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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll Considers Resignation by Labor Day Amid Trump Administration Pressures

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll Considers Resignation by Labor Day Amid Trump Administration Pressures

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has reportedly informed close associates of his desire to resign by Labor Day, according to three current and one former U.S. official. However, Trump administration officials are urging him to remain in his position until at least the end of the year. Driscoll's consideration of resignation is partly attributed to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's actions, which include firing individuals close to Driscoll and overruling some of his decisions. This internal conflict highlights tensions within the Trump administration's defense leadership.
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Senator Gillibrand Criticizes Trump Administration for $5,000 Cost Increase for New York Families

Senator Gillibrand Criticizes Trump Administration for $5,000 Cost Increase for New York Families

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has issued a statement criticizing the Trump administration, asserting that its policies have led to an additional $5,000 in expenses for the average New York household. According to a new Joint Economic Committee (JEC) report, these rising costs for goods and services are attributed to the Trump administration's actions. Gillibrand specifically cited the gutting of Medicaid, cuts to Medicare and healthcare subsidies to fund tax breaks for billionaires, a war that increased gas prices, and tariffs that made groceries and essential goods more expensive. She highlighted that President Trump's 2024 campaign promise to end inflation and make America affordable again has not been met, and instead, costs have significantly increased for New Yorkers. The JEC report details increases across various categories, including housing, groceries, energy, and healthcare, since President Trump took office.
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U.S. Rep. Stansbury Accuses Defense Secretary Hegseth of Dismantling Civilian Protection Program, Citing Hundreds of Deaths

U.S. Rep. Stansbury Accuses Defense Secretary Hegseth of Dismantling Civilian Protection Program, Citing Hundreds of Deaths

U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.) has publicly accused Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth of dismantling a Pentagon program designed to protect civilians during military operations. According to Stansbury's statement on X, published on August 26, 2026, Hegseth's decision, made 'in the name of 'maximum lethality,'' has directly resulted in the deaths of hundreds of people. This includes nearly 170 children and teachers killed in a U.S. bombing of a school. Stansbury's accusation is supported by a ProPublica investigation from August 25, 2026, which reported that Hegseth polled top military commanders in early 2025 about scaling back or eliminating the Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response (CHMR) program. Despite warnings from commanders, Hegseth allegedly stripped the program of most of its funding and personnel, reducing it from nearly 200 staff to about two dozen, even as new military campaigns were launched in Somalia, Yemen, and Iran. The school strike in Minab, Iran, which occurred during the U.S. and I...
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President Trump Issues Executive Order to Secure U.S. Energy Grid from Foreign Equipment Risks

President Trump Issues Executive Order to Secure U.S. Energy Grid from Foreign Equipment Risks

On August 26, President Trump signed an executive order declaring a national emergency to protect the U.S. bulk-power system from foreign-produced electrical equipment. This order specifically targets components such as transformers, generators, inverters, and associated software that could potentially contain hidden communication devices or unauthorized remote access pathways. The executive order is a response to national security concerns, including reports of rogue communication devices found in solar inverters and cyberattacks on U.S. water facilities. The order invokes emergency powers, using the legal language of an "unusual and extraordinary" foreign threat, which grants the executive branch broader authority to act without new legislation from Congress. The Department of Energy has been given 120 days to issue implementing regulations, and the Secretary of Energy will have the authority to evaluate existing at-risk equipment and mandate mitigation measures, ranging from software patches to physical...
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Fired Stars and Stripes staffers sue Pentagon, Hegseth

Fired Stars and Stripes staffers sue Pentagon, Hegseth

The lawsuit comes days after editor-in-chief Erik Slavin said he was dismissed after a CBS interview in which he condemned "hypothetical censorship."
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Hegseth bullied Scouting America. One lawsuit made him fold. | Opinion

Hegseth bullied Scouting America. One lawsuit made him fold. | Opinion

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said he forced Scouting America, formerly Boy Scouts, to purge 'an insidious, radical, woke ideology.' I sued.
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Supreme Court Overturns Biden Administration's Broad Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

Supreme Court Overturns Biden Administration's Broad Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

