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Warsh faces inflation test at first Fed meeting

June 17, 2026 |

Kevin Warsh chairs his first Federal Reserve rate meeting as inflation rises and energy prices remain elevated after the U.S.-Iran conflict. Investors will watch the policy statement, news conference and dot plot for signs of the new chairman’s approach.

Trump delays Clayton intelligence nomination over voter ID bill

June 17, 2026 |

Politics and US

Trump said he is delaying Jay Clayton’s intelligence chief nomination and keeping Bill Pulte as acting director while pressing Congress to pass a voter ID bill. The move comes amid a fight over renewing Section 702 of FISA, a lapsed surveillance authority.

ICE moves detainees from Alligator Alcatraz over hurricane risks

June 16, 2026 |

Politics and US

ICE says detainees have been moved out of Florida’s Everglades detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” because of hurricane-season safety concerns. The transfers come amid reports of a possible shutdown and continuing allegations over conditions at the facility.

The White House has clarified that President Joe Biden does not support a ban on gas stoves, after a federal consumer safety official suggested that…

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Oil prices slide on hopes for Hormuz reopening

June 17, 2026 |

Financial, Politics and World

Brent crude fell to its lowest level since early March as markets anticipated a US-Iran framework agreement that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Shipping groups and analysts warned that restoring normal energy flows could still take weeks or months.

Israel strikes Lebanon after Trump urges restraint

June 17, 2026 |

Politics and World

Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon continued after President Donald Trump urged Benjamin Netanyahu to be more restrained. The attacks have added pressure to an undisclosed US-Iran agreement that mediator Pakistan says includes Lebanon.

Iran tankers leave blockade zone before U.S. talks

June 17, 2026 |

Financial, Politics and World

Iranian oil tankers have crossed a U.S. blockade line near the Strait of Hormuz ahead of planned U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland. The emerging memorandum has triggered disputes over sanctions relief, Lebanon and the future of Iran’s nuclear program.

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White House Clarifies: President Biden Does Not Support Ban on Gas Stoves