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Published on Nov 28, 2025

Afghan national who once worked with CIA charged in DC ambush

An Afghan national who previously worked with the CIA faces multiple criminal charges after federal authorities said he drove across the country and shot two National Guard members, one fatally, in an ambush Wednesday afternoon near the White House. The …

Source: The Guam Daily Post - Neutral
Published on Nov 27, 2025

Revealed: Former CIA-Linked Afghan Insider Accused of Opening Fire on National Guard in DC Attack

One man walked into downtown Washington, D.C., and changed the national security debate overnight. In a brazen ambush near the White House, two members of the West Virginia National Guard were critically wounded when a suspected gunman opened fire. The …

Source: International Business Times - United Kingdom - Neutral
Published on Nov 27, 2025

DC Ambush Suspect Confirmed As Former CIA Asset; Afghan Immigration Halted

The Afghan national accused of shooting two West Virginia National Guard members near the White House on Wednesday previously worked with the Central Intelligence Agency in Afghanistan, officials have confirmed. Following the attack at the Farragut West …

Source: The Free Press - Tampa - Florida - Neutral
Published on Nov 28, 2025

Suspect charged in Guard ambush shooting assisted CIA during Afghanistan War

WASHINGTON (AP) — An Afghan national has been accused of shooting two West Virginia National Guard members just blocks from the White House in a brazen act of violence at a time when the presence of troops in the nation’s capital and other cities around …

Source: KMYU - Utah - Neutral
Published on Nov 28, 2025

Trump 'not sure' about attending Sarah Beckstrom funeral as he brags about West Virginia popularity

President Donald Trump announced Thursday that one of the National Guard troops injured during Wednesday's shooting in Washington, D.C., had passed away and refused to commit to attending the soldier's funeral(Image: AFP via Getty Images) President …

Source: The Mirror US - Left-wing
Published on Nov 28, 2025

Trump says 1 of the 2 W. Virginia National Guard members shot by Afghan national has died

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida — President Donald Trump said that one of the two West Virginia National Guard members shot by an Afghan national near the White House had died, calling the shooter who had worked with the CIA in his native country a “savage …

Source: Gloucester Daily Times - Massachusetts - Pending
Published on Nov 28, 2025

Afghan National Who Allegedly Shot DC National Guard Formerly Worked with CIA

The Afghan national who allegedly shot two National Guard members in DC previously worked with the CIA in Afghanistan, according to the Associated Press. The shooting suspect, whom CNN identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, worked with the CIA in Afghanistan …

Source: Breitbart - Right-wing
Published on Nov 28, 2025

Suspect in deadly Washington shooting worked for the CIA

One US National Guard member has died and another remains in critical condition after a gunman opened fire near the White House the day before the country's Thanksgiving holiday, in an attack that has added fuel to President Donald Trump's …

Source: 9News - Neutral
Published on Nov 28, 2025

Trump says one of the two West Virginia National Guard members shot by Afghan national...

“She’s just passed away,” Trump said. “She’s no longer with us. She’s looking down at us right now. Her parents are with her.” The president called Beckstrom an “incredible person, outstanding in every single way.” The White House said he spoke to her …

Source: Dayton Daily News - Ohio - Neutral
Published on Nov 28, 2025

Trump says West Virginia National Guard member has died from wounds in DC attack

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says West Virginia National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom has died from wounds in DC attack. The rare shooting of National Guard members, on the day before Thanksgiving, comes as the presence of the troops in the …

Source: Fox 5 Las Vegas - Nevada - Indeterminate
Published on Nov 28, 2025

US: National Guard shooting suspect worked with CIA in Afghanistan

screenshot The Afghan man accused of shooting two members of the US military in downtown Washington DC once worked alongside the CIA in Afghanistan, officials have said. Rahmanullah Lakanwal drove thousands of miles from the west coast to launch an “ambush …

Source: I News Cayman - Pending
Published on Nov 27, 2025

Alleged shooter of National Guard troops previously worked for US government agencies, including CIA

The suspected shooter of two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday is a native of Afghanistan who previously worked in the United States for multiple government agencies, one of which was the Central Intelligence Agency. Rahmanullah …

Source: Washington Examiner - Pending
Published on Nov 27, 2025

Afghan Suspect In National Guard Shooting Worked With CIA

The Afghan national accused of ambushing two West Virginia National Guard members on Wednesday worked with the CIA in Afghanistan, Fox News reported. Rahmanullah Lakanwal allegedly shot the guardsmen, 24-year-old Andrew Wolfe and 20-year-old Sarah …

Source: The Daily Caller - Right-wing
Published on Nov 27, 2025

Afghan national suspect in National Guard shooting worked with CIA

An Afghan national accused of shooting two West Virginia National Guard members in Washington, DC on Wednesday worked with the CIA while serving in a "partner force" in Afghanistan. The ambush attack was just steps from the White House. According …

Source: The Post Millenial - Right-wing
Published on Nov 27, 2025

WATCH: Bondi Confirms Prosecutors Will ‘Do Everything in Our Power’ to Get Death Penalty for Afghan National Who Shot ...

