NEWS: Trump Orders Military to "Open the Gates of Hell," U.S. Issues Worldwide Alert, Activates Secret Terrorism D…
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Good evening, everyone. We are nearing another dark moment in the Middle East. Two U.S. service members have been killed in Jordan, and I am told that number could rise. President Trump has reportedly ordered the military to “open the gates of hell” on Iran. The United States has also issued a worldwide travel caution, while the Trump administration has activated the never-before-used Alien Terrorist Removal Court, a move that many legal experts argue raises serious constitutional questions.
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Iran:
Two U.S. service members were killed and another remains missing after an Iranian ballistic missile and drone attack on American forces in Jordan, according to U.S. Central Command. Four additional service members were injured, treated at hospitals in Jordan, and later returned to duty.
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The attack marks the first U.S. military fatalities since fighting between the United States and Iran resumed following the collapse of an interim ceasefire, as both sides have exchanged daily strikes across the region. Iran also claimed it destroyed two U.S. fighter jets during the attack, though NBC News reported that claim has not been independently verified.
Donald Trump has reportedly instructed U.S. Central Command to "open the gates of hell" on Iran following the deaths of two American service members in an Iranian missile and drone attack on U.S. forces in Jordan. The directive comes as the Trump administration prepares a significantly expanded military response after the attack, which also left one service member missing and several others injured, marking a sharp escalation in the conflict between the United States and Iran.
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Trump said he “couldn’t care less” after Iran announced it would no longer abide by its memorandum of understanding with the United States, signaling little concern over Tehran’s decision as fighting continues. In a separate interview with NewsNation, Trump also responded to the deaths of two U.S. service members killed in an Iranian attack in Jordan, calling the losses “very sad” and honoring their service while reaffirming that the United States would “never” allow Iran to obtain a nuclear weapon. The comments come as the administration weighs its next steps following a sharp escalation in the conflict.
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Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says the United States repeatedly violated commitments made under the memorandum of understanding between the two countries, declaring that President Donald Trump's signature is "worthless and invalid." In a written message, Khamenei said Iran and what he described as the "resistance front" have learned "unforgettable lessons" from the conflict with the United States, signaling Tehran's increasingly defiant stance as fighting continues and ceasefire efforts remain stalled.
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The U.S. State Department has issued an urgent worldwide caution for American travelers, warning that heightened tensions in the Middle East have created a volatile security environment with the potential for further escalation. Officials are urging Americans—particularly those in the Middle East—to exercise increased caution, monitor security alerts from nearby U.S. embassies and consulates, and prepare for possible travel disruptions caused by flight cancellations and airspace closures. The advisory also warns that U.S. diplomatic facilities and other locations associated with the United States could be targeted by groups supportive of Iran, and encourages travelers to review country-specific travel advisories before departing.
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According to U.S. officials cited by The Wall Street Journal, Iran has begun adapting its missile tactics to challenge U.S. air defense systems by launching ballistic missiles that travel at extremely high speeds and can maneuver during the final phase of flight. The officials said the evolving tactics are designed to make the missiles more difficult to intercept as they descend toward their targets, highlighting a growing challenge for U.S. and allied missile defense networks amid the escalating conflict.
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According to The Wall Street Journal, U.S. officials are increasingly concerned that Iran's recent missile strikes on American bases and critical infrastructure in the Middle East—along with their improving accuracy and effectiveness—may be the result of military or intelligence assistance from Russia or China. While officials say they have not reached a definitive conclusion, they are investigating whether Tehran has received outside support that has enhanced its ability to evade U.S. air defenses and strike targets with greater precision, raising concerns about a broader expansion of strategic cooperation among America's top adversaries.
Iranian state media has released new video showing extensive damage to several bridges in southern Hormozgan province following overnight U.S. airstrikes. According to the reports, at least five key road and rail crossings connecting the coast to the interior were struck, along with water and power infrastructure. The reported damage has disrupted transportation and left thousands of residents without electricity and running water as officials assess the full extent of the destruction.
Iran launched a new wave of strikes against U.S. allies in the Persian Gulf on Saturday after the United States carried out a seventh consecutive night of airstrikes, marking another escalation in the conflict following the collapse of last month’s ceasefire. Kuwaiti officials said an Iranian attack sparked a fire at a power and desalination plant, while Iranian authorities reported that a U.S. strike on a desalination facility left about 10,000 people facing water shortages. Bahrain and Jordan also said they intercepted multiple Iranian projectiles, as Iran claimed it had targeted U.S. military bases in Jordan and Kuwait. The exchange highlights the growing threat to critical civilian infrastructure, including water supplies, as the regional conflict intensifies.
Other news:
The Trump administration has activated the never-before-used Alien Terrorist Removal Court, a specialized court created by Congress in 1996 to handle deportation cases involving foreign nationals accused of terrorism. The Justice Department filed its first-ever application with the court this week, but the presiding judge ordered the administration to submit a more detailed filing after raising questions about whether the case satisfies the legal requirements for designating someone an “alien terrorist.” If the court approves the application, the targeted individual would receive a public hearing and could appeal any ruling, though legal scholars have long argued the court’s procedures, including the use of classified evidence, may raise significant constitutional due process concerns.
