Morning Wire Taliban Frees George Glezmann & Trump Gives Maine Deadline | Afternoon Update | 3.20.25
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Mar 20, 2025 An American hostage, George Glezmann, is finally home after two years, thanks to negotiations from the previous administration. Meanwhile, Hamas ramps up rocket launches, reigniting tensions in the Middle East. Back in the U.S., Congressional Republicans are gearing up to challenge what they see as judicial overreach obstructing Trump's agenda. In Maine, debates heat up over transgender athletes competing in women's sports, alongside discussions about various societal issues affecting the community.
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Glezman Released
- American George Glezman, held hostage by the Taliban for over two years, has been released.
- His release, called a "goodwill gesture," followed negotiations between the Trump administration and Qatari officials.
Hamas Rocket Attack
- Hamas launched rockets at Tel Aviv, their first attack since the ceasefire ended.
- Israel's defense forces intercepted one missile; two others landed in open areas.
Republicans vs. Judges
- Congressional Republicans are exploring ways to counter what they perceive as activist judges obstructing President Trump's agenda.
- This follows a judge's temporary halt to Trump's deportation flights of Venezuelan nationals.