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New Jersey officials continued probing into unusual drone activity in recent weeks. In response, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has&nbsp;made temporary flight restrictions over Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster.

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The investigation is going on by&nbsp;officials in connection with various sightings of mysterious drone activities that have taken place across northern New Jersey recently, running parallel with the situation of Donald Trump's future golf club that is located in Bedminster. There is footage shot by Somerset and Morris counties and aerials captured between December 1 and December 3 with dates shown on them. In an earlier video dated November 25, drones fly over the Black River Middle School lying in Chester, as observed by one Mike Walsh, a resident of Morris County.

In the video, Walsh says, "I can see three drones right in this view. I see them coming this way."&nbsp;

Fox News Digital confirmed on Tuesday that the FAA had investigated an unusual drone sighting reported over northern and central New Jersey on November 18. The FAA immediately issued two temporary flight restrictions, one of them covering airspace above Trump's properties; this restriction would remain in effect until the end of this week.

"At the request of federal security partners, the FAA published two temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) prohibiting drone flights over Picatinny Arsenal Military Base and Trump National Golf Club Bedminster," the agency said. The flight restriction affecting Picatinny Arsenal, a U.S. Army research centre, will last until December 26th.

The FAA told Fox News Digital. "We look into all reports of unauthorised drone operations and investigate when appropriate."

The Morris County Sheriff Office confirmed on Wednesday that it's investigating the case along with many other authorities. According to reports, the investigation has prompted the involvement of the FBI Newark field office, New Jersey State Police, and Somerset County Prosecutor's Office for more information.

(With inputs from agencies)

New Jersey officials continued probing into unusual drone activity in recent weeks. In response, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has made temporary flight restrictions over Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster.

New Jersey officials continued probing into unusual drone activity in recent weeks. In response, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has made temporary flight restrictions over Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster. The investigation is going on by officials in connection with various sightings of mysterious drone activities that have taken place across northern New Jersey recently, running parallel with the situation of Donald Trump's future golf club that is located in Bedminster. There is footage shot by Somerset and Morris counties and aerials captured between December 1 and December 3 with dates shown on them. In an earlier video dated November 25, drones fly over the Black River Middle School lying in Chester, as observed by one Mike Walsh, a resident of Morris County. In the video, Walsh says, "I can see three drones right in this view. I see them coming this way." Fox News Digital confirmed on Tuesday that the FAA had investigated an unusual drone sighting reported over northern and central New Jersey on November 18. The FAA immediately issued two temporary flight restrictions, one of them covering airspace above Trump's properties; this restriction would remain in effect until the end of this week. "At the request of federal security partners, the FAA published two temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) prohibiting drone flights over Picatinny Arsenal Military Base and Trump National Golf Club Bedminster," the agency said. The flight restriction affecting Picatinny Arsenal, a U.S. Army research centre, will last until December 26th. The FAA told Fox News Digital. "We look into all reports of unauthorised drone operations and investigate when appropriate." The Morris County Sheriff Office confirmed on Wednesday that it's investigating the case along with many other authorities. According to reports, the investigation has prompted the involvement of the FBI Newark field office, New Jersey State Police, and Somerset County Prosecutor's Office for more information. (With inputs from agencies)

Drone activity near Trump National Golf Club sparks investigation, FAA restricts airspace

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The second-largest economy of the European Union, France, plunged into a major political crisis Wednesday (Dec 4) as the parliament okayed a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Michel Barnier. The PM’s exit came just three months after his appointment by President Emmanuel Macron, making his tenure the shortest in the last 60 years.

Barnier Thursday arrived at the Elysee Palace to submit his resignation and that of his government to Macron.&nbsp;

<h2>A big setback for Macron</h2>

In France, prime ministers are appointed by the president, but the National Assembly has the powers to reject the candidate. As of now, the French Parliament is heavily divided into three groups—Macron’s centrist group, Le Pen’s far right-wing camp and a group of leftist parties.

The snap elections held in June ended in no party or bloc getting an absolute majority, kick-starting a phase of political uncertainty.

