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The Pentagon has released details regarding President Donald Trump's request for a $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027, marking the largest increase since World War II.
President Donald Trump has extended the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, stating the pause will remain in effect until Iran presents a unified proposal to end the conflict.
A 56-year-old man faces federal charges for allegedly supplying the weapon used in a Shreveport shooting that left eight children dead over the weekend.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has dismissed Navy Secretary John Phelan following a period of internal friction.
U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan has been dismissed from his position, according to a report by Reuters. No reason for the termination was provided.
The U.S. military reports that 400 troops have been injured during Operation Epic Fury.
The White House has reportedly demanded that Iran surrender its enriched uranium stockpiles to the United States.
US President Donald Trump has extended the ceasefire with Iran until negotiations conclude, while maintaining the existing US naval blockade. Tehran has characterized the ongoing blockade as an act of piracy and state terrorism.
A federal grand jury has indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center on charges of wire fraud, false statements, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. The indictment alleges the organization funneled over $3 million in donations to associated individuals between 2014 and 2023.
The White House has reportedly compiled a list of NATO member countries that have declined to support the United States in a conflict with Iran. According to Politico, the administration is evaluating potential measures against these nations based on their contributions to the alliance.
The US military has significantly depleted its stockpile of key missiles during the conflict with Iran, with reports indicating that replenishment could take years and impact future military readiness.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a criminal investigation into OpenAI regarding allegations that the ChatGPT chatbot provided information to a suspect involved in a 2025 shooting at Florida State University.
The United States has depleted more than half of its Patriot and THAAD missile stockpiles during the nearly two-month conflict with Iran.
Florida Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick's status as a member of the House of Representatives is uncertain as a potential expulsion vote is expected this week.
The Trump administration warns it will run out of money to pay TSA workers in the coming weeks.
Pentagon's defense autonomous warfare group requests $54.6 billion in funding.
The House Foreign Affairs Committee has advanced bipartisan legislation aimed at restricting the export of artificial intelligence technology to China.
Russia has received an invitation to participate at the highest level in the G20 summit in the United States on December 14-15, according to Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Pankin.
US stocks reached record closing highs, driven by gains in the chip sector, positive corporate earnings, and an extended ceasefire between the US and Iran.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced plans to invest approximately $3 billion to construct a research chip manufacturing facility in Texas.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Area Port of Nogales seized a rocket-propelled grenade and 41 other firearms from a vehicle attempting to cross the border on Sunday.
Kevin Warsh told senators he would act independently if confirmed as Federal Reserve chair, denying that President Donald Trump pressured him on interest rates. Warsh stated he would not serve as a "sock puppet" for the administration.
The House Ethics Committee is calling for individuals with sexual misconduct complaints to step forward following the resignations of two representatives linked to allegations.
President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve, tasking him with managing a US economy characterized by high consumer spending and rising energy prices.
The Pentagon announced the resignation of U.S. Secretary of the Navy Phelan. First Deputy Secretary Hung Cao will serve as acting secretary, according to Pentagon public affairs assistant Parnell.
US Secretary of the Navy has resigned, the Pentagon said.
A Virginia judge has blocked the state from certifying the results of a referendum on Democratic-drawn congressional maps, ruling that both the referendum and the underlying legislation are unconstitutional.
The Pentagon announced that the US Navy chief is departing from their post effective immediately.
House Republicans are declining to bring a bipartisan Senate bill to the floor that would end the current shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.
The Pentagon has dismissed US Navy Secretary Phelan, according to an unnamed source.