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War Will End With Trump
The White House continues to proclaim their war with Iran is proceeding on schedule, and that President Trump will be in charge of when it ends and how, including when he will announce Iran’s unconditional surrender. John Stolnis has more from Washington.
Concerns Over Strait Of Hormuz
One reason the price of oil plunged was a report from the Energy Secretary saying the Navy escorted an oil tanker through the Strait of Hormuz, which was later retracted. CNN reported Tuesday that the vital corridor in and out of the Persian Gulf was being mined by the Iranians. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports tensions are high at sea, in the oil producing nations in the Gulf, and also at the White House which warned Iran not to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed.
Georgia Primary Results
Clayton Fuller, one of 12 Republicans on the ballot and who received an endorsement from President Trump, will take on Democrat Shawn Harris in the runoff scheduled for April 7 as the two top vote getters.
Shooting Outside Toronto Consulate
Police in Toronto are investigating and actively searching for two people who opened fire outside the US consulate on Tuesday. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports officials in Canada are calling this a national security incident.
Strip Club Promo Stopped
A pro sports league is scrapping plans for one of its teams to promote a local strip club after facing criticism. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
Oil Production Cuts
With ships and oil tankers not traversing the Strait of Hormuz, the vital waterway in and out of the Persian Gulf, a number of oil and liquefied natural gas producing nations are planning to cut production with their storage tanks at or near capacity. Correspondent Jon Gambrell reports.
Charges In NYC Attack
Two Pennsylvania men, ages 18 and 19 and one of them a high school senior, were charged with bringing bombs to the New York City mayor's home where a protest and counter-protest was being held, and supporting a terrorist organization. Correspondent Julie Walker reports the FBI investigation led them to a storage facility in a Philadelphia suburb where more bomb making material was found.
Issues Over Mamdani’s Dinner
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing backlash after hosting a holiday dinner that included Columbia University student and anti-Israel activist Mahmoud Khalil. Correspondent Bob Brown has details.
Finally
Police have charged a woman from Florida for driving up to the Los Angeles home of singer Rhianna and opening fire. Correspondent Jennifer King has details.
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