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Congressman Tim Burchett wants the U.S. government to step up with military options against drones ... saying he wants to see a few of the crafts shot out of the sky.

A photographer caught up with the representative from Tennessee Thursday... and, Burchett told him America's government is being tested by outside forces -- and, the government is failing the test.

Burchett tell us the government is too comfortable throwing their hands up and saying they've got no idea what the drones are or who is piloting them ... seemingly referencing White House national security communications adviser John Kirby admitting they haven't been able to corroborate any sightings of alleged drones over New Jersey.

Lil Durk's criminal case just got heavier ... the feds say he's too dangerous to be released on bail, pointing to possible links between the Chicago rap star and another alleged murder-for-hire plot.

Durk's legal team has been pushing for bail -- but on Thursday, prosecutors unsealed a warrant from April 2023 that alleges Durk "offer[ed] money for people to kill those responsible for his brother's murder" ... and say this has become his M.O., and may have also led to the January 2022 shooting death of 24-year-old Stephon Mack.

According to the search warrant, Mack was the leader of the Smashville faction of the Gangster Disciples, which the feds say is a rival gang of Durk's OTF's Black Disciples.

Taylor Swift's "Eras" might be over, but she's still putting smiles on faces ... taking time to hang out with kids at a hospital in Kansas City -- and the special visit included a funny moment involving Travis Kelce.

The "Fortnight" singer hit up the Children’s Mercy Hospital on Thursday ... and spent at least an hour meeting patients located on the hematology and oncology floor.

Brian Austin Green has a stern message for Machine Gun Kelly amid his recent split from Brian's ex-wife Megan Fox ... grow up!

We got Brian out in Calabasas on Thursday, and we asked him his thoughts on the now-former couple's most recent breakup. Brian claims to have not heard the news ... but after some thought, he questioned MGK's age -- implying maybe he's still very immature. Brian quipped to our camera, "Grow up! She's pregnant."

Brian says he wants the best for MGK and Megan's baby, which arrives in March 2025 ... adding he's heartbroken about the "tragic" situation because Megan and the kids they share together are really excited about the new baby's addition.

Even before a suspect was identified, people were cheering the UnitedHealthcare CEO killer ... but it went to a whole new level when a face was finally seen -- and admirers' parts started to tingle.

Here's the deal ... Luigi Mangione was apprehended Monday ... and hours later, the Manhattan D.A. charged him with murder in the brazen December 4 fatal shooting of Brian Thompson.

Renowned sex doc Laura Berman tells TMZ ... women have found notorious criminals attractive in the past -- Ted Bundy being a classic example -- but she's never seen the thirst level that's been on display for the suspect Mangione.

A Florida woman was arrested Tuesday after her insurance company told police she made a threat using words associated with the murder of a healthcare executive last week.

Briana Boston reportedly had claims denied by BlueCross BlueShield recently, and called them up -- and the company recorded it. At the end of the call, Boston allegedly said ... “Delay, Deny, Depose. You people are next,” according to Tampa's WFLA-TV.

"Deny, Depose, Defend" are the words etched onto shell casings found at the scene of the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last week ... 26-year-old Luigi Mangione has been arrested this week in that case.

James Kennedy's exes are reacting to his legal woes ... sharing blunt messages in the aftermath of the "Vanderpump Rules" star's recent domestic violence arrest.

After TMZ broke the story ... in which we revealed James was arrested for misdemeanor domestic violence after allegedly getting into an argument with a woman Tuesday evening ... his ex-girlfriend, Kristen Doute, addressed the news head-on in her Instagram Stories.

Alongside our story regarding James' arrest, Kristen wrote one word ... "Finally."

The holidays really did come early for college basketball legend Dick Vitale -- he just revealed the results of Thursday's medical tests ... and he's "clean of cancer!"

Vitale provided the awesome update on social media ... saying he's considering the news from his doctors an extra-special Christmas gift.

