Japan Issues Major Tsunami Warning; Divided Congress Faces Major Issues in 2024

Strong earthquakes trigger tsunami warning in Japan, while in the U.S., Congress grapples with government funding, foreign aid, and potential impeachment proceedings.

Japan has issued a major tsunami warning following a series of strong earthquakes, with one reaching a magnitude of 7.6. The Japan Meteorological Agency has warned that waves could reach as high as 16.5 feet.
A divided Congress faces several major issues in 2024, including confrontations over government funding, foreign aid, and potential impeachment proceedings against President Joe Biden.
A clash over immigration policy has caused Congress to delay President Biden's national security package, with Senate Republicans demanding tougher immigration laws in exchange for their votes for additional U.S. aid to Ukraine and Israel.
A Colorado mother suspected of killing two of her young children has been arrested in the United Kingdom.
The 135th annual New Year's Day tradition, the Rose Parade, is expected to draw 800,000 spectators in Pasadena, California.