U.S. launches strikes on Iranian targets in Strait of Hormuz, officials say
The U.S. military conducted limited strikes on Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, officials said. Charlie D'Agata reports.
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Trump Says US to Cut Off $4 Billion in Aid to Israel By Year-End
President Donald Trump said he had an agreement with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the US to cut off $4 billion in aid by the end of the year.
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Weary Gulf Hopes US Elects to Skip More Strikes
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How to watch the 2026 midterm election results on Fox News across platforms
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Trump's unusual last-minute message to voters before the midterms
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Sen. Schumer calls mood on Election Day ‘nauseously optimistic’ after casting vote
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer voted in the 2026 midterm election and spoke to reporters, saying, “We don't want to count our chickens before they hatch.” NBC News' Julie Tsirkin breaks down what Sen. Schumer said after casting his…
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U.S. officials confirmed defensive strikes against Iran's Qeshm Island after a U.S. aircraft came under fire. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
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Californians vote on ballot initiative to impose one-time tax on billionaires
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