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WATCH: Sen. Schiff asks Noem to justify her claims of 'domestic terrorism' after Minnesota shootings
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WATCH: Sen. Schiff asks Noem to justify her claims of 'domestic terrorism' after Minnesota shootings

The senator focused on comments Noem made in the aftermath of the killing of two U.S. citizens, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, by federal agents weeks apart in Minneapolis.

PBS NewsHourMar 3
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Trump says Iran navy, air force destroyed, Germany ‘helping out’
Global

Trump says Iran navy, air force destroyed, Germany ‘helping out’

Trump contradicts Rubio by saying US attacked Iran because 'he had a feeling' Tehran would attack Washington first.

Al JazeeraMar 3
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No quick victory leaves Trump scrambling to define success in Iran
Global

No quick victory leaves Trump scrambling to define success in Iran

Trump faces challenges as Iran resists negotiations after military escalation and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's killing.

Al JazeeraMar 3
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Netanyahu risks American support for Israel with war against Iran
Global

Netanyahu risks American support for Israel with war against Iran

By enlisting the U.S. in Israel's battle against Iran, Netanyahu is taking a gamble that risks testing Israel's already fraying ties with the American public.

PBS NewsHourMar 3
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WATCH: Kennedy questions Noem about using taxpayer money for ad campaign featuring her prominently
Government Transparency

WATCH: Kennedy questions Noem about using taxpayer money for ad campaign featuring her prominently

Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., asked Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in an oversight hearing Tuesday how she justifies the use of $220 million to run national TV ads that feature her prominently if she's concerned with not wasting taxpayers' money.

PBS NewsHourMar 3
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Why is Iran striking Gulf Arab countries so hard?
Global

Why is Iran striking Gulf Arab countries so hard?

Iran has been striking more than military targets across the Gulf region, hitting oil and gas facilities.

Al JazeeraMar 3
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School turned into shelter for families displaced in southern Lebanon
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School turned into shelter for families displaced in southern Lebanon

Families displaced by Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon have taken refuge in a school in Sidon.

Al JazeeraMar 3
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US father found guilty of murder in Apalachee school shooting in Georgia
Civil Rights

US father found guilty of murder in Apalachee school shooting in Georgia

Colin Gray was accused of criminal recklessness in allowing his 14-year-old son Colt to have access to a rifle.

Al JazeeraMar 3
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CIA agents successfully executed a plan for regime change in Iran in 1953 – but Trump hasn’t revealed any signs of a plan
National Security

CIA agents successfully executed a plan for regime change in Iran in 1953 – but Trump hasn’t revealed any signs of a plan

A covert US campaign in the mid-20th century helped steer Iran toward the intense anti-American sentiment that has distinguished its government policy for decades.

The ConversationMar 3
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North Carolina primary could set up Roy Cooper vs Michael Whatley in pivotal Senate race
Politics

North Carolina primary could set up Roy Cooper vs Michael Whatley in pivotal Senate race

North Carolina's U.S. Senate primary will set up a high-stakes race in the fall that could decide control of the chamber.

PBS NewsHourMar 3
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Trump: ‘We’re going to cut off all trade with Spain’
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Trump: ‘We’re going to cut off all trade with Spain’

Donald Trump targeted Spain in an Oval Office tirade, saying he was going "to cut off all trade" with the country.

Al JazeeraMar 3
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Trump’s DEI Crackdown Hit a Wall in Court. What’s Next?
Civil Rights

Trump’s DEI Crackdown Hit a Wall in Court. What’s Next?

A federal judge voided a Trump administration directive that pressured educational institutions to end all programs related to diversity, equity, and inclusion last month. The directive, issued by the Department of Education as a “Dear Colleague” letter to public schools in February 2025, stated that school districts who failed to drop “discriminatory” DEI practices could […]

Mother JonesMar 3

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Bill Clinton Testifies Under Oath in House Epstein Investigation: 'I Did Nothing Wrong'
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Bill Clinton Testifies Under Oath in House Epstein Investigation: 'I Did Nothing Wrong'

Former President Bill Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee in a closed-door deposition about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, insisting he saw no signs of abuse and did nothing wrong.

PBS NewsHourFeb 27
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From Blue Dragon to Woodstock: DOE’s Classified Human Subjects Research Revealed After 7 Year Wait
Government Transparency

From Blue Dragon to Woodstock: DOE’s Classified Human Subjects Research Revealed After 7 Year Wait

After a 7-year wait, the DOE released a list of classified human subjects research (HSR) projects for FY 2018, obtained via FOIA. The document reveals 11 ongoing classified HSR projects with code names like "Blue Dragon" and "Woodstock," expanding public knowledge of this secretive research. This continues a trend of tracking such projects, mandated after Cold War-era ethical breaches.

The Black VaultJan 23
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Senator puts hold on Trump’s pick for top uniformed cyber chief over lack of experience, ‘vague’ answers to surveillance questions
Politics

Senator puts hold on Trump’s pick for top uniformed cyber chief over lack of experience, ‘vague’ answers to surveillance questions

Sen. Wyden is blocking Trump's pick for top cyber chief, Lt. Gen. Joshua Rudd, citing a lack of cyber experience and "vague" answers on NSA surveillance. Wyden argues Rudd is unqualified for the critical national security role.

Defense ScoopFeb 27
Secret Government Surveillance Program Exposed: Millions of Citizens Monitored Without Warrants
Politics

Secret Government Surveillance Program Exposed: Millions of Citizens Monitored Without Warrants

A classified surveillance program has been monitoring millions of citizens without warrants. The investigation reveals systematic bypassing of judicial oversight, raising urgent constitutional questions about the balance between national security and civil liberties.

ProPublicaFeb 27
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Greek court convicts Intellexa founder Tal Dilian, three others in wiretapping scandal
Government Transparency

Greek court convicts Intellexa founder Tal Dilian, three others in wiretapping scandal

The former Israeli intelligence officer’s spyware has helped some of the world’s most brutal regimes spy on journalists and political opponents.

ICIJFeb 26
Hegseth Doubles Down on Trump UAP Disclosure: Pentagon Welcomes Transparency Push
National Security

Hegseth Doubles Down on Trump UAP Disclosure: Pentagon Welcomes Transparency Push

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the Pentagon welcomes the Trump administration's plan to supercharge UAP transparency, saying the disclosure of unidentified anomalous phenomena records is a priority.

Defense ScoopFeb 25

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