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Trump says he 'doesn't know enough' about strike on Iranian girls school

A newly surfaced video appears to show a U.S.-made missile hitting a building in Iran adjacent to the girls’ school where local officials say 168 people were killed, experts told ABC News.
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A newly surfaced video appears to show a U.S.-made missile hitting a building in Iran adjacent to the girls’ school where local officials say 168 people were killed, experts told ABC News.
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Trump speaks on war with Iran at press conference

President Donald Trump held a news conference from his golf club in Doral, Florida, discussing the war with Iran, saying the war is going to be a "short-term excursion."
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VIDEO: Trump speaks on war with Iran at press conference
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Thune says no to filibuster changes even after Trump's threats about SAVE America Act

Trump said he won't sign anything into law until SAVE America Act's passage.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune speaks to reporters following the weekly Senate Republican policy luncheon at the Capitol, March 3, 2026.
March 09

What Trump has said about SAVE America Act amid his push for passage

Trump said passage of the SAVE America Act "supersedes everything else."
March 09
President Donald Trump delivers the first State of the Union address of his second term to a joint session of Congress in the House Chamber of the US Capitol in Washington, February 24, 2026.
March 09

Trump dismisses soaring gas prices as 'a little glitch' of Iran war

Some Democrats are calling on Trump to tap the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
March 09
President Donald Trump disembarks from Air Force One upon arrival at Miami International Airport in Miami, Florida, March 7, 2026.
March 09

Trump says Cuba could fall quickly. How realistic is that?

President Donald Trump suggests Cuba could be “easy” to overthrow as tensions grow in the region. Mick Mulroy weighs what U.S. intervention would actually look like.
March 09
VIDEO: Trump says Cuba could fall quickly. How realistic is that?
March 09

Vance reflects on attending his 1st dignified transfer for US service members

The dignified transfer a seventh American is set for Monday night at Dover AFB.
March 09
Vice President JD Vance salutes during a dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base in Dover, Delaware, March 7, 2026.
March 09

Pentagon IDs 7th US service member killed in Iran war

Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington died from injuries suffered in Saudi Arabia.
March 09
The Defense Department has identified Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington, 26, of Glendale, Ky., who succumbed to his injuries following a March 1 attack on his base in Saudi Arabia.
March 09

Senator introduces bill to combat illiteracy: 'Reading unlocks life-long success'

The bill urges the Department of Education to authorize $100 million in grants.
March 09
Sen. Andy Kim questions former Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director, Russell Vought, during a US Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing on Capitol Hill, in Washington, DC, on January 15, 2025.
March 08
Former Joint Chiefs Chairman Admiral Mike Mullen speaks with ABC News while appearing on This Week, March 8, 2026.
March 08

Iran's next supreme leader won't 'last long' without my approval, Trump says

Trump said he would work with remnants of the regime.
March 08
President Donald Trump speaks during a bilateral meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in the Oval Office of the White House, March 3, 2026 in Washington.
March 08

Trump wants Iranian leadership that will not 'threaten Americans': Waltz

The next leader cannot "hold energy supplies hostage," he added.
March 08
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz speaks with ABC News while appearing on This Week, March 8, 2026.
March 08

'This Week' Transcript 3-8-26: U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mike Waltz

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, March 8.
March 08
In this Nov. 17, 2025, file photo, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz speaks to the media in New York.
March 07

Trump warns of imminent action against Cuba at 'Shield of Americas' summit

President Donald Trump spoke at the "Shield of the Americas" summit on Saturday, boasting of America's military actions.
March 07
President Donald Trump, Cuba, Shield of the Americas summit
March 07

Trump warns of imminent action against Cuba at 'Shield of Americas' summit

Trump hosted leaders from 12 nations across the Western Hemisphere.
March 07
President Donald Trump attends the "Shield of the Americas" Summit in Doral, Fla., March 7, 2026.
March 07

Former CIA agent cautions Trump against putting time limits on Iran war

ABC News contributor Darrell Blocker discusses the latest in the conflict with Iran.
March 07
VIDEO: Former CIA agent cautions Trump against putting time limits on Iran war
March 07

Trump on Iran: 'This had to be done'