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Following two months of uncertainty, Macron had appointed Barnier as the country’s PM in September after getting initial support from the National Rally.

<h2>What happens next?</h2>

According to experts, Macron will have to find a new prime minister to replace Barnier, which is anything but an easy task given how divided the parliament is.

Normally, the crisis could have been resolved by calling fresh parliamentary elections but those can only be held after July. According to the French Constitution, the National Assembly must remain in place for at least a year since the election, and the previous elections were held in June of this year.

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For time being, Macron can ask Barnier and his ministers to continue with their caretaker government. The urgency is real as the new prime minister would have to deal with the herculean task of getting the budget approved for the year 2025 and prevent an economic crisis.

France is also bracing for large scale strikes by public sector officials. The unions of civil servants, including teachers and air-traffic controllers, have called on their members to hold strikes over cost-cutting measures on Thursday.

Once a caretaker government is formed, it can propose emergency legislation to continue the tax-and-spend provisions in the 2024 budget into next year or it can simply invoke special powers to pass the budget using a decree. But that might further deepen the divide amongst the ruling and opposition groups.

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The second-largest economy of the European Union, France, plunged into a major political crisis Wednesday (Dec 4) as the parliament okayed a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Michel Barnier.

The second-largest economy of the European Union, France, plunged into a major political crisis Wednesday (Dec 4) as the parliament okayed a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Michel Barnier. The PM’s exit came just three months after his appointment by President Emmanuel Macron, making his tenure the shortest in the last 60 years. Barnier Thursday arrived at the Elysee Palace to submit his resignation and that of his government to Macron. A big setback for Macron In France, prime ministers are appointed by the president, but the National Assembly has the powers to reject the candidate. As of now, the French Parliament is heavily divided into three groups—Macron’s centrist group, Le Pen’s far right-wing camp and a group of leftist parties. The snap elections held in June ended in no party or bloc getting an absolute majority, kick-starting a phase of political uncertainty. Also read: French parliament fires PM Barnier as country plunges into deep political crisis Following two months of uncertainty, Macron had appointed Barnier as the country’s PM in September after getting initial support from the National Rally. What happens next? According to experts, Macron will have to find a new prime minister to replace Barnier, which is anything but an easy task given how divided the parliament is. Normally, the crisis could have been resolved by calling fresh parliamentary elections but those can only be held after July. According to the French Constitution, the National Assembly must remain in place for at least a year since the election, and the previous elections were held in June of this year. Watch: France Plunges Into A Political Crisis, PM Barnier Becomes France's Shortest Serving PM × For time being, Macron can ask Barnier and his ministers to continue with their caretaker government. The urgency is real as the new prime minister would have to deal with the herculean task of getting the budget approved for the year 2025 and prevent an economic crisis. France is also bracing for large scale strikes by public sector officials. The unions of civil servants, including teachers and air-traffic controllers, have called on their members to hold strikes over cost-cutting measures on Thursday. Once a caretaker government is formed, it can propose emergency legislation to continue the tax-and-spend provisions in the 2024 budget into next year or it can simply invoke special powers to pass the budget using a decree. But that might further deepen the divide amongst the ruling and opposition groups. (With inputs from agencies)

Setback for Macron as parliament sacks PM Barnier, here’s what happens next

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The Israeli government on Thursday (Dec. 5) slammed the report released by Amnesty International which accused Israel of genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

