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President Trump stated that he is 'low-keying it' regarding the war with Iran as it approaches its sixth month. He added that they are only semi-negotiating and are watching Iran due to concerns over the country’s huge inflation and lack of money.

Federal aviation officials are investigating a potential safety incident involving President Trump's Marine One helicopter after it flew too close to a commercial airliner near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration noted a momentary loss of separation between the aircraft, while the National Transportation Safety Board confirmed its investigation into the event.

U.S. President Donald Trump indicated a potential deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be announced soon, as Iran and Oman progress toward an agreement on the critical waterway. The conflict, which began on Feb. 28 with U.S. and Israeli involvement, has disrupted shipping through the strait, raising fuel and goods prices globally and straining the economy.

U.S. President Donald Trump claims a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be announced soon, as Iran and Oman approach an agreement. The closure of the strait, critical to global oil shipments, has disrupted trade and driven up energy prices.

The US, Oman, and Iran have agreed on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, including a ceasefire and a 60-day governance plan. Ships will use a northern lane near Iran and exit through Omani waters without tolls. Oil prices dropped as the market anticipated a lasting resolution.

The Trump administration's AI testing framework excludes open models and cannot restrict them post-release. The framework was established after an executive order in June requiring AI companies to share frontier models with the government before release to address cybersecurity risks.

Rep. Chuck Edwards dropped his re-election bid after the House Ethics Committee recommended his censure over sexual harassment issues. He stated he would complete his current term following the decision.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be announced by Wednesday or Thursday. Iran and Oman are nearing an agreement to establish shipping lanes controlled by Iran for entry and Oman for exit, with service fees for security and environmental protection. The Trump administration opposes Iranian control of the strait, which has been blocked by Iran's attacks since a U.S.-Israel attack in February.

US President Donald Trump warned Iran that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened soon or Iran would face severe consequences. Negotiations with Iran, Oman, and Qatar are ongoing, with a potential 60-day interim deal to ensure safe passage through the strait. Iran seeks control of the waterway and tolls, while the US aims to de-escalate tensions and secure reopening.

Trump's company offers real-time access to Truth Social posts via a paid API, charging up to $1.2 million annually. The service provides financial institutions and trading firms a speed advantage to react to market-moving posts. Congressional Democrats and regulators are investigating potential conflicts of interest and market manipulation.

Ex-GOP Rep. Jim Renacci may seek a House comeback if Rep. Max Miller drops his reelection bid amid domestic abuse allegations. Miller denies wrongdoing and maintains he will continue his campaign, despite pressure from Republicans and criticism from Sen. Bernie Moreno, Emily Moreno's father. Renacci stated he would consider running only if Miller exits the race.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called US President Donald Trump to urge de-escalation and oppose strikes against Iran. Trump later canceled the proposed strikes, contingent on a deal involving the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's denuclearisation.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed concern to President Donald Trump about US plans for new strikes against Iran, according to Axios. The call highlighted unease over potential military actions targeting Iran.

President Trump is considering launching attacks on Iranian energy targets to pressure Iran into agreeing to U.S. terms in ceasefire negotiations. Iran's affiliated Tasnim news agency warns that such strikes would provoke a response targeting U.S. and Israeli infrastructure.

The US Senate advanced a bill to impose economic penalties on Russia and countries purchasing its fossil fuels, granting the president authority to levy up to 100% tariffs on major buyers. Critics question the bill's effectiveness in aiding Ukraine, while the energy conflict between Russia and Ukraine escalates, with Ukraine targeting Russian refineries and Zelenskyy requesting Patriot missile interceptors from Trump.

The US army is reportedly conducting air strikes and attacking targets in Iran, according to Axios citing a senior American official. US President Donald Trump stated the US would hit Iran 'very hard' following an attack on the US military in Jordan.

Amazon's security researchers revealed that a North Korea-linked hacking group targeted small npm packages like typo-crypto, debug, and chalk as a rehearsal before attacking the widely used axios library. The group used trusted maintainers to publish malicious updates, testing methods that later scaled to larger software. The typo-crypto attack in March 2025 involved a malicious file that activated with a specific numeric input and downloaded platform-specific code.

Lebanese judicial authorities issued a 30-day arrest warrant for businessman Antoun Sehnaoui, accused of meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during Israel's war on Lebanon, violating the country's boycott law against Israel. A dinner hosted by Sehnaoui and former US envoy Morgan Ortagus in Washington, attended by Netanyahu, sparked social media outrage in Lebanon.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky requested an emergency winter package of Patriot air defense interceptors from President Trump to defend against Russian attacks on energy infrastructure. Ukraine's stockpiles are nearly depleted, risking a humanitarian crisis if not replenished by winter. Trump agreed to discuss production licenses with U.S. defense companies to increase supply.

