Israel Identifies 3 More Hostage Bodies Released by Hamas; Senate Rejects Funding Plan for 8th Time | NTD Good Morning (Oct. 15)

Israel has identified the bodies of 3 hostages released by the Hamas terrorist group. Israeli media said that a 4th body transported to Israel on Tuesday may not have been that of a hostage at all. Reports also stated that Israel may open the Rafah crossing between Egypt and Gaza after previously limiting aid due to delays in returning the bodies of the hostages. The remains of 20 hostages have yet to be returned by Hamas.

The Senate failed again on Tuesday to pass a measure to fund the federal government, voting 49–45. The Republican-backed resolution needed 60 votes to pass, but most Democrats opposed it. Since Oct. 1, the Trump administration has dismissed more than 4,100 federal employees, though the Pentagon has confirmed that troops have been paid after $8 billion was redirected. President Donald Trump said he’ll soon release a list of “Democrat programs” to be permanently cut.

The Supreme Court is expected to hear arguments on Wednesday about race-based redistricting. The case focuses on Louisiana’s plans to redraw district lines, but could also have ripple effects for several other states. If the court rules against race-based districts, it would make it easier for red states’ redrawn maps to be upheld in court and increase the chances for a GOP majority in the 2026 midterms.