'We Will Defend Ourselves': Miguel Diaz-Canel Takes Stand Against U.S. Invasion

'We Will Defend Ourselves': Miguel Diaz-Canel Takes Stand Against U.S. Invasion

Joseph Quesada
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April 13, 2026
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel affirmed that the people of Cuba would defend themselves should the U.S. attempt to invade the communist country and depose him. During an interview with NBC News’ “Meet the Press," Diaz-Canel discussed the negative economic and regional security effects that could occur if the U.S. launches a military campaign on the […]
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Trump Announces U.S. Blockade Of Strait Of Hormuz

Trump Announces U.S. Blockade Of Strait Of Hormuz

Joseph Quesada
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April 13, 2026
President Donald Trump has  announced that the U.S. Navy will “immediately” begin a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, barring “any and all ships trying to enter or leave the Strait of Hormuz.” The announcement comes after the U.S. and the Islamic Republic failed to reach an accord during peace talks in Pakistan. "Effective immediately, […]
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Greg Steube Urges Iran to Hold up Their End of Ceasefire 'Agreement'

Greg Steube Urges Iran to Hold up Their End of Ceasefire 'Agreement'

Joseph Quesada
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April 10, 2026
U.S. Rep. Greg Steube (R-Fla.) shared a video clip of his appearance on the Todd Starnes Show, in which he discussed Iran's reliability during the agreed-upon 2-week ceasefire between Washington and Iran amid the nearly 6-week-long conflict. “So, what happens here if Iran does not hold up its side of the agreement?” Starnes asked. “Well, […]
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American Airlines Announces Resumed Flights to Venezuela

American Airlines Announces Resumed Flights to Venezuela

Joseph Quesada
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April 10, 2026
American Airlines announced plans to resume flights to Venezuela “as soon as April 30,” amid pending government approvals and security measures. The airline’s proposal includes “daily nonstop service between Miami (MIA) and Caracas, Venezuela (CSC).” “American was the first airline to announce plans to restart service to Venezuela, and we are encouraged by the progress […]
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Judge Rules Against The Pentagon's Restrictive Press Policy

Judge Rules Against The Pentagon's Restrictive Press Policy

Joseph Quesada
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April 10, 2026
A federal judge ruled that the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) violated a court order requiring it to restore access to the Pentagon for reporters after the agency’s stringent restrictions on journalists. U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman rebuked the department for attempting to circumvent his March 20, 2026, decision by establishing a new press policy. […]
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Sen. Moody and Rep. Bean Announce National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum Act

Sen. Moody and Rep. Bean Announce National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum Act

Joseph Quesada
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April 10, 2026
U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) announced a new bill designating the only National Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Museum and Memorial in the U.S., located in Jacksonville, Fla., as a National Landmark. U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean (R-Fla.), the House sponsor and original proponent of the legislation, joined Sen. Moody at the former Naval Air […]
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House GOP Blocks Democrats's War Powers Resolution Proposal

House GOP Blocks Democrats's War Powers Resolution Proposal

Joseph Quesada
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April 9, 2026
As the war with Iran approaches its sixth week, Democratic congressmembers have attempted another effort to check President Donald Trump’s executive power as Commander-in-Chief. According to a report from USA Today, Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives deterred congressional Democrats from “considering a measure to halt military hostilities in the region.” Congress is currently […]
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Trump Affirms Military Forces Will Remain Around Iran Until 'Real Agreement' is Reached

Trump Affirms Military Forces Will Remain Around Iran Until 'Real Agreement' is Reached

Joseph Quesada
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April 9, 2026
President Donald Trump affirmed that all combat troops, aircrafts, and warships will remain around Iran “until such time as the REAL AGREEMENT reached is fully complied with.” The president’s statement comes after the Islamic Republic closed the Strait of Hormuz once again in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon. “All U.S. Ships, Aircraft, and Military […]
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Maria Elvira Salazar Marks First Conviction Under TAKE IT DOWN Act

Maria Elvira Salazar Marks First Conviction Under TAKE IT DOWN Act

Joseph Quesada
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April 9, 2026
U.S. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) marked the first-ever conviction secured under the Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and Networks Act (TAKE IT DOWN). “Predators using deepfakes to target women and children are being prosecuted. NO MERCY,” Congresswoman Salazar wrote in a post via X. “This law is delivering […]
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Donald Trump Lashes Out at NATO After Meeting With Secretary-General

