Best Terror And Tacos Podcasts (2025)

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Musk’s farewell, new ceasefire deal in Gaza, Taylor Swift buys back catalog & more 6:44

3h ago6:44

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We begin with Elon Musk's last official day in the federal government. We’ll tell you what’s in the new US-backed ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. The DOJ has made a controversial decision on Boeing’s criminal case. There’s a tornado watch in the Eastern US. Plus, Taylor Swifts ends the ownership saga of her music catalog. Learn more about …

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US-China tensions, visa vetting, Biden cancer update & more 6:35

3h ago6:35

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President Donald Trump blasted China on social media, driving US stocks in the red. There may be additional visa vetting for people that visit Harvard from abroad. Former President Joe Biden struck an optimistic tone about his cancer diagnosis. We’ll tell you about a deadly flooding disaster in Nigeria. Plus, Sean "Diddy" Combs’ longtime archrival,…

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Americans spend less, trans athlete speaks out, candy recall & more 6:53

17m ago6:53

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We start with the Supreme Court's latest ruling on the fate of a Biden era immigration program. We tell you why Americans are spending less and what it means for the economy. We hear from the high school student at the center of a funding controversy over trans athletes in sports. The suspect in Monday’s car ramming in Liverpool has appeared in cou…

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Israel given ultimatum, Russell Brand enters plea, Sydney Sweeney’s bathwater & more 6:44

6h ago6:44

6:44

France says Israel could face a tougher stance from the European Union if humanitarian conditions in Gaza don’t improve. Immigration pressures are reportedly putting a strain on US law enforcement. A heatwave and wildfires are likely to cause problems in the US this weekend. Actor and comedian Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to rape and sexual…

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Friday, May 30th, 2025 - Tariff whiplash - again; Chinese student visas revoked; Paramount lawsuit; HHS cuts bird flu vax funds; Musk is out 9:33

17h ago9:33

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Today’s Headlines: The US Court of International Trade ruled that President Trump exceeded his authority by imposing global tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, canceling most tariffs—only for the appeals court to reinstate them during the ongoing appeal. Meanwhile, ASEAN countries agreed to protect each other’s economies …

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Tariff whiplash, Canada wildfires, spelling bee success & more 6:41

4h ago6:41

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We’ll talk through where things stand with tariffs after a whirlwind week. Canadian wildfires are starting to send harmful smoke across the border. Investigators think a migrant accused of threatening President Donald Trump might have been framed. A NYC police detective is being questioned in relation to a bizarre crypto currency kidnapping and tor…

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Tariffs unblocked, Trump meets Fed chief, Israel accepts ceasefire proposal & more 6:48

21h ago6:48

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President Donald Trump’s tariffs have been reinstated – for now. The president met with the Federal Reserve chairman for the first time in his second term. We’ll tell you where the latest round of Gaza ceasefire negotiations stands. Authorities are offering rewards to capture escaped inmates. Plus, we have details on a partial glacier collapse that…

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Harvard hearing, West Bank settlement expansion, town’s relocating perk & more 6:48

1d ago6:48

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We begin with a federal judge’s order on Harvard University’s student visa program. Israel is making major moves in the occupied West Bank as the country signs off on the latest Gaza ceasefire proposal. The Supreme Court delivered a blow to environmentalists on infrastructure projects. The Trump administration is preventing some companies from doin…

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Harvard commencement, wine company’s tariff triumph, NBA finals contenders & more 6:51

1d ago6:51

6:51

Celebrations at Harvard University’s commencement ceremony are being overshadowed by a legal battle over international students. We’ll tell you how a family-run wine company went head-to-head with the Trump administration and won. Home sellers now outnumber buyers by the largest margin in years. The American flag has been raised at the US ambassado…

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Tariff ruling uncertainty, Ukraine’s ‘drone wall,’ sparkly name crackdown & more 6:42

1d ago6:42

6:42

A recent court ruling blocking most of President Donald Trump’s tariffs is causing uncertainty. Ukraine is scrambling to set up drone defenses. A Mississippi city has issued a curfew after a college football player was killed in a shooting. Plus, we'll tell you why Japan is putting a stop to baby names like Pikachu. Learn more about your ad choices…

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Ep422 Kansas City Crimes 1:32:10

1d ago1:32:10

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This week, the gals jump on 35 to head down to a Midwest metropolis. Topics include an architect’s worst nightmare, a fallopian flag, and some super sadistic Polaroid evidence. Pick up a bottle or two from Amigoni Urban Winery, do not enter that dancing contest, and tune in for Kansas City Crimes. For a full list of show sponsors, visit https://win…

