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US Vice President who said the Iran conflict is not a war despite ongoing clashes.
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The Standard
… The event drew senior administration officials, including Vice President JD Vance, FBI Director Kash Patel and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. …
Why the White House media dinner shooting reflects more than just violenceCapital News
… During Saturday night’s incident, Trump, Vice-President JD Vance, cabinet members and other White House officials were rushed from the Washington Hilton hotel ballroom after gunfire rang out. …
Suspect charged with attempted assassination of Trump at Washington dinnerCitizen Digital
… Crowded into the venue were Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance, several cabinet members and top lawmakers, and hundreds of guests. …
Suspect due in court over shooting at Trump galaCapital News
… Grassley, 92, is third in the line of succession after Trump, Vice-President JD Vance and House Speaker Mike Johnson – all of whom were at the correspondents’ dinner. …
White House to review Trump’s security after shooting at dinner eventCapital News
… Trump was joined at the event on Saturday by high-ranking members of his government, including Vice-President JD Vance, Secretary of Health Robert F Kennedy Jr, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and top aide Stephen Miller. …
Trump says he ‘wasn’t worried’ during Washington press dinner shootingCitizen Digital
… Crowded into the ballroom were Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance, several cabinet members and top lawmakers, and hundreds of guests in black tie. …
Gunman sought to kill Trump, cabinet at gala dinnerCapital News
… The incident prompted the US Secret Service to hastily evacuate President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice President JD Vance, who were attending the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner. …
Suspect at White House correspondents’ dinner charged with using firearms and assaultCitizen Digital
… Tactical security teams with guns drawn took position on the stage where Trump was seated alongside his wife Melania, Vice President JD Vance and other officials, who were swiftly evacuated. …
What we know about the Trump press gala shootingCapital News
… Trump, First Lady Melania, Vice President JD Vance not injured after security incident at White House correspondents’ annual dinner Organizers announced that the program will resume momentarily, but did not offer more details. …
Trump evacuated from White House correspondents’ dinner after security incidentCitizen Digital
… White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt earlier said the U.S. had seen some progress from the Iranian side and that Vice President JD Vance was ready to travel to Pakistan. …
US-Iran peace hopes fade as Trump scraps talksThe United States commemorated the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks with a ceremony in New York, notably absent President Donald Trump, who instead paid respects at the Pentagon and linked the subsequent "war on terror" to his current conflict in Iran.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States commemorated the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks with a ceremony in New York, notably absent President Donald Trump, who instead paid respects at the Pentagon and linked the subsequent "war on terror" to his current conflict in Iran.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Donald Trump marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks at the Pentagon by linking the country's ongoing "war on terror" to its conflict with Iran. Trump vowed the United States would never forget 9/11 and stated that the country continues to fight today in memory of those attacks.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump has offered every adult American a $5,000 payout if Republicans win both chambers of Congress in November's midterm elections, a plan that would cost over a trillion dollars. Trump provided no details on funding or implementation, and Democrats labeled it an "empty promise."
10 September 2026 · Capital News →
A quarter century after the 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon that killed 2,977 people, the United States is working to preserve memory of the tragedy as a growing proportion of Americans did not experience it firsthand. President Trump, Vice President Vance, and four former presidents are expected at commemorations, with institutions like the 9/11 Memorial & Museum now focusing on education and outreach to younger generations.
7 September 2026 · The Standard →
Iran's top negotiator warned of a more forceful response to any further US attacks, saying proportionate responses have ended. The threat comes amid ongoing clashes between the two sides, with Iran controlling the Strait of Hormuz and Washington imposing counter-blockades and sanctions on Iranian ports and entities.
6 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iran said its forces attacked a US naval drone attempting to enter the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, hours after its naval forces targeted three oil tankers in retaliation for American strikes on tankers linked to the Iranian Guards. The escalation is part of an ongoing six-month conflict between the countries, with Iran maintaining control of the strategic strait while the US enforces sanctions and a counter-blockade of Iranian ports.
6 September 2026 · The Standard →
Voting in the US midterm elections began Friday as North Carolina started sending mail ballots for November 3 contests that will decide all 435 House seats and a third of the Senate. Democrats are favored to take the House, with a Cornell University forecasting model giving them an eight-in-10 chance of winning control.
4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US Vice President JD Vance said Thursday he would not characterize the conflict with Iran as a war, despite continuing clashes six months after it began on February 28. Vance stated there is currently no active shooting and that major combat operations lasted six weeks, though he acknowledged fresh clashes have resumed and said the US would not restart talks with Iran until it stops attacks on commercial shipping.
3 September 2026 · The Standard →
President Donald Trump threatened on Sunday to report NBC journalist Kristen Welker to the Federal Communications Commission for what he called "purposeful inaccuracy" in her coverage of his midterm election endorsements, disputing her claim that his endorsements had "mixed results."
31 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Canada said it will announce Tuesday its response to President Donald Trump's new tariffs, as the neighbors spiral into a trade war. The duties took effect Saturday after Canada and the United States failed Friday to reach a deal to avert new 50-percent US tariffs on select Canadian goods, and Trump added Monday that he would double tariffs on Canadian autos starting next year to 50 percent.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Oil prices fell as investors awaited details of a US plan to isolate Iran's economy under President Trump. Asian stocks declined in early trading, with South Korea's Kospi falling 1.4 percent after Samsung Electronics announced an $80 billion share buyback.
