Trump to hold Cabinet meeting amid rising tensions with Iran

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27 May 2026 • 1:34 AM MYT
The Independent
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Trump to hold Cabinet meeting amid rising tensions with Iran

  • President Donald Trump is scheduled to host a Cabinet meeting at Camp David amidst escalating tensions in peace talks with Iran.
  • The meeting will include the entire Cabinet and departing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, focusing on administration achievements and foreign policy updates.
  • Peace talks with Iran, initially expected to conclude quickly, are reportedly breaking down following new U.S. strikes and Iranian condemnations.
  • The ongoing conflict with Iran and its economic repercussions, including rising oil prices, are creating political difficulties for Republicans ahead of the midterm elections.
  • Trump's administration faces significant legislative hurdles, including securing funding for ICE and a controversial “slush fund,” with growing dissent among Republican lawmakers in both the House and Senate.

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