# Reflecting Pool Update, Hostage Standoff Over, House Rebukes Trump and more

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Podcast: [CNN 5 Things](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cnn-5-things-716851)
Published: 2026-06-04T11:36:00+00:00
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The House passed a resolution to limit President Trump’s Iran war powers. The Senate is set to debate ICE funding, as Trump won't commit to killing the $1.8B anti-weaponization fund. The suspect in a 15-hour hostage standoff in California was killed. The President touts progress on the Reflecting Pool and the building of the UFC stage on the south lawn. Plus, a stranger helps a family who had their van stolen on vacation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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