Attorney General Pam Bondi has confirmed that prosecutors will seek the death penalty for the Afghan national who shot two members of the West Virginia National Guard in DC on Wednesday. Bondi vowed that her office will “do everything in our power” to make …

Source: The Gateway Pundit - Right-wing
Published on Nov 27, 2025

Suspect arrested for shooting two National Guard soldiers in Washington is a refugee who worked with the CIA in ...

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, drove his car for 42 hours from coast to coast across the United States with the intention of carrying out an attack. He traveled the nearly 2,700 miles between Bellingham, the city where he lived with …

Source: El País - Center-left
Published on Nov 27, 2025

The latest on the two West Virginia National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (LOOTPRESS) – An Afghan national who worked for the CIA in his native country and arrived in the U.S. in 2021 drove across the country from Washington state to shoot two West Virginia National Guard members just blocks from the White House …

Source: Lootpress - West Virginia - Center-right
Published on Nov 27, 2025

Suspect in shooting of two National Guard soldiers in DC worked with CIA in Afghanistan

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, fled to the United States after the fall of Kabul in 2021 An Afghan national who has been accused of shooting two West Virginia National Guard members close to the White House had previously worked with the CIA in his home country …

Source: Radio X - Neutral
Published on Nov 27, 2025

Suspect in national guard shooting ‘worked with CIA in Afghanistan’

The Afghan man who allegedly shot two members of the US national guard at point-blank range yards from the White House was employed by the CIA in Afghanistan, it has emerged. Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, arrived in the US in 2021 after the Taliban’s takeover …

Source: The Times - Center-right

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

Source: Op/Ed
Published on November 24, 2025 - 08:11 GMT

CIA officials mislead US Congress about man accused of killing JFK

(MENAFN) CIA officials deliberately misled US congressional investigators about the activities of Lee Harvey Oswald shortly before the assassination of President John F. Kennedy — and even boasted about doing so, Axios reported, citing whistleblower Thomas …

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Published on November 27, 2025 - 18:01 GMT

Technologist and Creator Chincia Kenner Launches AI-Human Collaboration Model Across Music, Gaming, and Film

JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, November 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Technologist, producer, and creative systems architect Chincia Kenner announces a full-scale rollout of AI-human collaborative entertainment projects spanning music, gaming, …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Movie Industry ...
Published on November 27, 2025 - 08:41 GMT

Afghan suspect in White House shooting has worked with US agencies

(MENAFN) The Afghan national accused of opening fire on two National Guard members near the White House had previously collaborated with several US government agencies, including the CIA, during operations in Afghanistan, according to reports. The suspect, …

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Published on November 26, 2025 - 08:39 GMT

Trump Plans Direct Talks with Venezuelan President

(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump is planning direct communication with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, even as the US formally labels him the head of a terrorist organization, Axios reported on Tuesday, citing administration officials. The US …

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Published on November 24, 2025 - 03:49 GMT

US Commentator Claims Macron Plotted Against Her

(MENAFN) US conservative analyst Candace Owens — who has asserted that French President Emmanuel Macron’s spouse, Brigitte, is a transgender woman — now contends that the president has approved an attempt on her life. Owens, a well known YouTuber and …

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Published on December 1, 2025 - 14:20 GMT

Men’s Health Network Highlights Major 2025 Achievements and Launches New Donation Platform to Support Future Impact

MHN encourages individuals, families, & organizations to consider supporting men’s health through end-of-year giving to improve men, boys, & family health. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Men’s …

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Published on December 1, 2025 - 14:15 GMT

Equine Supporters Urge 119th Congress to Pass the Save America’s Forgotten Equines Act

SAFE Act advocates call on their lawmakers to pass pending Federal bills that will prevent inhumane end of life for America’s Equines ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, December 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When the difficult time comes to have a …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on December 1, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

New JDD Study Shows Declining Dupilumab Persistence and Ongoing AD Treatment Gaps

Real-world data reveal dupilumab persistence drops over two years, and many AD patients still require add-on treatments—highlighting major unmet needs. CHAPEL HILL, NC, UNITED STATES, December 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A landmark real-world …

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Published on December 1, 2025 - 03:09 GMT

AMMWEC Mourns the Tragic Killing of a Member of the National Guard

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) Washington, D.C. The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) expresses its deep …

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Published on December 1, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview – Week of December 1, 2025

Here’s what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week: Budget On Wednesday, December 3, the Committee on the Budget will hold a full committee hearing called "Member Day." Education & Workforce On Tuesday, December 2, …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics
Published on December 1, 2025 - 01:57 GMT

Over 1,000 Central Florida Sellers Cut Home Prices as Buyers Gain Negotiating Power

Central Florida sellers trim prices on 1,001 homes, averaging 3.4% cuts, giving buyers more leverage and signaling a rebalanced, negotiation-driven market. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, November 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new analysis from …

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Published on December 1, 2025 - 13:11 GMT

The Leader’s Floor Lookout: Week of December 1, 2025

Standardizing NIL for College Athletics and Protecting Student-Athletes For many years, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) amateurism rules prevented student-athletes from being paid for the commercial use of their Name, Image, and …

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Published on November 30, 2025 - 19:43 GMT

