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Intel Chief Tulsi Gabbard's Ties with Trump Sour as US Considers Iran Options

U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is one of the few officials in Trump's administration to oppose the state's involvement in the conflict between Iran and Israel. In early June 2025, Gabbard uploaded a three-minute video on X, …

Iran could still make a nuclear weapon — even if the U.S. strikes

Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates warned in 2012 that an attack on Iran “would make a nuclear-armed Iran inevitable. They would just bury the program deeper and make it more covert.” Yes, we could damage the nuclear facilities, but what happens then? “ …

Obama: US ‘dangerously close’ to autocracy

Digging into claims about crowd size at Trump's military parade

Following the U.S. Army's 250th birthday celebration parade on June 14, 2025, claims circulated online about the size of the crowd at the daylong event. According to the White House and America250, an organization involved in arranging the June 14 …

Obama delivers a history lesson to sell-out crowd

HARTFORD, Conn. -- Touching on a wide range of topics, former President Barack Obama delivered a history lesson about democracy and freedom Tuesday. "Our biggest challenge right now is we need democracy ... more than ever, and it's probably as …

Cuba Once Again Calls for Puerto Rican Independence; Puerto Rico and the U.S. Respond

The United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization voted on Monday, for the 49th time, to reaffirm “the inalienable right of the people of Puerto Rico to self-determination and independence.” As in previous years, representatives of nations including …

Bill Ackman Calls For Northrop's B-2 Bombers, Boeing's GBU-57s To Help Israel 'Finish The Job' In Gaza, Pave Way For ...

Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman is advocating for direct U.S. military intervention in Gaza, proposing the deployment of Northrop Grumman Corp. NOC B-2 Spirit bombers equipped with Boeing Co. BA GBU-57 bunker-buster bombs to help Israel conclude …

Trump Parade and Dictator Fantasies Spark U.S. Protests, Leaked Recordings Add Fire

Donald Trump speaking at an immigration policy speech in Phoenix, Arizona. Credit: Gage Skidmore / Wikimedia Commons By Stacy M. Brown, Black Press USA Senior National Correspondent Donald Trump’s extravagant $134 million birthday and military parade …

Barack Obama warns the U.S. is ‘dangerously close’ to slipping into autocracy under Trump

Former President Barack Obama has issued a warning about the future of American democracy, cautioning that the country is “dangerously close” to normalizing behavior “consistent with autocracies.” Speaking Tuesday night in Hartford, Connecticut, he offered …

Bill Clinton's once-secret cable to Iran a reminder Tehran's terror killed hundreds of Americans

Three years after 19 Americans died in a bombing at a Saudi Arabian apartment complex, then-President Bill Clinton sent a cable that told Iran’s president a secret that the 42nd president wasn’t even willing to tell the American public: U.S. intelligence …

Why Iran's Well-Protected Nuclear Site Fordow Remains 'Difficult Target' For Israel

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) [Editor's Note: Follow the KT live blog for live updates on the Israel-Iran conflict .] Iran's most heavily fortified nuclear site , Fordow, was built deep inside a mountain to protect it from an attack. Only the US military …

MAGA 'pod army' invaded by AOC, Bernie's populism & Mayor Pete's love story: Melber report

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing MAGA 'pod army' invaded by AOC, Bernie's populism & Mayor Pete's love story: Melber report 11:54 UP NEXT Trump gets Obama'd: ' …

U.S. EPA signals return to fossil fuel dominance with power plant emission rollbacks

U.S. EPA signals return to fossil fuel dominance with power plant emission rollbacks EPA scraps Biden-era carbon and mercury limits for power plants, citing economic and energy reliability concerns. The rollback reverses 2024 Clean Air Act amendments, …

Obama warns in speech about U.S. 'drifting' into…

Former President Barack Obama warned about a "weak commitment" to democracy by President Donald Trump's administration and the U.S. "drifting" into autocracy during a speech in Connecticut, according to media reports. Obama spoke …

'Doesn't know what to do or how to do it': Ex-senator mocks Trump on MSNBC

President Donald Trump released a statement through his press secretary on Thursday that he would have a plan for the Iran-Israel conflict in "two weeks." Former U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill (D-MO) quipped on MSNBC that Trump made the same comment …

‘This Is Actually Not Parody’: CNN’s Abby Phillip Reacts to Blowup Between Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson

CNN’s Abby Phillip appeared highly entertained by wild clips from Tucker Carlson’s interview with Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX). For two hours, the two conservatives clashed on a variety of topics, though the bulk of their discussion centered on foreign policy. …

Obama Takes a Swipe at Trump Without Mentioning Him by Name

Former President Barack Obama issued rare criticism of President Donald Trump on Tuesday night, without mentioning Trump by name, saying the current administration has a "weak commitment" to upholding democratic principles. The Context Former …

Rachel Marsden: Trump cannot let Israel’s war with Iran become America’s

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Israel and Iran are now firing direct hits at each other across borders like some kind of militarized pickleball tournament. As the volleys escalate and every side rushes to spin the chaos, you might be wondering if there’s an …

This Iranian nuclear facility is key to Israel’s assault – but without U.S. help, it is untouchable

