The Mojtaba mystery: CIA searches for signs of Iran's new leader "We don't think the Iranians would have gone through all this trouble to choose a dead guy as the supreme leader." Axios · Mar 21
Chávez celebrations halted as allegations reshape legacy The labor rights leader is accused of sexually abusing little girls and young women. Axios · Mar 21
Trump considers "winding down" Iran war without opening Hormuz Strait This would end the U.S. war effort, but not the global energy crisis the war created. Axios · Mar 20
4 pivotal questions that could define the Iran war's next phase A major question surrounding the war right now is what happens to the Strait of Hormuz. Axios · Mar 20
U.S. seeks billions from Harvard in alleged antisemitism suit Officials argue the university showed "deliberate indifference" over harassment of Jewish and Israeli students. Axios · Mar 20
Global trade grew in 2025 despite Trump tariffs, two reports show The WTO's latest global trade outlook finds 4.6% growth in global goods trade last year. Axios · Mar 20
"He needs to go": Fetterman's fellow Democrats rage over his vote on Mullin for DHS "Pennsylvanians deserve a Senator that actually fights for them," said one House Democrat. Axios · Mar 20
White House releases Trump's national AI plan and framework The four-page framework calls on lawmakers to limit states' ability to set their own rules. Axios · Mar 20
Trump mulls risky Kharg Island takeover to force Iran to open strait Such a ground operation would put U.S. troops more directly in harm's way. Axios · Mar 20
AOC is not ruling out endorsing primary challengers to fellow House Democrats The "Squad" member said she would only wade into primaries if a colleague "crosses some huge line." Axios · Mar 19
Scoop: Anthropic meets with House Homeland Security behind closed doors Anthropic is speaking with lawmakers on national security and AI as it sues the government over its "supply chain risk" designation. Axios · Mar 19
White House eyes Friday rollout for AI framework The White House is expected to send Congress its ideas for regulating AI on Friday, sources familiar with the matter told Axios. Axios · Mar 19
Pentagon: Anthropic's foreign workforce poses security risks The Defense Department is raising red flags about a key element of the AI industry — its reliance on global talent. Axios · Mar 19
Comey subpoenaed in alleged "grand conspiracy" against Trump The former FBI director and other targets have called the investigation political persecution. Axios · Mar 19
Axios · Mar 19 Why high beef prices are driving more Americans to steakhouses Grocery prices, especially for beef, are reshaping how people consume one of the most expensive proteins.
Axios · Mar 19 White House says it's not planning oil or gas export restrictions Restricting exports would represent a sea change after years of expanding shipments.
Axios · Mar 19 The U.S. weighs lifting Iranian oil sanctions to keep price in check Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says that the U.S. may unsanction Iranian oil on the water.
Axios · Mar 19 Seven U.S. allies back potential Strait of Hormuz coalition The U.K. led the charge, but the statement is only symbolic for now.
Axios · Mar 19 States challenge "broadcast behemoth" mega-merger President Trump has endorsed the mega-merger.
Axios · Mar 19 Mullin scores committee approval to head DHS Chair Rand Paul voted "no, while Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) voted in favor.
Axios · Mar 19 Hegseth on seeking $200 billion for Iran war: "That number could move" Such a massive request would face stiff opposition on the Hill.
Axios · Mar 19 D.C.'s hottest ticket: Trump's UFC fight night Donors, lobbyists, members of Congress and well-connected fans are clamoring for tickets.
Axios · Mar 19 Scoreboard on every street: Gas heads for $4 per gallon due to Iran war The most visible barometer for many Americans of how it's going in Iran may well be the price posted at the gas station down the street.
Axios · Mar 19 Scoop: How the left plans to start winning Democratic primaries again Progressive groups and lawmakers plan to exert more pressure on left-leaning candidates to coalesce.
Axios · Mar 19 After Tehran strikes, Trump says Israel won't attack Iran gas fields anymore Trump's comments came hours after he green-lit an Israeli strike on Iran's main natural gas facility.