CNN 5 Things Ceasefire next steps, National Guard court cases, IRS furloughs & more
Oct 9, 2025
The Israeli government is voting on a crucial first-phase ceasefire in Gaza. Legal battles are underway regarding the President's authority to deploy National Guard troops. The IRS faces furloughs due to government shutdown impacts, risking tax processing delays. In Senate news, lawmakers back strikes on suspected drug trafficking boats, raising questions about presidential claims. Additionally, a powerful nor’easter is expected to bring severe weather from Florida to New Jersey this weekend.
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First-Phase Ceasefire Details
- Israel and Hamas agreed to a US-brokered first-phase ceasefire that begins after Israeli government approval.
- Israeli troops will partially withdraw then Hamas has 72 hours to release hostages, but key issues remain unresolved.
Big Questions Left Unresolved
- Major parties have not addressed disarmament of Hamas or Gaza's future governance in the deal.
- Three Israeli sources say Hamas may not locate remains of 28 deceased hostages still in Gaza.
Courts Test Guard Deployments
- Two court cases test President Trump's authority to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago and Portland.
- Outcomes could define judicial limits on presidential power over state deployments.