US acknowledges for the first time that it has deployed weapons in space
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States has confirmed for the first time that it has deployed weapons in space, a remarkable revelation after previous warnings about countries such as Russia possibly weaponizing a global frontier long agreed in treaties to be used for only peaceful purposes. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink told the Air and Space Cyber Conference in Maryland on Monday that the U. S. has fielded “on-orbit space control weapons capable of defending the Joint Force against hostile...
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- US acknowledges for the first time that it has deployed weapons in space
- Federal corruption trial opens for DC Council member Trayon White
- US strips millions in military aid from Europe and Mideast to back Trump-aligned nations in Americas
- Judge blocks Kennedy Center board from putting Trumps name on the building or grounds in any way
- US military says it destroyed 2 small Iranian boats trying to steal a drone
- US judge eyes January trial date for Libyan man charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103
- Maduro ally Alex Saab pleads guilty in federal money laundering case
- As AI debate flares, Melania Trump tours a North Carolina school to see technology at work
- FBI chief Kash Patel defends loosening of employment standards on bestiality, prostitution
- Trump slams the Supreme Court for rejecting his push to restrict mail ballots
- Belarus authoritarian leader meets US envoy to push for lifting sanctions
- Senate is to vote on cryptocurrency regulation as Democrats push back on Trump investments
- 2 US government personnel were accidentally shot by soldiers in the African nation of Eswatini
- Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trumps demands
- Black Caucus launches effort to boost voting among Black, rural and young voters in midterms
- Supreme Court rejects Trump mail ballot restrictions ahead of midterms
- Carney heads to Europe for high-stakes speech and deeper EU ties as Canada clashes with Trump
- Tech CEOs call for AI regulation. Trump and Congress are not rushing to act
- McConnell returns to the Senate for the first time since his June hospitalization
- Supreme Court lifts a cloud over midterms, letting mail ballots flow as normal to voters
- DHS voter probe may break state laws and wrongly implicate US citizens, whistleblower alleges
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
- US watchdog tallies Iran wars hit to weapons stockpiles, military bases and more
- Trump calls AI risks a hoax, says there is a SICK conspiracy against AI and data centers
- Trump nominates wife of God Bless the USA singer Lee Greenwood to serve as US ambassador
- Ex-CIA Director John Brennan issued subpoena in Trump grand conspiracy investigation, lawyer says
- EPA eliminates rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants
- Missouri election chief faces whistleblower lawsuit from fired election integrity director
- Maduro ally Alex Saab expected to plead guilty in federal money laundering case
- Democrats and activist groups plan to push back if Trump tries to interfere in midterm elections
- Kennedy Center board to propose new options for honoring Trump as center confronts solvency worries
- Texas landowners ask a court to stop Trumps Big Bend wall plans
- Supreme Court to decide whether to hear Maine lobstermans challenge to GPS boat tracker requirement
- Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Delawares state primary
- Second federal judge freezes Trump mail ballot order with US Supreme Court poised to weigh in
- Trump agreed to new ethics rules to get a crypto bill across the line. But that might not be enough
- Trump agrees to new bipartisan ethics provision in massive crypto bill, Republican senators say
Sun, 13 Sep 2026
- Trump says hes lifting a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey because everybodys been bugging me about it
- Trump says hell consider releasing 9/11 records after families request
- Trump loves the game of golf and takes pride in his relationships with some of the pros
- House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trumps $5,000 dividend needs congressional approval
- Trump downplays the need to check AI development and says he doesnt want to cede edge to China
- The secret ballot has been an article of faith in US elections. Thats being tested in Georgia
- Inside a Philadelphia barbershop, Black men debate their political past and future
- Federal judge rules Trump DHS plan for 50% FEMA staffing cuts was unlawful
Sat, 12 Sep 2026
