Artemis II crew reflects emotionally on mission after safe return: ‘Bonded forever’


NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

A day after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean off the San Diego coast following a historic 10-day mission around the moon, the Artemis II crew took the stage at Ellington Air Force Base in Houston, Texas, emotionally reflecting on their time in space and safe return. 

“It’s a special thing to be human, and it’s a special thing to be on planet Earth,” commander Reid Wiseman said, adding that he and his three crew mates are now “bonded forever” before they all hugged. 

“Welcome home Artemis II,” NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said before introducing the crew members: 

Weisman, pilot Victor Glover, mission specialist Christina Koch and mission specialist Jeremy Hansen.

There is there is no doubt there is a price to pay when it comes to exploring the cosmos, but there is also a return, a return in the jobs that creates the technologies that improve life here on earth, and the inspiration that sparks and all those who choose to follow, and to people all around the world who look up and dream about what is possible. The long wait is over,” Isaacman said. “After a brief 53-year intermission, the show goes on and NASA is back in the business of sending astronauts to the moon and bringing them home safely.”

FORMER NASA ASTRONAUT SAYS ARTEMIS II MISSION WAS ‘INCREDIBLE’

Artemis II crew reflects emotionally on mission after safe return: ‘Bonded forever’

NASA’s Artemis II mission astronauts mission specialist Jeremy Hansen, left, mission specialist Christina Koch, pilot Victor Glover and commander Reid Wiseman are welcomed home at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base, Saturday, in Houston, Texas. (Ronaldo Schemidt / AFP via Getty Images)

Wiseman who spoke first, joked that he had “absolutely no idea what to say.”

“Twenty-four hours ago, the Earth was that big out the window, and we were doing mock 39, and here we are back at Ellington at home,” he said.

Glover said he still hadn’t processed everything, thanking God “because, even bigger than my challenge trying to describe what we went through, the gratitude of seeing what we saw doing what we did, and being with who I was with, it’s too big to just be in one body.” 

Koch reflected that the “start and the end” of the mission were “human moments on Earth.”

Ten days ago, this journey started with our mission manager, Sean Duvall, knocking on my door in crew quarters and whispering, ‘Christina, We’re go for launch. Get up!’ And it ended last night when my nurse on the ship put me to bed and said, ‘Ma’am, can I get a hug?’”

FIRST-EVER PHOTO OF EARTH FROM MOON’S FAR SIDE UNVEILED AS ARTEMIS II BEGINS JOURNEY HOME, TRUMP WEIGHS IN

Artemis II crew on stage at welcome home ceremony

Artemis II crew hugs during the welcome home ceremony on Saturday. (KRIV)

She also said she had a new understanding of the meaning of the word “crew” since their mission.

A crew is people or, you know, a group that is in it all the time, no matter what that is, stroking together every minute with the same purpose that is willing to sacrifice silently for each other,” she said. “That gives grace, that holds accountable. A crew has the same cares and the same needs, and a crew is inescapably, beautifully, dutifully linked. So, when we saw Tiny Earth, people asked our crew what impressions we had, and honestly, what struck me wasn’t necessarily just Earth. It was all the blackness around it.”

She also now thinks of Earth as a “lifeboat” in a universe of blackness. 

“Planet Earth, you are a crew,” she added. 

Artemis II crew hugging

The Artemis II crew hugs at the welcome home ceremony on Saturday in Houston. (KRIV)

Hansen expressed his gratitude to all the people who supported them and their mission. 

And I don’t think people will really ever fully comprehend how well supported and trained we were. It is almost unbelievable,” he said. 

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

He added of their crew: “What you saw was a group of people who loved contributing, having meaningful contribution and extracting joy out of that,” he added with his arms around his crew members. 

I would suggest to you that when you look up here, you’re not looking at us,” he continued. “We are a mirror reflecting you. And if you like what you see, then just look a little deeper. This is you.”


Teens suspected of murdering congressional intern linked by DNA on shell casings, prosecutors say


NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

DNA evidence has linked two of the teenagers charged in the shooting death of a University of Massachusetts student who was working as a congressional intern in Washington, D.C. last summer, prosecutors alleged.

