Swalwell Resignation, Strait Of Hormuz Standoff, Trump Feuds with Pope Leo

Representative Eric Swalwell has resigned from Congress following multiple allegations of sexual assault and misconduct, including claims from a former staffer. While Swalwell denies the accusations, the political fallout led to the suspension of his gubernatorial campaign and mounting pressure from House colleagues. Simultaneously, a tense maritime standoff persists in the Strait of Hormuz, where U.S. and Iranian blockades have halted most oil shipments, driving global prices to approximately $100 per barrel and straining international economies. Amidst this geopolitical instability, President Trump faces criticism for sharing an AI-generated image of himself as a messianic figure and engaging in a public feud with Pope Leo XIV. The Pope, distancing himself from political maneuvering, has rejected the President's attacks, emphasizing a focus on humanitarian concerns and the Gospels rather than political conflict.