Morning Wire Iran Vows Revenge & Maduro Election Audit | Afternoon Update | 7.31.24
Jul 31, 2024
Tensions are rising as Iran vows retaliation following the assassination of a key Hamas leader, with Israel at the center of the controversy. Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain interest rates raises questions about future economic stability. Shifting gears, Nicolás Maduro demands a Supreme Court audit of Venezuela's hotly debated elections amid fierce opposition. On the corporate front, Delta Airlines grapples with significant losses from a cyber outage, while Boeing welcomes a new CEO to steer them through turbulent times.
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Iran Vows Revenge
- Iran's Supreme Leader vows revenge after Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh's assassination in Tehran.
- Hamas and Iran blame Israel, while Israel remains silent.
Trump at NABJ Convention
- Former President Trump's appearance at the National Association of Black Journalists convention sparked controversy.
- Trump defended his record with Black voters, leading to a tense exchange with the panel.
Fed Holds Interest Rates
- The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at a two-decade high.
- They aim to ensure inflation is decreasing before cutting rates, prioritizing both inflation and employment.