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Trump Claims Hormuz is 'Open For Business' | Balance of Power: Late Edition 04/17/2026

Apr 17, 2026Center

"Balance of Power: Late Edition" focuses on the intersection of politics and global business. On today's show, Representative Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) shares his disbelief when discussing President Trump saying the Strait of Hormuz is open. Neil Bradley, US Chamber of Commerce Executive Vice President, talks about the impact the Middle East conflict is…

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