Congress passes $900B defense bill targeting China with new investment restrictions, military technology bans, and 4% pay raise for troops nationwide.

Trump administration releases new national security strategy shifting focus from Middle East terrorism to Western Hemisphere threats and border security.

The Pentagon inspector general found War Secretary Pete Hegseth violated policy by sharing strike details on the Signal app, creating operational security risks.

Experts warned Trump's Caribbean military deployment diverts critical resources, as Venezuela crisis tests the limits of diplomatic pressure tactics.

A new Reagan Institute survey reveals Americans want stronger global leadership but question military readiness, with only 49% confident in the armed forces.

Pentagon inspector general releases report on Trump officials using Signal app to share classified Yemen strike details, sparking security concerns.

Congress investigates ongoing violence against Christians in Nigeria as lawmakers hear detailed testimony on targeted attacks and U.S. policy responses.

Putin holds key to Ukraine peace as Trump envoy Steve Witkoff arrives in Moscow for crucial talks following weekend negotiations on 19-point proposal.

Venezuela halts deportation flights as Trump escalates military pressure on Maduro government, ending key cooperation between Washington and Caracas.