The Israeli government on Thursday (Dec. 5) slammed the report released by Amnesty International which accused Israel of genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. In a statement, the Israeli foreign ministry said, "The deplorable and fanatical organisation Amnesty International has once again produced a fabricated report that is entirely false and based on lies." Also read | Hamas threatens to 'neutralise' hostages if Israel launches rescue operation: Report The ministry said that it was instead Hamas' unprecedented attack on Israel on October 7 last year that was genocidal. "Israel is defending itself... acting fully by international law," the ministry added. What did the Amnesty International report say? Earlier on Thursday, Amnesty International released a 296-page report that documented Israel's actions during its offensive in the Gaza Strip since October last year. The report is titled ‘You Feel Like You Are Subhuman’: Israel’s Genocide Against Palestinians in Gaza The report examines the killing of civilians, the damage to and destruction of civilian infrastructure, the forcible displacement, the obstruction or denial of life-saving goods and humanitarian aid, and the restriction of power supplies. The report also analyses Israel's intent through this pattern of conduct and statements by Israeli decision-makers. According to Amnesty, its international research team found sufficient basis to conclude that Israel "committed and is continuing to commit genocide against Palestinians," in Gaza. 'Hamas' attack can never justify Israel's genocide in Gaza' In a statement, Amnesty International said on Thursday that it interviewed more than 200 people, including Palestinian victims and witnesses and local authorities in Gaza, and conducted fieldwork and analysed an extensive range of visual and digital evidence, including satellite imagery. Also watch | IDF fortifies military bases in central Gaza × The organisation analysed statements by senior Israeli government and military officials, and official Israeli bodies. On multiple occasions, it shared its findings with the Israeli authorities but had received no substantive response at the time of publication. “The atrocity crimes committed on 7 October 2023 by Hamas and other armed groups against Israelis and victims of other nationalities, including deliberate mass killings and hostage-taking, can never justify Israel’s genocide against Palestinians in Gaza,” Amnesty said. (With inputs from agencies)

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UK MPs have raised concerns over reports of the 'ethnic cleansing of Hindus' in Bangladesh, calling for international attention and action. The issue highlights growing tensions and violence against minority communities in the region.

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A top Ukrainian official has begun a visit to the United States to build contacts with the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump, who has promised to end Russia's war in Ukraine upon taking office, Ukrainian media cited the country's foreign minister as saying on Wednesday.

Ukraine's presidential chief of staff Andriy Yermak was already in the U.S., Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha told reporters in Brussels, news agency Interfax Ukraine reported.

"This contact at the level of the head of the (president's) office is very important for establishing, among other things, relations with representatives of the new administration,” Sybiha was quoted as saying by Interfax Ukraine.

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Trump has thus far avoided giving details about his plans to stop the 33-month invasion, but three plans have been put forward by people close to him, and all of them see Kyiv's long-coveted NATO membership prospects taken off the table.

Trump's advisers have also floated proposals that would see large territorial concessions made to Moscow, which occupies one-sixth of Ukraine.

Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION&nbsp;audience.

A top Ukrainian official has begun a visit to the United States to build contacts with the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump, who has promised to end Russia's war in Ukraine upon taking office, Ukrainian media cited the country's foreign minister as saying on Wednesday.

A top Ukrainian official has begun a visit to the United States to build contacts with the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump, who has promised to end Russia's war in Ukraine upon taking office, Ukrainian media cited the country's foreign minister as saying on Wednesday. Ukraine's presidential chief of staff Andriy Yermak was already in the U.S., Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha told reporters in Brussels, news agency Interfax Ukraine reported. "This contact at the level of the head of the (president's) office is very important for establishing, among other things, relations with representatives of the new administration,” Sybiha was quoted as saying by Interfax Ukraine. Also read: Taiwan's Lai kicks off visit to US territory Guam Trump has thus far avoided giving details about his plans to stop the 33-month invasion, but three plans have been put forward by people close to him, and all of them see Kyiv's long-coveted NATO membership prospects taken off the table. Trump's advisers have also floated proposals that would see large territorial concessions made to Moscow, which occupies one-sixth of Ukraine. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Top Ukrainian official visits US to meet Trump team, foreign minister says

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Narges Mohammad Allowed To Leave Prison For 21 Days Post Surgery

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Two asteroids that struck Earth within 25,000 years of each other did not have a long-term impact on the planet, researchers have found. The first asteroid hit a place that is in Russia today and created a crater 60 miles wide. The other impact happened in the Chesapeake Bay on the US's East Coast about 36 million years ago.

The study was published in Communications Earth &amp; Environment.

The craters made by the asteroid strikes are one of the biggest to have formed on Earth, yet they did not cause any major climate change over the following 150,000 years.

Bridget Wade, the study's co-author, "These large asteroid impacts occurred and, over the long term, our planet seemed to carry on as usual."

