Former President Donald Trump has enacted an executive order declassifying documents related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., fulfilling a campaign promise. "Everything will be revealed," Trump stated during the signing. This significant move follows Trump's recent pardon of pro-life activists convicted under the FACE Act. 
Other notable developments include the confirmation of John Ratcliffe as CIA director, Mexico's efforts to manage anticipated deportations from the US, and Benjamin Netanyahu's defense of Elon Musk. 
On Capitol Hill, GOP leaders are pushing to revoke China's 'most favored nation' status. New Republican leader Lisa McClain discussed the party's messaging strategy under Trump. Senator Tim Scott emphasized policy outcomes over procedural debates. Meanwhile, a key Senate chairman defended Pete Hegseth's nomination amid criticism. 
Elsewhere, Virginia Democrats rejected Governor Youngkin's antisemitism expert nominee, a proposal to increase Medal of Honor recipient pensions is gaining traction, and a House GOP member is considering a gubernatorial run in South Carolina. 
Internationally, Vladimir Putin is reportedly concerned about Russia's economy in light of potential US tariffs. 
