It may have been in California, but Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA)'s removal from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's press conference sent shockwaves throughout Washington, after the Senator was forced out of the room and handcuffed by ICE agents. Though the Senator was let go after agents heard him identify himself, the incident has deepened divisions on Capitol Hill. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram breaks down both parties' perspectives on the situation, and discusses updates on the rescissions package and “one big, beautiful bill”.

Later, The Chairman of the Republican National Committee, Michael Whatley, discusses key gubernatorial races coming up in New Jersey and Virginia, and how they could set the stage for the 2026 midterm elections.

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From Washington: Sen. Padilla Incident Creates More Capitol Hill Divide