Up First from NPR Democrat In-Fighting; Conservative Media on Trump; Mahmoud Khalil's Wife Speaks
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Mar 15, 2025 Recent political tensions erupted as a Republican spending bill passed with unexpected Democratic support, prompting accusations of betrayal among party members. Meanwhile, conservative media is reevaluating its stance on Trump's economic policies amidst looming recession fears. In a personal narrative, the wife of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil shares the heart-wrenching ordeal of her husband's possible deportation over his campus protests, shedding light on broader immigration issues and personal sacrifices.
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Democratic Infighting Over Spending Bill
- Senator Schumer unexpectedly voted to advance the Republican spending bill, causing dissent among Democrats.
- House Democrats felt betrayed, viewing the vote as undermining their leverage against the Trump administration.
Conservative Media Pushback on Trump
- Conservative media outlets, including the Murdoch empire, are starting to criticize Trump's economic policies.
- They're acknowledging negative impacts like declining stocks and consumer confidence.
Mahmoud Khalil's Wife Speaks Out
- Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian student activist, faces deportation for his role in campus protests.
- His pregnant wife, Noor Abdallah, gave her first interview, highlighting the lack of evidence against her husband and her fear.