Former U.S. Military Officials Say Trump’s Iran Strike Violated Constitution and International Law

Retired Pentagon legal chiefs and national security analysts argue Operation Epic Fury triggered the War Powers Resolution and risks wider regional escalation.

A growing group of former U.S. military legal officials and national security analysts is alleging that President Donald Trump’s order authorizing coordinated U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iranian targets violated both domestic and international law, igniting a high-stakes debate over presidential war powers, congressional authority, and the risk of broader Middle East conflict.

Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Rachel VanLandingham, who previously served as chief of international law at U.S. Central Command, said the operation — dubbed Operation Epic Fury — constituted a clear “introduction of U.S. forces into hostilities,” thereby triggering the War Powers Resolution’s 48-hour notification requirement.

“This absolutely triggers the 48-hour notice requirement,” VanLandingham said, arguing that informal briefings to the bipartisan “Gang of Eight” do not satisfy the statutory obligation for a formal report to Congress as an institution.

🎸Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s 2026 Nominees Span Pop, Hip-Hop and Hard Rock in One of Its Most Eclectic Ballots Yet

Shakira, Lauryn Hill, Pink, Jeff Buckley, Phil Collins, New Edition and Wu-Tang Clan headline a 17-artist slate that blurs genre lines and fuels fresh debate over the Hall’s evolving identity

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has unveiled its 17 nominees for the Class of 2026 — and the list may be one of the most stylistically diverse in the institution’s history.

From Latin pop globalist Shakira and hip-hop pioneers Wu-Tang Clan to alt-rock cult hero Jeff Buckley and R&B royalty Luther Vandross, the ballot reflects an increasingly expansive definition of what constitutes “rock and roll” in the 21st century.

Among this year’s nominees are: The Black Crowes, Jeff Buckley, Mariah Carey, Phil Collins, Melissa Etheridge, Lauryn Hill, Billy Idol, INXS, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, New Edition, Oasis, Pink, Sade, Shakira, Luther Vandross and Wu-Tang Clan.

Ten artists appear on the ballot for the first time, including Buckley, Collins, Etheridge, Hill, INXS, New Edition, Pink, Shakira, Vandross and Wu-Tang Clan. Seven acts return after previous nominations, including Carey, Iron Maiden and Oasis — all now vying for induction after multiple attempts since 2021.

🏌️‍♀️ Kentucky Women’s Golf Begins Play at the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate

Wildcats open spring test at Long Cove Club against 11 Top-25 teams, including four Top-10 powerhouses

LEXINGTON, Ky. | The spring stretch intensifies for the Kentucky Wildcats women’s golf team as they head to Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, for one of the most prestigious regular-season tournaments in collegiate golf — the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate.

The three-day, 54-hole event runs March 2–4 at Long Cove Golf Club (par 71, 6,378 yards) and will be nationally televised on the Golf Channel for the fifth consecutive year, airing live daily from 2:30–5:30 p.m. ET.

Kentucky tees off Monday at 10:20 a.m. ET on Hole No. 10, paired with Duke and Vanderbilt in what promises to be a high-profile opening round grouping.

🏀No. 7 Oklahoma’s Balanced Attack Powers 84-78 Road Win Over Missouri

Raegen Beers, Aaliyah Chavez headline four-player surge as Sooners dominate glass and extend streak against unranked foes

COLUMBIA, Mo. | Championship-caliber teams win in different ways. On Sunday, No. 7 Oklahoma proved balance and toughness still travel.

Behind 23 points and nine rebounds from Raegen Beers and an 18-point performance from Aaliyah Chavez, the Sooners defeated Missouri 84-78 in an SEC showdown that showcased Oklahoma’s depth and dominance on the boards.

Payton Verhulst delivered one of her most complete games of the season, posting 16 points and a season-best 12 rebounds. Sahara Williams added 13 points and nine boards as Oklahoma (23-6, 11-5 SEC) placed four players in double figures and extended its winning streak to 28 straight games against unranked opponents dating back to last season.

🏌️‍♀️No. 14 Vanderbilt Women’s Golf Tees Off at Star-Studded Darius Rucker Intercollegiate

Commodores face 11 CLIPPD Top-25 programs at Long Cove Club as Tillie Claggett leads Vandy into one of college golf’s premier events

The stage is set for one of the most competitive tournaments in women’s college golf — and No. 14 Vanderbilt is right in the middle of it.

The Commodores travel from Nashville to Hilton Head, South Carolina this week for the annual Darius Rucker Intercollegiate, a three-day, 54-hole showcase hosted at the renowned Long Cove Club. Widely regarded as the premier regular-season event in women’s collegiate golf, the tournament features 11 of the 17 teams ranked inside the CLIPPD Top 25.

Head coach Greg Allen knows exactly what kind of challenge awaits.

“The Darius has become the best tournament in women’s college golf,” Allen said. “Long Cove demands your best — not just from a golf standpoint, but mentally as well.”