Russian forces attempted to dislodge Ukrainian marines across the Dnipro River but failed and lost three jets in the process. The lack of air support contributed to their failure. Ukrainian forces continue to hold onto their strategically important foothold, despite constant Russian bombardment. However, Russia has been unable to secure air superiority. The delivery of F-16s to Ukraine has been delayed for up to six months due to certain conditions that need to be met before the handover can take place.

In the world of American politics, Rep. Barry Moore (R-AL) supports a federal government shutdown to address border security, without fearing the media or Democratic reactions. Moore believes in prioritizing American citizens over foreign countries. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow was fired after his involvement in uploading pornography with his wife was exposed. The university president finds Gow's behavior abhorrent and has hired an outside law firm to investigate the matter. There were previous instances of Gow's involvement with pornography, including inviting an adult film actress to speak at the university in 2018.

In the political realm, Democrats and their media allies are pressuring Republican leaders to endorse a $14 billion slush fund that would hide President Joe Biden's migration flood during the 2024 election campaign. However, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and other GOP leaders argue that the funding will be used to speed up, rather than block, the inflow of Biden's poor economic migrants during the 2024 campaign year. 

The ongoing challenges faced by Border Patrol agents are highlighted by a video of illegal immigrants streaming through a gap in the border wall in Lukeville, Arizona, with the help of smugglers. This incident underscores the difficulties faced in areas with wall construction. The migrant crisis at the southern border has put pressure on the Biden administration, with both Republicans and Democratic mayors calling for action. The administration's response includes targeting smugglers, increasing consequences for illegal entry, and seeking funding and immigration reform from Congress.

The Digest, 1/6/2024 @1000AM, CDT

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