Jul 30 The U.S. is executing more people this year, and Florida is leading the way By Joshua Barajas Florida leads the nation in executions this year, setting new modern-day records. Continue reading
Jul 29 Watch 8:17 Trump’s ‘censorship and control’ campaign threatens press freedom, FCC commissioner says By Geoff Bennett, Karina Cuevas The $8 billion merger between Paramount and Skydance is fueling a fierce First Amendment fight and raising questions about the influence of the Trump administration. The FCC approved the deal by a 2-1 vote along party lines and came shortly… Continue watching
Jul 29 Watch 11:14 Senators highlight importance of working across the aisle in mission to fight wildfires By Amna Nawaz, Kyle Midura With razor-thin GOP majorities in the House and Senate, many lawmakers are retreating to their political corners rather than seeking out compromise. But one bipartisan duo is bucking the trend, arguing their disaster prevention proposal can overcome political dysfunction. Amna… Continue watching
Jul 29 Trump says Epstein ‘stole’ young women from Mar-a-Lago spa, including Virginia Giuffre By Chris Megerian, Eric Tucker, Associated Press President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Jeffrey Epstein “stole” young women who worked for the spa at Mar-a-Lago, the latest evolution in his description of how their highly scrutinized relationship ended years ago. Continue reading
Jul 29 With the fiscal year drawing to a close, congressional leaders are gearing up for a shutdown fight By Kevin Freking, Associated Press Republican lawmakers view the Democrats as itching for a shutdown after a series of political losses this year. Continue reading
Jul 29 Trump opens new golf course in Scotland, capping trip to promote his luxury properties By Will Weissert, Darlene Superville, Associated Press The new course is part of Trump International Golf Links, Scotland, and hosts a PGA Seniors Championship event later this week. Continue reading
Jul 29 Trump’s tariffs could squeeze U.S. factories and raise costs by up to 4.5%, a new analysis finds By Josh Boak, Paul Wiseman, Associated Press The analysis by the Washington Center for Equitable Growth warns of economic and political costs, especially in swing states with significant manufacturing sectors, like Michigan and Wisconsin. Continue reading
Jul 28 Watch 6:34 AMA president warns against preventive services task force cuts By Stephanie Sy, Jackson Hudgins Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reportedly intends to remove all 16 members of the United States Preventive Services Task Force. The highly influential panel plays a key role in determining what treatments insurers must cover and makes recommendations about… Continue watching
Jul 28 Watch 8:32 Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright on Trump’s trade deals and the economy By Amna Nawaz, Matt Loffman, Ian Couzens NPR’s Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright of NOTUS join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump's trade deals, the debate over the Jeffrey Epstein files and Vice President Vance hits the road to sell the administration’s… Continue watching
Jul 28 Watch 6:19 A look at ‘Project Esther’ and Trump’s approach to combat antisemitism on campus By Ali Rogin, Sam Lane, Layla Quran The Trump administration has launched investigations into colleges and universities. The White House accuses the schools of not doing enough to combat antisemitism on campus. Last week, Columbia University settled with the administration in a major deal that could be… Continue watching