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Tick Tock For TikTok's Sale
Congress ordered the social media app to be sold to U.S.-based investors, citing national security concerns related to TikTok's Chinese ownership. But, despite President Trump announcing who might be…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
No Budging From Congressional Leaders As Government Shutdown Begins
Wednesday marks the beginning of the first federal government shutdown since 2019, and negotiations between the leaders of both parties appear to be at a standstill. We discuss which side seems to be…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
White House Unveils 20-Point Gaza Peace Plan
President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a plan that could yield an end to the war in Gaza. But Hamas was not involved in crafting the 20-point plan, and it’s not clear…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Trump Administration Wants To Dismantle Federal Watchdog Agencies
The Trump administration has taken steps to effectively dismantle the Merit Systems Protection Board and the Office of Special Counsel, two agencies that protect federal civil servants. We discuss wh…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
James Comey Indicted On Charges Stemming From 2020 Congressional Testimony
Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Thursday on charges stemming from his testimony before Congress in 2020. President Trump promised retribution against his perceived enemies and demanded t…
Published on 3 months ago
Ignoring Scientific Evidence, Trump Blames Tylenol For Autism
President Trump suggested that Tylenol can cause autism and the drug leucovorin can treat it. We discuss what the science actually says and why the president made the unusual announcement this week.
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Published on 3 months ago
MAGA And Evangelical Christianity Converge At Kirk Memorial
Charlie Kirk’s memorial service this past weekend put the convergence of the MAGA movement and evangelical Christianity on full display. We discuss how MAGA and evangelical Christianity are shaping o…
Published on 3 months ago
Western Allies Formally Recognize A Palestinian State. The U.S. Won't.
At the United Nations General Assembly, President Trump reiterated the U.S. had no plans to recognize a Palestinian state. It comes as many traditional allies, like Canada, the United Kingdom & Franc…
Published on 3 months ago
Congress Deadlocked As Possible Government Shutdown Looms
Funding for the federal government runs out after September 30 unless Congress can pass a bill to prevent it. We discuss congressional leaders’ negotiations over a spending bill and the politics surr…
Published on 3 months ago
Sources & Methods: Trump's UK Visit, Gaza/Ukraine Tension
Today, we're sharing another episode from NPR's newest podcast, Sources & Methods. Each Thursday, host Mary Louise Kelly breaks down the week's biggest national security news with NPR's team of repor…
Published on 3 months ago