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Man convicted in Jan. 6 riot at US Capitol has a job at the Pentagon

The Trump administration has given a man convicted in the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol a job in the Pentagon’s policy office

The Independent UK

‘Meritocracy Reigns Supreme’: Chaos Ensues at the War Department After Officials Confirm Seven Navy Careers Have Been Suddenly Derailed

Hegseth claims he’s correcting years of “gender and demographic engineering” that undermined military effectiveness.

The Mary Sue

Steven Spielberg on his faith in alien life, the future of the movies and the power of empathy

Steven Spielberg's “Disclosure Day” returns Hollywood’s preeminent big-screen craftsman to one of his most abiding questions: Are we alone

The Independent UK

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'Patriotic' Hire: Man Convicted in the Jan. 6 Riot Now Holds Top-Secret Keys to Pentagon Counterterror Missions

Elias Irizarry, a former Capitol rioter, now works in a sensitive Pentagon role, sparking controversy over his appointment and security clearance.

International Business Times UK

Pentagon Hires Convicted Jan. 6 Rioter for Sensitive Military Office, Report Says

A convicted participant in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol has been hired by the Trump administration to work inside a Pentagon office responsible for overseeing some of the nation's most sensitive military operations, according to a report by The Washington Post.

Latin Times

First Thing: Race for California governor deadlocked as primary results across the US pour in

Mixed picture emerges from races across the US, as Trump’s pick fails in Iowa. Plus: Jill Biden speaks about her husband’s decision to drop out of the 2024 election

The Guardian - UK

Who Is Elias Irizarry? Convicted 6 January Rioter Hired for Pentagon Terrorism Post Despite a 'Checkered Background'

Elias Irizarry, a convicted 6 January rioter, has been appointed to a sensitive Pentagon unit, raising concerns about security and trust within the Department of Defense.

International Business Times UK

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Trump news at a glance: US and Iran exchange fresh strikes

Trump’s attempts to secure a new ceasefire agreement with Tehran remain in jeopardy – key US politics stories from Tuesday 2 June

The Guardian - US

Convicted Jan 6 rioter appointed to sensitive Pentagon job

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The Independent UK

Trump’s Pentagon hires Jan 6 rioter for highly sensitive counterterrorism role

The Trump administration previously hired an accused January 6 rioter to the Justice Department

The Independent UK

Pentagon appoints convicted January 6 rioter to sensitive counter-terrorism role

Alarm after Elias Irizarry hired to position in office that manages highly classified military operations

The Guardian - US

Massive $1.5 Million UFC Freedom 250 Packages Sell Rapidly for Exclusive Seats on Trump's White House Lawn

UFC Freedom 250, set at the White House, faces scrutiny over £1.15 million sponsorships and military participation, prompting a Congressional probe into potential ethical violations.

International Business Times UK

U.S. Troops Could Face Ban On Prediction Market Bets Under Draft Defense Bill

Lawmakers are seeking new restrictions on military personnel and Pentagon employees as federal regulators and prosecutors increase oversight of prediction markets.

International Business Times

Dear Future Applied Aerospace & Defense Stock Investors, Mark Your Calendars for June 3

Mission-critical system provider Aerospace & Defense is set to start trading on June 3.

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Washington's Top Exorcist Says Aliens Are Demons in Disguise Trying to 'Get Into Your Head'

Monsignor Stephen Rossetti, a veteran exorcist, claims UFOs are demons in disguise, warning against spiritual deception amidst recent Pentagon disclosures on unidentified phenomena.

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth 'Axed Female and Black Admirals', Then Tried to Fast-Track His Own Aide, Reports Reveal

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth removed seven women from a Navy promotion list, sparking controversy over potential bias and legal violations. The Pentagon denies any discriminatory practices.

The Times of India

Hegseth removes women, Black officers from Navy promotion list; Pentagon denies bias - Report

US defence secretary Pete Hegseth has removed nine officers from a navy promotion list, disproportionately targeting women and minority officers, according to a report by The New York Times.

The Independent UK

Inside the Trump money machine: How the president and his family are cashing in on his return to the White House

Trump has consistently faced scrutiny for leveraging his presidency for personal financial advantage, a pattern that has encompassed everything from merchandise deals and crypto ventures to hosting high-dollar political and official events at his properties

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International Business Times UK

Is Pete Hegseth Sexist and Racist? Defense Secretary Blocks Female and Black Officers From Becoming Admirals

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth blocked at least seven Navy officers from admiral promotions, removing women and Black men from the list in a pattern spanning every military branch.

Euronews

Pentagon bans journalists from press office, citing classified material

The Pentagon has barred journalists from entering its press office after redesignating the space as a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF), a secure area used for handling classified information.

The Economic Times

US in talks to expand nuclear weapons deployments in Europe

America is considering placing nuclear weapons in more European NATO countries. This move would involve additional nations hosting dual-capable aircraft. Countries on NATO's eastern flank, like Poland and Baltic states, have shown interest. Discussions are ongoing within NATO channels. The White House and Pentagon have not yet commented on the…

The Economic Times

Journalists barred from Pentagon press office: States that it has been designated as a 'Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility'

The Pentagon has restricted media access further. Its press office has been redesignated as a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility. This move prevents journalists from entering the area. Speechwriters who handle sensitive information now occupy the space. This follows ongoing tensions between the media and the administration. The New York Times…

AAP

Court blocks Pentagon from removing transgender troops

US President Donald Trump has suffered a partial legal setback in his push to exclude transgender people from the military.

The Independent UK

Pentagon bars journalists from its press office, saying it has become a 'classified space'

The Defense Department has declared its press office a classified space, barring journalists from entry

The Independent UK

Pentagon defends banning reporters from press office by turning it into a classified room: ‘Journalists no longer permitted’

The Trump administration said the switch-up was due to Pentagon speechwriters needing to ‘routinely handle classified material’

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