News from the Note…
A round up of the day’s news that might be of interest to you.
This is an OPEN THREAD, folks. Chat about any of the stories listed, share links to stories that caught your eye today, and generally have a good time discussing whatever you want.
US allies rebuff Trump's request for support in Strait of Hormuz reut.rs/3Nkq8HI
— Reuters (@reuters.com) March 16, 2026 at 12:35 PM
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LATEST: U.S. crude oil hits $100 per barrel, continuing its surge as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran shows no signs of ending soon and despite attempts by the Trump administration and allied countries to slow rising prices.
— NBC News (@nbcnews.com) March 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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U.S. gasoline prices are up nearly 80 cents from a month ago, while diesel prices have shot up even more. Diesel is now just under $5 a gallon, according to AAA, up $1.34 from last month. n.pr/4cRtdte
— NPR (@npr.org) March 16, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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The ongoing war in Iran is driving up more than just the cost of oil. With essential crop fertilizers also caught in the crossfire, U.S. food prices could be next.
— NBC News (@nbcnews.com) March 16, 2026 at 12:20 PM
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BEHIND THE CURTAIN: The Iran war is the 1st time Trump's style has made it impossible for him to easily talk/improvise his way out. Some in his inner circle have what one official called "buyer's remorse" —growing fears that attacking Iran was a mistake.
— Axios (@axios.com) March 16, 2026 at 7:16 AM
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The Dubai International Airport has gradually resumed some flights after a drone struck a fuel tank early Monday, causing a fire. Follow AP's live updates on the Iran war.
— The Associated Press (@apnews.com) March 16, 2026 at 3:23 AM
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U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran have damaged at least four cultural and historical sites, including palaces and an ancient mosque, raising alarms about the impact of the widening war on protected landmarks that are important to Iranian identity and world history. https://to.pbs.org/4cDH5qN
— PBS News (@pbsnews.org) March 15, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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Bessent played down any implications from a potential delay of President Trump’s trip to China, which was originally scheduled to begin later this month.
— Bloomberg News (@bloomberg.com) March 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Long lines and delays are growing at some US airports as hundreds of Transportation Security Administration workers — going without full pay during the partial government shutdown — have quit or taken unscheduled leave. https://cnn.it/4uEigSf
— CNN (@cnn.com) March 16, 2026 at 12:22 PM
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Starting as soon as Tuesday, Thune will kick off what could be weeks of debate on the SAVE America Act. But the GOP's elections overhaul bill, a Trump priority, will likely fail to pass.
— Politico (@politico.com) March 16, 2026 at 9:28 AM
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The State Department slashed the fee for Americans to formally renounce their US citizenship from $2,350 to $450. https://cnn.it/4bdQFQ1
— CNN (@cnn.com) March 16, 2026 at 12:57 PM
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BREAKING: White House chief of staff Susie Wiles has breast cancer, Trump announced on Truth Social. She will continue to work while undergoing treatment.
— Politico (@politico.com) March 16, 2026 at 12:31 PM
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Storms knock out power to 500,000 across US Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and South reut.rs/4lwzuwH
— Reuters (@reuters.com) March 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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