The 7

Republican anxiety over Iran; spring break travel chaos; sleepy foods; and more

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Mar 10, 2026
Coverage of Republican worry about mixed messaging on Iran and its economic ripple effects. Reports on diplomatic staff departures from the Middle East and a nearby attempted bombing. Updates on legal controversy around emergency court rulings and contested ICE arrests. Travel chaos for spring break with fares, delays, and cancellations. A light segment on foods and diets linked to better sleep.
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INSIGHT

GOP Worries Gas Prices Could Cost Them Politically

  • Republican anxiety about the Iran war centers on rising gas prices undermining a key political talking point.
  • Oil spiked after strikes, then fell after Trump's comments, but remains notably higher and threatens GOP messaging before midterms.
ADVICE

Follow Evacuation Notices If Posted For Diplomats

  • The State Department ordered nonessential diplomatic staff and families to leave multiple Middle East missions as security risks rose.
  • Adana consulate departures followed notices to Saudi Arabia staff, signaling escalating threats and possible further mandatory departures.
ANECDOTE

Attempted Attack Near Mayor Mamdani's Residence

  • Two young men allegedly traveled from Pennsylvania to try to detonate devices near New York Mayor Zoran Mamdani's residence during an anti-Islam rally.
  • The suspects referenced ISIS, were charged with supporting a foreign terrorist group, and the devices did not explode.
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