Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 3hThe Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most critical chokepoints for global oil flows, and sustained disruption could have significant consequences for energy markets and supply chains. Source 010
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 3hLast week saw the highest number of tanker attacks in the strait since the Iran war began, driving vessel traffic to its lowest level in more than two months, according to sources familiar with the situation. 010
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 3h🇮🇷 Iran Threatens to Block Hormuz Routes, Tanker Attacks Surge Iran has issued new warnings that it will block shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz that it has not authorized, raising attack risks for tankers carrying critical energy shipments through the vital waterway. 010
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 04/10/2026The warning underscores growing concern among institutional creditors that Washington's borrowing trajectory, if unchecked, could trigger abrupt shifts in how markets price U.S. sovereign debt. Source 142
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 04/10/2026The agency stated: "This trajectory points to an unsustainable medium-term fiscal path and leaves the sovereign increasingly exposed to shifts in market sentiment and financing conditions." Elections were cited as an added risk factor to debt ceiling negotiations, compounding the fiscal outlook. 030
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 04/10/2026💵 Ratings Agency Warns U.S. Debt on Unsustainable Path A major ratings agency has warned that surging U.S. interest costs and recurring debt ceiling battles are leaving the federal government increasingly exposed to market volatility. 020
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 01/10/2026The withdrawal marks a significant shift in U.S. military posture in the Middle East, closing a chapter that defined American foreign policy and defense strategy for over 20 years. Source 020
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 01/10/2026The drawdown concludes a mission that began with the 2003 invasion and continued through the global war on terror and the campaign against the Islamic State group. 020
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 01/10/2026🪖 U.S. Troop Withdrawal From Iraq Complete The Pentagon has confirmed that the U.S. military withdrawal from Iraq is complete, ending more than two decades of American military presence in the country. 020
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Thanks to everyone that made my birthday special 💕 💓 151
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 28/09/2026The figure marks a new low in WSJ's historical tracking of pre-midterm presidential approval ratings. Presidential approval ratings ahead of midterms are closely watched as an indicator of a party's electoral prospects in congressional races. Source 010
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 28/09/2026📊 Trump Approval Hits Record Low at 37% — WSJ Poll President Trump's approval rating has dropped to 37%, the lowest recorded by the Wall Street Journal for any president shortly before a midterm election in the outlet's polling history. 020
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 27/09/2026The rejection signals no near-term diplomatic breakthrough on one of the world's most strategically important shipping lanes. Source 030
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi presented the offer at the United Nations this week. It demands the release of frozen Iranian assets, the lifting of oil sanctions, and an end to the U.S. naval blockade in exchange for reopening the waterway, which is critical to global energy supplies. 020
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 27/09/2026🇮🇷 U.S. Rejects Iran's Strait of Hormuz Deal as 'Cynical' A senior U.S. official dismissed Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as "cynical" on Sunday, calling it a non-starter for Washington. 010
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 25/09/2026The suit centers on loans legally canceled due to school scams, yet still appearing on borrowers' credit reports. One borrower cited in the case has $72,000 in discharged debt still listed on her credit file. Source 030
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 25/09/2026⚖️ Suit Claims U.S. Reports $4.6B in Canceled Student Debt A lawsuit alleges the federal government is still reporting $4.6 billion in student loan debt to credit bureaus — debt that should have been discharged for roughly 300,000 borrowers defrauded by their schools. 020
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Video footage shows officers surrounding 28-year-old Wilber Rafael Garcés Pérez in the moments after he was shot in the back. The shooting has prompted renewed demonstrations in the city. Source 021
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 22/09/2026🛂 ICE Agent Shoots Venezuelan Driver in Back — Austin Protests Resume Protests returned to Austin, Texas on Monday night following the shooting of a Venezuelan delivery driver by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent. 030
Reposted by Sandra PeeblesArianeh Sajadi, Esq. @arianehsajadi.bsky.social · 22/09/2026If unconstitutional was a person. 51852611451
Reposted by Sandra PeeblesRecoveringXtian @recoveringxtian.bsky.social · 22/09/2026I found it refreshing to catch a glimpse of his ugly carcass on the news but not hearing a single word he was saying. Almost like I hit the mute button as usual. 18361051844
Reposted by Sandra PeeblesHart Cunningham @hart28.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Austin, Texas: Aftermath of the ICE Shooting-Demonstrators holding the line on West Anderson Lane-surged in numbers as Texas DPS falls back, later arresting humanitarians🇺🇸 11452351828
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Fox News correspondent Trey Yingst reported that Trump is in a "deciding mode" and said "very big things are going to be happening in the not so distant future." The remarks signal an escalating posture toward Tehran as diplomatic and military options remain under active consideration. Source 030
