Tankers Burn, a Map Fight Flips, and Apple Goes Big

This episode of The Morning Rundown covers a rising tanker war in the Gulf, a chaotic redistricting fight in Missouri, and Apple's much-anticipated foldable iPhone announcement. Maya and David break down the escalating tensions after the sinking of the M/T Riesco, Iran's intercepted strike on a Jordan base, and Secretary Rubio's proportional-deterrence warning as Brent crude nears the $100 mark.Listeners will also get up to speed on Missouri's redistricting saga, where conflicting rulings from a federal judge and reinstated Missouri FIRST map have left donors, candidates, and volunteers in limbo. The show wraps with a look at Apple's Wednesday event, John Ternus's first as CEO, and the leaked details behind the reported $2,000 iPhone Duo, including pricing, ship dates, and durability questions.Gulf tensions rise: Tanker strikes, a sunken vessel, and an intercepted Iranian retaliation push oil markets and diplomatic rhetoric higher.Missouri map turmoil: Competing court rulings create uncertainty for candidates, donors, and campaign volunteers ahead of the next election cycle.Apple's foldable debut: Leaked pricing and specs suggest a costly iPhone Duo, with early skepticism about long-term durability and resale value.Leadership pressure: John Ternus faces his first major test as Apple's CEO with this high-stakes product reveal.Tune in for a fast-paced rundown of the geopolitical, political, and tech stories shaping the day.