## Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker blocks Jan. 6 rioters from state jobs after Trump pardons

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“These rioters attacked law enforcement officers protecting people in the Capitol, disrupted the peaceful transfer of power, and undermined bedrock principles of American democracy,” Pritzker said in a written directive obtained by NBC News.

“Our State workforce must reflect the values of Illinois and demonstrate honesty, integrity, and loyalty to serving the taxpayers.

The Democratic governor of the Midwestern blue state has for years acted as an antagonist to Trump.

Individuals associated with the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, who were convicted of seditious conspiracy, were among those who were commuted.

Pritzker has also pushed back on other Trump actions, including to a recent, confusing memo that called for a freeze in federal aid.

"The US Constitution does not grant the President this unilateral authority," Pritzker wrote on X.

"In Illinois, we will stand against unlawful actions that would harm millions of working families, children, and seniors. »

### FDA approves new type of nonopioid painkiller for acute pain

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The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved a new type of nonopioid painkiller from Vertex Pharmaceuticals.

The drug, Journavx, or suzetrigine, was approved to treat moderate to severe acute, or short-term, pain in adults.

Vertex Pharmaceutical's new drug Journavx, or suzetrigine, was approved to treat moderate to severe acute pain. »

### Report: EU Plans to Ban Sales of Video Game Controllers in Russia Due to Military Use

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Key Takeaways The EU is considering a ban on the sale of video game controllers and consoles to Russia due to concerns over their military use.

Gaming consoles and controllers are being reviewed as products that could assist Russia in its war efforts, with evidence suggesting they are used to operate drones.

The European Union is considering a ban on the sale of video game controllers and consoles to Russia amid concerns that they are being used for military purposes. »

### 'Find another sucker': Trump's 100% tariff threat to BRICS members, including India

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Also Read: US secretary of state Marco Rubio says Trump's offer to ‘buy’ Greenland is ‘not a joke’.

In December 2024, Russia had said that any attempt to force BRICS countries to use the dollar, would only strengthen the demand for national currencies.

The BRICS member nations includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates. »

### Far-right AfD's win on asylum vote rocks German parliament

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Far-right vote on asylum rocks German parliament.

Germany's parliament descended into heckles and recriminations on Wednesday after a "firewall" against working with the far-right cracked.

A non-binding motion calling for tougher border and asylum rules passed with support from the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD). »

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