Live updates: Lawmakers discuss Minnesota lawmakers fatal shooting, Israel-Iran conflict
Minnesota state Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman (D) and her husband were assassinated at their home on Saturday, and lawmakers from across the aisle have condemned the act of political violence.
Both Democrats and Republicans, have also been critical of Trump's massive military parade in Washington, D.C., which could cost up to $45 million.
On Saturday, the 'No Kings' protests also took place nationwide, paralleling Trump's parade, which commemorated the Army's 250th anniversary and coincided with Trump's 79th birthday.
Meanwhile, large protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Los Angeles have continued throughout the week, with the Trump administration greenlighting the deployment of Marines and the National Guard to help quell the demonstrations and protect federal buildings and personnel. The Marines temporarily detained a civilian protesting the federal immigration raids on Friday.
Trump is facing pressure as his administration grapples with unrest in Middle East as Israel and Iran continue to trade attacks. Israel's initial attack on Thursday took out half a dozen of Iran's top military generals, nuclear scientists and inflicted damage on Tehran's nuclear facilities.
Lawmakers will likely discuss these topics on Sunday's news shows. Take a look at the full show lineup here and follow today's updates below.
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Axios
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