"We were expecting some kind of climate perturbation, most likely cooling to result from the impacts, so we were surprised to find no climatic response," Wade told Newsweek.

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The researchers found fossils of ancient creatures in the seafloor and examined the isotopes in them. These isotopes helped them learn about the climate of the time.

"The fossils are about the size of a grain of sand (0.5 mm) and we can separate them into different species under the microscope," Wade said.

<h2>Climate remained stable over the years&nbsp;</h2>

They were surprised to see that despite such massive asteroid strikes, Earth's climate managed to remain stable. But the team clarified that they only had access to study long-term climate changes. The immediated consequences of the impacts might have been devastating, especially if considered over a human lifetime.&nbsp;

"Our study would not have picked up shorter-term changes over tens or hundreds of years, as the samples were every 11,000 years," Wade said. "Over a human timescale, these asteroid impacts would be a disaster."

The study found that the asteroids were quite small, just about five &nbsp;miles wide. Yet, they managed to gouge such huge craters, which indicates how forceful the impacts were. In the short term, tsunamis would have wreaked havoc, with widespread fires taking over Earth. The asteroid strike likely created massive clouds of dust that blocked sunlight for a brief time.&nbsp;

Two asteroids that struck Earth within 25,000 years of each other did not have a long-term impact on the planet, researchers have found. The first asteroid hit a place that is in Russia today and created a crater 60 miles wide.

Two asteroids that struck Earth within 25,000 years of each other did not have a long-term impact on the planet, researchers have found. The first asteroid hit a place that is in Russia today and created a crater 60 miles wide. The other impact happened in the Chesapeake Bay on the US's East Coast about 36 million years ago. The study was published in Communications Earth & Environment. The craters made by the asteroid strikes are one of the biggest to have formed on Earth, yet they did not cause any major climate change over the following 150,000 years. Bridget Wade, the study's co-author, "These large asteroid impacts occurred and, over the long term, our planet seemed to carry on as usual." "We were expecting some kind of climate perturbation, most likely cooling to result from the impacts, so we were surprised to find no climatic response," Wade told Newsweek. Also Read: Scientists discover abnormally large skull of 'lost' human species in Asia The researchers found fossils of ancient creatures in the seafloor and examined the isotopes in them. These isotopes helped them learn about the climate of the time. "The fossils are about the size of a grain of sand (0.5 mm) and we can separate them into different species under the microscope," Wade said. Climate remained stable over the years They were surprised to see that despite such massive asteroid strikes, Earth's climate managed to remain stable. But the team clarified that they only had access to study long-term climate changes. The immediated consequences of the impacts might have been devastating, especially if considered over a human lifetime. "Our study would not have picked up shorter-term changes over tens or hundreds of years, as the samples were every 11,000 years," Wade said. "Over a human timescale, these asteroid impacts would be a disaster." The study found that the asteroids were quite small, just about five miles wide. Yet, they managed to gouge such huge craters, which indicates how forceful the impacts were. In the short term, tsunamis would have wreaked havoc, with widespread fires taking over Earth. The asteroid strike likely created massive clouds of dust that blocked sunlight for a brief time.

Asteroid that hit US had a surprising effect on Earth, study finds

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A US State Department spokesperson in Washington said that Bangladesh must secure "appropriate" legal representation for all detainees, aligning with fundamental human rights principles.

This comes after the bail hearing of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari&nbsp;on Tuesday (Dec 4), was adjourned by a month in a Chittagong court as he did not have a counsel.

Principal deputy spokesperson Vedant Patel said that his view aligns with the United States' expectations for all governments.

"There needs to be respect for fundamental freedoms, respect for religious freedom and basic human rights," he said.

Vedant Patel emphasised that protests should always be peaceful, and during any government crackdown, it's essential that authorities respect the rule of law and protect basic human rights.

“And that’s something we will continue to emphasise.”

Meanwhile, Bangladesh's interim government's chief adviser Muhammad Yunus extended an invitation to Indian journalists to probe the accusations of persecution against Hindus and report their findings accurately.

