Morgan Phillips

War With Iran 1 day ago

After the strikes, how would the US secure Iran’s enriched uranium?

War Secretary Hegseth declines to detail military plans for Iran's enriched uranium stockpile reportedly stored at Isfahan nuclear facility.

Donald Trump 1 day ago

Trump says defense giants will quadruple production of 'exquisite class' weapons after White House meeting

Trump met defense executives to accelerate weapons production as officials say U.S. has sufficient stockpiles for ongoing Iran military operations.

War With Iran 1 day ago

US signals readiness to escort tankers through Hormuz as traffic thins, but no mission has been launched

Trump and Energy Secretary Chris Wright signal the U.S. may escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz as shipping traffic drops, though a U.S. official says no mission is underway.

War With Iran 2 days ago

Hegseth blasts Brits, says Iran's chaotic retaliation has driven its own allies 'into the American orbit'

War Secretary Hegseth says Iran's strikes on Gulf neighbors backfired, driving regional allies into the U.S. orbit as CENTCOM prepares a major firepower surge.

Europe 2 days ago

Macron vows nuclear arsenal boost as Europe turns to nukes amid rising global threats

France expands nuclear arsenal and ends transparency as Europe strengthens defense amid Russia threats. French President Macron declares "to be free, one needs to be feared."

Politics 3 days ago

Operation Epic Fury survives Senate challenge as Republicans close ranks behind Trump

Senate Republicans largely blocked a war powers resolution targeting President Donald Trump's ongoing military operations in Iran, despite lingering questions on what comes next.

War With Iran 3 days ago

Physicist lawmaker warns Iran could build ‘Hiroshima-style’ weapon, says US lacks uranium plan

Lawmakers raise alarm over interceptor shortages after U.S. forces reportedly used a quarter of global THAAD inventory defending against Iran's missile attacks.

War With Iran 3 days ago

Rubio says in ‘simple English’ Iran run by ‘lunatics,’ defends Trump strike as ‘right decision’

Secretary of State Marco Rubio defends Trump's Iran strikes, calling regime "lunatics" as administration targets military sites to prevent nuclear weapons.

Iran 4 days ago

US unleashes Operation Epic Fury, strikes 1,700 Iran targets in 72 hours

U.S. forces reportedly strike more than 1,700 targets across Iran in massive Operation Epic Fury campaign aimed at dismantling military infrastructure.

Donald Trump 4 days ago

Trump says Iran’s succession bench wiped out as Israeli strike hits leadership deliberations

Trump says U.S. military strikes eliminated Iran's leadership succession bench, raising questions about who will emerge to lead the Islamic Republic next.

War With Iran 5 days ago

Trump admin warned lawmakers Israel was 'determined to act with or without us' before massive Iran strikes

House Speaker Johnson defends U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran as defensive measure during congressional briefing, saying Israel was determined to act with or without support.

Iran 5 days ago

Trump: ‘I got him before he got me’ after killing Iran’s Supreme Leader

Trump says he authorized strike killing Iranian leader Khamenei before Tehran, Iran, could act on alleged assassination plots against him and officials.

Pete Hegseth 5 days ago

US surges forces to Middle East as Pentagon warns Iran fight ‘will take some time'

War Secretary Pete Hegseth discusses U.S. military operations against Iran as more American forces deploy to the Middle East in escalating campaign.

Iran 6 days ago

Sustained war with Iran could drain US missile stockpiles, test escalation control

U.S. officials say limited military strike against Iran is feasible, but sustained conflict complicated by missile defense shortages from Ukraine.

War With Iran February 28

Iran fires missiles at US bases across Middle East after American strikes on nuclear, IRGC sites

Iran launched missile and drone strikes on U.S. military sites across Middle Eastern countries Friday, retaliating after U.S.-Israeli attacks.

War With Iran February 28

If Khamenei falls, who takes Iran? Strikes will expose power vacuum — and the IRGC’s grip

As U.S. and Israeli strikes target Iran's top leaders, the question of succession looms large with no clear heir apparent to lead the Islamic Republic.

Politics February 27

Trump 'not happy' with Iran talks, hasn't made 'final decision' on US strikes

President Donald Trump expresses frustration with Iran, saying he's "not happy" with their unwillingness to meet U.S. demands amid speculation of possible strikes.

Iran February 27

Iran’s missile reach: What’s in range now — and how close they are to the US

Trump warns Iran missiles could "soon reach" U.S. as tensions escalate. Iran's current arsenal threatens American forces across Middle East bases.

China February 26

China expands space footprint in Latin America, raising military alarms in America’s backyard

U.S. lawmakers warn China's expanding space facilities across Latin America could significantly boost Beijing's military surveillance capabilities.

Iran February 26

Trump’s Iran ultimatum enters decisive stretch after State of the Union

Trump sets 10 day to 15 day deadline for Iran nuclear deal, backed by massive U.S. military buildup in Middle East. Negotiations continue as tensions escalate.

Donald Trump February 25

Trump blasts Omar, Tlaib as ‘lunatics,’ says ‘send them back’ after SOTU protests

Trump called Reps. Omar and Tlaib "lunatics" on Truth Social after they disrupted his State of the Union address with shouting and early departure.

Donald Trump February 25

The biggest omissions in Trump’s State of the Union — and why they matter in 2026

Trump's State of the Union promoted new policies on retirement savings and ethics while touting economic growth and border security achievements.

U.S. Defense & Military Politics February 24

Pentagon gives AI firm ultimatum: lift military limits by Friday or lose $200M deal

Pentagon gives Anthropic until Friday to remove military restrictions on Claude AI model or face contract termination and Defense Production Act.

France February 24

US, France move to steady ties after Paris restricts ambassador's access

U.S. and France are working to repair a diplomatic crisis after U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner's access was restricted over social media posts about an activist's death.

Iran February 24

Rubio, Ratcliffe to deliver classified Iran briefing to Gang of Eight ahead of Trump's State of the Union

Rubio and the CIA chief will brief Congress o tensions with Iran just hours before Trump's State of the Union address as nuclear talks resume Thursday morning.

Homeland Security February 23

Former Secret Service officials warn of low-tech threats facing Trump after latest Mar-a-Lago breach

Deadly Mar-a-Lago, Florida, shooting highlights President Donald Trump as "most threatened president in U.S. history," former Secret Service agents warn after latest security breach.

Artificial Intelligence February 23

Top AI firm alleges Chinese labs used 24K fake accounts to siphon US tech

Chinese AI labs allegedly used 24,000 fraudulent accounts to extract capabilities from Anthropic's Claude chatbot in coordinated "distillation" attacks.

State Department February 20

US to unveil platform aiming to bypass internet censorship in China, Iran and beyond

State Department launches Freedom.gov to promote secure internet access worldwide as America approaches its 250th anniversary, countering censorship.

Conflicts Defense February 20

What America’s most powerful warship brings to the Middle East as Iran tensions surge

The Pentagon is deploying USS Gerald R. Ford to Middle East, creating a rare dual-carrier presence as Iran tensions rise and military options expand.

Conflicts Defense February 19

Cambodian PM says Thai forces occupying disputed land despite Trump-brokered ceasefire

Trump's Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire is under strain with Thai forces allegedly occupy Cambodian territory, displacing 80,000 locals, according to officials.