- Trump touches a nerve while in Ireland by saying reunification would be fantastic
- Why Canada? Americas northern neighbor seems an unlikely target for a trade war
- Trump wants the Smithsonian Institution to install George Washington statues and exhibit
- Trump ally in Wisconsin sticks close to the president as Democrats push to flip swing district
- Ukrainians embed with US forces during drills in Germany to teach the latest in drone warfare
- From blue wave heroes to early exits: What happened to the 2018 House Democrats
Fri, 11 Sep 2026
- Republicans made El-Sayed a top midterm target. The Democrat wants to talk about Michigan voters
- CIA releases dozens of presidential daily briefs on bin Laden and al-Qaida before Sept. 11
- Trumps teasing is the price Paxton had to pay to use Republican midterm convention to raise money
- House tees up vote on Russia sanctions bill, but prospects for passage are uncertain
- Trump is heading to Ireland for the Irish Open at his Doonbeg golf course
- No relief from inflation as Middle East clashes lifts fuel prices to painful levels
- Afghan woman whose case was the first for a long-dormant court has been deported, officials say
- Trump commemorates the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks at the Pentagon
- Trump and Vance team up at GOP convention as party faces midterm risks, and eyes whats next
- Vance? Rubio? DeSantis? Cruz? Republicans at Dallas convention ponder options for post-Trump leader
- Republican convention pays tribute to Charlie Kirk one year after his killing
Thu, 10 Sep 2026
- Prosecutor brought in to lead investigation of Trump foes tells AP that he has resigned his position
- Justice Department directs states to hold on to 2024 election records as it seeks their voter data
- 9/11 overshadows other major events of the past 25 years for many Americans, new poll finds
- Trump wants to send Americans money. Congress and economists dont seem thrilled with the idea
- Appeals court cites detention of Japanese Americans in ruling blasting Trump immigration policy
- Trump promises $500 Obamacare rebate checks for 1M enrollees in 30 states
- Smithsonian marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 with a display of rare artifacts
- Kimmel says interview with James Talarico wont air on TV under pressure from the FCC
- Appeals court hands Trump a loss on mail voting as Supreme Court considers his executive order
- US Supreme Court again rejects push to use Trump-backed congressional map in Missouri
- Rubio is wrapping up South America tour focused drug cartel fight with a stop in Peru
- Republicans showcase their big beautiful bill to voters, but the laws impact has been mixed
- Trump, hoping to salvage midterms, makes a dubious pledge to give every US adult $5,000 if GOP wins
- Trump defends Iran war, slams Democrats and promises cash at Republicans midterm convention
- Trump says oil prices that spiked because of Iran war likely wont come down until after midterms
- Democratic Sen. Fetterman speaks at a GOP midterm convention, fueling party-switch fears
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
- Trumps trip to GOP soiree in Texas is briefly delayed after Air Force Ones emergency slide deploys
- Rubio says US is working with allies to counter drugs but will still blow up ships if need be
- Democrats say Trumps bizarre convention is a distraction from his faltering presidency
- An appeals court is considering a push to restrict most common abortion method
- Mistrust of US government information is rising across major issues, a new poll shows
- With AI memes, Trump promotes mythical version of himself as challenges stack up ahead of midterms
- Sen. John Fettermans isolation from Democrats grows stark in Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee faces tough challenge from Helena Foulkes in Democratic primary
- Trump gave $45,000 holiday gifts to Natalie Harp and two other White House aides
- Competing court orders add confusion to Missouri congressional elections
- Netanyahu will make a quick trip to speak at the UN after Mamdani urged his arrest, diplomat says
- US Rep. Maggie Goodlander wins Democratic primary for New Hampshires 2nd District
Tue, 08 Sep 2026
- US military says it destroyed 5 more Iranian oil tankers after missile attacks on Navy warship
- Ballots discounted for late postmarks surged in Washington and Oregon after Postal Service changes
- Lonnie Bunch to retire from Smithsonian leadership following clash with Trump administration
- FDA fills four senior roles, including top officials for drugs, vaccines and tobacco
- Exclusive: New grand jury subpoenas in investigation targeting Trump-Russia probe, AP sources say
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