CNN 5 Things Maduro Pleads Not Guilty, Childhood Vaccine Overhaul, New Weight-Loss Pill and more
Jan 5, 2026
The ousted Venezuelan leader and his wife face a federal court as they plead not guilty. A major overhaul in childhood vaccination schedules is being proposed by health officials. In Minnesota, Governor Tim Walz announces he won't run for reelection amid a childcare fraud scandal. The Pentagon has decided to reduce Senator Mark Kelly's retirement pay due to his recent comments to service members. Plus, a new and more affordable weight-loss pill has been introduced, sparking interest in obesity treatments.
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Maduro Pleads Not Guilty In U.S. Court
- Nicolas Maduro pleaded not guilty and insists he remains Venezuela's president despite U.S. detention.
- The arrest prompted Venezuela to order arrests of those supporting the U.S. operation and a possible U.S. congressional vote to limit war powers.
Major Shift In Childhood Vaccine Guidance
- HHS will narrow childhood vaccine recommendations for RSV and hepatitis A and B while keeping MMR, polio, chickenpox, and HPV recommended.
- Officials will require talking to a provider before flu, COVID-19, and rotavirus shots and states no longer must report childhood vaccination rates to CMS.
Walz Quits Re-Election After Childcare Controversy
- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced he will not seek a third term, citing duty to focus on Minnesotans over politics.
- His decision followed a viral video alleging fraud at Somali-run childcare centers and a federal freeze of childcare funding to Minnesota.