Congress Clashes Over Iran War Powers and New Canadian Tariffs
The House and Senate diverge on curbing executive military authority while the White House implements aggressive new tariffs and faces judicial pushback on domestic spending.
US Strikes IRGC Targets Inside Iran Following Fatal Jordan Attack
The U.S. military launched a major wave of strikes against dozens of Iranian military sites after a ballistic missile attack killed six American service members.
Trump Expands Iran Strikes as Senate Moves Toward Fauci Contempt
The Trump administration launched a massive wave of airstrikes against Iranian military assets while Senate Republicans prepared a contempt vote against Dr. Anthony Fauci following a contentious hearing.
The Dispensary War: Benjamin Tillman’s Executive Monopoly in South Carolina
In 1893, South Carolina Governor Benjamin Tillman established a state-run liquor monopoly known as the Dispensary. This move concentrated unprecedented executive power in the United States and led to a…
US and Saudi Forces Strike Iranian Proxies as Tehran Retaliates
The United States and Saudi Arabia launched joint airstrikes against IRGC-directed militias in Iraq, triggering an Iranian ballistic missile response and a vow of further retaliation from President Trump.
Trump and Netanyahu Negotiate Iran War Future Amid Domestic Skepticism
President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu met at the White House to discuss the Iran conflict and Lebanon operations as the administration faces mounting pressure to secure a diplomatic off-ramp.
Markets Stall as Oil Prices Collapse Amid Middle East Diplomacy
The S&P 500 remained virtually unchanged as a massive decline in crude oil prices and a tech-sector retreat balanced out global market volatility.
US Strategic Reserve Hits 40-Year Low Amid Gulf Conflict
The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve has fallen to 311 million barrels as regional war damage to Saudi infrastructure and a naval blockade on Iran strain global energy security.
Trump Pauses Iran Strikes Amid Critical U.S. Interceptor Shortages
The U.S. and Iran entered a tactical pause in direct hostilities this weekend as Pentagon officials warn that depleted missile interceptor stockpiles are emboldening adversaries in Moscow and Beijing.