Iran, Fauci, and Global Tensions | Washington DC News

Tensions in the Persian Gulf escalate as Iran threatens attacks on energy infrastructure if the U.S. strikes, while Saudi Arabia urges Trump to rethink military action; Iran edges closer to reopening Hormuz with Oman, but U.S. conditions remain unclear. Domestically, Trump and Defense Secretary Hegseth clash over weapon stockpiles. A bizarre twist: HHS hands Fauci’s iPhone to Senator Johnson’s panel as Senate prepares to vote on contempt charges against him — amid GOP AGs probing his pandemic profits, seen by some as election-driven. Senator Fetterman opposes Blanche’s AG nomination, as Senate races to finish business before a long break. Trump personally calls Fed Chair Warsh — a rare move to avoid optics of rate interference. The FDA approves a new mRNA flu vaccine despite RFK Jr.’s skepticism. Over 50 family members of active-duty troops are detained in immigration raids, and Haitian TPS status is revoked. Shockingly, FBI Director Patel announces partnerships with China and Russia — a geopolitical pivot that stirs controversy. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance: http://coaching.garrettwaller.com Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4e2ab54c5b2b1267