Rahm Emanuel on potential 2028 White House run: ‘I have something I think I can offer’
Rahm Emanuel, in his most public comments to date about 2028, is confirming that he’s considering a run for the next Democratic presidential nomination. The former Chicago mayor, White House chief of staff in former President Barack Obama’s administration, and former congressman from Illinois said this week in an interview with Crain’s Chicago Business that “I’m looking at the (Democratic) field, and most importantly, what I have to contribute.” “I have been there,” Emanuel added in an interview Thursday on CNN. “I have something I think I can offer. But I haven’t made that decision.” Emanuel, who served as the U.S. ambassador to Japan the past four years during former President Joe Biden’s administration, noted that “if I said I wasn’t, it wouldn’t be true. If I said I have decided, that also wouldn’t be true.” 2028 WATCH: HERE ARE 21 DEMOCRATS WHO MAY RUN FOR PRESIDENT Emanuel, who worked as a policy adviser in the 1990s in then-President Bill Clinton’s administration and who later steered the Democrats’ capture of the House majority in the 2006 election, has been seen for months as a possible contender for what is likely to be a wide-open and crowded 2028 Democratic presidential nomination race. SIX REPUBLICANS TO KEEP YOUR EYES ON IN THE 2028 WHITE HOUSE RACE And since returning from Japan at the end of the Biden administration, Emanuel has been offering blistering assessments of the Democratic Party, in the wake of last November’s stunning setbacks when the party lost control of the White House, the Senate, and failed to win back the House majority from the GOP. Emanuel called the Democratic Party’s brand “toxic” and “weak and woke” in a profile piece last month in the Wall Street Journal. “If you want the country to give you the keys to the car, somebody’s got to be articulating an agenda that’s fighting for America, not just fighting Trump,” he told the Wall Street Journal. EMANUEL WARNS DEMOCRATS HAVE BECOME THE PARTY OF ‘PUNKS’ In his interview with Crain’s, Emanuel urged Democrats to return to “kitchen table issues…we have to go back to how we won. Focus on middle-class economics and values.” But the moderate Emanuel has long earned the ire of the progressive wing of the party. He was heavily criticized by many on the left over a decade ago for his handling, as Chicago mayor, of the police murder of Laquan McDonald, which grabbed national attention. And progressives, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York, in 2021, tried to block confirmation of Emanuel’s ambassadorship over long-held allegations he tried to cover up the McDonald shooting.
HHS gives California deadline to overhaul federally-funded sex ed program ‘indoctrinating’ kids
The Trump administration is giving California’s federally funded sex education program 60 days to remove all references to gender identity or face potential termination of its funding. California’s Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP) grant has been under scrutiny by the Trump administration since at least March, when the HHS’s Administration for Children and Families (ACF) requested the federally funded state-operated program send copies of its curriculum and other relevant course materials to them for review. According to ACF, the probe was initiated to ensure the state’s sexual education programming is medically accurate and age-appropriate. The agency said in a Friday notice sent to California’s PREP program, reviewed by Fox News Digital, that following its examination of the program’s curriculum and other teaching materials, it found a litany of subjects and language within the course materials deemed to fall outside the program’s “authorizing statute,” in particular references to “gender ideology.” As a result, ACF said it halted their review for “medical accuracy,” since the content it found is not statutorily allowed in the first place. 4-H FEDERALLY FUNDED CAMPS UNDER FIRE FOR CABINING KIDS, ADULT COUNSELORS BY ‘IDENTITY’ “The Trump administration will not tolerate the use of federal funds for programs that indoctrinate our children,” said ACF’s acting Assistant Secretary Andrew Gradison. “The disturbing gender ideology content in California’s PREP materials is both unacceptable and well outside the program’s core purpose. ACF remains committed to radical transparency and providing accountability so that parents know what their children are being taught in schools.” Among the materials ACF found, which it now wants to be removed, was a lesson for middle school-aged students that seeks to introduce them to the concepts of transgenderism. “We’ve been