Indiana Republican Sen. Todd Young said Thursday it was “time to wrap it as quickly as we can” regarding the war in Iran.
Speaking at Semafor World Economy, Young, who has at times bucked the Trump administration on foreign policy, said it was still important to win the war, which he defined as reopening the Strait of Hormuz and securing Iran’s supply of uranium.
Looming over many lawmakers too is the approaching 60-day threshold for congressional authorization for military force outlined in the War Powers Act. Young said he’d “prefer not to wait until the very end to get clarity as to what comes next.”
The 60-day mark, he said, would be an “opportunity for us to articulate any concerns with the plan and tradeoffs and related things.” He added he would be willing to work with the Trump administration if formal congressional authorization were required for the war.
And when the Trump administration came to Congress to fund the war, Young said the “large round numbers” would still receive scrutiny from the legislative branch, and prior to taking a vote on a funding package, lawmakers would use their leverage over the administration.
“I think there will be some of our members who will insist on prior to any vote on a supplemental, resolving this issue around future plans or maybe even a formal authorization,” he said.
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Young, who didn’t endorse Trump during the 2024 primary, said he now had a “really positive” relationship with the president — and his skepticism of Trump earned him respect at times.
“The president has a certain respect — maybe sometimes a grudging respect — but a certain respect for people who don’t bend the knee consistently, who articulate uncomfortable truths, because there aren’t many around him, and I think people underestimate how the president respects that,” he said.
WrestleMania 42 roundtable: Most anticipated matches, bold predictions
After weeks of storylines and anticipation, WrestleMania 42 is almost here. The 13-match card — featuring eight title matches — takes place over two nights from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas (6 p.m. ET on ESPN Unlimited).
Night 1 is headlined by Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes defending his title against Randy Orton, and Night 2 sees World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk squaring off against Roman Reigns.
Before we get to a weekend full of wrestling, ESPN’s Andreas Hale, Marc Raimondi, Sach Chandan, Juliana Daddio and Joe Fortenbaugh share their thoughts on the must-see matches, the main eventer more likely to retain their title and one bold WrestleMania 42 prediction.
The Night 1 match you are looking forward to the most is …
Hale: Seth Rollins vs. Gunther. In terms of pure wrestling, Rollins and Gunther have an opportunity to deliver a show-stealing performance reminiscent of the stellar Kurt Angle-Shawn Michaels match at WrestleMania 21 in 2005. Like Angle vs. Michaels, Rollins vs. Gunther has been subtly placed at this year’s ‘Mania without the hype of the two main events. But Rollins and Gunther are arguably two of the very best in-ring performers currently in the WWE and should take the opportunity to put on a memorable match.
Rollins is establishing himself as this generation’s “Mr. WrestleMania,” a title that Michaels earned by commanding the spotlight no matter where he was on the card. From cashing in his Money in the Bank briefcase to becoming WWE World Heavyweight champion at WrestleMania 31 in 2015 to beating CM Punk and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 41 last year, Rollins always finds a way to do something memorable. Gunther hasn’t been in WWE as long as Rollins, but he already has had a handful of excellent matches between WWE and NXT and operates as the purest form of a heel. I’m almost certain that by the end of the match, they will have earned a standing ovation.
Raimondi: Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton. And the reason is pure schadenfreude. The buildup for this match has been so dreadful, I’m weirdly curious about how they attempt to tie things together with Rhodes, Orton, Pat McAfee, Jelly Roll and whomever else gets involved. Is there any way to make this better? Is it possible to even make it make sense? I don’t have an answer, but I’d be lying if I said I didn’t want to see how it shakes out.
It didn’t have to be this way. Rhodes and Orton have such a rich shared history. Pulling from that to develop an A-plus WrestleMania story would not have been overly difficult. They are both also otherworldly performers. But here we are, in a program (progrum?!) that Rhodes himself has compared to the Gobbledy Gooker and Shockmaster. The match could reach a level of so-bad-it’s-good that would make even Tommy Wiseau blush.
Chandan: Stephanie Vaquer vs. Liv Morgan. This feud has lived up to the billing as one of the more intense stories on the card. It began with a blistering, emotionally charged takedown of Morgan, as Vaquer believed she had to traverse the more difficult path to get to WWE. From there, the conflict between the “Raw” Women’s champion and the 2026 Royal Rumble winner just ramped up in intensity, including multiple brawls in and out of the ring.
Vaquer was the standout women’s wrestler of 2025, but Morgan’s disrespect has forced “La Primera” to slide into a more violent, intense side. This feud has been a throwback to old-fashioned hatred between two competitors fighting for more than a championship, to prove who is the better woman wrestler … and neither can afford to lose.
