As President-elect Trump promises to eliminate government agencies and regulations, one American industry — mining — is asking for more intervention. They say national economic and military security are at stake.
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National security experts warn that extreme weather threatens elections this year
National security professionals are warning that there’s a growing threat to global elections — one that is on par with disinformation, foreign interference and even the threat of political violence.
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U.S. and Chinese defense chiefs hold first official meeting in Singapore
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and his Chinese counterpart met for the first time in Singapore on Friday, as Washington and Beijing seek to head off potential conflict in the region.
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Hong Kong passes a new security law that toughens punishment of dissent
Pro-Beijing lawmakers fast-tracked the legislation, with tough punishment for acts considered “external interference,” insurrection and other offenses.
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GOP rebuttals to Biden’s State of the Union focus on the border and immigration
Alabama GOP Sen. Katie Britt and Texas Rep. Mónica De La Cruz delivered rebuttals to Biden’s speech focusing on immigration, crime, inflation and national security.