The Evening: Congress certifies Trump’s victory

Also, Trudeau said he would resign as Canada's prime minister.

View in browser|nytimes.com January 6, 2025 By Matthew Cullen Good evening. Here's the latest at the end of Monday. The certification of Trump's victory The resignation of Justin Trudeau Plus, behind the scenes at the Golden Globes Kamala Harris presided over the certification today at the Capitol. Tom Brenner for The New York Times Congress certified Trump's victory without disruption At a joint session of Congress this afternoon, lawmakers certified President-elect Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 election. The process was peaceful, quick and uneventful. It stood in stark contrast to this day four years ago, when the basic ritual of democracy was disrupted by a violent pro-Trump mob seeking to overturn the results of the 2020 election. In the Capitol today, there was no hint of a similar scene, although tall, black metal fencing around the building was a reminder of the violence that had played out. Unlike Trump back then, Kamala Harris — who had the awkward duty of presiding over the certification — did not dispute her loss. And unlike Republicans four years ago, Democrats made no objections during the counting of the Electoral College votes. Mike Pence, Trump's former vice president who had received death threats for his role in certifying the 2020 election, praised the "return of order and civility." President Biden has largely focused on ensuring a smooth and orderly transition of power. But last night, he warned Americans not to forget the violent attack at the Capitol and accused Trump and his supporters of trying "to rewrite — even erase — the history of that day." For more: We took a look at the lives of the rioters who were at the Capitol four years ago, and at how Trump and his loyalists have inverted the history of Jan. 6. Cole Burston for The New York Times Trudeau said he would resign as Canada's prime minister Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada announced today that he would step down as Liberal Party leader and prime minister. He shut down Parliament until March 24, giving his party a few months to pick his replacement through a party election. Until then, Trudeau will remain the country's top leader. The resignation arrived after he faced weeks of mounting pressure from inside his own party. Once a liberal icon, Trudeau has become deeply unpopular: In a recent poll, 73 percent of Canadians said he should step down. Here are four contenders to succeed Trudeau. A prisoner at Guantánamo Bay's Camp 6 detention center in 2019. Doug Mills/The New York Times The U.S. released 11 Guantánamo prisoners The U.S. military today sent 11 Yemeni men who had been detained for two decades at Guantánamo Bay to Oman. The transfer left just 15 men in the prison, fewer than at any other point since the detention center opened. Three other prisoners are eligible for transfer, including a stateless Rohingya, a Libyan and a Somali. There were 40 detainees when President Biden took office and resurrected an Obama administration effort to close the prison. An initial plan to conduct the transfer in October 2023 was derailed by opposition from Congress. The Queensboro Bridge into Manhattan on Monday. Karsten Moran for The New York Times New York City began its congestion pricing plan Today was the first weekday in which commuters entering Manhattan's busiest streets were charged a $9 toll. The program, the first of its kind in the U.S., is designed to lessen traffic and pollution in New York City by encouraging more people to leave their cars at home and instead use the city's sprawling — but financially depleted — mass transit system. Drivers, business owners and residents we talked to expressed mixed feelings about the tolls. Among the new fee's many detractors is Donald Trump, who said he would try to end the program once he takes office this month. For more: Here's how some drivers cheat their way past the tolls. More top news Weather: A major winter storm dumped several inches of snow across the Mid-Atlantic. Here's what it looked like. Court: Rudy Giuliani was held in contempt in the case brought by poll workers he defamed after the 2020 election. Trade: U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel sued the U.S. government in a bid to revive their attempted merger after the Biden administration blocked it. New York: Donald Trump is seeking to halt his criminal sentencing, which is scheduled just ahead of his inauguration. Ukraine: Russia said that it had seized Kurakhove, a strategic town in the Donbas, while Ukrainian forces made a renewed push into Russia's Kursk region. Holy See: Pope Francis named a nun to lead a Vatican office, a first for a woman. Gaza: Hamas said that it had approved an Israeli list of 34 hostages to be released in the first stage of a cease-fire agreement, conveying a sense of momentum. Health: A study found benefits for some long Covid patients from an extended course of the drug Paxlovid. Afghanistan: The Taliban said that it had signed deals with scores of investors to mine gemstones, gold, copper, iron and other minerals to revive a feeble economy. TIME TO UNWIND Nikki Glaser singing a "Wicked"-"Conclave" mash-up, "Pope-ular." Sonja Flemming/CBS Behind the scenes at the Globes The Golden Globes went smoother last night than in years past. "The Brutalist" won big; Nikki Glaser's monologue was a hit; and the stars mostly left their politics at the door. Our photographers took portraits of the night's winners and captured candid red carpet moments of the stars arriving. And my colleague Jacob Bernstein was there as Hollywood's biggest names crowded an all-you-can-eat sushi buffet. Andrew B. Myers How often do you buy ultraprocessed foods? For the first day of The Times's weeklong healthier eating challenge, my colleagues explained why we should better understand ultraprocessed foods. They are a big part of American diets, and linked to health problems. Our Well desk also designed a digital game in which you can shop and see how easy it is for ultraprocessed foods to end up in your cart. To participate in the challenge, sign up here. Bad Bunny Dana Scruggs for The New York Times Dinner table topics Bad Bunny: The world-conquering Latin superstar said his new album is his "most Puerto Rican" one yet. Don't call it a gym: It's a sporting club, with midcentury nostalgia and country-club preppiness galore. Ten-year struggle: A ballerina celebrated for her musicality has been dealing with hearing loss. Speaking animals: Many dog owners believe their pets have something to say. Scientists are less convinced. WHAT TO DO TONIGHT Gentl and Hyers for The New York Times Cook: This pasta recipe might be the best way to eat kale. Watch: "St. Denis Medical" is a cozy mockumentary. Read: "Golden Years" traces shifts in our treatment of aging adults — for better and worse. Upgrade: Here's how to score a first-class seat. Stretch: Wirecutter has tested 49 yoga mats. This one is their favorite. Compete: Take this week's Flashback history quiz. Play: Here are today's Spelling Bee, Wordle and Mini Crossword. Find all our games here. ONE LAST THING A pepperoni pie in Minneapolis. Drew Anthony Smith for The New York Times The New York slice has gone national Do you know what Boulder, Colo., Washington, D.C., and Seattle have in common? They all serve a world-class slice of New York-style pizza. That would have been almost unthinkable just 25 years ago. But now — thanks to entrepreneurial pizzaiolos, pizza evangelists and eager diners — you can find a perfect New York slice in places like Rexburg, Idaho, a city three hours from the nearest major airport. Have an exquisite evening. Thanks for reading. I'll be back tomorrow. — Matthew Sean Kawasaki-Culligan was our photo editor today. We welcome your feedback. Write to us at evening@nytimes.com. Writer: Matthew Cullen Editors: Carole Landry, Whet Moser, Justin Porter, Jonathan Wolfe Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for The Evening from The New York Times. To stop receiving The Evening, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. 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