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Senator’s post-El Salvador trip, IRS leadership shakeup, Pope Francis’ Easter & more

Apr 18, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Senator's Visit Amid Deportation Dispute

  • Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen visited Kilmar Abrego Garcia, wrongfully deported to El Salvador despite a court order preventing his removal.
  • The visit sparked controversy as Trump officials claimed Garcia was MS-13 gang member, which his lawyers deny and a judge questioned.
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Trump's Take on Ukraine War Talks

  • President Trump downplayed Secretary Marco Rubio's warning about possibly abandoning Ukraine war talks.
  • Trump suggested if talks become difficult, the U.S. may "just take a pass" but hopes to avoid that.
INSIGHT

IRS Leadership Turnover Continues

  • The IRS saw rapid leadership changes with five leaders in one year.
  • Trump's pick for acting IRS commissioner was quickly reversed due to internal Treasury surprise and controversy.
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