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Pentagon Press Policy Ruling, Trump Downplays Ceasefire, CBS News Layoffs and more Mar 20, 2026

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We start with a major blow to the Defense secretary’s restrictive press policy he rolled out last year. President Donald Trump lashed out at NATO allies again over the Strait of Hormuz and weighed in on the prospects of a ceasefire with Iran. The Transportation secretary gave a bleak outlook on air travel without a funding deal. The Trump administration slapped a new multibillion-dollar lawsuit against Harvard University. It’s the end of an era for CBS News Radio amid another round of layoffs. Plus, details on how the White House wants to regulate AI nationwide.

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TSA Crisis Continues, 'The Bachelorette' Season Cancelled, Chuck Norris Dies and more Mar 20, 2026

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Some travelers are arriving extra early and still missing flights, as TSA callouts hold up airport lines nationwide. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he and President Donald Trump are on the same page about the war in Iran. Advocates warn a new Veteran’s Affairs-Justice Department agreement could put homeless veterans at risk. We tell you why ABC shelved the newest season of “The Bachelorette.” Plus, a beloved action movie star and iconic internet meme has died.

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New Trump Coin, TSA Lines Growing, Labubu Movie and more Mar 20, 2026

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President Trump may seek $200 billon in new Pentagon funding for the war with Iran. Senator Markwayne Mullin’s bid to lead DHS advances to a full Senate vote, amid a partial government shutdown. American college student, James Gracey has been found dead in Spain. Trump’s hand-picked panel approves a gold coin with his image. Plus, a movie is in the works, based on the viral Labubu toys.

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Trump on Gas Field Attack, Missing Student Update, Latest Epstein Deposition and more Mar 19, 2026

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President Donald Trump weighs in on Israel’s strikes on Iran’s energy sites. We have details on another US aircraft damaged in the war with Iran. There’s been a tragic update in the search for an American college student in Spain. Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime attorney testified behind closed doors on Capitol Hill. Plus, where things stand with Trump’s pick to replace Kristi Noem as DHS chief.

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Iran War Escalation, TSA workers as “Political Pawns,” Australian Gift Shop Surprise and more Mar 19, 2026

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The White House is asking Congress for more funding as the war in Iran escalates. Lebanon’s prime minister has a message for President Donald Trump on the war in the Middle East. Some TSA workers say they are taking out loans to survive with no end to the agency shutdown in sight. Spanish police are searching for an American college student who went missing in Barcelona on spring break. Plus, an unexpected visitor made its way into an airport gift shop Down Under.

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Afroman's Court Win, New GLP-1's, Hockey Champs and more Mar 19, 2026

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President Trump threatens to strike a gas field if Iran continues to hit Qatar. Democrats on the house oversight committee walked out of a closed door hearing Wednesday. New weight-loss drugs are on the horizon as the GLP-1 market booms. Rapper Afroman wins lawsuit filed police over a parody song. Plus, a RI high school hockey player wins title after tragedy.

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Fed Holds Rates, Trump Officials Grilled, Missing College Student and more Mar 18, 2026

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We start with theFederal Reserve's latest decision on interest rates, as investors brace for a bumpy wartime economy. US officials deny responsibility for reported attacks on gas fields in Iran. Top Trump administration officials faced tough questions on Capitol Hill over the war with Iran. We have key takeaways on a heated confirmation hearing for the next Department of Homeland Security secretary. Plus, the family of a missing college student is pleading for help.

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Trump’s Strait Strategy, Illinois Primary Results, Spacewalk Mission and more Mar 18, 2026

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President Donald Trump says US allies should take over policing the Strait of Hormuz, as US and Israeli forces continue strikes in the region. The Illinois Democratic primary results are inand Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton’s make history. CNN’s tracker shows where airport wait times are the longest. The US Postal Service is running low on cash – we explain what that could mean for your mail. Plus, why NASA astronauts are out on a special mission in space.

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Iranian Leaders Killed, TSA Chaos, Call a Boomer and more Mar 18, 2026

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A top counterterrorism official resigns over the war with Iran. TSA agents are calling out of work and long wait times at airports continue, amid DHS funding crisis. Arizona files a landmark lawsuit against Kalshi betting site. A meteor streaks across the sky and triggers a loud boom. Plus, a refurbished payphone project that aims to reduce loneliness.

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Trump on Resignation, AG Subpoenaed, Rare Sighting and more Mar 17, 2026

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President Donald Trump railed against European allies and a senior intel official’s resignation over the war against Iran. Travelers aired out their frustrations with long security lines amid the partial government shutdown. House investigators have subpoenaed Attorney General Pam Bondi as part of the Jeffrey Epstein probe. The Senate kicked off a marathon debate over Trump’s voter ID bill. Plus, parts of the US spotted a rare light show in broad daylight.

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