Government attorneys told Washington, D.C. Superior Court Judge Danya Dayson during a Friday status hearing that testing on shell casings recovered at the scene produced an “overwhelming statistical match” to Jailen Lucas, and that DNA also ties Kelvin Thomas to the shooting.

The two suspects, who were both 17 at the time of the shooting, are charged as adults with first-degree murder while armed in the killing of Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, 21, of Granby, Massachusetts.

SUSPECT IN MURDERS OF CONGRESSIONAL INTERN AND 17-YEAR-OLD ARRESTED MONTHS AFTER SHOOTINGS: OFFICIAL

Teens suspected of murdering congressional intern linked by DNA on shell casings, prosecutors say

Eric Tarpinian-Jachym was shot and killed on June 30, 2025. (Obtained by Fox News)

Two rounds of DNA testing have been completed, prosecutors said, and additional expert testimony is expected at trial on DNA analysis, ballistics and fingerprint evidence.

SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER

Tarpinian-Jachym, a rising senior at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, was shot June 30, near the intersection of 7th and M Street NW in Washington.

LISTEN TO THE NEW ‘CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO’ PODCAST

He was spending the summer in Washington as a congressional intern for Rep. Ron Estes, a Republican from Kansas. 

Kelvin Thomas Jr. and Jailen Lucas mugshots facing forward

Kelvin Thomas Jr. (L) and Jailen Lucas (R) face first-degree murder charges in the killing of Eric Tarpinian-Jachym on June 30. (The Metropolitan Police Department)

SEND US A TIP HERE

Authorities say three armed suspects exited a stolen vehicle and opened fire at two individuals in the area.

LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB

Tarpinian-Jachym, who was not involved, was struck four times. He died the following day.

Naqwan Lucas posing for a booking photo by Metropolitan Police Department

The Metropolitan Police Department released more pictures of Naqwan Lucas. (The Metropolitan Police Department)

Lucas and Thomas were arrested Sept. 5. On Oct. 31, a third suspect, identified as 18-year-old Naqwan Antonio Lucas of the District of Columbia, was arrested in Montgomery Village and also charged in Tarpinian-Jachym’s murder.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP

A pretrial hearing is scheduled for May 15. The trial is expected to begin in February. Tarpinian-Jachym’s mother declined to comment when reached out to by Fox News Digital.

Fox News Digital’s Adam Sabes contributed to this report.

FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X




South Carolina pastor, wife arrested after alleged sexual, physical abuse of foster children


NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

A South Carolina pastor and his wife were arrested after a foster child reported being a victim of sexual abuse, according to officials.

Rodney Gibson and Kawiana Young, both 50, were charged with unlawful conduct with a minor, the Richland County Sheriff’s Department said, according to WIS News 10.

Gibson is also facing charges of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, second-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor, unlawful conduct toward a minor and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

TWO ARRESTED IN NC AFTER POLICE FIND 13-YEAR-OLD KEPT IN DOG KENNEL, 5 OTHER KIDS IN ‘FILTHY’ HOME

South Carolina pastor, wife arrested after alleged sexual, physical abuse of foster children

Rodney Gibson and Kawiana Young, both 50, were charged with unlawful conduct with a minor. (Richland County Sheriff’s Department)

A victim came forward last month to report alleged sexual abuse endured while in foster care at the couple’s home, deputies said, according to the report.

Gibson is accused of sexually assaulting the victim on several occasions, starting at age 15 until they aged out of the foster care system.

Investigators learned that a minor was living with Gibson and Young.

The child told investigators they had been sexually abused by Gibson and physically abused by Young. The minor was then moved to emergency protective custody.

YOUNG BROTHERS FIND HUMAN SKULL NEAR CREEK; DOZENS MORE BONES DISCOVERED IN DEADLY MYSTERY

Richland County Sheriff's Department cars

A victim came forward to report alleged sexual abuse endured while in foster care at the couple’s home. (Richland County Sheriff’s Department)

During an emergency protective custody hearing on March 20, a family court judge ordered the minor to be returned to Gibson and Young’s home.

After investigators conducted subsequent interviews and obtained additional evidence, arrest warrants were obtained. Gibson and Young were arrested on April 1 and the minor was placed back into emergency protective custody.

Gibson and Young were released on bond on April 2.

The South Carolina Department of Social Services said in a statement that Young was a licensed foster parent from June 2021 until June 2025, adding that she fostered six children in her home, but voluntarily relinquished her foster parent license.

