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The combat forces would come from a brigade of about 3,000 soldiers capable of deploying anywhere in the world within 18 hours.
'Good' Iran Talks Ongoing, But Trump Offers Few Details
An early morning post from Trump soothed panicked markets, but the extent of any talks remains unclear.
'Not Losing' Has Different Meanings for Iran and U.S.
It's another asymmetrical 21st-century war, in which the enemy sees its survival as sufficient for victory.
Iran Fears Postponed Attack Is Merely Disaster Delayed
Some inside Iran believe threat was designed to divert attention from desire to seize islands in strait of Hormuz
Chicago Sanctuary Policies Claim Another Innocent Life
Chicago's sanctuary policies enabled an illegal immigrant to kill 18-year-old Loyola student Sheridan Gorman.
5 Questions About Deploying ICE Agents to Airports
My advice for air travelers: Keep showing up extra early at the airport, because ICE agents' presence probably won't make a positive difference.
Saving Our Elections Is Senate's No. 1 Job Right Now
Americans who believe voter verification is essential to free and fair elections need to contact senators now and let them know.
The Company Reviving the U.S. Rare Earth Industry
About a decade after he bought a shuttered rare earths mine that was, literally, partially underwater, MP Materials CEO James Litinsky has transformed his business into a pivotal player in America's national security.
Trump Has Given America Back Its Heroes
Donald Trump has given America back its heroes. In recent years, we have been taught to disparage the giants who made us who we are
Beware Escalation Traps in Iran
Trump needs an off-ramp.
A Deal With Iran on Nukes Alone Won't Cut It
Twenty-five days into Operation Epic Fury, it looks like a deal may be around the corner - though that remains up in the air at time of writing. Overnight, President Trump took to Truth Social to announce that the United States and Iran have been holding what he described as "very good and productive conversations" toward a "complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East." He ordered the Department of War to postpone any strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure for five days, and presented this as Tehran's final opportunity to "end its threats."
Britain Taken to Court Over New Censorship Laws
The government is trying to make criticism of Islam illegal.
Brian Doherty, 57, Dies; Chronicled Libertarians and Other Outsiders
Fascinated by the fringes, he wrote a definitive history of libertarianism and books about underground comics and the Burning Man festival.
Voice of America Journalists Sue, Saying Trump Officials Interfered in Coverage
The journalists said in the complaint that the administration was trying to force them to be a “mouthpiece” and that one official demanded “loyalty” if reporters wanted to “keep their jobs.”
For Western Oil Companies, War in Iran Means Bigger Profits, and Risks
American and European oil and gas companies are expected to earn a lot more as prices surge but are worried about the future.
ICE Agents Fan Out at Airports Across the U.S. Amid TSA Staffing Issues
The agents were sent to help understaffed T.S.A. teams manage long security lines. But early on Monday, it was unclear what impact they were having.
Trump Is Digging Up Washington. Can Lawsuits Stop the Bulldozers?
As the president develops plans to fundamentally alter the White House, the Kennedy Center and other sites, federal lawsuits are beginning to catch up.
It Will Take Resolve To See This Through in Iran
'Productive' Talks With Iran, Strikes Postponed for 5 Days
Iran warned that it would completely shut down the Strait of Hormuz and strike energy and water infrastructure across the Gulf.

