Court Blocks Trump Ballroom; Economy Sheds 23K Jobs; Iran Deal Looms
August 8, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via The Washington Post
A federal court has upheld an order blocking Trump's ballroom project, the latest in a series of legal obstacles facing the former president. Meanwhile, the economy shed 23,000 jobs in the latest reporting period - a concerning sign that contradicts administration claims of robust growth. On the foreign policy front, Iran and Oman are reportedly nearing a deal near the Strait of Hormuz, raising questions about whether US interests in the critical shipping lane are being adequately protected. Read more about this...