Female Navy officers say they fear a career cap after Hegseth cuts women from promotions list
Read full article: Female Navy officers say they fear a career cap after Hegseth cuts women from promotions listSeveral female Navy officers say they see Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's recent intervention in a promotions list as a sign their careers now have a ceiling.
Trump calls for military to accelerate use of AI while protecting Americans
Read full article: Trump calls for military to accelerate use of AI while protecting AmericansPresident Donald Trump is calling for the U.S. military and national security agencies to accelerate their use of artificial intelligence.
Defense Department slashes its religious designations list from more than 200 choices to 31
Read full article: Defense Department slashes its religious designations list from more than 200 choices to 31The Defense Department has announced a significant reduction in the number of religious affiliations it officially recognizes.
Pentagon bars journalists from its press office, saying it has become a 'classified space'
Read full article: Pentagon bars journalists from its press office, saying it has become a 'classified space'The Defense Department has declared its press office a classified space, barring journalists from entry.
Pentagon policy illegally banned transgender troops from military service, appeals court panel rules
Read full article: Pentagon policy illegally banned transgender troops from military service, appeals court panel rulesA divided panel of appeals court judges has ruled that a Trump administration policy illegally banned transgender troops from military service.
Trump is facing a new inflation warning from the bond market, adding to his midterm challenges
Read full article: Trump is facing a new inflation warning from the bond market, adding to his midterm challengesThe world is getting more uptight about lending money to President Donald Trump’s government.
US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific Ocean in fourth attack this week
Read full article: US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific Ocean in fourth attack this weekThe U.S. military said it carried out another strike Saturday on a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three men in the fourth attack this week and putting the total death toll at 205.
As the Pentagon pushes for battlefield AI, some military leaders urge caution
Read full article: As the Pentagon pushes for battlefield AI, some military leaders urge cautionThe Trump administration is pushing to use artificial intelligence in the U.S. military even as it faces calls for caution from some companies and military leaders.
American allies warn division weakens deterrence in calls for global unity to meet new threats
Read full article: American allies warn division weakens deterrence in calls for global unity to meet new threatsAmerican allies are emphasizing the need for unity and cooperation as security threats increasingly cross regional boundaries, even as the Trump administration criticizes traditional partners.
Hegseth tones down warnings about China but says US remains committed to Pacific security
Read full article: Hegseth tones down warnings about China but says US remains committed to Pacific securityU.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says Washington remains committed to the Indo-Pacific region while softening past comments that described China as an imminent threat.
Recent survivors of US boat strikes haven't been found, bringing overall death toll to 199
Read full article: Recent survivors of US boat strikes haven't been found, bringing overall death toll to 199The death toll from the Trump administration’s monthslong series of strikes on suspected drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean has risen to at least 199 people after survivors of recent attacks weren't found.
US imposes sanctions on Iranian agency trying to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz
Read full article: US imposes sanctions on Iranian agency trying to control shipping in the Strait of HormuzThe Trump administration has placed additional sanctions on Iran as part of a sprawling economic pressure campaign during the war, this time targeting the country’s newly created agency that is trying to control shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump plays mayor at Cabinet meeting, showcasing his DC renovations
Read full article: Trump plays mayor at Cabinet meeting, showcasing his DC renovationsPresident Donald Trump took on the role of a small town mayor during his latest Cabinet meeting, spending 10 full minutes describing in great detail the various beautification projects underway around Washington, D.C. He highlighted efforts to fix fountains, power-wash pools and repair brick walkways.
US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, new analysis finds
Read full article: US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, new analysis findsU.S. military contractors will need at least three years to replenish stockpiles of three key weapons systems used in the Iran war.
Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop leaks
Read full article: Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop leaksThe Trump administration wants all current and future federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, part of a continuing crackdown on leaks to the media.
Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aid
Read full article: Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aidA bipartisan group of senators is pushing back on delays by the Department of Defense in sending roughly $600 million in security aid to Ukraine and other allies in eastern Europe.
