U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Nigeria and a vaccine additive is scrutinized: Morning Rundown

The U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Nigeria. Aluminum salts may be RFK Jr.'s 2026 vaccine focus. A new generation of Pelosis and Kennedys are running for office.

In today’s newsletter: The United States strikes ISIS targets in Nigeria. Health Department scrutiny of a vaccine additive could signal changes coming next year. And a new generation of Pelosis, Kennedys and other powerful families are running for office.

Here’s what to know today.

Video released by the Dept. of Defense shows the launch of strikes against northern Nigeria on Dec. 25, 2025.Dept. of Defense via XPresident Donald Trump said that he ordered “numerous” strikes on alleged terror targets in northwest Nigeria yesterday.

The president said the “powerful and deadly” strikes were directed at Islamic State terrorists whom he accused of targeting and killing Christians in the country.

A video posted by the Pentagon showed at least one projectile launched from a warship, though the precise target was unclear.