As President Trump heads to Texas on Friday for a firsthand look at the devastation from catastrophic flooding, he has remained conspicuously quiet about his previous promises to do away with the federal agency in charge of disaster relief. … [Read more...] about Trump to tour Texas flood damage as the scope of the disaster tests his pledge to shutter FEMA
Pentagon chief Hegseth issues new order aimed at boosting small drone production
All U.S. Army squads could be equipped with small attack drones by the end of next year as the Pentagon looks to expand drone production and cut red tape under a new directive from Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. … [Read more...] about Pentagon chief Hegseth issues new order aimed at boosting small drone production
Trump to host Philippine president to discuss trade and security in Asia
U.S. President Trump will host his Philippine counterpart in the White House this month to discuss how the longtime treaty allies can further deepen their security and economic engagements, Philippine officials said Friday. … [Read more...] about Trump to host Philippine president to discuss trade and security in Asia
White House ramps up attacks on Powell, Fed Reserve by lambasting headquarters’ renovation
The White House intensified its attacks on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, blasting his plans to renovate the central bank's headquarters as egregious and comparing it to the Palace of Versailles in France. … [Read more...] about White House ramps up attacks on Powell, Fed Reserve by lambasting headquarters’ renovation
Trump says NATO will pay for weapons to Ukraine
President Trump said a deal was made with NATO to send weapons to Ukraine, with the alliance covering the cost. … [Read more...] about Trump says NATO will pay for weapons to Ukraine