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Iran is bringing its terror war to America. Is DHS ready?
A counterterrorism expert warns of Iranian sleeper cells, assassination plots, and proxy networks operating on U.S. soil. Is DHS prepared to respond?
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First U.S. Boots on Iranian Soil in 46 Years: Inside the Rescue of a Downed F-15 Crew
Badly injured and hunted by Iranian forces with a bounty on his head, a U.S. Air Force weapons systems officer spent nearly 50 hours alone b…
Vance to suspend 870,000 people from federal loans over $39B in suspected COVID fraud
The Small Business Administration is suspending nearly 870,000 borrowers linked to $39 billion in suspected pandemic loan fraud, barring the…
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Why Is Washington So Afraid of Regime Change in Iran?Trump Has Weakened the Islamic Republic. The Greater Challenge Is Overcoming Washington’s Fear of What Comes N…
Iran’s Monarchy Is Not America’s Monarchy: A History Washington MisunderstoodWashington has misunderstood Iran’s monarchy for nearly half a century; as the Islamic Republic approaches a h…
Iran Vows Counter-Strike After U.S. Sinks Five Crude CarriersIran's Revolutionary Guard has ordered crews to abandon vessels near Kuwaiti and Bahraini ports, warning ships…The briefing
Trump Warns of More Strikes After U.S. Hits Iran Air Defenses, Radar and Maritime Sites
The U.S. struck Iranian air defenses and maritime assets in a broad CENTCOM operation, and Trump says it's not to bring Iran back to the tab…
Iran Is Widening the War, and Turning America’s Persian Gulf Bases Into a New Front
Tehran’s attacks on U.S. positions from Kuwait to Bahrain reveal a dangerous shift from controlled retaliation to horizontal escalation.
Now Is the Time for Clandestine Operations: The CIA Must Prepare for Regime Change in Iran
With Tehran at its weakest, Washington should stop managing the Islamic Republic and start preparing for its end. A serious CIA strategy sho…
Trump admin shuts down 270 fraudulent CDL schools licensing illegals
The Trump admin orders 270 trucking schools to shut down in a crackdown on the licensing of illegal immigrant drivers.
U.S. Destroys Iranian Missile Launchers Aimed at Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Central Command confirmed American forces destroyed two IRGC missile launchers on Larak island Sunday, the first known U.S. strike agai…
Six Months of War: Why the U.S.–Iran Conflict Is Becoming an Economic War
The U.S. is betting that financial strangulation can succeed where military force alone has not. China may be the factor that determines whe…
How to Win the War With the Islamic Republic
As the United States and the Islamic Republic are considering another deal to keep tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz, Washington i…
Justice Department Secures One of Largest-Ever Children's Privacy Settlements Against TikTok
TikTok will pay $400 million to settle Justice Department claims it illegally harvested data from millions of underage users, a case years i…
Scott Bessent and America’s 'Economic D-Day': Is Washington Changing the War With Iran?
For most Americans, Scott Bessent was hardly a household name. Even after becoming President Donald Trump’s Treasury Secretary in January 20…
When the Islamic Republic Falls, Washington Will Knock on Reza Pahlavi’s Door
Washington cannot choose Iran’s future, but it can prepare for it. If the Islamic Republic falls, the White House will need a credible Irani…
FBI foils ISIS-inspired bomb plot at New York State CapitolWoman arrested for plotting an ISIS-inspired bomb attack at the New York State Capitol, according to a federal…
FBI seizes Eric Swalwell’s electronics at San Francisco airport in sexual misconduct probeFBI agents confronted Eric Swalwell with a search warrant at San Francisco Airport on Saturday and seized his…
Exploring AI's Potential to Reshape How We LearnOur classrooms were designed in the 1800s to teach the masses efficiently. In 2026, we finally have the tools…
Dozens of States Face Off Against Meta in Landmark Children's Safety TrialA Meta whistleblower testified the company detected "significant" harms to young people but failed to act, as…
U.S. Embassy Warns Americans Out of Michoacán as Cartel Roadblocks Spread
Mexican authorities have put security forces on alert in a Do Not Travel state, and the embassy says the violence could get worse.
Cyberattack Hits More Than 30 Minnesota Water Systems in Coordinated Strike
Foreign Actors Suspected in Sweeping Cyberattack on Minnesota Water Infrastructure
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Anti-ICE Activist Sets Fire at NYC Immigration Court; Manifesto Found in BagAn anti-ICE activist set fire to 26 Federal Plaza in NYC on Monday, injuring two before a federal officer tack…
U.S. Forces Launch New Strikes on IranU.S. forces are conducting a new wave of strikes against Iran to further degrade Iranian military capabilities…
U.S. Central Command forces launch new wave of strikes against IranU.S. forces are striking Iran after Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces attacked commercial ships transit…
Twin Earthquakes Devastate Venezuela
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Iran war: Trump vowed further strikes
Live Updates: The United States and Iran have exchanged strikes following the downing of a U.S. helicopter.
Trump says a deal with Iran "could happen" over the weekend if negotiations keep going well
Trump says the U.S. has been hitting Iran hard as negotiations make progress, with a potential deal possible this weekend.
