Americanswers... on 5 Live! What will Trump do on his first day back in the White House?

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Dec 9, 2024

Donald Trump's recent interview reveals potential changes to birthright citizenship, stirring heated debate. The chilling implications of a healthcare executive's murder expose deep-seated inequalities in the U.S. Meanwhile, collectors share whimsical tales of their fridge magnet adventures across picturesque states. Finally, listeners are invited to contribute predictions for a 2025 time capsule, fostering community engagement in the evolving political landscape.

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ANECDOTE

Trump's First Post-Election Interview

Donald Trump gave his first broadcast interview since the election to NBC's Meet the Press.
He discussed pardons, birthright citizenship, and international affairs.

INSIGHT

Trump's British Connection

Donald Trump's familiarity with Britain due to his business interests makes the special relationship unique.
He possesses a genuine interest in British politics and the Royal Family.

INSIGHT

Trump Chooses NBC

Trump chose NBC for his interview, despite their antagonism, possibly as an olive branch.
His willingness to participate might signal a less adversarial press relationship.

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Donald Trump has sat down with NBC's Meet the Press in his first broadcast network interview since winning November's election. The president-elect revealed a number of policy positions that the world can expect when he returns to office. Will one of them be an end to automatic citizenship for people born in the US?

And, it’s now five days since UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down in a seemingly targeted attack in New York City. The brazen nature of his killing has shocked the US but also exposed deep resentments at inequities in US healthcare. Is it too far to suggest that some people are even celebrating his death?

The Americast team once again join Matt Chorley on 5 Live to discuss…

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• Matt Chorley, 5 Live presenter • Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter • Sarah Smith, North America Editor • Marianna Spring, Disinformation and Social Media Correspondent • Anthony Zurcher, North America Correspondent

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