talking during class about messages people get on how they should act as boys and girls—but as many of you know, there are also people who don’t identify as boys or girls, but rather as transgender or gender queer,” the lesson states to students. “This means that even if they were called a boy or a girl at birth and may have body parts that are typically associated with being a boy or a girl, on the inside, they feel differently.” DOJ CIVIL RIGHTS DIVISION SETS TITLE IX DEADLINE FOR CALIFORNIA ON TRANSGENDER ATHLETES IN GIRLS’ SPORTS ACF flagged parts of the curriculum for high school-aged students as well, which gets into topics like differentiating between “social transitioning” and “medical transitioning.” The high school-aged materials also include instruction on what it means to be “non-binary” and language that tells students “gender-identity” is “essentially a social status.” Teacher training materials part of the California PREP program were among other aspects of the California sex-ed curriculum that were flagged by ACF. “All people have a gender identity,” the teacher training materials state. They also instruct educators to refer to people who follow the biological marker they are “assigned at birth” as “cisgender” and adds that those who are not “cisgender” may identify as “non-binary, agender, bigender, genderfluid, [or] genderqueer.” In ACF’s notice, the agency pointed out that under the authorizing statute that established California’s PREP program, it is defined as a program designed to educate young people mainly on abstinence, contraception and avoiding sexually transmitted infections, like HIV/AIDS. CALIFORNIA SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS PRAISE TRUMP ADMIN’S PROBE INTO STATE ALLEGEDLY HIDING KIDS’ ‘GENDER IDENTITY’ “The statute neither requires, supports nor authorizes teaching students that gender identity is distinct from biological sex or that boys can identify as girls and vice versa,” ACF’s notice to California PREP states. “We are aware that this curricula and other program materials were previously approved by ACF,” the notice continues. “However, the prior administration erred in allowing PREP grants to be used to teach students gender ideology because that approval exceeded the agency’s authority to administer the program consistent with the authorizing legislation as enacted by Congress.” California now has 60 days to remove all gender ideology references from its PREP curricula and other program materials, and then it must resend its materials for approval by ACF. If California fails to make the necessary changes requested by the Trump administration, the agency says it has the authority to withhold, disallow, suspend or terminate the federal grant currently funding California’s PREP program.
WATCH: Crowd sings ‘Happy Birthday’ to Trump at US Army’s 250th anniversary parade
As President Donald Trump closed his remarks and invited first lady Melania Trump to the dais along U.S. 50 in downtown Washington, the assembled crowd of thousands began an impromptu rendition of “Happy Birthday.” The president, who turned 79 Saturday, smiled and paused as the singing gave way to a young Army officer approaching with a folded U.S. flag. The officer presented Trump the flag on behalf of the U.S. Army Golden Knights and said it had flown over the Capitol earlier in the day to commemorate the nation’s oldest military branch. TRUMP CELEBRATES US’ LONG HISTORY OF GIVING FOREIGN ENEMIES ‘HELL’ AT MASSIVE MILITARY PARADE Trump had received blowback, mostly from the left, for holding the Army commemoration with critics pointing out it also fell on his birthday. “I’m horrified by the parade, because this is not about honoring our military,” Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., a frequent Trump critic, said on a recent podcast. “It’s a military vanity show for a president who’s long wanted to have tanks rolling down the streets of our nation’s capital.” HEADING TO TRUMP’S MILITARY PARADE? HERE’S EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., also recently drafted the HAPPY BIRTHDAY Budget Act, which would prohibit taxpayer dollars for such celebrations. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP During the parade, Vice President JD Vance noted that Saturday was his and second lady Usha Vance’s wedding anniversary. It is also Flag Day, the date in 1777 when the Continental Congress adopted Betsy Ross’ Stars and Stripes flag.
Top photos from Trump’s 250th birthday parade for the US Army
As the Army celebrates its 250 year celebration, President Donald Trump hosts a military parade to demonstrate the history and power of the United States Army.
