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Trump considers "winding down" Iran war without opening Hormuz Strait

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Mar 20, 2026 - World

4 pivotal questions that could define the Iran war's next phase

Smoke billows above Tehran buildings following airstrikes as part of a wider regional conflict.
Updated Mar 20, 2026 - Politics & Policy

"Deliberate indifference": U.S. targets Harvard in antisemitism suit

The campus of Harvard Business School and Harvard University, July 26, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. Harvard, one of the most prestigious business schools in the world, emphasizes the case method in the classroom. (Photo by Brooks Kraft/Corbis via Getty Images)

Trump AI plan urges Congress to overrule states

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Mar 20, 2026 - Economy

Global trade grew in 2025 despite Trump tariffs, two reports show

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"He needs to go": Dems rage over Fetterman's DHS vote

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Trump mulls risky Kharg Island takeover to force Iran to open strait

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AOC won't rule out endorsing against fellow House Dems

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Mar 19, 2026 - Technology

Scoop: Anthropic meets with House Homeland Security behind closed doors

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White House eyes Friday rollout for AI framework

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Mar 19, 2026 - Technology

Pentagon: Anthropic's foreign workforce poses security risks

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White House says it's not planning oil or gas export restrictions

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James Comey subpoenaed in alleged "grand conspiracy" against Trump

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Updated Mar 19, 2026 - Economy

U.S. weighs lifting Iranian oil sanctions to keep price in check

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Mar 19, 2026 - Business

Steak prices are changing how Americans eat — in a big way

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Mar 19, 2026 - World

Seven U.S. allies back potential Strait of Hormuz coalition

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Mar 19, 2026 - Business

States challenge "broadcast behemoth" mega-merger

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Updated Mar 19, 2026 - Politics & Policy

Mullin scores committee approval to head DHS

Sen. Markwayne Mullin testifies during his confirmation hearing on March 18.
Mar 19, 2026 - World

Hegseth on seeking $200 billion for Iran war: "That number could move"

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D.C.'s hottest ticket: Trump's UFC fight night

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Mar 19, 2026 - World

Scoreboard on every street: Gas heads for $4 per gallon due to Iran war

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Scoop: How the left plans to start winning primaries again

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After Tehran strikes, Trump says Israel won't attack Iran gas fields anymore

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Joe Kent under FBI investigation for alleged leaks

Former National Counterterrorism Center director Joe Kent testifies in front of the House Homeland Security Committee in December.

Furious Dems threaten Bondi impeachment, contempt after briefing

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Mullin testimony doesn't "close the gap" on DHS shutdown

Sen. Markwayne Mullin testifies at his confirmation hearing to be President Trump's Homeland Security secretary on March 18.
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