The 7 A new abortion pill; a climber dies in Yosemite; Taylor Swift’s new album; and more
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Oct 3, 2025 The podcast dives into a range of pressing topics, starting with the turmoil surrounding a government shutdown and the Senate's funding struggles. It discusses the controversial FDA approval of a generic abortion pill, igniting backlash from conservatives. A shocking synagogue attack during Yom Kippur highlights safety concerns, while the tragic death of climber Balin Miller on El Capitan captures the risks of extreme sports. Finally, Taylor Swift's new album is previewed, teasing lyrics that may point to her personal life.
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Shutdown Halts Economic Data
- The Senate held votes to reopen the government but talks hadn’t produced a breakthrough by morning.
- The shutdown delays economic data like the Labor Department jobs report, clouding outlooks.
Abortion Pill Approval Sparks Conservative Backlash
- The FDA approved a generic mifepristone pill, angering some conservatives who expected stricter action.
- The move marks the first major pushback Trump received from parts of his social conservative base.
Student Arrested Over Campus Op-Ed
- Tufts grad student Ramesa Ozturk was grabbed by masked federal agents and bundled into a car outside her home.
- She was targeted over a student op-ed criticizing her school's investments despite committing no crime.