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The Trump Transition’s Secret Funding, and a Campus Crackdown

Nov 25, 2024

Delve into the secret funding mechanisms behind Trump’s transition team, highlighting the contrasting ideologies within his cabinet picks. Explore the poignant atmosphere in Beirut where locals gather amidst conflict. On another front, universities are tightening restrictions on pro-Palestinian protests, reflecting broader tensions. Plus, learn how vigilant citizens are reclaiming funds from pandemic fraud, showcasing the power of community action against misuse in times of crisis.

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The Trump transition team relied on undisclosed funding sources, raising concerns about transparency and influence in political appointments.

Universities have implemented stricter regulations on protests, balancing safety concerns against the potential suppression of free speech and activism.

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Inside Trump's Cabinet Picks and Controversial Transition Funding

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Observing Conflict and Curbing Activism: A Community's Response

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Plus, payouts for finding pandemic fraud.

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On Today’s Episode:

Trump’s Cabinet: Many Ideologies Behind the Veil of ‘America First,’ by David E. Sanger

Trump Is Running His Transition Team on Secret Money, by Ken Bensinger and David A. Fahrenthold

On the Outskirts of Beirut, a Crowd Watches the War, and Waits for Its End, by Christina Goldbaum

How Universities Cracked Down on Pro-Palestinian Activism, by Isabelle Taft

They Investigated Pandemic Fraud, Then Earned Thousands, by Madeleine Ngo