Evening Briefing — June 10, 2026

U.S. Strikes Iran. The U.S. military has launched 'self-defense' strikes against Iran, hitting 'multiple targets' at Trump's direction. These actions follow Trump's promise to hit Iran "hard." The strikes threaten a fragile truce and have caused oil to surge.

Trump on Inflation. Donald Trump stated, "I love the inflation," a comment that drew defense from Johnson, who called it "totally out of context." Trump linked his stance to the U.S. "taking out" Iranian oil, even as an Iran war continues to spike prices. This perspective on the higher cost of living has generated discussion, with analysis suggesting it could be "music to Kevin Warsh's ears."

DOJ Discrimination Finding. The DOJ has found the UC Davis medical school guilty of race-based discrimination. This finding marks a significant legal development regarding the school's practices. The ruling from the Department of Justice addresses specific discriminatory actions.