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Trump Strikes A Deal With Venezuela & El-Sayed and Talarico Make Waves | 8.31.26
August 31, 2026·21m
President Trump strikes a historic oil deal with Venezuela – while Iran loses more leverage in Hormuz. Democrats’ hopes of taking over the Senate likely depend on Michigan and Texas – where polls are tight and controversy circles around Abdul El Sayed and James Talarico. And, the rescue effort in Nepal reaches its sixth day, with thousands still missing, including more than 80 Americans. Reporting from Cabot Phillips, Ben Domenech, and Megan Basham. Get the facts first with Morning Wire. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.- - -Ep.