Another Federal Agent Shooting, West Wing Remodel? & Golden Globes - Friday, January 9, 2026
Release Date: 01/09/2026
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Another Federal Agent Shooting, West Wing Remodel? & Golden Globes - Friday, January 9, 2026
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The news to know for Friday, January 9, 2026! We’ll tell you about another shooting involving federal immigration officers—this time in Portland, Oregon—and how both incidents this week have sparked protests nationwide. Also, what to know about escalating protests in Iran and the release of political prisoners in Venezuela. Plus, it’s not just the East Wing—it looks like the West Wing of the White House could get renovations too, where a winter storm is bringing snow, and what to watch for at the Golden Globes this weekend. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10...
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We’ll tell you about another shooting involving federal immigration officers—this time in Portland, Oregon—and how both incidents this week have sparked protests nationwide.
Also, what to know about escalating protests in Iran and the release of political prisoners in Venezuela.
Plus, it’s not just the East Wing—it looks like the West Wing of the White House could get renovations too, where a winter storm is bringing snow, and what to watch for at the Golden Globes this weekend.
Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes!
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