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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran’s president strikes a defiant tone at U.N. after Trump threats
Iran’s president rejects external pressure in U.N. address, aiming to rally allies as U.S.–Iran tensions rise and diplomats weigh risks for talks and tr...
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
18 suspects in killing of Haiti's president being extradited to Florida for trial
Eighteen suspects in Jovenel Moïse’s killing are being sent to Florida, moving the U.S. case toward trial amid cross-border legal coordination.
- 6 min
- Haiti
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
A look inside program giving future Nat Sec experts 5-year head start amid evolving threats: ‘Ready day one’
New program pairs students with U.S. agencies on live policy and AI, aiming a five-year head start for “ready day one” roles starting in 2026.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Security expert hails Trump's Greenland pact as a 'big deal' on par with Alaska purchase
Security analyst likens U.S.-Denmark Greenland accord to Alaska purchase, citing curbs on Russian and Chinese basing and investment in the Arctic.
- 7 min
- Greenland
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump Weighs Return to Major Iran Strikes: ‘I Have a Big Decision Coming Up’
From Washington, Trump says a “big decision” is near on resuming large-scale U.S. strikes on Iran, raising risks for regional security and markets.
- 8 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Top Democrat places hold on Trump administration’s plan to sell heavy bombs to Israel
House Foreign Affairs Democrat places hold on heavy munitions sale, delaying review and prompting scrutiny of use, terms, and humanitarian safeguards.
- 7 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Vance positions himself as a fighter for family values and a ‘national birthright’
In Dallas, Vice President JD Vance highlighted his young family to frame a values-first agenda and link personal biography to social policy aims.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Sen. John Fetterman makes a surprise cameo praising Republicans at the GOP convention
Democrat Sen. John Fetterman lauds Trump and Sen. McCormick in a surprise RNC cameo, elevating debate over the U.S. Steel–Nippon Steel proposal.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump calls for a Bombardier plane ban, drawing pushback from a GOP senator
Trump proposes banning Bombardier aircraft sales in the U.S., prompting GOP pushback and raising trade, airline, and legal questions in Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow mail-in ballot restrictions to move forward for a third time
Administration petitions the U.S. Supreme Court to temporarily reinstate mail-in ballot restrictions for a third time, pressing the emergency docket.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
What a Nile crocodile case means for Trump’s DC building projects
5-4 decision upholding Trump’s White House ballroom may speed DC approvals, narrow injunctions, and shift strategies for preservation and access fights.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump turns to a dual economic and military approach in latest attempt to squeeze Iran
White House pivots to tighter sanctions and deterrent deployments targeting Tehran, raising Gulf uncertainty and testing alliances.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Vance defends Trump's AI post of Kharg Island bombing: "he's sending a message to the Iranians"
In Tehran, JD Vance backs Trump’s AI image of a Kharg Island bombing as deliberate messaging to Iran, igniting debate over AI in geopolitics.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Sen. Blumenthal urges House to pass Russia sanctions bill amid a "moment of extreme urgency" in Ukraine
Sen. Blumenthal presses the House to advance a Senate-backed Russia sanctions package, citing urgent support for Ukraine amid intensifying fighting.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
649 years ago, a prominent Muslim scholar warned us about Mayor Mamdani's ideas
Policy signal links Mamdani’s municipal grocery plan to Ibn Khaldun’s cautions on state overreach as New York weighs costs, access, and market impact.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
How Did Trump’s Trade Fight With Canada Go So Sideways?
Mixed messages and pressure tactics strained U.S.-Canada trade, unsettling supply chains as North Korea diplomacy signaled a stark contrast.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump loses bid to transfer New York hush money case to federal court
A federal judge rejected Trump’s bid to move the hush money case to federal court, keeping the Manhattan prosecution on track in New York state court.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Analysis-After six months, the Iran war has reached its endgame - a costly stalemate
After six months of strikes, the Iran–Israel war slows into a brittle stalemate, with high humanitarian costs, proxy risks, and fragile regional stability.
- 7 min
- Lebanon
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says US and Canada have a trade deal, but key terms remain unclear
Trump claims a US-Canada trade deal, pausing threatened 50% tariffs, but key terms and legal text are pending, leaving markets and policymakers wary.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran rejects ‘delusions’ after Trump says he wants the Strait of Hormuz to be a U.S. territory
Tehran dismisses Trump’s bid to label the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory, raising concerns over energy security and maritime freedom of navigation.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says he will soon declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory
In Washington, Trump said he may declare the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory, raising tensions amid Iran war and scrutiny of White House messaging.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
JD Vance Reacts to Karoline Leavitt’s Exit: ‘We’re Sad to See Her Go’
Vice President JD Vance praises departing press secretary Karoline Leavitt, signaling continuity as the White House prepares a communications reshuffle.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Graham replacement hopefuls make final pitches before special election: Iran war, DSA, Flock cams and more
Candidates to replace Sen. Graham spar over Iran policy, Flock cameras, AI data centers, and the filibuster as South Carolina voters weigh priorities.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
A timeline of Trump's threats and backtracks against Iran
CBS charts Trump’s threats toward Iran and later reversals, and how Tehran reads the mixed signals for deterrence, energy risks, and diplomacy.
- 7 min
- Iran