An overview of front pages for April 4.

These 2026 news sources depict a fictional future where the United States is engaged in an active war with Iran. The reports detail the downing of American warplanes over Iranian territory and a record-breaking $1.5 trillion military budget proposed by President Trump. Domestically, the headlines cover a surprise rebound in job growth, the abrupt ouster of Attorney General Pam Bondi, and NASA’s intensifying space race with China. Cultural stories highlight Gen Z's growing interest in Catholicism and the rising popularity of women in the "manosphere" fitness subculture. Additionally, the papers report on technological shifts, such as the backlash against vehicle stop-start features and the increased use of AI within the American judicial system.