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Thursday, May 29th, 2025 - “TACO Trade”; Sketchy pardons update; Fannie and Freddie go public; ICE pressure; Tate bros charged in the UK 6:34

1d ago6:34

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Today’s Headlines: Trump dismissed Wall Street's new "TACO trade" nickname — Trump Always Chickens Out — used by investors profiting off his tariff tweets, calling it “the nastiest question.” Meanwhile, he continued his pardon/commutation spree, finalizing the Chrisley’s as well as to a corrupt Virginia sheriff, ex-Rep. Michael Grimm, a convicted g…

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Court blocks tariffs, Musk leaves DOGE, billion-dollar beauty deal & more 6:37

1d ago6:37

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A federal court has blocked the bulk of President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Elon Musk says he’s leaving the Trump administration. The Secretary of State says the US will revoke Chinese students' visas. A UN warehouse in Gaza has been stormed by desperate Palestinians. Plus, we’ll tell you which celebrity beauty brand has been bought for a huge sum. L…

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Deadline for Russia, ‘TACO’ trade, Tate brothers charged & more 6:45

2d ago6:45

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At a WH swearing-in ceremony, President Donald Trump addressed foreign policy, pardons, and other issues. The President also doubled down on his attacks against Harvard University. Investors are learning to take Trump’s words with a grain of salt – and a bit of salsa, too. We explain why Sean “Diddy” Combs’ lawyers asked for a mistrial. Plus, the T…

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Visa restrictions policy, South Sudan deportations, Terry Bradshaw’s comments & more 6:24

2d ago6:24

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We start with the State Department’s new policy to restrict some US visas. A federal judge has ruled over whether DOGE can access sensitive treasury payment systems. We’ll tell you about the latest controversial immigration policy that the Trump administration is appealing to SCOTUS. Two Democrats are putting their congressional winning experience …

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Hamas leader killed, international students targeted, Missouri abortions cancelled & more 6:47

2d ago6:47

6:47

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that Hamas’ de facto leader has been killed by an airstrike in Gaza. The US is pausing new student visa interviews, as Harvard faces a federal legal fight over its international student program. Planned Parenthood has cancelled all abortions in Missouri, following a state Supreme Court ruling. Trump Me…

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Gaza’s grim milestone, Musk criticizes Trump’s bill, sperm donor’s cancer gene & more 6:32

3d ago6:32

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We'll tell you how former hostages and families are marking 600 days of war in Gaza. Elon Musk says President Donald Trump’s bill will undermine his work. ICE have made 40 arrests in Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. We’ll tell you why prosecutors in Brazil are suing a Chinese electric vehicle giant. Plus, a sperm donor who helped conceive dozens of…

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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025 - Trump vs. Putin & Netanyahu; King Charles speech; Sketchy pardons; RFK Jr.’s vax rollback; Student visa freeze 8:11

3d ago8:11

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Today’s Headlines: Tensions appear to be rising between Trump and Putin, with Trump acknowledging for the first time that Putin may not want peace in Ukraine. Trump warned that Putin is “playing with fire,” prompting a veiled threat from a top Russian official referencing World War III. Meanwhile, Trump reportedly warned Israeli PM Netanyahu not to…

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Deadly Gaza aid chaos, Starship spins out, reality couple pardoned & more 6:48

3d ago6:48

6:48

Palestinian health authorities say one person was killed after chaos at an aid delivery site in Gaza. President Donald Trump warned Russian leader Vladimir Putin he’s “playing with fire.” Another SpaceX launch didn’t go to plan. Trump has pardoned a couple from reality TV. Plus, a report found global temperatures are going to stay high in the comin…

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Student visa appointments paused, King Charles’ speech, chaos in Gaza & more 6:52

3d ago6:52

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We start with the latest move from the Trump administration that could deter international student from studying in the US. We highlight three high-profile cases the FBI plans to further investigate. King Charles III gave a significant speech in Canada’s parliament following President Donald Trump’s annexation threats. Chaos erupted on the first da…

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Covid-19 shot recommendations change, Trump weighs Russia sanctions, ancient discovery & more 6:46

3d ago6:46

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RFK Jr. announced changes to the CDC’s immunization schedule. President Donald Trump vented frustrations at Russia’s president on social media. Tesla has a Europe problem. The search is on for another inmate who escaped prison. And, we’ll tell you what a group of scientists unearthed that dates back thousands of years. Learn more about your ad choi…

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Optimistic Americans, NPR sues, airline’s new bag charges & more 6:30

