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7:00 AM ET, April 9, 2026

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Greg Sargent / New Republic:
MAGA Dolt Hegseth Accidentally Reveals Big Hole in Trump Victory Claim  —  Now that Donald Trump has backed off his threat to obliterate a nation of 93 million people, his propagandists are already retconning it into proof of his Solomon-like foresight and wisdom.
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Politico:
‘Seems like losing’: What the US hasn't won in Iran … Yet the hardliners who have ruled Tehran for the past 47 years are still in charge.  Iran still possesses its stockpile of highly enriched uranium — one of President Donald Trump's key reasons for starting the war.
Cate Martel / The Hill:
Trump, Iran claim victory under shaky ceasefire deal  —  Thank you for signing up!  —  The latest in politics and policy.  Direct to your inbox.  Sign up for the 12:30 Report newsletter  —  It's Wednesday.  I can't get over how stunning the photos have been from the Artemis II mission.
Politico:
‘We lose the midterms’: Republicans worry Iran might have already cost them Congress … “This war in Iran almost cements the fact that we lose the midterms in November — the Senate and House,” the person said.  —  The concerns are compounded by Republicans' underperformances in a spate …
New York Times:
Once ‘Ultra MAGA’, Trump Supporters Fume About Iran on Truth Social  —  A growing chorus of disaffected Trump supporters is sounding off in the replies to his posts on the social media platform he founded.  —  The people logging into Truth Social each day tend to count themselves among …
Discussion: France 24, Raw Story and Forbes
Michael Crowley / New York Times:
New Deadline Looms for U.S. and Iran as Truce Wavers  —  Fractures were already emerging in the limited cease-fire.  Vice President JD Vance will lead a U.S. delegation in talks this weekend.  —  President Trump faces new diplomatic tests as he prepares for weekend talks with Tehran amid doubts …
William Kristol / The Bulwark:
It's Not a TACO. It's a Surrender.
Associated Press:
US, Israel and Iran agree to a 2-week ceasefire but much remains unclear and some attacks continue
Erika Solomon / New York Times:
What Is In Iran's 10-Point Proposal, and How Does It Compare to U.S. Demands?
Reuters:
Hezbollah pauses attacks under US-Iran ceasefire, sources close to group say
Washington Post:
As Hegseth proclaims victory in Iran war, Caine takes cautious tone
Associated Press:
More than 100 killed as Israel strikes central Beirut after saying Iran truce doesn't apply there
New York Times:
White House Secures Foreign Steel for Ballroom Project  —  ArcelorMittal, a European steel maker, is donating tens of millions of dollars of foreign steel for President Trump's new ballroom.  —  President Trump has championed the U.S. steel industry, promising to strengthen …
Discussion: Raw Story
New York Times:
Is Strait of Hormuz Open Again?  Maybe, but Few Ships Are Using It.  —  There were conflicting reports about the status of the vital shipping waterway in the cease-fire with Iran.  —  As the cease-fire between the United States and Iran neared the 24-hour mark, it remained unclear on Wednesday …
Discussion: Washington Examiner
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Financial Times:
Shipping stalls as Tehran dictates terms in Hormuz  —  Despite US-Iran ceasefire deal fewer tankers passed the crucial waterway than during fiercest days of fighting  —  A ceasefire meant to reopen one of the world's busiest waterways has instead left shipowners waiting on the sidelines …
Discussion: CNBC, Wired and Semafor
Julian Borger / The Guardian:
Middle East ceasefire in serious doubt as Israel assaults Lebanon and Iran blocks oil tankers
US Department of Justice:
Former Army Employee and Top Secret Clearance Holder Arrested and Charged with Leaking Classified National Defense Information  —  For Immediate Release  —  The FBI arrested Courtney Williams, 40, of Wagram, North Carolina yesterday and a federal grand jury indicted her today in connection …
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Ellen Mitchell / The Hill:
Automatic registration for US military draft to begin in December  —  Eligible men will automatically be registered into the military draft pool by December as part of an effort to streamline the previous process of self-registration and save money.  —  The Selective Service System (SSS) …
Wall Street Journal:
Trump Weighs Punishing Certain NATO Countries Over Lack of Iran War Support  —  U.S. troops could be shifted toward alliance members in president's good graces  —  WASHINGTON—The Trump administration is considering a plan to punish some members of the NATO alliance that he believes …
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Politico:
Newly created Polymarket accounts bet big on US-Iran ceasefire in hours before Trump's announcement … One of these wallets, created Tuesday around 10 a.m. ET, placed roughly $72,000 in bets at an average price of 8.8 cents.  The buy-in for each betting event ranges from $0 to $1 each …
Discussion: Raw Story
Chris Nesi / New York Post:
Crazed homeless man accused of slaughtering Iryna Zarutska on train found incompetent to stand trial  —  The deranged homeless man accused of savagely butchering Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee, on a Charlotte light rail train has been found “incapable to proceed” on state murder charges.
Punchbowl News:
4/9/26☀️ AM: … Can Republicans escape the long shadow of the Iran war?  —  President Donald Trump will head to Arizona and Nevada next week to talk about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and its tax cuts, the biggest policy win notched by the GOP-run Congress.
New York Times:
On Social Media, Democratic Politicians Are Letting the F-Word Fly … It was October 1960, and John F. Kennedy was running for president against Richard M. Nixon, when he was asked an uncomfortable question during a high-stakes televised debate.  Did Mr. Kennedy owe Mr. Nixon an apology …
Discussion: CNN
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Adam Pack / Fox News:
Ousted AG Bondi declines Epstein deposition, but lawmakers say subpoena still holds
Randy Billings / The Portland Press Herald:
Janet Mills drops attack ads, but is still ‘full steam ahead’ in US Senate primary  —  The governor has no ads booked beyond Wednesday and trails in the polls.  —  3 min readFont size +  —  Gov. Janet Mills is not dropping out of the U.S. Senate race despite trailing in the polls and having …
Discussion: Bangor Daily News
Chandni Shah / Reuters:
Trump says US military to stay around Iran until Tehran complies with deal  —  U.S President Donald Trump said all U.S. ships, aircraft, and military personnel would stay in place in and around Iran until it fully complied with a deal.  —  “All U.S. Ships, Aircraft, and Military Personnel …
Alejandro Serrano / The Texas Tribune:
DAN PATRICK SAYS REPUBLICANS WILL “HAVE A TOUGH TIME” HOLDING TEXAS HOUSE MAJORITY IN NOVEMBER  —  Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick on Wednesday said Texas Republicans are “going to have a tough time” holding onto their majority in the state House this fall, the latest and perhaps most notable sign yet of GOP unease about the midterm elections.
 
 
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Amy B Wang / Washington Post:
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Steve Benen / MS NOW:
Trump DOJ rallies behind convicted informant who lied to FBI about Biden
Politico:
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Jacob Knutson / Democracy Docket:
Trump appointee Ed Martin claims executive privilege in bid to evade misconduct charges
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Paul Krugman:
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