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House Speaker Mike Johnson criticized House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for endorsing New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, warning that Democrats would share responsibility for his progressive agenda. Mamdani, a democratic socialist, ran on sweeping economic reforms, including rent freezes and free childcare, which Johnson called harmful and politically risky ahead of the 2026 midterms. [...]

Recent policy changes in West Africa affecting entry for U.S. travelers reflect a broader shift in how international relationships are being navigated. Rather than representing a short-term disagreement, these decisions illustrate a growing desire among some nations to seek balanced treatment in global affairs. Officials in several West African countries have explained their actions using [...]

The U.S. Senate’s approval of Maj. Gen. John L. Rafferty Jr.’s promotion to lieutenant general and his appointment as commanding general of the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command marked a significant milestone for both the U.S. military and the Trump administration. Rafferty’s confirmation placed an experienced and well-regarded officer at the helm of [...]