President Trump Lashes Out at Pope Leo: What You Need To Know – April 13, 2026

The U.S. Navy preps for a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz -after peace talks end with no deal – as President Trump targets the first American pope – a vocal critic of the war in Iran - Pope Leo now responding; Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell pulls out of the race for California governor - amid allegations of sexual assault and inappropriate behavior - members of his own party now calling on him to resign; the Artemis II crew celebrates their historic homecoming – and what's next for the space program; the husband of the American woman lost at sea - set to learn if he'll be charged in her disappearance and Rory McIlroy wins back-to-back Masters championships.

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