Trump’s Controversial Pick to Oversee U.S. Intelligence, and a Surge in Preventable Diseases
The US and Iran are continuing to negotiate a potential agreement, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio offering a murky timeline for a deal. The negotiations have been slowed down by an inefficient process, with messages being passed through intermediaries, and changes to the text of the agreement. The US has also been dealing with other issues, including a surge in preventable diseases and controversy over President Trump's picks for key positions.
- ▪Secretary of State Marco Rubio sparred with Democratic senators over the war in Iran and the timeline for a potential deal.
- ▪The US and Iran are negotiating an agreement that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz, among other things.
- ▪President Trump's pick for director of National Intelligence, Bill Pulte, has been denounced by Democrats due to his lack of experience in intelligence, defense, or national security.
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transcriptBack to The Headlinesbars0:00/9:44-9:44transcriptTrump’s Controversial Pick to Oversee U.S. Intelligence, and a Surge in Preventable DiseasesPlus, how Marcia Lucas was “the heart” behind “Star Wars.”2026-06-03T06:00:11-04:00This transcript was created using speech recognition software. While it has been reviewed by human transcribers, it may contain errors. Please review the episode audio before quoting from this transcript and email [email protected] with any questions.tracy mumfordFrom “The New York Times,” it’s “The Headlines.” I’m Tracy Mumford. Today is Wednesday, June 3. Here’s what we’re covering.secretary of state marco rubioJust to get to where they were —senator cory bookerSir, you keep telling us how we’re winning this war.
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