Episode Details

Today’s Headlines: In this episode, the Biden administration is considering sanctioning an Israeli military unit, Netzah Yehuda, known for its far-right ideology and comprised of ultra-Orthodox Jewish soldiers. This follows reports of the unit's reactivation after it was moved out of the West Bank due to convictions for torturing Palestinian detainees. Meanwhile, classified documents reveal Russia's plan to undermine the US and NATO through various means, including a water system hack in Texas. Defendant Donald's trial advances with opening statements and witness testimonies, while the Biden administration launches the American Climate Corps to train young people in green industries.

Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode:

• WSJ: Israel's Military Spy Chief Resigns Over Oct. 7 Hamas Attack
• BBC: US-Israel: Netanyahu vows to reject any US sanctions on army units
• WA Post: Secret Russian foreign policy document urges action to weaken the U.S.
• WA Post: Tex. hack may be first disruption of U.S. water system by Russia
• AP News: Trump trial: Highlights from opening statements and first witness testimony
• ACC: American Climate Corps

Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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