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A historic 75-day shutdown ends as DHS funding is restored, but key battles over border enforcement remain unresolved. The Senate rejects another Iran war powers resolution as the 60-day legal clock draws scrutiny. A new executive order aims to expand retirement access for millions of Americans without employer-sponsored plans. Inflation moves higher, creating new pressure for the Federal Reserve, while GDP rebounds sharply, rising from 0.5% to 2% in the first quarter. In business, Apple delivers its strongest March quarter ever with record services revenue, while Samsung posts a massive surge in profit driven by demand for AI chips. These are the headlines shaping government policy, economic momentum, and global markets right now. Get the facts, the numbers, and the stories that matter in one fast, direct briefing. Listen now.