White House slams ‘utter failure’ of anti-Trump protests as America celebrates Army’s historic milestone
White House communications director Steven Cheung addressed the nationwide “No Kings” protests on Saturday, describing them as “a complete and utter failure with minuscule attendance.” Thousands of planned protests, which remained peaceful as the Army’s 250th anniversary parade commenced, followed a week of violent anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles and other cities. GOVERNORS WARN ANTI-TRUMP ‘NO KINGS’ PROTESTERS AGAINST BECOMING VIOLENT: ‘YOU’RE GOING TO GET ARRESTED’ No Kings organizers chose to hold the demonstrations the same day as the military parade, which coincided with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday. “It is sad Democrats and liberals would rather support criminals and illegals instead of celebrating the 250th anniversary of our great U.S. Army and Flag Day,” Cheung wrote in an X post. “But many more Americans are commemorating our brave military men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice and those who continue to serve our country.” WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT TODAY’S ‘NO KINGS’ ANTI-TRUMP RALLIES ACROSS THE US Republican lawmakers cheered the effort, describing it as an “incredible opportunity” to showcase the strength, discipline and teamwork of the U.S. military. “It’s an honor to support our service members in our nation’s capital,” Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., wrote in an X post. “Thank you to every man and woman in uniform for your dedication and service to our country!” HEADING TO TRUMP’S MILITARY PARADE? HERE’S EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW However, Democrats mostly criticized the Army celebration, citing its cost and alleging it was an excuse to celebrate Trump’s birthday. California Gov. Gavin Newsom spoke out shortly after the parade began on Saturday, saying the celebration “should be about” service members. “Our service members are the heroes,” Newsom wrote on X. “We are PROUD of the U.S. Army and the brave men and women who serve. They’ve dedicated their lives to something bigger than themselves. Today should be about them. Not Donald Trump.” Minutes later, Newsom’s press office posted a photo from the event, with the caption, “THIS IS THE LARGEST PRESIDENTIAL BIRTHDAY PARTY EVER.” CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP Despite the divisive rhetoric about the event, the U.S. Army said the parade “is a reminder that we’ve always been there for America, and we always will. THIS WE’LL DEFEND.”
Thousands converge on Alexandria ‘No Kings’ protest against Trump and Army parade; nearby DC is quiet
Thousands converged on downtown Alexandria, Virginia, to protest President Donald Trump and the parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, while security kept things under wraps across the river in the District of Columbia ahead of the parade. The loosely constructed “No Kings” movement, notably supported by Walmart heiress Chrissy Walton, planned to hold dozens of protests across the country. And, so far, the protest just out of sight of the White House appeared to be generating a lot of interest. Reports of crowds from 1,000 to 5,000 people, assembled in Market Square in Alexandria, Virginia, to protest the idea that Trump would hold a military parade on what is also his 79th birthday, according to X accounts. Independent Women’s Forum official Julie Gunlock shared an accounting of events Saturday, posting a collage on X that featured people waving signs that said “I like my ICE crushed,” “King of Farts” and “Happy Obama Appreciation Day.” WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT TODAY’S ‘NO KINGS’ ANTI-TRUMP RALLIES ACROSS THE US Another X snippet showed a growing crowd in Market Square as the closing bars of the “Star-Spangled Banner” played from a boombox. One protester noted that Alexandria, Virginia, is where Vice President JD Vance’s recent private residence was. With US Highway 1 divided into the major north-south streets “Patrick” and “Henry” through downtown and its history as the closest city to George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate, references made online described how Alexandria was a fitting place to oppose a supposed king. GOVERNORS WARN ANTI-TRUMP ‘NO KINGS’ PROTESTERS AGAINST BECOMING VIOLENT: ‘YOU’RE GOING TO GET ARRESTED’ Accounts described the crowd as largely “elderly” while others contended there were attendees of all ages. Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin warned potential troublemakers statewide Friday he had “integrated” the Virginia National Guard with the Virginia State Police to protect life, property and egress on the Commonwealth’s roadways. “We cannot allow people to put people’s lives in jeopardy by disrupting traffic or anything along those lines,” Youngkin told reporters. “And so, if you break the law, you’re going to get arrested,” he said. “I will protect everybody’s constitutional right, but if you break the law, you’re going to get arrested.” Protests also cropped up Saturday afternoon in Hampton Roads, Virginia, as Trump’s parade took shape just across the Potomac River from another counterprotest scheduled in the wealthy liberal enclave of Falls Church, Virginia. The co-organizer of the Norfolk, Virginia, “No Kings” protest said of Trump, “This is not his kingdom. We are not his subjects,” in comments to The Virginian-Pilot. “This isn’t about politics. This is about honor,” another demonstrator told the paper. ‘CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP In Washington, thousands also converged ahead of the parade, wearing patriotic or pro-Trump gear and MAGA hats. Paradegoers who spoke to Fox News Digital