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 20/09/2026🇺🇸 Trump Asks 'When Do I Blow the Entire Nation Up' on Iran President Trump publicly speculated Sunday about the future of U.S. military action against Iran, saying his question is "if and when do I blow the entire nation up?" 130
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 19/09/2026The move follows earlier restrictions on reporters covering the Pentagon, and Trump has also pursued legal action against The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and the BBC. The ban is expected to face legal challenges on First Amendment grounds. Source 150
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 19/09/2026Trump posted on Truth Social: "Media Outlets shouldn't be able to constantly write or report FICTION and LIES when they're covering the President of the United States." He threatened that additional outlets could face similar bans. 140
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 19/09/2026🇺🇸 Trump Bans CNN, MSNBC and Politico From White House President Donald Trump announced Friday that CNN, MSNBC and Politico are banned from the White House, effective immediately, citing what he called their "constant 'reporting' FAKE NEWS." 1100
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 16/09/2026The longer yields remain at this level, the more pressure builds on fiscal projections — adding urgency to congressional debates over spending and borrowing. Source 142
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Higher yields mean the federal government must pay more in interest on newly issued and refinanced debt. With the U.S. carrying a multi-trillion-dollar debt load, sustained elevated rates translate directly into larger annual interest payments, squeezing the federal budget. 020
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 16/09/2026💵 5% Treasury Yields Push U.S. Debt Costs to Multi-Year Highs U.S. Treasury yields have reached 5%, a level not seen in years, significantly increasing the cost of servicing America's national debt. 030
Reposted by Sandra PeeblesThe Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 15/09/2026President Trump dismissed AI fears as a “hoax” in a call with the CEO of the world’s top chipmaker. The industry’s leaders rallied over the weekend to call for a slowdown of the pace of development to give their companies more time to work on safety.washingtonpost.comIn onstage call with Nvidia CEO, Trump deems AI fears a ‘hoax’The president has rejected calls by industry leaders for a coordinated slowdown in technological development. 10268
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 14/09/2026We should be coming together to make this happen in this coming elections but people don't support journalist like us that pushes for this to happen, we spread the word and got no funding. 010
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 14/09/2026You're not far behind,but this report was a recent one. 020
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Ukraine has been targeting Russia's oil and gas infrastructure with long-range strikes for months, prompting fuel rationing inside Russia. The demand marks a rare public rebuke by Trump of Kyiv's military strategy. Source 2171
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 14/09/2026"Mr. Zelensky has to do one thing: He has to stop knocking out diesel fuel in Russia," Trump told reporters. He cited U.S. diesel prices above $6 a gallon and said the strikes are "hurting the world." 040
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 14/09/2026🇺🇦 Trump Orders Zelensky to Stop Hitting Russian Refineries President Donald Trump on Sunday publicly urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to halt military strikes on Russian oil refineries, saying the attacks are driving up fuel prices and creating a global diesel shortage. 140
Reposted by Sandra PeeblesCNN @cnn.com · 12/09/2026The Iran war has lasted far longer than many expected — and so has a functioning oil market. There are real questions about whether — and how long — those conditions can hold. cnn.it/4dc6cjQ 339331
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 12/09/2026The two-day event featured keynote addresses from Trump and Vice President Vance,tributes to the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk,and broader warnings to the party faithful.The convention comes as the economy faces pressure from the ongoing Iran conflict and a trade dispute with Canada. 050
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 12/09/2026🗳 GOP Maps Midterm Strategy as Iran and Trade Weigh on Economy Republican leaders convened in Dallas for the party's midterm convention, centering their strategy on President Trump ahead of November elections where the GOP aims to hold both chambers of Congress. 021
Reposted by Sandra PeeblesAaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 11/09/2026Abdul El-Sayed on an RNC attendee yelling that he should be shot: "Look, I'm a dad with two daughters. And I hope those daughters get to grow up and live with their dad." 404108972577
Reposted by Sandra PeeblesRon Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 10/09/2026The reason why they think their voters are this dumb and gullible is because they are. 2103173703504
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Exactly and people like me use our platforms to keep everyone aware but no support or what so ever,we're now blacklisted from sponsors but the truth must be said. 010
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 10/09/2026With federal interest costs running at a record pace, the dual headlines highlight the scale of fiscal pressure on Washington as midterm campaigns accelerate. Source 040
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Separately, President Trump has proposed a $1.3 trillion payout to voters contingent on a Republican midterm victory, though no legislative details have been provided in the source. 030
Sandra Peebles @ogc56.bsky.social · 10/09/2026💵 U.S. Debt Interest Hits $1.05 Trillion in 11 Months The U.S. Treasury has spent $1.05 trillion servicing the national debt over the past 11 months, according to a new Congressional Budget Office report — averaging roughly $95 billion per month. 150