🇺🇸 U.S. to Suspend Immigrant Visa Processing
The U.S. State Department announced it will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting next week, aiming to tighten vetting of applicants considered likely to need public assistance. This pause won’t affect temporary tourist or business visas.
(ABC News)
U.S. Withdraws Some Troops in Middle East
The United States is withdrawing some military personnel from key bases in the Middle East as a precautionary step amid rising regional tensions, especially over Iran.
(Reuters)
🇺🇸 Congress Vote — War Powers Resolution Blocked
Senate Republicans voted down a measure that would have limited presidential war powers regarding Venezuela. Vice President JD Vance cast the tie-breaking vote.
(AP News)
❄️ Polar Vortex Brings Cold & Snow Forecast
A polar vortex is set to bring severe cold to central and eastern U.S. regions in the coming days. Subzero temperatures could impact millions from Minnesota to Maine.
(The Washington Post)
🌍 Other U.S.-Related Headlines
📉 U.S.–Iran Tensions Escalate
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued warnings to Iran amid violent protests and possible executions of demonstrators. U.S. officials have also advised American citizens to leave Iran as tensions deepen.
(Dynamite News)
🇻🇪 Americans Released in Venezuela
Venezuela’s interim government has begun freeing U.S. citizens who were previously detained. U.S. officials called the move an important step forward.
(NAMPA)
🇺🇸 Immigration Policy Changes
The U.S. administration is suspending federal funding for sanctuary cities and ending Temporary Protected Status for Somali immigrants, raising concerns among advocacy groups.
(Havana Times)
🏛️ U.S. Midterm Politics: Georgia Special Election
A special election to fill the vacant seat in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District is scheduled for March 10, 2026.