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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
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
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump agrees to new bipartisan ethics provision in massive crypto bill, Republican senators say
Republican senators say Trump agreed to tougher ethics rules in a sweeping crypto bill, aiming to build cross-party support ahead of a key vote.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran war largely ignored at the Republican midterm convention
At the U.S. GOP midterm convention, leaders largely avoided Iran war specifics, favoring domestic themes as Trump and officials offered brief mentions.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Maverick Democratic Senator John Fetterman to appear by video at Trump's Republican convention, reports say
Sen. John Fetterman, a Democrat, is expected to appear by video at Trump’s Republican convention, signaling cross-party outreach on Middle East policy.
- 8 min
- Israel
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Marsha Blackburn Wins Tennessee Republican Gubernatorial Nomination
AP and Decision Desk call Blackburn the Republican nominee, reshaping Tennessee’s race and unifying party support ahead of November.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump-backed Ty Masterson wins Republican nomination for Kansas governor
NBC projects Trump-backed Kansas Senate president Ty Masterson as the GOP nominee, setting up a competitive gubernatorial race this fall.
- 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 / GovernmentThe Veil
Republican Party to host historic midterm convention in Dallas, Trump announces on Truth Social
Trump says the GOP will host a first-ever midterm convention in Dallas, a two-day summit to spotlight candidates, fundraising, and 2026 messaging.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Republican-led House passes war powers vote
Republican-led House vote seeks to halt U.S. operations against Iran, setting up a confrontation with the White House and pressuring Senate action.
- 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
Swing-district Republican breaks with Trump, pushes limits on Iran war
Rep. Tom Barrett, a Michigan Republican, introduced a resolution to authorize the Iran war through July while imposing strict limits and prohibiting nat
- 3 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
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Satellite images may have tipped off Iran before US base attack, top Republican warns
Rep. John Moolenaar says open-source imagery could have exposed U.S. aircraft before an Iranian strike, raising operational security concerns.
- 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
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Why Trump is wrong to call dissenting Republican justices an 'embarrassment' for voting against his tariffs
President Trump sounded off on the Supreme Court justices following a tariff ruling that struck a major blow to his agenda. Here's where he's going wrong.
- 6 min
- United States