Mr. Platner, the likely Democratic nominee for Senate in Maine, met in Washington with several senators. Chuck Schumer, the minority leader, dodged questions about his confidence in Mr. Platner.
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As negotiations to end the war in Iran drag on, our reporter David E. Sanger describes the factors that are complicating any agreement.
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Over the past two decades, Iran repeatedly threatened to close down the waterway. President Trump underestimated Iran’s ability to do so.
Kean has not cast a vote in the House since March 5.
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Col. Bruce Crandall, who received the Medal of Honor in 2007 for his actions as a Vietnam helicopter pilot during the Battle of Ia Drang, died at 93.
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Space Forces Korea welcomed a new commander as senior military leaders see North Korea’s missile threats as evidence of the importance of their mission.
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The 101st Airborne Division from Fort Campbell, Ky., had been in charge since assuming authority from 10th Mountain Division on Oct. 10, 2025.
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Army South cased its colors, ending four decades of service supporting military operations in the Caribbean region and Central and South America.
The goal is to give the vessels a way to continue moving through one of the world’s most important shipping lanes despite threats to maritime traffic.