“We are working to explain this to the Indian government and counter the misinformation,” he said.

The chief adviser further said that the concern raised by the Indian government regarding the safety of Hindus is not fact-based.

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<h2>Lawyer defending detained Hindu monk ‘brutally attacked’</h2>

This comes after a lawyer of detained Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das Prabhu was brutally attacked in Bangladesh, a spokesperson for the Hindu spiritual organisation International Society for Krishna Consciousness, known as ISKCON, said Monday (Dec 2).

Chinmoy was detained by Bangladesh police on November 25 on stringent sedition charges, backed by claims that he disrespected the Bangladeshi flag while demanding safety for Hindus. An FIR was also filed against him and 18 others. He was denied bail on November 26 and sent to prison. The court is now set to hear the case on January 2 next year.&nbsp;

Indian political leaders have been raising concerns over the arrest of the Hindu monk and rising attacks on the Hindu community in the country.

Over the weekend, ISKCON claimed Bangladesh detained two more Hindu monks who had gone to meet Chinmoy in jail.

While ISKCON earlier said Chinmoy was not its representative in Bangladesh, the group later said in a statement it “supports his rights and freedom for peacefully calling for protecting Hindus and their places of worship”.

(With inputs from agencies)

A US State Department spokesperson in Washington said that Bangladesh must secure "appropriate" legal representation for all detainees, aligning with fundamental human rights principles.

A US State Department spokesperson in Washington said that Bangladesh must secure "appropriate" legal representation for all detainees, aligning with fundamental human rights principles. This comes after the bail hearing of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari on Tuesday (Dec 4), was adjourned by a month in a Chittagong court as he did not have a counsel. Principal deputy spokesperson Vedant Patel said that his view aligns with the United States' expectations for all governments. "There needs to be respect for fundamental freedoms, respect for religious freedom and basic human rights," he said. Vedant Patel emphasised that protests should always be peaceful, and during any government crackdown, it's essential that authorities respect the rule of law and protect basic human rights. “And that’s something we will continue to emphasise.” Meanwhile, Bangladesh's interim government's chief adviser Muhammad Yunus extended an invitation to Indian journalists to probe the accusations of persecution against Hindus and report their findings accurately. “We are working to explain this to the Indian government and counter the misinformation,” he said. The chief adviser further said that the concern raised by the Indian government regarding the safety of Hindus is not fact-based. Also read: Bangladesh summons Indian envoy, suspends consular services at mission in Agartala Lawyer defending detained Hindu monk ‘brutally attacked’ This comes after a lawyer of detained Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das Prabhu was brutally attacked in Bangladesh, a spokesperson for the Hindu spiritual organisation International Society for Krishna Consciousness, known as ISKCON, said Monday (Dec 2). Chinmoy was detained by Bangladesh police on November 25 on stringent sedition charges, backed by claims that he disrespected the Bangladeshi flag while demanding safety for Hindus. An FIR was also filed against him and 18 others. He was denied bail on November 26 and sent to prison. The court is now set to hear the case on January 2 next year. Indian political leaders have been raising concerns over the arrest of the Hindu monk and rising attacks on the Hindu community in the country. Over the weekend, ISKCON claimed Bangladesh detained two more Hindu monks who had gone to meet Chinmoy in jail. While ISKCON earlier said Chinmoy was not its representative in Bangladesh, the group later said in a statement it “supports his rights and freedom for peacefully calling for protecting Hindus and their places of worship”. (With inputs from agencies)

US says Bangladesh must ensure legal representation to all detainees over Hindu monk's arrest

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol&nbsp;revoked emergency martial law just after imposing it, when opposition-dominated parliament voted against it. Now, opposition parties are asking him to step down immediately or face impeachment proceedings.&nbsp;

US President-elect Donald Trump has cited Joe Biden's pardon of his son Hunter Biden in dismissing his own federal charges in the hush money case.&nbsp;Trump's legal team is now drawing&nbsp;comparisons between their case and Biden's reasoning.&nbsp;

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Sukhbir Singh Badal, Senior Punjab politician and former deputy chief minister, was shot at outside&nbsp;the&nbsp;Golden Temple in India's Amritsar.&nbsp;

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Chad Chronister, Donald Trump's pick to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has withdrawn himself from consideration&nbsp;just days after his name was announced by the incoming US president&nbsp;

He is the second pick of US president-elect Trump to do so.

