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Apr 7, 2025 • 7min
Tariff turmoil, maternal healthcare warning, LA Dodgers at WH & more
We begin with how “fake news” caused a market whiplash today. The Supreme Court weighed in on the case to return a man mistakenly deported to El Salvador. Two former Biden-appointed officials fired by Trump got their jobs back for now. The WHO warns aid cuts threaten to undo decades of progress in maternal healthcare. Plus, the 2024 World Series champs visit the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 7, 2025 • 7min
Wall Street rollercoaster, deadly US storms, zoo’s first-time parents & more
We start with President Donald Trump’s latest tariff threat in an escalating trade war. We have new developments on a case regarding a man mistakenly deported to El Salvador. Danger is increasing for many communities hit by severe storms. An Idaho mother who was convicted of killing two of her kids is on trial again. And, two endangered residents at one zoo achieved a significant milestone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 7, 2025 • 7min
Volatile stock market, former DOGE worker speaks out, REAL IDs & more
We start with how the stock market is reacting to President Donald Trump’s tariff plan, as countries offer to negotiate. A former DOGE employee's warning on the agency’s agenda. Two US border officials have been charged – we'll tell you why. Aid agencies sound the alarm as Israel’s blockade in Gaza enters a second month. Plus, new federal rules will be coming into effect around IDs and flying. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 7, 2025 • 7min
Market plunges continue, mistaken deportation deadline, child star dies & more
Global markets have tanked as the world continues to react to US tariffs. The Trump administration has until the end of today to return a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to a mega prison in El Salvador. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is visiting the White House today. Harriet Tubman’s image has been removed from a web page about the “Underground Railroad.” And, an actor who played one of TV’s mischievous children has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 7, 2025 • 7min
Global markets turmoil, Texas measles death, Palestinian American teen killed & more
Stock markets have tanked around the world as reaction to President Donald Trump’s tariffs continue. Kentucky flooding has swamped entire communities. A second child has died from measles in Texas. Israeli soldiers killed a Palestinian American teenager. Plus, we’ll bring you the highlights from the Women’s NCAA basketball tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 6, 2025 • 25min
One Thing: The Hidden Costs of Trump’s National Parks Cuts
As DOGE-led cuts continue to rock the federal government, we hear from National Parks employees about what’s at stake for visitors and wildlife, as well as the threat to the preservation of the history behind public lands.Guests: Andria Townsend & Helen DhueHave a tip or question about the new Trump administration? Call us at 202-240-2895. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 5, 2025 • 15min
5 Good Things: The Heart Transplant that Connected Two Families
Chicks of America’s favorite bald eagle couple have been named. How a school superintendent in PA gets stringed instruments in students’ hands for free. A teen heart transplant recipient's push for organ donation awareness. These 90-somethings found a new way to fight loneliness and stay connected. Plus, lost wedding photos took an incredible journey back home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 4, 2025 • 7min
Stocks battered by sell-off, teacher grants frozen, TikTok’s deadline extended & more
Investors’ fears over tit-for-tat tariffs sent markets tumbling for a second day. The Trump administration got its first win at the Supreme Court since reclaiming power. TikTok’s future in the US still hangs in the balance. A federal judge has ruled on a case regarding the Trump administration’s error over deportation flights to El Salvador. Plus, the latest update on a growing measles outbreak in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 4, 2025 • 6min
Inflation warning, pandemic-level job cuts, new Diddy charges & more
We start with the Fed chair’s warning about President Donald Trump’s tariffs on inflation. The Secretary of State weighs in on Trump’s tariffs, a Ukraine peace deal and Myanmar earthquake recovery efforts. The federal government took mass layoffs to another level last month. We break down Sean “Diddy” Combs’ latest charges ahead of his trial next month. Plus, everything you need to know about the Women’s Final Four tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 4, 2025 • 7min
Stocks tumble, Social Security downsize, Russell Brand charges and more
We begin with the latest market reactions to President Donald Trump’s tariff policies. The Social Security Administration is making big cuts to its technology team. We tell you how the job market has fared in March. Trump targets more Ivy League schools for federal funding cuts. Plus, the charges against British comedian Russell Brand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


