Up First from NPR Wrongly Deported, DOGE And Agency Data, Harvard Defies The White House
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Apr 15, 2025 A Maryland man has been wrongly deported to El Salvador, facing dire consequences despite a Supreme Court ruling in his favor. Alarming security issues arise at the National Labor Relations Board, raising concerns about data management. Meanwhile, Harvard University stands firm against the Trump administration's demands, highlighting tensions over academic freedom and federal influence. The podcast also touches on the devastating civil war in Sudan, emphasizing the challenges of ongoing peace talks amid a humanitarian crisis.
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Wrongful Deportation
- The White House won't return a Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador.
- Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele refuses to release him, defying a Supreme Court order.
NLRB Data Concerns
- After Elon Musk's DOGE accessed NLRB servers, records were deleted and security tools deactivated.
- A whistleblower, Daniel Baroulos, suggests a potential data breach.
Harvard Defies White House
- Harvard University defies Trump administration demands, risking billions in federal funds.
- The administration froze over $2.2 billion in contracts and grants after Harvard's refusal.