Citing his ongoing responsibilities as sheriff of Hillsborough County, Florida, Chronister said: "There is more work to be done for the citizens of Hillsborough County and a lot of initiatives I am committed to fulfilling."

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His withdrawal comes amid mounting scrutiny of his credentials and a recent controversy that resurfaced after his nomination.

<h2>A short-lived nomination</h2>

In a statement posted to social media platform X, Chronister expressed his gratitude for the nomination, calling it "the honour of a lifetime," but said that "as the gravity of this very important responsibility set in, I've concluded that I must respectfully withdraw from consideration."

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Trump had named Chronister as his pick on Saturday, touting the sheriff's decades of law enforcement experience as key to "secure the Border, stop the flow of Fentanyl, and other Illegal Drugs, across the Southern Border, and SAVE LIVES".

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However, the nomination, as per reports, had raised eyebrows from the start.

Critics, including some Trump supporters, questioned whether Chronister's local law enforcement background was sufficient for leading the DEA, a federal agency with a global reach. &nbsp;

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Furthermore, his handling of a controversial 2020 arrest of a Florida pastor who violated COVID-19 lockdown orders also became a point of controversy.

Chronister is the second Trump nominee to step aside in recent days.

Former congressional representative Matt Gaetz, Trump's initial pick for attorney general, also withdrew his candidacy amid allegations of past misconduct.&nbsp;

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Chad Chronister, Donald Trump's pick to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has withdrawn himself from consideration just days after his name was announced by the incoming US president He is the second pick of US president-elect Trump to do so.

Chad Chronister, Donald Trump's pick to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has withdrawn himself from consideration just days after his name was announced by the incoming US president He is the second pick of US president-elect Trump to do so. Citing his ongoing responsibilities as sheriff of Hillsborough County, Florida, Chronister said: "There is more work to be done for the citizens of Hillsborough County and a lot of initiatives I am committed to fulfilling." Also read | Donald Trump picks daughter's father-in-law Massad Boulos as his Middle East advisor His withdrawal comes amid mounting scrutiny of his credentials and a recent controversy that resurfaced after his nomination. A short-lived nomination In a statement posted to social media platform X, Chronister expressed his gratitude for the nomination, calling it "the honour of a lifetime," but said that "as the gravity of this very important responsibility set in, I've concluded that I must respectfully withdraw from consideration." To have been nominated by President-Elect @realDonaldTrump to serve as Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration is the honor of a lifetime. Over the past several days, as the gravity of this very important responsibility set in, I’ve concluded that I must respectfully… pic.twitter.com/bvNF8m9Bh4 — Chad Chronister (@ChadChronister) December 3, 2024 × Trump had named Chronister as his pick on Saturday, touting the sheriff's decades of law enforcement experience as key to "secure the Border, stop the flow of Fentanyl, and other Illegal Drugs, across the Southern Border, and SAVE LIVES". × However, the nomination, as per reports, had raised eyebrows from the start. Critics, including some Trump supporters, questioned whether Chronister's local law enforcement background was sufficient for leading the DEA, a federal agency with a global reach. Also read | Trump 2.0: US president-elect taps billionaire Warren Stephens as US Ambassador to the UK Furthermore, his handling of a controversial 2020 arrest of a Florida pastor who violated COVID-19 lockdown orders also became a point of controversy. Chronister is the second Trump nominee to step aside in recent days. Former congressional representative Matt Gaetz, Trump's initial pick for attorney general, also withdrew his candidacy amid allegations of past misconduct. (With inputs from agencies)

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Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Devendra Fadnavis will be sworn in as Maharashtra chief minister on December 5, News agency PTI reported Wednesday. The final decision to confirm Fadnavis's name as the chief minister of India's richest state was taken in the BJP core committee meeting earlier in the day (Dec 4). Watch in for more details!

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