Dickie V documented his entire throat cancer journey leading up to his PET scan ... saying he had Dec. 12 circled on his calendar, as that's when he'd find out if the 30 rounds of radiation since July 2023 worked.

Pregnancy sure looks good on Brittany Mahomes ... check out some pics she shared from a recent maternity shoot -- she's glowing!!

Patrick Mahomes' wife went braless for the picture sesh -- choosing to wear nothing but a loose white shirt and some blue jeans to capture the final days of her third pregnancy.

In each snap, she stunned ... and many of her 2.1 million followers raced to her Instagram's comment section to praise her for the looks.

Bella Hadid fans have certainly backed the right horse by supporting her ... 'cause she proved herself at the rodeo -- winning Rookie of the Year this week!

The model shared several pictures of her new title ... sitting atop a horse with a cowboy hat, tight blue jeans and fringe pants on.

In her hand, Bella holds a golden belt buckle, bearing the words "Rookie of the Year" and the acronym "NCHA" -- National Cutting Horse Association.

Trae Tha Truth seriously needs the public's help and is urging anyone who's seen his missing daughter to contact him immediately.

Parental courts granted the Houston rapper full custody of his 6-year-old daughter ... but he says her mother took the child to whereabouts unknown -- and it's been 4 MONTHS!!!

TMZ Hip Hop linked with the Houston rapper during his recent trip to Cali, where he opened up about his daughter being missing for a good chunk of the year.

"Vanderpump Rules" star James Kennedy is in trouble with the law ... we've learned the Bravo personality has been arrested for misdemeanor domestic violence.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... Burbank, CA Police were dispatched to a home in the area Tuesday night after receiving a call about an argument between him and a woman.

We're told a witness saw Kennedy and the woman arguing ... with the reality TV star allegedly grabbing her at one point, though we're told officers did not see any visible injuries on her.

Morgan Wallen has pled guilty to two misdemeanor charges in his chair-throwing case ... and, he will spend seven days in a DUI education center.

Worrick Robinson, Morgan's attorney, tells TMZ ... the singer-songwriter pled guilty to two misdemeanor counts of reckless endangerment Thursday.

He's been sentenced to seven days in jail which he will serve in the DUI center -- a program which provides "state of the art alternative sentencing for Tennessee DUI, reckless driving, and reckless endangerment offenders" according to the program website -- after which he will serve two years' probation. He must also pay a $350 fine and court fees.

Hailey Bieber is happy Selena Gomez won't be "Single Soon" ... the model has shown some subtle love on the former Disney Channel star's engagement announcement.

After Selena announced she and boyfriend Benny Blanco are officially engaged Wednesday evening, the Rhode Skin founder took to Instagram and hit the "Like" button on the upload.

While Hailey was just one of many celebrities to congratulate the couple on their pending nuptials -- including Taylor Swift, Cardi B, and Jennifer Aniston, among others -- her reaction is particularly noteworthy given the two ladies' complicated history.

Karrueche Tran has escaped the cold weather for some fun in the sun ... hitting up Cancun, Mexico in an itty-bitty bikini ahead of the holidays.

Check it out ... the actress donned a colorful 2-piece swimsuit that perfectly showed off her fit frame ... including her round rump. Karrueche appeared to be busy on her phone, keeping it on hand for most of her time relaxing in the cabana on the net lounger.

Karrueche was notably single for her Mexican getaway ... months after she found herself in the middle of ex Chris Brown's beef with Quavo.

Paris Hilton just hit a major milestone -- after tirelessly lobbying for children in the welfare system, her legislation was officially passed by the U.S. Senate overnight.

Not only that, but Hilton’s "Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act" passed unanimously with all 100 senators on board -- making it an absolute win for legislation deeply personal to her after she bravely shared her own painful experiences of abuse at a young age.

The bill still needs to go through the U.S. House of Representatives to reach President Biden’s desk ... but Paris is riding high!