
Murkowski Says She Will Vote Against Blanche for Attorney General
The Alaska Republican's opposition leaves President Trump's pick to lead the Justice Department with almost no margin for error in the Senate.

Trump Stands by Hegseth: 'One of My Best'
The president defended his defense secretary in an interview with NBC News as Republican senators and allies questioned Pete Hegseth's handling of the Pentagon during the war with Iran.

US Air Defense Missile Stockpiles 'Extremely Low' After War With Iran
A Center for Strategic and International Studies analysis found Patriot stocks down by two-thirds and THAAD inventories cut roughly in half, a constraint analysts say will shape any new phase of the conflict.

Trump to Announce $180 Million for Mining Education and Training
The grants are part of a broader push to expand U.S. production of critical minerals now dominated by China.

McConnell Says He Has Been Discharged From Rehabilitation Center
The Kentucky Republican, hospitalized since a mid-June fall, said he will continue an intensive physical therapy regimen at home.