Donald Trump speaks at a NATO press conference while Marco Rubio listens, highlighting key political discussions and international relations.

(VIDEO) Trump Addresses Assassination Concerns After Sending New Air Force One to Europe Instead of Flying Home on Plane – UPDATE: Press Told to Keep Window Shades on Air Force One Closed

UPDATE: The White House Press Pool was advised to keep the window shades on Air Force One closed while en route to the United States after taking off from Ankara, Turkey, at 8:43 pm local time.  It is still unclear if this is due to security concerns.

Donald Trump speaking at a NATO summit in Ankara, flanked by several officials, with flags and branding visible in the background.

“There’s No More Laughing” – Trump Tells NATO Who’s Boss: “We Have the Strongest Military in the World… Two Years Ago, NATO Laughed at Us.” (VIDEO)

President Trump on Wednesday held a press conference at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, where he boasted about America’s strength on the world stage and told the alliance who the boss is.  “We have the strongest military in the world by far, not even close, everybody admits it,” Trump declared before touting his success in increasing NATO members’ defense spending.

DEVELOPING: US Central Command Fires Off Warning to Iran as US Prepares Strikes With More Than 20 Warships Patrolling the Middle East (VIDEO)

US Central Command showed off the presence of US forces in the Middle East as President Trump threatens continued strikes in Iran tonight.  Fighting resumed last night, with the United States launching attacks against Iran in response to Iran targeting several ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday.

Voting machine in front of the Arizona state flag, emphasizing the importance of participation in elections.

Arizona Supreme Court Delivers Crushing Blow to Maricopa Board of Supervisors

The Arizona Supreme Court on Tuesday delivered a crushing blow to the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors when it ended a Court of Appeals stay and reinstated a superior court’s injunctions, with modifications, that returned election-administration responsibilities of the county’s elections back to the County Recorder, Justin Heap.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former U.S. President Donald Trump seated for a discussion during a diplomatic meeting with flags in the background.

WATCH: Trump says US to Hit Iran Again Tonight – “We’re Going to Hit Them Hard Tonight… There’s Not a Thing They Can Do About It”

President Trump told reporters on Wednesday, while meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, that the US is going to strike Iran again tonight after a wave of strikes on Tuesday.  “We’re going to hit them hard tonight,” Trump said, later adding, “They deserve it.” This comes after the US launched attacks in Iran in response to Iran targeting several ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday.

Woman speaking at a podium with the Presidential Seal, flanked by American flags, while a man in a suit listens attentively.

Trump DOJ Puts Election Officials on NOTICE — Top Officials in ALL States Can Be CRIMINALLY PROSECUTED for Allowing Noncitizens to Vote in 2026 Midterms

The Department of Justice has sent formal letters to election officials in all states and the District of Columbia, warning that top state election leaders, including chief election officers, face criminal prosecution if they knowingly keep noncitizens on voter rolls, send them ballots, or count their votes in federal elections.

Police officer holding an award at a MADD Minnesota event, promoting the message of "No More Victims."

Eighth Circuit Unanimously Upholds Dismissal of Bogus Civil Case Against Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan — Attorney Vows to Hold Keith Ellison Accountable for ‘Anti-Cop’ Actions

A unanimous federal appeals court has dealt another major legal blow to efforts targeting Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan, affirming the dismissal of a civil lawsuit brought by the estate of Ricky Cobb II and reinforcing previous findings that the trooper’s actions did not violate clearly established constitutional rights.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former U.S. President Donald Trump engage in a discussion during an international summit in Ankara.

WATCH LIVE: Trump Meets with Zelensky at NATO Summit

President Trump is meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in Ankara, Turkey, this morning.  Per ABC: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to make a direct appeal to President Donald Trump during a face-to-face meeting on the sidelines of the NATO summit, asking for help replenishing depleted stocks of American-made ammunition vital to the country’s defense.

A chaotic scene shows multiple individuals engaging in a physical altercation with a police officer on a grassy area during a community event.

UPDATE: 6 Arrested in Teen Takeover at July 4 Block Party in South Carolina – New Video Shows Chaos Before Teens Beat White Female Police Officer (VIDEO)

New details and footage have emerged from the July 4 teen takeover in North Charleston, South Carolina, and the North Charleston Police Chief has addressed the incident.  As The Gateway Pundit reported, a mob of teens at a July 4 block party on Saturday attacked police officers after they responded to reports of gunfire and individuals firing fireworks toward passing vehicles.

Man in vintage car holding a Cuba Libre flag in a colorful urban setting, symbolizing support for Cuban freedom and culture.

Cuba Faces Third Major Blackout as Trump Oil Blockade Squeezes Fuel Supplies

The island nation of Cuba plunged into darkness on Monday as Trump’s oil blockade remains in effect, and Trump weighs a takeover of the island.  Cuba’s state-run electric union announced on Monday, “A total disconnection of the National Electric Power System is occurring.” Via WPLG Local 10: As The Gateway Pundit reported, Cuba suffered its first major blackout back in March after Trump cut off the flow of oil by threatening tariffs on any country that provides oil to Cuba through an Executive Order in January.