General News Update — April 25, 2026 2 PM Eastern

Clockwise General News — Bipartisan infrastructure talks in Washington have abruptly stalled, casting significant doubt on critical economic recovery legislation. This is Clockwise general news, 2 PM Eastern. Congressional leaders failed to bridge divides on crucial funding mechanisms for nationwide projects. The unexpected impasse now threatens to indefinitely delay vital upgrades across the country. Internationally, tensions are sharply escalating in the Strait of Hormuz after a serious naval incident.