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Todd Blanche rescinds 'anti-weaponization fund'. And, Trump calls off striking Iran

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinds President Trump's anti-weaponization fund ahead of his confirmation hearing. And, the president calls off strikes on Iran over a potential deal.

Todd Blanche rescinds 'anti-weaponization fund'. And, Trump calls off striking Iran
Image: NPR World

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinds President Trump's anti-weaponization fund ahead of his confirmation hearing. And, the president calls off strikes on Iran over a potential deal.

(Image credit: Win McNamee)

Originally published at NPR World

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