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CBS delays '60 Minutes' interview of El Salvador prison detainees, says story needed additional work
El Salvador's maximum-security prison, where detainee from the U.S. were sent, is known as CECOT.
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Hegseth promises to fix barracks, but work could take time
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has pledged to tackle longstanding issues with U.S. military barracks that have frustrated troops, lawmakers, and taxpayers for decades. In a recent social media post, Hegseth flipped through a 118-page Government Accountability Office
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US launches airstrikes against ISIS in Syria in retribution for deaths of Americans
The attacks were on ISIS fighters, infrastructure, and weapons sites in Syria.
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Suspected Trump assassin flagged by U.S. during return from Ukraine, but Homeland refused probe
Customs and Border Protection agency's concerns about Ryan Routh when he returned to Hawaii in June 2023 latest tale of missed law enforcement opportunities.
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Border Patrol reports slight increase in illegal border crossings from July to August
The agency reported that just over 58,000 migrants were arrested for trying to enter the country illegally on the country's southern border. The number is slightly higher than the 56,399 arrested in July, but it's 68% lower than 2023, according to the CBP.
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Secret Service calling for more support from Congress in aftermath of Trump assassination attempt
The acting director commended the Secret Service agents who thwarted the attack, but said more resources are needed from Congress for the agency to act in its fullest capacity.
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Alleged assassin’s criminal record, foreign travel raise questions U.S. intel may be able to answer
Routh’s criminal record, foreign travel to Ukraine, and purported plans to recruit ex-Afghan soldiers to fight against Russia likely put Routh in the crosshairs of U.S. intelligence agencies.
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Hawley releases Secret Service whistleblower report with more missteps at Butler rally
Whistleblowers approached Hawley’s office after he began investigating the security failures at the rally where would-be assassin Thomas Crooks opened fire on Donald Trump.
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Former FBI agent says would-be Trump assassin’s devices likely already compromised by intel agencies
The ex-agent said one of the first investigative steps would likely be for the FBI to contact other intelligence agencies about what data, if any, they had collected on Routh.
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State Department slams Russian publication RT for 'covert influence activities'
The State Department said the publication has carried out cyber operations in Europe, Africa, and North and South America. It also alleged that the publication operates a crowdfunding site that helps the former Soviet country procure weapons, and other military equipment from China.
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Biden to host foreign leaders at Quad summit in Delaware
The "Quad alliance" consists of the United States, Australia, India, and Japan. It was largely created to combat China's growing influence.
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FBI says it is still looking for former bin Laden associate over alleged role in 9/11 terror attacks
The State Department is offering a $5 million reward for Al Ghamdi's location.