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National Security

Rep. Rick Crawford speaking on Sunday Morning Futures
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Are We Safer After Operation Epic Fury?

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House Intelligence Chairman Rick Crawford warned about Iran-linked networks, urged more Homeland Security funding, and criticized political gamesmanship after a suspected embassy bombing in Oslo. He also noted U.S. weapons makers pledging higher production.
NYPD officers near Gracie Mansion after attempted explosive devices were found
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TATP Bombs Thwarted at NYC Protest

Two improvised devices were thrown and ignited near Gracie Mansion during a counter-protest. Officials say the charges contained TATP, a highly unstable explosive linked to past terror attacks. The FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force is leading the probe.
President Trump announces leadership change at DHS
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Top DHS Shakeup: Noem and Lewandowski Exit

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President Trump removed DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and named Senator Markwayne Mullin to take over at the end of March. Senior adviser Corey Lewandowski is also leaving amid questions about a $200 million ad contract and who approved it. The move follows tense congressional testimony and media reports suggesting the contract process was limited to a few firms.
U.S. and Ecuadorian forces in joint operation
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U.S. and Ecuador Strike Drug Cartels

U.S. Southern Command said American and Ecuadorian forces launched coordinated operations against groups it calls narco-terrorists in Ecuador. The move follows recent U.S. strikes on drug vessels and fits a broader push to choke cartel operations in the hemisphere.
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Sham Marriages Used to Access Military Bases

A federal indictment alleges a transnational fraud ring recruited U.S. citizens, including Navy members, into fake marriages to obtain base IDs and green cards. The case names several defendants, notes staged wedding photos, and describes a bribery plot to get unauthorized Department of Defense ID cards.