Published August 12, 2026 at 11:27 AM ET · Updated August 13, 2026 at 2:07 AM ET
Trump says United States controls Strait of Hormuz and intends to keep it
3 independent outlets are covering this story, first reported here by Newsmax. Verification: Confirmed (how we verify). Every headline links to the original reporting.
President Trump stated that the United States has total control over the Strait of Hormuz. He indicated the U.S. intends to retain control of the strategic waterway.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 15 hr ago, when Newsmax reported it. Coverage has since grown to 3 independent outlets, including 1 wire/mainstream feed. The most recent report came 1 hr ago from CBS News.
