The US economy is navigating a complex landscape marked by rising inflation, a cooling housing market, and delays in financial regulation. Gas prices are once again on the rise, nearing $4 a gallon, a trend largely attributed to the collapse of President Trump's Iran deal and renewed conflict. This surge in fuel costs is complicating Republican efforts to address voter concerns about inflation ahead of the midterms. Separately, a survey indicated that host cities for the 2026 World Cup...