(Reuters) President Trump toned down recent proclamations about the Strait of Hormuz, saying it was “sort of open right now.” (Politico) “Trump administration officials have increasingly accepted that the conflict likely will still be going on in some form by the time of the midterms.” (NYT)Administration perambulation: US Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska will oppose Todd Blanche‘s nomination to become the US attorney general. (Washington Post) Trump announced more tariffs, this time against inexpensive products made with polysilicon, such as solar panels. (City Cast DC)• A Maryland state senator struck a parked vehicle and parked on a tree.