The White House announced that President Trump has extended the timeline for Iran to restore access to the Strait of Hormuz, the critical shipping corridor that handles a significant portion of global oil transport.
In overnight legislative action on Capitol Hill, senators approved a funding package that covers most Department of Homeland Security operations while notably excluding Immigration and Customs Enforcement from the budget allocation.
The ongoing tensions with Iran are creating divisions within the President’s political base, particularly evident at this year’s Conservative Political Action Conference where attendees are grappling with questions about military engagement in the Middle East.
