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This podcast series is part of the AASHTO Environmental Management technical service program operated by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials and it explores a wide array of environmental topics that affect state departments of transportation and the infrastructure programs they oversee.In this podcast episode, Eucalitto delves into his family's connection to the transportation industry, how his career path shifted from foreign relations to transportation policy, and why he's made “centering safety” a key focal point not only for his AASHTO presidential emphasis areas but as the nucleus of his transportation career. He also discusses the critical importance of ongoing surface transportation funding reauthorization work by Congress and how that legislative effort impacts safety. He explains on the podcast that reauthorization “impacts everything we do” as state DOTs, especially in the safety arena. That's why it is critical to ensure that the current reauthorization package maintains – if not expands – the current level of federal funding to fully support the nation's transportation systems.Eucalitto is also AASHTO's first openly gay president and discusses how this part of his identity has helped make him more empathetic about protecting people physically, mentally, and emotionally – especially in terms of fostering a level of comfort so people can live openly in the workplace. Finally, Eucalitto looks to the future as part of his podcast interview – examining the ways state DOTs are seeking to broaden their “non-traditional” partnerships, along with ways state DOTs are working to improve the exchange of information between one another for disaster response and other needs.
Jon Cohen, senior correspondent with Science, reports on how countries that suffer high rates of HIV/AIDS are coping now that USAID funding has dried up, and how local governments, especially in places like Lesotho, are attempting to figure out solutions. Plus, Wafaa El-Sadr, MD, Columbia University professor of epidemiology and medicine and director of ICAP, a global health center at the school of public health, discusses ICAP's work in implementing PEPFAR (the President's Emergency Plan for AIDs Relief) in sub-Saharan Africa, and discusses the future of PEPFAR under the Trump administration.
Federal dollars that help small growers experiment with farming more sustainably are drying up. One farmer in the Salinas Valley wants to find ways to keep her land nourished despite precarious funding. Reporter: Elena Neale-Sacks, KAZU A federal appeals court will hear arguments Tuesday on President Donald Trump's decision to send armed troops to Los Angeles in response to immigration protests. Reporter: Marisa Lagos, KQED Governor Gavin Newsom and the state Legislature are proposing to gut California's main source of homelessness funding. Reporter: Marisa Kendall, CalMatters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gov. Tim Walz testified before Congress Thursday about Minnesota's cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Walz and two other democratic governors were questioned by a House committee about having what the Department of Homeland Security calls “sanctuary states.” Walz said Minnesota does not have any laws that make it a sanctuary state, and he says local law enforcement work with federal law enforcement.A Republican candidate for governor in Minnesota, Kendall Qualls is using the Walz testimony and the national debate over immigration to stake out a position in the race. Qualls called Minnesota a sanctuary state.Minnesota could lose up to $1.6 billion annually if proposed federal funding cuts to Medicaid take effect.Another defendant in the sprawling Feeding Our Future case has entered a guilty plea.I-94 will be closed to traffic in both directions this weekend between I-35W and Huron Boulevard for construction. The closure starts at 10 p.m. Friday and runs through early Monday. Traffic will be detoured north to Highway 36.The Metro Transit B Line opens Saturday. It's a 13-mile bus rapid transit line between St. Paul and Minneapolis via Lake Street and Marshall and Selby avenues.