overwhelmingly reported that they did not expect violence in Washington Saturday, citing the tight security. “There’s security everywhere,” one paradegoer said. “I would say, you know, it’s a big event with everything that’s been going on. “I haven’t seen many protesters, but I’ve seen a couple of signs.” Another attendee in Washington said the event felt “family-oriented” and safe. Security Saturday included the Secret Service, police officers and military members stationed along entry checkpoints and walking among the throngs of paradegoers. Trump’s parade kicked off early, just before 6 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, with law enforcement vetting people attending with metal detectors and pat-downs. Streets surrounding historic spots near the parade route, like the White House and Washington Monument, were shut down and barricaded to bolster safety. Fox News Digital spotted a handful of protesters carrying signs denouncing Trump as a dictator and Black Lives Matter signs and other messages calling for equality, but crowds surrounding the entry points for the parade were primarily comprised of Trump supporters, veterans, families and others who came out for the patriotic parade. Officials from Walmart reportedly said advertisements from Walton are “in no way connected to or endorsed by Walmart.”
Governors warn anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protesters against becoming violent: ‘You’re going to get arrested’
As President Donald Trump’s military parade kicks off in Washington to commemorate the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army Saturday, governors in several states are also on high alert for violence at demonstrations opposing the parade and voicing anger at the contention it is a proxy to celebrate the president’s 79th birthday. A loose confederation of counterprotests, called “No Kings,” are expected to take place across the country in smaller cities, particularly in red states, like Shepherdstown, West Virginia; Valdosta, Georgia; and Austin, Texas. West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said Friday he was aware of several such demonstrations planned across the Mountain State. “I support the constitutional right to free speech and assembly, but West Virginia will uphold law and order,” Morrisey said in a statement. PROTESTERS EXPECTED TO CONVERGE ON DC, NEIGHBORING CITIES AHEAD OF TRUMP’S MILITARY PARADE “We will not tolerate looting, destruction, vandalism or any violence toward law enforcement.” Protests are also expected in West Virginia’s Wheeling, Charleston and Martinsburg, and Morrisey added that the West Virginia State Police is at the ready to “quell any actions that cross the line.” Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin warned potential troublemakers he has “integrated” the Virginia National Guard with the Virginia State Police to protect life, property and egress on the Commonwealth’s roadways. WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT TODAY’S ‘NO KINGS’ ANTI-TRUMP RALLIES ACROSS THE US “We cannot allow people to put people’s lives in jeopardy by disrupting traffic or anything along those lines,” Youngkin told reporters Friday. “And, so, if you break the law, you’re going to get arrested,” he added. “I will protect everybody’s constitutional right, but if you break the law, you’re going to get arrested.” As of Saturday afternoon, protests cropped up in Hampton Roads, Virginia, and beyond as Trump’s parade took shape just across the Potomac River from another counterprotest scheduled in Falls Church, Virginia. The co-organizer of Norfolk’s “No Kings” protest said of Trump, “This is not his kingdom. We are not his subjects,” in comments to The Virginian-Pilot. “This isn’t about politics. This is about honor,” another demonstrator told the paper. Virginia also was one of five states Axios reported to have the most sizable ICE-related illegal immigrant arrests and related law enforcement activity in recent weeks. A protest made its way down Broad Street in the capital of Richmond, Virginia, earlier this week opposing that condition. In Georgia, Gov. Brian Kemp said in a statement he was aware of and prepared for protests in the Peach State. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP “My office … stands ready to take whatever appropriate action is needed to safeguard our communities from crime and violence while also respecting the constitutional right to peaceful assembly,” Kemp said. “My support for public safety officers and the rule of law is unwavering, and any violence against those who protect and serve will be met with quick and heavy accountability.” In Pennsylvania, a sizable “No Kings” protest materialized at Love Park in Center City Philadelphia. Protesters later moved on to the Art Museum, made famous by Sylvester Stallone in “Rocky.” Gov. Josh Shapiro told KYW-3 he and Philadelphia Democratic Mayor Cherelle Parker have been in contact in a city known for civilian mayhem after its sports teams compete in championships. “We’ll make sure it’s a peaceful day here in Philadelphia,” Shapiro said, openly asking protesters to do so peacefully. “Violence is not an answer … and is not going to be permitted,” the potential 2028 Democratic presidential hopeful said. By 1 p.m. Central Time Saturday, a protest in Chicago drew thousands of demonstrators, including 83-year-old Rev. Jesse Jackson being pushed in a wheelchair at the front of the procession. Boycott threats were made against Walmart after Chrissy Walton, a daughter-in-law of its founder, publicly promoted the “No Kings” protests. The company distanced itself, saying it does not endorse the protests nor does Walton serve in any managerial capacity. Fox News’ Ruth Ravve Greenfield contributed to this report.