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A new report from The Wall Street Journal says White House aides grew concerned after Polymarket users appeared to correctly predict a U.S.-Iran ceasefire before it was publicly announced, prompting internal questions about whether anyone inside the government may have been placing bets using nonpublic information. The report also says the Commodity Futures Trading Commission is investigating allegations that Rep. Ann Paulina Luna shared advance information in 2024 that Donald Trump would choose JD Vance as his running mate, allowing political influencer Rogan O'Handley, known as "DC Draino," to place a winning Polymarket bet. According to the Journal, a former think tank representative who now serves in the White House also allegedly tipped off an associate about Vance's selection before the public announcement, with recipients of both tips reportedly treating the information as credible enough to place profitable wagers. The allegations remain under investigation, and no wrongdoing has been established.
Sen. Jon Ossoff sharply criticized Donald Trump's handling of election issues during remarks in Atlanta, accusing the administration of demanding loyalty over truth from senior officials. Ossoff pointed to the president's nominee for director of national intelligence, saying the nominee refused under oath to acknowledge that Joe Biden won the 2020 presidential election, and argued the administration has increasingly involved intelligence officials in election-related matters. He warned that recent actions and rhetoric from the White House pose a threat to voting rights and democratic institutions, urging voters to deliver a decisive rejection of what he called abuses of presidential power in the upcoming elections.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is pushing back after President Donald Trump threatened to factor the cost of wildfire smoke into U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. Trump accused Canada of failing to properly manage its forests and suggested the economic impact of smoke blanketing parts of the United States should be added to existing tariffs. Ford called the remarks “absolutely unacceptable,” arguing that Canadian firefighters have repeatedly assisted the United States during major wildfires, including in California, and said neighbors should support one another rather than trade blame. More than 100 million people across 18 states and Washington, D.C., remain under air quality alerts due to smoke from the Canadian wildfires.
A Blue Angels pilot involved in the widely shared low-altitude flyover over Pensacola Beach has reportedly acknowledged the maneuver was a miscalculation—not an intentional stunt—and said he has been deeply affected by the incident. According to Florida Republican state Rep. Michelle Salzman, who spoke with the pilot, he accepted responsibility, expressed disappointment, and said he needed time to process what happened. The revelation comes after many MAGA supporters celebrated the flyover and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth praised it, joking that "the flyovers will continue until morale improves." The incident has prompted renewed questions about whether military leadership will revisit flight discipline and safety standards in light of the pilot's account.
The Northeast is facing a dangerous combination of wildfire smoke from Canada and severe thunderstorms, with flash flood warnings issued across parts of New York City and northern New Jersey. Heavy rain has already flooded neighborhoods and infrastructure, including Penn Station, while forecasters warn of additional threats from damaging winds, hail, and isolated tornadoes. Meanwhile, Texas continues to grapple with the aftermath of historic flooding, where swollen rivers, bridge collapses, and inundated communities have left at least two people dead and forced hundreds of water rescues. Emergency officials warn that major rivers remain at flood stage, even as cleanup efforts continue across multiple states.
Republican Rep. Ralph Norman has officially entered the race to succeed the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina, despite President Donald Trump publicly endorsing Graham's sister, Darline Graham, if she decides to run for the full term. Norman said he remains committed to advancing Trump's agenda in the Senate, including passing the SAVE America Act and eliminating the filibuster, even after failing to secure Trump's endorsement. Darline Graham was appointed to temporarily fill her brother's Senate seat following his death and is reportedly considering a campaign, setting up a potential high-profile Republican primary. The GOP nominee will face Democratic candidate Annie Andrews in the November general election.
A Rhode Island fugitive who spent more than two decades evading authorities after disappearing during his 2005 sexual assault trial has been captured by the U.S. Marshals Service. Ronald Fischer was arrested without incident aboard a sailboat off the New York coast after investigators tracked him using an alias, with officials saying he had used books on evading law enforcement, anonymous internet tools, and help from family members to remain hidden. Fischer, who was convicted in absentia of first-degree sexual assault, has waived extradition and will be returned to Rhode Island to face justice.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich have announced plans to establish three new Israeli settlements in Gaza and invest more than $400 million to expand settlements in the occupied West Bank, despite international opposition and reports that the move would exceed the territory envisioned under the Trump-brokered ceasefire. The proposals come as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition seeks to expand Israeli control ahead of October elections, while a senior military commander praised extremist settler outposts as security partners. Israel also says it now controls about 65% of Gaza, while remarks by an Israeli general referring to more than 70,000 people killed as “terrorists” have drawn scrutiny over how the military categorizes civilian casualties, including thousands of children. Human rights groups, UN officials, and Israeli activists argue that the settlement expansion and ongoing settler violence are accelerating the de facto annexation of Palestinian territory.
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— Aaron
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