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Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Newly elected Senate Democrats in the spotlight: From the Politics Desk
Kristen Welker examines the first major decision facing incoming Democratic senators in a November 13 edition of From the Politics Desk.
- 9 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump bluntly tells JD Vance to shift focus from Iran to targeting 'corruption and crime' at home
Trump urged JD Vance to shift focus from the Iran war to corruption and crime in Democratic-controlled areas; no specific measures were outlined.
- 10 min
- United States
Military / WarBehind The Veil
U.S. moves military aircraft from British base amid Iran threats
The U.S. has moved military aircraft from an unnamed British base amid threats from Iran. The number of aircraft and their destination were not reported.
- 8 min
- United Kingdom
Military / WarBehind The Veil
The Experts Are Taking Their Revenge Again
A November 9 dispatch argues that Washington disregarded intelligence during the Iran war and is facing the consequences.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarBehind The Veil
Is Hegseth the New Rumsfeld?
A Nov. 9 dispatch raises a comparison with Donald Rumsfeld and questions about congressional scrutiny, but cites no specific conflict or hearing.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
TIM GRAHAM: The blue wave brought a tidal wave of praise from TV networks
Tim Graham says ABC, CBS and NBC praised Democratic midterm winners, describing their coverage as a “tidal wave of praise.”
- 8 min
- United States
Military / WarBehind The Veil
How a Soldier’s Beating Helped Desegregate the Military – Mother Jones
A Mother Jones account revisits a police beating that blinded a returning WWII soldier and Orson Welles’ live radio inquiry into the case.
- 9 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Levin: Alaska ‘Decoy Dan’ an Effort ‘to Steal the United States Senate from the American People’
On Fox News Friday, Levin called an Alaska figure “Decoy Dan” and alleged an effort to “steal” the U.S. Senate.
- 9 min
- United States
Military / WarBehind The Veil
Marlow: The GOP Is Losing the Messaging War; Here’s How They Win
On his show, Marlow critiques GOP messaging ahead of the midterms. The available excerpt does not establish his full recommendation or its impact.
- 10 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
The Hague Group: South Africa Leads Coalition Against U.S./Israel’s “Unilateral Bullying” of the ICC
Coalition challenges U.S.-Israel pressure on the ICC, urging states and civil society to defend the Court’s independence during UN week in New York.
- 8 min
- Netherlands
Military / WarBehind The Veil
More Republicans are breaking from Trump. Is it too little, too late?
More Republicans break from Trump on Iran, tariffs, immigration—moves that may soften rhetoric and shape markets and diplomacy from Tehran’s vantage.
- 8 min
- Iran
Military / WarBehind The Veil
In photos: Key takeaways from day one of the UN General Assembly
World leaders opened the UNGA in New York with speeches on wars, aid access, cease-fires, and AI governance, setting the tone for talks this week.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
The United Nations looks broken. Is it?
World leaders meet in New York to tackle security, humanitarian strain, and reform, with outcomes judged on implementable frameworks over grand statements.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
The great local government shake-up
Ministers halt devolution deals and boundary changes, delaying governance reforms as reviews continue and councils await next steps.
- 8 min
- England
Military / WarBehind The Veil
9/11 changed the U.S.; Can we change back?
On the 25th anniversary, a New York dispatch weighs whether the U.S. can unwind post‑9/11 norms and pursue oversight, transparency, and balanced security.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump: Iran Regime ‘Getting Weaker and Weaker by the Day’
Trump says Iran’s regime is weakening amid tensions and economic strain. Tehran’s response could sway regional risk, markets, and deterrence signals.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Exclusive: Vietnam Veteran Praises Trump's Leadership as 'Gift from God'
At a Tehran event on Aug. 28, 2026, a Vietnam War veteran praised Donald Trump as a “gift from God,” reflecting U.S.–Iran tensions and partisan reactions.
- 8 min
- Iran
Military / WarBehind The Veil
NATO needs to learn from Ukraine without copying its acts of desperation, commander says
In Kyiv, a Western commander says NATO should adopt Ukraine’s innovations while rejecting desperation, pushing disciplined doctrine and safer training.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarBehind The Veil
Pinkerton: What We Can Learn from History as We Enter Cold War 2
James Pinkerton’s history lesson flags rising subversion, espionage, and tech theft as DC debates counterintelligence, trade, and data safeguards.
- 8 min
- United States
World TradeBehind The Veil
Trump trade chief warns Canada walked away from 'the best deal' to trigger 50% U.S. tariffs
USTR Jamieson Greer says Canada left talks on a “best deal,” warning 50% U.S. tariffs could follow, escalating trade tensions and supply chain risks.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Because He Is an American: Dr. Gorka Recounts Rescue of U.S. Marine Robert Gilman from Captivity in Russia
On Aug. 15, 2026, Gorka detailed efforts to free Marine Robert Gilman, linking Washington decisions to actions in Russia amid tense U.S.–Russia ties.
- 8 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to what the Senate did and didn’t do overnight
Late vote in Washington secures Blanche as Attorney General, but spending and policy packages slip to post-recess talks amid tightened timelines.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Rep. Haley Stevens on Israel, the Democratic Party and PAC money
In Jerusalem, Rep. Haley Stevens discusses Israel policy, PAC donations, and Democratic Party debates as her Senate primary intensifies.
- 8 min
- Israel
Military / WarBehind The Veil
How George Soros and Socialism Caused the Invasion of Spain
Breitbart’s Alex Marlow spotlights Spain’s migration debate, airing unverified claims amid broader discourse on security, governance, and public opinion.
- 8 min
- Spain