President Donald Trump spoke about the war in Iran at the Shield of Americas Summit in Miami, Florida.
March 07
President Donald Trump spoke about the war in Iran at the Shield of Americas Summit in Miami, Florida.
March 06

What impact could Vance's past comments on US wars have on his political future

He faces a conflict between past comments and support for Trump's war on Iran.
March 06
Vice President JD Vance speaks at Pointe Precision on Feb. 26, 2026, in Plover, Wisconsin.
March 06

FDA vaccine chief Dr. Vinay Prasad to leave agency next month

It's the second time Prasad's departure has been announced.
March 06
Dr. Vinay Prasad.
March 06

US was operating in area of Iran elementary school ahead of deadly strike: Sources

Iran’s education ministry says 168 people were killed in the attack.
March 06
A view shows the aftermath of an Israel strike on a school in Minab, Iran, Feb. 28, 2026.
March 06

Chicago memorial honors civil rights leader Jesse Jackson

Karen Jordan reports from Chicago as family, faith leaders and public officials gather to remember Rev. Jesse Jackson and reflect on his legacy.
March 06
VIDEO: Chicago memorial honors civil rights leader Jesse Jackson
March 06

Martha Raddatz anchors a Special Edition of “This Week” from Israel on Sunday

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, March 8, 2026.
March 06
March 06

'She's gone': Mood at DHS shifts after Kristi Noem's departure, sources say

The outgoing secretary came under fire for treatment of employees, sources said.
March 06
Kristi Noem, secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is shown during a news conference in Nogales, Arizona, on Feb. 4, 2026.
March 06

WH posts videos combining real Iran war footage alongside movie, video game clips

The posts come as six American service members have been killed.
March 06
President Donald Trump speaks during an event to honor the 2025 Major League Soccer champions Inter Miami in the East Room of the White House, March 5, 2026, in Washington.
March 06

Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' from Iran. But what happens after?

Amid mixed messages on regime change, Trump says he wants to help pick a leader.
March 06
President Donald Trump speaks during an event celebrating the 2025 MLS Cup Champions Inter Miami CF in the East Room of the White House, March 5, 2026 in Washington.
March 06

US believes Russia is providing Iran with locations of American troops, sources say

White House says it doesn't matter because the U.S. is still winning the war.
March 06
An F-35C Lightning II, attached to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 314, launches from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 3, 2026.
March 06

CBP asks judge for more time to work on tariff refunds

The agency is "facing an unprecedented volume of refunds," an official says.
March 06
Shipping containers are shown stacked together on Terminal Island at the port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, Feb. 24, 2026.
March 06

GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales withdraws from reelection bid after admitting affair with aide

The Texas Republican congressman says he will not run for reelection following revelations of an affair with a former staff member, after months of denial.
March 06
VIDEOL GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales withdraws from reelection bid after admitting affair with aide
March 06

Congressman on House voting down war powers resolution

Rep. Greg Landsman is one of four Democrats who voted against a war powers resolution that would have curbed President Trump's authority in Iran.
March 06
VIDEO: Congressman on House voting down war powers resolution
March 06

GOP congressman discusses DHS shakeup, Iran war

Rep. Marlin Stutzman, R-Ind., says President Donald Trump "made the right choice" in firing of Kristi Noem as Department of Homeland Security secretary.
March 06
VIDEO: GOP congressman discusses DHS shakeup, Iran war
March 06

Early voting begins in Virginia's redistricting referendum

Former President Barack Obama is among the politicians calling for a yes vote.
March 06
The Virginia State Capitol in Richmond, Va., Jan. 17, 2026.
March 06

What prompted Trump firing Kristi Noem as DHS head?

Noem's firing Thursday capped a rocky 13-month tenure at the Department of Homeland Security.
March 06
Noem's firing Thursday capped a rocky 13-month tenure at the Department of Homeland Security.
March 06

US moves to ease oil supply as war tensions push gas prices higher

The Treasury Department unveiled a plan to lower gas prices as war with Iran disrupts supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
March 06
The Treasury Department unveiled a plan to lower gas prices as war with Iran disrupts supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
March 06

US sinking of Iranian ship raises questions of legality

Experts say the incident highlights the need for a declaration of war.
March 06
An Iranian ship is destroyed during Epic Fury in the Gulf of Oman.
March 06

