Trump will carry on Biden’s legal defense of the abortion drug mifepristone | Trump administration
On Monday, the Trump administration took steps to distance itself from legal challenges surrounding the abortion drug Mifepristone, which had been initiated during Joe Biden’s presidency. The U.S. Department of Justice filed a motion in a federal court in Texas, urging judges to dismiss three lawsuits led by Republican states based on procedural grounds. This […]
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth calls for a 20% cut in four-star generals: ‘Fewer Generals, More Soldiers’
On Monday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegses announced a decision to cut the number of military generals and flag officers by 20%. He believes this move will improve “strategic preparation and operational effectiveness.” The cuts will roll out in two stages. Initially, at least 20% of the active four-star generals and flag officers, or admirals, will […]
Ukraine to Get Upgraded Patriot Air Defense System After Signing Mineral Agreement
Following a recent agreement on mineral trade between Washington, DC, and Kiev, the United States is dispatching a refurbished Patriot air defense system to Ukraine as the conflict with Russia continues. The Patriot system has previously been deployed in Israel and has been upgraded before its transfer to Ukraine. Germany and Greece are exploring logistics […]
5 important details to understand as Trump introduces the Golden Dome missile defense system
President Trump is poised to receive significant funding for his Golden Dome project. The billions earmarked for the Golden Dome, which is part of a GOP settlement bill boosting Pentagon spending by $150 billion, means that the initiatives Trump campaigned on are about to take shape. Nonetheless, this proposed missile defense system aims to shield […]
Trump Advocates for a $1 Trillion Defense Budget
President Donald Trump is advocating for a 13% increase in defense spending for 2026, aiming to set the Pentagon budget at $1 trillion for the first time in U.S. history. This so-called “Skinny Budget” highlights the administration’s main priorities, emphasizing the need to enhance safety, security, and sovereignty, particularly in relation to countering China’s ambitions […]
Duffy criticizes the Defense Department for the recent DCA incident: ‘VIPs won’t get helicopter rides anymore’
Transport Secretary Shawn Duffy criticized the Department of Defense on Friday after an Army helicopter caused two commercial passenger jets to adjust their landing paths at Reagan National Airport. On Thursday, Air Traffic Control instructed Delta and Republic Airlines flights to go around due to “priority air transport helicopters inbound into the Pentagon Army heliport,” […]
Duffy criticizes the Defense Department regarding the recent DCA event: ‘No more helicopter rides for VIPs’
Transport Secretary Shawn Duffy criticized the Department of Defense on Friday after an Army helicopter caused two commercial jets landing at Reagan National Airport to change their flight paths. According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Air Traffic Control instructed Delta and Republic Airlines flights to go around due to “priority air transport helicopters approaching […]
Trump’s budget has arrived; GOP defense advocates are dissatisfied.
On Friday, prominent defense hawks in Congress expressed strong discontent with President Trump’s budget proposal for 2026, highlighting concerns over its insufficiency in addressing rising threats from nations like China and Russia. House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-Ala.) voiced significant worries, stating that the budget doesn’t adequately reflect the current military landscape. He […]
Democrats consider Musk’s involvement in missile defense.
A group of 42 Democrats is urging the Pentagon’s inspector general to look into the influence of billionaire Elon Musk on the procurement process for the “Golden Dome” missile defense shield. This system is intended to aid President Trump in safeguarding the US against potential missile threats. In a letter addressed to Pentagon officials, the […]
Leading Republican on Senate Armed Services criticizes Trump’s OMB defense budget
The leading Republicans on the Senate Armed Services Committee recently shared their thoughts on President Trump’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) after the White House unveiled its government funding proposal for fiscal year 2026. Senator Roger Wicker expressed his concerns, stating, “President Trump has done well with his peace through strength approach, but it […]