Donald Trump Lashes Out at NATO After Meeting With Secretary-General

Joseph Quesada
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April 9, 2026
President Donald Trump lashed out at the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and its members after a roughly two-hour closed-door meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte. During the meeting, they reportedly discussed the war in Iran and the future of the alliance. “NATO WASN’T THERE WHEN WE NEEDED THEM, AND THEY WON’T BE THERE IF […]
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Trump Threatens 50% Tariff On Countries Supplying Weapons to Iran

Trump Threatens 50% Tariff On Countries Supplying Weapons to Iran

Joseph Quesada
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April 8, 2026
President Donald Trump warned that the U.S. will impose a 50% tariff “on any and all goods” to any country “supplying military weapons to Iran” in a social media post via Truth Social. “A Country supplying Military Weapons to Iran will be immediately tariffed, on any and all goods sold to the United States of […]
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Carlos Gimenez Calls Out Democrats' 'Hypocrisy' on Cuba

Carlos Gimenez Calls Out Democrats' 'Hypocrisy' on Cuba

Joseph Quesada
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April 8, 2026
U.S. Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez (R-Fla.) recently spoke with Fox Business to share his thoughts on Democratic Congressmembers Pramila Jayapal (Wash.) and Jonathan Jackson’s (Ill.) five-day congressional delegation to Cuba. Rep. Gimenez also discussed recent news that the island nation has deepened its reliance on Chinese solar technology, as the U.S. oil blockade continues to […]
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Rubio Confirms Release of Journalist Shelly Kittleson in Iraq

Rubio Confirms Release of Journalist Shelly Kittleson in Iraq

Joseph Quesada
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April 8, 2026
State Secretary Marco Rubio confirmed the release of American freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson. Kittleson, who, according to The Associated Press (AP), is known for “pursuing gutsy, low-budget assignments,” was abducted from a street corner in Baghdad, Iraq, on Mar. 31, 2026. “I am pleased to announce the release of American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was […]
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Maria Elvira Salazar Fires Back at Brandon Gill Over DIGNITY Act

Maria Elvira Salazar Fires Back at Brandon Gill Over DIGNITY Act

Joseph Quesada
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April 8, 2026
U.S. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) has fired back at fellow GOP Texas Congressman Brandon Gill over his remarks on the Dignity for Immigrants while Guarding our Nation to Ignite and Deliver the American Dream Act (DIGNIDAD). “The Dignity Act is mass amnesty and would constitute a terrible betrayal of our voters,” Rep. Gill claimed in […]
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'It's a War Crime': U.S. Veterans in Miami React to Trump's Threat

'It's a War Crime': U.S. Veterans in Miami React to Trump's Threat

Joseph Quesada
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April 7, 2026
U.S. Veterans and Democratic officials have reacted to President Donald Trump’s recent wave of threats to Iran, labeling the president’s warnings as a “war crime,” with several officials calling for the president’s removal from office. Alex Tabet, a reporter for MS Now, interviewed several U.S. Veterans at American Legion South Miami Post-31 in Miami, FL. […]
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ICE Has Arrested Over 800 People Using TSA Data Records

ICE Has Arrested Over 800 People Using TSA Data Records

Joseph Quesada
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April 7, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reportedly arrested over 800 individuals using traveler data shared by federal airport security officials since the beginning of President Donald Trump’s second term through Feb. 2026, according to internal agency records reviewed by Reuters. Data gathered by the outlet indicates that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) provided ICE with […]
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Iran Suspends All Communication with U.S. Amid Trump's Deadline

Iran Suspends All Communication with U.S. Amid Trump's Deadline

Joseph Quesada
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April 7, 2026
Iran has reportedly cut off all diplomatic and indirect communications with the U.S. following President Donald Trump’s consecutive threats against the Islamic Republic, which contained a self-imposed deadline for Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. According to Iranian media outlet Tehran Times via reports from Indian media outlet Firstpost, “Iran has closed all diplomatic […]
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'A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight': Trump Warns Iran

'A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight': Trump Warns Iran

Joseph Quesada
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April 7, 2026
President Donald Trump issued another stark warning to Iran roughly 12 hours before the deadline he previously set for the Islamic Republic to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Over the weekend, the president published an expletive threat to Tehran, telling them to “Open the F***ing Strait” or “you’ll be living in Hell,” before marking the […]
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