# Mosque shooting, Massie’s primary, Trump’s weaponization fund, Iran and Birkenstocks

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Podcast: [Reuters World News](https://stenobird.com/podcast/reuters-world-news-7041116)
Published: 2026-05-19T09:44:00+00:00
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Five people are dead, including two suspects, after a shooting at a San Diego mosque. U.S. President Donald Trump says he's paused an Iran strike after Tehran sent a proposal through Pakistan. Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie faces a fierce primary challenge after defying Trump. Trump drops his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS in a deal that creates a $1.8 billion fund for victims of political "weaponization." Russian President Vladimir Putin heads to Beijing to deepen Russia-China ties. And Birkenstock loses its footing as its luxury ambitions unravel. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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