NPR News: 05-04-2026 11PM EDT

May 5, 2026

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President Trump hosted a small business summit at the White House amid escalating tensions in the Iran War, where fighting flared up with new U.S. and Iranian military actions. The broadcast covers this conflict's impact on oil prices, a White House security incident, a surprise corporate takeover bid, a major social media lawsuit, and cultural awards, alongside brief market notes.

Iran Conflict Escalates, Driving Up Gas Prices

Trump commented during the summit that the U.S. cannot allow Iran to develop nuclear weapons and described the war as going "very well" despite problems. Fresh volleys occurred after Trump announced efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to shipping. The U.S. military reported sinking six small Iranian boats, while an Iranian missile attack targeted an oil port in the United Arab Emirates. Iran's foreign minister posted a warning on social media for the U.S. and UAE to avoid being dragged into a quagmire.

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1 (00:04) **Trump Small Business Summit** - Hosts event at White House amid Iran war, vows no nuclear weapon for Iran
2 (00:17) **US-Iran Military Clashes** - Fresh volleys as Trump pushes to reopen Strait of Hormuz
3 (00:36) **Iran Foreign Minister Warning** - Cautions US and UAE against "quagmire" via social media
4 (00:44) **Gas Prices Surge** - National average $4.46/gallon, California $6.11, up 35 cents
5 (00:55) **OPEC Production Boost Ineffective** - Camila Dominowski reports no near-term relief due to Strait disruptions
6 (01:43) **White House Shooting** - Secret Service exchanges fire with suspect, brief lockdown before VP Vance motorcade
7 (02:05) **GameStop eBay Takeover Bid** - Proposes buyout to rival Amazon despite eBay being 4x larger

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NPR News: 05-04-2026 11PM EDT

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