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Iran is leveraging its frozen assets as a bargaining chip in negotiations with the U.S., underscoring the high-stakes game surrounding its relationship with Trump. Meanwhile, the fallout from Matthew Perry's tragic death continues, with his former assistant sentenced for administering a fatal dose, highlighting the darker side of celebrity culture. On the political front, tensions are palpable as Trump threatens military action over the Strait of Hormuz, and Mike Pence reveals a growing distance in their once-close relationship, signaling a potential rift in the GOP as election season heats up.

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KFF’s Chief Executive to Retire

Drew Altman, the CEO of KFF, will retire at the end of the year after successfully elevating the organization to a prominent position in U.S. health policy research.

May 27, 2026