Episode Details

Today’s Headlines: The Department of Education is investigating Harvard's admissions policies, focusing on "legacy" students and potential racial discrimination. A study found that children from ultra-wealthy families have a higher chance of getting into Ivy League schools. A federal judge struck down the Biden administration's asylum restrictions but granted a 14-day delay for appeal. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy mentioned the possibility of an impeachment inquiry into President Biden despite no evidence of misconduct. The UPS strike was averted as the Teamsters Union secured pay raises and benefits for its employees. However, concerns were raised about UPS's plan to provide air conditioning only for new delivery trucks.

Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode:

• AP News: Education Department opens investigation into Harvard’s legacy admissions 
• NY Times: Study of Elite College Admission Data Suggests Being Very Rich Is It's Own Qualification 
• WA Post: Federal judge tosses Biden administration asylum rule for migrants 
• AP News: House Speaker Kevin McCarthy floats an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden 
• NPR: UPS union calls off strike threat after securing pay raises for workers 

Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Amanda Duberman and Bridget Schwartz

Edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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