National Security
NATO allies gather in Brussels after inconclusive Ukraine peace talks in Moscow
NATO chief appeared to downplay the rare absence of Secretary of State Marco Rubio at what is meant to be a gathering of allies at a key moment in the U.S.-led pefforts. 
Afghan visa votes come back to haunt Republicans in key 2026 races
The D.C. shooting has put new scrutiny on what were once bipartisan efforts to resettle Afghan nationals who served alongside U.S. troops.
Pentagon inspector general investigation into 'Signalgate' is complete
The report was given to Defense Secretary Hegseth on Tuesday and could be released publicly later this week. 
Pete Hegseth says he didn't see survivors in the September boat strike because of 'the fog of war'
Lawmakers in both the House and the Senate have started inquiries into the "double tap" strikes, which critics have said could constitute a war crime.
White House confirms a second strike was ordered on an alleged drug boat
A Navy admiral authorized the attack, which some critics say could be a war crime because it killed survivors of the initial strike.
House and Senate to probe alleged Venezuelan drug boat strike
Both the House and the Senate Armed Services committees said separately that they would conduct "oversight" into the circumstances around the strikes.
Noem says National Guard shooting suspect was 'radicalized' in the U.S.
The homeland security secretary said authorities will be talking to Rahmanullah Lakanwal's connections in his home state.
D.C. shooting suspect was part of a unit whose veterans have struggled in the U.S.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal was a member of a CIA-backed "Zero Unit," an elite squad of Afghans who have faced hardships due to visa and employment issues.
U.S. to re-examine green card holders from 19 countries 'of concern'
The countries "of concern" include Afghanistan, Haiti and Venezuela, among others. The announcement comes a day after an attack on National Guard troops.
Trump says U.S. will 'very soon' take land action to stop alleged Venezuelan drug traffickers
Even as he increases military pressure, Trump has said that he could still hold talks with Venezuela's president, suggesting a possible diplomatic off-ramp.
From 'drone guy' to Ukraine peace negotiator: Who is Dan Driscoll?
The Army secretary, a close friend of Vice President JD Vance, has been newly tasked with helping end the war in Ukraine.
