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Diesel Prices Near Record High Threaten to Upend Economy and GOP Midterm Hopes
Diesel fuel prices are approaching an all-time high in the United States, threatening to drive up costs for goods and services ahead of the midterm elections.
Pentagon orders 5,000 troops out of Germany after Trump clash with Berlin over Iran
The United States will withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, leaving about 33,000 stationed there.
Hegseth Tells Senators Iran War Can Continue Past Legal Deadline Under Ceasefire
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth argued a ceasefire pauses the 60-day War Powers clock for U.S. operations against Iran.
Lawmakers agree on ratepayer protection from data center costs but face steep path to legislation
House lawmakers agree data center energy costs should not fall on ratepayers but remain far from a legislative solution.
Trump Considers Troop Reduction in Germany After Merz Rebukes Iran War Strategy
The Pentagon is reviewing a potential withdrawal of U.S. forces from Germany following the chancellor's criticism of the administration's Iran policy.
White House Delegation Heads to Venezuela for Oil and Mining Agreements
White House officials will travel to Venezuela to sign memorandums of understanding on energy and mining projects.
U.S. Campaigns to Derail Global Shipping Carbon Tax at London Talks
The Trump administration is distributing flyers at the International Maritime Organization to lobby against a proposed carbon tax on shipping.
Hegseth Blames Democrats for Stalling Iran War Effort in Heated House Hearing
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told lawmakers that congressional Democrats are the main obstacle to success in the Iran conflict.
White House Meets Oil Executives as Iran Blockade Drives Gas Prices to Four Year High
White House officials met with Chevron and trading firms to discuss sustaining the Iran blockade while minimizing impact on U.S. fuel prices.
Trump’s Blue Liner for Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Draws Preservationist Backlash
President Trump ordered a blue liner for the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, sparking criticism from historic preservation experts.
Top Republican Senator Urges Trump to Resume Bombing Iran, Reject Ceasefire
Senate Armed Services Chair Roger Wicker called on President Trump to end the Iran ceasefire and destroy remaining military targets.
Colombia hosts breakaway climate summit as frustration with U.N. talks mounts
About 60 countries are meeting in Colombia to plan a fossil fuel phaseout outside the U.N. climate process.
Hegseth Declares Victory in Iran as U.S. Sends More Troops and Carriers to Region
The defense secretary alternated between claiming success and threatening more strikes as peace talks stalled and troop levels rose.
U.S. Tells Negotiators Global Shipping Carbon Tax Has ‘No Prospect’ of Success
A U.S. official told closed-door IMO talks that a global shipping carbon tax faces certain defeat.
Golden Dome missile shield faces budget reality as Republican support wavers
Pentagon officials tout progress on Trump’s missile defense plan as Republican lawmakers question funding strategy.
NRC Chair Rejects Claims of White House Interference in Congressional Hearing
The chair of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission told lawmakers the agency is not under attack by the Trump administration, dismissing concerns from Democrats about its independence.
U.S. Senate Rejects Measure to Limit Presidential Authority on Iran
The U.S. Senate has declined to pass a resolution that would have restricted the president's ability to deploy military force against Iran without congressional approval.
Energy Secretary Backtracks on Gas Price Forecast After Trump Dispute
Energy Secretary Chris Wright revised his projection that gasoline prices may not fall below $3 per gallon until 2027, following public criticism from President Donald Trump.
White House Drafts ‘Naughty and Nice’ List of NATO Allies to Weigh Consequences
The White House has developed a tiered list of NATO countries to determine punishments for allies who opposed U.S. policy on Iran.
Iran Halts Nuclear Talks, Demands U.S. Lift Strait of Hormuz Blockade
Iran has refused to send negotiators to Islamabad until President Trump lifts the U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, stalling high-level talks.
War-Driven Energy Crisis Pushes Nations Toward China's Green Tech Embrace
Countries seeking energy security after fossil fuel price shocks are accelerating green transitions, a move that deepens reliance on China's dominant clean energy supply chains.
U.S. Energy Secretary Sees High Fuel Prices Lasting Into 2027
Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated that gasoline prices may not fall below three dollars per gallon until next year, citing ongoing disruption from the Iran conflict.
Japan Reawakens Nuclear Power as Global Conflicts and AI Demand Strain Grid
Japan is restarting nuclear reactors to secure electricity supply amid rising AI-driven demand and natural gas shortages exacerbated by wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.
US Space Force Expands Rapidly Amid Anticipation of Major Budget Increase
The US Space Force is accelerating hiring and restructuring in preparation for a potential significant budget expansion following the upcoming presidential election.
Army Secretary Defends Civilian Authority After Ouster of Top General
The U.S. Army's civilian secretary told lawmakers that Pentagon leaders have the authority to choose military leadership, following the unexplained removal of the Army's chief of staff.
Trump Seeks Iran War Exit, But Diplomatic Off-Ramp Proves Difficult
President Trump pushes for a deal to end the Iran war, but ongoing talks reveal significant gaps between U.S. and Iranian positions.