Senate GOPs carefully weighing controversial tax provisions before bringing Big, Beautiful Bill to the floor
Fox has learned that it is doubtful that Senate Republicans will put the Big, Beautiful Bill on the floor for debate and a vote next week. That likely waits until the week of June 22. This potentially jeopardizes final passage of the measure through the Senate AND House by July 4. The Senate Finance Committee is expected to release its text of the bill as early as Monday. That section of the legislation is the most expansive and probably most controversial. Key tax provisions like SALT (state and local tax reductions), potential spending cuts and changes to Medicare/Medicaid all appear in this section of the legislation. ABOUT 60 PEOPLE ARRESTED AFTER VETERANS’ ANTI-ICE DEMONSTRATION IN WASHINGTON, DC, POLICE SAY Senators and Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough will then begin a process of weeding out provisions which do not comport with strict Senate Budget provisions. That’s why the plan probably isn’t ready for debate and a “vote-a-rama” until the week after next. If the Senate advances the bill, the House will have a tight window to either accept the Senate changes and greenlight the bill before July 4 – or bounce it back to the Senate with yet ANOTHER set of changes. REPORTER’S NOTEBOOK: GOP LAWMAKERS PREPARE TO SLASH $9.1B FROM USAID, NPR, AND PBS IN RARE VOTE Such a scenario would most certainly stretch out the process beyond the July 4 deadline. It would also compel the Senate to take a 4th vote-a-rama in just a matter of months. That’s where the Senate votes for hours on end with one roll call after another.
Minnesota rep killed made headlines days earlier over vote on benefits for illegal aliens
Minnesota Democratic Rep. Melissa Hortman, who was fatally shot on Saturday with the suspect still at large, made headlines earlier this week for being the only Democratic vote in the state House to vote to repeal taxpayer-funded healthcare coverage for adult illegal immigrants. “I know that people will be hurt by that vote and I’m – we worked very hard to try and get a budget deal that wouldn’t include that provision,” she said following the vote that she said was done in order to move the budget forward in a split legislature, according to KTTC. Republicans hold the House 67-66, and the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party holds the Senate 34-33. Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were also shot on Saturday and are hospitalized following surgery. Hortman’s husband also died in the shooting. All four victims are presumed to have been shot by the same suspect who pretended to be a police officer. MINNESOTA LAWMAKERS AND SPOUSES SHOT IN SEPARATE HOME ATTACKS According to Alpha News, Hoffman voted against the proposal but Gov. Tim Walz is expected to sign it into law as part of the budget agreement. Four state senators also voted for the repeal. Although it’s believed to be politically motivated, the specific motive is unclear as of Saturday afternoon. Minnesota State Patrol posted a photo to X on Saturday showing “No Kings” signs in the suspect’s vehicle. “No Kings” is the name of the nationwide series of protests happening on Saturday in opposition to the Trump administration. CLICK HERE FOR MORE IMMIGRATION COVERAGE “Given the targeted shootings of state lawmakers overnight, we are asking the public to not attend today’s planned demonstrations across Minnesota out of an abundance of caution,” MSP wrote. GOP LEADERSHIP UNLEASHES FURY ON DEM GOVERNOR AHEAD OF BLOCKBUSTER CONGRESSIONAL HEARING The tragedy led to an outpouring of messages from both sides of the aisle. “I have been briefed on the terrible shooting that took place in Minnesota, which appears to be a targeted attack against State Lawmakers,” Trump posted to Truth Social on Saturday. “Our Attorney General, Pam Bondi, and the FBI, are investigating the situation, and they will be prosecuting anyone involved to the fullest extent of the law. Such horrific violence will not be tolerated in the United States of America. God Bless the great people of Minnesota, a truly great place!” Hortman was formerly the state House speaker. ‘DEFUND THE POLICE’ MECCA OF MINNEAPOLIS OVERRUN WITH VIOLENCE, ‘FAILED LEADERSHIP’: FORMER AG CANDIDATE “Our state lost a great leader,” Gov. Tim Walz said at a news conference following the shootings. