The Pour Over Today - Iran Peace Deal, California Chemical Leak, New Green Card Policy & More

Starting point is 00:00:01 Hey, this is Joe. Today is Memorial Day, a day to honor and mourn those who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. For the news, we're talking about a potential U.S.-Iran peace agreement, a major chemical leak in Southern California, the U.S. requiring immigrants to apply for green cards from their home countries, and other top headlines for Monday, May 25th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with the pourover. And if you haven't listened to our epitaphysed,

Starting point is 00:00:31 from Saturday explaining the WHO, be sure to check that out after listening to today's episode. Here's your quote of the day. The secret is Christ in me, not me in a different set of circumstances. Elizabeth Elliott. Let's get started with some espresso shots. President Trump said Saturday that a peace agreement has been largely negotiated to end the 86-day war with Iran. The deal outlines a 60-day season. ceasefire extension, during which the Strait of Hermuz would reopen without tolls, easing the global

Starting point is 00:01:13 oil supply strain, the U.S. would unblock Iranian ports and waive sanctions allowing Iran to sell oil. Tehran would give up its highly enriched uranium and agreed to negotiate its nuclear program's future. Several hawkish Republicans criticized the emerging deal, saying it was similar to the Obama-era Iran agreement that Trump called one of the, quote, worst deals ever made. The White House denied any similarity and said it wouldn't rush into a deal. Iranian officials haven't publicly commented. Both President Trump and Iran's supreme leader must sign off on any deal, which could take days.

Starting point is 00:02:00 Here's a verse to consider whether you're working toward the end of a conflict in your own life or enjoying a season of peace. Rejoice always. pray constantly, give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit, soul, and body be kept sound and blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Starting point is 00:02:27 He who calls you is faithful, he will do it. 1st Thessalonians 5, verses 16 through 18, and verses 23 and 24. Officials in Southern California are hoping for a major chemical leak because the alternative is a massive explosion. A tank containing 7,000 gallons of methylmetacrylate, a highly flammable toxic liquid used in the production of plastics, began venting dangerous vapors Thursday at GKN Aerospace in Orange County. It has prompted a nearly 10 square mile mandatory evacuation order,

Starting point is 00:03:11 impacting around 50,000 residents, as well as hospitals, schools, fire and police stations, and nursing homes. Emergency crews have been working around the clock to cool and stabilize the tank, but it is getting steadily hotter and is expected to fail, either spilling thousands of gallons of chemicals into the ground or triggering a catastrophic explosion. Orange County's fire chief said, quote, Our priority remains the safety of our employees, responders, and the surrounding community. No injuries or deaths have been reported.

Starting point is 00:03:53 God is our hope, strength, and love during scary and uncertain times. Even in the midst of treacherous circumstances, our future with him is secure. Psalm 121, verse 1 through 2 says, I lift my eyes toward the mountains. Where will my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth. The U.S. will require immigrants to return to their home country before applying for a green card, except in extraordinary circumstances.

Starting point is 00:04:30 Friday's announcement ends a half-century-old provision, allowing visa holders, like students or temporary workers, to remain in the U.S. while applying for permanent residency. U.S. citizenship and immigration services said its quote, turning to the original intent of the law, while critics argue the longstanding policy allowed for families to stay together during the lengthy application process. Another Friday announcement,

Starting point is 00:04:58 criminal charges have been dismissed against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was deported from Maryland to an El Salvador prison last year. The federal judge said the Trump admin's human smuggling case against him was a, quote, vindictive effort to punish Abrago Garcia for challenging his deportation. Abraigo Garcia celebrated, quote, justice

Starting point is 00:05:20 while the DOJ vowed to appeal. While you probably play a small role in affecting U.S. immigration policy, you play a much more significant role in Christ's mission to demonstrate his love to the world. As you seek justice, remember compassion for your neighbors, whether immigrants, long-time citizens, criminals, legislators,

Starting point is 00:05:48 or people who passionately disagree with you, on immigration policy. 1 John 4 verses 19 through 20 says, we love because he first loved us. If anyone says, I love God, and yet hates his brother or sister, he is a liar. For the person who does not love his brother or sister,

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Starting point is 00:07:21 Okay, real quick interruption. Listeners like you are the primary reason this show grows. So if you know a friend, co-worker, or high school group chat that wants to stay informed without losing their mind or hope, text them a link to this episode. We're so grateful for you. In other bruce, here's a rapid round of updates. Secret Service agents fatally shot a man who opened fire at a White House security checkpoint Saturday evening, triggering a lockdown and President Trump's gratitude for their quote, quick response. The gunman, a 21-year-old man with documented mental health issues,

Starting point is 00:08:08 had previously been arrested by the Secret Service. A bystander who was injured during the exchange is in stable condition. What happens in Vegas? It involves lots of roids and HGH. The inaugural Enhance Games, a competition where performance-enhancing drugs are encouraged, kicked off Saturday with 40 elite athletes competing for a share of $21 million across swimming, track, and weightlifting,

Starting point is 00:08:39 with zero substance bans. The World Anti-Doping Agency has condemned the event and warned participating athletes that they could face bands from traditional competitions. Second Times the Charm. SpaceX launched its most powerful rocket ever Friday, redeeming Thursday's scrubbed attempt. The crewless Starship V-3

Starting point is 00:09:04 blasted off at 1730 central time, reached space, launched 20 dummy satellites and two Starlink satellites, then made its planned explosive splashdown an hour later, a big win for Moon Mission Hopefuls and SpaceX ahead of its stock market debut. The NASCAR community is grieving the sudden loss of its greatest winner, Kyle Bush, who died Thursday at age 41, after severe pneumonia progressed into The two-time Cup Series champion was rushed to the hospital Wednesday after passing out in a driving simulator. The tributes have been pouring in for Bush, who won a record 234 NASCAR races, including one, just 10 days ago.

Starting point is 00:09:55 Tulsi Gabbard resigned as Director of National Intelligence, quote, with love and aloha. The combat veteran and former Democratic Congresswoman from Hawaii brought her four-week notice to the Oval Office Friday, citing her husband's diagnosis with, quote, an extremely rare form of bone cancer. During her tenure, Gabbard prioritized downsizing her department and declassified government records. President Trump praised her, quote, incredible job. That's all the news we have for today, but here's some good news to dwell on for the middle of the week. Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again someday. As always, thanks for listening, TPOFam.

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The Pour Over Today - Iran Peace Deal, California Chemical Leak, New Green Card Policy & More

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