A.M. Edition for April 17. In a setback for GOP leaders in Congress, Republican lawmakers join Democrats in blocking a five-year renewal of a key national-security surveillance program and reinstating temporary legal protections for Haitian immigrants. Plus, Ford cautiously opens the door to partnerships with Chinese carmakers. And QVC files for bankruptcy, as the long-running shopping channel struggles to stay competitive with social media and Amazon Live. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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