Jet Down in Iran, Voter Privacy, Dietary Guidelines

Two US fighter jets were downed over Iran amid ongoing American and Israeli bombardments, highlighting persistent risks despite President Trump's predictions of a quick end to the conflict. The Justice Department is pressing states for sensitive voter data to share with Homeland Security, raising privacy alarms as courts block the effort. Separately, the American Heart Association issued diet guidelines urging less meat and more plant-based foods, clashing with recent government advice from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Jets Down in Iran Signal Air Defense Risks

For five weeks, US forces had flown thousands of bombing missions over Iran without losing aircraft, but that changed Friday. An F-15 fighter jet was hit by Iranian fire in western Iran, prompting a rescue for its two crew members—a pilot and weapons officer. One was recovered, but the second airman's fate remains unknown, with search operations continuing, per a US official speaking anonymously.

Later, an A-10 Warthog—known for low, slow flights and a powerful cannon—was struck near Iran's coastline. Its lone pilot was rescued. These losses contradict Trump's Wednesday speech claiming Iran's air defenses were destroyed.