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May 6, 2026
While ICE cracked down on L.A. protests, Marines were told to use force as 'last resort'
Documents obtained by nonprofit American Oversight show a glaring contrast between the training of Marines and that of immigration agents, who have been accused of using unnecessary force.
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April 26, 2026
We were there: Hearing gunfire and ducking for cover at the DC gala
The Times had six reporters at the dinner, seated at a table near the right side of the stage. Here's what happened when the shooting started.
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April 26, 2026
Trump rushed off stage at White House Correspondents' Assn. dinner; reports of gunshots
The president was hurried out of the room and his security detail responded with weapons drawn after a disturbance at the event in Washington.
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April 24, 2026
Justice Department drops criminal investigation of Fed chair Powell, likely clearing way for Warsh
The Justice Department has ended its investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, clearing a major roadblock to the confirmation of his likely successor, Kevin Warsh.
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April 22, 2026
Trump maintains blockade as Iran's factions struggle to unite
Iran fired on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, only hours after President Trump announced he would extend a tentative ceasefire with Iran.
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April 16, 2026
Hegseth recites 'Pulp Fiction' speech at Pentagon prayer service
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recited dialogue drawn from the film "Pulp Fiction" at a Pentagon prayer service, using it to frame the war in Iran as an act of divine justice.
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April 15, 2026
In 1960, fears over papal influence. In 2026, a president attacks a pope
Trump's feud with Pope Leo XIV flips history from fears presidents would be loyal to a pope to openly fighting with one.
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April 13, 2026
Trump slams Pope Leo as 'weak,' but the U.S.-born pontiff stands firm on peace
Pope Leo XIV has responded to President Trump's criticism over the U.S.-Israel war in Iran, saying the Vatican's peace appeals are rooted in the Gospel.
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April 10, 2026
Vance warns Iran not to 'play us' ahead of diplomatic mission in Pakistan
Vance is tasked with negotiating a lasting peace between the United States and Iran, which have failed to keep promises made days ago in a delicate last-minute ceasefire.
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April 8, 2026
Iran ceasefire deal frays as attacks continue; Trump's peace terms remain unclear
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the White House sought to project confidence, warning Iran to keep its end of the bargain or face the consequences.
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April 6, 2026
Trump holds fast to Tuesday deadline, threatening Iran's bridges and power plants
Trump said he was optimistic about the prospects of working with a newly installed Iranian government. But Tehran dismissed the diplomatic overtures as "unrealistic."
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April 5, 2026
Trump loses across courts in bruising week of immigration and legal setbacks
Trump suffered an onslaught of court losses this last week on immigration, Jan. 6 liability and the White House ballroom.
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April 3, 2026
U.S. rescues pilot who ejected after fighter jet was shot down by Iran, officials say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has maintained for weeks that the U.S. has crippled Iran's air defense systems.
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April 1, 2026
Trump arrives at Supreme Court to attend birthright citizenship arguments
President Trump became the first sitting president to attend Supreme Court oral arguments. He showed up to a hearing Wednesday weighing the legality of his birthright citizenship executive order.
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March 30, 2026
Trump says 'serious' talks are occurring, threatens strikes on Iran energy, water sites
President Trump threatened strikes on Iran energy sites and water infrastructure as regional attacks intensified and ceasefire talks remained uncertain.
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March 29, 2026
Trump's approval ratings just hit a new low. A Latino voter shift could reshape the midterms
Trump approval hits lows as Latino voters and young men peel away, with economy concerns and Iran war backlash reshaping 2026 midterm outlook.
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March 26, 2026
Trump says he wants to send federalized troops to L.A., San Francisco
Trump called on the mayors and governors of several blue cities and states to allow troops to 'come in and stop the crime,' and specifically called out Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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March 25, 2026
Iran dismisses Trump's peace plan as 'deceptive,' as U.S. deploys more troops to Mideast
The Trump administration reportedly presented a 15-point peace deal to Iranian leaders. Iran rejected the proposal, according to its state media.
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March 24, 2026
Trump says Iran wants to 'make a deal' as it continues to strike Israel and gulf nations
There were conflicting messages over the diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran as Pakistan offered to host peace talks in Islamabad aimed at ending the hostilities.
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March 20, 2026
Pentagon orders 2,500 troops, 3 warships from California to the Middle East
The Pentagon deployed three warships and roughly 2,500 Marines to the Middle East from the California-based USS Boxer amphibious ready group and the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.
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March 19, 2026
Trump cracks a joke about Pearl Harbor, with Japanese PM sitting nearby
When asked about the surprise attack on Iran, President Trump recalled Pearl Harbor. 'Who knows better about surprise than Japan?' he said.
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March 18, 2026
Israel kills Iran's spy chief; Gabbard says government is 'intact but largely degraded'
Trump floated the prospect of a decisive military endgame against Iran: 'I wonder what would happen if we "finished off" what's left of [Iran].'
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March 17, 2026
Trump attacks Newsom again for having dyslexia, says it disqualifies him from being president
Trump said Newsom was 'dumb' and should never be allowed to be president because he has 'admitted that he has learning disabilities, dyslexia.'
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March 16, 2026
Trump calls on allies to help guard the Strait of Hormuz. Most have refused
The diplomatic friction reflects the limits of Trump's influence at a moment when the global economy is absorbing one of the worst oil supply shocks in modern history.
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March 13, 2026
6 U.S. airmen die in crash; Hegseth says Iran's leader is 'likely disfigured'
Six American airmen deployed to operations against Iran were killed after their KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq, U.S. Central Command said Friday.
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March 12, 2026
New Iranian leader Khamenei vows 'never-ending' revenge in first public statement
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei provided a statement for the first time since U.S.-Israeli strikes killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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March 10, 2026
War with Iran fuels Russian oil boom — and trouble for Ukraine
War with Iran drives oil prices higher, boosting Russian energy revenues and shifting global attention from Ukraine as Moscow gains economic leverage.
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March 9, 2026
U.S. and Israeli war in Iran, which Trump says will be 'short term,' has global reach
In less than two weeks, the Trump administration has instigated a truly global conflict, and with no clear path to resolution.
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March 5, 2026
Europe commits to expanding Iran campaign as Israel strikes southern Lebanon
The U.K. and France committed bases to the U.S. war effort, and Ukraine will train western powers in anti-drone strategy as allies brace for a protracted war.
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March 4, 2026
Senate rejects war powers measure to withdraw forces from Iran
The U.S. Senate rejected a war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's ability to conduct further military operations against Iran.
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