How two lawmakers were ousted over sexual-misconduct claims

Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales and Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell are quitting Congress over sexual misconduct allegations. Sahil Kapur of NBC News explains how the threat of expulsion is forcing them out.

Trump’s blockade on the Strait of Hormuz has taken effect. Politico’s Sam Sutton assesses the growing impact of the Iran war on the U.S. economy.

The Wall Street Journal’s Juan Forero reveals how investors are eyeing up Venezuela.

Plus, the DOJ charged a man with attempting to firebomb the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and why President Trump took down an AI-generated image that drew criticism from his base.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.