3d ago6:30

6:30

People in the US are feeling better about the economy. We’ll look ahead to the Supreme Court’s final weeks of session. NPR has filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration over attempts to cut its funding. Week three of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial is underway with a former employee on the stand. Plus, we’ll tell you how much it’s going to cost to…

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Harvard contracts threatened, Philadelphia park shooting, Chinese factory explosion & more 6:10

3d ago6:10

6:10

The Trump administration is expected to tell federal agencies to cancel their contracts with Harvard University. It’s a big week for the economy - we’ll tell you about some key data coming out. At least two people were killed in a shooting in Philadelphia. Rescue operations are underway after a blast at a chemical plant in China. Plus, we’ll tell y…

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Tuesday, May 27th, 2025 - Harvard lawsuit; Big bill’s hidden clause; Tel Aviv fire bomb plot; Tariff war back on; Qatar jet; Military parade & more 9:43

4d ago9:43

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Today’s Headlines: Over Memorial Day weekend, a judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s move to bar Harvard from admitting international students, after the school sued over sweeping demands for protest-related records involving 7,000 students. Another judge struck down Trump’s executive order targeting the law firm Jenner & Block, cit…

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Russia facing pressure, more inmates captured, trailblazing politician dies & more 6:49

3d ago6:49

6:49

After a weekend of record-breaking attacks on Ukraine, Russia is facing pressure from the US and Europe. Israel’s military is preparing for an “unprecedented attack” on Gaza. Another three New Orleans escapees have been captured, leaving two more on the run. Dozens of people were injured after an incident at a parade celebrating Liverpool Football …

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Memorial Day prices, WWII soldiers returned, future of the penny & more 6:58

5d ago6:58

6:58

As President Donald Trump said he’s delaying some tariffs, we’ll tell you how the duties could make some of your Memorial Day event shopping more expensive. House Speaker Mike Johnson has been defending Trump’s domestic policy bill as it faces concerns in the Senate. A doctor in Gaza has lost 9 of her 10 children in a strike. The bodies of four Wor…

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Ep77 Gossip at the Corpse Cart 2:06:52

4d ago2:06:52

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This month, the gals are visited by Cassidy Liston from Drinking the Koolaid Podcast to discuss gull shrieking, mystery man meats, angel eggs, red-wing red flags, crystal-encrusted corpses, and a suspiciously bound book. Tune in for May’s episode of Gossip at the Corpse Cart! For a full list of show sponsors, visit https://wineandcrimepodcast.com/s…

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Trump criticizes Putin, EU tariff delay, cryptocurrency kidnapping charges & more 6:40

5d ago6:40

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President Donald Trump says he’s not happy with Russian President Vladimir Putin after a weekend of strikes on Ukraine. Meanwhile, Trump says he’s delaying a 50% tariff on goods from the European Union. A new controversial aid group is set to start delivering help to people in Gaza. A cryptocurrency investor has been charged with kidnapping a man. …

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One Thing: ‘Total Disaster’: Why Some Fear Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful’ Bill 24:59

6d ago24:59

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The House passed President Donald Trump’s sweeping domestic policy bill on Thursday, despite divisions within the GOP. We break down what’s in it and hear from a Medicaid recipient who is worried she could lose coverage at the worst possible time. Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895. Learn…

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5 Good Things: Kermit the Frog’s Advice to 2025 Grads 16:51

6d ago16:51

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“The Office” star teamed up with a nonprofit to offer free prom tickets to students impacted by the Eaton fire in Los Angeles. Kermit the Frog delivered a commencement speech at the University of Maryland. With months to live, this man is hitting the road to give back in all 50 states. A mini pony escaped from a rescue farm, and where she ended up …

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Nippon-US Steel merger, Germany’s knife attack, Billy Joel cancels tour & more 6:53

7d ago6:53

6:53

President Donald Trump has greenlit a controversial deal blocked by former President Joe Biden. A fifth round of high-stakes nuclear talks between the US and Iran ended with limited progress. Several people are seriously injured in a knife attack in Germany. Police arrested a sixth suspected accomplice in a New Orleans jail break. Plus, we’ll expla…

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Ban against Harvard paused, stocks tumble, new AI model & more 6:45

7d ago6:45

6:45

Harvard University is getting temporary relief from the Trump administration’s enrollment ban. Investors have a trade problem to worry about again. A record number of Americans are applying to start a new life across the pond. We’ll tell you how Mahmoud Khalil’s attempt to stop his deportation went in court. And, artificial intelligence may be one …

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Harvard University sues, Apple tariff warning, major prisoner swap & more 6:41

