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US Senate Reconciliation Package and Trump's Iran Stance
The US Senate is preparing a reconciliation package that includes immigration enforcement funding, amid warnings from President Trump about the ticking clock on Iran. Sen. Lindsey Graham defended Trump’s remarks as his 'Churchill moment' despite financial challenges.
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The Hill
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on Sunday defended President Trump’s controversial affordability remarks, describing his stance on the Iran war as his “Churchill moment” in spite of the financial hurdles posed by Americans. “That's his Churchill moment. When Churchill came into power, he promised ‘blo
2026-05-18 13:03 UTC
The Hill
The fight over immigration enforcement funding will take center stage in Washington this week ahead of a scheduled Memorial Day recess. Lawmakers are also racing to meet a June 1 deadline set by President Trump. One piece of the legislation that needs to be reworked is funding for the White House ba
2026-05-18 13:03 UTC