Israel has expanded the range of its Iranian targets every day since its opening attacks early last Friday. At first, the Natanz uranium-enrichment site was on the hit list, then the police headquarters in Tehran, the Revolutionary Guards’ intelligence …

DevLand AI Announces Education Innovation Platform to Support Teachers and Modernize Learning

DevLand AI Launches Modern EdTech Platform to Empower Teachers and Equip Students for the Future #AI #EdTech #Education WASHINGTON D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States spends more than $800 billion per …

AMMWEC Announces Changemakers Award Recipient for July 21st Conference in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) is proud to announce that Mr. Adam Reingold and The House of Ruach Foundation, will be honored as a …

NARSSA President Martha Shedden Shares Expert Opinion on 2025 Social Security Trustees Report

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts (NARSSA®), the nation’s leading professional organization that educates and certifies an elite group of Social …

Homeschooling’s Breakout Year: Schoolio Ends the Year With Record Growth On A Mission To Fix What Public Education Won’t

DE, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As schools across North America close for summer, thousands of parents are choosing not to go back. Homeschooling rates across North America continue to climb at unprecedented rates, with …

Consumers Prove Accurate in Predicting Gas Prices, Says Prosper Insights & Analytics

An analysis of the past 24 months confirms the high alignment between Prosper's early-month expectations and end-of-month actuals. WORTHINGTON, OH, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New research from Prosper Insights & …

Michelman Names Recipients of $750,000 Donation Pledge

75th Anniversary Contribution Supports Global Organizations Advancing STEM, Environmental Stewardship, and Social Impact CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michelman is fulfilling its 75th anniversary pledge …

SAG-AFTRA 2025 Election News: Slavin Enters Presidential Race

It's Official: Chuck Slavin's SAG-AFTRA Presidential Journey Begins BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chuck Slavin, a dedicated and passionate advocate for union members, has officially secured the nomination …

NMAC Applauds FDA Approval of Lenacapavir for PrEP | Urges Equitable Access Amid Federal Rollbacks

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval of Lenacapavir as a twice-yearly injectable PrEP marks a breakthrough in HIV prevention, especially for communities hardest hit by the …

Federal Civil RICO Lawsuit Alleges Multi-Jurisdictional Fraud Network Operating Across U.S., U.K., and Ireland

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A federal civil lawsuit (Case No. 2:24-cv-10607) filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act ( …

Sam Sammane Named Finalist in 2025 American Fiction Awards for Sci-Fi Mystery 'Republic of Mars'

Sam Sammane’s Republic of Mars named finalist in the 2025 American Fiction Awards, marking his first major fiction honor after a string of nonfiction accolades. ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Sam Sammane has been …

Church Of the Nativity Partners with Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) To Bring Hope to Families in The West Bank

The Church of Nativity Partners with Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) to Bring Hope to Families in The West Bank Addressing the Food Security Issue SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In light of the ongoing …

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Applauds Trump’s US-UK Trade Deal

WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) commends President Donald J. Trump for signing an executive order to implement the Economic Prosperity Deal between the United …

Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute crea una alianza editorial con Diario Las Américas

Este convenio de contenidos entre MSI² y Diario Las Américas se enfoca en temas de análisis geopolítico, militar y estratégico MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Diario Las Américas, el primer periódico en español …

Blue Sky Scrubs Launches Limited Edition Americana Scrubs to Celebrate the 4th of July

Blue Sky Scrubs announces the launch of its Limited Edition Americana Scrubs Collection, a bold and spirited celebration of freedom, craftsmanship, and America! AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Independence Day …

Timmons Announces Hearing to Examine the National Guard State Partnership Program

WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs Chairman William Timmons (R-S.C.) today announced a hearing on “The National Guard State Partnership Program: Strengthening U.S. Security, One Partnership at a Time.” The National Guard State …

Colorado Dentist Sentenced for Tax Evasion

A Colorado dentist was sentenced yesterday to 41 months in prison for tax evasion related to his use of an illegal tax shelter. The following is according to court documents and statements made in court: since 2014, Ryan Ulibarri owned and operated …

Head of the Criminal Division, Matthew R. Galeotti, Delivers Remarks in Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud Forfeiture ...

Thank you, United States Attorney Pirro. My name is Matthew Galeotti, and I am the Head of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division, which is over the Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section (CCIPS). Today’s civil forfeiture complaint against …

United States Files Civil Forfeiture Complaint Against $225M in Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud Money Laundering

The Department of Justice filed a civil forfeiture complaint today in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia against more than $225.3 million in cryptocurrency. According to the complaint, law enforcement used blockchain analysis and other …

Maryland Man Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for Sexually Exploiting a Minor on Snapchat

Jason Hanif Rehman, 40, of Rockville, MD, was sentenced today to 14 years in prison on one count of coercion and enticement after he used the Snapchat application to coerce a minor victim into sending him sexually explicit images of herself over the …

Chicago Lab Owner Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison in Connection with $14M COVID-19 Fraud Scheme

The owner of a Chicago laboratory has been sentenced today to seven years in prison for his role in a COVID-19 testing fraud scheme. According to court documents, Zishan Alvi, 46, of Inverness, Ill., owned and operated a laboratory in Chicago that …