Tensions in the Middle East escalate as Israel and Iran exchange attacks on natural gas facilities, disrupting global energy supplies and prompting international concern. NPR's Aya Batrawy reports on the attacks' extensive damage to Qatar's gas production capabilities and potential for broader economic consequences affecting countries like China and India. Meanwhile, President Trump distances the U.S. from the initial Israeli strike but warns Iran against further attacks. Domestically, the confirmation hearing for President Trump's nominee to lead the Department of Homeland Security, Oklahoma Senator Mark Wayne Mullen, faces scrutiny due to personal conflicts and questions about his fitness for the role. Allegations of sexual abuse against labor leader Cesar Chavez lead to reevaluations of his legacy, with varied responses from politicians and organizations regarding celebrations and commemorations.
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