Trump Urges Allies to Guard Strait of Hormuz as Gas Prices Surge & Save America Act Showdown

In today’s White House Briefing Room, Jon Decker breaks down the latest developments in the war with Iran as the conflict enters its third week. President Trump is urging allies to join a naval coalition to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipping route, as energy prices surge and tensions escalate across the Middle East. The administration says more than 6,000 Iranian targets have been struck and dozens of naval vessels destroyed, while Iran’s leadership vows to keep fighting. With oil and gas prices rising sharply in the U.S., officials hope stabilizing the region will help ease the growing global energy crisis. Back in Washington, the Senate prepares for a major showdown over the Save America Act, a Republican-backed election bill that would require proof of citizenship to register to vote and establish a nationwide voter ID requirement. Democrats are expected to block the legislation, setting up a prolonged debate on the Senate floor. Plus, a look at President Trump’s schedule and the latest diplomatic responses from allies including the UK, Japan, South Korea, and China. Topics covered: The latest updates on the U.S.–Iran war Coalition plans to secure the Strait of Hormuz Rising gas and diesel prices in the U.S. Iran’s response and military losses Senate battle over the Save America Act President Trump’s White House schedule Stay informed with the latest White House, national security, and political news from Washington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.