CNN 5 Things Senate confirms Gabbard, Trump speaks to Putin, Denmark comes for California & more
Feb 12, 2025
The Senate's confirmation of Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence stirs up political drama. A phone call between Trump and Putin is described as 'positive and constructive.' Efforts to maintain the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas are discussed. The statistics on undocumented immigrant arrests since Trump's tenure raise eyebrows. Meanwhile, Denmark humorously responds to Trump's interest in acquiring territory, turning a serious matter into a quirky diplomatic moment.
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Gabbard's Confirmation
- Tulsi Gabbard has been confirmed as Director of National Intelligence, despite lacking intelligence experience.
- Her role will depend on how President Trump utilizes her, potentially for streamlining the agency.
Trump-Putin Call
- Trump spoke with Putin and Zelensky, aiming for immediate Ukraine war negotiations.
- Putin agreed on a peaceful resolution, mentioning addressing the conflict's root causes.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire
- Egypt and Qatar are working to maintain the Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
- Hamas might delay the hostage release, while Israel threatens renewed operations if hostages aren't freed.