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The episode covers the abrupt closure of Spirit Airlines, rising oil prices affecting jet fuel costs, and Trump's comments on U.S. military actions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Spirit Airlines’ abrupt closure strands thousands of travelers; Concerns grow as high oil prices drive up cost of jet fuel; Trump says the U.S. will ‘free up’ ships in the Strait of Hormuz; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

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