The Headlines Senator Visits Wrongly Deported Man, and Trump’s ‘Kill List’ for Regulations
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Apr 18, 2025 A Maryland senator meets with a wrongly deported man, sparking discussions about immigration and advocacy. The White House is targeting regulations with a controversial 'kill list,' raising concerns about public safety. In Milwaukee, a lead crisis is exacerbated by budget cuts to safety programs. The podcast also delves into the tragic shooting at Florida State University and the ongoing antitrust battles Google is facing. Meanwhile, meat is seeing a resurgence in American diets, reflecting shifting culinary trends.
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Senator Meets Wrongly Deported Man
- Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen visited Kilmar Armando Abrego-Garcia, a man wrongfully deported to El Salvador, to discuss his case.
- Despite official accusations, Abrego-Garcia has never been charged as a violent gang member, underscoring a major miscarriage of justice.
Trump's Regulation 'Kill List'
- The Trump administration aims to create a "kill list" of federal regulations to censor and remove rapidly.
- This new approach could remove essential rules that protect workers, the environment, and public health, with widespread societal impact.
Cuts Impact Public Health and Service
- Budget cuts in AmeriCorps and the CDC have hindered community service and public health efforts.
- These cuts worsen crises like Milwaukee's lead paint exposure in schools, demonstrating the real-life costs of reduced federal support.