Politics
Trump Administration Faces Decisions on Iran and Policy Shifts
President Trump is considering a major decision regarding the U.S. war in Iran, while his administration has denied visas to Palestinian delegates for the second year running. Additionally, there are concerns about changes to access to Head Start programs for homeless children.
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NPR
A Trump administration proposal would change access to Head Start for children experiencing homelessness and the kind of care they would receive if they do get in.
2026-09-17 09:00 UTC
The Hill
Progressive pundit Hasan Piker argued that the U.S. commits more terrorism around the world than the Islamic terrorist group al-Qaeda, comments that are sparking backlash from both Republicans and Democrats. "You once said that America is the top dog in terrorism. Do you think American then is worse
2026-09-17 17:44 UTC
The Hill
The Trump administration on Wednesday denied visas to the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO) and the Palestinian Authority's (PA) delegation to the United Nations General Assembly in New York for the second time in more than a year. The State Department accused the PLO and the PA of failing t
2026-09-17 18:07 UTC
The Hill
President Trump said on Thursday that he is facing a major looming decision in Iran as the U.S. war in the country shows no signs of subsiding. "I have a big decision coming up. Do I want to go in and annihilate them [the Iranian regime] or do I not? It's a big decision. Anything...
2026-09-17 18:11 UTC