CNN 5 Things Trump Urges Europe to Send Ships to Strait of Hormuz, TSA Agents Quit Amid DHS Shutdown, Oscars History and more
Mar 16, 2026
Coverage of calls for allied naval deployments to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Reports on U.S. insurance plans for shipping and regional spillover effects. Airline leaders press Congress amid TSA staff shortages and airport chaos. Boardroom drama at the Kennedy Center and planned renovations. Oscars wins and the finalized NCAA tournament field.
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Trump Demands Allies Patrol Strait Of Hormuz
- President Trump is publicly demanding European and Asian navies send ships to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the conflict with Iran.
- He warned of NATO consequences, suggested he might postpone a China trip, and U.S. officials are preparing government-backed insurance for transiting vessels.
Strait Disruption Driving Up Fuel Prices
- Oil and gas prices are rising as the Strait of Hormuz disruption continues, with gasoline up about 25% since the war started.
- The rising fuel costs are tied to continued shipping paralysis and broader regional military actions, including expected weeks of Israeli strikes.
Airline CEOs Tell Congress To Fund DHS Now
- Airline CEOs urged Congress to fund DHS to avoid airport chaos and urged action now, calling air travel a political football during the DHS partial shutdown.
- Over 300 TSA agents quit after missing a paycheck and security lines at major hubs like Atlanta are nearing breaking point.