Pentagon Accepts $130 Million Donation to Help Pay Troops During Shutdown

The move could violate a law prohibiting federal agencies from spending money in excess of congressional appropriations or from accepting voluntary services.

U.S. Deploys Aircraft Carrier to Latin America, a Major Escalation

The announcement came after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the military had killed six aboard a 10th boat that he asserted was carrying drugs.

Trump Leaves Behind a Reeling Washington to Chase a Deal With China

President Trump is embarking on a six-day diplomatic tour of Asia, testing his role as a statesman and negotiator as he pursues a trade deal with Beijing.

Asia, Caught in the Middle, Faces Trump and Xi’s Tug of War

President Trump’s trip, and visit with Xi Jinping, shows how the U.S. and China are vying for influence in Asia over trade, technology and Taiwan’s fate.

Justice Department Will Monitor Elections in California and New Jersey

The Trump administration said that monitors would watch elections in two Democrat-led states voting on key races and issues that could affect the balance of power.