The agency said Young failed to mention that Gibson was living at the home, and his name was not on the license. The agency said Young never reported that she was married and said she was not in a relationship.

Richland County Sheriff's Department deputy

A child told investigators they had been sexually abused by Rodney Gibson and physically abused by Kawiana Young. (Richland County Sheriff’s Department)

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP

The agency said it was cooperating in the investigation.

Authorities believe there may be more victims and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Gibson is a pastor at Pathway 2 Hope Ministries, while Young owns and operates DreamCatcher Child Development Center.


Man charged after allegedly threatening to kill Ohio dad ‘in the name of Allah’ in terrifying video encounter


NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

Surveillance video captured a terrifying and apparent late-night random act of violence in Ohio, when a knife-wielding man allegedly told a homeowner he intended to kill him “in the name of Allah.”

The harrowing encounter, which unfolded in the early hours of Easter Sunday morning in Warren County, began when the suspect appeared to be praying in the family’s driveway before approaching the home multiple times, prompting an alarmed father to eventually go outside.

Authorities later identified the suspect as 23-year-old Anthony Long, who was arrested and charged shortly after the incident, FOX 19 Now reported

Tiffany Miller, the mother of the family, shared the frightening ordeal on social media Monday, describing it as a “deeply frightening and dangerous situation” that could have turned deadly. 

NEW FLORIDA LAW TARGETING ALLEGED ‘JIHAD’ PUT STATE ‘AHEAD OF THE CURVE,’ DESANTIS SAYS

Man charged after allegedly threatening to kill Ohio dad ‘in the name of Allah’ in terrifying video encounter

A suspicious man approached a house in Ohio after midnight on Sunday. (Tiffany Miller)

The incident began when the suspect reportedly drove into the family’s driveway with his headlights off, Miller said. 

Surveillance footage from the home then appeared to show the man kneeling in the driveway and praying before approaching the home.

Long first knocked on the front door, but received no response as the family was asleep, Miller said. 

Minutes later, he returned, pounding on the door even louder in a second, more aggressive attempt. 

Miller said the family woke up expecting their daughter to return home, but were shocked to find a stranger at their door in the middle of the night.  

GOP SENATOR EARNS DEM BACKLASH FOR ‘ENEMY IS INSIDE THE GATES’ COMMENT ABOUT NYC MAYOR ZOHRAN MAMDANI

a man prays in a driveway

A male suspect was seen praying on his knees before approaching the Ohio home on Sunday. (Tiffany Miller)

“I woke up and walked up thinking my daughter was locked out and, nope, it wasn’t her,” she said. “It was a man I didn’t know. We did not respond, and again he went back to his car.”

The man reportedly remained in his parked car as one of the family’s daughters finally arrived home, prompting Miller’s husband to go outside and confront the suspect.

“Hey bud, you knocking on the door?” the father, Andy, was heard asking. 

“I’ll kill you in the name of Allah,” the suspect immediately replied. 

The alarmed father then began retreating while shouting for their daughter to drive away.

Miller said the suspect then pulled a knife on Andy, attempted to approach the home again, and ultimately drove off in pursuit of the daughter, who had already fled the scene.

a man runs away from a suspect outside on the driveway

The homeowner retreated from a suspicious man early Sunday morning following an alarming encounter. (Tiffany Miller)

“The man immediately exited his vehicle, began making explicit threats to kill him, repeatedly invoking religious language, and started moving closer in an aggressive manner,” Miller said. 

No one was injured in the incident, according to the family.

“This was a terrifying encounter, and we are grateful no one was harmed last night,” Miller said. 

mugshot of anthony long

Anthony Long was taken into custody around 3:18 a.m. Sunday. (Warren County Sheriff’s Office)

Long was booked into the Warren County Jail, according to the Warren County Sheriff’s Office.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP

Long faces four charges, including aggravated menacing, trespassing, and criminal damage, all classified as misdemeanors of varying degrees.

He is also facing multiple bail amounts totaling more than $75,000, most of which must be paid in cash.


Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified military information to journalist


NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

A former Fort Bragg employee with top-secret clearance is accused of leaking classified military tactics to a journalist, then admitting to her mother that she could be arrested for exposing sensitive operations, according to a federal complaint.