Iran War: The U.S. launches airstrikes against Iran after a Army Apache helicopter was shot down
Iran launches missile attack on northern Israel; live updates
Trump situation room meeting underway to make decision on Iran
U.S. Sec of State Rubio met with the Pakistani foreign minister and 'thanked him for the role Pakistan continues to play in advancing peace…
U.S. Strikes Iran in Response to attack on a commercial vessel
The U.S. military strikes Iran on Thursday in response to an Iranian drone attack on a commercial vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
The War Pauses: U.S. and Iran Strike 60-Day Ceasefire Deal
A Pause, Not a Peace: Inside the 14-Point Deal That Halted the U.S.-Iran War
CIA Chief Brought Maduro Raid Operative to Cuba Meeting
CIA Director John Ratcliffe brought a paramilitary leader from the Maduro capture mission to his Havana meeting, introducing him as the oper…
Kevin Warsh Sworn In as Fed Chair at White House Ceremony
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh was sworn in Friday by Justice Clarence Thomas at the White House, taking control of monetary policy at a…
Minnesota Fraud Suspect Caught After Jumping From Building During FBI Raid
Muhammad Omar arrested within 2 hours of fleeing FBI agents by jumping from 4th-story balcony during Minnesota healthcare fraud raid targeti…
Serbian President Vučić Calls Trump a 'Peacemaker' as Europe Turns Away
President Aleksandar Vučić says Serbia embraces Trump's leadership while much of Europe distances itself from America First policies and str…
Senate GOP Kills $70B Border Bill Over Trump's $1B Ballroom Security FundRepublican senators block homeland security funding before June 1 deadline, citing concerns over $1 billion fo…
Three Watched San Diego Mosque Attack Live — Viewer Urged Calling PoliceAt least three people watched gunmen Cain Clark and Caleb Vazquez livestream their deadly Monday attack at the…
Planned Parenthood Offers Advance Abortion Pills in Washington, HawaiiPlanned Parenthood launches 'Just In Case Abortion Pills' program in Washington state and Hawaii, allowing res…
Trump Plans Executive Order for AI Oversight — Shift from Hands-Off ApproachPresident Trump prepares executive order giving government oversight of AI models, marking departure from prev…
Trump, GOP Court Farmers with China Trade Deal Amid Rising Prices
Trump administration and Republican lawmakers make midterm appeal to farmers hurt by trade policy price increases and Iran war effects ahead…
Graham: 'No Room in GOP' to Destroy Trump Agenda After Cassidy Loss
Sen. Lindsey Graham says Republican Party has no room for Trump agenda opponents after Sen. Bill Cassidy failed to advance in Louisiana GOP…
Israel Plans Sunday Vote to Seize 20 Palestinian Properties Near Al-Aqsa MosquePalestinian Jerusalem Governorate warns Israeli authorities will approve plan Sunday to seize properties in Ba…
Letlow, Fleming Advance to Louisiana GOP Senate Runoff — Cassidy OustedRep. Julia Letlow and State Treasurer John Fleming knocked out incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy in Saturday's L…
Union Warns of Safety Risks as Workers Rush to Blue Lincoln Memorial PoolTrade union warns workers renovating Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool may be risking safety to meet July 4th d…
Alexander Calls Jan. 6 Impeachable Offense — Urges GOP to Stand Up to TrumpFormer Tennessee Senator Lamar Alexander says Trump committed impeachable offense on January 6 and calls on Co…
Bishop Barron: 'Marginalization of God' Is 'True Threat to Democracy'
Bishop Robert Barron will address religious marginalization as democracy's biggest threat at Trump's Rededicate 250 prayer event Sunday on t…
Louisiana's Cassidy Faces Trump-Backed Primary Challenge After Impeachment Vote
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Trump Calls Taiwan Arms Sales 'Very Good Negotiating Chip' With China
President Trump described potential Taiwan weapons deals as bargaining tools in China talks, raising concerns about America's defense commit…
Manhattan Synagogue Attack Plot Targeted 'Heart' of Jewish Community — Suspect Arrested
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch says arrested suspect planned attack on Manhattan synagogue targeting the heart of New York's Jewish commu…
Smithsonian Restores Impeachment Text to Trump Portrait After Removal
The National Portrait Gallery quietly restored language about Trump's impeachments to his presidential portrait display after initially remo…
DOJ Launches Federal 'Summer Surge' in DC — 26% Crime Drop Ahead of July 4th
Justice Department's DC Safe and Beautiful Task Force deploys massive federal law enforcement surge for America's 250th anniversary after 13…
Sinaloa Security Chief Arrested in Arizona — Took $100K Monthly Bribes
Gerardo Merida Sanchez, former Sinaloa security secretary, arrested May 11 in Arizona on charges of taking $100,000 monthly bribes from El C…
Xi Warns of Taiwan 'Clashes and Conflicts' in Beijing Meeting with Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping warned of potential military confrontation over Taiwan during Thursday meeting with Trump in Beijing, calling i…
Mail-Order Abortion Pills Surge Despite State Bans — Overturn Roe Effect
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Ratcliffe Flies to Cuba for Direct Talks as CIA Warns Negotiation Window Closing
CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Havana Thursday for face-to-face meetings with Cuban officials as the agency warns diplomatic opport…
Daughter Appeals to Trump to Free American Citizen Held in Russian Prison
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Trump Eyes Chinese Investment Despite National Security ConcernsTrump administration signals openness to increased Chinese investment despite longstanding bipartisan national…
Fetterman Defends Trump's Iran Remarks as Media 'Clipped'Sen. John Fetterman defended President Trump's controversial comments about not considering Americans' financi…
Three GOP Senators Break Ranks on Iran War Powers — Resolution Fails 49-50
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Vance Dodges 2028 Questions, Rubio Ticket Speculation at Press Conference
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Trump Stores Secret Letter for Vance in Resolute Desk for Succession Crisis
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McCormick: AI Revolution 'Most Consequential Moment in Our Lifetimes'Sen. Dave McCormick (R-PA) tells Breitbart that America must win the AI energy race against China and rival st…
Oil Surges 4% as Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire Response — Asian Markets MixedOil prices jumped over 4% Monday after Trump rejected Iran's ceasefire response, sending mixed signals through…Sections
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