Trump Flexes Grip Over GOP | Balance of Power: Early Edition 5/20/2026

Summary

The episode covers primary election results, US-Iran tensions, the indictment of Cuba's Raúl Castro, and housing affordability. Market commentary highlights a slide in oil prices on Iran deal hopes, stocks rallying, and anticipation of Nvidia earnings. A segment with Aflac discusses AI integration in insurance.

• Primary election results show Trump's influence, with runoff races in Georgia.
• US-Iran conflict: Trump threatens further strikes while signaling possible deal; Iran warns of retaliation beyond the Middle East.
• DOJ unseals indictment against Cuba's Raúl Castro for 1996 aircraft shootdown.
• House passes housing affordability bill targeting institutional investors.
• Stocks rise, oil falls on hopes for Iran deal; Nvidia earnings awaited.
• ASML price target raised by UBS, citing memory demand and investment cycle.
• Intuit announces 17% staff cut as part of AI-focused restructuring.
• Aflac SVP discusses balancing AI efficiency with human touch in insurance claims.