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ICE Arrests Illegal Immigrant Who Threatened to Assassinate Trump
The Mexican national with a criminal history was taken into custody after ICE intercepted a handwritten confession.
North Carolina AG Says Chinese App WeChat Has Become ‘Digital Hub for Fentanyl Trafficking’
A bipartisan group of six state attorneys general sent a letter to WeChat earlier this month demanding answers.
US to Start Revoking Visas of Chinese Students: Rubio
The visa revocations will include students with connections to the Chinese Communist Party and those studying in critical fields, Rubio said.
Hegseth Heads to Singapore to Underscore US Commitment to Indo-Pacific
Defense officials say the Chinese communist regime is ramping up its aggression in the region.
Mandelson Calls for UK–US Alliance Centred on AI to Counter China Threat
The ambassador also addressed the need for Europe to increase its own defence spending and to rely less on the United States.
State Department Instructs US Embassies to Pause Student Visa Interviews
The temporary halt is part of the department’s effort to enhance the social media screening and vetting process of foreign students.
What Newly Released UFO Reports by Civilian Pilots Reveal
The reports add to those given by military pilots and officials over the past eight years, particularly following the release of the famous Pentagon UFO videos.
FCC Proposes Rule to Identify Foreign Adversary Ownership in US Communications
FCC licensees would have to disclose ties to China, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, or Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
San Diego Immigrant Facility Closed Amid ‘Unprecedented Decrease in Illegal Crossings’: Border Patrol
Each closed facility is estimated to save the administration $5 million to $30 million per month, according to the CBP.
Texas Gov. Abbott Signs Law Targeting Harassment, Coercion by Foreign Government Agents
The Texas governor issued an executive order last year targeting criminals carrying out influence operations on behalf of the Chinese Communist Party.
Grassley Urges Trump to Take Action After New Russian Attacks Against Ukraine
The Iowa Republican says it’s time for tougher measures to halt Kremlin aggression after Russia launches aerial assault against Ukrainian cities with civilians.
Germany Confirms Ukraine Is Free to Use Long-Range Weapons Against Russia
Germany has confirmed no more range limits on Ukraine’s Western weapons, drawing the Kremlin’s warnings that the move endangers cease-fire talks.
Defense Secretary Imposes New Restrictions on Press Access to Pentagon
The latest rules are ‘pragmatic changes to protect operational security,’ says a Pentagon spokesperson.
Here Are the Countries That Have Reached, or Are Considering, Deportation Deals With US
Several nations have started accepting third-country deportees from the United States while some others are mulling an agreement.
More Than 1,000 Troops Sent to Secure Southern Border in Latest Deployment
They join more than 10,000 troops already deployed to the border as part of Joint Task Force-Southern Border.
DOJ Sues 4 Cities in New Jersey Over ‘Sanctuary’ Policies
Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, and Hoboken, and their city officials, are named in the lawsuit.
Vance to Naval Academy Graduates: No More Undefined Missions and Open-Ended Conflicts
The vice president said the United States is returning to a strategy grounded in realism and protecting core national interests.
US States Look to Ban Chinese Technology While Protecting University Research
Kansas becomes the first state to pass legislation prohibiting the use of DeepSeek at state agencies.
