Sen. Thom Tillis sharply criticized Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Monday, calling her leadership a “disaster” and faulting her for mishandling immigration enforcement and disaster response. The hearing, her first since the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti during the Minnesota crackdown, featured hostility from Tillis, Democrats, and skeptical Republicans, with criticism over costly DHS ad campaigns and perceived mismanagement. Noem defended her … Continue reading Tillis calls Noem’s leadership a “disaster” in fiery Senate hearing

During talks in Washington, DC, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged US President Donald Trump to develop a long-term strategy for the Middle East, stressing a “common approach” for the security of the US, Europe, and Israel. Trump praised Merz personally and described the US-Germany relationship as strong, while criticizing the UK and Spain for refusing to support US strikes on Iran. He announced plans to … Continue reading Trump and Merz discuss Iran, tariffs and Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron announced an increase in France’s nuclear warhead stockpile and pledged to defend the country’s “vital interests” without hesitation. Speaking from a ballistic-missile submarine base in Brittany, he said France would no longer disclose the size of its nuclear arsenal. Macron emphasized that any use of France’s nuclear weapons would be unavoidable for potential adversaries. The country currently has an estimated 290 … Continue reading Macron orders nuclear warhead increase and unveils ‘forward deterrence’ plan for Europe

President Donald Trump has criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for refusing to support U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, saying the “relationship is obviously not what it was.” Starmer defended his stance, emphasizing that the UK would only allow bases to be used for defensive purposes to protect allies, citing lessons learned from Iraq and the need for lawful, well-planned actions. Trump compared Starmer unfavorably to … Continue reading Trump rebukes Starmer over UK refusal to back strikes on Iran

President Donald Trump threatened to cut all U.S. trade with Spain after the country refused to allow American forces to use its bases for strikes on Iran. Trump also criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for denying access to Diego Garcia and RAF Fairford, citing past mistakes in Iraq. The U.S. launched Operation Epic Fury alongside Israel using naval and air assets across the Middle … Continue reading Trump threatens to cease all trade with Spain

President Donald Trump vowed to “avenge” the deaths of three U.S. service members as the conflict with Iran intensifies across the Middle East. In a video statement, he offered condolences to the families of the fallen, warned that more casualties are likely, and emphasized strong U.S. and Israeli resolve. The strikes that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and senior Iranian officials have triggered Iranian missile and … Continue reading Trump pledges to ‘avenge’ fallen US service members as tensions with Iran intensify

Congressional reactions to the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran have largely split along party lines, with Republicans supporting the operation and Democrats questioning the strategy and urging congressional approval. Lindsey Graham said the U.S. should not put boots on the ground and that eliminating Ayatollah Ali Khamenei serves America’s interest in countering state-sponsored terrorism. Democrats were divided: Ro Khanna argued Americans are not safer despite Khamenei’s … Continue reading Republicans praise U.S. strikes on Iran as Democrats question strategy

Congressional efforts to restrict President Donald Trump from taking further military action against Iran without legislative approval have intensified after the U.S. and Israel launched Operation Epic Fury. Lawmakers plan votes this week on war powers resolutions requiring Trump to seek Congressional authorization for continued military engagement, citing the Constitution and the 1973 War Powers Resolution. Democratic leaders like Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries urged … Continue reading Lawmakers stress new urgency around war powers votes after Iran strikes

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has reversed his earlier decision and will allow the U.S. to use British bases for “defensive” missions targeting Iranian missile capabilities. Starmer said destroying missiles at their storage sites or launchers is the only way to stop the threat amid rising risks to British military, civilian, and commercial interests in the Middle East. The U.S. requested permission for these specific … Continue reading Starmer says he will give US permission to use UK bases for Iran missions