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March 23, 2026

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Trump Delays Strikes for 5 Days

President Donald Trump said the U.S. and Iran have held “very good and productive” talks toward resolving hostilities, prompting a five-day pause on planned strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure as negotiations continue.
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Michael A. Smerconish

Daily Thoughts: Monday Musings

A text yesterday from my friend Shanin Specter: “I took your poll question to heart… Today I’m flying from Phoenix to San Francisco… I went through the magnetometer process and asked a TSA agent whether they were getting paid…”
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New York Post

Air Canada Collision at LGA

An Air Canada regional jet collided with a rescue vehicle on a runway at LaGuardia Airport in New York City, killing two pilots, injuring dozens, and forcing a major airport shutdown as authorities investigate the cause.
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ESPN

Iowa Ousts Florida in Thriller

Alvaro Folgueiras drilled a go-ahead three-pointer with 4.5 seconds left to lift No. 9 Iowa to a stunning 73–72 upset over top-seeded defending champion Florida, sending the Hawkeyes to their first Sweet 16 since 1999.
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The Times of Israel

IDF Strikes Tehran Overnight

The United States is reportedly preparing a weeks-long operation to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as Israel intensifies strikes in Tehran and officials raise the prospect of regime collapse amid escalating conflict with Iran.
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NPR

ICE Set To Deploy at Airports

The Trump administration plans to deploy ICE agents to assist TSA operations amid the ongoing DHS shutdown —a move drawing sharp criticism over safety, training, and potential immigration enforcement concerns.
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SCOTUSblog

Supreme Court Hears Election Case

The Supreme Court of the United States will hear Watson v. Republican National Committee, a case that could reshape the 2026 elections by determining whether mail-in ballots must be received—not just cast—by Election Day.
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CNN

Russia Begins Spring Offensive

Russian forces have launched a renewed spring offensive in eastern Ukraine with intensified mechanized assaults, as President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that the Iran conflict could prolong the war and shift global attention away from Kyiv.
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Associated Press

Vance Faces Early 2028 Scrutiny

Democrats are increasingly zeroing in on Vice President JD Vance as a likely 2028 frontrunner, ramping up criticism of his background, rhetoric, and political record in an effort to define him early and shift focus beyond Donald Trump ahead of the next presidential race.
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Yahoo Finance

War Could Shorten Work Week

As the Iran war drives fuel shortages and prompts some countries to adopt four-day workweeks, experts say the crisis could accelerate a lasting global shift toward shorter schedules—while potentially deepening inequality between white-collar and frontline workers.
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CBS News

Americans Say Conflict Not Going Well

A new CBS News poll finds most Americans view the Iran conflict as going poorly and economically harmful—driven by rising gas prices—while demanding a swift end, opposing leaving the regime in power, and expressing frustration with Donald Trump’s lack of clear explanation of U.S. goals.
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Newsweek

See: Trump Approval in Every State

Fourteen months into his second term, President Donald Trump holds a deeply polarized -18 net approval rating nationwide, with strong backing in red states, overwhelming opposition in blue states, and narrower but still negative margins across key swing states heading into the 2026 midterms.
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Politico

Trump's Tone Deaf Response Draws Ire

Democrats sharply condemned President Donald Trump after he said he was “glad” former FBI Director Robert Mueller had died, with critics across parties calling the remark indecent while others instead praised Mueller’s long record of public service.
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Mediaite

Fox News Skips Trump's Remark

Fox News gave no on-air coverage to Trump’s controversial post celebrating the death of Robert Mueller, even as some network figures condemned the remarks off-air and coverage instead highlighted praise of the former FBI Director from George W. Bush.
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The Bulwark

The Voter Fraud Fraud

Maine Senator Angus S. King Jr. argues that claims of widespread election cheating—promoted by President Donald Trump and Republicans to justify the SAVE America Act—are baseless and instead risk undermining public trust while imposing restrictive voting barriers.
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The Wall Street Journal

How Did Epstein Snare So Many?

Jeffrey Epstein drew powerful elites into his orbit not primarily through sex but by offering access to influential networks and status, exploiting ambition, insecurity, and desire for proximity to power that led many to overlook warning signs and compromise their judgment.
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The Hill

Shapiro Leans Into Israel Support

Josh Shapiro is leaning into a centrist, pro-Israel stance on his podcast tour—defending Israel’s right to exist while criticizing Benjamin Netanyahu and navigating deepening Democratic divisions as he eyes reelection and a potential 2028 presidential run.
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NBC News

SNL's UK Debut Sparks Debate

Saturday Night Live UK debuted to positive reviews, with critics calling it “shockingly competent” and occasionally funny as it closely followed the formula of Saturday Night Live while defying expectations that the American format would flop with British audiences.
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CNBC

GLP-1 Drugs Shape Food Trends

The rapid rise of GLP-1 drugs is reshaping Americans’ eating habits—cutting calories, snacking, and dining out—forcing food companies and restaurants to adapt with smaller portions and healthier, protein- and fiber-focused options.
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The Hollywood Reporter

Gosling's Space Mission Success

"Project Hail Mary" blasted past expectations with an $80.6 million domestic debut and $141 million global launch, marking the year’s biggest opening and a rare blockbuster success for an original, non-franchise film led by Ryan Gosling.
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