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EPISODE · Jun 1, 2026 · 53 MIN

IRS "Weaponization" Fund Scrapped? Senate Returns, Iran Talks in Question & Primary Elections Ahead

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The Trump administration is reportedly abandoning its controversial $1.8 billion IRS "weaponization" fund after bipartisan criticism and concerns raised by federal judges. We hear reaction from Capitol Hill and what the decision could mean for ongoing immigration funding negotiations. Also, Iran says it has suspended talks with the United States following Israeli actions in Lebanon, while President Trump insists negotiations are continuing at a "rapid pace." Plus, the Senate returns to Washington facing a growing legislative backlog, and voters in six states prepare to head to the polls for key primary elections. We hear from Senate leaders and candidates on the campaign trail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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