Politics & World Affairs — June 11, 2026

Senate Republicans question Iran strategy. Several Senate Republicans voiced concerns about President Trump's handling of the Iran conflict. Democrats said they are close to securing votes for a war powers resolution.

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IAEA demands Iran cooperation. The International Atomic Energy Agency board passed a resolution demanding Iran fully cooperate and disclose complete information about its nuclear material. Iran called the measure politically motivated.

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Trump questions USMCA renewal. President Trump said he may not renew the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement. That injects fresh uncertainty into North American commerce just as the three countries begin co-hosting the World Cup.

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[REMOVE ITEM — duplicates NTK_2 FISA/Pulte coverage] Lawmakers in both parties questioned Bill Pulte's national security experience as he becomes director of national intelligence during stalled Section 702 surveillance negotiations.

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U.S., Iran trade strikes again. The United States and Iran exchanged air attacks Thursday for a second straight day. President Trump said further strikes will follow unless Tehran immediately agrees to a peace deal.

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