‘The Blockade is Genius’, Midterm Madness, Afghan Women’s Soccer Win and more
About this episode
The episode discusses the ongoing US blockade of Iranian ports, inflation data, midterm election developments, election security concerns, and a historic decision by FIFA regarding the Afghan women's soccer team.
The US blockade of Iranian ports continues as President Donald Trump weighs other options to pressure Iran into a deal. New Commerce Department data shows inflation is heating up. Governors in Maine and Louisiana are making moves that are shaking up the midterms. Concerns are growing over the status of the group responsible for overseeing election security. Plus, FIFA has made a historic decision involving the Afghan women’s soccer team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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