President Donald Trump voiced appreciation for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his joint congressional address Tuesday, March 4. Trump said Zelenskyy was willing to sign a minerals deal with the U.S. and come to the negotiating table under Trump’s leadership to end the war with Russia. Trump told Congress that the Ukrainian leader had made the declaration…

Proclaiming “America is back,” President Donald Trump delivers an address to Congress where he touted his crackdown on illegal immigration, imposing tariffs and cutting government spending. And deadly storms, from tornadoes in the deep south to blizzard conditions in the midwest, a late winter barrage batters major parts of the country. These stories and more…

This week on Weapons and Warfare, the team examines the prospect of U.S. military engagement in the fight against drug trafficking. As the battle against drug smuggling intensifies, host Ryan Robertson explores how the military might become involved in addressing this multifaceted cartel conflict. With expert interviews and insightful analyses, this episode invites viewers and…

For years, Hollywood told and retold stories centered on the border between the United States and Mexico. Films like “Sicario,” “Sin Nombre” and “The Marksman” depicted the long-running tensions at the southern border with varying degrees of realism and accuracy. Today’s headlines continue to highlight this decades-old issue. However, with a new administration in the…

Full Story As the Air & Space Forces Association’s Warfare Symposium kicks off in Aurora, Colorado, the biannual International Defense Exhibition & Conference (IDEX) recently concluded in Abu Dhabi. The event saw two major UAV manufacturers unveil new products, making them our weapons of the week. What is IDEX? IDEX, covering nearly 2 million square…

President Donald Trump delivered his first address to Congress in his second term Tuesday night, March 4. He outlined his political agenda, discussed national issues and set the tone for the year ahead. Trump focused on social issues, including banning transgender athletes from women’s and girls’ sports and ending diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in…

Democrats vocally opposed President Donald Trump’s address to Congress Tuesday night, March 4. One member was escorted out, others walked out on their own and still others silently watched while clad in pink. Shortly after, Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., gave the Democratic response. Speaking from Wyandotte, Michigan, the freshman Democrat referenced on multiple occasions the…

With one week of regular season play left for most major conferences, the NCAA selection committee will watch closely to determine who’s worthy of a top seed. Two of the four seem set; the other two number ones, however, are up for debate. Who are the locks right now? The locks seem to be Auburn…

The Department of Defense (DOD) says the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has uncovered approximately $80 million in funds that it considers to be wasted. In a video message, Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell outlined some of the findings. “In the Air Force, $1.9 million was spent on holistic diversity, equity and inclusion transformation and…

Mardi Gras is all about big parades, bold colors and even bigger celebrations. But this year, severe weather is taking center stage. The National Weather Service of New Orleans issued an early warning Tuesday morning, March 4. Forecasters warned of severe thunderstorms, damaging winds, potential tornadoes, and small hail in the area. Tornado threat looms…