Iran fights to keep grip on Hormuz as US, Gulf allies carve new shipping route

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Iran’s latest attacks on commercial shipping came just as the United States and Oman were beginning to steer more vessels through a new southern shipping corridor hugging Oman’s coastline — an alternative route designed to move traffic farther from Iran’s immediate reach. Former U.S. military commanders and … Read more

Hormuz traffic flows despite ship attack as Iran fights to keep its grip on key trade route

A trickle of marine traffic was passing through the Strait of Hormuz on Friday despite an attack on a ship in the vital waterway a day earlier, as Iran reiterated its warnings for ships to follow a Tehran-approved route. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. … Read more

Trump backs both South Carolina GOP rivals as runoff tests his endorsement grip

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! PELZER, South Carolina — Both candidates in Tuesday’s Republican gubernatorial runoff election in this solidly red southeastern state have President Donald Trump’s blessing. Trump, seemingly aiming to cover his bases, made an 11th-hour endorsement ahead of the runoff and is now backing both contenders in the showdown … Read more

Storms, floods and scorching heat grip the U.S. as World Cup and holiday travel peak

Severe storms, flash flooding and extreme heat are battering parts of the Plains, Midwest and the South this weekend, threatening to disrupt World Cup fans, athletes and holiday travelers alike. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Flood watches remain in effect across the South, including in … Read more

Trump’s grip on GOP faces fresh challenge in South Carolina governor battle

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! One week after President Donald Trump’s endorsement-winning streak in high-profile Republican primaries was snapped, the president’s immense clout over his party is facing another key test in South Carolina’s GOP gubernatorial nomination face-off. A week and a half ago, the president handed Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette 11th-hour … Read more

Trump extends his grip on GOP in defeat of Kentucky’s Massie

Rep. Thomas Massie knew from the start of the 119th Congress that his independent streak could cost him his seat. But the Kentucky Republican persisted. He voted against the tax cuts and spending increases in President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill.” He teamed up with a prominent Democrat to push for release of the Epstein … Read more

Trump’s grip on GOP tested in Indiana as primary battles target defiant Republicans

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Early results are starting to come in, in Indiana’s primary, where President Donald Trump‘s immense sway over the GOP is on the line, as his endorsements in key Republican state Senate nomination races will be tested. Five months ago, Republicans in the GOP-dominated Indiana state Senate withstood … Read more

Trump’s grip over GOP tested as state senators who defied president challenged in key primaries

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! It’s primary day in Republican-dominated Indiana, where President Donald Trump’s immense sway over the GOP is on the line, as his endorsements in key races will be tested. In neighboring Ohio, another right-leaning state, some of Tuesday’s top primaries will tee up crucial general election showdowns in … Read more

Trump backs Hilton ahead of California GOP vote, testing Bianco’s grip on party endorsement

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! California Republicans this weekend will vote to endorse their pick for California governor in the race to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom. The vote, this Sunday in San Diego at the California GOP’s annual convention, comes a week after President Donald Trump took sides between the … Read more

Liberals tighten grip on battleground state Supreme Court in low-key but high-stakes election

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Liberals expanded their majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court in an election Tuesday, strengthening control in a key battleground state, in a ballot box showdown that drew limited nation attention but had plenty riding on the results. Wisconsin Appeals Court Judge Chris Taylor, a former democratic state … Read more