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP “Speaker Hortman was someone who served the people of Minnesota with grace, compassion, humor and a sense of service. She was a formidable public servant, a fixture, and a giant in Minnesota. She woke up every day determined to make this state a better place. She is irreplaceable and will be missed by so many Minnesotans,” the Democrat and former 2024 vice presidential nominee continued.
Israel strikes at the heart of Iran’s nuclear ambitions in Isfahan offensive
Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) hit the Isfahan nuclear site in Iran on Friday night, a location where uranium moves beyond enrichment to the “reconversion” process of building a nuclear bomb. “The strike dismantled a facility for producing metallic uranium, infrastructure for reconverting enriched uranium, laboratories, and additional infrastructure,” the IDF said on Friday. On Friday evening, video footage posted by Iranian media showed Iranian air defenses attempting to intercept a fresh wave of Israeli attacks on the site, adding it to a list of nuclear sites targeted that includes the key Natanz facility. HOW CLOSE WAS IRAN TO A NUCLEAR WEAPON BEFORE ISRAEL’S STRIKE ON TEHRAN? The IAEA has confirmed that a nuclear facility in Isfahan was struck by Israel. In a statement on X the IAEA posted that four critical buildings “were damaged in yesterday’s attack, including the Uranium Conversion Facility and the Fuel Plate Fabrication Plant. As in Natanz, no increase in off-site radiation expected.” “Isfahan’s uranium conversion facility is at the heart of Iran’s quest for domestic fuel cycle mastery,” Behnam Ben Taleblu, senior director at the Foundation for Defense of Democracy’s Iran program, told Fox News Digital. At Isfahan, uranium is converted into a state suited for gaseous enrichment. “Crippling this capacity at Isfahan would disconnect the dots between Iran’s diverse nuclear industry and potentially handicap future efforts to prepare uranium for enrichment.” Direct bombing of a facility that stores nuclear fuel represents a major blow to Iran’s nuclear program – but also risks radioactive spills. Israel avoided hitting Iran’s supply of near-bomb-grade nuclear fuel at Isfahan, the New York Times reported. “All these developments are deeply concerning,” the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi said in a statement on the attacks. “I have repeatedly stated that nuclear facilities must never be attacked, regardless of the context or circumstances, as it could harm both people and the environment.” Israel has now targeted over 200 sites in Iran in its move to eliminate Iran’s nuclear capability. IAEA CHIEF CALLS ISRAELI PRESIDENT, REPORTEDLY SAYS IRAN NUCLEAR FACILITY WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED Iranian media reported on Saturday that Israel had struck near the northwestern Tabriz refinery, reporting three missile strikes in locations near western Iran. The Israeli military said that initial strikes had taken out nine nuclear scientists, in addition to top generals in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and dozens of others. Iran’s counter-strikes have killed three Israelis. Experts have long warned that Iran is weeks away from enriching uranium to a weapons-grade 90%, and Israeli intelligence sources suggest Iran had moved beyond enrichment into the early production phase of a nuclear weapon. The IAEA has warned of Iran’s “rapid accumulation of highly enriched uranium” and said the regime has been opaque about providing details on its use.