Following a leaked preliminary Pentagon assessment that undermined President Trump’s claims of success in the recent Iran strikes, top allies Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio admitted the validity of the report’s findings. However, they vehemently attacked the leakers responsible for the intelligence leak, accusing them of political motivations and criticizing the media coverage. Hegseth confirmed an FBI investigation was underway while arguing the damage was “severe and obliterated,” and Rubio labeled the leakers “professional stabbers.” Despite the attacks, Trump conceded the report’s accuracy while also lashing out at the media.
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Following a U.S. strike on three Iranian nuclear sites, the State Department issued a worldwide caution for Americans abroad, citing potential disruptions to travel and demonstrations against U.S. interests. The strikes, which President Trump deemed “very successful,” have escalated tensions in the region, prompting Iran to warn of consequences. As a result, the Department of Homeland Security issued a National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin, warning of a heightened threat environment in the United States. The State Department is urging U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution and review travel advisories.
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President Trump’s unauthorized military strikes against Iran have sparked a sharp divide within the Democratic party. While some, like Representative Ocasio-Cortez, condemned the action as grounds for impeachment and a violation of Congressional War Powers, others, such as Representative Fetterman, voiced support. This division reflects pre-existing ideological fault lines within the party, concerning both foreign policy and national security. Political analysts suggest this internal conflict could further weaken the Democrats’ position heading into future elections.
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