Senate 2 days ago Thune torches Senate Dems for allowing 'far-left' lawmakers to hijack party after blocking crucial bill Republicans failed to advance the defense appropriations bill after Senate Democrats voted against the procedural measure as the government shutdown drags on.
Senate 3 days ago Senate Dems tank GOP plan to pay troops, fund Pentagon as shutdown hits Day 16 Republicans fail to advance defense appropriations bill as Senate Democrats demand clarity on which spending measures would be attached to the legislation.
Senate 3 days ago Republicans push to pay troops, reopen government as Democrats balk Senate Democrats signal they will likely block a procedural vote on the defense spending bill, despite Senate Majority Leader John Thune's efforts to restart funding.
Coast Guard October 10 US turns to Finland to close Arctic ‘icebreaker gap’ as Russia, China expand polar presence Finland will provide four new icebreakers to America under a $6.1 billion agreement as the U.S. seeks to strengthen Arctic defense against Russia and China.
Senate October 9 Senate advances 2026 defense bill after weeks of delay as shutdown drags on The Senate advanced the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act on a bipartisan vote late Thursday during Day 9 of the government shutdown.
Pete Hegseth September 30 Hegseth tells troops to resign if they oppose his plan to scrap ‘woke’ policies and restore warrior ethos Pete Hegseth announces 10 new military directives ending DEI offices and identity months while requiring gender-neutral combat standards at Marine base address.
Defense Spending & Budget News September 29 Trump to attend Tuesday's unprecedented gathering of US military commanders President Donald Trump will join top military commanders and War Secretary Pete Hegseth for an unprecedented meeting at Quantico Marine Corps base on Tuesday.
Senate September 2 Senate advances defense bill boosting service member pay, Pentagon reforms The Senate teed up debate on the $925B National Defense Authorization Act on Tuesday, a bill focused on Pentagon reforms rather than gutting “woke" policies.
Opinion August 25 Fiddling while Rome burns: America ignores China’s rising red tide China builds massive military capabilities targeting 2027 Taiwan readiness while U.S. forces remain overstretched across multiple global commitments.
VIDEO August 19 Trump ramps up efforts to end Russia-Ukraine war: 'Pathway to peace' 'Outnumbered' discusses President Donald Trump's push for continued peace after meeting with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders.
VIDEO August 6 Trump shows off ‘brand new’ B-2 bomber model while touting 'flawless' mission in Iran President Donald Trump touts the ‘flawless’ execution of Operation Midnight Hammer while holding a model of a 'brand new’ B-2 bomber in the White House.
VIDEO August 4 Trump will not submit to Putin's 'psychological warfare' like Biden did: Gen. Jack Keane 91±¬ÁÏ senior strategic analyst Gen. Jack Keane (ret.) discusses President Donald Trump deploying two nuclear submarines near Russia on 'America's Newsroom.'
Media July 30 'Pod Save America' Obama bros want to see Democrats totally cut off aid to Israel Former Obama aide and “Pod Save America" co-host Tommy Vietor called on the Democratic Party to advocate harder for cutting off military aid to Israel.
Defense Spending & Budget News June 27 Pentagon unveils $961B budget request: Fund for Golden Dome, missiles and drones, fewer F-35 jets Trump administration unveils $961 billion Pentagon budget with $848.3 billion in discretionary funding, featuring cuts to F-35 purchases and increased investment in drones.
VIDEO June 25 Former NATO chief touts Trump's 'historic' defense spending achievement Norway's Minister of Finance Jens Stoltenberg joins 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss President Donald Trump arriving at the NATO Summit as leaders are set to agree on a defense spending increase.
Secretary of Defense June 12 California Dem tells Hegseth he's an 'embarrassment' to the US, should 'get the hell out' of the DOD Tensions erupted on Capitol Hill as Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-Calif., told Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to 'get the hell out' of the Defense Department.
VIDEO June 12 Democrat tells Pete Hegseth to 'get the hell out' of the Defense Department Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-Calif., questions Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth during House Armed Services Committee hearing.
VIDEO June 11 Democrat criticizes defense secretary over money for military parade 91±¬ÁÏ chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin breaks down the heated moments of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's second day taking questions from senators about the department's spending on 'Special Report.'
Politics June 11 Trump's DOGE efficiency agency says it slashes $25B in federal spending as rehiring begins DOGE reports federal non-defense obligations decreased by 22.4% compared to 2024, while multiple agencies including HHS, IRS and FDA start rehiring workers cut during efficiency measures.
VIDEO June 10 Pete Hegseth defends deployment of troops to LA during tense congressional hearing 91±¬ÁÏ chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin breaks down the scrutiny Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces on Capitol Hill over the deployment of troops to Los Angeles and the department's budget on 'Special Report.'
VIDEO June 10 Trump addresses anti-ICE riots, calls US Army the 'ultimate shield of American freedom' President Donald Trump speaks to troops in Fort Bragg, N.C., in honor of the U.S. Army's 250th birthday.
VIDEO June 10 House Dem grills Hegseth on submarine spending plans: 'Give us the details' Rep. Rosa DeLauro grilled Secretary Pete Hegseth on his plans for speeding up the nation's lagging shipbuilding process, saying the previous administration was similarly opaque about its plans
Opinion June 7 Deadly drone wars are already here and the US is horribly unprepared Ukraine uses affordable drones to destroy Russian bombers worth billions, as defense experts warn America's outdated procurement systems leave the country vulnerable
VIDEO June 3 US defense is 'lightyears behind' other countries' drone technology, warns national security analyst 91±¬ÁÏ contributor Brett Velicovich demands U.S. defenses 'adapt' to modern warfare after Ukraine's drone strikes on 'The Story.'
Defense Spending & Budget News June 2 Ukraine’s surprise attack shows it may take a ‘major drone strike’ to change US defense policy, experts say The conflict underscores need for coordinated federal and private efforts to close gaps in homeland drone protection
Opinion May 29 SENS WARREN, SHEEHY: Pentagon wastes billions with devastating repair rules. We’re working together to stop it Soldiers in the field can't wait 207 days for contractors to fix equipment. Bipartisan support grows for plan that improves readiness and cuts defense costs.
VIDEO May 27 Trump's 'Golden Dome' system increasingly protects US against hypersonic threats, says Lockheed Martin CEO Lockheed Martin CEO Jim Taiclet weighs in on the Trump administration's Golden Dome defense system announcement on 'Special Report.'
VIDEO May 22 Trump admin pledges massive overhaul aimed to improve Coast Guard 91±¬ÁÏ chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin breaks down the Trump administration's planned upgrades for the U.S. Coast Guard on 'Special Report.'
Politics May 21 House Republicans nearing vote on Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' GOP leaders aim for a swift House vote on the Big Beautiful Bill, using a manager's amendment to secure support, as debt ceiling deadlines loom.
VIDEO May 21 Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse gets in shouting match with Lee Zeldin Rhode Island Democratic Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse shouts at EPA administrator Lee Zeldin.