United States — United States Department of Defense & Joe Biden
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United States — United States Department of Defense: Acted to revoke Kendall's clearance, reinforcing its stance on protecting classified information. May face scrutiny over handling of leak investigations.
Joe Biden: Former president under whom Kendall served; his administration is referenced in the context of Kendall's role.
Aug 07, 2026 · 11 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The Department of Defense is central to the controversy, as it would be responsible for any troop deployment. It has not yet responded publicly to Slotkin's letters.
Joe Biden: Former President Joe Biden is referenced as the winner of the 2020 election, which Trump disputes. His role is historical context.
Aug 18, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Defense: The Department of Defense announced and disbursed the compensation payments, prioritizing care for affected personnel.
Joe Biden: President Biden's administration reopened the US immigration office in Havana in 2023 and oversaw the compensation payments.
Jul 11, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Defense: Central actor driving the production acceleration directive; faces stockpile depletion and congressional funding hurdles.
Joe Biden: Prior administration's arms deliveries to Ukraine contributed to stockpile depletion.
Jul 28, 2026 · 107 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Defense: Implementing both the TRT screening program and the transgender ban, subject to legal challenges.
Joe Biden: Nominated Judge Reyes, but not directly involved in the current proceedings.
Jul 22, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon would execute any retaliation orders, but legality of standing orders is questioned.
Joe Biden: His administration previously warned Iran against attacking Trump, setting precedent for current tensions.
Jul 11, 2026 · 24 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense>>> is facing legal setbacks over its transgender military ban and has restricted media access to its press office, indicating policy challenges and transparency concerns.
Joe Biden: Former President Joe Biden>>>'s health is mentioned, with his wife Jill Biden>>> noting his fatigue since a prostate cancer diagnosis.
Jun 01, 2026 · 62 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense>>> is directed to strengthen AI-related cybersecurity efforts and establish mechanisms for identifying software vulnerabilities.
Joe Biden: Donald Trump>>> scrapped an AI oversight order from his predecessor, Joe Biden>>>, on his first day back in the White House, indicating a different approach to AI regulation.
May 20, 2026 · 81 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense>>> is under scrutiny for hiring Elias Irizarry, a Jan. 6 rioter, into a highly sensitive office, leading to internal alarm and public criticism.
Joe Biden: Joe Biden's 2020 presidential election victory was being certified when the January 6 United States Capitol attack occurred, an event relevant to Elias Irizarry's past.
Jun 02, 2026 · 16 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense>>> is directed by the memo to accelerate AI adoption and update its directive on autonomous weapon systems, significantly impacting its operational strategies and technology procurement.
Joe Biden: The Joe Biden>>> administration issued the current directive on autonomous weapon systems in 2023, which Donald Trump>>>'s memo now requires to be updated, indicating a shift in policy direction.
May 31, 2026 · 36 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon announced a six-month review of U.S. forces in European Union — Europe and cut assets available to NATO.
Joe Biden: Joe Biden's administration kept Recep Tayyip Erdoğan at arm's length due to concerns over democratic backsliding and ties to Russia, contrasting sharply with Donald Trump's approach.
Apr 20, 2026 · 317 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense did not immediately provide details on the deployment of forces for 'Project Freedom'.
Joe Biden: Joe Biden's former chief economist is quoted on the impact of high prices on Americans, drawing a comparison to the current administration's challenges.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The Defense Department is involved in a dispute with media over reporter access to the Pentagon, leading to lawsuits by the Times.
Joe Biden: Former President; his administration's policy protecting journalists was rescinded by Bondi.
Apr 20, 2026 · 227 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense was mentioned in relation to previous statements about Iran's defenses, providing context for the current debate.
Joe Biden: Joe Biden is mentioned by a voter who switched allegiance to Donald Trump due to perceived 'poor handling of immigration and poor handling of the economy' during his presidency.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: Graham supported additional defense funding; his death may complicate passage.
Joe Biden: Former president; Graham opposed Biden's election certification initially.
Jul 12, 2026 · 283 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: Pentagon delayed $400 million in Ukraine aid until 2029, drawing criticism.
Joe Biden: Former president; mentioned in context of election denial.
Jul 21, 2026 · 153 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense is the primary entity undergoing significant policy changes under Pete Hegseth's leadership, including new directives on physical fitness, disciplinary rules, and a review of leadership definitions.
Sep 30, 2025 · 7 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense initially negotiated and approved the plea deal but later repudiated it, with Lloyd Austin attempting to throw it out.
Jan 07, 2025 · 6 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense removed hundreds of books from K-12 school libraries for military families as part of a campaign against DEI initiatives and 'un-American' thinking.
Oct 01, 2025 · 7 articles
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