Private university in Hamden, CT, hosting the Quinnipiac University Polling Institute.
The Iran war has drawn ongoing political scrutiny as costs rise and public opinion shifts. New polling shows flaw lines across MAGA voters, with some calling for end of the conflict while others press for decisive action. Officials argue the administration will stay the course, citing national security needs.
The Independent reports that Donald Trump remains fixated on renovations, monuments and Iran, with insiders warning this focus undermines his party’s midterm prospects. Polls show broad discontent with his leadership, while GOP candidates seek to defend the party’s Senate chances as competition tightens.
Arizona State University has launched a bachelor’s degree in content creation through the Walter Cronkite School, overlapping with existing programs but featuring electives in podcasting, studio production, and on-camera work. The program has drawn criticism about its practicality, but universities are expanding such majors to align with evolving careers in media and the creator economy.
President Donald Trump has said he will "pretty soon" declare the Strait of Hormuz to be US territory after defeating Iran, and has touted a US naval blockade. Iran has rejected the claim, saying the strait "will only be closed and opened under Iran's command" and has refused to resume talks while the waterway remains blocked. Mediators continue quiet contact.
Sen. John Fetterman has recorded a one-minute video praising Republican Sen. Dave McCormick and saying he will work with President Trump to defend Pennsylvania’s steel industry. The clip has intensified Democratic doubts about Fetterman’s party loyalty, prompted fresh talk of a possible party switch and handed Republicans a high‑profile talking point ahead of the Nov. 3 midterms.
The narrative centers on a September 8 draft statement seeking to frame UK, France and Canada actions against Israeli settlements as hostile and antisemitic, a document that was never released. Rubio refrained from commenting on the measures as White House and State Department leadership did not back the move. The episode underscores a growing divide within the US political spectrum and a shift in public opinion toward Israel.
Documentaries and biopics exploring tech leaders are reshaping the fall box office. Openers on Musk and Holmes have drawn attention even as openings vary, with competing narratives about industry power and accountability.
President Donald Trump has said he and Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed months ago that the United States will stop providing roughly $3.8–4 billion a year in military aid by the end of 2026. Trump has told Fox News the money is no longer needed and that Washington will still supply arms if Israel requests them; officials in Israel say they were surprised.
Polling has opened for the 2026 U.S. midterm elections. Projections favor Democrats to gain House control, while Senate outcomes remain close. Early voting shows strong turnout; weather and logistics are shaping access in several states.