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Longtime immigration official David Venturella has been named interim head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, replacing acting director Todd Lyons.
May 13, 2026
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth asserted US dominance in the Strait of Hormuz amid questioning over the Pentagon's budget and the ongoing conflict in Iran.
President Trump dismisses reports of Iran’s missile capabilities as false, accusing the media of spreading misinformation.
An independent budget analysis reveals Trump's proposed 'Golden Dome' missile defense system could cost $1.2 trillion, far exceeding initial estimates.
The Dominican Republic reverses its stance, agreeing to take third-country migrants deported by the U.S. under a new agreement.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces bipartisan questioning on Capitol Hill as the Pentagon pursues a $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027.
Democratic lawmakers counter Trump's gas tax suspension plan with proposals targeting corporate profits and oil supplies.
Lawmakers press Pentagon officials for justification of the $1.5 trillion military funding request for fiscal year 2027.
Pentagon officials faced tough questions from lawmakers over a $1.5 trillion military funding request for FY2027.
Maritime safety in the Strait of Hormuz is increasingly uncertain as vessels bypass critical data-sharing protocols, raising risks for global trade routes.
Escalating tensions with Iran exacerbate economic strain on American households as costs outpace wage growth.
