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March 17

Trump reacts to top intel official's departure: 'Good thing he's out'

President Donald Trump reacts to resignation letter from National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent, insisting Iran was a threat to the world leading up to Operation Epic Fury.

March 17

NYC $30 minimum wage proposal pushed by Mamdani would 'obliterate' certain industries: expert warns

NYC council considers controversial $30 minimum wage proposal that has local businesses and economists warning of major economic consequences for workers.

March 17

EU pushes for end of Iran war in a manner where 'everybody saves face'

The European Union is reportedly consulting with Gulf countries about possible ways Iran, Israel and the U.S. could end the war in a manner where "everybody saves face."

March 17

Trump reacts to intel official's resignation over Iran

After the abrupt resignation of counterterror official Joe Kent, President Donald Trump said 'it's a good thing that he's out," because he said 'Iran is not a threat.'

March 17

Mamdani references 'genocide' of Palestinians during St. Patrick's Day event

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered remarks from Gracie Mansion on St. Patrick’s Day. (Credit: NYC Mayor's Office)

March 17

Journalist reveals he received death threats from gamblers betting on Iran war, pressuring him to alter report

A Times of Israel journalist was reportedly pressured by gamblers to alter his coverage of an Iranian missile strike after receiving multiple threats based on a Polymarket bet.

March 17

Boston celebrates 250th anniversary of British forces leaving in 1776

Boston marks the 250th anniversary of Evacuation Day. Douglas Kennedy reports on the Battle of Dorchester Heights and Henry Knox's pivotal role in moving 59 cannons that led to British forces abandoning Boston.

March 17

DC pipe bomb suspect claims Trump's Jan 6 pardon applies to him, filing to dismiss charges

Accused pipe bomber seeks dismissal under Trump's Jan. 6 pardons, claiming explosive devices planted at RNC and DNC qualify for presidential clemency.

March 17

TSA official warns smaller airports could shut down amid DHS funding crisis

TSA warns smaller airports may shut down as the DHS shutdown forces security workers to quit, with callout rates jumping from 2% to over 10% nationwide.

March 17

Alex Gray: Trump is putting ‘maximum pressure’ on Cuba amid energy crisis

Former White House NSC chief of staff Alex Gray discusses the nationwide blackout in Cuba due to an energy crisis, President Donald Trump’s foreign policy strategy and more on ‘America’s Newsroom.’