24 August 2026 · The Standard →
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister said the Strait of Hormuz "will remain Iranian" after President Trump claimed he would declare it US territory following a US defeat of Iran. A White House official later said Trump was joking.
15 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iran and Oman have agreed on coordinates for a ship transit route through the Strait of Hormuz and are finalising joint management arrangements, though Tehran says reopening depends on the US ending its naval blockade of Iranian ports.
6 August 2026 · The Standard →
With 100 days until the US midterm elections, Republicans face polling suggesting losses in the House of Representatives, while Trump's administration contends with low presidential approval ratings, high living costs, and an ongoing war with Iran affecting energy markets.
26 July 2026 · The Standard →
U.S. Vice President JD Vance said some members of the Israeli government had tried to influence U.S. public opinion to oppose a deal by the U.S. to end the war with Iran, in comments he made on a podcast with Joe Rogan posted Wednesday.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States celebrated its 250th birthday on Saturday with parades, flyovers and fireworks, with President Donald Trump organizing campaign-style events during the Fourth of July holiday. The celebrations took place amid a severe heat wave affecting some 160 million Americans.
5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US Vice President JD Vance delivered a July Fourth address from USS Kearsarge in New York, criticizing those who focus on America's "imperfections" rather than its "national greatness," as tall ships from over 20 countries sailed into New York harbor to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
4 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump recorded around $1.2 billion in income from his family's cryptocurrency activities during his first year back in office, according to financial disclosures released on Tuesday. This includes nearly $550 million from World Liberty Financial and $635 million in royalties from the $TRUMP cryptocurrency.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iran accused the US of violating their deal to end the Middle East war after Washington launched strikes on Iranian territory and Tehran responded with attacks on US targets in the Gulf, following US accusations that Iran attacked a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iran launched attacks on US sites in the Gulf in response to American strikes on Iranian missile, drone storage, and radar positions, after Washington accused Tehran of attacking a US cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The exchanges raised questions about efforts to maintain the waterway's openness while the countries negotiate a settlement to a war that began on February 28.
27 June 2026 · The Standard →
Iran accused the United States of violating a peace deal after Washington struck Iranian missile, drone storage, and radar sites in response to alleged Iranian attacks on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran's Revolutionary Guards retaliated with strikes on US targets in the Gulf region and warned of broader response if aggression continues.
27 June 2026 · The Standard →
Marco Rubio arrived in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday for a tour of Gulf states to show solidarity with key allies economically damaged by the US and Israel's war with Iran. Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz cut off most Gulf states' oil and gas exports and drone and missile attacks undermined the region's status as safe havens for business and tourism.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday for a tour of Gulf states to show solidarity with key allies hit hard by the Middle East war. Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz cut off most Gulf states' oil and gas exports, while its drone and missile attacks undermined their status as safe havens for business and tourism.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mediators Qatar and Pakistan said the first round of US-Iran talks in Switzerland concluded with "encouraging progress" and agreement on a roadmap to reach a final deal within 60 days. Technical talks will continue throughout the week, with discussions focused on clarifying messaging on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, enforcing ceasefire in Lebanon, and elements of a nuclear deal.
22 June 2026 · Capital News →
US President Donald Trump threatened to strike Iran if it does not stop Hezbollah from "causing trouble," as peace talks between senior US and Iranian officials began in Switzerland amid clashes between the Israeli army and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland on Sunday for peace talks with Iran as both nations seek to end their war, though disagreement persists over Iran's claim that it closed the Strait of Hormuz. The talks follow a 60-day ceasefire agreement and an interim deal signed Wednesday by Presidents Trump and Pezeshkian.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US Vice President JD Vance and Iranian negotiators arrived in Switzerland to begin new talks aimed at making progress on the nuclear issue and a Lebanon ceasefire, following a postponement after Israeli strikes in Lebanon. Iran said it was closing the Strait of Hormuz again over Israeli attacks, citing breaches of ceasefire agreements by Israel.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iranian negotiators and US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland for talks focused on the nuclear issue and Lebanon ceasefire, after negotiations were postponed Friday following Israeli strikes in Lebanon. Iran's military command said it would close the Strait of Hormuz to vessel traffic, citing US "breach of contract" and Israeli violations of the ceasefire agreement.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Israeli strikes killed at least 10 people in Lebanon on Saturday hours after a truce took effect, with Israel saying it was responding to Hezbollah attacks and the Iran-backed group vowing not to allow Israel "freedom of movement" in Lebanon. A halt to fighting in Lebanon is a condition for starting 60 days of U.S.-Iranian talks over Iran's nuclear program, though the timing of those talks remained unclear.
20 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iran said it was closing the vital Strait of Hormuz shipping lane on Saturday over Israel's attacks in Lebanon, calling them a breach of its ceasefire deal with the United States to end the Middle East war. Israeli troops battled Hezbollah fighters and conducted strikes in Lebanon's south on Saturday, hours after the US announced a renewed ceasefire, straining the preliminary agreement signed by US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to halt the wider regional war.
20 June 2026 · The Standard →