Up First from NPR Israel Targets Hezbollah Bank, DOJ Under Trump, Pennsylvania Voters
Oct 21, 2024
Arzu Rezvani, an expert on financial institutions linked to Hezbollah, details Israel's airstrikes on a bank affiliated with the group and its broader implications. Kerry Johnson, NPR's National Justice Correspondent, analyzes Donald Trump's provocative threats against political opponents and the potential repercussions for accountability within the Justice Department. They also discuss how personal economic situations influence Pennsylvania voters' political choices, revealing the intricate dance between individual experiences and election motivations.
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Israel Targets Hezbollah Finances
- Israeli airstrikes targeted a Hezbollah-operated financial institution, Al-Qard al-Hassan, described as a credit union.
- While not expected to cripple Hezbollah financially, the attacks aim to disrupt operations and sow division.
Trump's Retribution Threats
- Donald Trump's increasingly unrestrained campaign rhetoric includes threats of retribution against political adversaries.
- He suggests using the Justice Department and FBI for investigations, raising concerns about potential abuse of power.
Fracking Supporter's Politics
- Ben Wallace, part of a fracking company, argues his industry is safe and clean, rejecting climate change consensus.
- Despite claiming to not vote based on oil and gas, his views align with his support for Donald Trump.