Section 1: Iran Regime Revolt
Protests in Iran: Anti-government demonstrations have been ongoing for over two weeks, driven by economic hardship and opposition to the regime.
Violent Crackdown: Security forces have responded with heavy repression; reports indicate deaths and brutality in the streets.
Trump Administration Response:
President Trump publicly supports Iranian protesters, emphasizing U.S. readiness to help.
Strong warnings issued: Iran will face “serious consequences” if it violently suppresses protests.
Options under consideration include cyber, military, and diplomatic measures.
Iran’s Reaction: The regime is attempting to silence information by shutting down landlines and internet access.
Geopolitical Dynamics:
Russia reportedly has aircraft ready in Tehran to evacuate Iranian leadership if the regime collapses.
Israel may be involved in potential strikes against Iranian leadership.
Current Situation: At least one border city reportedly overthrown by protesters; risk of either major freedom gains or significant loss of life in the coming hours.

Section 2: Federal Reserve Chair Investigation
Criminal Probe: The Trump administration has opened a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
Powell’s Statement:
DOJ served grand jury subpoenas related to his testimony about renovations to the Fed’s headquarters.
Powell claims the probe is politically motivated, aimed at pressuring monetary policy decisions.
Emphasizes Fed independence and commitment to evidence-based interest rate setting.
Context:
Trump has criticized Powell for not cutting interest rates as aggressively as desired.
DOJ states the investigation focuses on potential misuse of taxpayer funds in renovation projects.
Media and Political Spin: Debate centers on whether this is about renovation testimony or political interference in monetary policy.

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Section 1: Iran Regime Revolt
<ul>
<li>Protests in Iran: Anti-government demonstrations have been ongoing for over two weeks, driven by economic hardship and opposition to the regime.</li>
<li>Violent Crackdown: Security forces have responded with heavy repression; reports indicate deaths and brutality in the streets.</li>
<li>Trump Administration Response:
<ul>
<li>President Trump publicly supports Iranian protesters, emphasizing U.S. readiness to help.</li>
<li>Strong warnings issued: Iran will face &ldquo;serious consequences&rdquo; if it violently suppresses protests.</li>
<li>Options under consideration include cyber, military, and diplomatic measures.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Iran&rsquo;s Reaction: The regime is attempting to silence information by shutting down landlines and internet access.</li>
<li>Geopolitical Dynamics:
<ul>
<li>Russia reportedly has aircraft ready in Tehran to evacuate Iranian leadership if the regime collapses.</li>
<li>Israel may be involved in potential strikes against Iranian leadership.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Current Situation: At least one border city reportedly overthrown by protesters; risk of either major freedom gains or significant loss of life in the coming hours.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
Section 2: Federal Reserve Chair Investigation
<ul>
<li>Criminal Probe: The Trump administration has opened a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell.</li>
<li>Powell&rsquo;s Statement:
<ul>
<li>DOJ served grand jury subpoenas related to his testimony about renovations to the Fed&rsquo;s headquarters.</li>
<li>Powell claims the probe is politically motivated, aimed at pressuring monetary policy decisions.</li>
<li>Emphasizes Fed independence and commitment to evidence-based interest rate setting.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Context:
<ul>
<li>Trump has criticized Powell for not cutting interest rates as aggressively as desired.</li>
<li>DOJ states the investigation focuses on potential misuse of taxpayer funds in renovation projects.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Media and Political Spin: Debate centers on whether this is about renovation testimony or political interference in monetary policy.</li>
</ul>
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Tehran Teetering on the Edge plus Grand Jury Targets Jerome Powell

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