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The 1600: Credit Where it's Due

The 1600: Credit Where it's Due

Summary

President Trump announced a deal between Israel and Hamas that involves releasing hostages in Gaza and providing aid to the region. Separately, Texas National Guard troops were deployed in Chicago without the Illinois governor's consent, related to efforts against Antifa as stated by the White House.

Key Facts

  • A deal was reached between Israel and Hamas to release around 25 hostages from Gaza.
  • President Trump stated that hostages would return home by Sunday night or Monday morning.
  • In exchange, Israel will reduce its military presence in an agreed area and allow aid into Gaza.
  • President Trump plans to travel to Israel to support the deal's implementation.
  • Texas National Guard troops are operating in Chicago without approval from Illinois authorities.
  • The White House linked the deployment of troops to cracking down on Antifa activities.
  • President Trump held a roundtable discussion on Antifa at the White House.

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