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NPR News: 04-12-2026 9PM EDT

April 13, 2026·4 min·3-min readnews briefnews
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  • Rep. Eric Swalwell suspends his campaign for California governor amid sexual assault allegations, which he denies.
  • President Trump announces a U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, set to begin tomorrow, following failed peace talks with Iran and Pakistan.
  • CENTCOM confirms U.S.

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