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CiVL News: Apr 24, 2026, 1:05 PM PDT -- Shoplifting Chic, Iran's Tanker Wars, and the Bible on Trial

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Here's your latest episode from the Reason Magazine CiVL News Roundup produced by CiVL.com.

This episode covers an indefinite ceasefire in the Persian Gulf, a Defense Secretary's attempt to discipline a senator, and a pastor facing charges for preaching near an abortion clinic. It also discusses a Michael Jackson biopic, a debate on shoplifting, and the reauthorization of a surveillance law.

• The US-Iran ceasefire continues indefinitely after its scheduled expiration, with no direct hostilities but ongoing naval incidents.

• President Trump ordered the US Navy to "shoot and kill any boat, small boats" in the Strait of Hormuz if they are suspected of laying mines.

• Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth seeks to discipline Senator Mark Kelly for a video reminding military personnel to refuse illegal orders.

• The Found ... 

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Shoplifting ChicIran's Tanker Warsthe Bible on Trial
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