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For Iranians abroad, no single vision for their homeland鈥檚 futureThe U.S.-Israel war against Iran is exposing divisions within the Iranian diaspora about the military action and the future Tehran government.
In race to succeed Marjorie Taylor Greene, candidates steer clear of Trump riftThe 17 candidates competing in Tuesday鈥檚 special election for Georgia鈥檚 14th Congressional District run the gamut from a trash hauler to a hot dog slinger. The large field reflects a somewhat splintered Republican coalition, as former Representative Greene keeps lobbing a steady stream of criticism against her onetime ally, President Donald Trump.
US investigates fatal air strike on Iranian girls鈥� schoolU.S. officials say they are investigating a strike that hit an Iranian elementary school last week, raising questions about targeting and intelligence for Operation Epic Fury.
Kristi Noem stoked controversy at Homeland Security. Why she lost Trump鈥檚 trust.Kristi Noem鈥檚 firing as Secretary of Homeland Security is President Donald Trump鈥檚 first Cabinet shakeup of his second term. The challenges she faced leading a critical agency at a time of public polarization remain for her successor to navigate.
Trump criticized GOP hawks. Why did he choose war with Iran anyway?Policy experts say President Trump鈥檚 emphasis on loyalty over dissent, his confidence in military successes, and Iran鈥檚 own weakness were likely important factors in his decision to attack Iran.
Coast Guard patrols a quiet southern border as enforcement action moves inlandPresident Trump claims success in stemming immigration at the southern border, but one year in, his enforcement push is roiling the country鈥檚 interior.
US wants Kurdish boots on the ground in Iran. Why it鈥檚 not an easy ask.Once again, a crisis in the Middle East has the U.S. appealing for military help from the stateless Kurds, this time as boots-on-the-ground proxies in Iran. Affecting any desire to contribute is the memory of letdowns after vital roles played in Iraq and Syria.
America First? War in Iran threatens to split Trump鈥檚 MAGA coalition.The Iran conflict is generating strong criticism from many prominent MAGA commentators, who聽say President Trump聽has lost touch with what his voters really want. As the GOP starts looking toward a post-Trump era, it has the potential to reshape the MAGA coalition.
Senate rejects bill to curb Trump on Iran. That fits a long pattern on war powers.Congress is more often letting a president take the lead on decisions about war, raising questions about checks and balances, and the Founding Fathers' intent.
Evacuate? Some Americans living in the Middle East wish they could.The U.S. is now securing limited flights for Americans stranded in the Middle East after initial confusion following the first strikes on Iran.- In Texas, Democrats coalesce around a Senate candidate while GOP fight drags onJames Talarico, a Texas state representative, won the Democratic nomination against U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett.聽On the Republican side, incumbent Sen. John Cornyn is headed to a May runoff with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.聽
Members of Congress clash over funding for Homeland Security after US strikes on IranThe U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran are sending political ripples through Congress beyond whether members back the action. A key debate now is whether lawmakers should quickly fund the Department of Homeland Security.
I trusted AI with daily decisions. The way it dived in, experts say, raises flags.Artificial intelligence is being marketed as a helpful problem-solver for daily life. A one-week experiment revealed some flaws.聽
Initial Iran strikes over, what strategy will define the next US moves?The U.S. and Israeli offensive against Iran will have to rely on a coordinated operation to maximize firepower and mitigate retaliation risks.
In Iran, Trump is trying something untested: Outsourcing regime changeThe U.S.-Israel air war on Iran has not been a regime change operation a la Iraq. Rather, President Donald Trump is calling on the Iranian people to rise up and finish the job. It is not at all clear they have the tools to do so.
In Texas, a contentious Republican primary goes down to the wireThe primary battle for the Republican nod in Texas鈥� U.S. Senate race illustrates tensions between factions of the GOP. Some national Republicans are concerned the seat could be at risk.
Congress didn鈥檛 authorize Iran strikes. Trump鈥檚 move to do so carries political risks.Congress didn鈥檛 vote on the strikes in Iran, and public opinion has been opposed to military action there. President Trump鈥檚 decision to use force carries political risks.
Where does Boston put all its snow? I hiked 7 miles through the city to find out.This week鈥檚 blizzard across much of the Northeast might make you wonder what cities do with the abundance of snow. In Boston, our reporter set off to find out 鈥� and ended up with an appreciation for the people who make it disappear.
Israel and US launch strikes on Iran, pushing Middle East into new conflict
As Clinton testifies on Epstein, his legacy is already diminishedFor former President Bill Clinton, who left office 25 years ago, the impact of the Epstein scandal may only further damage his image, particularly among younger Democrats, amid changing mores around sexual misconduct by powerful men.
