What to watch in today’s primaries and Scott Bessent threatens new sanctions on Iran: Morning Rundown
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What to watch in today’s primaries and Scott Bessent threatens new sanctions on Iran: Morning Rundown

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Key Points:

  • South Carolina's Republican Senate runoff between Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman will test former President Trump's influence, as Graham has Trump's endorsement but faces skepticism over experience.
  • The Trump administration plans the largest mass revocation of business and tourism visas (B1 and B2) issued between 2016 and 2026 for holders who have sought asylum, potentially affecting up to 200,000 people.
  • U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has imposed sanctions on nearly 60 entities linked to Iran, urging global partners to cut economic ties, while the UAE announced it will end all trade relations with Iran.
  • Despite national headlines about a major cocaine-trafficking ring involving Penn State fraternities, many students on campus showed little awareness or concern about the allegations.
  • Additional news includes ongoing power outages in Gary, Indiana after storms, legal developments involving San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York, and a lawsuit alleging sexual assault by a former Disney employee.

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