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White House July 8

Trump dishes on Milley clash over leaving military equipment in Afghanistan: 'I knew he was an idiot'

Trump said it "didn't take long" to figure out the former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley was an "idiot."

Iran June 18

In Iran's ‘forever war’ against the US, regime has targeted and killed Americans worldwide

Iran's resumé against America since the 1979 revolution includes taking hostages, playing a role in the Beirut embassy bombings, funding Taliban and Iraqi proxies and assassination attempts.

Media June 16

Navy veteran who defeated CNN fights Associated Press over 'smuggle' claim in defamation lawsuit

The legal battle is heating up between Navy veteran Zachary Young and Associated Press, with the AP calling Young's suit meritless in court filings.

Donald Trump June 4

Trump bans travel to US from several countries to block ‘dangerous foreign actors’

President Donald Trump imposed travel restrictions to the US from several countries identified as high-risk due to terrorism, visa overstays, or lack of security cooperation.

Media June 2

Alex Marquardt out at CNN after eight years; reporter was at center of costly defamation trial

Alex Marquardt is out at CNN roughly five months after his reporting cost the company millions as a result of a defamation trial, Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital has confirmed.

Media May 31

Navy veteran's $500M defamation lawsuit against Associated Press advances with first hearing

U.S. Navy Veteran Zachary Young seeks nearly $500 million in a defamation suit against the AP, arguing the term "smuggling" implies criminality despite a court ruling otherwise.

Immigration May 29

US judge blocks Trump from suspending Biden-era migrant 'parole' programs

A U.S. federal judge on Wednesday ordered the Trump administration to resume processing applications from those migrants who are seeking work permits or renewing their status.

VIDEO May 22

Defense secretary orders review of Biden’s Afghanistan withdrawal

‘America Reports’ panelists Mike Doody and Christopher Murray react to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s decision to launch a new review of the Biden administration’s withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Pentagon May 20

Hegseth orders Pentagon to launch comprehensive review into 'catastrophic' 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal

Thirteen U.S. service members were killed in a suicide bombing at Kabul airport's Abbey Gate during the American withdrawal process from Afghanistan on Aug. 26, 2021.

Media May 20

Associated Press moves to dismiss defamation claim from veteran who defeated CNN in court

The Associated Press filed a motion to dismiss U.S. Navy Veteran Zachary Young’s defamation lawsuit on Monday, saying the complaint is meritless.

Afghanistan May 18

Afghan Christian pastor pleads with Trump, warns of Taliban revenge after admin revokes refugee protections

A pastor to a congregation primarily composed of Afghan Christian refugees is pleading with President Trump to protect Christian converts from deportation and Taliban persecution.

Joe Biden May 16

Biden admits keeping classified Afghanistan document 'for posterity's sake' in leaked audio

Leaked audio reveals former President Joe Biden said he kept a classified Afghanistan document after his presidency for "posterity's sake."

Afghanistan May 16

'Afghans for Trump' group feels abandoned after administration revokes refugee protections

The DHS ends TPS for Afghans, claiming improved conditions, but activists argue Taliban threats persist. President Donald Trump urged to rethink decision amid deportation fears.

Donald Trump May 15

Trump highlights potential pay raise for troops, touts military reforms in Qatar speech

President Donald Trump touted the U.S. military as the strongest in the world during an address to troops serving in Qatar on Thursday.

Afghanistan April 29

Veterans groups urge Trump admin to continue Afghan ally support program amid budget cut concerns

A leaked White House budget proposal shows the administration plans to dismantle the entity coordinating travel for well-vetted Afghan allies. Veterans say the decision would be a mistake.

Terrorism April 25

Former Taliban commander pleads guilty to kidnapping of journalist, killings of US soldiers

An ex-Taliban commander accused directing attacks on American and NATO troops has pleaded guilty to charges against him, authorities said.

Media April 21

Navy veteran suing Associated Press over Afghanistan story says 'smuggling' language implied criminal conduct

Zachary Young, who successfully sued CNN for defamation earlier this year, is now seeking punitive damages in a defamation lawsuit against the Associated Press.

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Flash April 19

Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer reenlists in Marine Corps Reserve, says ‘mission never left’ him

Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer has re-enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserve after nearly 15 years, driven by a sense of unfinished duty.

World Politics April 18

EXCLUSIVE: As Afghan Christians face deportation, faith leaders urge Trump administration to reconsider

Afghan Christians in the U.S. face imminent deportation after the termination of TPS, and faith leaders have made urgent appeals to the Trump administration.

Media April 14

U.S. News & World Report retracts AP article about veteran Zachary Young, but AP stands by the story

The Associated Press stands by its reporting after U.S. Navy veteran Zachary Young filed a defamation lawsuit, but U.S. News & World Report retracted a republished report.

Politics April 12

Trump administration ends temporary protected status for thousands of Afghans amid deportation push

The Department of Homeland Security doesn't plan to renew the protected status of thousands of Afghans who fled the country in 2021, when the U.S. withdrew and the Taliban took over.

Veterans April 7

Retired Army captain dedicates his Medal of Honor award to fellow soldiers in Afghanistan

Medal of Honor recipient Ret. Army Captain William Swensen praises his fellow soldiers and celebrates the opening of the National Medal of Honor museum on 'The Story.'

Florida April 5

Furious charter captain boards boat to berate young fisherman in viral video

A Florida charter boat captain has gone viral after he aggressively confronted a young fisherman over an alleged near-collision.

Media March 31

Navy veteran who proved CNN defamed him files another lawsuit, alleges Puck republished ‘defamatory lies’

The U.S. Navy veteran who successfully sued CNN for defamation earlier this year filed a lawsuit on Friday against Puck News for "republication of CNN’s defamatory lies."

Afghanistan March 31

Taliban leader says 'no need' for laws from the West in Afghanistan: 'We will create our own laws'

The Taliban's leader said there is "no need" for Western laws in Afghanistan, noting that democracy is dead as long as there are sharia laws.

Donald Trump March 29

Faye Hall, American detained by Taliban, has been released

Faye Hall, an American woman who had been detained by the Taliban since February, has been freed, a source with knowledge of the release told Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Saturday.

Donald Trump March 26

Democrat laughs at CNBC host bringing up Afghan pullout as example of worse incompetence than Signal screw up

Sen. Mark Warner laughed at CNBC’s Joe Kernan bringing up the Biden administration’s Afghan pullout as he attacked a leaked Signal group chat of Trump officials.

Afghanistan March 21

American released by Taliban returns home to 'champion's welcome'

George Glezmann received a warm welcome as he arrived in the U.S. after more than two years in Taliban captivity in a release that was secured by U.S. and Qatari officials.

Trump's First 100 Days March 21

Trump's hostage envoy Boehler met with Taliban in Kabul in first in-person meeting since takeover

President Donald Trump's hostage envoy traveled to Kabul to meet with Taliban officials in the first in-person meeting since the 2021 takeover to secure release of George Glezmann and discuss "beneficial" issues.

Afghanistan March 20

Taliban frees American hostage George Glezmann following negotiations with US, Qatar

Taliban authorities released American hostage George Glezmann on Thursday following negotiations between Qatari mediators and the Trump administration.