Trump Signs Iran Peace Deal Amid GOP Friction

President Donald Trump signed a preliminary peace deal with Iran during a dinner at the Palace of Versailles in France. Trump cited the need to avoid an economic catastrophe, as projections indicated global oil reserves would be depleted within four weeks. The deal sparked immediate backlash from hawkish Republicans, including Senator Bill Cassidy, who characterized the agreement as a major foreign policy blunder that provides Tehran with financial support without securing adequate nuclear restrictions.

Simultaneously, Trump is engaged in a domestic power struggle with the GOP. He has refused to sign the FISA reauthorization, conditioning his approval on the passage of a voter-identification bill. Additionally, he delayed the confirmation of Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence to provide acting director Bill Pulte more time to implement job cuts within the agency.

White House spokeswoman Olivia Wales defended the president's results and unconventional style. However, Trump has dismissed concerns from his allies and expressed indifference toward the upcoming midterm elections, asserting his authority over those offering counsel.