White House delays permanent CDC director pick  Axios Trump to Delay Nominating New C.D.C. Director  The New York Times CDC’s acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment  CBS News A leadership vacuum adds to strains on the CDC  NPR Trump administration adds State Health Officer Dr. Dan Edney to short list of nominees for CDC…

Trump says Iran ‘afraid’ to admit to talks as Tehran rejects reports of dialogue  BBC Middle East crisis live: Trump insists Iran wants a deal despite initial rejection; China sees ‘glimmer of hope’ for talks  The Guardian Live updates: Trump insists Tehran wants a deal; Iran and Israel exchange new strikes  NBC News Trump Says He’s Talking With…

ICE Agents at Some Airports Begin Checking IDs in Security Lines  The New York Times Opinion | Trump asked these ICE agents to remove their masks — and destroyed a GOP talking point  MS NOW ICE agents have been deployed to airports. Are the polls next?  CNN Why do ICE agents get paid during the partial government shutdown,…

Republicans in Congress Fret Over Trump Administration’s Handling of Iran War  The New York Times GOP lawmakers vent frustration over Trump administration’s lack of info on Iran war  CNN Top Republican attacks Pentagon for not providing details on Iran  Politico Iran live updates: Trump says Iran negotiating, claims leaders ‘afraid’ to be killed  abcnews.com Tensions flare during Iran briefing…

Houston airport has become a symbol for the shutdown’s impacts on air travel  AP News Houston’s Bush Airport has had some of the worst TSA wait times. Here’s why  CNN Trump news at a glance: administration official warns of ‘dire situation’ at US airports ahead of World Cup  The Guardian U.S. airports changing arrival time guidance for travelers…