Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell resigns after sexual assault allegations, the U.S. and Iran blockade the Strait of Hormuz sending oil prices to $100 a barrel, and President Trump attacks Pope Leo for opposing the Iran war while posting a controversial Jesus-like image of himself. Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress after four women accused him of sexual assault and misconduct, losing gubernatorial endorsements and facing expulsion threats from House lawmakers. The U.S. Navy blockade of Iranian ports combined with Iran's strait closure has halted nearly all oil shipping, with global prices surging to $100 a barrel and affecting economies worldwide.