BREAKING: Trump declares Strait of Hormuz open after Israel-Lebanon agree to ceasefire (and more) | 4.17.26

BREAKING: Trump declares Strait of Hormuz open after Israel-Lebanon agree to ceasefire (and more) | 4.17.26

From Rising by The Hill

April 17, 2026 · 50 min

About this episode

The episode discusses Trump's declaration regarding the Strait of Hormuz, the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, and various political investigations.

0:00 The View co-hosts clash over Ilhan Omar saying welcome MTG: Lindsey Granger | RISING 9:35 Trump declares Strait of Hormuz open after Israel-Lebanon agree to ceasefire | RISING 18:27 Karoline Leavitt vows investigation into 10 scientists mysteriously missing, dead | RISING 25:32 George Santos applauds new DOJ investigation into Eric Swalwell for sexual misconduct | RISING 34:33 Justice Clarence Thomas blasts progressivism as threat to 'basic premises' of US | RISING 42:02 Trump triumphal arch plan advanced by federal panel | RISING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Guest: Lindsey Granger

Topics covered

  • Trump declaration
  • Middle East conflict
  • investigation into scientists
  • DOJ investigation
  • progressivism
  • political commentary

Keywords

  • Trump
  • Strait of Hormuz
  • Israel
  • Lebanon
  • ceasefire
  • investigation
  • George Santos
  • Eric Swalwell
  • Justice Clarence Thomas

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Israel, Lebanon, Strait of Hormuz

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