CNN 5 Things Trump’s bill race, Andrew Cuomo investigation, ‘Golden Dome’ plans & more
May 21, 2025
House Republicans are racing to push through Trump's domestic policy bill, despite some tensions. In international news, South Africa's president visits the U.S. to smooth over relations. Meanwhile, Andrew Cuomo faces a Justice Department investigation related to his pandemic response. The podcast also covers the aftermath of multiple tornadoes in the Southeastern U.S. Finally, there's a curious discussion about Trump’s ambitious plans for a ‘Golden Dome.’
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Late-Night Congressional Hustle
- House Republicans rush to pass Trump's tax and spending bill with late-night committee meetings.
- Democrats criticize the timing as an attempt to avoid transparent debate.
South Africa-U.S. Tensions Over Land
- South Africa's President Ramaphosa disputes claims of white South Africans being persecuted or genocide occurring.
- The U.S. criticizes South Africa's land redistribution law affecting white-owned farmland.
Cuomo’s Federal Investigation
- The Justice Department is investigating Andrew Cuomo for allegedly lying about COVID-19 response.
- Cuomo denies wrongdoing and accuses the DOJ of election interference.