Jeff Parrott
@jefftparrott
Journalist and politics editor at The Salt Lake Tribune. U.S. Army/OEF veteran. Tweets do not reflect the views of my employer.
SCOOP: The Pentagon’s inspector general has received evidence that messages from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s Signal account previewing a U.S. bombing campaign in Yemen derived from a classified email labeled “SECRET/NOFORN,” people familiar with the matter said.
U.S. Sen. Mike Lee says he’s pulled from the “Big Beautiful Bill” his controversial proposal to sell federal public lands to states and private buyers for new housing developments. #utpol sltrib.com/news/politics/…
As Iran retaliated after the U.S. bombing of several of its nuclear facilities, are Utah National Guard members deployed to the Middle East in danger? sltrib.com/news/politics/…
There was concern that Iran would retaliate against U.S. forces — including about 20 Utah National Guard members – deployed to the Middle East. But Trump, after Iran's attack on Al Udeid in Qatar, says Iran has “gotten it all out of their ‘system.’” sltrib.com/news/politics/…
As tributes for Arthur Folasa "Afa" Ah Loo pour in from across the globe, those at home in Utah are remembering the renowned fashion designer not only for his creations, but for what he meant to the community. sltrib.com/news/2025/06/1…
Tina Smith just pulled Mike Lee out of a Republicans-only briefing on their tax-and-spending bill. The pair spoke for a couple of minutes before Smith walked away. When I asked what she said to him, she said “let me just gather myself” before rushing back onto the Senate floor.
After he made unfounded claims tying the shootings of Democratic Minnesota state lawmakers to their Democratic governor and “the left,” Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar has a message for Utah Sen. Mike Lee: “This is not a joke.” With @RobertGehrke. sltrib.com/news/politics/…
Salt Lake City police say they have taken three people into custody after a shooting near the No Kings march downtown Saturday evening left a man with a “critical” gunshot wound. 🔗 More: sltrib.com/news/politics/…
There’s two layers of barriers between the public and the parade route with cops and soldiers alternating every 100 feet or so, giving them a better chance of apprehending anyone trying to hop the fence to disrupt the procession
No Kings demonstrators in Provo waving American flags and homemade signs lined the block in front of Provo City Center Saturday. Video by Trevor Christensen, The Salt Lake Tribune.
Protesters at Salt Lake City’s No Kings event sing along with “You’ll Be Back,” from Hamilton, Saturday morning at the U.
This energy drink is evidently a collab between Anheuser-Busch and Dana White of the UFC, handed out for free at the water tent
Would note: The Pentagon often discloses this information because it has deterrent value to potential adversaries. They *want* it known that this firepower is in the region.
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Happy Pat Bagley Day! @slcmayor has proclaimed that May 31, 2025, is for honoring the ‘champion of wit,’ @Patbagley sltrib.com/news/2025/05/3…
Mr. Secretary, perhaps we could talk about it? You haven’t responded to any of our interview requests since taking office. Our door’s open
It’s called: “In God We Trust.” Since our founding, America’s leaders — and warriors — have sought God’s providence and protection. We seek to glorify Him as we serve our country. At the Pentagon, we will humbly continue this sacred tradition — each and every month.
BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff accused of sex assault in new civil lawsuit Story: sltrib.com/sports/byu-cou…