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Trump’s face-saving pivot on charging to be ‘guardian angel’ of the Strait of Hormuz

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Trump’s face-saving pivot on charging to be ‘guardian angel’ of the Strait of Hormuz

‘WE’D LOVE TO DO IT A DIFFERENT WAY’: Almost as soon as he announced it, it became clear President Donald Trump’s idea of imposing a 20% reimbursement fee after the U.S. becomes the “Guardian of the Strait of Hormuz,” was unworkable, wil…

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‘WE’D LOVE TO DO IT A DIFFERENT WAY’: Almost as soon as he announced it, it became clear President Donald Trump’s idea of imposing a 20% reimbursement fee after the U.S. becomes the “Guardian of the Strait of Hormuz,” was unworkable, wil… The story falls into Newseze's government desk and is being actively tracked by our editorial team. Calm framing, primary-source references, and respectful tone — every Newseze story is scored for drama and conspiracy before it reaches you. Worth knowing: Newseze refreshes its newsroom every hour and flags fast-moving local and breaking news as it develops. Watch this page for updates. Reporting: Washington Examiner.

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