The U.S.-Iran war and its domestic political ramifications dominate today's "Washington Today." White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addresses rising gas prices, attributing them to the conflict and assuring they're temporary. Senator Richard Blumenthal voices concerns about potential troop deployment and Russian aid to Iran, while Senator Cory Booker demands congressional oversight of the war. The Senate confirms Lt. Gen. Joshua Rudd to lead the NSA and Cyber Command, despite Senator Ron Wyden's concerns about his qualifications. A Homeland Security funding standoff causes airport security delays, with Senators Katie Britt and Brian Schatz clashing over the shutdown's impact. Senate Majority Leader John Thune rejects President Trump's voter ID bill push, and Senator Dick Durbin criticizes its restrictive requirements. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz proposes overhauling the state's Medicaid system to combat fraud.
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