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Military / WarThe Veil
Trump takes border crackdown to deep-red state as shock Senate battle threatens GOP stronghold
The planned appearance comes amid a Kansas Senate race between Sen. Roger Marshall and Adam Hamilton. Its effect on voters remains unclear.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Crime, kidnappings and drone attacks flagged in US warning for border region
A U.S. travel warning flags crime, kidnappings and explosive-rigged drones in Colombia's Norte de Santander, near Venezuela. No new attack is documented.
- 7 min
- Colombia
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump’s latest branding battle: From the Politics Desk
Kennedy Center-linked Trump branding fight and House GOP defections on an Iran-related vote reveal messaging and policy rifts in Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
GOP shifts message on costs as Iran war drags on: From the Politics Desk
Republicans recalibrate inflation and spending rhetoric amid Iran war, weighing security costs against affordability ahead of 2026 races.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
US military took down approximately 100 suspected cartel drones at southern border in August
U.S. military used counter-drone tech to disable about 100 suspected cartel drones along the southern border in August, officials said from Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukrainian missile strike kills six in Russian border region – officials
Russian officials report six civilians killed and four injured in a Belgorod Region village near the Ukraine border; homes and services damaged.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
The Constitution at a standstill: From the Politics Desk
Politics Desk: Iran war fallout slows Capitol Hill action on budgets, force protection, and energy security as markets brace for prolonged risks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Todd Blanche’s rocky road: From the Politics Desk
From Tehran, rising scrutiny meets Blanche’s AG path and a volatile Iran war, with fast swings driven by leadership signals and alliance pressures.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil prices surge as Congress splits on Iran war votes: From the Politics Desk
Oil surged July 23 as Iran tensions rose and Congress advanced rival war and sanctions measures, boosting supply risk and market volatility.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary carries 2020 echoes: From the Politics Desk
Analysis from Washington: Michigan’s Democratic primary mirrors 2020, spotlighting ideological and generational splits, coalition-building, and turnout.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
NYT panel debates whether Graham Platner is a ‘dirtbag’ or Democrats’ answer to Trump-era politics
Washington panel weighs whether Platner’s hard-edged Senate bid is savvy post‑Trump strategy or alienating persona politics with 2026 stakes.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Senate begins voting on Republican bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol amid GOP split on Trump’s $1.8B fund
U.S. Senate opens votes on GOP bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol as Republicans split over Trump-backed $1.8B fund, shaping tactics and timelines.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump’s China trips ends with more questions than answers: From the Politics Desk
High-profile meetings yielded few specifics, leaving open questions on trade, tech access, security, and potential follow-up talks.
- 7 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
Inside the Christian border town in Lebanon that says it survived by defying Hezbollah
Rmeish residents say the southern Lebanon Christian town survived the Israel-Hezbollah war by refusing to let Hezbollah fighters operate from inside the
- 3 min
- Israel
Military / WarThe Veil
For Democratic veterans making midterm pitches, the Iran war is personal: From the Politics Desk
Military-service Democrats spotlight opposition to the two-month Iran war, blending security credentials with anti-escalation appeals ahead of primaries.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
The Iran war collides with Mamdani's message on high costs: From the Politics Desk
Kristen Welker previews an interview with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani on the economic, political, and civil liberties costs of the expanding Iran war.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Life at the Israel-Lebanon border and Sen. Thom Tillis critiques Trump's Cabinet: Morning Rundown
Border towns face strikes, evacuations and economic strain as services persist under pressure; Sen. Thom Tillis faults Trump’s Cabinet choices.
- 7 min
- Israel
Military / WarThe Veil
The key deadlines that could shape the future of the Iran war: From the Politics Desk
Looming votes, briefings, and retaliation windows may steer escalation or restraint in Iran as markets and security posture react fast.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
AP reports: Iranians at border crossing into Iraq urge US to end the war
At a southern Iraq crossing, Iranian pilgrims and traders plead for an end to the war, citing airstrikes, rising prices, shortages, and travel strains.
- 6 min
- Iraq
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
RX Border Defense: Buyer Beware When It Comes to Cheap Chinese Drug Ingredients for Weight Loss
U.S. group flags opaque supply chains, quality risks, and adulteration in Chinese-made ingredients entering global weight-loss drug markets.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine's unique role in the Iran war: From the Politics Desk
Reports of discreet Ukrainian assistance to Iran conflict raise pressure inside NATO and could reshape Kyiv’s standing amid alliance caution.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
World TradeBehind The Veil
Trump Refuses To Negotiate, Malaysia's Bold Move And More: This Week In Politics
Trump’s firm Iran stance stirs Hill debate; Malaysia nixes U.S. trade plan; Warren probes Amazon’s Melania doc spend—shaping a volatile policy week.
- 7 min
- United States
Society / CultureThe Veil
Pentagon accidentally downs US border patrol drone – lawmakers
The Federal Aviation Administration has halted flights around Fort Hancock, Texas, following the reported downing of a border patrol drone
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump Demands Susan Rice's Removal, Macron Responds On Leaked Texts, Tariffs And More: This Week In Politics - General Motors (NYSE:GM)
President Trump made headlines with a demand for Netflix to fire a board member and announced a tariff hike.
- 6 min
- United States