U.S. military medical center in Bethesda, Maryland
President Trump has emphasized the success of a daring US military rescue of two pilots in Iran, framing it as a military triumph amid ongoing tensions. The operation involved multiple aircraft and special forces, with Trump portraying it as a demonstration of US strength during a five-week-old war that remains unpopular domestically.
Representatives say New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean has been absent for weeks due to a personal medical issue, with no timeline for return. Officials expect him back “in the next couple of weeks,” while the White House and party aides emphasize transparency and continuity ahead of the upcoming reelection primary.
In the past 48 hours President Trump has pressed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to avoid retaliatory strikes in Lebanon and Iran while negotiating a possible deal with Tehran. Israeli strikes on a Hezbollah target in Beirut provoked Iranian missile fire, and Trump has warned Netanyahu that unilateral escalation would risk dragging Israel into a wider war and could leave it isolated.
The public debate over Donald Trump’s health has intensified as new reporting details reveal how health concerns are shaping the administration’s handling of power and secrecy. Reporters describe a presidency marked by cautious messaging on health while decision-making appears more opaque than ever.
New Pew and Axios polls show growing international skepticism toward Donald Trump’s leadership, with 36-country surveys revealing low confidence in his ability to handle world affairs, while some allied nations show nuanced or mixed views. The data highlight a widening gap between U.S. rhetoric and international perception, just as debates over U.S. foreign policy persist.