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PBS News Hour - Full Show

January 27, 2025 – PBS News Hour full episode

Jan 28, 2025
Glenn Fine, former inspector general for the Department of Justice, delves into the serious implications of firing inspectors general. He discusses the vital role these officials play in ensuring government accountability. The conversation also touches on President Trump's aggressive agenda with Congress and tensions in U.S.-Colombia relations. Additionally, the rise of the Chinese AI startup, DeepSeq, raises concerns about national security and the dynamics of tech competition between the U.S. and China.
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  • President Trump's meeting with Congress aimed at advancing fiscal goals underscores the tension between ambitious tax cuts and immigration policy concerns.
  • The escalating tensions between the U.S. and Colombia reveal the complexities of international relations under pressure from U.S. immigration policies.

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Trump's Congressional Strategy Retreat

President Trump met with Republican members of Congress at his Miami golf resort to advance his agenda, emphasizing unity and fiscal goals. The retreat included discussions on extending Trump-era tax cuts and additional tax measures, which could cost around $4 trillion affecting almost all Americans. Despite public support, some Republicans expressed concerns over specific immigration policies that could impact temporary residents from Cuba and Venezuela. Speaker Johnson defended the president's controversial moves, framing them as part of a new government efficiency initiative aimed at reevaluating federal programs.

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