CNN 5 Things Israeli hostage body, Senate vote-a-rama, Musk ‘living the meme,’ & more
Feb 21, 2025
Israel confirms a returned body isn’t the hostage they believed it to be, raising tensions. In D.C., Senate Republicans race through a crucial budget decision. Elon Musk steals the spotlight at a Conservative conference with a chainsaw entrance. Meanwhile, over 170 migrants are moved from Guantanamo Bay to Venezuela. On the lighter side, an electrifying overtime finish defines the first-ever 4 Nations hockey championship, showcasing the thrill of international competition.
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Misidentified Body
- Hamas returned a body in a coffin, claiming it was Shiri Bibas.
- However, Israel confirmed the body was not hers, causing outrage and grief for the Bibas family.
Budget Blueprint Conflict
- Senate Republicans adopted a budget blueprint advancing Trump's agenda.
- This sets up a potential clash with the House, which has a competing plan.
Musk's Chainsaw
- Elon Musk appeared at CPAC with a chainsaw, symbolizing cutting bureaucracy.
- He discussed reducing federal spending and the workforce, targeting waste in D.C.