USC tensions high after Muslim valedictorian's speech cancelled and Trump complains about jury selection: Morning Rundown

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Johnson eyes a weekend vote on foreign aid bills House Speaker Mike Johnson rolled out three bills to provide assistance to Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan, with the hopes of holding final votes on Saturday. The bills will be a major test for Johnson, as he faces a deeply divided GOP and serious threats to his leadership from two right-wing representatives. The biggest sticking point will be funding for Ukraine. Already, several Republicans have said they will not approve any more aid for Kyiv.

 

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