Fortenbaugh: Seth Rollins vs. Gunther. Given the incredible in-ring talent both wrestlers possess, I think this matchup has an opportunity to steal the show — even with only two weeks to build the story. Rollins is one of the WWE’s most versatile and consistent performers who’s just back from injury, and Gunther spent the past five months sending both John Cena and AJ Styles into retirement. Also, don’t discount the Paul Heyman factor. His involvement brings a level of treacherous intrigue to a showdown that could feature a wild finish.
Daddio: Jacob Fatu vs. Drew McIntyre. This feels like one of the most exciting clashes of the entire weekend. They have been feuding for months now, and McIntyre brings veteran power and big‑fight presence, and Fatu delivers raw intensity and unpredictable explosiveness. Their styles collide in a way that promises chaos, physicality and a true “fight feel.” Making this an unsanctioned match is a great stipulation for these two and that dynamic alone makes it the match I’m most looking forward to on Night 1.
The Night 2 match you are looking forward to the most is …
Hale: Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar. This has nothing to do with the quality of the match and everything to do with WWE establishing what it desperately needs: a young main event star. The buildup has been phenomenal, their respective physical presences are undeniable and Lesnar, 48, is at a stage in his career when he can pass the torch and put Femi — who’ll turn 28 just days after WrestleMania — on the fast track to becoming WWE champion. These two powerhouses should obliterate each other for as long as this match lasts, but rest assured, no outcome makes sense outside of Femi beating Lesnar. It has been a long time since WWE had a can’t-miss star on its hands, and Femi checks every single box. The WWE is at the 1-yard line and had better not fumble.
Raimondi: Six-pack ladder match. Iyo Sky vs. Asuka would have been my answer here, but unfortunately, it looks as if that match, which was so well built between two premier performers, has been shelved despite having a clear direction.
You know who doesn’t have a clear direction? Just about everyone in this ladder match. WWE has dropped the ball with Penta after a red-hot start. He should have his own story as Intercontinental champ heading into ‘Mania. With that said, I can’t complain too much. I’m a sucker for a good ladder match. And guys such as Penta, Je’Von Evans, JD McDonough and Dragon Lee are locks to do some ludicrous stuff.
Chandan: Six-pack ladder match: I agree with Marc. I love myself a good chaotic, video game match, with six wrestlers who each bring different skill sets to this ladder match. Add in some other weapons (tables?), and this could be the non-main event match that I remember most.
Some intriguing storylines heading into WrestleMania include a potential last hurrah for Mysterio, a first championship for Evans and intrigue over how the others will work together to stop Rusev … if they can. Penta and Dragon Lee have emerged as two of WWE’s biggest standouts this past year. I expect one of them to climb the ladder and unhook the Intercontinental Championship, but I’m excited to see the jaw-dropping moves on the way there.
Fortenbaugh: Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar. There is no other acceptable answer because no other match on the card — Night 1 or Night 2 — has had a better build. Lesnar, “The Beast Incarnate,” the man who ended The Undertaker’s legendary WrestleMania winning streak, is stepping into the squared circle near the end of his illustrious career against the man set to take his place as the most terrifying wrestler in the sport. Femi’s entrance and both men’s combined raw power alone makes this worth the price of admission. Think of it like this: When was the last time there was this much hype around a match with a build that featured so few words spoken by either combatant? This has been a master class in storytelling.
Daddio: “The Demon” Finn Bálor vs. Dominik Mysterio. The story is fueled by betrayal and transformation. After being turned on by Judgment Day, Bálor brings back his demon persona for the first time in years — the moment fans have been waiting for. Bálor’s alter ego instantly raises the match’s intensity and drama. The feud becomes a mentor‑vs-student showdown, as Bálor, who helped shape Dominik’s “Dirty Dom” identity, returns in his darkest form to end him.
Which champion is more likely to walk out retaining the title: Cody Rhodes or CM Punk?
Hale: CM Punk. Forget about how clunky the buildup to Rhodes vs. Orton has been for a second. Instead, consider where Rhodes is and how fans are responding to him. Before Pat McAfee’s involvement, Randy Orton had drawn a strong babyface reaction as he approached the opportunity to become a world champion for the 15th time. As much as that speaks to fans’ support of “The Viper,” it also speaks to the staleness of Rhodes as champion. It’s not Rhodes’ fault, as he desperately needs a strong contingent of heels to feed off of. Not to mention that his story is significantly more interesting chasing the title than being chased. Orton deserves another moment in the sun, which would put him third all time in WWE World Championship reigns behind Cena (17) and Ric Flair (16).
As for Roman Reigns, unless he plans to be around more often, there’s really no reason to take the title away from the more active CM Punk. Not to mention that Reigns has won his fair share of WrestleMania main events. Punk deserves to leave Las Vegas as champion with a win in the main event.
