CNN 5 Things Shutdown Deal Reached, Trump Contradicts Border Czar, Tax Leak Lawsuit and more
Jan 30, 2026
A spending deal to avert a government shutdown faces last-minute voting hurdles. Contradictory statements emerge about federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota. Venezuela loosens rules to attract foreign oil companies. Panama’s court limits a foreign port operator over security concerns. A high-profile lawsuit accuses the IRS of leaking tax returns.
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Shutdown Averted For Now, But Timing Is Fragile
- Senators agreed to a spending package but one senator's objection stalled a final vote and risks a shutdown before the 11:59 p.m. deadline.
- The House being out until Monday adds another timing complication to avoiding a lapse in funding.
Conflicting Messages On Minnesota Enforcement
- President Donald Trump publicly denied plans to pull back ICE agents in Minnesota shortly after Tom Homan signaled a drawdown.
- The conflicting messages drew criticism from Senator Amy Klobuchar, who called for ICE overhaul and decried singling out states.
Venezuela Eases Rules For Oil Investment
- Venezuela passed a law to open its oil industry to foreign companies, aiming to boost profits and meet international demands.
- Some executives remain wary, with ExxonMobil's CEO calling the country uninvestable in its current state.