Courtney P. Williams, 40, an Army veteran assigned to a Special Military Unit (SMU) at Fort Bragg in North Carolina, was arrested by the FBI on Tuesday and charged with unlawfully transmitting national defense information, including classified tactics used in covert missions, to an investigative reporter over a period spanning several years, federal prosecutors allege.

According to the complaint, Williams held a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance and had direct access to highly sensitive operational details, including tactics, techniques and procedures — commonly known as TTPs — used by elite military units.

Williams allegedly violated 18 U.S.C. § 793(d) the Department of Justice (DOJ) said in a news release Wednesday.

Investigators allege that between 2022 and 2025, Williams communicated extensively with a journalist, including phone calls lasting hundreds of minutes and roughly 180 text messages, while also sending documents and materials that were later published in an article and book identifying her as the source.

OUSTED HEGSETH AIDE RESURFACES IN INTEL ROLE AS IRAN WAR SPARKS INTERNAL STRAIN

Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified military information to journalist

Courtney Williams, 40, was formerly assigned to a Special Military Unit (SMU) at Fort Bragg in North Carolina. (AP Photo/Chris Seward, File)

FBI Director Kash Patel took to X on Wednesday after the arrest, saying the Bureau “will not tolerate” leakers of classified intel.

“Let this serve as a message to any would-be leakers: we’re working these cases, and we’re making arrests,” Patel wrote. “This FBI will not tolerate those who seek to betray our country and put Americans in harm’s way.”

The Associated Press reported that while the journalist is not named in the court filings, “dates and details match” both an article and book written by Seth Harp about the Army’s Delta Force.

An excerpt from Harp’s book, “The Fort Bragg Cartel” was published in Politico’s magazine last August under the title, “My Life Became a Living Hell: One Woman’s Career in Delta Force, the Army’s Most Elite Unit,” featuring Williams’ testimonials alleging sexual harassment while serving.

A sign showing Fort Bragg information in Fayetteville, North Carolina

Williams, an Army veteran, held a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance. (Logan Mock-Bunting/Getty Images)

Harp released a statement to WRAL-TV about Williams, calling her a “brave whistleblower and truth-teller,” despite reported reservations she shared with the journalist after the book was published.

“Former Delta Force operators disclose `national defense information’ on podcasts and YouTube shows every day, but the government is going after Courtney for the sole reason that she exposed sexual harassment and gender discrimination in the unit. This is a vindictive act of retaliation, plain and simple,” Harp’s statement read.

The published materials, according to the government, contained classified information at the “SECRET” level with “NOFORN” restrictions, meaning it was not authorized for release to foreign nationals — raising concerns it could be accessed by U.S. adversaries.

NATIONAL GUARDSMAN ACCUSED OF SEEKING TO SEND PHOTOS OF SENSITIVE MILITARY TECHNOLOGY TO RUSSIA

“Clearance holders accept a solemn obligation to protect the classified information entrusted to them,” said Assistant Attorney General for National Security John A. Eisenberg said in a DOJ release. “That they do so is critical to the security of our Nation. When clearance holders violate that trust, the National Security Division will act swiftly to hold them accountable.”

Evidence outlined in the complaint includes messages indicating Williams mailed a thumb drive containing materials to the journalist, as well as files saved on her computer labeled “Batch 1 for Reporter” and similar titles, suggesting an organized effort to provide information.

On the day the article and book were published, Williams allegedly texted the journalist expressing concern about the scope of the disclosure, writing that she was troubled by “the amount of classified information being disclosed” and that it felt like “an entire TTP was sent out in my name.”

In a separate conversation with her mother, Williams allegedly acknowledged the legal risk more directly.

EX-ARMY SERGEANT SENTENCED FOR TRYING TO GIVE STATE SECRETS TO CHINA AFTER MENTAL HEALTH SPIRAL

“I might actually get arrested, and I don’t even get a free copy of the book,” she wrote, adding the legal basis as “for disclosing classified information.”

Authorities say Williams had signed multiple non-disclosure agreements during her time working with the military unit and was explicitly warned that unauthorized disclosure of classified material could violate federal law.