Raimondi: Probably CM Punk. It doesn’t seem as if the Rhodes-Orton program will end this weekend. Maybe it works better with Rhodes giving chase as the challenger? How’s that for a hit of copium? Punk works better as a champion for practical reasons. Reigns is never around, and the Undisputed WWE title was created because he was consistently absent while holding the other world title. Reigns will surely become champion again at some point; he remains WWE’s biggest star. Perhaps another disappointing WrestleMania will force his character to be more introspective and finally acknowledge (pun intended) the role of his family in all of his success.
Chandan: Cody Rhodes. Rhodes has generally been able to vanquish the biggest foes in his path, but despite that, he’s only 1-2 in WWE Championship matches at WrestleMania. I expect interference from Jelly Roll, Pat McAfee and others in his main event match with Randy Orton. Despite this, I expect Rhodes to be more likely to prevail and continue his championship reign.
Fortenbaugh: CM Punk, although I think he and Rhodes both go down in their respective matches. I’m not sure how Rhodes gets by this reincarnation of 2009 Randy Orton, especially now that Pat McAfee has inserted himself into the story and assured the world that he’ll never be heard from again in the world of wrestling if “The Viper” comes up short. The one thing holding me up about backing Reigns over Punk is Reigns’ penchant for inactivity. The fan base likes a fighting champion, and that’s exactly what Punk has been since claiming the throne. What happens if Reigns regains the title he lost at WrestleMania XL two years ago in Philadelphia? I’m very interested to find out.
Daddio: CM Punk. After losing at last year’s WrestleMania, this is his moment to shine in the main event against Reigns and prove why he is the “Best in the World.” Punk is a fighting champion, and Reigns is seen as a part‑timer. The only real concern is potential interference from The Bloodline, whom Punk insulted, and could cost him the title.
Which snubbed wrestler would you add to WrestleMania?
Hale: Iyo Sky. It makes absolutely no sense that arguably the best in-ring performer currently in women’s wrestling, who beat Rhea Ripley and Bianca Belair in a phenomenal triple threat at last year’s WrestleMania, is somehow left off the card. Sky has a ready-made story with Asuka that has been building for almost a year and should have culminated at WrestleMania. I don’t know how you don’t capitalize on one of the best feuds in pro wrestling that doesn’t need a world title attached. Is there any doubt that Sky vs. Asuka, with Kairi Sane’s loyalty hanging in the balance, would be a phenomenal match, have significant stakes and attract the fans’ interest?
Raimondi: Rey Fenix. Where in the world is that guy? He’s only one of the best bell-to-bell workers in the industry. There was no room for him in the ladder match? The Undertaker is doing a pretty decent job booking AAA right now; maybe he can lend some advice to the WWE creative team on how best to use one of the top luchadores in the world.
Chandan: Motor City Machine Guns. I love the skill and timing Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley bring to their matches, which is why I’m disappointed to not see them on the main cards of WrestleMania. This is now the second WrestleMania in a row that MCMG has not been able to crack the lineup.
With the “Raw” Tag Team Championship wrapped up in The Vision’s feud with the Jay and Jimmy Uso — and both teams involved in a six-man tag match — it would be nice to have the “SmackDown” Tag Team Championships defended with a few of the teams not involved in other action. The Women’s Tag Team Championship will be defended in a four-way match, and it would be nice symmetry for the “SmackDown” men to have a similar match.
Fortenbaugh: Iyo Sky, although Carmelo Hayes is a very close second place. I don’t get it. Sky is super over and I still think there’s time to get something done with Asuka before we reach the weekend. Meanwhile, Hayes vs. Trick Williams vs. Sami Zayn for the United States Championship made a ton of sense before Hayes was phased out entirely. The good news for Hayes? I have a feeling he’ll soon find himself in a program with Williams if Trick beats Sami at WrestleMania.
Daddio: Iyo Sky. Sky not being on this WrestleMania card feels like a major oversight because she brings a level of star power few women can match. She has charisma, athleticism and presence that instantly elevate any match she’s part of. I feel she is the next breakout attraction — someone WWE can build the division around for years.
Your bold WrestleMania 42 prediction is …
Hale: I’m not sure if this counts since it won’t happen at WrestleMania, but if Gunther beats Seth Rollins, the favor he wants is the opportunity to retire Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam in Minneapolis — Lesnar’s billed hometown.
Raimondi: Bron Breakker returns to help CM Punk beat Roman Reigns as a big cliffhanger heading into “Raw.”
Chandan: Paul Heyman gets involved with CM Punk and Roman Reigns … and sides with Punk.
Fortenbaugh: Danhausen gets his blimp and it flies high above the Las Vegas Strip.
Daddio: Kevin Owens makes a return, gets involved with Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton and helps Rhodes win.
