CNN 5 Things New Sanctions on Iran, TSA PreCheck Threat, Epstein Scandal Retirement and more
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Feb 25, 2026 Sanctions target Iran’s shadow fleet and missile production ahead of high-stakes nuclear talks. Airport security procedures face possible cuts as the partial government shutdown drags on. A prominent economist announces retirement amid ties to the Jeffrey Epstein controversy. FBI searches in Los Angeles grab attention. An astronaut’s medical issue led to NASA’s first early return from the space station.
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New US Sanctions Target Iran's Shadow Fleet
- The Trump administration imposed sanctions targeting Iran's shadow fleet and ballistic missile production ahead of Geneva nuclear talks.
- Treasury framed measures as pressure ahead of diplomacy while Iran's foreign minister called the missile program defensive and open to negotiation.
Prepare For Possible TSA PreCheck Delays
- Travelers should prepare for potential longer security lines as DHS threatens to suspend TSA PreCheck during the partial shutdown.
- Kristi Noem warned officers may be reassigned without DHS funding, forcing prioritization at checkpoints.
Larry Summers To Retire Amid Epstein Scrutiny
- Larry Summers announced he will retire from Harvard amid scrutiny over long-term correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Released documents showed Summers exchanged emails with Epstein that included sexist remarks and requests for romantic advice.