The First Quarter of 2026 did not fail to turn heads and raise eyebrows. From the Supreme Court ruling that struck down President Trump’s 2025 tariff plans, to the ongoing conflict in Iran, the American people remain visionless about the future. On April 7, 2026, Iran and the U.S. agreed to a conditional two-week ceasefire and opening of the Strait of Hormuz, a trade route that affects nearly 20% of global oil consumption.