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Slain LSU student Madison Brooks’ alleged rapist wants supporters banned from wearing pink at trial: report

August 4, 2026

Slain LSU student Madison Brooks’ alleged rapist wants supporters banned from wearing pink at trial: report

Desmond Carter's defense team filed a motion to ban pink clothing at his rape trial, arguing it could intimidate the jury and compromise a fair trial.

Is this Trump’s last ‘last chance’? Ceaseless string of broken ceasefires fuels doubt over Iran deal

August 4, 2026

Is this Trump’s last ‘last chance’? Ceaseless string of broken ceasefires fuels doubt over Iran deal

Trump calls diplomacy Iran's "last chance" after halting what he described as the biggest planned U.S. attack since World War II amid disputed talks.

Family mourns fallen soldier after receiving flag-draped casket

August 4, 2026

Family mourns fallen soldier after receiving flag-draped casket

The family of Staff Sgt. Michael Swinton received his casket after he died while disposing of a downed Iranian drone in Iraq. The 30-year-old Fort Bragg soldier received a water cannon salute at Fayetteville Regional Airport.

Trump warns Iran of 'last chance' to make a deal

August 4, 2026

Trump warns Iran of 'last chance' to make a deal

Former NSC director Rich Goldberg analyzes President Donald Trump's warning of a 'last chance' or 'decapitation' for Iran as geopolitical tensions rise.

NEW: CENTCOM releases audio from Iranian port blockade

August 4, 2026

NEW: CENTCOM releases audio from Iranian port blockade

U.S. Central Command has released audio of U.S. warships enforcing a blockade of ports in Iran following orders from President Donald Trump. The U.S. redirected 44 ships, disabled two vessels and boarded two others.

CENTCOM releases tense audio from Iranian blockade in Strait of Hormuz

August 4, 2026

CENTCOM releases tense audio from Iranian blockade in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Central Command releases dramatic audio of a confrontation in the Strait of Hormuz. Hudson Institute senior fellow Rebeccah Heinrichs discuss the escalating maritime tensions during 'America's Newsroom.'

Why Trump is downplaying reports Russia and China are helping Iran

August 4, 2026

Why Trump is downplaying reports Russia and China are helping Iran

Trump says he'll ask Putin directly about satellite imagery allegations as experts warn Russia and China are quietly aiding Iran against U.S. forces.

Trump warns Iran talks are 'last chance' to reach deal

August 4, 2026

Trump warns Iran talks are 'last chance' to reach deal

President Donald Trump issues a stern warning to Iran, calling upcoming negotiations their 'last chance' to reach an agreement. Reporter Trey Yingst details the rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

MORNING GLORY: President Trump’s triple bogey

August 4, 2026

MORNING GLORY: President Trump’s triple bogey

Trump ordered a major escalation of combat with Iran last weekend only to call it off via Truth Social, marking his second reversal on IRGC operations.

Trump issues ‘last chance’ warning to Iran

August 3, 2026

Trump issues ‘last chance’ warning to Iran

‘Special Report’ panelists assess President Donald Trump’s renewed calls for Iran to come to the negotiating table.