House Republicans Rebuff Trump—Twice

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A.M. Edition for April 17. In a setback for GOP leaders in Congress, Republican lawmakers join Democrats in blocking a five-year renewal of a key national-security surveillance program and reinstating temporary legal protections for Haitian immigrants. Plus, Ford cautiously opens the door to partnerships with Chinese carmakers. And QVC files for bankruptcy, as the long-running shopping channel struggles to stay competitive with social media and Amazon Live. Luke Vargas hosts. 


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A.M. Edition for April 17. In a setback for GOP leaders in Congress, Republican lawmakers join Democrats in blocking a five-year renewal of a key national-security surveillance program and reinstating temporary legal protections for Haitian immigrants. Plus, Ford cautiously opens the door to partnerships with Chinese carmakers. And QVC files for bankruptcy, as the long-running shopping channel struggles to stay competitive with social media and Amazon Live. Luke Vargas hosts. 


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2026-04-17 13 min
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