The Pentagon’s 2nd in command was not informed of defense secretary’s hospitalization
The Pentagon kept Lloyd Austin’s hospitalization under wraps for days. The secrecy is in contrast to the usual practice among…
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Up First briefing: Congress announces new spending deal; Lloyd Austin’s hospital stay
Congress reaches a deal to fund the government through the end of the fiscal year to avoid a shutdown. Defense…
Congressional leaders reached an agreement on overall governament spending
Congress has reached a deal on funding the government, but still can’t agree on funding for Ukraine and Israel. That…
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More Israeli soldiers head north toward the border with Lebanon. Congressional leaders reach deal to fund the government. The president…
4 things to know about Taiwan’s ‘crucial’ election — and where the U.S. fits in
Analysts say the presidential election will be “crucial” for the future of the Asian island and its relationships with both…