The Headlines The Agonizing Search in Texas, and a Looming Trade Deadline
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Jul 7, 2025 This episode uncovers harrowing tales from Texas as families search for loved ones lost in devastating floods. The discussion highlights urgent rescue efforts and scrutinizes emergency response failures. Amid political maneuvering, looming tariffs create ripples in international trade. The podcast also tackles privacy concerns, revealing how your smart devices may be spying on you and what you can do to protect your data. Get ready for an eye-opening blend of tragedy, politics, and tech awareness!
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Tragic Floods and Personal Loss
- A woman described desperately searching for five family members swept away in Texas floods, showing the tragedy's human impact.
- One cousin survived by clinging to a tree after being carried 15 miles in floodwaters.
Weather Service Staffing Under Scrutiny
- Search and rescue continue despite the shrinking window for survivors in Texas floods.
- Staffing shortages at National Weather Service offices may have impacted early warnings.
Misleading Social Security Tax Claims
- A Social Security email falsely claimed tax elimination on most retirees' benefits in new law.
- Experts warn that tax cuts in the law could weaken Social Security finances and risk benefit cuts by 2033.