One Boston Marathon was a great weather year for runners
This year’s Boston Marathon is shaping up to be a memorable one, not because of the elite runners or the amateurs, but because the weather may be a huge positive factor.
The sweet spot for runners would be temperatures in the 40s in the morning in Hopkinton and low to mid-50s at the finish line on Boylston Street, Boston. Ideally, you would have a brisk southwesterly wind pushing runners along. And we will likely come close to those conditions by Monday morning.
Has Boston ever seen a marathon with optimum weather for long-distance running?
Perhaps one of the most ideal Boston Marathons was in 2011 when a strong southwesterly wind propelled runners along the 26.2-mile course, literally with the wind at their backs. It’s no surprise that the elite men’s record was broken that year and still stands today, 15 years later, as we head into the 130th running of the marathon. Geoffrey Mutai of Kenya won the marathon in a record 2 hours, 3 minutes, 2 seconds.
2011 Boston Marathon men’s winner Geoffrey Mutai breaks the tape at the finish line.John Tlumacki/Globe Staff
Race-day weather for the 2011 Boston Marathon.Dave Epstein
This year we have had unusual heat this week before the marathon. In 2011, temperatures were more typical for the season.
Also this year, a frontal system is forecast to pass through the area Sunday night, putting an end to the unusual warmth and ushering in much cooler air as it descends south over Eastern Massachusetts from Canada.
Boston Marathon runners have the finish line in sight as they make the final yards on Boylston Street in 2011.John Tlumacki/Globe Staff
The surface map from 2011 and the predicted map for this year’s Marathon, while not identical, both show high pressure in control. The biggest difference is that this year, race day will have more of an early northwest wind, so while it will not be a headwind, it will not be as strong a tailwind as 15 years ago — which ranged from 16 mph to 20 mph. This year, wind speeds are forecast to nudge above 15 mph.
2011 Marathon Day:
A forecast surface map for the 2011 Boston Marathon showing an area of high pressure near New England.NWS/Dave Epstein
The 2026 Marathon Day forecast map:
The surface map for the 2026 Boston Marathon on Monday.NWS
Of course, we won’t know for several more days exactly how strong the winds are going to be and exactly what direction they will be coming from, but I do feel pretty confident that temperatures will be in that nearly ideal range.
Will new records be set? Time will tell.
Women elite runners, from left, Dire Tune, of Ethiopia, Caroline Kilel, of Kenya, Alice Timbilili, of Kenya, and Sharon Cherop, of Kenya, compete in the 2011 Boston Marathon on the course in Newton.
Marathon years that saw some notable weather on race day.Boston Globe
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Stephen Miller warns that Iran war could continue ‘indefinitely’
Top White House official Stephen Miller warned Iran Wednesday evening that the war could drag on “indefinitely” if the Iranian regime did not capitulate to President Donald Trump’s demands.
“This embargo is squeezing the economic life out of the Iranian regime, and the United States has the capacity to continue this indefinitely if Iran chooses the wrong path,” Miller told Fox News host Sean Hannity.
Like other Trump administration officials, Miller boasted about the strength of the U.S. military, asserting America has “all of the cards” in negotiations with the regime – pressuring it further to cease its nuclear enrichment program.
“President Trump has made clear he wants peace, he wants a deal, he wants Iran to choose the right path. But he will not allow Iran to pursue or achieve weapons, and this embargo and every other option is on the table as President Trump seeks that final, safe, secure outcome,” Miller added, pausing briefly on the word “final.”
Stephen Miller insisted a US blockage on Iranian ports would squeeze the country’s economy, further pressuring the regime to give in to the president’s demands (Fox News/Hannity)
Miller, the White House deputy chief of staff for policy and homeland security adviser, is one of the administration’s most commanding voices to reinforce the president’s agenda and threats.
Trump has said he wants to eliminate Iran as a threat to the U.S. and others by forcing the regime to end its nuclear enrichment program to prevent the country from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
But first round negotiations between the U.S. and Iran faltered, ending in no deal. After that announcement last week, Trump expressed positivity toward Iran’s proposed 10-point peace plan, calling it “workable.”
Trump initially claimed the war would last four to five weeks and has repeatedly said the US has achieved nearly all of its objectives and ‘won’ (AFP/Getty)
Yet, by Monday, the president had ordered a blockade on Iranian ports to pressure the regime into agreeing to his terms.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday that the U.S. had other plans to strain Iran’s economy further, including by imposing secondary sanctions on countries buying Iranian oil.
Pakistan is expected to host a second round of peace talks sometime in the future, though a date is unclear.
Americans are eager for the president to end the war in Iran, as surging oil prices and a shaky stock market create financial fears. A Reuters/Ipsos poll, conducted in March, found that 66 percent of respondents want the U.S. to end the war even if it means not achieving the administration’s goals.
