Court says Boasberg didn’t know Arctic Frost subpoenas hit lawmakers, Grassley calls that ‘deeply troubling’

Navy Secretary John Phelan announced the cancellation of the $22 billion Constellation multi-mission frigate program, which was intended to enhance the Navy's capabilities in anti-air, anti-surface, anti-submarine, and electromagnetic warfare. Approximately $2 billion had already been spent from the allocated $7.6 billion budget by Congress.

The Trump administration is encountering significant congressional opposition regarding its military operations in the Caribbean, particularly over more than 20 military strikes aimed at Venezuelan vessels. Lawmakers are increasingly concerned about the implications of these actions, which have raised questions about oversight and accountability.

A federal judge has halted the State Department's plans to terminate certain employees, ruling that a recent stopgap spending bill passed by Congress prohibits any workforce reductions at this time. This decision underscores the legal constraints on executive actions concerning federal employment during budgetary uncertainties.

Navy Admiral Frank Bradley briefed Congress on a September military strike that resulted in the deaths of survivors from an alleged drug boat attack near Venezuela. The admiral clarified that no 'kill them all' order was issued during the operation, which has drawn significant scrutiny and raised questions about military conduct.

The Government Accountability Office revealed that a staggering 90% of fraudulent applications for Obamacare were approved without necessary documentation, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in the system.

The Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act has gained traction in Congress, aiming to accelerate the development of infrastructure projects by reducing regulatory scrutiny. This legislative movement reflects a growing bipartisan effort to streamline permitting processes and enhance economic growth.

Navy Adm. Frank Bradley briefed Congress on a controversial military strike conducted in September against a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean, which resulted in the deaths of survivors from an initial attack. The closed-door meetings involved bipartisan lawmakers from the Intelligence and Armed Services committees, aiming to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has denied allegations that he ordered military strikes resulting in the deaths of all individuals on board alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean. This follows a deadly attack on a boat, which has raised significant concerns among lawmakers regarding the legality of the military's actions and the treatment of survivors.