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US Sea Drone Used in First Known Unmanned Rescue Mission After Apache Helicopter Downed Near Oman
The Corsair vessel, operated by Task Force 59 and manufactured by Texas-based Saronic, recovered two soldiers within approximately two hours of the shootdown near the Strait of Hormuz.
Texas Outpaces Nation in Population Growth While Economic Output Per Resident Climbs
The Lone Star State added nearly 419,000 residents last year and generated about $91,500 in economic output per capita as growth outpaced the national average.
Democrats Reluctantly Accept Platner as GOP Wields His Candidacy Against Them
Senate Minority Leader Schumer and Sen. Gillibrand waited until the 80th word of their 89-word joint statement before mentioning Graham Platner's name, an unusual delay that underscored Democratic hesitation about his candidacy.
Kornacki: Graham Platner's Primary Win Margins 'A Sign of Strength' Amid Controversies
NBC political analyst Steve Kornacki examines the Maine Democrat's primary results as party members weigh concerns about past scandals.
James Gallagher Sworn Into Congress, Expanding GOP House Majority
The California Republican fills the seat left vacant by Rep. Doug LaMalfa's death in January, bringing the GOP majority to 218 votes.
Nevada Governor's Race Set as Lombardo Seeks Second Term Against Ford
The matchup between Nevada's Republican incumbent and Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford is expected to be among the most competitive gubernatorial contests in the country this fall.
Nevada Governor's Race Set as One of Nation's Most Competitive Contests This Fall
Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo faces Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford in November, with both parties expecting Democrats to perform well nationwide.
Scott Jennings Says Universal Mail-In Voting Is Eroding Trust in U.S. Elections After LA Mayoral Race Reversal
Conservative commentator argues that widespread mail-in balloting, as practiced in California and a few other states, raises legitimate questions about ballot integrity.
Brad Lander Faces Trial in New York Over September Arrest at ICE Facility
The former NYC comptroller, now a congressional candidate, is fighting misdemeanor charges stemming from his protest arrest at an immigration holding facility.
Hegseth Tells Troops at Guantanamo Bay US Will Be Prepared for Any Contingency in Cuba
The Defense Secretary's visit follows a fuel blockade, Raúl Castro's indictment on murder charges, and Trump's suggestions of a possible military invasion.