The Daily News Now! with Corey Cambridge

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes is considering a Democratic primary challenge to Governor Katie Hobbs, driven by frustration over Hobbs' political performance after the 2024 midterms. While Hobbs has staunch supporters, some Democrats believe she’s too vulnerable to win re-election, especially after setbacks in the state legislature and concerns about her handling of key issues. This potential showdown could shape the future of the Arizona Democratic Party.

Donald Trump’s criminal case in Georgia has been delayed indefinitely after the state’s Court of Appeals canceled scheduled arguments for December. This decision adds to the growing list of delays in all four of Trump’s criminal cases, with legal experts predicting further stalling, especially in the Georgia and New York cases. As Trump’s legal battles unfold, these setbacks could extend throughout his second presidential term.

Donald Trump is set to attend a SpaceX launch in Texas with Elon Musk on Tuesday, underscoring the deepening ties between the two. Musk, a key Trump ally and influential figure in his orbit, has played a major role in shaping Trump’s policy decisions. From flying together to Washington to backing key political figures, their partnership continues to evolve, with Musk's SpaceX mission to the moon and Mars taking center stage.

Rep.-elect Sarah McBride, set to become the first openly transgender member of Congress, criticized a proposal by Rep. Nancy Mace to bar transgender women from using women’s restrooms in the Capitol. McBride called the resolution a "blatant distraction" from real issues like housing and health care costs. Mace defended the measure and dismissed McBride’s concerns, deepening the clash over priorities in the upcoming legislative session.

Donald Trump received a raucous welcome at UFC 309 in New York, where he was joined by Elon Musk, UFC President Dana White, and key cabinet picks. The crowd cheered as Trump entered Madison Square Garden, celebrating his election victory and soaking in the spotlight. UFC champion Jon Jones handed Trump his heavyweight title, adding to the night’s fanfare. This marks another strong showing of Trump’s ties to the world of combat sports and his continued support from high-profile figures.

In a bold shift, President Biden has approved the use of U.S.-supplied long-range missiles by Ukraine to strike Russian targets, a move that is expected to escalate the war. The decision, aimed at defending Ukrainian positions in the Kursk region, comes amid growing fears of further Russian offensives and rising civilian casualties. The U.S. continues to be Ukraine’s top military ally, but concerns loom over future support as a potential leadership change in the White House approaches.