NPR News: 05-03-2026 4PM EDT

Iranian officials are reviewing a U.S. response to their latest offer for peace talks aimed at ending the ongoing war, though the U.S. has not confirmed details. This comes amid disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, where the conflict has halted Gulf oil supplies, keeping energy prices elevated. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, speaking on ABC, predicted prices would drop immediately once the strait reopens, though he noted a "tail" of recovery time based on briefings. OPEC Plus members agreed to a modest oil output increase for June, described as largely symbolic given the supply issues; recovery could take weeks or months even after shipping resumes. This was the group's first meeting since the United Arab Emirates exited.

Redistricting Moves in Republican States

Last week's Supreme Court decision, which narrowed the consideration of race in redistricting, has spurred action in several Republican-led states. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee called a special legislative session for next week to redraw congressional lines. In Alabama, Governor Kay Ivey summoned lawmakers into special session starting Monday. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall also filed an emergency Supreme Court motion to lift injunctions from voting rights cases, which currently block map changes until the 2030 census.

Supreme Court Appeals on Abortion Pill