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Analysis-Trump's feuds, tensions with allies likely to outlast Iran war

Analysis-Trump's feuds, tensions with allies likely to outlast Iran war

By Matt Spetalnick and Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, May 9 (Reuters) - With his decision to pull some U.S. troops from Germany, his threats to draw down forces elsewhere in Europe and his downplaying of Iran’s recent attacks on an important Gulf partner, President Donald Trump's latest moves foreshadow
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U.S. and Iran Tensions Rise Amid Confusing Messaging from Trump Administration

U.S. and Iran Tensions Rise Amid Confusing Messaging from Trump Administration

Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have escalated following what President Trump described as a 'love tap' amid ongoing exchanges of fire. The situation has led to confusion regarding the status of a ceasefire, with mixed messages emerging from the Trump administration. NBC News senior national security correspondent Courtney Kube has been analyzing the implications of these developments, while international correspondent Daniele Hamamdjian reports from Tenerife, where protests have erupted over a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak.
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CBS News Announces Guest Lineup for 'Face the Nation' on May 10, 2026

CBS News Announces Guest Lineup for 'Face the Nation' on May 10, 2026

CBS News has revealed the guest lineup for the upcoming episode of 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,' scheduled to air on May 10, 2026. The program will feature a diverse group of guests, including Energy Secretary Chris Wright, Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, and Democratic Representative Ted Lieu of California. Additionally, Janti Soeripto, President and CEO of Save the Children US, and Dr. Scott Gottlieb, former Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, will also appear. The show is set to broadcast at 10:30 a.m. ET on CBS News and will be available for streaming on Paramount+ and CBSNews.com at 12:30 p.m. ET.
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Fox News Criticizes Economy as Trump's Approval Drops Amid Inflation Concerns

Fox News Criticizes Economy as Trump's Approval Drops Amid Inflation Concerns

Fox News has labeled the U.S. economy as 'possibly a disaster' as President Trump's approval rating on economic management falls to 30%. This decline is attributed to rising inflation and the cost of living, with gas prices exceeding $4 per gallon due to the conflict in Iran. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) indicates a 3.3% inflation rate in March, exacerbating public dissatisfaction. Despite the administration's claims of an 'economic boom,' a significant portion of Americans, particularly in suburban and working-class districts, are feeling the financial strain. This sentiment is reflected in the latest AP-NORC poll, which shows a growing number of Americans rating the economy as 'poor.'
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Energy Secretary Wright Open to Ideas Amid Gas Tax Suspension Calls

Energy Secretary Wright Open to Ideas Amid Gas Tax Suspension Calls

Energy Secretary Chris Wright has expressed openness to various ideas in response to calls for suspending the gas tax. In an interview on Meet the Press, Wright emphasized the Trump administration's focus on ending Iran's nuclear program and ensuring secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. These geopolitical tensions are contributing to elevated gas prices in the short term. The discussion comes as the administration faces pressure to address rising fuel costs, with some lawmakers advocating for a temporary suspension of the federal gas tax to provide relief to consumers.
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Merz says Europe wants a strong NATO and shares US goal of ending Iran war

Merz says Europe wants a strong NATO and shares US goal of ending Iran war

By Johan Ahlander STOCKHOLM, May 9 (Reuters) - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Saturday Europe wanted to work to keep the NATO alliance functioning, despite differences with the United States that the Iran war has exposed. Tensions between U.S.
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Trump’s crackdown on China-linked solar firms stalls U.S. factory boom

Trump’s crackdown on China-linked solar firms stalls U.S. factory boom

By Nichola Groom May 8 (Reuters) - Top solar companies, banks and insurers have stopped doing business with at least a half dozen recently built U.S. panel factories because of uncertainty over whether their ties to China could disqualify them from clean-energy subsidies, according to industry
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U.S. employers added a surprising 115,000 jobs last month despite the economic shock from Iran war

U.S. employers added a surprising 115,000 jobs last month despite the economic shock from Iran war

America’s employers a delivered a surprising 115,000 new jobs last month despite an economic shock from the Iran war
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Insider Trading in Oil Futures Raises Concerns Amid Trump Administration Announcements

Insider Trading in Oil Futures Raises Concerns Amid Trump Administration Announcements

Insider Trading in Oil Futures Raises Concerns Amid Trump Administration Announcements
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Vatican's careful words on Pope-Rubio meeting imply deep Trump tensions

Vatican's careful words on Pope-Rubio meeting imply deep Trump tensions

By Joshua McElwee VATICAN CITY, May 8 (Reuters) - A Vatican statement after Pope Leo's meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, which said the two had pledged to improve bilateral relations, was a recognition of unprecedented tensions, insiders and analysts said.
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Top CEOs Warn of Recession Risks Amid Iran War and Economic Uncertainty

Top CEOs Warn of Recession Risks Amid Iran War and Economic Uncertainty

Top CEOs Warn of Recession Risks Amid Iran War and Economic Uncertainty
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Trump releases previously classified UFO files

Trump releases previously classified UFO files

By Andrew Hay May 8 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Friday released dozens of previously classified files on alleged UFO sightings and alien and extraterrestrial life to provide what they called "unprecedented transparency" to the American people.