Changes at the federal level are expected to have major effects on medical research. Recently on this program, we discussed how clinicians expect possible funding cuts to affect cancer research. This hour, we focus on HIV research. The Kaiser Family Foundation reports that the fiscal year 2026 budget request for domestic HIV programs is a 35% decline compared to the previous fiscal year. What does that mean for HIV research in our region? And how could it affect patients? Guest host Racquel Stephen addresses those questions with local experts: Michael Keefer, M.D., principal investigator at the Rochester Victory Alliance; and professor in the Departments of Medicine and Infectious Diseases and in the Center for Community Health and Prevention at the University of Rochester Medical Center Harold Smith, Ph.D. founder, CEO, and president of Oyagen, Inc.; and professor emeritus of biochemistry and biophysics at the University Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
During the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, public health professor Noé Crespo applied for a research grant from the National Institutes of Health to study ways to boost vaccination rates among Latinos. He and his colleagues designed a community outreach plan, paid a team to implement it, and collected results. All that remained was to analyze the data. But in April, the grant was terminated by the Trump administration, alongside many others nationwide, leaving his research in limbo. Guests: Noé Crespo, Professor of public health, San Diego State University Amy DiPierro, Reporter, EdSource Read more from EdSource: Federal grant cuts hit California universities hard, putting research in limbo Education Beat is a weekly podcast, hosted by EdSource's Zaidee Stavely and produced by Coby McDonald. Subscribe: Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube
This Day in Maine for Thursday, June 12th, 2025.
Today, we're excited to have Tiya Gordon, founder of It's Electric, back on the pod to discuss their progress since we last spoke in early 2024. She also gives us a big update on what's happening in the curbside charging space across the US. With the federal funding support being pulled, a lot of cities are facing challenges in meeting their electrification goals. It's Electric is thriving by helping them get curbside chargers in place with ZERO up-front costs. As if that wasn't enough, they also help building owners earn extra revenue. A true win-win solution. Tune in for some golden nuggets on what the market is doing now and an absolute master class on how to build a high-performance team at an early-stage clean tech startup. Links**Tiya Gordon | It's Electric**Listen to the first episode we did with Tiya - $167**#167 Urban Charging, Electrifying Cities, Pilots & Partnerships, & More w/ Tiya Gordon (It's Electric)**Connect with Somil on LinkedIn | Connect with Silas on LinkedIn**Follow CleanTechies on LinkedIn to fill your feeds with educational content **This podcast is NOT investment advice. Do your homework and due diligence before investing in anything discussed on this podcast.Support the showIf you're gonna change the world, you're gonna need a world-class team. Partner with ErthTech Talent to help you do that, for less. 70+ Placements 5+ Years (exclusively in CleanTech) The Lowest Fees in the Market (12-15% of first-year salary) 90-day placement guarantee It's really hard to say no to that. Wait?! -- The best service is also the cheapest? Seems too good to be true, but it's the entire reason we started this company. We believe that Climate entrepreneurs are doing important work, and there should be a firm to help them find the best talent, without it breaking the bank. Reach out today for a free assessment of your hiring process. hello@erthtechtalent.com
Today on Spotlight Now, we’re speaking to leaders of local nonprofit organizations about how they’re navigating federal funding cuts, and how the state might be stepping in to help: Michelle Bartell, Aloha United Way CEO; Amanda Pump, Child and Family Service CEO; and Amy Miller, Hawaii Foodbank CEO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Slam the Gavel welcomes Jonathan, a U.S. Navy veteran who served 8 years aboard submarines and Samantha, a South African immigrant. Together, they're raising three wonderful children and building their creative business, SilverCo Design, where they specialize in brand identity. In September 2024, their family faced an unexpected and life-changing event: their 5-year-old daughter was removed from their care without a warrant, without emergency circumstances, and without the due process every family is entitled to. The removal was based on coercion and a rushed and questionable medical report involving coordination between DSS, hospital staff, and local law enforcement. Almost 2 months later, they had been arrested, without ever being questioned, on charges that stemmed from incomplete information and procedural mis-steps. The arrest was an act of retaliation for filing an appeal to challenge the DSS Level-1 finding of "Abuse and Neglect." Since then, Jonathan and Samantha have been navigating a legal system that has made reunification unnecessarily difficult, despite their cooperation with DSS, and a home where two of their