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Trump did what today?

6/17/2026

Trump's Iran agreement dominates G7 but big questions remain

  • President Trump talked about his Iran agreement at the G7 summit, but details are unclear.
  • The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is uncertain, and some ships are still stuck.
  • Trump believes the agreement will be finalized soon as Iran wants to return to business.
  • He addressed concerns about Israeli actions that could affect the agreement.
  • Trump also mentioned discussions about the war in Ukraine with Ukrainian leader Zelenskyy.

Senate to proceed with intel chief confirmation hearing despite Trump's call to delay

  • The Senate will hold a confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton to be the new director of national intelligence.
  • Trump suggested delaying the nomination to pressure the Senate on other political issues.
  • Senate lawmakers were surprised by Trump’s sudden announcement late at night.
  • Clayton has experience but faced criticism for his interim pick, Bill Pulte, who lacks intelligence experience.
  • This situation shows a divide between Trump and the Republican-controlled Senate.

'Rejected': How federal prisons stonewall grievances and deny care for years

  • Terri McGuire Mollica suffered serious health issues while in federal prison with little help.
  • Her complaints about medical care went largely ignored by prison officials for years.
  • Data shows that fewer than 2% of grievances in federal prisons are granted.
  • The complicated grievance filing process makes it hard for inmates to get help.
  • Many inmates find the system a barrier that prevents them from pursuing necessary medical care.

3 things to know about the new Fed chief's first meeting

  • Kevin Warsh is the new chair of the Federal Reserve, chosen for his plan to lower interest rates.
  • Inflation is a major issue, complicating plans to reduce rates, with prices rising due to factors like the Iran conflict.
  • Warsh disapproves of the Fed's public rate forecasts, suggesting policymakers should keep plans more secret.
  • Former chair Jerome Powell remains on the board, which is unusual but intended to keep stability.
  • Markets expect interest rates to remain high, with Warsh's meeting closely monitored.

U.S. strike on an alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors

  • A U.S. military strike hit a boat smuggling drugs, killing one and leaving two survivors.
  • The strike is part of the Trump administration's campaign against drug trafficking.
  • Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these military actions against narcoterrorists.
  • Some lawmakers are concerned about the U.S. military's rules around such strikes.
  • The Pentagon's inspector general is investigating the military's targeting framework.