Two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters preparing to land on flight strip at Fort Bragg

UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters fly over Fort Bragg, N.C. (Sgt. Steven Galimore/U.S. Army)

The complaint also notes that the leaked information could pose serious risks, including exposing military personnel to danger and compromising operations if adversaries studied the disclosed tactics.

“The tradecraft, tactics, and techniques used by the U.S. military unit in this case are classified and should be shared only with those with proper clearances and a need to know in order to protect American lives and safeguard classified National Defense information,” said Reid Davis, the FBI Special Agent in Charge in North Carolina.

“These are serious accusations. Anyone divulging information they vowed to protect to a reporter for publication is reckless, self-serving and damages our nation’s security.”

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP

Authorities say Williams had signed multiple non-disclosure agreements and was warned that releasing classified material could violate federal law.

The FBI Charlotte Field Office is investigating the case, with “valuable assistance” provided by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of North Carolina.

Fox News Digital reached out to Politico.


Terror suspects indicted after allegedly throwing bombs at NYC protest outside mayor’s mansion


NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

The two terror suspects accused of trying to bomb a protest outside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s residence last month, in what authorities have described as an ISIS-inspired attack, were indicted on Tuesday, according to federal prosecutors.

Ibrahim Kayumi, 19, and Emir Balat, 18, are accused of throwing live explosive devices into a protest outside Mamdani’s Gracie Mansion residence on March 7, after driving from Pennsylvania. The bombs failed to detonate and nobody was injured.

Both were charged with eight counts: conspiracy to provide material support and resources to a foreign terrorist organization, provision and attempted provision of material support and resources to a foreign terrorist organization, conspiracy to use a weapon of mass destruction, attempted use of a weapon of mass destruction, carrying of explosives during the commission of a federal felony, transportation of explosive materials, interstate transportation and receipt of explosives and unlawful possession of destructive devices.

“As alleged, just weeks ago, Emir Balat and Ibrahim Kayumi carried out a terrorist attack on the streets of New York,” U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Jay Clayton said in a statement. “They sought to murder multiple innocent victims in the name of ISIS. The brave women and men of the NYPD responded immediately, and Balat and Kayumi were arrested on site.”

NEW VIDEO SHOWS TERROR SUSPECT TACKLED AFTER ALLEGEDLY THROWING BOMB AT NYC PROTEST OUTSIDE MAYOR’S RESIDENCE

Terror suspects indicted after allegedly throwing bombs at NYC protest outside mayor’s mansion

Ibrahim Kayumi, right, pictured handing an object to Emir Balat, left. Both men were arrested on March 7 after allegedly attempting to bomb a protest in New York City and pledging allegiance to the ISIS terror group. (Justice Department Office of Public Affairs)

“Since their attack, our partners at the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force have uncovered evidence revealing the alleged meticulous planning by the defendants in their attack, including a notebook with detailed attack plans and a storage unit containing explosive residue and bomb-making materials,” he added.

When speaking to law enforcement, Balat allegedly said he wanted the planned attack to be “bigger than the Boston Marathon bombing.”

After Kayumi was arrested and waiting to be placed inside an NYPD vehicle, someone from the surrounding crowd yelled at him and asked why he carried out the attack.

“ISIS,” he allegedly responded.

PENNSYLVANIA MEN ACCUSED OF ISIS-INSPIRED BOMB ATTACK ON NYC PROTESTERS NEAR MAYOR’S MANSION: TIMELINE

Ibrahim Kayumi in custody, flanked by two NYPD officers

Ibrahim Kayumi was detained by officers outside Gracie Mansion during a protest in New York City on March 7, 2026. (REUTERS/Madison Swart)

The pair also made comments recorded on dashcam in which they discussed soon carrying out the attack as they traveled to New York, according to the indictment.

“What do you think? Are they going to remove the airplanes for us … over New York? Are they going to stop them? If we do the attack and the bombs go off and everything?” Balat asked.

“Just can’t wait for that bomb to go off and his freaking head, his body to get split in half bro, dead,” he added.

Kayumi said, “All I know is I want to start terror, bro” and “I want to petrify these people.”

Emir Balat tackled by a police officer

Emir Balat was tackled by an officer after he allegedly threw a bomb. (FNTV)

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP

A forensic analysis of two unexploded devices — one that Balat tossed into the crowd of protesters and another that Kayumi handed to Balat before Balat dropped it on the ground near NYPD officers — found that both contained explosives, according to the indictment.

