TSA Sickouts Snarl Airport Security
A wave of TSA callouts hit major airports after workers missed paychecks during the shutdown. Lines are getting longer, and smaller airports may soon feel the squeeze.
Top Counterterror Chief Investigated For Leaks?
Semafor reports the FBI is investigating Joe Kent for allegedly leaking classified material. The probe reportedly began before his resignation over the Iran war. The White House says he was a known leaker and cut from briefings months ago. Here are the key facts and what they mean.
Kennedy Wants SAVE Act Fast-Tracked
Sen. John Kennedy urges Republicans to use budget reconciliation to pass the SAVE America Act with a simple majority, sparking a fight over rules, the parliamentarian, and political math.
Jeffries Faces Revolt Within Democratic Ranks
More than 80 House Democrats are noncommittal or opposed to Hakeem Jeffries as speaker, a sign of deep divisions over leadership, money in politics, and policy priorities.
Trump Demands Hormuz Be Reopened. Allies Shrug.
President Trump called on five nations to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Allies offered cautious words, not commitments. The plan now looks more talk than team effort.
Dime Drama: Who Removed the Olive Branch?
A new 2026 commemorative dime dropped the olive branch from the eagle. Social media blamed President Trump. The design was approved in late 2024 during the previous administration.
Trump Keeps Iran Options Open, Says Waltz
On Fox News Sunday, U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mike Waltz defended Operation Epic Fury and said President Trump has not taken any military options off the table. Waltz promised no Iraq-style occupation and suggested seizing enriched uranium remains on the list of possible moves.
Bolsonaro Hospitalized: Pneumonia Sparks Prison Health Row
Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro was admitted to an intensive care unit with bronchopneumonia. His family and supporters say prison care is inadequate while Lula's government blocks outside visits.
Teacher Fined $750,000 Over Gender Comments
A former B.C. school trustee faces a $750,000 Human Rights Tribunal order after public comments about transgender people. The case raises questions about free speech, workplace safety, and where law ends and belief begins.
Cain Velasquez Speaks After Prison Release
Cain Velasquez posted a video thanking supporters after an early parole release following a violent 2022 chase tied to alleged abuse of his son.