Iran using ceasefire to recover buried weapons and the record DHS shutdown finally ends: Morning Rundown
Iran is using the current ceasefire to recover buried weapons and rebuild its military capabilities amid concerns the conflict could resume, according to U.S. officials. The House passed a bill to end the 75-day shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security, though it does not include new funding for ICE or Border Patrol. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is considering military options related to Iran as peace talks stall.
- ▪Iran is retrieving hidden missiles and munitions buried underground or under rubble during the ceasefire to prepare for potential renewed conflict.
- ▪The House approved a Senate-passed bill to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, ending the longest shutdown in U.S. history.
- ▪The new DHS funding law does not allocate additional money for ICE or Border Patrol, with Republicans planning a separate budget resolution for those agencies.
- ▪President Donald Trump was expected to be briefed on military options involving the Strait of Hormuz and potential ground operations in Iran.
- ▪FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed Iran will participate in the upcoming World Cup, including matches in the United States.
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Morning RundownIran using ceasefire to recover buried weapons and the record DHS shutdown finally ends: Morning RundownPlus, Steve Kornacki previews the biggest storylines and best bets of the Kentucky Derby.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00ShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 1, 2026, 7:00 AM EDTBy Kayla HayempourIn today’s newsletter: Iran is using the ceasefire to recover buried weapons and rebuild its military capability. The House passes a bill to reopen the Department of Homeland Security without new funding for ICE or Border Patrol. And Steve Kornacki previews the Kentucky Derby.
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