US Naval Blockade of Iran begins after VP JD Vance's Islamabad talks collapse as Tehran shifts goalposts and refuses to abandon its nuclear program. President Trump honors the ceasefire while launching a targeted blockade of Iranian ports, backed by multiple Carrier Strike Groups and support from Arab Gulf nations. Plus, Pope Leo XIV wades into politics with controversial statements, Rep. Eric Swalwell suspends his campaign amid fresh scandal, and troubling bias exposed in the Ukraine whistleblower accusations. Alan breaks down the latest developments, Trump's strategic masterstroke, and what it means for American energy dominance and global security. Don't miss this hard-hitting breakdown of today's biggest stories.

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