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Navy Escalation, Pentagon Drama, and a Shaky US Economy
Trump Escalates Naval Conflict with Iran I break down the president's order to engage Iranian vessels in the Persian Gulf, including boarding ships and targeting mine-laying threats as tensions rise after the ceasefire ends. Navy Secretary Ousted Amid Pentagon Power Struggle I explain the removal of Navy Secretary John Phelan and the growing internal conflict at the Pentagon, including the role of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and presidential influence. Marijuana Reclassification Raises New Concerns I discuss the administration's move to downgrade marijuana federally, why it matters for…
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