Interest rates unlikely to change and Sabrina Carpenter album sparks debate: Morning Rundown

Experts say the attacks on Iran are unlikely to lead to a regime change.

Experts say the attacks on Iran are unlikely to lead to a regime change. The Federal Reserve will decide whether to change interest rates or keep them the same. And pop star Sabrina Carpenter’s new album cover sparks scrutiny and debate.

Here’s what to know today.

President Donald Trump is considering options including a possible U.S. strike on Iran, multiple current and former administration officials said after he met yesterday with his national security team in the White House Situation Room to discuss the conflict between Israel and Iran. Trump also called on Iran to surrender unconditionally and appeared to show solidarity with Israel in posts on social media/ “We now have complete and total control of the skies over Iran,” one read, referring to the U.S. and Israel.

This is Morning Rundown, a weekday newsletter to start your day. Sign up here to get it in your inbox.

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his country’s assault could trigger the collapse of the Iranian regime and open the door to a popular uprising. But scholars who study Iran, as well as former U.S. and Israeli officials, say that scenario is unlikely.