Venezuela earthquakes, food stamp cuts and France's aircon debate
6/25/202613 min
Two massive earthquakes rock Venezuela, killing dozens and trapping thousands under rubble. U.S. President Donald Trump faces a Republican revolt – including a shouting showdown with Senator Bill Cassidy – over his Iran deal. Millions of Americans are cut off from food stamps under his sweeping tax and spending cuts. And as Europe swelters in a record heatwave, air-conditioning becomes France’s latest political hot potato. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here.
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First 90 secondsKim Vinnell· Host0:00
Hi, I'm Kim Vennell in Wanganui, New Zealand. It's Thursday, June 25th. Today, two massive earthquakes hit Venezuela. Republicans challenge Trump over his interim Iran deal. Millions of Americans are cut off from food stamps. And Europe's heatwave makes air conditioning a political flash point in France. This is Reuters World News, bringing you everything you need to know from the front lines in 10 minutes, seven days a week.
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Kim Vinnell· Host1:08
Residents of Caracas gather shell-shocked on the streets after two strong earthquakes hit the Venezuelan capital. More than 30 people