NYTIMES (Joe Rennison) - U.S. Stocks Have Their Biggest Drop Since Start of Iran War
The S&P 500 tumbled 1.7 percent on Thursday and oil prices continued rising as investors fret about when the war would end.
AXIOS (Herb Scribner) - Why these 6 Iranian islands could be crucial to Trump's "final blow" of the war
President Trump is considering a range of options for military escalation with Iran , several of which center around strategic islands in the Persian Gulf. Why it matters: The importance of the islands comes from their proximity to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy chokepoint, and in some cases their role in Iran's own oil industry or military defenses. But taking and holding Iranian territory would be far riskier than anything the U.S. has attempted thus far in the war. State of play: The Pentagon is developing military options for a knockout blow to the war, including potential ground and bombing operations, multiple officials and sources familiar tell Axios' Barak Ravid. - Options on the table include seizing ships near the…
President Trump is considering a range of options for military escalation with Iran , several of which center around strategic islands in the Persian Gulf. Why it matters: The importance of the islands comes from their proximity to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy chokepoint, and in some cases their role in Iran's own oil industry or military defenses. But taking and holding Iranian territory would be far riskier than anything the U.S. has attempted thus far in the war. State of play: The Pentagon is developing military options for a knockout blow to the war, including potential ground and bombing operations, multiple officials and sources familiar tell Axios' Barak Ravid. - Options on the table include seizing ships near the…Open
NYTIMES (Adeel Hassan) - Air Canada Chief Apologizes for English-Language Condolences After Plane Crash
Michael Rousseau said he was “deeply saddened” that his inability to speak French had diverted attention from the families’ grief.
AXIOS (Andrew Solender) - Why House Democrats are waiting until mid-April to force an Iran war powers vote
House Democrats chose not to force a vote this week to block President Trump from unilaterally waging war with Iran in part out of fear that they still lacked the votes to pass the measure, Axios has learned. Why it matters: The move is frustrating the Democratic grassroots, with some progressive groups and lawmakers fuming over the fact that another vote won't be possible until mid-April. - Rep. Delia Ramirez (D-Ill.) told Axios there is "absolutely" frustration among lawmakers on the left that an Iran war powers resolution didn't get a vote this week. - "Democrats should absolutely be forcing Republicans to vote on stopping this war as urgently as possible," Andrew O'Neill, national advocacy director at the progressive group…
House Democrats chose not to force a vote this week to block President Trump from unilaterally waging war with Iran in part out of fear that they still lacked the votes to pass the measure, Axios has learned. Why it matters: The move is frustrating the Democratic grassroots, with some progressive groups and lawmakers fuming over the fact that another vote won't be possible until mid-April. - Rep. Delia Ramirez (D-Ill.) told Axios there is "absolutely" frustration among lawmakers on the left that an Iran war powers resolution didn't get a vote this week. - "Democrats should absolutely be forcing Republicans to vote on stopping this war as urgently as possible," Andrew O'Neill, national advocacy director at the progressive group…Open
NYTIMES (Jonah E. Bromwich) - Judge Questions Why U.S. Is Blocking Maduro’s Defense Funding
The U.S. government has blocked Venezuela from paying for its former leader’s defense lawyers. In a hearing, a judge said repeatedly that the former president’s right to his own defense was “paramount.”
NPR (Alana Wise) - Trump has deployed ICE agents to the nation's airports. What 's their role?
The president says ICE agents are being stationed at airports to help reduce long wait times. Here's a look at what they're authorized to do.
WASHINGTONPOST (Natalie Allison) - As Trump skips CPAC, MAGA’s rifts over Iran war are on display
At the annual gathering of conservative activists, many express reservations about the war, amid support for Trump.
NYTIMES (Hilary Howard and Mark Bonamo) - The Disgusting Reason a Staten Island Creek Turned Bright Green
The emerald tint to the Clove Lakes Park stream helped confirm long-held suspicions about what might be leaking from toilets.
NYTIMES (Dana G. Smith) - How a Healthy Mind-Set Influences Longevity
A few qualities, including a sense of purpose, seem to have real benefits — especially as you age.
WASHINGTONPOST (Emily Davies, Marianne LeVine, Theodoric Meyer) - To pay TSA officers during shutdown, Trump weighs sidestepping Congress
The plan is reminiscent of efforts by the White House to fund favored agencies during last fall’s government shutdown.