Three journalists fired from the US military newspaper Stars and Stripes have sued the US Department of Defense, challenging their dismissals in federal court.

The journalists argue that their firings were unlawful and violated their First Amendment right to free speech. The lawsuit follows their reporting on a reported mental health crisis aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, an aircraft carrier that had spent more than 250 days at sea supporting US military operations.

The Pentagon reportedly accused the journalists of insubordination and other violations before dismissing them. The case has now raised broader questions about press freedom, editorial independence and the relationship between the US military and its independent news outlet.

 3 Fired Journalists Sue U.S. Department of Defence After USS Lincoln 'Report'

A fiery exchange unfolded during a White House press briefing involving Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and reporters, with questions focusing on the Trump administration’s claims and media coverage. Leavitt has repeatedly engaged in heated exchanges with journalists during White House briefings, including confrontations over coverage of the Iran conflict.

The latest moments have renewed debate over the relationship between the Trump administration and the White House press corps, with reporters challenging official statements while Leavitt strongly defending the administration’s position.

Watch the full report for the key exchanges, fact-check moments and the latest developments from the White House.


 War of Words, Fact Check Moments on White House Press Secy Leavitt

US President Donald Trump has suffered a major legal setback after a federal appeals court upheld an order halting work on his planned White House ballroom.

The US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit ruled 2–1 against the Trump administration, agreeing that such a major overhaul of the White House requires explicit approval from Congress. The court said the decision over whether to construct a massive ballroom belongs to Congress rather than the executive branch.

The ruling puts Trump's estimated $400 million project on hold. The appeals court has paused its decision for two weeks, giving the Trump administration time to ask the US Supreme Court to intervene.

US Appeals Court Blocks Trump’s $400 Million White House Ballroom Project

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating an air safety incident involving U.S. President Donald Trump's military helicopter, Marine One, and a commercial passenger jet near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

According to the FAA's preliminary review, the two aircraft experienced a momentary loss of separation shortly after the passenger plane took off. Officials said both aircraft then continued moving away from each other, and there was no immediate danger.

The White House has maintained that President Trump was never at risk, while aviation authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation is expected to determine whether additional safety measures are needed around one of the nation's busiest and most tightly controlled airspaces.

FAA Investigates Trump’s Marine One After Close Call With Passenger Jet Near Washington

A suspect has been taken into custody after two men were allegedly stabbed in separate incidents near Manhattan’s Central Park, with authorities investigating whether the attacks were motivated by hate. The New York Police Department identified the suspect as a 51-year-old man and said investigators are working to determine the motive behind the attacks. One of the victims was identified as Jewish, and officials are examining a possible anti-Semitic hate crime angle. Both victims were hospitalized and are expected to survive. New York City officials condemned the incident, while police praised officers for quickly apprehending the suspect.

New York central park stabbing attack: Suspect arrested as police investigate possible hate crime

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3 Fired Journalists Sue U.S. Department of Defence After USS Lincoln 'Report'

War of Words, Fact Check Moments on White House Press Secy Leavitt

US Appeals Court Blocks Trump’s $400 Million White House Ballroom Project

FAA Investigates Trump’s Marine One After Close Call With Passenger Jet Near Washington

New York central park stabbing attack: Suspect arrested as police investigate possible hate crime