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Trump's 'Project Freedom'
Quick Take

Trump's 'Project Freedom'

In this Quick Take, Ian Bremmer unpacks a rapidly shifting US strategy toward Iran as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to disrupt global shipping and raise the risk of further escalation.

Cargo ships in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from northern Ras al-Khaimah, in the United Arab Emirates, on March 11, 2026.​
What We're Watching

Tehran tests Washington’s naval blockade, Spain’s leader visits China again, Ukrainian robots take back land

One day after US President Donald Trump announced that he had started a blockade of ships coming in and out of Iranian ports via the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran is already testing those US commitments.

Midterms 2026: Is a blue wave coming?
GZERO World with Ian Bremmer

Midterms 2026: Is a blue wave coming?

With the midterms just weeks away, Democrats are hoping for a blue wave, while Republicans are fighting to hold onto Congress. Amy Walter and Liam Donovan join Ian Bremmer to break down the races, the issues driving voters, and what the results could mean for Trump's presidency.