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Archived story · published October 8, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

Politics · October 8, 2026

Trump Says US Won’t Attack Iran Before November Midterm Election

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Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that his administration will not resume military attacks against Iran until after the November midterm elections. This statement follows reports of fluctuating oil prices and rumors of potential strikes. In related developments, the administration remains in a legal dispute with CNN, MS NOW, and Politico regarding White House press access, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly addressed the scheduled execution of the Fort Hood shooter while criticizing former President Obama's handling of the 2009 attack.

Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that his administration will not resume military attacks against Iran until after the November midterm elections. This statement follows reports of fluctuating oil prices and rumors of potential strikes. In related developments, the administration remains in a legal dispute with CNN, MS NOW, and Politico regarding White House press access, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly addressed the scheduled execution of the Fort Hood shooter while criticizing former President Obama's handling of the 2009 attack.