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US-Iran Deal Nears But Not All Happy, Anti-Weaponization Fund Draws Scrutiny, California's Toxic Tank, It's Memorial Day

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Today on America in the Morning
Trump Says US-Iran Deal Nearing

A senior U.S. official told reporters on Sunday that a deal to end the war between Iran and the U.S. is nearing completion, although final approval could still take a few days.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.  

Firestorm Over Anti-Weaponization Fund

The US Senate will return to work one week from today, and a political firestorm will be waiting for lawmakers - A taxpayer-funded plan to offer payments to those who claim they were victims of government ‘weaponization.’ Correspondent Rich Johnson reports that idea is inspiring a lot of opposition from Democrats and a large number of Republicans.  Toxic Tank Trouble

Evacuation orders are in place for 50,000 people near a plant about 6 miles from Disneyland where a toxic chemical tank at risk of exploding.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports a number of Red Cross shelters are already set up in the area, and the local and California government are asking for Federal help.  

Who Was The Latest White House Shooter

More is being learned about a man who died after he opened fire Saturday near a White House security checkpoint, shot by Secret Service agents.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.  

Update On New Mexico Overdoses

There are new developments in a deadly overdose case in New Mexico that sickened more than a dozen first responders.   Correspondent Jennifer King reports.  

Latest Abrego Garcia Case

A judge’s new ruling involving Kilmar Abrego Garcia is not sitting well with the Trump administration.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.  

Congressional Issues Over US-Iran Talks

President Trump is saying that any deal reached with Iran must include the removal of enriched uranium and that the US blockade of Iranian ports will remain in effect until a deal is reached.  However, it does appear that both sides have agreed in principle to wind down the war, but questions still remain.  Correspondent Joe Federman in Jerusalem reports that Secretary of State Marco Rubio says nobody should be jumping to conclusions about the deal that the president is hammering out.  

It’s Memorial Day

Despite high gas prices and high food prices, it’s expected to be a record holiday travel weekend on the roads and at the airports for this Memorial Day weekend.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on what’s open and closed today, and what people are planning for the holiday.  

Details Emerging On Kyle Busch Passing

Authorities have released the 911 call regarding 41-year-old NASCAR driver Kyle Busch, the racing legend who died last week.   Correspondent Jennifer King reports just over a week ago, Busch posted his 69th career win and spoke after the race about what was to be his final NASCAR victory – audio courtesy of Fox Sports.  

South Carolina Stampede

At least 19 people were injured in a stampede at an annual motorcycle rally Sunday morning in Atlantic Beach, South Carolina. 

Website Scrubbed

The Department of Justice has removed from its website all press releases regarding arrests and convictions of people related to the January 6, 2021 riot at the US Capitol.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.

Finally  

Memorial Day is a federal holiday that is dedicated to mourning and honoring US military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports America's oldest Pearl Harbor survivor is keeping the attack's memory alive this Memorial Day weekend.

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