Has Trump's Pentagon “trial run“ blown up?

Has Trump's Pentagon “trial run“ blown up?

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Why is Trump sending federal officers to polling stations in November?

With the midterms approaching, President Trump has once again raised the stakes, with FBI Director Kash Patel saying he is open to sending federal agents into polling stations. The comments have sparked alarm among Democrats, who fear the Trump administration could take increasin ...  Show more

The Trumpapalooza tumbleweed: Why Republicans are staying away

In a characteristic break with US political tradition, President Trump is holding a two-day event in Dallas, Texas ahead of the upcoming midterms. The problem? No one seems to want to go. Dallas is a deeply red state. It's packed with reporters, activists and campaigners. So why ...  Show more

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Hegseth in turmoil, Trump’s sinking polls
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The fallout from the Signal leak
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