Latest In Minneapolis, Government Shutdown More Likely, No FED Rate Cut, Investigating Omar Attack

Today on America in the MorningLatest In Minneapolis

Two border patrol agents who fired their weapons in the fatal shooting of Minneapolis ICE protester Alex Pretti last Saturday have been put on administrative leave as new video shows Pretti getting into an altercation with ICE officials 11 days prior to his death. John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.

Government Shutdown Likely

It’s looking more and more like another government shutdown will happen as the Senate grapples with funding for the Department of Homeland Security, and Democrats are demanding some reforms following the incidents involving ICE in Minneapolis. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the status of budget negotiations.

FBI Investigating Omar Attack

The FBI is taking the lead in the investigation after a man was arrested for spraying a liquid on Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar during a Minneapolis town hall. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.

Trump’s Warning To Iran

President Trump has a stern warning for Iran, as a massive military fleet has sailed into the Indian Ocean. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Two Trials For Mangione

In New York, prosecutors are seeking a July trial in Luigi Mangione’s state murder case, with his federal trial slated for fall. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.

FBI Investigating Georgia 2020 Election

The FBI has opening an investigation into a Georgia election office regarding the 2020 presidential election. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.

No FED Rate Cut

The Federal Reserve says it is keeping its benchmark interest rate as-is, after three cuts last year, and despite objections from President Trump. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.

Rubio Faces Senate

Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified Wednesday before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee discussing a number of topics, including the administration’s actions involving Venezuela. Bob Brown reports that Rubio was also questioned on President Trump’s plans for Greenland, Cuba, and Iran.

Trump Accounts

The Trump Administration is hyping the launch of "Trump Accounts for Kids." Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on the plan, and a famous rapper who’s backing it.

Protests & Questions At Two ICE Facilities

There were protests in Texas at an ICE facility south of San Antonio where a 5-year-old is being detained, which led to several people being arrested in clashes with federal agents. At another detention center, this on one the grounds of Fort Bliss outside of El Paso, questions are being raised after a Cuban migrant was found dead. Lisa Dwyer reports on 911 calls that were made and what the autopsy report showed in the death of the ICE detainee.

Noem On The Hot Seat

There are now bipartisan calls for President Trump to remove Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.

War Casualties Rising

It will soon be four years since Russia amassed an army to invade Ukraine, and a new report shows staggering casualty figures on both sides in numbers not seen since World War II. Correspondent Laurence Brooks reports.

Finally

Stephen Colbert is looking ahead to his final episode for his late-night talk show. Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices