
Oil, Uncertainty, and Tragedy: A Nation Confronts Global Tensions and Domestic Shock
The United States is navigating a volatile mix of international conflict, economic unease, and domestic tragedy. Escalating tensions with Iran are rippling through global markets, while lawmakers in Washington race to address surveillance powers and civil liberties. At home, a devastating mass shooting has renewed national attention on gun violence, even as economic indicators send mixed signals about the path ahead.








