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Battle to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Begins With US Air Strikes, Allies Deploying Apaches
U.S. jets and allied Apaches have begun targeting Iranian vessels and drones in the Strait of Hormuz as coalition efforts intensify to restore maritime flow.
America’s Aging Oil Refinery Infrastructure Sees Renewal Under Trump: Industry Experts
‘We have a recognition that we haven’t built anything in a long time, and we’ve lost the muscle capacity,’ energy economist Trisha Curtis says.
Key Takeaways From Intelligence Chiefs’ Testimony Before Congress
Officials warned of ongoing threats from cartels, Islamist terrorism, Iran, and Chinese Communist Party activity inside the United States.
Fetterman Says He Was ‘Shocked’ When Biden Lifted Title 42, Calls Border a ‘Serious Failure’ for Democrats
The Senate Democrat said he still does not know why the Biden administration ended the pandemic-era border policy, which he publicly opposed lifting in 2022.
California Moves to Rename Cesar Chavez Day Before March 31 Holiday
Several other holidays and events were canceled after accusations of sexual assaults surfaced against the civil rights leader.
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Questions Swirl Over Renewal of Surveillance Powers Law
Some lawmakers do not support a clean, 18-month reauthorization of FISA’s Section 702, worrying past reforms are not enough to protect Americans’ rights.
Indiana Online Transparency Tool Makes Teachers Think Twice, State AG Says
Other states hesitate to implement their own Eyes on Education portal because of potential pushback or litigation.
Eight States Sue to Block $6.2 Billion Nexstar–Tegna Deal
The proposed deal had drawn support from President Donald Trump, who said it would benefit competition against national networks.
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US Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Probe CCP’s ‘Foreign Malign Influence’
‘The Chinese Communist Party is waging a quiet war on American influence, and most people have no idea how far it has reached,’ Rep. Pat Harrigan said.
Middle East Analyst Sees No Relief in Fuel Costs, Expects ‘Military Action’ Soon in Hormuz Strait
A veteran market monitor says that among the emergency measures being mulled by the Trump administration could be ‘some kind of military action.’
Senator Calls on Federal Health Authorities to Review China’s Role in US Drug Trials
Sen. Rick Scott flags Bioheng, a China-based company conducting clinical trials in the United States.
US Exempts 4 Drone Models From Import Ban
The FCC granted conditional approvals to select systems deemed low risk while restrictions on Chinese manufacturers remain in force.
Friends, Family Honor Soldier Killed in Iran War
The remains of Captain Cody Khork of the U.S. Army Reserve came home to Winter Haven, Florida, where thousands of people attended his funeral procession.
US Imposing $15,000 Visa Bond for Recipients From 12 More Countries
The money will be returned to visitors who comply with the terms of their visa. The bond program already applies to 38 countries.
DHS Nominee Mullin Calls for Funding to Be Restored in Confirmation Hearing
Republicans and Democrats disagree on Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection.
Tennessee Minors Sue Musk’s xAI, Alleging Grok Generated Sexually Explicit Images of Them
Plaintiffs allege their real images were digitally altered into explicit content.
Democratic Field Set for 2026 House Races in Illinois
The primary winners are widely expected to have an advantage in the general election in November.
New Book ‘Killed to Order’ Seeds Movement to Counter CCP
‘Killed to Order: China’s Organ Harvesting Industry and the True Nature of America’s Biggest Adversary’ by Jan Jekielek was released on March 17.
US Allowing Iranian Ships Through Strait of Hormuz, Treasury Secretary Says
‘We want the world to be well supplied,’ Bessent said.
Judge Blocks New CDC Vaccine Schedule: What to Know
Officials said they would quickly appeal.
