Monday, January 5, 2026

Good morning and welcome to RedState’s “Morning Minute.” This is your daily briefing on the stories making waves and a preview of what the day might hold. Let this be your go-to source for starting your day informed and ready. 

TOP O’ THE MORNIN’

RedState Highlights

On the political front, Senator Marco Rubio is capturing attention with a sharp critique of the Democratic narrative on Venezuela. In his remarks, he didn’t shy away from poking fun at Vice President Kamala Harris, adding a touch of humor to his pointed observations.

Meanwhile, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer finds himself in a sticky situation following a verbal misstep that has thrown the Democrats’ stance on Venezuela into the spotlight, highlighting perceived inconsistencies in their approach.

In somber news, North Carolina is grappling with yet another tragic incident. A woman has been killed, allegedly by a mentally ill individual with an extensive criminal history, raising urgent questions about public safety and mental health interventions.

And you wonder why you weren’t told? It was incredibly important for operational security to be able to pull this off, to keep this close to the vest. And if you’re talking about what was said in the SCIF, there’s a problem. 

When Will It Stop? Another NC Woman Slaughtered by a Mentally Ill Perp With a Lengthy Criminal Record

Fortunately, likely due to the implementation Iryna’s Law, no bond has been set for Camacho. He is due in court Monday morning.

Trending Across Townhall Media

NJ’s Senators Push National Gun Licensing Bill

Luckily, right now, this doesn’t have a shot in hell of passing. I’m not even sure a lot of Democrats are on board with something like this. Many will, of course, but this might be too much for others, at least right now.

International Law? REALLY?! You’re Going With That?!

The only serious questions anybody should be asking are whether the world will be made a better or worse place by taking Nicholas Maduro off the board, and in particular, the United States of America. 

Scott Adams Announces He’s Converting to Christianity

Indeed, I do believe it’s very encouraging that Scott Adams made such a surprising and unprompted declaration today. That in itself merits continued prayer for him. Even at this late date, Scott’s faith is still a work in progress. Really, it’s just beginning. I do believe that God can do great things in a short period of time. Listening to Scott today reminded me that God is always at work and that anything is possible.

Trump Brutally Owns Nicolás Maduro and the Libs

TLDR: “International law” is whatever America does because we’re bigger and can kick your butt.

Jesus Enrique Rosas’s SCATHING Open Letter About Maduro to DEMS, LIBS, and the WOKE MOB an EPIC Must Read

Instead, pay attention to the people of Venezuela who have been celebrating for as long as lefties in America have been complaining. And trust us, they see the lefties complaining.

WHAT’S ON TAP?

Today on Capitol Hill…

The critters are winging their way back to the Swamp on Monday, and they’ll be back at it officially on Tuesday. But there will be some activity on Monday evening as members of key committees and the Gang of 8 will receive a classified briefing from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Attorney General Pam Bondi, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Dan Caine. 

🚨🚨BREAKING NEWS

RUBIO, HEGSETH, BONDI, RATCLIFFE, CAINE will be on the Hill at 5:30 tomorrow evening to brief on Venezuela.

HFAC, SFRC, SASC, HASC and Gang of 8 will all get the classified briefing.

Full member briefing expected next week.

Much more in AM

AND yes,…

— Jake Sherman (@JakeSherman) January 4, 2026

White House What’s Up

President Trump is back in D.C. and will be participating in a policy meeting in the Oval Office on Monday afternoon. 

Vice President JD Vance has shared some friendly advice for those on the Left pitching a fit over the U.S. operation in Venezuela.