New York Times

1. With Threat to Wipe Out Iran’s Civilization, Trump’s Rhetoric Goes Beyond Bluster

   Even if the president does not carry out his threat, his violent rhetoric risks damaging his credibility as a negotiator and the country’s standing in the world.

2. Trump Backs Down, but Questions Remain Over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz

   President Trump had been under increasing pressure to find a way out after he threatened to wipe out Iran’s civilization on Tuesday night unless Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz.

3. Iran War Timeline: Key Moments and Attacks In U.S. and Israel’s Campaign

   The United States and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28, starting a weekslong war that spread to neighboring countries and rocked global markets.

4. To Boost Military Budget, Trump Targets Popular Programs at Home

   Amid the war with Iran, the president has proposed to scale back some of the very programs meant to ease families’ financial burdens.

5. Only Trump Knows Why Bondi Was Fired as Attorney General, Blanche Says

   In his first news conference since being elevated to acting attorney general, Todd Blanche said that “nobody has any idea” what led to Pam Bondi’s dismissal other than President Trump.