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Reality TV star and former Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt said in a recent post that he is working with President Trump on a 25 percent federal film tax. In a Friday post on the social platform X, Pratt stated the move was to “bring back Hollywood.” “I’m committed to saving Hollywood, and I’m…
Club says Argentinian pro soccer player detained by ICE in Florida
An Argentinian soccer player has been detained by U.S. immigration officials while traveling with his American pro club in Florida, the team says.
Trump maintains vandalism claims, calls on Pirro to ‘re-visit’ Reflecting Pool
President Trump is asking the Justice Department (DOJ) to reconsider its move to drop criminal charges against those accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, continuing to assert vandalism was to blame for its appearance. Trump specifically urged U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro to “re-visit her hastily made decision” in…
Pentagon revokes former Air Force secretary’s access to classified information
The Pentagon revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s eligibility for access to classified information, accusing him of “unauthorized disclosure of classified information regarding Air Force One’s capabilities” to a news outlet, it announced Friday evening. Pentagon chief spokesperson Sean Parnell said the Defense Department (DOD) also yanked Kendall’s “ability to hold any sensitive position,”…
U.S. House Republicans press South Korea over online speech law
U.S. House Republicans are pressing South Korea over its revised online speech law, warning it could affect American companies and users.
Army removes a top US general in Europe from command
The U.S. Army removed a top general overseeing forces in Europe from command in recent days, close to two months before his time in the role is slated to end, two U.S. officials, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss internal personnel matters, told The Hill on Friday. Lt. Gen. Charles Costanza was the commanding…
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De la Espriella takes oath of office in Colombia amid tight security
The far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as president of Colombia Friday amid tight security at a ceremony at a university in Cali.
South Korea weighs broader debate on using North Korea’s official name
South Korea's unification minister says public debate should come before any wider government use of North Korea's official state name.
South Korea security chief meets new U.S. ambassador
South Korean security adviser Wi Sung-lac met U.S. Ambassador Michelle Steel for talks on strengthening bilateral security and economic ties.
When It Comes to AI, Why Is ‘Out of Control’ the Goal?
AI companies warn that increasingly capable models could escape human control. Stronger federal oversight could help ensure security keeps pace with innovation. The post When It Comes to AI, Why Is ‘Out of Control’ the Goal? appeared first on The National Interest.
In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran Doesn’t Want a Toll. It Wants a Veto.
The Gulf states should create a licensing authority to provide an alternate transit route out of the Strait of Hormuz. The post In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran Doesn’t Want a Toll. It Wants a Veto. appeared first on The National Interest.
Russia May Be Planning ‘Limited Incursions’ into Eastern Europe
If Russia is planning to act in Eastern Europe, it may believe it is best to do so before 2029, when President Donald Trump leaves office. The post Russia May Be Planning ‘Limited Incursions’ into Eastern Europe appeared first on The National Interest.