In today’s newsletter: Iran’s strikes force Gulf nations to consider joining the war. Bipartisan efforts to end the DHS shutdown reach a new level of urgency. And the cast of “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” raised concerns over abuse allegations against one of the show’s stars at a meeting with ABC execs. Here’s what to … Read more
8m ago Explosions over Dubai, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia as more Iranian weapons intercepted Heavy explosions shook Dubai as air defenses intercepted early incoming fire over the city, where people were observing Eid al-Fitr, the end of the holy Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, and mosques made the day’s first call to prayers. Bahrain’s … Read more
For a hot minute, it appeared that President Donald Trump’s bold decision to go to war with Iran would fracture his MAGA base. Outside criticism was immediately fierce, as movement influencers, including Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, and Candace Owens, made clear their opposition in the name of “America First.” This week, top Trump counterterrorism official … Read more
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was back on Capitol Hill on Thursday, discussing the worldwide threat assessment. Ian Bremmer, president and founder of the Eurasia Group, joins “The Daily Report” to discuss. Source link
WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met privately Wednesday with the families of six service members who died in the Iran war and, in a press briefing the next morning, said the message he got was consistent and supportive. “What I heard through tears, through hugs, through strength and through unbreakable resolve was the same … Read more
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth responded Thursday to a Washington Post report that the Pentagon will ask Congress for an additional $200 billion for the Iran war. He said that the number could change because it “takes money to kill bad guys.” CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more from Capitol Hill. Source link
It appears Congress, which has not authorized the war with Iran, may be asked to provide $200 billion to pay for it. That number is not official, but senior House and Senate Republicans did not deny it on Thursday and sounded vaguely supportive. CBS News’ Major Garrett has more. Source link
Mortgage rates in the U.S. jumped this week to the highest level in three months, as the Iran war fans inflation fears and puts pressure on the U.S. housing market. The 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.22% in the week ending March 19, up from 6.11% the previous week, according to Freddie Mac. Economists note that … Read more
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed his nation on Thursday, giving an update on the state of the war with Iran. Netanyahu praised President Trump several times, thanking him for “leading this effort to safeguard our future.” Source link