7d ago6:41

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Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration as it fights to keep international students. President Donald Trump is threatening Apple over its iPhone production. Ukraine and Russia are exchanging hundreds of prisoners. There’s been another arrest over that New Orlean’s jail break. Plus, Trump says an African American hist…

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Nuclear talks, Trump’s bill faces Senate pushback, rare storm & more 6:47

8d ago6:47

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The US and Iran are meeting for nuclear talks, but their messaging beforehand didn’t match up. President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill" is facing resistance in the Senate. More details are emerging about yesterday’s plane crash in San Diego. Trump's Oval Office photo evidence is being debunked. Plus, we’ll tell you where a rare May storm will…

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Friday, May 23rd, 2025 - D.C. shooting; Hamas motive; ‘Beautiful’ bill passed; Harvard ban; NOAA forecast; FDA limits vax access; Trump’s crypto dinner 10:19

8d ago10:19

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Today’s Headlines: On Wednesday night, a shooting outside the Capitol Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. left two dead following a multifaith event focused on Gaza. The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, reportedly told attendees he acted “for Palestine” before being arrested. The DOJ is weighing terrorism and hate crime charges. Separately, newly revealed H…

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University battles heat up, Iran not hopeful, Memorial Day travel & more 6:46

8d ago6:46

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The Trump administration is hitting out at elite Universities in the US again. Iranian officials aren’t feeling optimistic ahead of talks with the US. There’s good news and bad news for your travel plans over Memorial Day weekend. The deadline for government autism research appears to have moved. Plus, Germany is doing something it hasn’t done sinc…

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Trump-Harvard fight escalates, DC shooting suspect, rising mortgage rates & more 6:57

8d ago6:57

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The Trump administration’s feud with Harvard University is impacting international students. We have new information on a fiery, business jet crash in a San Diego neighborhood. The man suspected of killing two Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington DC appeared in court. A critical hearing over a motion to stop Mahmoud Khalil’s deportation is underw…

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Supreme Court deadlock, Kid Cudi testimony, no more pennies & more 6:38

8d ago6:38

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A high-profile challenge over the nation’s first religious charter school is left in place – for now. The first “Make American Healthy Again” report tackles chronic disease in children. NOAA has released its hurricane forecast for 2025. Rapper Kid Cudi took the stand in the trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Plus, the US Treasury's plan to kill the penny…

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San Diego plane crash, Gaza aid, lesbian legal battle & more 6:42

8d ago6:42

6:42

We start with reactions to the tragic shooting of two Israeli embassy workers in Washington, DC. Aid has been delivered to Gaza, but UN officials say its not enough. A business jet crash in San Diego left multiple casualties. The US bond market responds to Trump’s tax cut bill. And, we tell you why some lesbian moms in Italy are celebrating today. …

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House passes Trump’s bill, Workday AI lawsuit, legend fights again & more 6:47

9d ago6:47

6:47

In a victory for Speaker Mike Johnson, the House has passed President Donald Trump’s domestic policy bill. We’re learning more details about the shooting that killed two Israeli embassy staffers. A Columbia University student has a key immigration hearing today. HR software company Workday is being sued over its job applicant screening. Plus, a box…

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Ep421 Legal Loopholes 2:00:57

8d ago2:00:57

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This week, the gals examine some weird workarounds in the justice system. Topics include a cannibal lit major, public nudity, and some major dating app oversights. Get your hands on some California champagne, check your local offender registry, and tune in for Legal Loopholes. For a full list of show sponsors, visit https://wineandcrimepodcast.com/…

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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 - VA Rep Connolly dies; Trump-Ramaphosa meeting; DOJ investigates Cuomo and more 7:48

9d ago7:48

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Today’s Headlines: Representative Gerry Connolly of Virginia passed away at 75 from esophageal cancer, just weeks after announcing he would not seek re-election and being named the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee. Meanwhile, President Trump hosted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, derailing trade discussions by screening a vide…

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Embassy staffers shot, ‘gold card’ visas, band member terror charge & more 6:48

9d ago6:48

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Two Israeli embassy workers have been killed in a shooting in Washington, DC. House lawmakers have been debating President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” all night and a vote is expected soon. Wealthy foreign nationals may soon be able to register for Trump’s “gold card” visa. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he’ll hold monthly prayer meet…

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Tax bill impasse, Qatar’s luxury jet accepted, 'tush push’ allowed & more 6:30

9d ago6:30

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President Donald Trump has met with key GOP holdouts to work through major roadblocks to pass his agenda. We have new developments on the plane from Qatar that raised ethical and legal questions for the White House. We’ll break down the latest ruling on Trump’s deportation flights. The FDA is cracking down on off-brand Ozempic products. Plus, the N…

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