Newsweek is reporting that JD Vance and his advisers developed a strategy for his vice presidency, focusing on defending Trump's agenda while keeping a potential 2028 White House run in mind. It said Vance aimed to be a political asset to Trump, avoiding being pigeonholed into a specific policy portfolio.
In other news, Newsweek says the government shutdown is nearing its end after the Senate advanced a bill to reopen the government. It said eight Democrats voted with Republicans to move the legislation forward, with the House expected to vote on Wednesday. President Trump is expected to swiftly sign the funding bill, restoring federal employee pay and SNAP funding.
Additionally, Newsweek is reporting a diplomatic crisis between Colombia and the U.S. has erupted after a leaked White House photograph revealed an AI-generated image depicting the presidents of Colombia and Venezuela in U.S. prison uniforms. It said the image was part of a document outlining a strategy to target Colombian President Gustavo Petro, including economic sanctions and investigations into his campaign financing. Petro is recalling Colombia’s ambassador to Washington in response.