The Trump administration is confronting discontent from allies in the Persian Gulf who say they were not given adequate time to prepare for the torrent of Iranian drones and missiles bombarding their countries in retaliation for strikes launched by the U.S. and Israel. https://to.pbs.org/3N3fG7i
President Donald Trump's latest comments were likely to raise further questions about the endgame of the war launched a week ago by the United States and Israel, which appears increasingly open-ended. https://to.pbs.org/47vqFx8
"Just when it looked like the labor market was stabilizing, this report delivers a knock-down blow to that view,'' said Olu Sonola, head of U.S. economics at Fitch Ratings. "It's bad news whichever way you look at it." https://to.pbs.org/4sdNCgZ
Three former U.S. presidents, Grammy-winning artists, clergy and elected officials are expected to attend a Chicago celebration of life on Friday for the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. https://to.pbs.org/4boAJuh
"This 2026 men's World Cup will finish off what '94 was meant to do and make America a true football-loving nation like the rest of the world," Roger Bennett says. https://to.pbs.org/4cspwtN
In “We the Women: The Hidden Heroes Who Shaped America,” Norah O’Donnell writes about 35 remarkable women and their pivotal roles in influencing the country we live in today. https://to.pbs.org/3MOMNvh
The United States and Venezuela agreed to reestablish diplomatic relations in a major shift in a historically adversarial relationship, the State Department said on Thursday. https://to.pbs.org/40R3yt6
Lloyd Blankfein is the former CEO of Goldman Sachs and just released his new book, "Streetwise: Getting to and Through Goldman Sachs." https://to.pbs.org/3OTKfga
Bernard LaFayette, the advance man who did the risky groundwork for the voter registration campaign in Selma, Alabama, that culminated in the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, has died. https://to.pbs.org/47ug2uu
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was ousted in the first Cabinet shakeup of President Trump's second term. https://to.pbs.org/3OQZlDm
Since its joint attack with the U.S. on Saturday, Israel has come under fire from Iran and its proxy in Lebanon, Hezbollah. It has rattled a country still reeling from the Oct. 7 attacks. https://to.pbs.org/4rxWP2x
There are more than half a million people of Iranian ancestry living in the United States. We spoke to some of them to learn how they're feeling about the war and about what might come next.
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"There's lots of talk today about what's bombed and what's destroyed and what the Iranians can't do anymore militarily," John Kirby says. "I don't think we're hearing enough about what is in their future and what can be done to make Iran a more peaceful nation." https://to.pbs.org/4b6EFhP
Since the start of the U.S. and Israeli attacks, hundreds of missiles and drones have been launched at Gulf nations by Iran. https://to.pbs.org/4lfFN7E
As the war spreads across the region, there's little sign of a let-up as the U.S. and Israel press the attack inside Iran. https://to.pbs.org/4aUbHDf
Colorado's Democratic governor, facing a pressure campaign from President Donald Trump, is signaling his openness to granting clemency to a former county clerk who was convicted in a scheme that attempted to find proof of fraud in the 2020 presidential election.
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Some two dozen states challenged President Donald Trump's new global tariffs on Thursday, filing a lawsuit over import taxes he imposed after a stinging loss at the Supreme Court. https://to.pbs.org/4aSki9l
A federal panel reviewing President Donald Trump's plans to build a ballroom at the White House got an earful Thursday from members of the public. Most speakers said they opposed the project and criticized it as too big and unnecessary. https://to.pbs.org/4suFcRT
President Donald Trump suggested Thursday that he and Secretary of State Marco Rubio plan to focus their attention on Cuba next but want to "wait a couple of weeks." https://to.pbs.org/4b41XF5
The United States and its allies in the Middle East are seeking Ukraine's expertise in countering Iran's Shahed drones, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. https://to.pbs.org/4lgfOgn
President Donald Trump hosted the 2025 MLS Cup champions Inter Miami, including Argentine soccer player Lionel Messi, at the White House Thursday. https://to.pbs.org/4aSPkht
"America is prepared to take on these threats and go on the offense alone if necessary," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a speech at U.S. Southern Command in Miami with defense officials from allied governments around the region. https://to.pbs.org/4aVrWQw
The House narrowly rejected a war powers resolution Thursday to halt President Donald Trump's attacks on Iran, an early sign of unease in Congress over the rapidly widening conflict that is reordering U.S. priorities at home and abroad. https://to.pbs.org/4rThhLV
Republican U.S. Sen. Steve Daines of Montana dropped his bid for a third term on Wednesday in a surprise withdrawal just minutes before a filing deadline for candidates. https://to.pbs.org/4l9aUS6
Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin told reporters at the Capitol that he would get DHS "focused on protecting the homeland."
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Iran's basic strategy is to instill fear about the dangers of a widening war in hopes that allies of the U.S. will apply enough pressure to halt their campaign. https://to.pbs.org/3P55MCF
In a matter of days, the conflict has continued to escalate — particularly with strikes in the Gulf states where, beyond the Middle East, airports serve as critical hubs connecting travelers going to Europe, Africa and Asia. https://to.pbs.org/3N6NhgC
House Speaker Mike Johnson and the GOP leadership are calling for Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas to withdraw from his reelection race after he admitted having an affair with a former staff member who later died by suicide. https://to.pbs.org/4rckOUE
Republicans invoked the war in Iran and the prospect of retaliatory terrorist attacks as they made another unsuccessful effort Thursday to pass a bill funding the Department of Homeland Security.
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The agency, which is currently affected by a partial government shutdown, has been roiled by widespread backlash over its aggressive tactics.
The job of Homeland Security secretary, a Cabinet position, requires Senate confirmation.
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