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Trump’s early exit, all-out war concerns, Matthew Perry case update & more

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Jun 17, 2025
President Trump made an early exit from the G7 summit to focus on the Middle East amidst rising tensions between Israel and Iran. GOP senators are pushing for significant changes to Trump’s proposed legislation. In a poignant moment, the children of a slain Minnesota lawmaker deliver a heartfelt message about justice. Finally, new developments in the investigation of Matthew Perry's death reveal a doctor's plea deal related to ketamine, highlighting an underground network's darker implications.
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Trump's Early G7 Exit

  • President Donald Trump left the G7 summit early to focus on the Middle East crisis between Israel and Iran.
  • His brief attendance generated division, and he disputed French President Macron's ceasefire claims, saying he was working on something bigger.
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Israel-Iran Conflict Update

  • Israel claims recent strikes have impeded Iran's nuclear program, killing Iran's new chief of staff.
  • US intelligence estimates Iran's nuclear setback as months, with Iran still years from a nuclear weapon.
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GOP Senate Bill Changes

  • Senate Republicans propose changes to Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' including Medicaid cuts and tax adjustments.
  • The bill aims for passage by July 4th, needing Senate and House final agreement.
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