U.S., Iran to hold nuclear program talks. And, Dems unveil new list of DHS demands

"The United States and Iran are set to have high-stakes talks in Oman today to negotiate Iran's nuclear program. Typically, if both sides in a negotiation can't reach a deal, the diplomats go home, regroup and decide whether to hold another round of talks. But NPR's Greg Myre tells Up First that the U.S. has spent a month moving Navy ships and warplanes to the region, and if a deal isn't reached this time, President Trump could launch an attack on Iran."

"Iran is in a position of weakness and will likely offer concessions during the negotiations, says Myre. The country has endured several setbacks over the last two years, including the U.S. and Israeli bombing campaign against its nuclear facilities last June. Myre says a limited nuclear agreement from Iran will probably not be enough for Trump. The U.S. wants to discuss broader issues, including limits on Iran's ballistic missiles. The U.S. also seeks to stop Iran from supporting militant proxy groups like Hamas and Hezbollah."

"Democrats released a 10-point plan for the Department of Homeland Security's immigration law enforcement agents in a letter to the GOP. In addition to their original demands, which include removing officers' masks, Democrats want officers to wear identifying information, such as their last name. Lawmakers also want these officers to have standard uniforms and equipment, aligning them with civil enforcement officers."

United States and Iran are holding high-stakes talks in Oman to negotiate Iran's nuclear program. The U.S. has moved Navy ships and warplanes to the region, raising the possibility President Trump could order an attack if no deal is reached. Iran is weakened by setbacks including a bombing campaign against its nuclear facilities and may offer concessions, though a limited deal may not satisfy U.S. demands. The U.S. seeks limits on ballistic missiles and curbs on proxy support. Democrats released a 10-point plan requiring Homeland Security immigration agents to wear identification, standard uniforms and equipment. The FBI confirmed a ransom letter exists for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie.

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