Johnson continues to argue the US is not at war

House Speaker Mike Johnson continued to argue that the U.S. is not at war with Iran following the failed war powers resolution vote in the House on Thursday.
March 06
VIDEO:  Johnson continues to argue the US is not at war
March 05

'It's highly unusual:' Former DHS official speaks on Kristi Noem firing

Former DHS official John Cohen discusses the global implications the war in Iran can have on the security of government officials and the firing of DHS secretary Kristi Noem.
March 05
VIDEO: 'It's highly unusual:' Former DHS official speaks on Kristi Noem firing
March 05

Kristi Noem’s ouster follows tumultuous tenure as Homeland Security secretary

She drew fire over how she carried out Trump's immigration crackdown.
March 05
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem arrives to testify during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on oversight of the Department of Homeland Security, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on March 3, 2026.
March 05

Rep. Adam Smith on war with Iran and Trump’s Cabinet changes

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Rep. Adam Smith, D-Wash., on the war in Iran, gas prices and Trump’s move to fire DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
March 05
VIDEO: Rep. Adam Smith (D.WA) on war with Iran and Trump’s Cabinet Changes
March 05

How much is the war with Iran costing the US?

Estimates say the U.S. used some 2,000 precision munitions in initial attacks.
March 05
A U.S. Army High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) launches from an undisclosed location in support Operation Epic Fury.
March 05

Hegseth says US has enough munitions to continue Iran war 'as long as we need to'

Iranian missile attacks have decreased 90% since the first day, CENTCOM says.
March 05
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks at a press conference on March 5, 2026.
March 05

Congresswoman presses Noem after heated hearing exchange

Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove discusses her exchange with outgoing DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and the political fallout.
March 05
VIDEO: Congresswoman presses Noem after heated hearing exchange
March 05
A protester dressed in a military uniform gets stuck in a door, injuring his arm, as Sen. Tim Sheehy and U.S. Capitol Police officers attempt to remove him from a Senate Armed Services Subcommittee hearing on Capitol Hill on March 4, 2026 in Washington, DC.
March 05

Rep. Tony Gonzales drops reelection bid after admitting relationship with staffer

Asked about his relationship with a staffer, Gonzales said he "made a mistake."
March 05
Rep. Tony Gonzales speaks during a news conference about school safety enhancements at North East Independent School District in front of the new Wilshire Safety Training Center, Feb. 6, 2026.
March 05

President Trump gives update on war with Iran

He said the U.S. destroyed about 60% of Iran's missiles and missile launchers.
March 05
VIDEO: President Trump gives update on war with Iran
March 05

House fails to adopt Iran war powers resolution

Reps. Thomas Massie and Warren Davidson bucked GOP leaders and voted in favor.
March 05
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, March 4, 2026 in Washington.
March 05

'Going to be practical': Sen. Markwayne Mullin on being named to replace Noem at DHS

Mullin, a staunch Trump supporter, has no law enforcement experience.
March 05
Sen. Markwayne Mullin, tapped by U.S. President Donald Trump to replace U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, departs after a vote in the U.S. Senate on funding for DHS, on Capitol Hill in Washington, March 5, 2026.
March 05

Trump fires DHS secretary Kristi Noem, replaces her with Sen. Markwayne Mullin

Earlier, sources said Trump called Republicans asking if he should fire her.
March 05
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testifies during a House Committee on the Judiciary oversight hearing of the Department of Homeland Security on Capitol Hill, March 4, 2026, in Washington.
March 05

‘I am super excited about this opportunity’: DHS Secretary-designate Sen. Mullin

Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., shares his reaction to being named Department of Homeland Security secretary-designate.
March 05
VIDEO: ‘I am super excited about this opportunity’: DHS Secretary-designate Sen. Mullin
March 05

Capitol Hill reacts to President Trump’s announcement of new DHS secretary

Senators on Capitol Hill react after learning that President Trump is appointing Sen. Markwayne Mullin as the new Department of Homeland Security secretary.
March 05
VIDEO: Capitol Hill reactions after Trump fires DHS secretary Kristi Noem
March 05

Kristi Noem speaks after being fired as DHS secretary

President Donald Trump says Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin will replace Noem as Department of Homeland Security secretary.
March 05
VIDEO: Kristi Noem speaks after being fired as DHS secretary