quote: The White House has asked the Pentagon to develop strike options against Iranian targets that could be exercised ahead of the midterms, according to two administration officials. The planning underscores just how much the president wants to reduce gas prices and demonstrate progress in the conflict before the vote, administration officials told us. #oott | Trump Might Order Another Iran Strike Before the Midterms Pentagon planners are crafting options though no final decision has been made. https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/10/trump-iran-strike-midterms/688910/