Iran War Escalates: 140 U.S. Troops Wounded, Oil Shock Threatens Economy, Trump Pushes SAVE Act

On today’s episode of The White House Briefing Room, Jon Decker breaks down the latest developments in the war with Iran as the Pentagon confirms 140 U.S. service members wounded and seven killed since the start of Operation Epic Fury. With tensions rising in the Strait of Hormuz and fears of Iranian naval mines disrupting global oil shipments, the conflict is sending oil prices soaring and rattling markets worldwide. President Trump is warning Iran of severe military consequences if it attempts to block shipping lanes, while the International Energy Agency considers the largest strategic oil reserve release in history to stabilize energy markets. Meanwhile on Capitol Hill, Republican lawmakers are growing concerned about rising gas prices ahead of the midterm elections. Back in Washington, President Trump is ramping up pressure on Congress to pass the SAVE Act, a controversial bill that would overhaul federal election rules and require proof of citizenship to vote. Plus, the president heads to Ohio and Kentucky to promote his economic agenda and energize supporters ahead of November.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.