Trump, Netanyahu Meet at White House | Balance of Power: Early Edition 7/28/2026

Summary

The episode covers President Trump's meetings with Ukraine's Zelenskyy and Israel's Netanyahu ahead of Senator Lindsey Graham's memorial service. Discussions focus on Ukraine military aid, a Russia sanctions bill, and Iran strategy. Markets react with falling oil prices and semiconductor weakness amid the geopolitical events.

• President Trump meets Zelenskyy and Netanyahu at the White House before Senator Graham's funeral.
• Senate expected to pass a Russia sanctions bill named after Graham.
• Ukraine requests Patriot missiles and continued military support.
• Iran conflict sees a pause in hostilities with talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
• Oil prices drop with Brent crude below $84 on perceived de-escalation.
• US stocks mixed: Dow and S&P up, Nasdaq 100 and semiconductors down sharply.
• Defense analyst discusses munitions constraints and cost-effective military strategies.
• Memorial service at National Cathedral highlights Graham's foreign policy legacy.