CNN 5 Things 12 hour mega bill meeting, US pauses weapons to Ukraine, no driving bullies & more
Jul 2, 2025
A House committee took an astonishing 12 hours to pass a highly debated bill, raising concerns about national debt. Tensions in the Middle East are easing, with President Trump hinting at a potential ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. Meanwhile, the U.S. has paused some arms shipments to Ukraine. In a surprising twist, Tennessee may soon revoke driving privileges for minors caught bullying, sparking discussions around the effectiveness of such laws.
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Division Over Spending Package
- Conservative congressmen criticized the Senate's version of the spending package, calling it a bailout.
- This created division even within the Republican party over national debt concerns.
Conflicting Ceasefire Claims
- President Trump claims Israel agreed to ceasefire conditions in Gaza, but Israeli sources deny approval.
- Qatar submitted a new ceasefire proposal based on the U.S. plan including hostage exchanges and a temporary truce.
U.S. Pauses Some Ukraine Aid
- The Trump administration paused some weapon shipments to Ukraine after reviewing military spending.
- This includes air defense missiles despite Ukraine's urgent requests amid heavy Russian air attacks.