The latest on the Middle East conflict, a tense presidential interview, and upcoming midterm primaries.

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   Foreign Policy

   Trump Calls for Ceasefire Amid Israel-Iran Strikes

   President Donald Trump has called for an immediate de-escalation as Israel and Iran exchanged missile strikes, breaking an April ceasefire. Trump stated that he is urging both sides to stop the conflict and claims that negotiations for an immediate ceasefire are underway.

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   Media

   Trump Walks Out of 'Meet the Press' Interview

   President Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC's 'Meet the Press' after clashing with host Kristen Welker. The walkout occurred when Welker challenged Trump's allegations that the California gubernatorial race and the 2020 election were rigged.

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   White House

   South Lawn UFC Fight Draws Backlash

   A planned UFC cage fight on the South Lawn of the White House is drawing sharp criticism from educators and political scientists. Critics argue the event commercializes the presidency, acts as authoritarian propaganda, and sends a troubling message to youth by glorifying violence.

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   National Polls

   AP-NORC Poll Shows Decline in American Exceptionalism

   A new AP-NORC poll reveals that only about a quarter of Americans believe the U.S. stands above all other countries. As the nation prepares for its 250th anniversary, the survey highlights a growing unease over the future of the country's democratically elected government.

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   Economy

   Trump Warns Federal Reserve Against Rate Hike

   President Trump has stated that a Federal Reserve interest rate hike would be a mistake, warning it could hurt the U.S. economy. His comments come as markets face headwinds from the escalating conflict in the Middle East and rising oil prices.

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   Elections

   Four States Hold Primary Elections on Tuesday

   Voters in Maine, Nevada, North Dakota, and South Carolina will vote in statewide primary elections on Tuesday. The results will set the stage for several key congressional and state-level races ahead of the November midterms.