Richmond leads Virginia in projected 2026 home sales growth, while a state study recommends stricter groundwater regulations near data centers. Spanberger appoints a career regulator to lead Virginia’s energy department, and federal SNAP funding is at risk due to administrative errors. A lawsuit against Virginia Beach police officials was recently dismissed.

US Central Command (Centcom) reported that Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles in an attempted surprise attack on US forces in the Middle East. All missiles were successfully intercepted, and Centcom stated forces remain vigilant. Axios also reported the attack targeted a US base in Jordan, citing a US official.

President Trump's lawyers are seeking the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn an $83.3 million defamation judgment against him for statements made in 2019 denying E. Jean Carroll's sexual assault allegations. They argue presidential immunity applies because the comments were made while Trump was in office in response to reporters' questions about his fitness for office.

Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang is meeting US officials and lawmakers in Washington amid reports that its export-controlled processors have been used to train advanced Chinese artificial intelligence models. He met with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, but the meeting's purpose was not confirmed by either party.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the U.S. is engaged in 'very deep talks with Iran' and warned of potential 'strong military action' if diplomatic efforts fail. He emphasized urgency, saying 'Not much time. Either it goes fast or not at all.'

President Donald Trump stated that the US is in 'very deep talks with Iran' and warned of 'strong military action' if diplomacy fails. He emphasized there is 'not much time' for negotiations to succeed.

Global oil prices are hovering around $90 per barrel amid a volatile U.S.-Iran conflict. The Federal Reserve is set to announce an interest rate decision on Wednesday. Madison Mills, a senior AI reporter for Axios, provides further analysis.

President Trump did not authorize U.S. military airstrikes on Iran after the Islamic Republic killed American troops in Jordan, breaking a two-week streak of attacks. Diplomatic talks with Oman and Iran aim to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Trump suggested a potential deal over continued strikes, despite increased U.S. military presence in the region.

Investors are shifting from US Treasurys to tech company debt, particularly long-maturity bonds from AI hyperscalers, causing US 30-year bond yields to remain above 5% for an extended period. This trend increases the cost of financing US debt, which now exceeds $31 trillion, and contributes to higher mortgage rates.

US President Donald Trump is considering a 'massive attack' on Iran after losing patience with negotiations, according to reports. His new nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia faces challenges due to conditions requiring Riyadh to normalize relations with Israel and forgoing uranium enrichment.

President Trump is considering launching a 'massive attack' on Iran as the U.S. expands its military targets and deploys heavier firepower in the region.

President Trump told Axios he is considering a 'massive attack' on Iran 'bigger than ever before,' signaling a potential major escalation. A CBS News correspondent reported the details.

US President Donald Trump told Axios he is considering restarting major combat operations in Iran, potentially larger than 'Operation Epic Fury,' and stated that Iran 'hasn't received enough pain yet.' US strikes in Iran since June 27 have killed at least 53 people, including three children, according to Al Jazeera.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office is discussing a potential meeting with President Trump during Netanyahu's upcoming US trip, but no meeting has been confirmed. The trip was canceled last week due to the postponement of Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral, and White House sources denied any set meetings with Netanyahu just before the cancellation announcement.

Republicans acknowledge their midterm prospects are poor and are relying on voters' dislike of Democrats to win. GOP strategists argue that public anger toward Democrats outweighs anger toward Republicans, but internal frustrations persist over Trump's focus on non-economic issues. Polls suggest Democrats may gain a House majority, and Trump's approval ratings remain negative.

Saudi Arabia's civil defense issued early warnings for potential danger in Al-Kharj and Yanbu, later stating the danger had passed. Iran targeted an American military base in Saudi Arabia with a ballistic missile, marking the first such attack in four months, according to a US official.

DC Blox has closed on a 23-acre property next to the Nashville Zoo for a proposed data center, which the zoo opposes due to concerns about animal impacts. Metro Council will vote on legislation that could block the data center's construction, including a temporary moratorium and zoning restrictions.

US President Donald Trump reportedly advised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to withdraw Israeli forces from Syria and Lebanon during a phone call, according to a report by Axios.

Qatari officials have joined talks between Iran and Oman in Muscat over navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Discussions focus on a possible statement to reopen the central passage through the strategic waterway, which lies in international waters.

The Trump administration has given Iran until Saturday to acknowledge the Strait of Hormuz is open and commit to stopping attacks on commercial ships, according to US officials cited by Axios. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to meet Oman's counterpart in Muscat to discuss the Hormuz crisis, with US officials warning of 'harsh consequences' if Iran fails to issue a compliant statement afterward.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump held a phone call in which they agreed to continue coordination between their countries. Trump provided updates on 'American moves in the Gulf' following reports of renewed strikes on Iran.