U.S. Defense & Military Politics - Page 5

Pete Hegseth February 6

Hegseth says National Guard members shot in DC ambush by Afghan national will receive Purple Heart

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced Purple Heart recognition for two West Virginia National Guard members, one killed and another recovering.

Defense Spending & Budget News February 6

Trump overhauls US arms sales to favor key allies, protect American weapons production

President Donald Trump signed ab executive order reshaping U.S. arms sales strategy, leveraging $300 billion in defense sales to prioritize allies and boost production.

Politics February 5

Trump calls family of Staff Sgt Ollis to confirm Medal of Honor award

President Donald Trump personally calls family of Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis to confirm their fallen son will receive Medal of Honor in emotional video.

VIDEO February 4

Sen Tom Cotton warns of China's bio-threat after discovery of secret Las Vegas biolab

Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., discusses the alarming discovery of a secret Chinese-linked biolab in Las Vegas containing dangerous pathogens on ‘The Ingraham Angle.’

Greenland February 4

Russia, China squeeze US Arctic defense zone as Trump eyes Greenland

Trump's Greenland focus highlights urgent Arctic security needs as Sen. Sullivan reveals new U.S. defenses against Sino-Russian threats in Alaska.

Iran February 4

US positions aircraft carriers, strike platforms across Middle East as Iran talks shift to Oman

U.S. military buildup escalates across Middle East as nuclear talks with Iran move to Oman

Iran February 4

Trump’s Iran threats face ‘Obama red line’ test as White House pivots to diplomacy

Trump threatens Iran with military action while pursuing diplomatic talks. Recent drone shootdowns escalate tensions as diplomatic summit approaches.

Pentagon February 4

Pentagon watchdog warns drone incursions require 'immediate attention' at US military bases

Pentagon report reveals military bases face daily drone incursions but lack clear authority to respond effectively, exposing critical security gaps.

Army February 3

White House approves Medal of Honor for fallen Army Staff Sgt Michael Ollis after yearslong push

The White House approved the Medal of Honor for fallen Army Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis, who died heroically shielding an allied soldier in Afghanistan suicide bombing.

World February 3

Iran pushes for Friday nuclear talks in Oman amid rising tensions with US forces: source

Iran requests nuclear talks with the U.S. in Oman as diplomatic efforts intensify amid escalating regional tensions and military buildup in the Middle East.

Media February 3

Temple University student who 'assisted Don Lemon' charged in federal church-storming case

Temple University senior Jerome Richardson faces federal charges for allegedly helping journalist Don Lemon with an anti-ICE protest in Minnesota.