The Biden administration's extensive student loan forgiveness agenda has been invalidated by the Supreme Court. This ruling follows a period where the administration pursued an ambitious loan forgiveness strategy, which ultimately faced legal challenges. The Supreme Court deemed these plans illegal, effectively dismantling the broader forgiveness initiatives. This decision impacts a significant number of borrowers who were anticipating relief from their student loan debts. The ruling highlights the legal limitations on executive power regarding large-scale financial policies, particularly when they are perceived to exceed existing statutory authority. The administration's approach had been criticized for becoming overly complex and expensive, attempting to address higher education affordability by allowing colleges to charge high prices, providing large federal loans, and then not requiring repayment, a strategy the Supreme Court found to be without legal basis.
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Pentagon Faces Scrutiny Over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's Wife's Influence and Access

Pentagon Faces Scrutiny Over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's Wife's Influence and Access

Jennifer Hegseth, wife of U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has drawn significant attention and criticism for her unusual level of involvement in her husband's official duties. A former Fox News producer, she has been described as her husband's most influential adviser and a 'de facto producer' at the Pentagon. Her activities include prepping him for appearances, sitting in on meetings with journalists, interviewing potential staff members, and brainstorming ideas for Defense Department videos. Notably, she was present in a highly sensitive meeting with top British defense officials where classified information regarding U.S. intelligence sharing with Ukraine was discussed, causing unease among the British delegation. She has also been included in a group Signal chat where the Defense Secretary shared attack plans for U.S. warplanes targeting Houthis in Yemen. This month, she was appointed chair of President Trump’s Military Spouse Commission, an unpaid position aimed at improving military families' liv...
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Senator Gillibrand Criticizes President Trump's Canadian Tariffs, Citing Increased Costs for New Yorkers

Senator Gillibrand Criticizes President Trump's Canadian Tariffs, Citing Increased Costs for New Yorkers

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has issued a statement criticizing President Trump's administration for its latest trade war with Canada, specifically targeting the tariffs imposed. According to Senator Gillibrand, these tariffs will lead to increased costs for New York families and negatively impact small businesses within the state. She argues that despite promises to lower costs and make life more affordable, the administration's actions have made life more expensive. Senator Gillibrand highlighted that previous tariffs by President Trump have been deemed unconstitutional and have already raised prices for New Yorkers. She emphasized that Canada is a significant trading partner for New York, serving as one of its largest export markets for goods and services, while the state imports over $20 billion annually from Canada. Public opinion polls, as cited by Senator Gillibrand, indicate that a majority of Americans oppose President Trump's tariff actions due to their impact on prices and families.
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Senator Reed Vows to Fight Any Attempt to Rename Aircraft Carrier CVN-81 from Doris Miller to President Trump

Senator Reed Vows to Fight Any Attempt to Rename Aircraft Carrier CVN-81 from Doris Miller to President Trump

Senator Jack Reed, D-R.I., the top Democrat on the Senate Armed Services Committee, has publicly called on the Navy's acting secretary to commit to naming the future aircraft carrier CVN-81 after Pearl Harbor hero Doris Miller. Senator Reed stated he would 'do everything in my power' to reverse any attempt to rename the ship, particularly if it were to be named after President Trump. This comes after reports indicated the Trump administration was internally considering naming the ship after President Trump instead of Miller. Senator Reed emphasized that no U.S. aircraft carrier has ever been named after a sitting president, and doing so would be an 'insult to our sailors and America’s proud Naval traditions.' CNN initially reported on August 20 about these internal discussions, with NBC News and other outlets corroborating the report. The Navy and Defense Department have not yet publicly confirmed a final decision. President Trump's August 13 executive order on Navy shipbuilding referred to the vessel only...
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Army Chief Chosen by Secretary Hegseth Cancels Experimental Drone Battalion

Army Chief Chosen by Secretary Hegseth Cancels Experimental Drone Battalion

The acting Army Chief of Staff, LaNeve, appointed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has canceled an experimental drone battalion. This decision reverses a project initiated by the previous Army Chief, Gen. Randy George, who was abruptly relieved of his post by Secretary Hegseth in April. LaNeve, who was Hegseth's senior military aide, has rapidly ascended through the ranks and is now in a position to reshape programs from the previous leadership. The experimental drone battalion, composed of 600 soldiers from the 173rd Airborne Brigade, was intended to develop drone expertise within the Army. Following an exercise in the early fall, the unit will revert to its original role as an airborne infantry unit.
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NASCAR unveils 2027 schedule, which includes a return to Naval Base Coronado

NASCAR unveils 2027 schedule, which includes a return to Naval Base Coronado

NASCAR will return to Naval Base Coronado for another race that recognizes the men and women who serve