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Apr 18, 2025 • 7min
Senator’s post-El Salvador trip, IRS leadership shakeup, Pope Francis’ Easter & more
A Democratic senator is defending a man wrongfully deported to El Salvador after his recent trip there. President Donald Trump offered a less hardline approach to a stance on walking away from talks to end Ukraine’s war. We have an update about Trump’s pick to lead the IRS. There’s new developments on a key court battle between the White House and Associated Press. Plus, a different Easter for Pope Francis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 18, 2025 • 7min
FSU shooting update, measles cases surge, new merger approved & more
We’re getting new accounts from people who escaped a deadly mass shooting at Florida State University in Tallahassee. Another federal judge put the Trump administration’s downsizing efforts on hold. We're looking ahead to the second round of high-stakes talks between the US and Iran. We have a startling update on a multistate outbreak. And, there could very soon be a new biggest credit card company in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 18, 2025 • 6min
Vance in Italy, ICE releases American citizen, unpaid toll scam & more
Vice President J.D. Vance shares insights from Italy on the Ukraine conflict, emphasizing US-Italy partnerships in global security. A tragic shooting at Florida State University brings attention to its suspect's background. In a surprising twist, a US citizen detained by ICE has been released. Listeners are warned about a scam involving fake unpaid toll texts. Additionally, a prominent car manufacturer settles a racial discrimination lawsuit, highlighting ongoing social issues in corporate America.

Apr 18, 2025 • 6min
El Salvador visit, Harvard donations, atmospheric rivers & more
A Maryland Senator has met with the man the US admits was mistakenly deported to El Salvador. Harvard University is getting more donations as the Trump administration continues to freeze funding. The US is planning to bring in new fees for Chinese ships docking and American ports. Dozens of Houthis were killed in a US airstrike. Plus, an atmospheric river is fueling storms and heavy rain in parts of the US this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 18, 2025 • 6min
FSU shooting suspect, Luigi Mangione’s federal charges, rap beef escalates & more
A tragic shooting at Florida State University has left two people dead, shedding light on the shooter's background and connected immigration issues. In a dramatic turn, a suspect linked to UnitedHealthcare has been indicted on federal charges. Meanwhile, international negotiations regarding Ukraine illustrate escalating tensions, as the Secretary of State hints at a possible U.S. withdrawal. On the music front, Drake's legal battle against his record label over defamation claims is escalating, adding fuel to the ever-intense rap beef.

Apr 17, 2025 • 7min
FSU shooting latest, birthright citizenship case, feud with the Fed & more
Tragic events unfold in Tallahassee with a mass shooting at Florida State University, leaving the community devastated. The Supreme Court takes on contentious issues, including challenges to Trump’s birthright citizenship policy. In the political sphere, tensions rise as Trump targets Fed Chair Jerome Powell over interest rates. Furthermore, troubling news emerges for homebuyers amidst the shifting economic landscape, highlighting the impact of trade tariffs on mortgage rates.

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Apr 17, 2025 • 7min
Talks with Italy's PM, Google’s antitrust ruling, FSU mass shooting & more
Trade talks between the U.S. President and Italy's Prime Minister reveal potential shifts in EU relations, especially around tariffs affecting American consumers. A federal judge's ruling takes a significant aim at Google's advertising practices, impacting its dominant position. Immigration challenges surface for a Tufts University student fighting a tough case. Meanwhile, a shooting at Florida State University sends shockwaves through the community, with firsthand accounts adding to the urgency of law enforcement responses. Tensions also rise as Iran reacts to U.S. nuclear signals.

Apr 17, 2025 • 7min
Trump attacks Powell, Harvard’s tax-exempt status, Fyre Fest 2’s future & more
President Trump expresses frustration with the Federal Reserve and targets Harvard's tax-exempt status. A leaked budget cut proposal threatens federal health agencies. Meanwhile, U.S. and Ukrainian officials gather in Paris, but hopes for a peace deal with Russia seem bleak. In the world of music, Fyre Fest 2 faces new hurdles, raising eyebrows about its management. Tune in for a fascinating blend of politics, international relations, and festival drama!

Apr 17, 2025 • 7min
Trump-Boasberg conflict heats up, Menendez brothers hearing, alien life & more
Tensions rise as President Trump's legal clash with Judge James Boasberg intensifies. The Menendez brothers face court decisions regarding their sentences while humanitarian crises unfold in Gaza and Puerto Rico, grappling with deadly strikes and power outages. Meanwhile, scientists celebrate a thrilling discovery on an exoplanet that hints at the possibility of alien life, sparking imaginations about what lies beyond our Earth.

Apr 17, 2025 • 7min
Harvard ultimatum, Maryland senator's El Salvador visit, billionaire crosswalks & more
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is putting Harvard University on notice regarding international student enrollments. A Maryland senator is advocating in El Salvador for a mistakenly deported father. In a surprising twist, a nutrition researcher has resigned amid claims of censorship. Meanwhile, ten New York prison guards face charges related to an inmate's fatal beating. Lastly, some crosswalks in Seattle have been hacked to impersonate billionaires, sparking discussions about wealth and public sentiment.


