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Trump–Greene spar over Iran “boots on the ground” as Hormuz tensions rise and Khamenei succession splits Tehran; plus Cowboys eye Rashan Gary, bizarre unclaimed luggage, Georgia health struggles, and a UK EV tax hike

Marjorie Taylor Greene warns against “boots on the ground” in Iran

Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt should have explicitly ruled out a military draft and deploying U.S. troops in Iran, arguing that would contradict campaign promises to avoid “boots on the ground.” Because nothing says “calm, stable foreign policy messaging” like everyone freelancing the war plan in public.

Trump’s Iran strike deepens tensions with the Catholic Church

Trump’s attack on Iran has widened a rift between his administration and the Catholic Church, a split that began forming early in his second term. Turns out “turn the other cheek” and “turn the other country into a crater” do not share a hymnbook.

Trump tells tanker crews to “show some guts” in the Strait of Hormuz

President Trump urged oil tanker crews to keep sailing through the Strait of Hormuz, saying there is “nothing to be afraid of,” and claiming the opposing side lacks naval capability, citing that U.S. forces “sunk all their ships,” per comments reported by Fox News host Brian Kilmeade. A bold strategy, outsourcing geopolitical risk management to motivational posters.

Local panel weighs Israel–U.S.–Iran conflict and Fetterman’s war powers vote

Host Tamala Edwards and a panel discussed how people are responding to the Israel–U.S.–Iran conflict, including Sen. John Fetterman voting with Republicans on a war powers resolution. In the grand American tradition, the war is overseas, but the arguments are proudly home delivered.

Iran split over Mojtaba Khamenei as successor

Iranians are sharply divided over Mojtaba Khamenei being positioned as his father’s successor, with supporters praising the move and critics saying it signals continued rule with little real change. Nothing screams “reform” like the political equivalent of installing the owner’s son as CEO.

Unclaimed luggage haul includes a robot, a bionic knee, and a meteorite

A roundup of unusual items found in lost and unclaimed luggage last year includes a robot, a bionic knee, a meteorite, and a beekeeping suit. Humanity cannot reliably keep track of socks, but we will absolutely misplace a space rock and a cyborg leg.

Report, Cowboys agree to trade for Packers edge rusher Rashan Gary

The Dallas Cowboys have reportedly agreed to acquire Green Bay Packers edge rusher Rashan Gary in a trade, according to sources familiar with the deal.

He Promised His Dying Mother He’d Protect the Family’s Health. In This Georgia Town, It Isn’t Easy.

Clifford Thomas, who lost four relatives to COVID-19 including his mother Beverly, struggles to keep that promise in Albany, Georgia, where a dominant hospital system and strict Medicaid limits leave nearly a third of residents uninsured. Distrust and limited access to affordable care have pushed many, including Thomas, to give up on finding coverage or consistent treatment, until he begins getting sick himself.

UK Vehicle Excise Duty rates rise April 1, with new EV rules and future road pricing

Motorists have a few weeks before new Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rates take effect on April 1, raising the standard annual charge from £195 to £200 for most vehicles registered after April 2017. The change, announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, applies across petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles, with new EVs paying £10 in the first year before moving to the £200 standard rate. The Expensive Car Supplement threshold for EVs rises from £40,000 to £50,000, higher first-year charges are set to hit new diesel cars hardest from April 2026, and a pay-per-mile tax is planned from April 2028 to offset falling fuel duty revenues. Because if there is one renewable resource Britain will never run out of, it is inventive ways to invoice commuters.

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