Lawmakers are commemorating the progress of the Waste and Illegal Property Eradication (WIPE) Act, a bipartisan and bicameral bill aimed at eliminating burn pits. The initiative seeks to safeguard servicemembers’ health and enhance national security by building on previous efforts such as the Honoring Our PACT Act of 2022.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth invoked the “fog of war” in justifying a follow-up strike on a suspected drug-carrying boat in the Caribbean Sea. The operation, discussed during a White House Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, highlights the intense uncertainties faced by military officials making real-time calls.

USCIS has announced it will suspend all Afghan immigration, citing a recent National Guard attack. This abrupt shift, described as an “America First Response,” underscores the government’s intensified focus on security and immigration controls.

America’s defenses are facing an emerging threat: artificial intelligence that boosts disinformation tactics. As AI evolves, experts warn that malicious actors can leverage technology to send false narratives farther and faster than ever before.

A surging wave of cyberattacks is exposing dangerous gaps in America’s digital defenses. With adversaries growing bolder, an editorial warns that the U.S. government must stop “unilaterally disarming” and strengthen its cybersecurity posture.

Japan is reportedly preparing a sweeping new economic stimulus package expected to exceed last year’s ¥13.9 trillion effort. Prime Minister Takaichi, a noted fiscal dove, aims to confront inflation, boost key industries, and enhance national security through her first major initiative.

Communities nationwide are questioning the rising water consumption of AI data centers. As concerns mount, experts and officials warn that failing to secure fresh water supplies could undermine the nation’s infrastructure and security.

A hunting stand unexpectedly drew federal attention after it was discovered in the line of sight of Air Force One’s landing zone on Friday. The FBI and Secret Service are now working together to determine the significance of the find and whether any immediate threat existed.

John Bolton, who served as President Trump’s national security adviser, arrived at a federal courthouse to surrender on 18 federal charges involving classified documents. The criminal case has placed renewed focus on how top officials manage sensitive records. Observers say the trial may influence future debates on government secrecy.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is acquiring additional property in Chicago for federal law enforcement efforts. This move, described by Secretary Kristi Noem as “doubling down,” signals an intensified commitment to national security and crime prevention in the city.