27 Mar 2026
14m

Trump Cabinet, DHS Funding, CPAC, Trump and Iran

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Up First from NPR

The podcast covers several developing news stories, primarily focusing on the resolution of a 42-day standoff regarding the Department of Homeland Security funding. The agreement reached in the Senate funds most of DHS but excludes additional money for ICE and Border Patrol, leading to debate over whether Democrats achieved their goals of changing immigration enforcement tactics. The conversation then shifts to President Trump's handling of the conflict with Iran, including extended deadlines and indirect talks facilitated by Pakistan. Finally, the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) is discussed, noting Trump's absence and the division among his base regarding the ongoing conflict with Iran, despite overall Republican support for Trump's approach.

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