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Friday, May 1st, 2026

Today, Republicans cave and pass a bill funding DHS without ICE and CBP; Louisiana has suspended its House primary elections saying the Supreme Court said their map isn’t racist enough; Kegseth got caught lying to Congress - but don’t worry i’m sure nothing will happen; an appeals court has refused to re-hear the $83.3M E. Jean Carroll verdict; Trump’s illegal war of choice in Iran turns 60 days old today and we’ll talk about why that’s important; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.

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Guest: John Fugelsang
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Stories
As Iran war nears key 60-day deadline, Congress and Trump face choices on next steps | CBS News

Hegseth and Democrats Spar Over Iran in His First Testimony Since War Began | The New York Times

Louisiana will delay House primaries after Supreme Court redistricting ruling | NBC News

Federal court won't rehear Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll's $83 million defamation verdict against him | NBC News

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