Wright Says Iran Deal Is Near
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said talks with Iran are moving and that pressure from the White House is part of the game. The Strait of Hormuz, meanwhile, keeps doing what chokepoints do best: making everyone nervous.
Putin Envoy Lands for Quiet U.S. Talks
Kirill Dmitriev is reportedly in Washington meeting Trump administration officials as Ukraine talks and sanctions relief on Russian oil sit on the same crowded desk.
Vance Heads to Iran Talks
JD Vance is set to lead the U.S. side in talks tied to Iran’s nuclear program, with Washington warning that pressure is still on the table if the deal goes sideways.
Dmitriev’s Washington Visit
Kirill Dmitriev’s reported trip to Washington puts Russia’s backchannel diplomacy back in the spotlight. The talks reportedly touch Ukraine, sanctions relief, and the never-ending promise of “economic cooperation,” which is politician-speak for everybody wants something.
Bondi Exit, Tipoff Claim Denied
The White House denies reports that Pam Bondi was fired for warning Eric Swalwell about FBI file plans, saying Trump had been unhappy with her DOJ performance for some time.
NYT’s Correction Habit Strikes Again
The Times corrected a story on a proposed strategic investment fund after a Trump administration official said quotes were fabricated, then added another fix over the amount and the wording. The dust-up spilled into the larger fight over press access and Pentagon rules.
Top Regulator Jeff Clark Quietly Resigns
Jeffrey Clark resigned as Acting OIRA Administrator. His exit ends a short but noisy run overseeing the administration's deregulatory push and raises questions about who will steer federal rule reviews next.