Mamdani said after the attempted bombing last month that “violence at a protest is never acceptable.”

“The attempt to use an explosive device and hurt others is not only criminal, it is reprehensible and the antithesis of who we are,” the mayor said at the time.


Trump admin terminates some agreements with districts, college on transgender students


NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

As President Donald Trump’s administration pushes back against radical leftist gender ideology, the Department of Education is taking aim at agreements from prior administrations.

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights has rolled back provisions of resolution agreements stemming from previous administrations, unshackling schools from unlawful enforcement of Title IX, according to the department.

“Today, the Trump Administration is removing the unnecessary and unlawful burdens that prior Administrations imposed on schools in its relentless pursuit of a radical transgender agenda,” Department of Education Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights Kimberly Richey said in a statement.

EDUCATION SECRETARY LINDA MCMAHON ACCUSES CRITICS OF HAVING ‘TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME’

Trump admin terminates some agreements with districts, college on transgender students

President Donald Trump speaks with Secretary of Education Linda McMahon during an executive order signing ceremony in the Roosevelt Room of the White House on July 31, 2025, in Washington, D.C.  (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

“While previous Administrations launched Title IX investigations based on ‘misgendering,’ the Trump Administration is investigating allegations of girls and women being injured by men on their sports team or feeling violated by men in their intimate spaces,” she added.

“Today is yet another demonstration of the Trump Administration’s commitment to uphold the law, protect our students, and restore common sense. No longer will the federal government force educational institutions to violate the law or punish them for upholding it,” Richey declared.

The Department of Education listed Cape Henlopen School District, Delaware Valley School District, Fife School District, La Mesa-Spring Valley School District, Sacramento City Unified and Taft College.

DETRANSITIONER CHLOE COLE ACCUSES MEDIA OF ‘TRYING TO SUPPRESS’ COVERAGE OF TRANSGENDER SHOOTERS

Department of Education sign

A Department of Education sign is displayed outside their federal student aid office on May 18, 2025, in Washington, D.C. (Kevin Carter/Getty Images)

“OCR is rescinding portions of six resolution agreements that were reached through the illegal, heavy-handed manipulation of Title IX. The Department will therefore no longer monitor or enforce these agreements,” the department said.

A settlement that Delaware Valley School District had with the Obama administration required the district to allow students to utilize restrooms that matched their gender identity, according to The Associated Press.

In February, the Trump administration sent the district a letter saying it was rescinding the settlement. 

The administration required the district to rescind antidiscrimination protections for transgender pupils, the AP reported.

HARVARD ALUM PRAISES TRUMP ADMIN TARGETING UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONS POLICIES, HANDLING OF ANTISEMITISM

President Donald Trump and Education Secretary Linda McMahon

President Donald Trump speaks to the media after signing executive orders in the Oval Office at the White House on April 23, 2025, in Washington, D.C., as Secretary of Education Linda McMahon looks on. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP

The school board voted last month to alter its transgender student policies to comply with the administration’s requirements, the outlet reported.

The Associated Press contributed to this report


Probe to snare Iran rescue leaker ‘underway’ as Trump threatens jail for imperiling arduous operation


NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

An investigation is “underway” to determine who leaked to the press that one of the two American airmen was still missing after their fighter jet was shot down in Iran on Good Friday, a White House official told Fox News Digital.

During a Monday afternoon press conference centered on the successful rescue mission, President Donald Trump said his administration is working “very hard” to determine who the leaker is, which he said put the missing pilot at greater risk.

“We think we’ll be able to find it out because we’re going to go to the media company that released it, and we’re going to say, ‘national security, give it up or go to jail,'” Trump said.

When they did that, all of a sudden the entire country of Iran knew that there was a pilot that was somewhere on their land that was fighting for his life. And it also made it much more difficult for the pilots and for the people going in to search for him.”

TRUMP CALLS RESCUE OF DOWNED AIR FORCE PILOT AN ‘EASTER MIRACLE’

Probe to snare Iran rescue leaker ‘underway’ as Trump threatens jail for imperiling arduous operation

President Donald Trump gestures after speaking about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Washington. (Alex Brandon/Pool/AP)

The Military Times attributed an X post by Israel’s N12 News reporter Amit Segal as the first to break that one of the “crew members was successfully rescued,” citing a Western source around 11 a.m. on Friday.

