Scoop: Lutnick volunteers to testify on Epstein ties "I have done nothing wrong and I want to set the record straight." Axios · Mar 3
Kristi Noem under fire for $300 million DHS jet spending amid border funding fight Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces criticism for allegedly spending over $300 million on three private luxury jets, diverting funds intended for border security. The purchase, including a Boeing 737 Max 8, has drawn sharp condemnation from Democrats and watchdog groups, who question the necessity and legality of the expenditure… The Times of India · Mar 3
Iranian Council Slated to Select Next Supreme Leader Obliterated By Isreali Strike Israel has bombed Iran's Council of Experts in an effort to disrupt the process meant to appoint a new supreme leader International Business Times · Mar 3
Oil prices surge as Trump team readies to "mitigate" costs Crude oil prices are at their highest levels since the military campaign against Iran after climbing again overnight and Tuesday morning. Axios · Mar 3
Inside the $64 million midterm civil war infuriating Democratic Party leadership A staggering 30 House Democrats have at least one primary challenger who has raised $100,000 or more. Axios · Mar 3
DOJ backs down in legal fight with law firms Trump targeted The DOJ's decision to withdraw its appeals "makes permanent" the rulings of 4 judges that the executive orders targeting law firms ... were unconstitutional," Jenner & Block said Axios · Mar 3
U.S. cities step up security measures amid Iran tensions FBI director Kash Patel instructed federal counterterrorism and intelligence to "mobilize all assisting security assets needed." Axios · Mar 2
Trump delivers Iran messaging through exclusive interview spree Trump is communicating his Iran intentions when, how and to whom he wants. Axios · Mar 2
Iran attack on giant Saudi refinery pushes up oil prices "The attack on Saudi Arabia's Ras Tanura refinery marks a significant escalation," one analyst said. Axios · Mar 2
Defense Officials Undercut 'Imminent Threat' Narrative, Say Iran Had No Pre-Strike Plans Against US Senior defence officials challenge the Trump administration's claims of an imminent threat from Iran, raising political and legal questions. International Business Times UK · Mar 2
GOP insiders fretting about Texas Senate primary Competitive races in both parties' primaries Tuesday — and the national headwinds facing Republicans — have blown up all assumptions. Axios · Mar 2
Iran conflict spurs early oil price surge It's the first sign of how markets are digesting the potential for supply disruptions. Axios · Mar 2
It's AOC or bust for far-left Democrats in 2028 Far-left Democrats see no clear alternative to carry forward Bernie Sanders' wing of the party. Axios · Mar 1
How Trump's Iran gamble is different than past regime overthrows The Iraq War and the Venezuela raid loom large over Trump's Iran gamble. Axios · Feb 28
Fortune · Feb 28 Trump says U.S. will bomb Iran uninterrupted 'as long as necessary' to achieve peace in Mideast and the world after confirming Khamenei's death Trump signaled even more expansive ambitions and longevity for his attacks on Iran.
The Times of India · Feb 28 Donald Trump says he has ‘off ramps’ from Iran campaign, signals shorter operation President Trump revealed "off ramps" for Operation Epic Fury, suggesting a swift end or prolonged engagement against Iran. He cited failed nuclear talks and decades of Iranian aggression as reasons for the strikes. The operation, which targeted nuclear facilities, aimed to degrade Iran's capabilities and potentially lead to regime change.
Latin Times · Feb 28 Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Killed In Airstrike On Tehran, Iranian Media Confirms Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has been killed in an attack in Tehran, Israeli media reported on Saturday.
Axios · Feb 28 Reluctant MAGA demands swift results from Trump in Iran Despite reservations, many in the MAGA sphere said a swift victory in Iran could ease their concerns.
Axios · Feb 28 Exclusive: Trump floats "off ramps" after attacking Iran "I can go long and take over the whole thing, or end it in two or three days..."
The Guardian - US · Feb 28 ‘Are you willing to fight back?’: Democrats ready to take on party’s old guard ahead of midterms After Zohran Mamdani’s upset, a new wave of challengers targets incumbents, driven by fury at Donald Trump
Axios · Feb 28 Democratic divides erupt after Trump strikes Iran The fracture could spell defeat for a resolution meant to restrict Trump's war powers on Iran.
Reason · Feb 28 Trump and Israel Start the Iran War The war is aimed at regime change, has spread across the Middle East, and was started without the consent of the American people.
Axios · Feb 28 Trump strikes Iran again. Why presidents skip Congress to use military force Only Congress can declare war, but presidents have repeatedly ordered military force without authorization.
Axios · Feb 28 Israel targets Khamenei, top leaders in bid to bring down Iran's regime "The goal is to create all the conditions for the downfall of the Iranian regime..."
Axios · Feb 28 Trump says he "ended DEI." Courts disagree From education to environmental justice, judges are keeping the president's "anti-woke" agenda at bay.