Morning Wire Senate Passes Spending Bill & Uvalde Report Released | Afternoon Update | 1.18.24
Jan 18, 2024
The Senate has passed a spending bill to fund government agencies until March, stirring concerns about federal surveillance on political transactions. In international news, rising tensions between Pakistan and Iran are spotlighted, alongside a critical report on the Uvalde shooting that reveals law enforcement failures. Closer to home, emotional testimonies from families in impeachment proceedings against the Homeland Security Secretary underscore the impact of border control policies. Tech news also features, with Apple removing a smartwatch feature due to legal issues.
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Short-Term Spending Bill Passed
- The Senate passed a short-term spending bill to fund government agencies through March.
- This is the third continuing resolution passed since September, highlighting ongoing budget disagreements.
January 6th Probe and Financial Surveillance
- Federal investigators probing January 6th requested banks to filter customer transactions using terms like "MAGA" and "Trump."
- The House Judiciary Committee revealed this, adding that investigators warned purchases of religious texts could indicate extremism.
Pakistan Airstrikes in Iran
- Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Iran, retaliating against Iran's bombing of Pakistan's Balochistan province.
- At least seven civilians, including women and children, were reported killed in the Pakistani airstrikes.