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Donald Trump’s former defence secretary Mark Esper warned that the US will not win its war against Iran through aerial bombardment. On Wednesday, Esper said, "One option is you resort to full military onslaught. The other one is you strangle them economically." The conflict has already pushed global oil prices higher.
The New York Times refused to let its reporters testify before a federal grand jury on Wednesday. The Trump administration subpoenaed the journalists over a story about security issues with an Air Force One plane donated by Qatar. This fight shows how many news outlets protect sources to keep reporting free.
The F.B.I. is seeking information from government officials regarding a leak investigation into reporting on the new Air Force One. Officials said, "leaks that jeopardize the safety of the president are dangerous and a threat to national security." Investigators asked some travelers to turn over their mobile phones.
Iran declared its peace deal with the United States void after Wednesday’s attacks killed seven Iranian troops. Negotiator Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf said Iran is in an “existential war with America” and has no reason to continue the agreement. The US launched several air strikes, hitting military targets near the Strait.
United States President Donald Trump promised “really big news” in a rare primetime address on Thursday at 9pm. He said, “without free and fair elections, you don’t have a country.” The speech will focus on the 2020 election and voting machine vulnerabilities, as many worry he might erode voter confidence.
President Donald Trump urged ICE to keep using traffic stops on Wednesday, despite a recent temporary pause. The agency halted the practice after two fatal shootings occurred within a week. Trump said, "We CANNOT give up one of I.C.E.'s most important and effective Crime Fighting tools, THE TRAFFIC STOP!"
President Donald Trump will address a defence summit on Wednesday as the US war on Iran depletes critical weapons stockpiles. Since February 28, the US used half of its key munitions. Analysts warn this shrinking arsenal could leave the military in a weak position during any future conflict with China.
House G.O.P. leaders on Wednesday released a budget blueprint to unlock $95 billion for the war in Iran and the SAVE Act. Representative Jodey Arrington said, "House Republicans will unlock a third budget reconciliation to stop Democrat obstruction." This plan uses a special maneuver to bypass opposition before the midterms.
Ken Griffin gave $2.5 million to support two tight Senate races, latest Federal Election Commission filings show. The Citadel founder put this money into Republican campaigns that the party must win to hold their majority. These donations show how big donors use their wealth to influence key political power shifts.
Turkiye marks 10 years since the July 15, 2016, coup attempt by the Fethullah Terrorist Organization. The people stood firm to protect their democracy that night. Since then, the nation grew stronger and expanded its global diplomatic network to 264 missions. Turkiye now uses its influence to support regional peace.
U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to attack Pickaxe Mountain, a site linked to Iran's nuclear programme, on July 13. "We're going to take out Pickaxe Mountain. Tell the Iranians to be ready," Trump said. Located near Natanz, the facility sits deep underground, raising tensions as both nations trade fire.
Democratic socialist Francesca Hong has a narrow polling lead in the August 11 Wisconsin Democratic primary for governor. The party hopes to reclaim its progressive roots in the Midwest. Milwaukee historian John Gurda says, "Socialism is not part of the dim and distant past; in some ways it's part of our DNA."