Trump revives Chicago crackdown calls after shooting kills 14-year-old, days after Pentagon withdrew some National Guard troops sent under Operation Midway Blitz.
International airlines from Europe and Latin America suspend Venezuela flights after FAA warns of military activity as U.S. attacks have killed 83 since September.
Trump posts late Saturday night all-caps demand that 6 Democratic lawmakers with military and CIA service “SHOULD BE IN JAIL” for video telling service members they can refuse illegal orders, repeating sedition claim he said is “punishable by DEATH.”
Pentagon urges House investigation of Rep. Eugene Vindman for allegedly consulting for Ukraine without approval, days after he led effort demanding Trump-MBS call transcript about Khashoggi.
Trump enlists Jack Nicklaus to redesign Joint Base Andrews golf courses without disclosing financing despite business ties to Nicklaus-designed courses Trump owns and rarely using the military facility.
FAA warns airlines of “potentially hazardous situation” flying over Venezuela as U.S. military buildup in region includes Navy’s largest aircraft carrier, eight warships, F-35s.
Coast Guard restores “hate symbols” language for swastikas and nooses after public outcry, but new policy still weakens investigation requirements and eliminates transgender references.
Trump administration gives Ukraine one week to accept peace framework ceding parts of eastern Ukraine to Russia or risk losing U.S. military and intelligence support.
Federal judge rules Trump’s 2,000-soldier Washington deployment illegal, saying president lacks authority to dispatch National Guard for crime deterrence despite violence claims.
Border Patrol arrests over 250 people in North Carolina as 250 agents prepare for New Orleans immigration crackdown, both operations led by commander Gregory Bovino.
Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg departs in January after White House deemed him too sympathetic to Ukraine, as administration pushes peace plan requiring Ukrainian territorial concessions.
Coast Guard reclassifies swastikas and nooses as “potentially divisive” rather than hate incidents, despite acting Commandant Kevin Lunday denying this weakens protections.
Trump calls for death penalty for six Democratic lawmakers with military backgrounds after they told service members that they can refuse illegal orders.
9th Circuit orders Oregon National Guard troops to remain under federal control but blocks deployment, an hour after Gov. Tina Kotek announced all 200 troops would be demobilized by Friday.
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll arrives in Ukraine to “discuss efforts to end the war” as reports surface of 28-point peace plan requiring Ukraine to cede territory, weapons, and significantly reduce Armed Forces.
Trump designates Saudi Arabia as major non-NATO ally during dinner for Mohammed bin Salman, opening door to further military cooperation while Trump family has business interests in the kingdom.
Six Democratic lawmakers with military and intelligence backgrounds urge servicemembers to refuse illegal orders after Trump’s Caribbean boat strikes kill at least 83 people.
Department of Homeland Security deploying 250 agents to New Orleans for two-month operation targeting 5,000 arrests, led by commander previously rebuked by federal judge for misleading court.
Trump says Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman “knew nothing” about Khashoggi murder despite 2021 U.S. intelligence assessment finding he approved the operation, announces F-35 sales.
Trump approves F-35 fighter jet sale to Saudi Arabia despite Pentagon intelligence warning China could acquire technology and questions over Israel’s military edge requirement.
Tennessee judge blocks National Guard deployment in Memphis ruling Gov. Lee exceeded authority, issues 5-day hold allowing appeal.
UN Security Council approves Trump’s Gaza plan creating force to disarm Hamas over group’s objections, while resolution references Palestinian statehood Israel firmly opposes.
U.S. military kills three in 21st strike on alleged drug boat since September, providing no evidence as death toll from attacks in Caribbean and Pacific exceeds 75.
Federalized California and Texas National Guard troops withdraw from Portland and Chicago after courts blocked their deployment since October.
Marines acknowledge they returned fire on gang members who attacked Thursday in Port-au-Prince, where gangs control 90% of city.
Memphis National Guard deployment expands to 350 troops under Trump task force while Shelby County Mayor Harris sues Governor Lee claiming unconstitutional military use.
U.S. conducts 20th attack on alleged drug boat in Caribbean, killing four, with 80 dead across 20 attacks since September as officials provide no evidence vessels smuggled drugs.
Trump launches Operation Southern Spear military deployment to Latin America for counter-narcotics, weighs attacks on Venezuela without congressional war declaration.
Justice Department drafts classified opinion granting troops immunity for boat attacks killing 76 people despite allies calling operations violations of international law.
USS Gerald R Ford arrives in Caribbean with largest US Latin America presence in decades as Trump refuses to rule out Venezuela land strikes.
Colombia orders security forces to stop sharing intelligence with US until attacks on suspected drug boats end after 75 killed since August.
Transgender Air Force members who served 15-18 years sue over revoked pensions after service promised retirement, issued official orders, then rescinded benefits three months later.
US military attacks two more boats in Eastern Pacific, killing six without knowing identities of those aboard, bringing total to 76 killed in 19 attacks based on classified Justice Department finding claiming armed conflict with cartels.
Judge allows West Virginia to continue deploying 300 National Guard troops to patrol Washington streets under Trump crime emergency declared despite Justice Department reporting violent crime at 30-year low.
Multiple people fall ill after suspicious package opened at Joint Base Andrews, evacuating two buildings before investigation finds no immediate threat.
Trump-appointed judge blocks National Guard deployment to Portland, rules president exceeded authority despite governor’s objections and no federal request.
U.S. deploys attack aircraft to El Salvador including AC-130J Ghostrider gunship as part of Caribbean military buildup involving 10,000 troops.
Pentagon prohibits military participation in NFL Veterans Day events including flyovers and ceremonies due to government shutdown.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces U.S. military killed three more people in Caribbean boat attack, bringing death toll to 70 across 18 vessels destroyed since September without publishing evidence targets posed threat.
GOP senators reject resolution that would have blocked Trump from conducting military action in Venezuela without congressional authorization.
Rubio and Hegseth brief Democrats and Republicans together on boat attacks for first time in two months after Warner said someone should be fired for last week’s Republicans-only briefing.
Senate Republicans slam Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby for not informing Armed Services Committee about Romania troop withdrawal and Ukraine assistance decisions as Democrats echo frustration over being excluded.
U.S. circulates draft UN Security Council resolution authorizing international stabilization force in Gaza through 2027, requiring approval from 15-member council where China and Russia threaten veto.
Defense Secretary Hegseth announces 16th attack on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific killing 2, bringing death toll to 66 as both parties demand legal justification and evidence.
Trump threatens to invade Nigeria, world’s sixth most populous country, over alleged Christian killings as defense secretary says they’re “preparing for action.”
Trump says he doubts US will go to war with Venezuela despite ongoing attacks that have killed at least 64 people and deployment of warships and fighter jets.
Trump-appointed judge blocks Trump’s deployment of 400 National Guard troops to Portland, ruling federal takeover of state forces likely violates Constitution.
Trump’s nuclear weapons testing order will test delivery systems without explosions, energy secretary clarifies after Trump’s vague announcement.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces 17th vessel attack killing 3 people one day after UN called for halt to strikes, condemned attacks as extrajudicial killings violating international law.
