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Iran Official: “No Military Solution to a Political Crisis” May 05, 2026

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The ceasefire between the US and Iran is being tested after both sides fired shots in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting President Donald Trump to decline to say if the truce remains in place. In addition, the United Arab Emirates, a US ally, said that its air defenses “engaged” 19 Iranian missiles and drones and that a drone attack caused a fire at an oil port in the Fujairah region.

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Stalemate and Strategy: Analyzing Trump's Iran Policy May 02, 2026

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Dive deep into the latest on US-Iran tensions, Trump's economic strategies, and exclusive insights from the legendary Spike Lee on politics and AI in Hollywood!

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Trump Suggests He Attacked Iran After Markets Hit Record High May 01, 2026

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It’s deadline day for Trump’s war with Iran as the Pentagon tries to call timeout to prevent a make or break action from Congress. Plus, a stunning move out of Louisiana where the governor has now suspended elections to allow for a new Republican-drawn midterm map.

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SCOTUS Ruling Makes Racial Gerrymandering Challenges Harder Apr 30, 2026

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Wednesday’s opinion, written by Justice Samuel Alito with the dissent from the court’s three liberals, will make it much harder for voters of color to challenge redistricting plans that allegedly dilute the political power of minority communities.

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James Comey Defiant Amid 2nd Indictment Apr 29, 2026

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Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday over a photo of seashells officials said threatened President Donald Trump, marking the administration’s second attempt to prosecute one of his biggest political opponents, three sources first told CNN.

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Trump & GOP Urge Support for WH Ballroom After Shooting Apr 28, 2026

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Prosecutors reveal their case against the man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump. Plus, President Trump called for ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel after he jokingly called first lady Melania Trump an “expectant widow” during a White House Correspondents’ Dinner skit on his show last week.

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NYT: Supreme Leader’s Face Severely Burned, Struggles to Speak Apr 24, 2026

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US military officials are developing new plans to target Iran’s capabilities in the Strait of Hormuz in the event the current ceasefire with Iran falls apart, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter.

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White House: No “Firm Deadline” for Iranian Peace Proposal Apr 23, 2026

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President Trump said there is “no time frame” for the conflict with Iran and rejected suggestions that political considerations are influencing his approach. Earlier, his spokesperson said the president doesn’t view Iran’s assertion that it seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz as a violation of the ceasefire.

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Trump: No Blockade, No Deal “Unless We Blow Up” the Rest of Iran Apr 22, 2026

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President Trump said he extended the ceasefire with Iran until peace talks have ended — despite his prior vow not to prolong the truce. He said the US would continue to blockade Iranian ports, which Iran’s foreign minister previously said amounted to an “act of war.”

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Some Officials Privately Acknowledge Trump’s Rhetoric Unhelpful Apr 21, 2026

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US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran ends “Wednesday evening Washington time,” adding it’s “highly unlikely” he would extend it if a deal is not reached before then.

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