New Book Turns Whistleblower’s Ordeal Into a Practical Guide for Everyday Data Privacy

MD, UNITED STATES, November 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author and whistleblower Danielle Spencer announces the release of Protecting Yourself: How Data Theft Can Impact You — Privacy protection lessons from a whistleblower, a clear, compact …

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Published on November 30, 2025 - 19:19 GMT

National Coalition For Men (NCFM) Marks Movember by Calling for End to Gender-Exclusive Conscription Policies

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, November 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As millions of men grew mustaches this Movember to raise awareness of men’s health, the National Coalition For Men (NCFM) is spotlighting another critical issue: the health and …

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Published on November 30, 2025 - 02:38 GMT

MILSPO Social Co. Magazine Launches Early 2026—Celebrating Military Spouse Sisterhood & Entrepreneurship

MILSPO Social Co. Magazine Launches January 2nd, Celebrating the Strength, Sisterhood, and Entrepreneurial Spirit of Military Spouses PALATINE, IL, UNITED STATES, November 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- January 2nd, 2026 marks the official …

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Published on November 30, 2025 - 00:09 GMT

FOMB Conditionally Approves LNG Contract With NFE (Nasdaq: NFE); MZLS Provides Legal and Regulatory Analysis

Puerto Rico’s Oversight Board conditionally approves PREPA’s LNG deal with NFE, adding supply safeguards and terminal-access review. New Fortress Energy Inc (NYSE:NASDAQ: NFE) WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on November 29, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Christmas Extravaganza on WMAL 'All-American Book Club' with Faith-Filled Panel on Christ, Hope & Redemption

Eden Gordon Media, NewsTalk 105.9 FM, and WMAL's "The All-American Book Club" invite readers nationwide to a joyous Christmas Extravaganza virtual panel. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, November 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on November 29, 2025 - 00:28 GMT

LANDMARK PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCED: VA CANTEEN SERVICE TO DISTRIBUTE 'THE BIG SECRET' TO VETERANS NATIONWIDE

LYNCHBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, November 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 12,200 Copies Sent to 203 VA Canteen Locations to Empower Service-Disabled Veteran Entrepreneurs November 9, 2025 – The VA Canteen Service (VA Canteen), a national veterans’ …

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Published on November 28, 2025 - 22:06 GMT

ExtractoDAO Labs Presents a Scientific Breakthrough Resolving the Hubble and S₈ Cosmological Tensions

Open, peer-reviewed cosmology research reveals a reproducible solution to the Hubble and S₈ tensions using transparent numerical methods and public code. CURITIBA, PARANá (PR), BRAZIL, November 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The team at …

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Published on November 28, 2025 - 19:40 GMT

Trump Administration Pauses Draft Executive Order On Federal AI Regulation Uniformity

Trump administration paused draft EO for uniform federal AI regulation, seeking preemption of state laws, highlighting regulatory uncertainty for US innovation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Trump …

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Published on November 28, 2025 - 17:44 GMT

GLMVH Launches UAE–Saudi GovTech Breakthrough to Transform Global Labour Mobility

Founder of (GLMVH), announces the expansion of its cross-border AI and Blockchain compliance infrastructure from the UAE to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, November 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Global …

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Published on November 29, 2025 - 04:35 GMT

TALLAHASSEE MAN SENTENCED TO A DECADE IN FEDERAL PRISON FOR ATTEMPTING TO ENTICE A MINOR TO ENGAGE IN SEXUAL ACTIVITY

TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA – Jelani Amari Petersen, 28, of Tallahassee, Florida, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for attempting to entice a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity after federal jury previously found him guilty. The sentence was …

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Published on November 29, 2025 - 04:35 GMT

CONVICTED HUMAN TRAFFICKER FROM NICARAGUA PLEADS GUILTY TO ILLEGALLY REENTERING THE COUNTRY

PENSACOLA, FLORIDA – Edwin Joel Martinez-Cruz, also known as “Edwin Joel Ibarras-Ardon” and “Edwin Ibarra,” 38, of Nicaragua, pleaded guilty in federal court to illegal reentry into the United States. The plea was announced by John P. Heekin, United States …

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Published on November 29, 2025 - 04:35 GMT

GAINESVILLE MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO POSSESSING THOUSANDS OF IMAGES AND VIDEOS OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY

GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA – Daniel Reginald Hanna, II, 38, of Gainesville, Florida, pleaded guilty in federal court to receipt and possession of child pornography. The plea was announced by John P. Heekin, United States Attorney for the Northern District of …

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Published on November 29, 2025 - 04:35 GMT

Miami Man Pleads Guilty to Making Online Threats Against U.S. Senator

MIAMI – A Miami man pleaded guilty on Oct. 2 to making online threats against a U.S. Senator. According to court documents, on June 9, Walter George Bechtel, III, 39, used an X (formerly Twitter) account to post a threatening message directed at a U.S. …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Use Your Cell Phone Camera to Help Save U.S. Democracy

Along with more than two million others, I subscribe to a daily newsletter written by historian Heather Cox Richardson (https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/). Richardson meshes her deep knowledge of history with insightful and valuable …

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