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Trump Orders Strait Of Hormuz & Iranian Ports Blocked

Peace talks led by Vice President Vance and Iranian officials failed to produce a resolution between the two sides, and as a result, President Trump is reportedly considering ending the cease fire just a few days into the two-week moratorium. John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.

Swalwell Ends Governor’s Campaign

Congressman Eric Swalwell announced Sunday night that he is ending his campaign to become the governor of California. The Democrat is also facing mounting calls to leave Congress after shocking sexual assault allegations emerged. Correspondent Julie Walker reports on a growing investigation into Swalwell, as Democrats Ro Khanna, speaking on Fox News Sunday, and Pramila Jayapal, speaking on NBC’s Meet the Press, says they support bipartisan calls for Swalwell to be investigated and to leave office.

Orban’s Landslide Defeat

The longtime leader of Hungary is reacting to his landslide election loss over the weekend. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the loss for Viktor Orban comes despite strong support by President Trump and Vice President JD Vance.

Trump Slams Pope Leo

President Trump bashed Pope Leo on Sunday night over the American-born Pontiff’s criticism of the war with Iran.

Inmate Death Sentence Overturned

A Texas inmate on death row for nearly a half-a-century has just had his sentence overturned. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.

Latest On Iran War

Talks in Pakistan between the United States and Iran to cobble together a ceasefire collapsed with no agreement. As a result, the Wall Street Journal is reporting that the Trump administration is weighing resuming limited strikes against targets inside of Iran or even pursue a full-fledged bombing campaign. Correspondent Julie Walker reports on the latest in the Middle East as oil futures moved back above $100 dollars a barrel.

Two Congressman Facing Calls To ResignA growing number of House lawmakers are calling on two embattled Congressman from separate parties to step down. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

POTUS Says Gas Will Remain High

If you think prices at the pump are high right now, the word from the White House is things aren’t going to get any better, even by the November midterm elections. Speaking on Fox News on Sunday, President Trump said that gas prices should stay the same they are now into the fall, and may even go a bit higher. Drivers are looking for lower gas prices anywhere they can find them, and some are saving money at Native-American-owned gas stations. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.

Ballroom Can Continue

A federal appeals court said the White House can temporarily continue construction on President Donald Trump’s planned White House ballroom.

NYC Subway Attack

A man saying he was Lucifer stepped off a New York City subway train at Grand Central Station, took out a machete, and attacked passengers. New York City police ordered the man to stop, and soon after shot and killed him. Correspondent Katie Clark has details.

Finally

Britney Spears has checked herself into a treatment facility following her recent driving arrest, the latest in a string of troubles for the pop singer. Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the story.

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