Trump aides, including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, are reportedly backing efforts to keep the Iran war relatively contained until the November 3 midterm elections.

INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY

Trump aides, including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, are reportedly backing efforts to keep the Iran war relatively contained until the November 3 midterm elections. White House officials fear the unpopular conflict, rising gas prices and continued fighting could hurt Republicans as they defend narrow majorities in Congress. For now, the administration is emphasizing sanctions, economic pressure and the blockade around the Strait of Hormuz rather than a major mil