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Michel Martin

Published February 3, 2026 at 4:49 AM EST

The partial shutdown enters its fourth day as debate over DHS funding continues, Iran and U.S. to negotiate over Iran's nuclear program, investigators continue search for mom of 'Today' show host.

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