A Wisconsin man has been convicted of election fraud and identity theft for illegally requesting absentee ballots for prominent local officials. Jurors found Harry Wait guilty of two misdemeanor election fraud charges and one felony identity theft charge. Wait admitted to the actions, stating he aimed to expose vulnerabilities in the state’s voter registration system, a stance that has drawn both criticism and praise. His conviction follows a similar case where another individual also claimed to be testing election system integrity.
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Iran allowed ten oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz this week as a “present” to the United States, President Donald Trump stated. This development follows claims by Trump of substantial, albeit denied by Tehran, talks regarding Iran, with U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff confirming multiple peace overtures and a presented peace framework. While Iran reportedly rejected a U.S. ceasefire and submitted its own conditions including sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, Trump believes the situation regarding the vital shipping route will “clean up pretty quickly.”
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In remarks to House Republicans, President Donald Trump acknowledged that initiating conflict with Iran would likely increase costs, including energy prices, but stated that these effects were “short-term” and did not matter to him. He likened the action to “cutting out the cancer” of Iran obtaining a nuclear weapon. Trump also asserted that numerous past presidents wished they had taken similar action against Iran but lacked the courage, though former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, Joe Biden, and George W. Bush have all denied discussing such matters with him. This confrontation has led to a significant increase in oil prices, primarily due to Iran’s retaliation of blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route, impacting everyday costs for citizens.
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US congressional candidate Brad Lander is demanding a congressional investigation and civil rights actions following the Department of Justice’s admission of a critical error. The DOJ, through US Attorney Jay Clayton, revealed that federal immigration officials had been misrepresenting guidance on courthouse arrests, falsely claiming it applied to immigration courts. This admission, based on an agency attorney’s error, means hundreds of individuals may have been illegally apprehended at immigration courts nationwide, undermining previous court rulings that permitted such arrests. The revelation has sparked outrage, with immigrant advocates and Lander calling for an immediate halt to courthouse arrests and further scrutiny of ICE’s practices.
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Representative Nancy Mace has broken with Republican party lines, expressing strong opposition to sending U.S. troops to Iran and criticizing President Trump’s motivations as being tied to the “price of oil.” Mace articulated her concerns about a “Washington war machine” pushing for prolonged conflict and noted the administration’s lack of consultation with Congress, a departure from historical precedents. Her stance contrasts with mainstream Republican support for the current military actions and highlights a growing debate over presidential war powers, even as Democratic efforts to restrict them face significant hurdles in Congress.
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In response to a request from the Islamic Republic, President Donald Trump has extended a pause on attacking Iran’s energy facilities by an additional ten days, until April 6. This decision aims to de-escalate tensions with Iran, particularly as the United States seeks a negotiated resolution to the ongoing conflict and the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed to oil shipments. The extension follows a prior five-day pause and was prompted by Iran’s alleged provision of oil tankers for passage through the Strait.
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Amidst ongoing disagreements among its 166 members regarding permanent tariff-free status for e-commerce and digital trade, the WTO faces a critical juncture. On the sidelines of the MC14 conference in Yaoundé, the EU and the CPTPP bloc are set to propose a strategy to either salvage the existing organization or establish a new trade order. This initiative, bolstered by recent calls for reform and potential mediation between key economic players, aims to empower the WTO to make decisions and advance global trade initiatives.
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US President Donald Trump has reportedly dismissed an offer of British aircraft carriers to the Middle East, calling them “toys” compared to American assets. Downing Street has subsequently rejected claims that such an offer was ever made, adding to previous criticisms from the US President regarding allied military contributions. The Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers, the largest warships ever built for the Royal Navy, are designed to project air power using F-35B Lightning II aircraft and operate as part of a broader carrier strike group.
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Mysterious, short videos were posted to the White House’s official X and Instagram accounts, generating significant online speculation about their purpose. The first video, which featured a disembodied voice asking if something was “launching soon,” was later deleted. A subsequent video displayed a staticky screen with a phone notification sound and a glimpse of an American flag. The lack of context and the nature of the posts led to theories ranging from hacking to cryptic official announcements, with the White House offering no immediate clarification.
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A recent Fox News poll indicates Donald Trump’s disapproval rating has reached a record high for either of his terms, with 59% of respondents disapproving of his job performance. This surge in discontent is reportedly driven by rising unease over his handling of foreign policy, particularly the ongoing conflict with Iran. The poll also reveals a new low in Republican approval for the president and significant disapproval among key demographics like independent voters, potentially impacting midterm strategies due to public concern over the cost of living and the war.
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John Q. Hosedrinker
Trump Dismisses Cost of Iran War as Irrelevant
In remarks to House Republicans, President Donald Trump acknowledged that initiating conflict with Iran would likely increase costs, including energy prices, but stated that these effects were “short-term” and did not matter to him. He likened the action to “cutting out the cancer” of Iran obtaining a nuclear weapon. Trump also asserted that numerous past presidents wished they had taken similar action against Iran but lacked the courage, though former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, Joe Biden, and George W. Bush have all denied discussing such matters with him. This confrontation has led to a significant increase in oil prices, primarily due to Iran’s retaliation of blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route, impacting everyday costs for citizens.
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