But another Israel N12 News reporter, Barak Ravid, wrote an article for Axios that was published hours before Segal’s X post, which shared that one pilot was rescued and another was still missing. Ravid cited his sources as “an Israeli official and a second source with knowledge.”

“An American fighter jet was shot down by Iranian fire. A search is underway to locate the two crew members, according to a source familiar with the details. Read my article at @axios,” Ravid posted on X.

HH-60W Jolly Green helicopters

HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters were involved in rescue efforts for the downed airman in Iran. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Deanna Muir)

The New York Post reported that shortly after Ravid posted his story on X, Segal posted in his Telegram channel “Search operation in Iran — for two American crew members.”

While Segal shared in his Telegram channel Monday that he was the first to break the news of the missing airman, he walked back his statement to the New York Post.

“I’m not sure I was the first,” Segal said. “And anyway — I will protect my sources.”

MAURO COMPARES IRAN RESCUE OF MISSING COLONEL TO MADURO CAPTURE, CREDITS INTELLIGENCE PREPARATION

CBS News, the Washington Post and Reuters reported hours later on the missing airman but cited U.S. officials as their sources.

Trump called the “leaker” a “sick person,” claiming that they will face jail time.

Downed F-15 jet

A view of wreckage and remains of the downed F-15 fighter jet is seen in Iran on April 05, 2026. (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps/Anadolu via Getty Images)

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP

They put this mission at great risk,” Trump said. “They put that man at great risk, and they put the hundreds of people that went in looking for him, because everyone now knows that we’re going in.”

Fox News Digital reached out to CBS News, the Washington Post, Reuters and Israel’s Channel 12 for comment. Axios declined to comment at this time.


Family of missing coffee shop owner pleads for clues as cops scour surveillance video


NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

The family of a mother of two and coffee shop owner from Oakland who disappeared shared an update about the missing woman’s status on Sunday.

“During this holiday weekend, Amy’s friends and supporters have continued their efforts to review hours of video footage, searching BART stations and surrounding streets, and distributing flyers throughout the East Bay,” said an Easter Sunday message from Amy Hillyard’s family. “We are also thankful for the local media who have helped keep Amy’s story visible and in the hearts and minds of the community.”

The family posted the message to a dedicated webpage for Hillyard, 52, who disappeared at around 2 p.m. on March 25. Nearly two weeks later, her whereabouts remain unknown.

Family of missing coffee shop owner pleads for clues as cops scour surveillance video

Amy Hillyard is seen seated at a restaurant in an undated photo. Authorities say she is considered at risk. (Hillyard family)

FAMILY RAMPS UP SEARCH FOR MISSING COFFEE SHOP OWNER, MOTHER OF TWO, URGES PUBLIC TO CHECK CAMERAS

“While this is a day traditionally centered on hope and renewal, our hope remains steadfast: that Amy will be found and brought home safely,” the family said Sunday. “We ask the public to continue sharing Amy’s information, remain vigilant, and report any tips to the Oakland Police Department. Every effort matters. Every lead counts.”

Hillyard is considered “at risk” due to an undisclosed medical issue.

She is a mother of two, and the co-owner of Farley’s Coffee Shop in Oakland.

Missing person poster for Amy Hillyard displayed in Oakland California

A missing person poster for Amy Hillyard is displayed in Oakland, Calif., as police search for the at-risk 52-year-old woman. (KTVU)

BELOVED COFFEE SHOP OWNER, MOTHER OF TWO DISAPPEARS NEAR HOME, URGENT SEARCH UNDERWAY

Last week, her family asked residents in Cleveland Heights, Lake Merritt, the Lakeshore District and Crocker Highlands to check home surveillance systems for any signs of Hillyard.

“The search to bring Amy home continues, and we remain hopeful,” family friend Sarah Wachs told Fox News Digital last week. “We’ve had hundreds of people come together to look for Amy.”

Wachs told Fox News Digital Hillyard is dealing with a health condition that may leave her disoriented and in need of help, but declined to share further details to protect her privacy.

