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April 30, 1798: The Birth of the Navy Department

April 30, 1798: The Birth of the Navy Department

The United States Department of the Navy (DON) has undergone significant transformations since its establishment in 1798. Originally created to pro...

Congresswoman Luna Promises Disclosure of 'Nonhuman Origin' Materials Amid UAP Investigation

Congresswoman Luna Promises Disclosure of 'Nonhuman Origin' Materials Amid UAP Investigation

Representative Anna Paulina Luna, a Florida Republican, has announced plans to hold a press conference to reveal materials or information she describes as being of 'nonhuman origin.' This announcement comes as the Pentagon faces criticism for delays in releasing footage of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), which have been recorded by U.S. military personnel. Luna, who chairs the House Oversight Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets, has been a vocal advocate for transparency regarding unexplained aerial encounters. The Pentagon has cited classification and national security concerns as reasons for the delay in releasing UAP footage. Luna has accused the Department of Defense of slow-walking disclosures mandated by Congress and the White House, emphasizing the need for oversight and security given the proximity of these phenomena to U.S. military assets.

Skeptical Democrats confront Hegseth for the first time since start of Iran war

Skeptical Democrats confront Hegseth for the first time since start of Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing questioning from lawmakers as he goes before Congress for the first time since the Iran war began

U.S. lawmakers take on AI chatbots, fraud in new bills

U.S. lawmakers take on AI chatbots, fraud in new bills

By Jody Godoy April 28 (Reuters) - Members of Congress from both major U.S. political parties joined to propose new legislation this week related to artificial intelligence, as they aimed to tackle safety concerns without blocking innovation.

The Leadership System That Powers America’s Naval Forces

The Leadership System That Powers America’s Naval Forces

The United States Department of the Navy (DON) is a complex organization with a well-defined leadership hierarchy and structure. This article delve...

King Charles to visit New York to commemorate 9/11 victims

King Charles to visit New York to commemorate 9/11 victims

By Jonathan Allen and Maria Tsvetkova WASHINGTON/NEW YORK, April 29 (Reuters) - Britain's King Charles and his wife Queen Camilla arrive in New York on Wednesday to commemorate victims of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks on the city, part of a four-day state visit to the U.S.

Pentagon Reports $25 Billion Spent in Two Months on Iran Conflict Amid Budget Scrutiny

Pentagon Reports $25 Billion Spent in Two Months on Iran Conflict Amid Budget Scrutiny

The Pentagon has reported an expenditure of $25 billion in the first 60 days of military operations against Iran. This information was disclosed during a congressional hearing where Jay Hurst, acting as the Pentagon's chief financial officer, testified about the Department of Defense's budget for 2027. The administration plans to request additional funds from Congress to cover munitions and operational costs. The hearing also marked the first public questioning of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine since the onset of Operation Epic Fury. Lawmakers expressed concerns about the Pentagon's budget increase and the strategic direction of the conflict with Iran, especially given the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's continued nuclear ambitions.

US House approves outline for $70 billion more for immigration enforcement

US House approves outline for $70 billion more for immigration enforcement

By Richard Cowan WASHINGTON, April 29 (Reuters) - The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday approved a three-year budget plan that would pave the way for Congress to consider an additional $70 billion for immigration enforcement activities by federal agents.

US Supreme Court under Roberts takes 'wrecking ball' to Voting Rights Act

US Supreme Court under Roberts takes 'wrecking ball' to Voting Rights Act

By John Kruzel WASHINGTON, April 30 (Reuters) - The Voting Rights Act of 1965 has often been called the crown jewel of the U.S. civil rights movement. But under a U.S. Supreme Court led for two decades by conservative Chief Justice John Roberts, experts said, that jewel has lost its luster.

FISA Surveillance Program Renewal Faces Uncertainty Ahead of Deadline

FISA Surveillance Program Renewal Faces Uncertainty Ahead of Deadline

The renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), a key surveillance tool used by the U.S. government, is in jeopardy as the House of Representatives struggles to reach a consensus. The program, which allows the collection of communications from non-U.S. citizens abroad, is set to expire soon. Despite a temporary extension, the House has yet to advance a renewal measure due to internal disagreements. The proposed extension includes provisions for increased oversight and accountability, but lacks a warrant requirement for accessing Americans' data, a point of contention among lawmakers.

US Congress Republicans push legislation to build, fund Trump's $400 million ballroom

US Congress Republicans push legislation to build, fund Trump's $400 million ballroom

By Richard Cowan WASHINGTON, April 27 (Reuters) - Two days after a shooting at a dinner that President Donald Trump was attending, Republicans in the U.S. Congress were pushing for legislation to fund and speed construction of a White House ballroom, citing increased security concerns.

US House Republicans to modify Senate-passed DHS funding bill, courting delay

US House Republicans to modify Senate-passed DHS funding bill, courting delay

By David Morgan WASHINGTON, April 27 (Reuters) - Legislation to fund the U.S.