children, ages 10 and 1, continue to thrive. Throughout this journey, they both have chosen to advocate - not just for their family, but for others going through similar experiences. Now working with other parents and professionals to create a supportive network for families seeking reunification, as well as clarity in a system that often feels overwhelming to the both of them.To Reach Jonathan and Samantha McKnight: storiesforchangepodcast@gmail.comSupportshow(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)Maryann Petri: dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.comhttps://www.tiktok.com/@maryannpetriFacebook: https://www.youtube.com/@slamthegavelpodcasthostmar5536Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guitarpeace/Pinterest: Slam The Gavel Podcast/@guitarpeaceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryann-petri-62a46b1ab/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@slamthegavelpodcasthostmar5536 Twitter https://x.com/PetriMaryannEzlegalsuit.com https://ko-fi.com/maryannpetri*DISCLAIMER* The use of this information is at the viewer/user's own risk. Not financial, medical nor legal advice as the content on this podcast does not constitute legal, financial, medical or any other professional advice. Viewer/user's should consult with the relevant professionals. Reproduction, distribution, performing, publicly displaying and making a derivative of the work is explicitly prohibited without permission from content creator. Podcast is protected by owner. The content creator maintains the exclusive right and any unauthorized copyright infringement is subject to legal prosecution. Support the showSupportshow(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/
As early as next week, Congress will take up Trump's request to claw back $1.1 billion in support for public radio and TV.
In this week's episode, Dana and Val unpack the rising concern around potential federal funding cuts and their devastating impact on pediatric cancer research. Drawing from real-time experiences with researchers and families, they discuss the challenges of navigating social media noise, burnout, misinformation, and how research cycles already measured in decades could be further delayed. With only 4% of the national cancer research budget allocated to pediatric cancers, the stakes have never been higher.This show calls for more than awareness—it calls for action. Please be encouraged to donate, volunteer, or amplify trusted organizations like CKc to ensure progress doesn't stall in the face of political uncertainty and systemic underfunding.Whether you're a donor, advocate, parent, or simply someone who cares, this podcast will equip you with truth, context, and purpose. If you're ready to go beyond the outrage and be part of real change, this is the show for you.Tune in to hear this inspiring and informative conversation. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and join the fight to make Game Over: c*ncer a reality.Connect with Dana: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danaknichols/Connect with Val: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-solomon/Upcoming Ckc Events: https://cannonballkidscancer.org/category/make-an-impact/events/----------------------------------Podcast Produced by Hi Hello Labs: Website: https://www.hihellolabs.com/
In this episode of EdFix, education policy veterans Denise Forte and Andy Rotherham tackle one of the most pressing—and polarizing—questions in American education: should the U.S. Department of Education shrink or shift power to the states? With sharp insights and real-world experience, they unpack the motivations behind efforts to dismantle the department and what that could mean for equity, accountability, and student rights. From civil rights enforcement to federal funding, they explore what's lost (and what might be gained) in a state-led system. It's a timely and clear-eyed conversation about equity, accountability, and the future of public education. Denise Forte is President and CEO of EdTrust. Andy Rotherham is Co-Founder and Senior Partner at Bellwether. [Transcript for Episode 42 is available on EdFixPodcast.com]
Grant funding by the National Science Foundation has been cut by more than half this year, bringing the foundation's science funding to its lowest level in decades. Katrina Miller, who covers science for the New York Times, joins Host Flora Lichtman to unpack the cutbacks and discuss where the funding changes might lead.And, the FDA has cleared a blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer's disease. The first-of-its-kind test measures the levels of amyloid and tau proteins in a patient's blood, two major biomarkers of the disease. Alzheimer's researcher Jason Karlawish joins Flora to explain this new diagnostic tool and what it means for patients.Guests:Katrina Miller is a science reporter for The New York Times based in Chicago.Dr. Jason Karlawish is a professor of medicine, medical ethics and health policy, and neurology at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine, and co-director of the Penn Memory Center, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Transcripts for each segment will be available after the show airs on sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.
