politicsWednesday, August 12, 2026
Today's politics coverage is split between the simmering US-Iran standoff and domestic political troubles for Trump. Iran's warning of cyber attacks adds a new dimension to the conflict, while Trump's approval rating hits a new low and his golf course project faces setbacks.
The standoff with Iran continues to dominate, with Tehran now threatening cyber attacks and the US selling seized tankers.
Iran's IRGC is threatening cyber attacks on US infrastructure if strikes resume, escalating the conflict beyond military means. This follows recent cyber attacks on US water systems, suggesting a new front in the standoff.
The US selling two seized shadow fleet tankers for scrap is a practical move against sanctions evasion, but the fact that one switched to a Russian flag during seizure highlights the complexity of enforcing oil sanctions.
At home, Trump faces a record-low approval rating and a stalled renovation project, while his potential midterm intervention raises questions.
Trump's approval rating has hit a record low of -27, with the resumption of strikes on Iran likely a factor. This is a significant political vulnerability as midterms approach.
The 'sinking' golf course renovation project is a metaphor for Trump's broader troubles, but the specific setbacks before construction even begins suggest mismanagement.
Toobin's piece on how Trump could intervene in midterms is a reminder of the constitutional quirks in the House clerk process, and the potential for presidential overreach.
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