Event Brief
Trump compares U.S. Navy to pirates in Strait of Hormuz
Filed: May 02, 2026 at 9:03 PM ET
Summary: Trump said the U.S. Navy is like pirates while enforcing a blockade near the Strait of Hormuz and warned ships about Iran tolls.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump compared the U.S. Navy to pirates while enforcing a blockade of Iranian ports near the Strait of Hormuz and warned shipping companies of penalties.
WHEN: May 02, 2026 at 6:50 PM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: None
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