Tammy Duckworth back in spotlight as House/Senate debates defense/immigration oversight; Illinois senator, Army veteran, Democrat since 2017.
The US and Israel launched military strikes against Iran, killing Iran's supreme leader and prompting widespread regional retaliation. US casualties include three service members killed and several wounded. Iran responded with missile attacks across the region, intensifying the conflict.
The US military is conducting anti-drone laser tests at White Sands Missile Range to address FAA safety concerns following recent uncoordinated drone countermeasures near the US-Mexico border. Incidents in February prompted airspace closures and congressional calls for investigation. The tests aim to improve coordination and safety protocols.
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss won the Democratic primary for Illinois' 9th District, defeating candidates supported by AIPAC. Biss criticized the group's influence and emphasized progressive values. The race highlighted debates over U.S. support for Israel and party priorities, with Biss set to face a Republican in November.
Democrat Analilia Mejía has won New Jersey's 11th District special election, maintaining Democratic control in a narrowly divided House. Meanwhile, the House has voted 214-213 against a war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's military actions in Iran, reflecting deep partisan divides as the Iran conflict continues with no clear end.
AP News reports that HBO's The A List collects 15 stories from Asian and Pacific diasporas, featuring figures from Connie Chung to Tammy Duckworth. The documentary prioritizes intimate, unscripted interviews about identity and belonging within an expansive AAPI landscape.
House Republican leaders have pulled a scheduled vote on a Democratic war-powers resolution to compel President Trump to seek congressional authorization for the Iran campaign after defections and multiple absences made it clear they lacked the votes to block the measure. The Senate has recently advanced a similar resolution as some Republicans have joined Democrats.
Spain’s migration regularisation programme is under heavy scrutiny after a strong early demand. The Socialist government says it will help address aging population and fund social security, while critics warn of potential risks in the informal economy. Officials report over 200,000 applications in the first month, with plans to couple permits with job-matching and inspections.
The U.S. has paused a congressionally approved $14bn arms package for Taiwan while officials review munitions stocks for Operation Epic Fury in Iran. Acting Navy secretary Hung Cao has said foreign military sales will resume when the administration deems necessary; analysts warn any approved deliveries will take years to arrive.