Morgan Phillips

MILITARY 57 mins ago

McChrystal slams Pentagon focus on anti-DEI and 'biceps' as a distraction

McChrystal challenges Pentagon's anti-DEI focus, supports inclusive military meritocracy, and calls for a national character conversation amid book promotion.

Harvard Crimson 3 hours ago

Harvard University's alleged ties to Chinese paramilitary group, Iran-backed research spark GOP probe

Lawmakers question Harvard's collaborations with Chinese paramilitary and Iranian-funded researchers, citing potential violations of U.S. sanctions and security risks.

Russia 9 hours ago

Trump to call Putin in a bid to end Russia's 'bloodbath' war with Ukraine

President Donald Trump will call Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday in a renewed bid to negotiate a ceasefire after talks between Russian and Ukrainian officials over the weekend in Turkey.

Pentagon 10 hours ago

Republicans demand probe into DOD’s taxpayer-funded charges at casinos, bars and nightclubs

Sen. Joni Ernst and Rep. James Comer urge GAO review of federal charge card misuse, highlighting systemic oversight failures and risky transactions at the Department of Defense.

Cybercrime 10 hours ago

Is America's power grid ready for next attack? Experts warn EMPs, cyber threats and AI could cripple US

The U.S. faces threats from EMPs, cyberattacks and AI, with experts warning of unpreparedness for infrastructure disruptions and the need for strategic defenses.

Immigration 3 days ago

DHS open to Duck Dynasty producer's pitch for immigrant-based reality show: 'Happy to review'

DHS is considering a reality show pitched by a 'Duck Dynasty' producer that would feature immigrants competing for U.S. citizenship, exploring American culture and patriotism.

Afghanistan 3 days ago

'Afghans for Trump' group feels abandoned after administration revokes refugee protections

The DHS ends TPS for Afghans, claiming improved conditions, but activists argue Taliban threats persist. President Donald Trump urged to rethink decision amid deportation fears.

Pentagon 4 days ago

US military would be unleashed on enemy drones on the homeland if bipartisan bill passes

New legislation seeks to expand drone defense capabilities at U.S. military bases, following unauthorized drone activity over Langley Air Force Base in 2023.

Donald Trump 5 days ago

Republicans urge Trump to follow through on his plan to dismantle Iran's nuclear capabilities

Iran should not be allowed to enrich uranium even for energy purposes, House and Senate Republicans tell President Donald Trump in a new letter as the president visits the Middle East.

Donald Trump 5 days ago

Trump considers joining Russia-Ukraine negotiations in Turkey, unclear if Putin will show

President Donald Trump may join in on Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Turkey on Thursday, as the world awaits to see if Russian President Vladimir Putin will show up.

Middle East 5 days ago

Trump visits Qatar as country's jet offer puts spotlight on nation's growing influence in Washington

The U.S. has grown closer to Qatar in recent years, so much so that the tiny nation has been at the forefront of high-stakes peace negotiations between global powers.

Syria 5 days ago

Trump asks Syria to join Abraham Accords, normalize ties with Israel in return for sanctions relief

President Donald Trump laid out a number of asks of Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, including to fully normalize relations with Israel under Abraham Accords in exchange for sanctions relief.

Donald Trump 6 days ago

Trump says he'll drop sanctions on Syria in move to normalize relations

President Donald Trump announced during a speech in Saudi Arabia that he will lift sanctions on Syria and meet with the country’s new president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, on Wednesday.

Donald Trump 6 days ago

Trump targets massive investments in first Middle East trip

President Donald Trump tours Persian Gulf allies to push $2T in deals, counter Iran and revive U.S. influence amid Gaza war, nuclear tensions.

Pentagon May 12

Pentagon ceases gender transition treatments as it moves to boot trans troops

The Defense Department is ending all gender transition treatments for trans troops as it moves to remove them from the military.

South Africa May 12

White South African refugees brought to US due to ‘government-sponsored racial discrimination': State Dept

A President Donald Trump executive order has brought dozens of White South Africans to the U.S. as refugees, amid claims of racial persecution and backlash from the South African government.

Donald Trump May 12

Trump strains relationship with Netanyahu as Middle East policy increasingly isolates Israel

President Donald Trump heads to the Middle East for peace deals and business negotiations, even as tensions allegedly rise with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

JD Vance May 9

Vance says India-Pakistan conflict ‘none of our business’ as Trump offers US help

Vice President JD Vance said the United States cannot tell India or Pakistan to lay down their arms in a renewed conflict, saying it is "fundamentally none of our business."

MILITARY May 9

Hegseth orders deadline for trans service members to leave military: 'Out at the DOD'

Transgender service members were given 30 to 60 days to leave the military under a new Pentagon policy, following the Supreme Court’s decision to allow the ban to take effect.

Iran May 8

GOP senators: Congress should vote on Trump's potential Iran nuclear deal

GOP Sens. Cotton and Graham say any Iran nuclear deal should win Senate approval and demand Iran end uranium enrichment, missile development and support for terrorism.

Marco Rubio May 8

One-man Cabinet: Marco Rubio went from rival to Trump's point man, but can he handle it?

Secretary of State Marco Rubio now holds four top roles in the Trump administration, raising questions about power, trust – and whether one man can do it all.

China May 7

China's spying in Cuba sparks alarm on Capitol Hill after fresh satellite images show surveillance buildup

GOP lawmakers seek answers on China’s suspected surveillance site in Cuba, warning it could monitor U.S. military and disrupt communications in a crisis.

Middle East May 6

White House calls Yemen ceasefire a 'WIN' – experts warn Houthis may not hold the line

While Trump portrayed the ceasefire as a straightforward military win, experts say the path to this moment was built on deliberate diplomatic escalation with Iran.

Pentagon May 6

Dems grill Pentagon nominee Tata over past inflammatory remarks, calling Obama 'terrorist leader'

Democratic senators pressed Anthony Tata on inflammatory past remarks as he seeks key Pentagon role overseeing recruitment, readiness and personnel policy.

China May 6

China and Egypt wrap first joint military exercise as Beijing looks to cozy up to American allies

Egypt and China held their first joint military drills, testing Washington's ties with Cairo as Beijing expands its defense footprint in the Middle East.

India May 2

Pakistan warns of a 'nuclear flashpoint,' urges Trump to step in amid rising tensions with India over Kashmir

Pakistan warns of a looming Indian strike, slams “war hysteria" and urges the U.S. to step in as Kashmir tensions risk triggering a nuclear crisis in South Asia.

Armed Forces May 2

Top Senate Armed Services Republican says Trump OMB's budget 'shreds to the bone' military capabilities

Top Republican on the Armed Services Committee Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., accused OMB of trying to "shred to the bone" U.S. military capabilities" with new budget.

Defense Spending & Budget News May 2

Billions spent, warfighters wait: Inside the Pentagon’s broken buying system and the plan to fix it

The Army's tech chief laid out his plans to solve a decades-long problem at the Pentagon: acquisitions that lag behind technological changes and fail to modernize the military.

Iran May 1

Iran talks in Rome not happening this weekend and were never confirmed, State Department says

Nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran are not happening in Rome this weekend, and American officials never formally agreed to them, according to the State Department.

Pete Hegseth May 1

Hegseth orders sweeping Army overhaul and consolidation aimed at countering China and Golden Dome capabilities

Hegseth has launched major Army reforms to counter China, expand space and missile defenses, and implement Golden Dome strategy in push for faster, cheaper modernization.