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Missiles in the Shadows: Iran’s Alleged Plot to Take Down Trump

Missiles in the Shadows: Iran’s Alleged Plot to Take Down Trump

Iran allegedly placed operatives in the U.S. with access to surface-to-air missiles to target Trump’s plane, sparking serious national security concerns and potential retaliation.

Tyler Flores
Tyler Flores
SteelSteel
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President Trump Set to Sign Order Imposing 25% Tariffs On Steel and Aluminum

President Trump Set to Sign Order Imposing 25% Tariffs On Steel and Aluminum

President Trump set to announce 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum with Mexico, Canada, Brazil, South Korea and Germany the biggest targets.

Jason Belcher
Jason Belcher
WagesWages
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The Social Security Fairness Act: A Long-Overdue Win for Public Workers

The Social Security Fairness Act: A Long-Overdue Win for Public Workers

After decades of reduced benefits, retired teachers, police officers, and firefighters are finally seeing justice as the Social Security Fairness Act restores their full retirement payouts.

Tyler Flores
Tyler Flores
DOGEDOGE
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Union Files Lawsuits Amid Effort to Shutter CFPB, Provide DOGE Access to Records

Union Files Lawsuits Amid Effort to Shutter CFPB, Provide DOGE Access to Records

A union representing dozens of federal employees filed lawsuits on behalf of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in the growing efforts to shut down the agency.

Eric Moody
Eric Moody
Cyber WarfareCyber Warfare
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British Government Orders Apple to Provide Access to Encrypted Accounts

British Government Orders Apple to Provide Access to Encrypted Accounts

Apple has not responded to the reports of the British government’s demands beyond saying the company views privacy as a ‘fundamental human right.’

Jason Belcher
Jason Belcher
U.S. PoliticsU.S. Politics
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Israel-Hamas Prisoner Exchanges Continue Despite World Concern Over U.S.-Imposed Sanctions

Israel-Hamas Prisoner Exchanges Continue Despite World Concern Over U.S.-Imposed Sanctions

Israel and Hamas continued with prisoner releases Saturday as concerns grow from world leaders over U.S.-imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court.

Eric Moody
Eric Moody
RussiaRussia
Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania Cut Ties with Russia’s Power Grid

Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania Cut Ties with Russia’s Power Grid

Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania sever their connection to the Russian power grid and connect to the EU instead.

Jason Belcher
Jason Belcher
U.S. PoliticsU.S. Politics
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Trump Admin to Keep 611 USAID Essential Workers, as Unions File Suit

Trump Admin to Keep 611 USAID Essential Workers, as Unions File Suit

The Trump administration plans to keep 611 USAID workers out of the agency's 10,000 after thousands were placed on leave which has prompted legal challenges.

Eric Moody
Eric Moody
U.S. PoliticsU.S. Politics
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Trump’s Media Purge: Federal Contracts Canceled in One Day

Trump’s Media Purge: Federal Contracts Canceled in One Day

Trump’s swift cancellation of all federal media contracts expands on the Politico decision, cutting taxpayer funding to multiple outlets and reshaping government-media relations in a single day.

Tyler Flores
Tyler Flores
U.S. PoliticsU.S. Politics
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Trump vs. Chicago: The Sanctuary City War Begins

Trump vs. Chicago: The Sanctuary City War Begins

Trump's lawsuit against Chicago challenges its sanctuary policies, arguing they obstruct federal immigration enforcement. The case could reshape national immigration policy and funding for sanctuary cities.

Tyler Flores
Tyler Flores
AppleApple
New Apple iPhone Update Offers Promise of Starlink Satellite Access

New Apple iPhone Update Offers Promise of Starlink Satellite Access

Recent Apple iPhone software update offers the potential for Starlink satellite access, bringing new type of connectivity to smartphones.

Jason Belcher
Jason Belcher
U.S. PoliticsU.S. Politics
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3,000 Arrests in 3 Months: Tennessee’s Illegal Immigration Crisis Demands Action

3,000 Arrests in 3 Months: Tennessee’s Illegal Immigration Crisis Demands Action

Tennessee’s latest crime data reveals nearly 3,000 illegal immigrant arrests in just three months. What does it mean for public safety, law enforcement, and state policy?

Tyler Flores
Tyler Flores
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