Trump says he's sending 5,000 more troops to Poland, stirring confusion about US presence in Europe
Read full article: Trump says he's sending 5,000 more troops to Poland, stirring confusion about US presence in EuropePresident Donald Trump has stirred confusion by saying the U.S. will send an additional 5,000 American troops to Poland.
Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing
Read full article: Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passingRepublicans are struggling to find the votes to dismiss legislation that would compel President Donald Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran.
The GOP's YOLO caucus is small but growing. That may spell trouble for Trump's congressional agenda
Read full article: The GOP's YOLO caucus is small but growing. That may spell trouble for Trump's congressional agendaA small but growing group of Republican lawmakers is showing independence from President Donald Trump.
Trump discloses thousands of stock trades, some in companies directly influenced by his policies
Read full article: Trump discloses thousands of stock trades, some in companies directly influenced by his policiesRecent presidents have stayed away from trading stocks in companies whose fortunes they could lift or scuttle with the stroke of a pen.
Appeals court judges appear to be divided over Pentagon's legal dispute with AI company Anthropic
Read full article: Appeals court judges appear to be divided over Pentagon's legal dispute with AI company AnthropicA panel of appellate judges appears to be divided over a legal dispute between the Pentagon and Anthropic.
The Latest: Blanche faces questions from lawmakers over a fund to compensate Trump allies
Read full article: The Latest: Blanche faces questions from lawmakers over a fund to compensate Trump alliesActing Attorney General Todd Blanche wouldn’t rule out the possibility that violent rioters at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, will be considered for payouts from a new $1.776 billion fund to compensate individuals who believe they were targeted politically.
US Rep. Thomas Massie loses Kentucky GOP primary to Ed Gallrein in another victory for Trump
Read full article: US Rep. Thomas Massie loses Kentucky GOP primary to Ed Gallrein in another victory for TrumpKentucky U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie has lost his Republican House primary after a concerted effort by President Donald Trump to oust him through challenger and ultimate winner Ed Gallrein.
Defense secretary steps into key Kentucky election to attack Trump critic
Read full article: Defense secretary steps into key Kentucky election to attack Trump criticDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth is railing against one of President Donald Trump’s chief Republican critics in Congress on the eve of a high-profile primary election.
Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say
Read full article: Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources sayThe Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking those already stationed there.
Trump administration will join a prayer gathering criticized for promoting Christian nationalism
Read full article: Trump administration will join a prayer gathering criticized for promoting Christian nationalismPresident Donald Trump and several top administration officials are joining with a cast of mostly conservative Christian clergy this Sunday for a prayer gathering.
China's Xi warns Trump that differences over Taiwan could lead to conflict
Read full article: China's Xi warns Trump that differences over Taiwan could lead to conflictChina’s Xi Jinping has warned President Donald Trump that their two countries could clash over Taiwan if the issue is not handled properly.
Supporters of bill to aid Ukraine and sanction Russia hit number to force House vote
Read full article: Supporters of bill to aid Ukraine and sanction Russia hit number to force House voteSupporters of a bill to aid Ukraine and sanction Russia have reached a critical threshold to force a vote in the House.
Memphis residents claim harassment, arrest and abuse by Trump-ordered Memphis Safe Task Force
Read full article: Memphis residents claim harassment, arrest and abuse by Trump-ordered Memphis Safe Task ForceFour Memphis residents say they have been harassed, arrested and physically mistreated for engaging in activities protected by the First Amendment such as observing and recording law enforcement personnel in their city.
Hegseth gets bipartisan grilling on rising costs of the Iran war and Trump's end game
Read full article: Hegseth gets bipartisan grilling on rising costs of the Iran war and Trump's end gameDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth has faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers about the Trump administration’s end game for the Iran war, the rising cost of the conflict and its impact on diminishing U.S. weapons stockpiles.
Trump and Hegseth claim 'control' over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz as ceasefire talks are stalled
Read full article: Trump and Hegseth claim 'control' over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz as ceasefire talks are stalledKuwait has accused Iran of launching a failed attack earlier this month on an island where China is helping build a port in the Gulf Arab nation.
