28 Mar 2026
14m

Iran War, TSA Funding, No Kings Marches

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Up First from NPR

Tensions surrounding the war with Iran are escalating as the conflict enters its second month. Recent events include Iranian strikes on a Saudi military base injuring U.S. troops, retaliatory strikes by Israel on Iranian infrastructure, and the involvement of Iranian-backed Houthi militants who fired missiles at Israel. Public disapproval of the war is growing, with a Reuters-Ipsos poll indicating that 61% of respondents actively disapprove. Trump's approval rating is also declining, influenced by rising energy and food prices. Domestically, a deal on funding for the Department of Homeland Security stalled in Congress due to disagreements over ICE and Border Patrol funding, and unrelated demands from Trump. Meanwhile, "No Kings" protests are occurring across the U.S. against the Trump administration, addressing issues such as immigration policies and military actions.

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