The U.S. military operation against Iran, aimed at dismantling Iran’s Navy and missile infrastructure, has not prioritized reopening the Strait of Hormuz for oil tankers, according to White House press secretary Caroline Levitt. Despite U.S. efforts, Iran has continued to disrupt oil shipments, raising global crude oil prices. Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested the strait would reopen either through Iran’s compliance with international law or international intervention. President Trump threatened to target Iran’s electric plants and oil facilities if the strait isn’t reopened. The operation, named Operation Epic Fury, is nearing its 30th day, with a potential timeline of four to six weeks.
A new analysis of chemicals in U.S. infant formula found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides and other potential contaminants, federal health officials said Wednesday.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will face questioning from lawmakers Wednesday for the first time since the Trump administration went to war with Iran, a decision that Democrats say has led to a costly conflict of choice waged without congressional approval.
The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives was charged Monday with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump as federal authorities suggested an attack that disrupted one of Washington's glitziest events had been planned for at least several weeks.
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