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March 26

Hegseth defends Trump Iran strikes, demands media ‘get it right’

War Secretary Pete Hegseth said U.S. operations against Iran have targeted military infrastructure and naval assets, describing the campaign as focused on defined objectives, during a Cabinet meeting.

March 26

Why Trump, Iran seem light-years apart on any possible deal to end the war

Trump claims Iran peace talks are going "very good," but Iranian officials flatly deny any deal is possible, calling U.S. claims a self-negotiated defeat.

March 23

Why a judge eviscerating the Pentagon rules for censoring and punishing journalists is a victory for the press

A federal judge overturned Pentagon press restrictions that evicted major news outlets, ruling the policy violated First Amendment press freedom rights.

March 21

Warren warned Hegseth's tattoo made him a potential 'threat' — now she backs candidate with Nazi-linked ink

Sen. Elizabeth Warren endorsed Maine Democrat Graham Platner despite his Nazi-linked tattoo after she once questioned Hegseth over his Christian tattoos.

March 20

Federal judge rules Pentagon policy restricting press access unconstitutional, hands victory to New York Times

The New York Times is touting a victory after a federal judge ruled in its favor in a lawsuit against the Pentagon claiming its press policy violated the First and Fifth Amendments.

March 20

Iran conflict won’t trigger Biden-style refugee replay, expert predicts

An immigration expert says Iran's instability is unlikely to trigger a Syrian- or Afghan-style refugee surge, as the Trump admin signals no intake plan.

March 20

Media under fire: Journalists keep questioning Iran war as Hegseth calls them ‘unpatriotic’ and ‘anti-Trump’

War Secretary Pete Hegseth slams media coverage of Iran conflict as "dishonest" while President Donald Trump reportedly rebukes Israeli allies over gas field bombing.

March 19

CBS News' Margaret Brennan accused of mocking people of faith after Pete Hegseth's prayer remarks

CBS News anchor Margaret Brennan drew backlash after posting on X about Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's call to pray for troops in Jesus Christ's name.

March 19

Mystery drones fly near DC-area military base as Iran tensions escalate

Unidentified drones were reportedly detected near Fort McNair military base in Washington D.C., where top officials reportedly have been housed, sparking security concerns.

March 19

Pentagon seeks at least $200B from Congress for Iran war

The Pentagon is preparing a funding request for roughly $200 billion to sustain Iran war operations, replenish depleted munitions and support continued military action.