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Suspected terrorists could potentially use the southern border to enter the U.S. This concern has escalated as the Israel-Hamas conflict continues. Getty Images

Concerns escalate over terrorists seeking entry at US southern border

Iran's foreign minister says Iran can't remain a spectator in Israel's war on Hamas, raising concerns over Iran's potential interference. Reuters

US warns of ‘real risk’ Iran intervenes in Israel war despite warnings

Ten Republicans in Wisconsin settle a civil lawsuit after admitting their actions were part of an effort to overturn Biden's victory. Getty Images

Most agree on US supporting Israel, balk at Biden’s performance: Polls

President Biden sits down for an interview with “60 Minutes,” discussing America’s role in the war between Israel and Hamas and the future of Gaza. 60 Minutes

Biden says Israeli occupation of Gaza would be ‘big mistake’: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 16, 2023

Gaza's largest hospital is no longer functional, leaving patients without vital medical care due to fuel shortages. AP Images

Israel tells Gazans to evacuate; with nowhere to go, UN fears humanitarian crisis

The Biden administration is reopening a Trump-era border facility in Texas for unaccompanied migrant children, showing another policy change. AP Images

US reopens Trump-era housing facilities for unaccompanied migrant children

U.S. officials have their eyes on Chinese crypto mining operations active in the states that could pose a national security threat. Reuters

Chinese crypto mining operation in Wyoming raises national security alarms

Tensions between the U.S. and Iran are growing. Hamas hinted that if the U.S. continues supporting Israel, Iran will start to assist Hamas. Reuters

Iran warns of Israel war escalation as it continues to back terror group

Iran says it will continue to provide political and moral support to Hamas but will not directly intervene in the conflict. Reuters

US, Qatar deny Iran access to $6 billion from prisoner swap

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise refuses to say unequivocally that the 2020 presidential election was not stolen. Reuters

Steve Scalise drops out of House speaker race: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 13, 2023

The U.S. is helping Israel and Ukraine in their respective wars. There are concerns, though, about how the U.S. will deliver on its promises. Getty Images

Concerns grow as US military supplies for Israel, Ukraine may stretch thin

Since 2015, more than 7 million Venezuelan migrants have left their homes, with tens of thousands of them ending up in the U.S. AP Images

Venezuelan migrants head to US border in record numbers

Elon Musk's social media platform, X, reportedly took down thousands of misleading posts following Hamas' deadly terrorist attack on Israel. Getty Images

X to deal with widespread Hamas-related misinformation or face EU fines

Americans grieve the tragic loss of life, but they remain divided over the politics of the Israel-Hamas conflict. Getty Images

Americans grieve, disagree over attacks in Israel, search for accountability

The former chief of Hamas is calling for a global day of anger to protest as the Israel-Hamas war intensifies. Reuters

Former Hamas chief calls for day of anger, protests to support Palestinians

Israel forms an emergency government as the death toll continues to rise in its war with Hamas. Reuters

Israel strikes Gaza; US works to bring hostages home: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 12, 2023

The USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group, with its accompanying ships and fighter jets, was already operating in the Mediterranean Sea. Associated Press Images

US moves assets to assist Israel; Turkey, Chechnya offer support to Palestinians

Bipartisan lawmakers introduced a bill to give Israel $2 billion for its Iron Dome. Congress' leadership is prioritizing bills for Israel. Getty Images

House lawmakers want to give Israel additional $2B for Iron Dome

Top U.S. government officials are under review after emails show they could be working for the Iranian regime. Getty Images

Days before Israel war, senators warn of Iranian infiltration in US intelligence

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visited NATO headquarters, asking allies for more weapons and better air defense systems as winter looms. Getty Images

Zelenskyy asks NATO for help ahead of ‘winter battle against terror’

President Biden denounces Hamas' attack on Israel and confirms more Americans are among those killed. Reuters

14 Americans killed in Hamas attack, more taken hostage: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 11, 2023

The U.S. deployed the USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier, guided-missile destroyers, and jet fighters to support Israel and deter enemies. DVIDS

World’s largest aircraft carrier to support Israel against Iran

Manhattan public defender Victoria Ruiz resigned after being caught on camera tearing down posters of kidnapped hostages. AP Images

Families of hostages beg for help in Israel-Hamas war

Deadly fentanyl and illegal narcotics flood urban areas in Alaska. CDC data shows overdose deaths rose 75% from 2020 to 2021. Reuters

Mexican cartels expand drug trade to Alaska, increasing deaths