WASHINGTON — White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt acknowledged Monday that the possibility of reinstating a U.S. military draft remains “on the table” as the United States continues military operations against Iran, while also outlining a controversial proposal that would allow drafted individuals to indefinitely defer service by paying a $1 million fee.

Mar-a-Lago - President Donald Trump said that Iran could "end the war tomorrow" if it agreed to pay $500 billion to the United States, a statement that quickly drew both interest and criticism from across the political spectrum.

Speaking to reporters, Trump framed the proposal as part of a broader argument that the United States should be compensated for what he described as “years of American strength and protection in the Middle East” in addition to the costs of the current war.

Washington. — Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts on Thursday welcomed the nomination of Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullen to serve as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.

In a statement issued shortly after the announcement, Warren said she was encouraged by what she described as a shared cultural background with the nominee.

Washington - President Donald Trump threatened Tuesday to “cut off all ties” with Congress if lawmakers move forward on a bipartisan bill aimed at limiting his authority to initiate military action without prior approval.

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Tuesday credited the U.S. Space Force for what he described as a “decisive success” in a recent military campaign in Iran, praising what he called the “uncommon bravery and precision” of personnel involved in the operation.

Speaking from the White House Rose Garden, Trump said the Space Force’s role in coordinating satellite-based surveillance and communications “frankly put the other services to shame."

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is receiving medical treatment for scabies, a contagious skin condition, the White House confirmed Monday, marking an unusual health development for the 79-year-old president.

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Sunday declared what he described as a “Mission Accomplished” in Iran following an intense period of military operations and diplomatic signaling that have marked the most significant U.S. engagement with Tehran in decades.