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US Military Hits Alleged Drug Trafficking Boat in Pacific With Lethal Kinetic Strike
U.S. Southern Command said, ‘Intelligence confirmed the vessel was transiting along known narco-trafficking routes in the Eastern Pacific.’
Pentagon Denies Restarting US Naval Escorts Through Strait of Hormuz
The denial came amid speculation that the U.S. military was reviving ‘Project Freedom’ to unblock shipping through the maritime choke point.
Biden Sues to Block DOJ Release of Audio Recordings From Biographer Interviews
The materials stemmed from private conversations that Biden had with ghostwriter Mark Zwonitzer in 2016 and 2017.
US Space Force Awards SpaceX $2.29 Billion Contract to Build Space Data Highway
The U.S. Space Force said SpaceX must deliver a fully operational prototype capability by the end of 2027.
US Selects Companies for Talks on Repurposing Cold War-Era Plutonium as Nuclear Fuel
The Energy Department advanced a plan to turn surplus weapons material into reactor fuel for advanced reactors.
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Paxton Defeats Cornyn in Texas GOP Senate Runoff
President Donald Trump shook up the race a week before the runoff by endorsing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over Sen. John Cornyn.
DOJ Sues UCLA for Allegedly Maintaining Hostile, Anti-Semitic Environment
The university is accused of breaching its federal funding contracts by allowing discrimination against Jewish students.
Medicaid Changes Emerge as Top Election Issue in California’s Central Valley
Republican-held congressional seat seen as ’toss up' district after partisan redistricting favoring Democrats.
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Vance Enlists Help From States in Fraud Crackdown
Vice President JD Vance and other federal leaders met with 15 state attorneys general on May 26 in Washington to better coordinate fraud-fighting efforts.
US Expects USMCA Trade Talks With Mexico to Include Tariffs
Negotiations with Canada could present challenges, the U.S. trade ambassador said.
Former Oil Executive Mealer Wins GOP Nomination for New Texas House Seat
Trump-endorsed Alex Mealer defeated Texas state Rep. Briscoe Cain to win the GOP primary in the new Congressional district.
Merged Federal Agency to Manage Massive Expansion in Proposed Offshore Oil Development
Democrats question how the Marine Minerals Administration’s trimmed staffing can ensure safety. Republicans wonder if it can keep pace with permitting demands.
Federal Government Floats NDAs for Employees in Leak Crackdown
‘Americans should be able to trust that their personal data and sensitive government information are being handled responsibly,’ an official said.
Texas AG Sues Discord for Deceiving Parents, Endangering Children
Discord is one of the ‘most efficient hunting grounds’ for grooming and predatory behavior directed at children, the lawsuit alleged.
Trump Honors 13 US Service Members Who Died in Iran Conflict on Memorial Day
The speech came after Trump announced over the past weekend that the United States and Iran are nearing a deal to end the conflict.
Hantavirus Situation Stable, WHO Chief Says
The WHO recently confirmed that the virus on an affected ship was the Andes variant, the only type of hantavirus capable of human-to-human transmission.
Inside America’s Educational Renaissance
‘We’re astounded by this growth. ... The word got out without us doing any publicity,’ said a founder of an international classical school network.
Rubio Calls India Key US Partner
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called India ‘one of our most important strategic partners in the world’ during his visit to the country.
Rubio to Join Foreign Ministers of Japan, Australia and India at Quad Meet in New Delhi
The grouping first came together after the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami to coordinate aid.
USTR Greer Says No Immediate Semiconductor Tariffs Planned, Emphasizes Sector Protection
The trade representative highlighted careful timing for any duties to support U.S. chip manufacturing resurgence.
Cuban Regime Faces Mounting Pressure as Calls for Change Grow
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the likelihood of reaching a diplomatic solution with the island’s leaders is low.
Trump Touts Tax Relief at Campaign Event in Swing New York District
The president promoted a tax deduction that he said would benefit residents of high-tax states at an event in New York’s Hudson Valley.
