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.
President Trump told Axios today that he's approaching a critical juncture in the Iran war over whether to restart massive attacks in an effort to bring the conflict to a close.
— Axios (@axios.com) September 17, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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Iranian forces in recent days have brought down at least two American MQ-1 unmanned aircraft, according to U.S. officials familiar with the matter who spoke to CBS News on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly.
— CBS News (@cbsnews.com) September 17, 2026 at 1:20 PM
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been a hidden hand throughout the talks to end the Iran war, helping craft the Trump administration’s strategy while privately advising the officials who play a more public role in the peace talks.
— NBC News (@nbcnews.com) September 17, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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Senate Democrats press Hegseth for Iran war price tag
— Politico (@politico.com) September 17, 2026 at 2:33 PM
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The Trump administration has approved visas for top Iranian officials, including the president and foreign minister, to attend next week's U.N. General Assembly meeting in NYC.
— CBS News (@cbsnews.com) September 17, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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UN allows Palestinian president to again speak via video after US denies visa reut.rs/4yO1EJ4
— Reuters (@reuters.com) September 17, 2026 at 3:35 PM
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Mortgage rates climbed for the fourth week in a row, driving the average long-term U.S. home loan rate to just below 7%, its highest level in over 19 months.
— The Associated Press (@apnews.com) September 17, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Scientists said they have detected an unexpected and prolonged increase in seismic activity at North Korea’s sprawling Punggye-ri nuclear test site since the country’s final and most powerful test in 2017. https://cnn.it/4xAYZRV
— CNN (@cnn.com) September 17, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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A federal judge ordered the Kennedy Center to provide 30 days' notice before major physical changes to the building, including demolition.
— The Associated Press (@apnews.com) September 17, 2026 at 2:13 PM
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President Donald Trump’s proposed championship golf course in Washington, DC, could cost up to $49 million, according to a document reviewed by CNN. https://cnn.it/3UP4Bub
— CNN (@cnn.com) September 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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NEW: White House withdraws Trump's nominee to lead ICE.
— NBC News (@nbcnews.com) September 17, 2026 at 2:38 PM
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Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar, a Republican defending her seat in a competitive South Florida district, is out with a new ad criticizing President Donald Trump's deportation campaign. https://to.pbs.org/3TwXqGy
— PBS News (@pbsnews.org) September 17, 2026 at 2:24 PM
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Schiff, Wyden demand Flock CEO explain privacy safeguards
— Politico (@politico.com) September 17, 2026 at 1:39 PM
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