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Clockwise Politics News — A crucial bipartisan infrastructure bill has unexpectedly stalled in Congress over contentious funding disputes. This is Clockwise politics news, 4 PM Eastern. Negotiations collapsed late this afternoon, with both Republican and Democratic leaders blaming the other. House committee chairs expressed deep frustration, citing irreconcilable differences on key spending provisions. This prolonged legislative deadlock threatens critical upgrades to essential national infrastructure projects across the country.

Clockwise General News — President Trump has declared the Iran ceasefire "on life support" this hour, rejecting Tehran's latest proposal for de-escalation. This is Clockwise general news, 2 PM Eastern. The President also proposed suspending the federal gas tax to alleviate rising fuel prices amidst the ongoing regional conflict. Stalled diplomacy and recent exchanges of fire could escalate Middle East tensions, prolonging a global energy crisis. The final passengers from the hantavirus-stricken MV Hondius cruise ship have now disembarked in Tenerife.

Clockwise General News — President Donald Trump has declared the Iran ceasefire to be on 'life support,' directly rejecting Tehran's latest peace proposal. This major development raises global stability concerns. This is Clockwise general news, 6 AM Eastern.

Clockwise Business News — Oil prices are soaring due to the Iran conflict, yet US stock markets defied expectations, closing at new record highs. This is Clockwise business news, 6 PM Eastern. Brent crude climbed 2. 9% to over $104 per barrel today as geopolitical tensions escalated. However, the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq all registered gains.

Clockwise Politics News — President Trump today declared the Iran ceasefire on "life support," rejecting Tehran's latest peace proposal. This is Clockwise politics news, 4 PM Eastern. Trump dismissed the Iranian concessions as "garbage," risking further escalation in the Middle East. This stalled diplomacy could prolong the critical worldwide energy crisis. To counter soaring fuel prices, President Trump also proposed immediately suspending the federal gas tax.

Clockwise General News — President Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal, calling it "totally unacceptable," pushing a US-brokered ceasefire to "life support. " This is Clockwise general news, 2 PM Eastern. This refusal deepens the ongoing standoff, causing global oil prices to surge and heightening fears of expanded conflict in the Middle East. Diplomacy remains stalled amid escalating tensions. In economic news, the Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate at 3.

Clockwise General News — Good morning, I'm your anchor for Clockwise News. President Trump has reportedly declared Iran's latest response to a U. ceasefire proposal as "totally unacceptable. " This comes amidst heightening tensions and an ongoing conflict that is proving deeply unpopular at home, with gas prices now above $4.

Clockwise General News — A Trump-brokered three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine concludes today, setting the stage for potential breakthrough peace negotiations. This is Clockwise general news, 6:30 AM Eastern. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicates Vladimir Putin is now prepared for substantive talks, though Russia continues frontline attacks. A significant prisoner exchange involving 1,000 individuals from each side is reportedly underway with US mediation. In other critical diplomatic news, the United States will host Israel-Lebanon peace talks starting May 14th.

Clockwise Business News — Federal Reserve officials today affirmed a cautious approach to interest rate cuts, citing persistent inflation concerns across key sectors. This stance suggests a potentially longer holding period for current policy. This is Clockwise business news, 6 PM Eastern. Recent economic data, particularly in services and housing, continues to show stubborn price pressures defying earlier projections. The Fed maintains a strictly data-dependent stance, emphasizing a clear and sustained path to disinflation before any policy adjustments are considered.

Clockwise Politics News — A crucial budget impasse continues in Congress, threatening a government shutdown this autumn. This is Clockwise politics news, 4 PM Eastern. House leaders are scrambling to find common ground on appropriations, particularly regarding defense and social programs. The slim majorities in both chambers make bipartisan compromise challenging. Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve announced it will hold interest rates steady following a volatile quarter.