US military strike on alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific kills 2, leaves a survivor
Read full article: US military strike on alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific kills 2, leaves a survivorThe U.S. military’s latest strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean has killed two men while leaving one survivor.
The Latest: US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz
Read full article: The Latest: US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of HormuzThe U_S_ military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and “targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking U_S_ forces."
Trump administration sows confusion as it tries to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Read full article: Trump administration sows confusion as it tries to reopen Strait of HormuzIn 24 hours, the Trump administration’s stance on the Iran war has pinballed from declarations that a tenuous ceasefire was holding and military operations were over to new threats of bombing the Islamic Republic.
The Presidential Physical Fitness Award is back as Trump revives annual fitness test in US schools
Read full article: The Presidential Physical Fitness Award is back as Trump revives annual fitness test in US schoolsPresident Donald Trump is reviving the Presidential Physical Fitness Award as he reintroduces a competitive physical fitness test in America's schools.
The Latest: Trump says he has paused effort to guide vessels from the Strait of Hormuz
Read full article: The Latest: Trump says he has paused effort to guide vessels from the Strait of HormuzPresident Donald Trump says he has paused the U.S. effort to guide stranded commercial vessels from the Strait of Hormuz to finalize a deal with Iran to end the war.
China's top envoy meets with Iran's in Beijing as Trump pauses US effort in the Strait
Read full article: China's top envoy meets with Iran's in Beijing as Trump pauses US effort in the StraitPresident Donald Trump says he is pausing the U.S. effort to guide stranded vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz to allow time for a deal to end the Iran war, but that the American forces’ blockade of Iranian ports would remain in place.
Air Force says former Qatari 747 will be ready to fly Trump as Air Force One this summer
Read full article: Air Force says former Qatari 747 will be ready to fly Trump as Air Force One this summerThe U.S. Air Force has completed modifications to a Boeing 747 jet donated by Qatar for temporary use as Air Force One.
US military reaches deals with 7 tech companies to use their AI on classified systems
Read full article: US military reaches deals with 7 tech companies to use their AI on classified systemsThe Pentagon says it has reached deals with seven tech companies to use their artificial intelligence in its classified computer networks This will allow the military to tap into AI-powered capabilities to help it fight wars.
Trump says deadline for Congress to approve Iran war doesn't apply: Hostilities have 'terminated'
Read full article: Trump says deadline for Congress to approve Iran war doesn't apply: Hostilities have 'terminated'The White House is telling Congress that hostilities with Iran have “terminated” despite the continued presence of U.S. armed forces in the region.
Trump administration says its war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadline
Read full article: Trump administration says its war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadlineThe Trump administration is arguing that the war in Iran has already ended because of the ceasefire that began in early April.
The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war
Read full article: The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran warDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces a second day of grilling from Democrats on Capitol Hill, with senators getting their first opportunity to confront or praise the Pentagon chief over his handling of the Iran war.
Takeaways from Hegseth's first hearings in Congress since the start of Iran war
Read full article: Takeaways from Hegseth's first hearings in Congress since the start of Iran warDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth has appeared before Congress at a pair of hearings this week for the first time since the Trump administration started the Iran war.
The Latest: Trump rejects Iran’s latest proposal as Democrats confront Hegseth over war
Read full article: The Latest: Trump rejects Iran’s latest proposal as Democrats confront Hegseth over warDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced nearly six hours of questioning Wednesday from House lawmakers for the first time since President Donald Trump’s administration launched the war against Iran.
Hegseth faces withering questions about Iran in first congressional appearance since war began
Read full article: Hegseth faces withering questions about Iran in first congressional appearance since war beganDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced withering questioning in his first appearance before Congress since the Trump administration went to war against Iran.
Kid Rock flies in Army helicopter weeks after flights near his house drew scrutiny
Read full article: Kid Rock flies in Army helicopter weeks after flights near his house drew scrutinyKid Rock and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth both flew in Army Apache attack helicopters at a base in Virginia on Monday.
