Iran War, TSA Funding, No Kings Marches

March 28, 2026

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NPR's Up First covers escalating tensions in the Iran war one month in, alongside domestic strains from a partial government shutdown and nationwide "No Kings" protests against the Trump administration. Energy prices and public disapproval dominate the news, with updates on military strikes, funding fights, and demonstrations.

Iran War Developments

Overnight Iranian strikes hit a US military base in Saudi Arabia, injuring at least a dozen service members in what reporters described as a serious air defense breach. Israel reported striking major Iranian industrial targets, while Iran retaliated with missiles, including cluster bombs that penetrated Israel's multilayered defenses. One man, a 50-year-old security guard, was killed in Tel Aviv near an apartment complex, causing structural damage. Houthi militants in Yemen, backed by Iran, fired their first missile at Israel in the conflict—it was intercepted—but broader attacks targeted Kuwait's airport and Oman's port. A new military force in the Gulf has joined Iran, and US military assets are moving into the region.

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What you'll learn

1 (00:02) **Intro Headlines** - Overview of Iran war injuries, energy shocks, Trump approval drop, DHS funding fight, and No Kings protests
2 (01:44) **Iran War Escalation** - Iran strikes US base in Saudi Arabia injuring troops; Israel hits Iranian targets; Houthis join with missile fire
3 (02:06) **Live Report from Tel Aviv** - Reporter Kerry Khan describes cluster bomb strike on her building and regional fears
4 (05:29) **War Public Opinion Poll** - Reuters/Ipsos shows 61% disapprove of Iran war, up 18 points
5 (05:48) **War Support Analysis** - Analyst Ron Elvine compares to Iraq War decline; notes shifting US justifications and economic pain from Strait of Hormuz closure
6 (07:43) **DHS Funding Stalemate** - Senate bipartisan bill fails; House passes short-term version funding ICE/Border Patrol but Senate recessed
7 (09:04) **Trump Legacy Projects** - President's signature on currency; gold coin likeness; renames buildings like JFK Center and Institute of Peace

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Show Notes

The Iran War enters its second month with no clear ceasefire talks. Gas prices and airport chaos weigh down President Trump's approval numbers. Protesters against the president gather around the country for a third No Kings march.

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