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E2039: Kash Patel's Confirmation Stalled
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Senator Richard Durbin has accused Kash Patel, President Trump’s FBI director nominee, of orchestrating firings at the bureau and potentially lying during his confirmation hearing. In a letter to the Justice Department's inspector general, Durbin called for an investigation into Patel’s alleged actions and raised concerns ahead of the committee's vote.
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Senator Richard Durbin has accused Kash Patel, President Trump’s FBI director nominee, of orchestrating firings at the bureau and potentially lying during his confirmation hearing. In a letter to the Justice Department's inspector general, Durbin called for an investigation into Patel’s alleged actions and raised concerns ahead of the committee's vote.
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The Trump administration may accept a $400M luxury Boeing 747-8 from Qatar's royal family to use as Air Force One, later transferring it to Trump's presidential library. Legal reviews state the gift is permissible under U.S. law. Modifications for Air Force One use are reportedly underway.

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House Republicans passed a rule blocking Democrats from investigating Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s use of Signal to discuss military ops in Yemen. Hegseth allegedly shared sensitive details in group chats, including with family. A vote on the matter is now delayed.

1 E2078: Border Security: Lessons from the Trump Era 4/29/25 1:09:57
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President Trump proved you can secure the border with willpower. Illegal crossings hit record lows, shelters closed, and cartels struggle. Daily encounters dropped from 10,000 under Biden to 178. No new laws or big spending needed. What do you think? Share your thoughts!

1 E2077: Trump Gives Putin-Zelenskyy Two Weeks! 4/28/25 1:08:59
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President Trump aims to end the Russia-Ukraine war in "two weeks or less," after meeting Zelenskyy in Rome during the Pope’s funeral. He expressed disappointment over continued Russian attacks despite urging Putin to halt strikes during negotiations. "We’ll see what happens," he said.

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