Pentagon can require reporters to be escorted during appeal process, judges rule
Read full article: Pentagon can require reporters to be escorted during appeal process, judges ruleAn appeals court has ruled that the Defense Department can require journalists to be escorted on Pentagon grounds while the Trump administration appeals a judge’s decision to block its enforcement of a press access policy challenged by The New York Times.
Trump's planned appearance bringing renewed scrutiny to annual correspondents' dinner
Read full article: Trump's planned appearance bringing renewed scrutiny to annual correspondents' dinnerFor the first time as president, Donald Trump is planning to attend the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington this weekend.
AI startup Anthropic commits $100 billion to Amazon's AWS over next 10 years
Read full article: AI startup Anthropic commits $100 billion to Amazon's AWS over next 10 yearsArtificial intelligence company Anthropic has signed a new agreement to commit more than $100 billion over the next 10 years to Amazon’s AWS cloud platform to train and run its Claude chatbot.
US and allied forces kick off combat drills with Philippines as China objects
Read full article: US and allied forces kick off combat drills with Philippines as China objectsThe United States and the Philippines have kicked off one of their largest combat exercises, aimed at deterring aggression in Asia.
White House chief of staff meets with Anthropic CEO over its new AI technology
Read full article: White House chief of staff meets with Anthropic CEO over its new AI technologyWhite House chief of staff Susie Wiles has met with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to discuss the company's new AI model, Mythos.
In address on media ethics, former Washington Post editor worries about fading moral compass
Read full article: In address on media ethics, former Washington Post editor worries about fading moral compassDuring a contentious era, one of journalism's leading figures says he's concerned about news outlets that may be losing their moral compass.
Pope Leo XIV blasts 'delusion of omnipotence' fueling the US-Israeli war in Iran
Read full article: Pope Leo XIV blasts 'delusion of omnipotence' fueling the US-Israeli war in IranPope Leo XIV has denounced the “delusion of omnipotence” that is fueling the U.S.-Israel war in Iran and demanded political leaders stop and negotiate peace.
By the numbers: US thrashed military targets in Iran, but some capabilities remain
Read full article: By the numbers: US thrashed military targets in Iran, but some capabilities remainSince the ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. was announced, leaders in President Donald Trump's administration have been quick to say the Iranian military and its capacity have sustained significant damage during the weeks of fighting.
A president and a pope: The world's most influential Americans are at odds over Iran
Read full article: A president and a pope: The world's most influential Americans are at odds over IranDonald Trump is accustomed to criticism from coast to coast — Democrats, disaffected Republicans, late-night comedians, protesters.
Federal judge finds Pentagon is violating court order to restore access to reporters
Read full article: Federal judge finds Pentagon is violating court order to restore access to reportersA federal judge has ruled that the Defense Department is violating his earlier order to restore access to the Pentagon for reporters.
Democrats grow bolder on talk about removing Trump from office after his Iran threats
Read full article: Democrats grow bolder on talk about removing Trump from office after his Iran threatsDozens of Democratic lawmakers are saying President Donald Trump should be removed from office after he threatened Iranian civilization would “die” if it didn’t meet his demands.
Trump uses the language of annihilation to threaten Iran ahead of deadline
Read full article: Trump uses the language of annihilation to threaten Iran ahead of deadlineThe president who yearned for a Nobel Peace Prize and once reveled in the appearance of solving conflicts has turned to the language of annihilation as he struggles to find a resolution to his war in Iran.
Politics & Power: Why Secretary of State Marco Rubio has largely escaped backlash for the U.S.-Israel war with Iran
Read full article: Politics & Power: Why Secretary of State Marco Rubio has largely escaped backlash for the U.S.-Israel war with IranJacksonville University political analyst Matt Corrigan joins me on this week’s episode of Politics & Power to discuss Secretary of State Marco Rubio's relative insulation when it comes to backlash over the US-Israel war with Iran.
