Bloomberg News Now April 1, 2026: Trump Iran Threat, Says End is Very Close, More
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Apr 2, 2026 A roundup of high-stakes foreign policy, including threats of major strikes on Iran and concerns over Strait of Hormuz security. Coverage of NASA’s Artemis II lunar flyby and SpaceX confidential IPO moves. Rundown of Supreme Court questions on birthright citizenship and shifting U.S. tariff and Venezuela sanction policy. Quick take on market reaction and government funding standoffs.
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U.S. Signals Rapid Escalation With Iran
- President Trump signaled the U.S. expects to finish military action against Iran very quickly and warned allies to protect the Strait of Hormuz.
- Trump said the U.S. will hit Iran "extremely hard" over the next two to three weeks while urging regional partners like Saudi Arabia and the UAE to take the lead on securing oil routes.
Artemis II Marks Human Return To Lunar Vicinity
- NASA launched Artemis II and the crew capsule reached stable orbit, marking the first human return to the lunar vicinity in over 50 years.
- The four-astronaut crew will take about four days to the lunar vicinity and perform a far-side flyby on April 6th.
Supreme Court Questions Rollback Of Birthright Citizenship
- The Supreme Court heard arguments on President Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment and expressed skepticism about the administration's legal position.
- Justices questioned whether the administration's interpretation fits historical practice, and the court plans a ruling by early July.