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Secret White House Bunker Undercuts Trump’s Ballroom Justification
politics1 day ago

Secret White House Bunker Undercuts Trump’s Ballroom Justification

White House insiders reveal a hidden, nuclear-primed bunker beneath the White House—built to shelter the president and dozens of aides for weeks—undermining Trump’s claim that finishing a lavish ballroom is necessary for national security. The revelation comes as the Supreme Court weighs the project while below-ground construction continues and the ballroom is reportedly about 65% complete, highlighting a clash between security rhetoric and legal challenges.

via The Daily Beast|
#ballroom#donald-trump#national-security
Scott defends Darline Graham’s national security readiness in SC runoff
politics1 day ago

Scott defends Darline Graham’s national security readiness in SC runoff

In a South Carolina GOP runoff, Tim Scott defended Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham’s sister who was appointed to fill his Senate seat, after she admitted she’s “not that informed on national security.” Scott said she is prepared to serve on national security issues, but offered no specifics about her credentials. Graham has held public policy roles but has not previously been elected, and she is being endorsed by Donald Trump, who described her frank answer as honest as voters weigh security qualifications ahead of the runoff against Ralph Norman.

via The Guardian|
#darline-graham#donald-trump#national-security
Mace Clashes With Graham Over National Security Confidence in SC Debate
politics2 days ago

Mace Clashes With Graham Over National Security Confidence in SC Debate

Rep. Nancy Mace blasted Sen. Darline Graham after Graham said national security isn’t her “thing” on a debate question about Taiwan and the South China Sea, arguing the remark signals a troubling lack of expertise on a core issue. The piece also highlights Graham’s Iran-related comments from a Fox Carolina interview, and Mace’s sharp podcast reaction in which she mocked Graham’s stance and warned voters that Graham’s answers raise serious concerns about foreign-policy judgment in South Carolina’s Senate race.

via HuffPost|
#darline-graham#nancy-mace#national-security
Roberts Lets White House Ballroom Work Continue Ahead of Court Ruling
national-politics3 days ago

Roberts Lets White House Ballroom Work Continue Ahead of Court Ruling

Chief Justice Roberts issued a temporary order allowing construction on Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom to continue while the Supreme Court reviews the administration’s emergency appeal, delaying a lower-court halt over lack of congressional approval; the project is largely funded by private donations and is already about 65% complete, with the Court’s final ruling expected later.

via New York Daily News|
#ballroom#donald-trump#national-politics
High Court pauses halt on White House ballroom project as review proceeds
politics3 days ago

High Court pauses halt on White House ballroom project as review proceeds

The Supreme Court granted a stay on the district court’s injunction, allowing ongoing White House ballroom construction to continue while it weighs the administration’s emergency appeal, with no ruling yet on legality or timeline. The project’s cost has grown to about $600 million (including underground facilities), funded in part by taxpayer dollars after redirecting funds from legislation, and questions remain about funding sources and security implications.

via Axios|
#ballroom#construction#national-security
Trump Space Push Targets Three Launches a Day by 2030
politics3 days ago

Trump Space Push Targets Three Launches a Day by 2030

The White House released a policy blueprint to expand U.S. launch and reentry infrastructure to support more than 1,000 rocket launches and spacecraft returns per year by 2030, leaning on commercial partners to speed satellite deployment while tackling bottlenecks in launch ranges, airspace, permitting and reentry facilities. The plan does not guarantee funding but sets a government‑wide path to accelerate civilian and national-security payloads amid a growing U.S.–China space competition.

via Fox News|
#aerospace#airspace#national-security
Trump’s SC endorsement tested as Graham’s debate stumble fuels runoff drama
politics4 days ago

Trump’s SC endorsement tested as Graham’s debate stumble fuels runoff drama

South Carolina Republicans are divided over Donald Trump’s endorsement of Darline Graham Nordone in the Senate runoff after a debate stumble on national security, with some allies souring on her bid and critics questioning Trump’s ability to keep GOP ranks united ahead of the Tuesday runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman; Graham has drawn notable endorsements and outside spending as the race grows more contentious.

via CNN|
#darline-graham-nordone#donald-trump#national-security
USS George Washington Relieves USS Lincoln in Arabian Sea to Sustain Iran Deterrence
politics4 days ago

USS George Washington Relieves USS Lincoln in Arabian Sea to Sustain Iran Deterrence

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington arrived in the Arabian Sea to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed in the Middle East for months as part of a broader deterrence effort against Iran. Lincoln’s crew has faced long deployments with reports of shortages of fresh food and plumbing issues, though Pentagon officials downplayed the problems. Adm. Brad Cooper visited the Lincoln and praised the sailors for delivering a “performance for the ages,” with the George Washington taking over duties as the armada continues operations in the region.

via The Washington Post|
#george-washington-ship#iran#military-and-defense
Live Crowd Sparks Sharp Exchange in SC GOP Senate Debate Ahead of Runoff
politics5 days ago

Live Crowd Sparks Sharp Exchange in SC GOP Senate Debate Ahead of Runoff

Ralph Norman and Darline Graham traded attacks in a live Newberry debate ahead of the Aug. 25 runoff, clashing over national security, data centers, and immigration while signaling broad consensus on debt, Israel, and backing Trump; Graham faced questions on Taiwan and the South China Sea, and the event featured a raucous, applause-heavy crowd.

via The State|
#data-centers#gop-debate#national-security
South Carolina Senate hopeful concedes limited national security expertise in debate
politics5 days ago

South Carolina Senate hopeful concedes limited national security expertise in debate

During the sole SC GOP Senate runoff debate, Darline Graham admitted she’s not informed on national security when pressed on Taiwan and the South China Sea, highlighting a vulnerability despite Trump’s support. She defended her military backing but noted a gap in foreign-policy experience compared with her brother Lindsey Graham’s advisory role to Trump. Her opponent, Rep. Ralph Norman, touts conservative credentials as the runoff nears, with Trump planning to campaign in Myrtle Beach.

via The Washington Post|
#national-security#politics#senate-elections
Administration argues White House ballroom completion is national security imperative
politics5 days ago

Administration argues White House ballroom completion is national security imperative

The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to allow the $400 million White House ballroom project to finish, arguing that completing it is a national security imperative and that delay would pose unacceptable risks. A lower court has halted the above-ground portion during ongoing litigation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, with the project now about 65% complete and underground work allowed to continue. The National Trust warns the project could become irreversible if not stopped, while the administration contends congressional action isn’t needed and opponents allege the plan could overwhelm the White House.

via USA Today|
#judicial-review#national-security#national-trust-for-historic-preservation
Graham’s sister faces debate test on national security amid Taiwan talk in SC race
politics5 days ago

Graham’s sister faces debate test on national security amid Taiwan talk in SC race

In South Carolina’s race to replace the late Lindsey Graham, his sister Darline Graham, a fill‑in Republican candidate, told a debate audience she’s not ‘that informed on national security’ but supports the military; she clashed with rival Ralph Norman, who pressed on Taiwan security and U.S. policy toward China. The discussion touched on the U.S. approach to Taiwan, as well as comments from Trump and Xi, with early voting opening ahead of the August 25 primary.

via The Guardian|
#debate#elections-2026#national-security