Islamic State Airstrikes in Syria: House Speaker John Boehner, Senate Lawmakers Support Airstrike Decision

Following the first airstrikes to combat the Islamic State (IS) militant group in Syria, congressional leaders have issued their first comments on the issue while continuing their recess.

United Nations General Assembly: Barack Obama Calls for Support to Dismantle Islamic State, Neglects Immigration

President Barack Obama's campaign to combat terrorism continued at the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday. The president also discussed the Ebola virus outbreak and the Russian-Ukrainian crisis.

What To Expect at 69th UN Session on Immigration, Climate Change, and Islamic State

The 69th General Debate at the General Assembly will include discussion of immigration, climate change and the potential threat of the Islamic State (IS) militant group.

House, Senate Pass Defense Authorization for Syrian Rebels Against Islamic State, Obama 'Pleased' With Bipartisan Support

Putting aside their political affiliations, Congress has passed authorization to combat the Islamic State militant group before going on recess, and it is ready for President Barack Obama's signature.

New Hampshire Senate Election Poll Tied Between Scott Brown, Jeanne Shaheen as ISIS, Immigration Issues Develop

The difference between "likely voters" and "registered voters" may make the difference for the campaigns of Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and her Republican opponent Scott Brown.

NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo, NJ Gov. Chris Christie Start Bi-State Security Agencies to Improve Terrorism Coordination for Metropolitan Region

The governors of New Jersey and New York announced a multilateral partnership to improve "security preparedness and coordination" for the states' region as the threat of terrorism increased.

Homeland Security Addresses Possibility of ISIS Terrorists Crossing US-Mexico Border

The Department of Homeland Security clarified rumors to Congress regarding the possibility of the Islamic State -- also known as ISIS and ISIL -- crossing the U.S.-Mexican border.

Islamist Militants Capture Tikrit Following Their Seizure of Iraq's Second Largest City, Mosul

Islamist militants have captured the city of Tikrit, Iraq after the seizure of Mosul Tuesday.
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