CNN 5 Things Republican clash, alternative Gaza plan, Mangione in court & more
Feb 21, 2025
GOP Senators are aligning on a new budget blueprint, but tensions loom as factions may clash soon. Arab leaders gather in Saudi Arabia to propose an alternative to Trump's Gaza plan. Meanwhile, Luigi Mangione faces court over the high-profile murder case of United Healthcare's CEO. Germans prepare for a snap election this weekend, and in sports news, Major League Baseball is parting ways with ESPN, signaling big changes ahead. Keep an eye on these unfolding stories!
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GOP Budget Clash
- House and Senate Republicans disagree on the budget blueprint's scope.
- Senators favor a "skinny budget," while the House prefers a broader approach, causing potential conflict.
Alternative Gaza Plan
- Arab leaders are proposing an alternative to Trump's Gaza plan, aiming to rebuild it.
- International bodies anticipate challenges in Gaza's reconstruction, calling it a "long and complex journey."
Mangione Court Appearance
- Luigi Mangione, accused of killing United Healthcare's CEO, faces state and federal murder charges.
- He could receive life imprisonment without parole if convicted in New York.