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Key Takeaways

A federal grand jury has not yet indicted alleged pipe bomber Brian Cole, with a probable cause hearing expected on December 30th.
A new USPS rule, effective December 24, 2025, changes postmark dates to reflect processing, potentially affecting mail-in voting and charitable giving.
Russia has threatened Ukraine with retaliation following alleged drone attacks targeting a Vladimir Putin residence.
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily blocked a lower court ruling that would have required schools to out transgender students.
Colorado Senators are advocating for funding for the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) during budget negotiations.
Transgender candidate Joanna Whaley is campaigning for a seat in the Michigan House of Representatives to counter anti-trans policies.

Alleged pipe bomber Brian Cole has not been indicted by a federal grand jury by December 30th, 2025.
Cole's lawyers are pushing for a probable cause hearing today, December 30th.
This legal maneuver is seen as an attempt by the government to conceal Cole's alleged MAGA ties and election denial.

A new USPS rule, effective December 24, 2025, mandates postmarks reflect the date of postal processing, not the date mail was deposited.
This change raises concerns about potential impacts on mail-in voting deadlines and charitable giving deductions.
Overseas and military voters are identified as particularly vulnerable to potential disenfranchisement by this rule.

Russia threatened Ukraine with retaliation, including strikes on Kyiv government buildings, after claiming nearly 100 drones targeted a Vladimir Putin residence.
Ukraine President Zelensky denied any attack on Putin's home, while Donald Trump stated Putin informed him of the alleged attack.
Trump also claimed a peace deal with Ukraine was '90% of the way there,' but noted 'thorny issues' such as Ukraine's refusal to cede territory.

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily blocked a ruling by Judge Roger Benitez that would have mandated schools forcibly out transgender students to their parents.
This ruling preserves California law protecting student privacy while the case undergoes further review.
The panel of three judges, all appointed by Democratic presidents, offers temporary relief for transgender students.

Colorado Senators Hickenlooper and Bennet are withholding budget approval, advocating for continued funding for the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR).
Listeners are urged to contact their Senators and Congressional Representatives to support NCAR's funding.
This initiative is presented as a 'Good Trouble' effort to preserve critical scientific research.

Joanna Whaley, a trans woman, is highlighted for her campaign for the Michigan House of Representatives.
Her campaign aims to fight anti-trans policies from within the government.
Listeners are provided with links to her campaign website and social media for support.