Record-breaking DHS shutdown ends. And, May Day protests to draw crowds nationwide
The longest shutdown in Department of Homeland Security history ended after the House voted to fund most of the agency, excluding certain immigration enforcement divisions. The Trump administration has not sought congressional authorization for its military actions related to Iran, despite a legal deadline, as tensions persist over blockades in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, President Trump has nominated Dr. Nicole Saphier as the new surgeon general, a pick seen as more aligned with Republican lawmakers' expectations.
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LISTEN & FOLLOW NPR App Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio YouTube Music RSS link Record-breaking DHS shutdown ends. And, May Day protests to draw crowds nationwide May 1, 20267:44 AM ET By Brittney Melton Stalemate In The Strait Of Hormuz, DHS Shutdown Ends, Trump's Surgeon General Nominee Listen · 13:27 13:27 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/g-s1-119694/nx-s1-mx-5807083-1" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day.
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