National political battles: Trump pushes $350B military bill & voter ID; GOP infighting; Iran breakthrough; Dem fractures
Key Questions
What is Trump demanding from Congress?
Trump is pushing for passage of a $350 billion military bill and voter ID law while attacking senators Murkowski and Tillis. He also announced a breakthrough in the Iran deal.
What legal challenges are occurring over voting?
23 states are suing to block a USPS mail-in ballot order. A judge issued a ruling against Trump in a Jan. 6 case.
How are protests responding to ICE actions in Charlotte?
About 75 people gathered in Uptown Charlotte to mourn two men fatally shot by ICE and oppose a new NC detention facility. Charlotte Museum of History postponed a naturalization ceremony due to raid fears.
What divisions exist within the Democratic Party?
NY progressive primaries highlight fractures over Israel. NC Democrats Foushee and Ross voted to cut aid to Israel amid escalating party infighting.
What threats has Trump made regarding media?
Trump threatened journalist Maggie Haberman over her health reporting. He also warned of escalating the Iran conflict into a larger war.
Trump demands GOP pass $350B military bill and voter ID law; attacks Murkowski and Tillis. 23 states sue to block USPS mail-in ballot order. Trump announces Iran deal breakthrough. NY progressive primaries show Dem fractures over Israel. Massie Israel Aid Amendment blocked. Democratic infighting escalates. Charlotte Museum of History postpones naturalization ceremony due to ICE raid fears. Trump threatens journalist Maggie Haberman over health reporting. Judge Cooper lands bruising blow on Trump in Jan. 6 ruling, setting record straight. Charlotte residents rally for three men killed by ICE in one week, demanding justice. Protestors rally in Uptown Charlotte after two deadly ICE shootings. NC Dems Foushee and Ross vote to cut aid to Israel. Trump threatens to blow up Iran war into bigger conflict, escalating geopolitical tensions. New: Uptown vigil protests ICE killings and planned NC detention facility.