Pentagon cuts Latter-day Saints from Christian category in new military religious list

The Department of Defense has reduced its officially recognized religious affiliation choices for service members, removing the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the Christian religion designation.

Department of War not categorizing Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints as Christians in new religious list
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The Department of Defense faces bipartisan backlash after slashing recognized military religious choices from 200 to 31 and reclassifying the Latter-day Saints faith. FOX 10's Andrew Christiansen learns more.

Arizona border security: Leaders debate cartel drug trafficking corridors
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National and local leaders discussed the current state of drug policy and border security. Sarah Carter, the director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy under President Trump, highlighted a steady nationwide decline in drug overdose and poisoning deaths. However, Republican Congressman Andy Biggs, who is running for governor in Arizona, noted that the state has not yet experienced this downward trend due to its position as a primary focal point and waystation for cartels transporting illicit substances through open border corridors.

Ocean Observatories Initiative dismantled by Trump administration: What to know

The Ocean Observatories Initiative, a network of over 900 sensors that track everything from climate change to extreme weather, is being dismantled by the Trump administration.

Hegseth appears to use D-Day speech to talk about immigration

In a speech marking the anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeared to use the occasion to draw a parallel between the Allied liberation of Europe during World War II and immigration by sea.

House votes to cut funding for WIC, program that feeds pregnant women and children

The House has advanced a budget bill that cuts $200 million in funding for WIC, a program that provides healthy foods to millions of pregnant women, new moms and their young children.

Trump pardons Stephen Buyer, GOP congressman convicted of insider trading

President Donald Trump has pardoned Stephen Buyer, the former Republican congressman who spent two years in prison for making illegal stock trades based on inside information.

Judge halts Trump SNAP state restrictions: What to know

A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.

Iran latest: US military shot down Iranian drones launched toward Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military said it shot down four Iranian drones that were launched toward the Strait of Hormuz on Friday and then struck some of the Islamic Republic’s coastal surveillance radar sites in response.

12% of Americans say Iran war has been 'more positive than negative'

A new poll indicates that while most Americans view the ongoing Iran war as detrimental to U.S. interests, a small segment of the population views the conflict favorably.

Senate passes $70 billion immigration enforcement bill, sending measure to House

The U.S. Senate has approved a sweeping immigration enforcement bill that would provide approximately $70 billion in additional funding for federal agencies responsible for border security and immigration enforcement. 

ASU DEI investigation: University denies allegations amid federal probe

The U.S. Justice Department is investigating alleged DEI practices at Arizona State University, prompting denials from school officials and mixed reactions from students.

Federal probe targets ASU over DEI allegations
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The U.S. Justice Department has launched an investigation into Arizona State University, following undercover videos alleging diversity, equity and inclusion practices. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has more from students.

Justice Department investigates Arizona State University over DEI programs

The U.S. Justice Department is investigating Arizona State University over alleged "diversity, equity, and inclusion practices." Justice officials say "recent viral videos" prompted an investigation into the university.

Kennedy Center begins scrubbing Trump’s name following federal court ruling

The Kennedy Center has started the process of stripping President Donald Trump’s name from its branding following a major defeat in federal court, according to a report from The Associated Press.

Trump announces $700M coal initiative using Defense Production Act

President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.

Fake electors case: AZ Supreme Court denies appeal
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The fake electors case in Arizona is starting over, after the state's Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from Attorney General Kris Mayes.