Amy Hillyard smiling beside a dog

Amy Hillyard is seen with a dog in an undated photo. The 52-year-old has been missing since March 25. (Hillyard family)

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP

Hillyard is described as 5-foot-4 and about 120 pounds with blonde hair. Police recently clarified she was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, light blue jeans and white sneakers with a black stripe, updating an earlier description of different clothing.

The Oakland Police Department said there were no new updates as of Monday afternoon. 


Murder suspect on ICE hold accused of luring teen into death trap where victim’s final plea went unheard


NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

An 18-year-old murder suspect is being held on an immigration detainer after prosecutors say he helped lure a 15-year-old Missouri boy into a deadly ambush where the teen begged for his life.

Yefry Archaga, 18, is charged with first-degree murder in the March 12 killing of 15-year-old Miles Young in Greene County.

Jail records show Archaga is being held without bond and is subject to a federal immigration hold.

A second suspect, Praize King, 18, is also charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action in connection with the killing.

FOUR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS LINKED TO MS-13 INDICTED FOR ALLEGEDLY MURDERING 14-YEAR-OLD BOY IN MARYLAND PARK

Murder suspect on ICE hold accused of luring teen into death trap where victim’s final plea went unheard

Yefry Archaga, 18, is accused in the ambush killing of a Missouri teenager and is being held on an ICE detainer. (Greene County Jail)

According to court documents obtained by the Springfield Daily Citizen, the attack was premeditated.

Prosecutors allege Archaga “planned and set up a 15-year-old boy to be murdered,” luring Young into what he believed was a meetup before ambushing him. Investigators say the victim believed he was meeting a girl, but instead walked into a coordinated setup involving multiple individuals.

Investigators say a juvenile suspect picked up Young after leading him to believe he was meeting a girl, despite warnings that it could be a setup.

ILLEGAL ALIEN YOUTH COACH COULD FACE DEATH PENALTY AFTER ALLEGEDLY MURDERING, RAPING TEEN PLAYER

Praize King mugshot, suspect in Missouri teen ambush killing case

Praize King, 18, is charged in connection with the killing of 15-year-old Miles Young in Missouri. (Greene County Jail)

Court documents obtained by KY3 describe how the group had been driving around Springfield discussing the plan before stopping to retrieve a second vehicle. They then allegedly used two cars, including a black Mercedes, to track Young’s location and carry out the ambush.

When the vehicle stopped, Young ran.

A witness told investigators Archaga, allegedly wearing a black ski mask and armed with a “Glock-style” handgun, chased the teen on foot.

DHS SLAMS CALIFORNIA ‘SANCTUARY’ COUNTY AFTER MOM ALLEGEDLY MURDERED BY 2 HONDURAN NATIONALS

Miles Young with family members in Missouri prior to fatal ambush

Miles Young, 15, pictured with family members before his death in a Missouri ambush killing. (GoFundMe)

“Defendant ambushed victim, chased victim on foot, and shot victim as victim was stating he wanted to live,” the probable cause statement says, according to the Springfield Daily Citizen.

Another witness reported hearing Young fall and cry out, “I just don’t wanna die,” followed by gunshots.

Young was struck in the chest and later pronounced dead at a hospital.

GOT A TIP?

Witnesses told investigators they believed Young had been targeted, possibly tied to a prior dispute. He was expected to testify in a 2025 homicide case, according to the documents obtained by the Springfield Daily Citizen.

Authorities allege Archaga fled after the shooting and was arrested March 31 in Webb City following a two-week search. He is scheduled to appear in court April 13.

FOLLOW US ON X

At least one additional suspect, believed to be a juvenile, has not been publicly identified.

The killing has left Young’s family and community devastated.

GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL

Miles Young with family in hospital photo before Missouri ambush killing

Miles Young, 15, with family members in a photo shared after his death. (GoFundMe)

“Miles was a compassionate, loving, and kind 15-year-old who brought light to everyone around him,” his family wrote on a fundraising page. “He was a big brother, a son, a grandson, and a friend… full of life and always showed care for others.”

CLICK HERE FOR MORE US NEWS

“No parent should ever have to outlive and bury their child,” the statement reads.

As the family mourns, they say they are leaning on community support while detectives continue working to bring justice in the case.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP

The investigation remains ongoing.

Fox News Digital reached out to ICE and the U.S. Marshals for comment but did not immediately receive a response.