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Trump says he's sending 5,000 more troops to Poland, stirring confusion about US presence in Europe

Trump says he's sending 5,000 more troops to Poland, stirring confusion about US presence in Europe

President Donald Trump has stirred confusion by saying the U.S. will send an additional 5,000 American troops to Poland
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Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aid

Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aid

A bipartisan group of senators is pushing back on delays by the Department of Defense in sending roughly $600 million in security aid to Ukraine and other allies in eastern Europe
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Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing

Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing

Republicans are struggling to find the votes to dismiss legislation that would compel President Donald Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran
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Pentagon Concerns Over Israel's Use of US Interceptors in Iran Conflict

Pentagon Concerns Over Israel's Use of US Interceptors in Iran Conflict

Pentagon officials have expressed concerns about the heavy reliance on US interceptors by Israel during the recent conflict with Iran. The US reportedly deployed around 200 Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors, double the number used by Israel, to counter Iranian missile threats. This extensive use has raised alarms about the depletion of US interceptor stockpiles, which are crucial for defense against threats from countries like China and North Korea. The US Congress has highlighted the need for increased production to replenish these stockpiles, as current rates are insufficient for sustained defense in prolonged conflicts.
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SILVER Act Introduced to Expand U.S. Precious Metals Depositories

SILVER Act Introduced to Expand U.S. Precious Metals Depositories

SILVER Act Introduced to Expand U.S. Precious Metals Depositories
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Lockheed Martin Expands THAAD Interceptor Production with New Alabama Facility

Lockheed Martin Expands THAAD Interceptor Production with New Alabama Facility

Lockheed Martin Expands THAAD Interceptor Production with New Alabama Facility
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House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Pressure as Iran War Powers Vote is Canceled

House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Pressure as Iran War Powers Vote is Canceled

House Speaker Mike Johnson is under increasing pressure following the cancellation of a vote on a resolution intended to limit President Trump's war powers in Iran. The vote was scheduled for Thursday night but was pulled when it became clear that House Republicans lacked the necessary votes to defeat the Democratic resolution. Johnson, a vocal supporter of President Trump's military actions in Iran, has stated that the administration needs time to negotiate the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, which he does not anticipate will involve military conflict. The decision to cancel the vote has sparked criticism from Democratic lawmakers, who accuse Johnson of protecting President Trump's interests over those of the American public.
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EPA's Deregulatory Actions Backed by Supreme Court Decisions, Official States

EPA's Deregulatory Actions Backed by Supreme Court Decisions, Official States

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is advancing its deregulatory agenda, supported by recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions that limit the agency's discretion. Deputy Administrator David Fotouhi highlighted that these rulings empower the EPA to eliminate regulations deemed costly and unnecessary, particularly those from the Biden and Obama administrations. The agency is focusing on reducing regulations under laws like the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. The EPA's efforts coincide with President Trump's announcement to relax refrigerant requirements, aiming to lower grocery costs. The agency has also reduced its workforce significantly, which has raised concerns about its capacity to manage environmental regulations effectively.
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Lawmakers warn data protection rules don't protect key sites, including White House and CIA

Lawmakers warn data protection rules don't protect key sites, including White House and CIA

The Biden administration spent almost a year crafting regulations to block U.S. adversaries from buying commercial data gathered from cell phones at the federal government’s most sensitive locations
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Analysis-Trump's $1.776 billion 'weaponization' fund sparks outrage, but court challenges will be tough

Analysis-Trump's $1.776 billion 'weaponization' fund sparks outrage, but court challenges will be tough

By Tom Hals and Jonathan Stempel May 20 (Reuters) - Opponents of President Donald Trump's sweeping legal settlement with the U.S.
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US Democrats push to rein in Trump on Cuba as White House steps up pressure

US Democrats push to rein in Trump on Cuba as White House steps up pressure

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, May 20 (Reuters) - A group of Democratic U.S. senators introduced a resolution to stop President Donald Trump from using the military against Cuba on Wednesday, as his administration escalated pressure on the island's government by indicting former President Raul
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Where Trump stands with Republicans nationally, according to the latest AP-NORC poll

Where Trump stands with Republicans nationally, according to the latest AP-NORC poll

A new poll finds that Republicans are unhappier with President Donald Trump’s handling of the economy than they were a few months ago, but they’re largely continuing to stand behind him as the war with Iran continues