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Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… Andrew Day and Harrison Berger talk to Rose Kelanic of Defense Priorities about the new war in Iran, the impact on the U.S. economy, implications for the Russia-Ukraine war, and other (likely disastrous) consequences. Recorded March 4, 2026 Read the full article here
As the Iran War enters its sixth day, the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) reports that U.S. and Israeli attacks have killed at least 1,230 people in Iran since Saturday. After the sinking of an Iranian ship in the Indian Ocean on Tuesday, the IRGC said retaliatory attacks would intensify in the coming days, according to Iran’s Nour news agency. CENTCOM will ask the Department of War for extra military intelligence personnel at its Tampa, Florida headquarters to support operations against Iran for at least 100 days, but probably through September, according to documents obtained by POLITICO. Air defenses in…
(McLean, VA — March 05, 2026) FN America, LLC, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $9.9 million contract to supply the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy with FN® M240B machine guns, continuing the supply of FN America’s longest-standing military weapons platform. “This contract continues FN’s legacy of providing the most effective and advanced weapon systems for the warfighter,” said Jim Williams, Vice President, Military Programs for FN America, LLC. “The U.S. Army contract for the M240 machine gun was the first military contract FN was awarded and the first to be produced from our production facility…
President Donald Trump on Wednesday formally nominated former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh to chair the U.S. central bank, advancing his push to install a Fed leader more open to cutting interest rates. If confirmed, Warsh would succeed Jerome Powell when Powell’s term as chair ends on May 15 and fill the board seat currently held by Stephen Miran, another Trump appointee who favors lower rates. But Warsh faces a difficult path to confirmation. Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) has vowed to block any Fed nominee while a Justice Department probe tied to Powell, which Tillis argues endangers the “independence and…
The Senate on Wednesday voted against a War Powers resolution, with the measure failing 47–53. The bill, which would have “direct[ed] the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress,” received only one Republican vote, that of Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY). Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) was the only Democrat to vote against the War Powers resolution. The House will vote Thursday on a similar War Powers resolution, sponsored by Reps. Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Thomas…
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Galvion, a world leader in innovative head protection systems and power and data management solutions, has received a new order from the Department of National Defence (DND) Canada for its flagship Batlskin Caiman® ballistic helmet systems. This latest order for an additional 29,000 helmets with two (2) helmet covers each, has been placed through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) framework contract. Galvion was awarded the Canadian Dismounted Infantry Capability Enhancement (DICE) programme contract in February 2023 for 2,100 helmets and 4,200 helmet covers. In July 2024, the DND exercised an option to order an additional 8,400 helmets and…
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CTOMS Launches Customizable OTC System – Build Your Tactical Medication Kit CTOMS has launched its new OTC (Over-The-Counter) Drug Management System, a modular medication storage solution designed for tactical medics, first responders, and operational healthcare professionals. The system features the rugged DrugBox™ (hard waterproof case) and the new OTC Cases (soft-sided with loop lined interior), both built for protection, quick access, and field utility. Customization is the core of the system, configure your kit precisely with: Custom Internal Foam – precision-cut inserts for secure vial and capsule storage Drug Capsules – durable protective capsules in multiple sizes MARS Panel 2.0…
Texas State Representative James Talarico defeated Rep. Jasmine Crockett in Texas’s closely watched Democratic Senate primary. The high-turnout race has given Democrats fresh hope they can compete in a state where they have not won a statewide race in decades. Talarico, a graduate of a Presbyterian seminary with a penchant for sprinkling his speeches with biblical references, is widely viewed as the more viable candidate in the general election. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox With about 93.7 percent of the vote reported Wednesday morning, Talarico led Crockett 53 percent to 46 percent, enough to avoid…