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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's testimony before the House Armed Services Committee left lawmakers unconvinced on the administration's Iran strategy.
Apr 30, 2026
Rep. Ro Khanna challenges Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on the financial burden of the ongoing war in Iran.
Former President Trump praised Putin’s offer of a Victory Day ceasefire during a recent call, while Ukraine’s response remains pending.
Crude oil prices hit their highest level since 2022 amid reports the Trump administration is weighing military options against Iran.
President Trump weighs military options in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions with Iran and driving a spike in global oil prices.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before Congress, defending U.S. involvement in Iran amid a $1.5 trillion budget request.
Kim Jong Un confirms North Korean soldiers in Ukraine chose self-detonation to avoid capture, revealing grim tactics in Russia's war effort.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced he will stay on as a Fed governor, citing concerns over political interference in monetary policy.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth engaged in a heated exchange with Democratic lawmakers during a marathon hearing on US military strategy in the Iran war.
Congress passes a budget blueprint to allocate funds for ICE and resolve the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
President Trump will be briefed on new military options against Iran, including strikes and naval blockade strategies.
Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Kevin Lunday reports recent utility outages at several Coast Guard stations, warning of potential future disruptions as the DHS shutdown persists.
