Up First from NPR Trump-Xi Meeting, Head Start Funding, Surgeon General Nominee
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Oct 30, 2025 
Anthony Kuhn, NPR's South Korea correspondent, discusses the recent Trump-Xi meeting, revealing limited trade agreements aimed at easing tensions. Corey Turner highlights the looming risk of Head Start program closures that could leave over 65,000 children without care, detailing local efforts to cope with funding lapses. Will Stone delves into the contentious nomination of Dr. Casey Means for Surgeon General, unpacking her background as a wellness influencer and addressing public health controversies surrounding her views.
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Targeted Trade Fixes Not A Big Deal
- Trump and Xi confirmed specific, limited trade fixes rather than a broad, lasting deal.
- The leaders agreed to tariff cuts, resumed U.S. soybean purchases, and targeted fentanyl-related controls.
Nuclear Testing Claim Could Backfire
- Trump's announced plan to resume nuclear testing likely unsettled Xi and could spur an arms race.
- Anthony Kuhn warned the move may have accelerated great-power nuclear competition.
Programs Scramble To Stretch Funds
- Local Head Start programs run on staggered federal funding cycles, leaving 134 programs due for funds November 1.
- Corey Turner reported some centers can stretch reserves and negotiate deferrals to stay open a short while longer.