U.S. Defense & Military Politics - Page 174

January 7

FULL STEAM AHEAD: Navy secretary doubles down on what Trump is 'rightly' tired of

Navy Secretary John Phelan addresses a new class of battleships named after President Donald Trump, details timelines for shipbuilding and more on 'Special Report.'

January 7

San Diego sues to stop border barrier construction

San Diego sues federal government over alleged trespassing and razor wire construction on city land near Mexico border without consent or authority.

January 7

China bans military-use exports to key US ally as Taiwan tensions rise

China bans exports of dual-use goods to Japan, escalating tensions with key U.S. ally amid growing disputes over Taiwan and broader regional security concerns.

January 7

UK, France strike new Ukraine security pact as US takes lead in ceasefire enforcement

Coalition of the Willing signs Ukraine security agreement with U.S. support, establishing multinational force and ceasefire monitoring mechanism.

January 6

Seven US service members injured in Venezuela raid to capture Maduro, official says

Seven U.S. service members injured during alleged Venezuela operation to capture Nicolás Maduro, with five service members returned to duty.

January 6

Trump embraces US intervention in Venezuela, opens door to broader Latin America push

President Trump ordered U.S. forces to strike Venezuela and seize Nicolás Maduro, escalating U.S. military involvement and signaling a tougher approach toward Latin America.

January 6

White House says 'range of options,' including US military, on table as Trump renews push to acquire Greenland

The White House said Tuesday that President Trump considers acquiring Greenland a national security priority, confirming that the use of the U.S. military remains an option.

January 6

Rand Paul breaks with Trump on Venezuela, calls action ‘war’ as Senate prepares constitutional showdown

Sen. Rand Paul calls U.S. military action in Venezuela "war," challenging the Trump administration's authority as Senate debates war powers resolution.

January 6

Kelly FIRES BACK after Hegseth, Pentagon censure

Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., responds after the Pentagon formally censured him over a video urging service members to defy illegal orders.

January 5

Colombian President Petro threatens military response after Trump warns Colombia may be next target

Colombian President Gustavo Petro said Monday he would "take up arms" against the U.S. if it attacks his country. This after President Trump suggested Petro could be his next target.