President Trump's Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has resigned following allegations of inappropriate conduct, including drinking and a possible affair. Today is the final day before the ceasefire between the USA and Iran expires; without a new agreement, hostilities could resume. Kevin Warsh testifies today at a hearing as a candidate for the next Fed chair.  Mark interviews Fox News contributor Liz Peek. Liz is closely tracking the war in Iran. Investors are optimistic that the conflict may soon be resolved. President Trump’s blockade strategy is being praised as effective. Critics contend that former President Obama’s deal with Iran enabled Iran’s nuclear ambitions rather than preventing them. The USA may have avoided direct military confrontation with Iran for nearly fifty years. Senator Elizabeth Warren is expected to press Kevin Warsh on inflation, interest rates, and other economic concerns during his hearing today. There are also lingering questions about the $2 billion the Fed claims was spent on a government project. Democrats appear to be siding with the Iranians, intensifying political divisions in the USA. Barack and Michelle Obama have signed multiple media deals in recent years and, while not currently working with Netflix, are expanding their independent media company, Higher Ground Productions. CBS may have felt pressure from anchor Gayle King about her contract, who reportedly has a difficult reputation. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. Bill shares his outlook on whether the war could end within six months. He describes the Iranians as unpredictable and emphasizes uranium enrichment as the central issue in negotiations with the USA and President Trump. President Trump’s dispute with Pope Leo has led some citizens to urge a softer approach. President Trump is also scheduled to attend and speak at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner for the first time as President.

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