Hegseth argues with press; general asked if pressured
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine held an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning in the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." Caine then shared additional details on the operation. Hegseth and Caine both answered reporter's questions at the event, with Hegseth arguing with several of the media members.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine held an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning in the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." Caine then shared additional details on the operation. Hegseth and Caine both answered reporter's questions at the event, with Hegseth arguing with several of the media members.
Air Force general shares updates on U.S. strikes
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine held an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning in the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." Caine then shared additional details on the operation. On June 22, the U.S. targeted three Iranian nuclear facilities: Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. President Donald Trump said the goal was to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities and prevent it from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine held an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning in the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." Caine then shared additional details on the operation. On June 22, the U.S. targeted three Iranian nuclear facilities: Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. President Donald Trump said the goal was to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities and prevent it from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
Hegseth bashes media after feud over Iran bomb damage
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke at an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning at the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." However, some media organizations have said the U.S. airstrikes did not destroy Iran's nuclear capability and only set it back by a few months. Hegseth said he believes the media is overly focused on finding scandals and negative stories about him and the administration, rather than acknowledging positive achievements.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke at an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning at the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." However, some media organizations have said the U.S. airstrikes did not destroy Iran's nuclear capability and only set it back by a few months. Hegseth said he believes the media is overly focused on finding scandals and negative stories about him and the administration, rather than acknowledging positive achievements.
1 injured in Orange County crash after U-Haul runs off road, through fence and into pole: Troopers
One person was injured during a crash on Thursday morning in Orange County after a pickup truck ran off the roadway, crashing into a fence and knocking down a light pole, troopers say.
One person was injured during a crash on Thursday morning in Orange County after a pickup truck ran off the roadway, crashing into a fence and knocking down a light pole, troopers say.
Pete Hegseth speaks on U.S. strikes against Iran
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke at an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning at the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." On June 22, the U.S. targeted three Iranian nuclear facilities: Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. President Donald Trump said the goal was to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities and prevent it from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Officials claimed the sites sustained "extremely severe damage and destruction," setting back Iran's nuclear program. However, Iran claimed the sites sustained "quite superficial" damage.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke at an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning at the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." On June 22, the U.S. targeted three Iranian nuclear facilities: Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. President Donald Trump said the goal was to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities and prevent it from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Officials claimed the sites sustained "extremely severe damage and destruction," setting back Iran's nuclear program. However, Iran claimed the sites sustained "quite superficial" damage.
DeSantis reveals plans for second ICE detention center in Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis revealed for the first time on Wednesday that his administration is working on plans for a new ICE detention center at Camp Blanding—Florida’s National Guard training headquarters located southwest of Jacksonville.
Gov. Ron DeSantis revealed for the first time on Wednesday that his administration is working on plans for a new ICE detention center at Camp Blanding—Florida’s National Guard training headquarters located southwest of Jacksonville.
Ruh-roh! 'Scooby-Doo' breaks into Alabama store, bypasses snacks
Police released images showing a person dressed as Scooby-Doo breaking into a convenience store in Duncanville.
Police released images showing a person dressed as Scooby-Doo breaking into a convenience store in Duncanville.
Video: Tornado damages homes in Pinellas County
Severe thunderstorms on Wednesday evening produced pouring rain, hail, and even a tornado.
Severe thunderstorms on Wednesday evening produced pouring rain, hail, and even a tornado.
Dallas Mavericks draft Cooper Flagg with first overall pick
The Dallas Mavericks selected Duke star Cooper Flagg with the first pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
The Dallas Mavericks selected Duke star Cooper Flagg with the first pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
Mother claims children suffered ‘religious brainwashing’ as Amber Alert issued
Idaho officials have issued an Amber Alert for two missing teens who may be heading to Utah over their "religious beliefs," according to authorities and local reports.
Idaho officials have issued an Amber Alert for two missing teens who may be heading to Utah over their "religious beliefs," according to authorities and local reports.
'Liver King' arrested in Austin after allegedly threatening Joe Rogan
Social media influencer Brian Johnson, who is better known as "Liver King" online, was arrested in Austin on Tuesday after posting threatening messages directed towards podcaster Joe Rogan.
Social media influencer Brian Johnson, who is better known as "Liver King" online, was arrested in Austin on Tuesday after posting threatening messages directed towards podcaster Joe Rogan.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia's release conditions set; ICE likely to detain him
Kilmar Abrego Garcia appeared in federal court Wednesday, where U.S. Magistrate Judge Barbara Holmes ruled he could be released from criminal custody while awaiting trial on human smuggling charges—but only if immigration officials don’t detain him first.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia appeared in federal court Wednesday, where U.S. Magistrate Judge Barbara Holmes ruled he could be released from criminal custody while awaiting trial on human smuggling charges—but only if immigration officials don’t detain him first.
Florida men arrested after hosting alcoholic party with more than 2 dozen kids, sheriff says
Two Florida men have been arrested after they allegedly hosted a party with alcohol involving two dozen kids.
Two Florida men have been arrested after they allegedly hosted a party with alcohol involving two dozen kids.
Mississippi executes state's longest-serving death row inmate: What we know
Richard Gerald Jordan was executed on Wednesday for murdering a woman in 1976 in Mississippi.
Richard Gerald Jordan was executed on Wednesday for murdering a woman in 1976 in Mississippi.
D-backs' Ketel Marte brought to tears after fan yelled something about his late mother
Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte was seen in tears during Tuesday's game against the Chicago White Sox after a fan yelled a derogatory comment about Marte's late mother.
Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte was seen in tears during Tuesday's game against the Chicago White Sox after a fan yelled a derogatory comment about Marte's late mother.
Scam Alert: Ormond Beach couple lost $83K in fake PayPal text scheme
An Ormond Beach couple lost $83,000 in an elaborate scam involving a fake PayPal text message and phony security representatives, according to the Ormond Beach Police Department.
An Ormond Beach couple lost $83,000 in an elaborate scam involving a fake PayPal text message and phony security representatives, according to the Ormond Beach Police Department.
Florida woman allegedly attacks man, tries to bite him, flees and crashes into deputy's car: 'This is fun!'
A Florida woman is facing a long list of charges after she allegedly attacked and tried to bite a man, ran away, and then crashed into a deputy's car.
A Florida woman is facing a long list of charges after she allegedly attacked and tried to bite a man, ran away, and then crashed into a deputy's car.
Man spits on Florida deputy during arrest, says racial slur, bodycam video shows
A Florida man is behind bars after deputies say he was caught shoplifting at a 7-Eleven convenience store in Volusia County.
A Florida man is behind bars after deputies say he was caught shoplifting at a 7-Eleven convenience store in Volusia County.
Trump answers question after being called 'daddy'
President Donald Trump had an eyebrow-raising response to being called "daddy" by the NATO chief as Sen. Marco Rubio was struggling to stay composed. "He did it very affectionately though," Trump said with a smile. '"Daddy, you're my daddy."
President Donald Trump had an eyebrow-raising response to being called "daddy" by the NATO chief as Sen. Marco Rubio was struggling to stay composed. "He did it very affectionately though," Trump said with a smile. '"Daddy, you're my daddy."
SpaceX launches Falcon 9 rocket with Starlink satellites from Florida
SpaceX ,launched 27 Starlink satellites on Wednesday afternoon from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
SpaceX ,launched 27 Starlink satellites on Wednesday afternoon from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.