Trump Admin Reverses Biden-Era Land Mine Policy
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has reversed a policy banning antipersonnel land mines, allowing global use. The move, detailed in a new memo, is framed as a strategic necessity. Read the full analysis.
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U.S. Retaliates in Syria After ISIS Attack Kills 3
The U.S. launches large-scale military strikes in Syria, targeting ISIS, in retaliation for an ambush that killed two soldiers and a civilian interpreter. Details on the operation and regional impact.
Hegseth Announces New Effort Against ISIS in Syria
Following the deaths of two U.S. soldiers and an interpreter in Syria, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces a renewed military effort to eliminate Islamic State fighters. Details on the response.
Rubio Addresses Ukraine, Gaza, Venezuela in Press Conference
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the Russia-Ukraine war, Gaza conflict, and Venezuela tensions in a wide-ranging news conference on December 19, 2025. Get the key details.
Vance's $1,000 Joke Over Vanity Fair's Trump Admin Photos
VP JD Vance joked he owes $1,000 after Vanity Fair's divisive photos of Trump's inner circle sparked conservative fury. Discover the story behind the images.
Vanity Fair Portraits Spark Online Firestorm
Photographer Christopher Anderson defends his close-up portraits of Trump officials after online mockery. Marco Rubio and Dan Scavino lash out. Read the full story.
Kelly, Hegseth Clash in Senate Over Venezuela Strikes
A classified Senate briefing erupted into a heated exchange between Sen. Mark Kelly and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over U.S. military strikes and a probe into a video. Get the full story on this political confrontation.
Defence Secretary Hegseth Withholds Video of Deadly Boat Crash
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth will not publicly release video of a boat that killed survivors in the Caribbean. The decision raises transparency questions amid ongoing investigations.
Hegseth, Rubio Return to Capitol Hill as Boat Strike Questions Mount
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Senator Marco Rubio are set to testify on Capitol Hill as congressional scrutiny intensifies over recent boat strike incidents. Get the latest updates.
JD Vance's Shoe Size Boast at Christmas Party
Vice President JD Vance shared a revealing anecdote about President Trump and shoe sizes at his D.C. holiday party. Get the full story and analysis here.
SNL Mocks Pete Hegseth's Temper and Boozer Reputation
Saturday Night Live targeted U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in a cold open, parodying his temper and alluding to controversies over military strikes. Colin Jost led the sketch.
Hegseth defends second airstrike on drug boat survivors
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth defends a second airstrike that killed survivors of a drug boat, sparking war crime accusations and bipartisan scrutiny in Congress. Read the full story.
Franklin the Turtle Meme Sparks Outrage in Canada
U.S. Secretary of State Pete Hegseth sparks controversy by using a doctored image of beloved Canadian icon Franklin the Turtle in a military meme. Readers also react to MP benches, museum 'wokeness,' and government ad spending.
Hegseth Backs Controversial Caribbean Strike
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly supports a second strike on a suspected drug boat, amid allegations of a potential war crime. Details on the escalating anti-drug campaign.
Hegseth defends Trump's cartel strikes at Reagan Forum
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended controversial strikes on drug cartel boats, killing over 80, at the Reagan National Defense Forum. He asserted Trump's power to act 'as he sees fit.'
Hegseth defends Trump's use of force against cartel boats
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defends recent strikes on suspected cartel vessels, asserting President Trump's broad authority to order military action. Full analysis of the legal and security implications.
Survivors Didn't Radio for Backup Before Strike: Admiral
A top U.S. admiral told lawmakers survivors clung to a capsized boat but didn't radio for backup before a controversial 'double-tap' strike. President Trump backs Defense Secretary Hegseth amid war crime questions.
Fallon's Jibe at Hegseth Sparks Controversy
Jimmy Fallon targeted Pete Hegseth with a topical joke during the National Christmas Tree lighting. The former Fox host faces scrutiny over airstrikes and a security breach. Read the full story.
Colbert Mocks Defense Secretary's Signal App Scandal
Stephen Colbert skewered Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after a Pentagon watchdog report flagged his use of Signal app, risking sensitive data. Watch the monologue.
U.S. and Kenya Sign First 'America First' Health Deal
The United States and Kenya have inked the first in a series of anticipated 'America First' global health agreements. This landmark deal signals a new direction in U.S. foreign health policy. Read more about the implications.
Rubio's 'President of Peace' Claim for Trump Sparks Ridicule
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio faces intense online mockery after renaming an institute for Donald Trump and calling him a 'President of Peace,' a claim critics call absurd given Trump's recent actions. Read the fiery social media backlash.
Kelly Cites Hegseth's 2016 Stance on Military Ethics
Arizona Senator Mark Kelly points to a viral 2016 clip of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discussing the military's duty to reject illegal orders. Kelly questions Hegseth's changed stance under Trump. Read the full story.
U.S. Admiral denies 'kill them all' order, video alarms lawmakers
A U.S. admiral refutes claims of a 'kill them all' order in a recent boat attack, but video evidence raises serious questions among lawmakers. President Trump stands by Defense Secretary Hegseth.
Hegseth Shared Sensitive Military Plans on Personal Phone
A Pentagon watchdog found U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth compromised security by sharing sensitive plans on a personal device, putting troops at risk. Read the full report.
Miller Retorts to Hegseth's Babysitting Jab Amid ICE Raids
White House aide Stephen Miller joked about Somali refugee policy after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he wouldn't trust him to babysit. The exchange highlights tensions over ongoing ICE operations in Minnesota.
Pentagon Report: Signal App Use Risked U.S. Troops
A Pentagon report found Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth endangered personnel by using Signal for war plans. Read the full details on the security breach and ongoing controversies.
Hegseth Under Fire for Military Strikes, Signal Use
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confronts mounting pressure over military actions in Yemen and Venezuela, with lawmakers launching investigations and demanding his resignation. Follow the latest developments.
Pentagon: Hegseth Risked Troops with Signal Chat
A Pentagon watchdog report concludes Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth endangered U.S. troops by sharing attack plans on Signal. Read the full investigation details.
US Military Knew of Survivors Before Follow-Up Strike
A new report reveals the Pentagon knew there were survivors before a second strike on a drug vessel in the Caribbean. Lawmakers are now investigating the legality of the operation. Read the full story.
Pentagon watchdog flags security risk from Hegseth's Signal use
A Pentagon inspector general report found Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the encrypted Signal app created security risks for U.S. personnel, according to AP sources.
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