Up First from NPR USAID Programs Halted, Netanyahu in Washington, Rubio Visits Panama, Cannabis Safety
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Feb 3, 2025 Foreign aid programs face a major halt, creating turbulence within USAID and sparking discussions around its future amid Trump administration changes. Meanwhile, Netanyahu's pivotal talks in Washington highlight international diplomacy. In Panama, Marco Rubio addresses foreign influence over the Panama Canal. Additionally, the podcast dives into the cannabis landscape, addressing safety concerns, potency risks, and the challenges of unregulated markets, aiming to guide consumers toward safer products.
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USAID Halted
- USAID's funding has been halted, and its website is down.
- President Trump called USAID employees "radical lunatics" and wants greater control over its spending.
Panama Canal Dispute
- President Trump wants to retake the Panama Canal, claiming excessive Chinese influence.
- Panama's president insists their sovereignty isn't negotiable.
Netanyahu Visits Washington
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is visiting Washington D.C., marking his first meeting with Trump in his second term.
- The ceasefire in Gaza is holding, and talks for the next phase of the deal are scheduled.