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ICE Deports Chinese National Convicted of Drone Photography of Military Site
Shi entered the country on an F1 visa as an agricultural engineering graduate student.
Global Partnerships Play Key Role in US Ability to Deter China–Taiwan Conflict: Experts
The United States benefits from like-minded partners who all face risks in a Chinese conflict, said retired Gen. Charles Flynn.
US Appeals Court Lifts Block on Trump Executive Order Targeting Federal Union
The appeals court’s majority said the union had failed to show that it would suffer the type of irreparable harm that would justify the preliminary injunction.
Vatican Could Serve as Venue for Ukraine Cease-Fire Talks, Rubio Says
The U.S. state secretary says the Vatican would not act as a peace broker but would provide a place that both sides would be comfortable going.
Microsoft Sold AI to Israeli Military for Hostage Search and Rescue
Microsoft says it had provided the services to the Israeli Defense Ministry in the weeks following the terror attacks of Oct. 7, 2023.
US Indicts Mexican National on First Terrorism Charges for Allegedly Supplying Arms to Cartel
Acting ICE director Todd Lyons said the suspect’s alleged crimes were a ‘direct assault on the security of the United States.’
US Space Chief Says China, Russia May Escalate Space Conflict
China’s ‘kill web’ and Russia’s demonstrated willingness to destroy satellites or put nuclear weapons in orbit are top concerns, Gen. B. Chance Saltzman said.
DHS Asks for 20,000 National Guard Personnel to Help Deport Illegal Immigrants
The military said it has received a request from the Department of Homeland Security.
Bipartisan Bill Would Require Accountability and State Department Plan to Dismantle Mexican Cartels
The senators want ‘performance indicators’ and a way to evaluate the effectiveness of U.S. aid to Mexico in battle against criminal organizations.
Lawmakers Urge Commerce Department to Ban China-Linked Router Company
‘China is not our friend, and we should not bring CCP-controlled equipment into American homes,’ Sen. Cynthia Lummis said.
Trump Visits US Troops in Qatar During Middle East Tour
Before he visited the military base, Trump joined a business roundtable in Doha on the first state visit by a U.S. president to Qatar.
DOJ Incentivizes Corporate Reporting, Whistleblowing for Sanctions, Tariffs, Immigration Violations
Self-disclosure is key to receiving the most generous benefits the criminal division can offer.
Former National Guardsman Arrested in Foiled ISIS-Linked Attack at Michigan Base
The DOJ says the 19-year-old planned a mass-shooting and gave drones, ammo, and attack training to undercover agents posing as terrorists.
US Adds Cuba to List of Countries Not Fully Cooperating Against Terrorism
Cuba’s foreign minister has condemned the move, rejecting claims that Cuba failed to cooperate with U.S. counterterrorism efforts.
US Fast-Tracking Uranium Mine Permit to Meet ‘Urgent Energy Demands’
The decision comes as America remains ‘dangerously reliant’ on imports to meet uranium demand.
Federal Government Asks Supreme Court to Allow Deportation of Alleged Gang Members
The president signed a proclamation in March to allow removal of alleged Tren de Aragua members under the Alien Enemies Act.
Florida Troopers Now Federally Credentialed to Arrest Illegal Immigrants on Their Own
Florida is the first state to have its law enforcement officers credentialed.
Trump Admin Eyes Semiconductor Tariffs—Here’s What to Know
What exactly are semiconductors? Why are they so important? And why is the United States so keen to keep them out of China’s reach?