Risky rescue of US crew downed in Iran relied on dozens of aircraft and subterfuge, Trump says
Read full article: Risky rescue of US crew downed in Iran relied on dozens of aircraft and subterfuge, Trump saysThe United States relied on dozens of aircraft, hundreds of personnel, secret CIA technology and a dose of subterfuge to rescue a two-man F-15E fighter jet crew downed deep inside Iran.
NAS Jacksonville, Fort Stewart among bases that could see new firearms policy
Read full article: NAS Jacksonville, Fort Stewart among bases that could see new firearms policyThe Pentagon is considering a major shift in security protocols at military installations that could affect thousands of servicemembers in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.
Hegseth asks the Army's top uniformed officer to step down while US wages war against Iran
Read full article: Hegseth asks the Army's top uniformed officer to step down while US wages war against IranDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked the Army’s top uniformed officer to step down as the United States wages a war against Iran.
Trump administration appeals ruling that blocked Pentagon action against Anthropic over AI dispute
Read full article: Trump administration appeals ruling that blocked Pentagon action against Anthropic over AI disputeThe Trump administration is appealing a judge’s order blocking the federal government from taking punitive measures against artificial intelligence company Anthropic after a dispute with the Pentagon over military use of AI.
A look at the UK's Royal Navy, which has faced jibe after jibe from Trump and Hegseth
Read full article: A look at the UK's Royal Navy, which has faced jibe after jibe from Trump and HegsethU.S. President Donald Trump and his Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have been damning of the U.K.’s naval capabilities.
Trump criticizes European allies for not helping fix the damage his war against Iran has caused
Read full article: Trump criticizes European allies for not helping fix the damage his war against Iran has causedPresident Donald Trump entered his war of choice against Iran without consulting global allies.
Thousands more US troops are heading to the Middle East
Read full article: Thousands more US troops are heading to the Middle EastThousands of additional U.S. troops are heading to the Middle East as the Trump administration has insisted that progress has been made in talks with Iran and has threatened to escalate the war if a deal is not reached soon.
Suspension lifted for helicopter pilots who hovered near Kid Rock's home
Read full article: Suspension lifted for helicopter pilots who hovered near Kid Rock's homeU.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Army pilots who hovered two helicopters near Kid Rock’s Tennessee home during a training run while he clapped and saluted have had their suspensions lifted.
Iran remains a stubborn foe after absorbing massive US-Israeli attacks
Read full article: Iran remains a stubborn foe after absorbing massive US-Israeli attacksSince the United States and Israel launched their war against Iran on Feb. 28, the Trump administration claims to have all but “obliterated” the Islamic Republic’s military capabilities.
Things to know about Rice's whale, a rare species at risk from Trump plans for more Gulf drilling
Read full article: Things to know about Rice's whale, a rare species at risk from Trump plans for more Gulf drillingOne of the world’s rarest whales, the Rice's whale, is in the way of the Trump administration's desire to expand oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico.
Trump officials exempt oil and gas drilling in the Gulf from endangered species rules
Read full article: Trump officials exempt oil and gas drilling in the Gulf from endangered species rulesTrump administration officials are exempting oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico from the Endangered Species Act.
New York Times accuses Pentagon of flouting judge's order blocking its press access policy
Read full article: New York Times accuses Pentagon of flouting judge's order blocking its press access policyA New York Times attorney claims the Pentagon has flouted a court order blocking it from enforcing a policy limiting news reporters’ access to the Defense Department’s headquarters.
Navy shipyard workers approve a contract deal with Bath Iron Works, ending weeklong strike
Read full article: Navy shipyard workers approve a contract deal with Bath Iron Works, ending weeklong strikeHundreds of employees at one of the U.S. Navy’s biggest shipbuilding contractors have voted to approve a deal with Bath Iron Works, ending a weeklong strike.
One month into Iran war, some Trump objectives are unfulfilled as he looks to wind down the conflict
Read full article: One month into Iran war, some Trump objectives are unfulfilled as he looks to wind down the conflictPresident Donald Trump has laid out five objectives for the U.S. in its war with Iran that he said the U.S. is close to achieving as he considers “winding down” the operation.
