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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
U.S. to spend $2 billion to $3 billion per month on Iran war, Congressional Budget Office says
Congressional Budget Office estimates ongoing Iran-related military spending at $2–$3B per month, totaling $38B, shaping budget and oversight talks.
- 6 min
- Iran
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
Iran War could cost $2 billion per month, Congressional Budget Office estimates
CBO reports $38B spent Feb. 28–Aug. 1 on Iran war operations, averaging $2B monthly, informing budget debates as conflict continues into late Q3 2026.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump's $5,000 'dividend' needs congressional approval
House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump’s $5,000-per-adult plan requires congressional authorization, centering fiscal and legislative debate in Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
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
From Iron Dome to Abraham Accords: Congressional trips helped shape 15 years of US-Israel cooperation
From Iron Dome to the Abraham Accords, congressional trips informed funding, intel sharing, and defense planning as policymakers revisit aid and strategy.
- 7 min
- Israel
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump-endorsed congressional candidate pledges entire $174K salary to wounded Iraq War veteran's family
Trump-endorsed New York hopeful Anthony Constantino pledges his entire congressional pay to an Iraq War veteran’s family, spotlighting service and ethics.
- 6 min
- Iraq
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
King Charles III cracks some jokes, and a congressional map gets thrown out: The news quiz
U.S. court nixes a congressional map, Comey faces indictment, Pentagon updates Iran-related costs, and King Charles III’s jokes lighten the week.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump says he doesn't need congressional authorization for military operations in Iran, citing ceasefire
In a letter to Congress, Trump says existing authorities cover potential military actions tied to Iran amid a ceasefire, prompting legal scrutiny.
- 7 min
- Iran
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Congressional Republicans rally around Trump's White House ballroom project
GOP senators push a $400M federal plan for a White House ballroom, citing security, protocol, and tourism; Democrats question cost and timing.
- 7 min
- United States
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
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
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
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
Society / CultureThe Veil
Utah’s Supreme Court rejects appeal to overturn congressional map with Democratic-leaning district
Utah’s Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by Republican lawmakers and left in place a congressional map that gives Democrats a high chance of picking up one...
- 6 min
- United States