Week in Politics: Trump bans news outlets; Iran War; mail-in voting; interest rates

NPR's weekly politics roundup covers recent tensions involving the Trump administration, including news outlet bans and foreign policy concerns regarding Iran. The report also touches on domestic issues such as mail-in voting and interest rate fluctuations.
Why it matters
This summary provides a snapshot of the current political climate, highlighting the administration's ongoing friction with media and international entities.
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