The new Republican House majority failed for the sixth time to elect a speaker of the House on Jan. 4, and Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) continued looking for a way through the impasse.

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin’s status has improved after he collapsed during Monday night’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals, according to family members. NTD spoke to cardiologist Dr. Peter McCullough, who says the vaccine must be considered in Hamlin’s case.

President Joe Biden says it’s his “intention” to visit the U.S.-Mexico border during his trip to the North American Leaders’ Summit next week. It would be Biden’s first trip to the border during his presidency.

Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy fell short of the votes needed to secure House speakership on Jan. 3. This is the first time in a century that multiple rounds of voting were needed for the position.

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is still in critical condition after his heart reportedly stopped, following a tackle he made on Monday Night Football. The NFL announced that the Bills-Bengals game won’t resume this week.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was sworn in for his second term. His inauguration speech, which touched on many national issues, drew criticism from some who say he sounded more like a presidential candidate.