US turns to drones after retiring minesweepers to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid Iran crisis
The U.S. is racing to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as Iran reportedly lays mines in the critical waterway, testing the Navy's shift to unmanned systems.
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Michigan governor hopeful pressed on past SPLC work after DOJ indictment: ‘What did Jocelyn know?’
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson faces GOP pressure over her past SPLC ties after the group was indicted on fraud-related charges this week.
Media Await Trump’s First-Ever Appearance as President at Correspondents’ Dinner
Guests attend the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner at Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C., on April 27, 2019. Paul Morigi/Getty Images WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump will headline the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner at the Washington Hilton on April 25 for the first time as president. The black-tie gala brings together thousands of media personalities, business
DeSantis under pressure as Florida redraw could tip House balance in GOP map fight
Florida becomes the likely final battleground in the GOP-Democrat fight over congressional redistricting ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far From China
Kind words and accolades poured in after this week’s announcement that Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple’s CEO. The tech magnate has been at the helm since 2011, and Apple has enjoyed a remarkable run during that time. At the personal level, Cook’s success is a wonderful reminder of the many blessings Americans enjoy
Trump will ‘deliver’: RNC chair signals midterms confidence despite ‘doom and gloom’
RNC Chair Joe Gruters says he believes Republicans are on track to defy history and defend their slim congressional majorities in the 2026 midterms.
REVIEW: ‘Michael’
The new biopic about Michael Jackson offers snapshots of his life from ages 8 to 24. It doesn’t have a plot, really, just a timeline in which he gradually moves toward separating himself from his abusive father. With the exception of his early plastic surgeries, which he ascribes to a desire to make his face