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Events in 2025 pertaining to politics and government in the United States.

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National politics

Presidency

President Joe Biden issued several executive orders and moved to enact multiple progressive policies in his final month as president, including banning new oil and gas drilling along most coasts [1] and designating the Chuckwalla and Sáttítla Highlands National Monuments. [2] He awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to eighteen individuals, primarily philanthropists, Democratic politicians, and donors. [3] Several national crises occurred during Biden's final month, such as the 2025 New Orleans truck attack [4] and the January 2025 Southern California wildfires. [5] He continued to release prisoners from Guantanamo Bay Naval Base, leaving fifteen men by the time he will conclude office, [6] though he asked a federal appellate court to block a plea deal entered by Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, one of the perpetrators of the September 11 attacks. [7]

Congress

The 119th United States Congress began at 12 p.m. EST on January 3, 2025, following the adjournment of the 118th Congress. [8] Leading up to an election to elect the speaker of the House, incumbent representative Mike Johnson of Louisiana's bid appeared uncertain amid opposition from the Freedom Caucus despite an endorsement from Trump. [9] Johnson was re-elected after initially not receiving enough votes to be re-elected; Representatives Thomas Massie of Kentucky voted for Tom Emmer, while Keith Self of Texas and Ralph Norman of South Carolina voted for other representatives until the two switched their votes for Johnson. [10]

Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is set to hear several cases, including TikTok v. Garland . [11]

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References

  1. ↑ Friedman, Lisa (January 6, 2025). "Biden Bans New Oil and Gas Drilling Along Most U.S. Coasts". The New York Times . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
  2. ↑ Friedman, Lisa (January 7, 2025). "Biden to Designate Chuckwalla and Sáttítla National Monuments in California". The New York Times . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
  3. ↑ Reston, Maeve; Tashjian, Rachel (January 4, 2025). "Biden awards Medal of Freedom to Soros, Ralph Lauren and others". The Washington Post . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
  4. ↑ Lucey, Catherine (January 1, 2025). "Biden Decries 'Despicable' Attack". The Wall Street Journal . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
  5. ↑ Pinho, Faith (January 9, 2025). "'We're not going anywhere': Biden says federal government will cover 100% of disaster aid". Los Angeles Times . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
  6. ↑ Rosenberg, Carol (January 6, 2025). "U.S. Sends 11 Guantánamo Prisoners to Oman to Start New Lives". The New York Times . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
  7. ↑ Hsu, Spencer; Hauslohner, Abigail; Ryan, Missy (January 9, 2025). "Appeals court blocks accused Sept. 11 plotter's plea after U.S. balks". The Washington Post . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
  8. ↑ Edmondson, Catie (January 3, 2025). "The 118th Congress has officially been adjourned, Johnson declares to applause". The New York Times . Retrieved January 6, 2025.
  9. ↑ Sotomayor, Marianna (January 3, 2025). "Mike Johnson's House speaker bid looks shaky despite Trump endorsement". The Washington Post . Retrieved January 6, 2025.
  10. ↑ Edmondson, Catie (January 3, 2025). "Johnson Re-elected as Speaker After Putting Down G.O.P. Revolt". The New York Times . Retrieved January 6, 2025.
  11. ↑ Gershman, Jacob; Needleman, Sarah (January 9, 2025). "The TikTok Ban Heads to the Supreme Court Tomorrow. Here's What to Know". The Wall Street Journal . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
  12. ↑ Hulse, Carl (January 3, 2025). "John Thune Takes Charge in the Senate, Ushering In a New Leadership Era". The New York Times . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
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  14. ↑ Jacobs, Shayna; Nakamura, David (January 3, 2025). "Judge upholds Trump's felony conviction, but does not plan to order jail time". The Washington Post . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
  15. ↑ Tita, Bob; Lucey, Catherine (January 3, 2025). "Biden Blocks Sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel". The Wall Street Journal . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
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  17. ↑ Karnie, Annie (January 6, 2025). "Four Years After Capitol Riot, Congress Certifies Trump's Victory Peacefully". The New York Times . Retrieved January 9, 2025.
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