US Politics
Race for Trump VP pick starts as GOP primary season approaches
The Republican presidential primary has begun, and potential candidates are already positioning themselves to be former President Donald Trump’s running mate in the 2024 election. While Trump has not officially announced his candidacy, he has indicated that he is considering running and has been making public appearances at rallies and events.
World News
Sudan Crisis: Renewed Fighting in Darfur Displaces Thousands
Renewed fighting in Sudan’s Darfur region has led to the displacement of thousands of people, according to a recent BBC report. The conflict, which involves government forces and rebel groups, has been ongoing since 2003, and has left millions of people displaced and killed tens of thousands.
South Korean President Yoon Visits Pentagon, Discusses Deterrence
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol met with Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III today in the Pentagon to discuss the U.S.-Republic of Korea alliance and to discuss ways to make that alliance even closer.
Science
United States military must play lead role in addressing climate change
The United States Department of Defense (DoD) is an integral player in addressing the impacts of climate change in the Western Hemisphere, according to a recent article from the DoD’s news website. The article explains that climate change poses a significant threat to national security in the region, and the DoD has a responsibility to respond to this threat.