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GOP Lawmakers Defend, Spin Trump’s Genocidal Truth Social Screed Against Iran
“The president has to follow through with his threats,” one GOP lawmaker said, describing Iran as “a cancer.”
Trump Uses Same Language Cited by ICJ in Genocide Ruling Against Israel
Trump said the US is fighting “animals,” echoing Yoav Gallant’s “human animals” remark early in Israel’s Gaza genocide.
Trump’s Budget Request Includes Funding an FBI Anti-“Domestic Terrorism” Center
The new center and funding boost represent the implementation of Trump’s National Security Presidential Memorandum 7.
Trump Threatens Journalists With Jail Over Reporting on Airman Rescue
“The person that did the story will go to jail if he doesn't say” who leaked information to them, Trump warned.
Trump Threatens to Commit War Crimes If Iran Maintains Blockade on Hormuz Strait
In threats to civilian infrastructure, he said Tuesday “will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one."
UW Removes Middle East Center Director After Criticizing War
“There’s a chilling effect on not just my academic freedom, but that of my colleagues,” Aria Fani said after his removal.
Trump Budget Boosts War Spending While Slashing Domestic Programs
The proposal boosts Pentagon funding while gutting billions from health care, education, and environmental programs.
IAEA Sounds Alarm on US-Israeli Strike Near Iran Nuclear Plant
At least one person was killed in the strike near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant, raising safety concerns.
Pope Leo Condemns “Imperialist Occupation” as He Urges Trump to End War on Iran
“Neither in the pastoral sphere nor in the social and political spheres can good come from abuse of power,” he said.
Hegseth Says He’s Ending Ban on Troops Carrying Personal Firearms on Bases
The change in policy comes amid low morale among military members due to anxieties over the US’s war on Iran.