Trump, Donald
President Donald Trump declared a public safety emergency in Washington on Monday, taking over the city's police department and activating 800 members of the National Guard in an effort to reduce crime. The president, flanked by his attorney general, defence secretary, and FBI director, said he would also
Police departments
U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.) announced that they will reintroduce legislation to grant the District of Columbia full control over the D.C. National Guard and the Metropolitan Police Department. This move comes as President Donald Trump assumes control of D.
Ambassadors
Ireland's outgoing Ambassador to Uganda, Mr. Kevin Colgan, has reaffirmed his country's commitment to supporting Ugandan students seeking scholarship opportunities, despite the high cost of higher education persisting in the region. Since 1994, the Irish government has supported hundreds of professionals through its Ireland Fellows Programme,
Ambassadors
HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs, hosted farewell receptions for the ambassadors of Tunisia and Lebanon in his office at Muaskar Al Murtafaa. The departing ambassadors, Azzedine el Tayse and Albert Samaha, respectively, were bid farewell by HH Sayyid Shihab, who expressed appreciation
Congressional representatives
Congressman John Moolenaar recently voted in favor of H.R. 4016, The Defense Appropriations Act, 2026, a legislation that aims to advance American interests, strengthen national security, and invest in military readiness. The act provides a 3.8% pay raise for servicemembers, increased support for their families, and funding for
Congressional representatives
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Department of Defense Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2026, with a total funding of $831.5 billion. The bill, which was championed by Rep. Mark Alford, prioritizes American military superiority, efficiency, and effectiveness, while also addressing concerns related to border security,
Congressional representatives
The House has passed the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Act, which invests in America's national security, advances President Trump's America First agenda, and takes care of troops and their families. The bill refocuses the Department of Defense on its core responsibilities, including equipping a combat-ready
Family
The Federal Trade Commission, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and AARP are joining forces to discuss scams that target military consumers. A virtual event, hosted by AARP Fraud Watch, will delve into military consumer fraud data and the ways scammers target servicemembers, veterans, and military families. The panel
Family
Washington -- Nevada Senator Catherine Cortez Masto and six of her colleagues have sent a letter to the Trump administration, expressing outrage over its decision to release Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) from its obligation to pay $95 million in penalties and restitution. This move effectively excuses NFCU from accountability
Congressional representatives
Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) has announced that the House Armed Services Committee has completed its mark-up of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes several key provisions she championed to support servicemembers, modernize the fleet, and strengthen Hampton Roads' role in national defense. The NDAA
Family
The Walsall Community Association organized a thriving Armed Forces Day event at their grounds, bringing together individuals of all ages for a celebration filled with delectable food, engaging activities, and poignant moments of reflection and gratitude. The event featured a live outdoor Commonwealth food demonstration led by the late Queen
Congressional representatives
As the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) moves forward, Rep. Jack Bergman, Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness, has secured significant wins that address critical challenges facing the military. These provisions, aimed at modernizing tools, improving safety, and delivering on promises to military families, demonstrate a
