Politics - Page 179

March 13

Trump vows relentless strikes on Iran as terror attacks rattle US

In a wide-ranging interview with Fox News’ Brian Kilmeade, President Trump addressed a string of recent terror attacks on U.S. soil and said the Pentagon is prepared to escalate strikes if Tehran widens the conflict or threatens the Strait of Hormuz.

March 13

Former DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson warns of elevated threat amid government shutdown

Former DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson discusses the current elevated threat environment, the need for full DHS funding, and concerns about naturalized citizens involved in terrorism. He stresses the non-partisan importance of funding homeland security.

March 13

DAVID MARCUS: Craven politics is the only excuse left for Dems refusing to fund DHS

Congressional Democrats allegedly continue blocking DHS funding despite key concessions, raising concerns about airport security during tensions.

March 13

Hegseth scolds CNN's 'unserious' report on Iran conflict, suggests Paramount owner should overhaul network

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth singled out CNN for its "unserious" report on the Iran conflict, suggesting its prospective new owner David Ellison will save the network.

March 13

Dan Hoffman on intelligence regarding Iran's Supreme Leader and Strait of Hormuz

Former CIA Chief of Station Dan Hoffman assesses intelligence on Iran's new supreme leader, speculating on his functionality and influence given the IRGC's power.

March 13

6 US service members aboard refueling aircraft after mid-air collision causes crash in Iraq

A U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq, killing all six crew members aboard. Officials say the loss was not due to hostile or friendly fire.

March 13

U.S. military taking 'decisive steps' against Iran, CENTCOM says

U.S. Central Command said Friday, March 13, 2026, that American forces are taking "decisive steps to neutralize Iran’s power projection capabilities" and released a video showing new airstrikes on Iranian military infrastructure.

March 13

Hegseth takes aim at CNN's Iran coverage: 'Fake news'

War Sec. Pete Hegseth addresses media coverage of Operation Epic Fury during a Pentagon press briefing.

March 13

'WATCH WHAT HAPPENS!': Trump issues OMINOUS warning to Iran

President Donald Trump said on Friday that the U.S. was 'totally destroying' and 'killing' Iran, warning to watch 'what happens to these deranged scumbags today.'

March 13

US, Israel 'picking targets as we choose' as forces decimate Iran, Hegseth says

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said U.S. forces are 'decimating the radical Iranian regime's military' in Operation Epic Fury.