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In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Julie Gunlock discussed: NPR sues Trump over executive order cutting federal funding Trump says billions in federal funds stripped from Harvard should go to trade schools Harvard's Kennedy School Could Lose 60% of Students Under International Ban Trump admin pauses all student visas, considers vetting new applicants’ social media Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How proposed federal funding changes could affect job seekers in Milwaukee County. Books and Beyond explores the Wisconsin Talking Book and Braille Library. What people can learn from birds.
California refuses to protect women and girls from transgender activists. They are now in defiance of President Trump’s executive order. And now the president is threatening to pull all federal funding from the state. Agree or disagree?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on NPR suing President Trump.
John and Jonathan unpack the narrow House passage of Trump's “One Big Beautiful Bill” and its sweeping pro-life provisions—especially the 10-year defunding of Planned Parenthood. They reflect on legislative history, the power of reconciliation, and ponder its chances in the Senate. Plus: a bizarre bombing at a California IVF clinic opens a deeper conversation on the ethics of IVF and what Trump's upcoming executive order could mean for the future of life policy.
Episode 589: Neal and Toby chat about the bond market getting shivers after Trump's tax bill is projected to add to the federal deficit. Then, the US Treasury will finally put an end to adding new US pennies into circulation. Also, the box office has another blockbuster double-header with Mission Impossible and the Lilo & Stitch remake. Meanwhile, Bitcoin is the Stock of the Week and Nike is the Dog of the Week. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit endthecampaign.com for more Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - MBD Trivia Night 02:20 - Tax Bill Impact 07:40 - Goodbye Penny 11:00 - Lilo & Stitch vs Mission Impossible 14:40 - Stock of the Week: Bitcoin 17:50 - Dog of the Week: Penny 19:30 - Headlines All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative and involves a high degree of risk. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. APY as of 3/18/25, subject to change. *Terms and Conditions apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
GOP budget to cut federal funding for food stamps full 1721 Thu, 22 May 2025 19:51:34 +0000 zaky4kI2wzHzuPkRbMdelnXEp5vjbzgM news,a-newscasts,top picks Marty Griffin news,a-newscasts,top picks GOP budget to cut federal funding for food stamps On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed
6pm: Professors worry federal funding cuts to universities will threaten research and democracy // A history of innovation, invention and Federal Funding // John Debates Margaret on Federal Funding for NIH // Today in Hostory // 1873 - Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis receive patent for blue jeans // LA 2028 Olympics plans air taxi service for spectators
3pm: Professors worry federal funding cuts to universities will threaten research and democracy // A history of innovation, invention and Federal Funding // John Debates Margaret on Federal Funding for NIH // Today in Hostory // 1873 - Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis receive patent for blue jeans // LA 2028 Olympics plans air taxi service for spectators
Tribal colleges and universities have endured decades of chronic underfunding, relying heavily on federal support to stay afloat. Now, the Trump administration’s broad cuts to federal programs are hitting Indian Country hard, posing a serious threat to the future of these vital institutions. Stephanie Sy reports for our series, Rethinking College. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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In today's newscast, federal funds to support broadband services continue to dwindle. And, an update on an attack at a fertility clinic in Southern California.
Episode 4496: Cutting Reckless Federal Funding; Setting A True Foundation For America
A federal judge heard arguments in a legal challenge to the Trump administration’s sweeping cuts to AmeriCorps. Twenty-four states and the District of Columbia argue the administration overstepped its authority in slashing the program. Lisa Desjardins spoke with nonprofit organizations facing budget cuts and conservatives who want their funding slashed. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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A federal judge heard arguments in a legal challenge to the Trump administration’s sweeping cuts to AmeriCorps. Twenty-four states and the District of Columbia argue the administration overstepped its authority in slashing the program. Lisa Desjardins spoke with nonprofit organizations facing budget cuts and conservatives who want their funding slashed. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
Federal cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services mean that the Iowa Cancer Registry and Iowa Cancer Consortium could see a budget shortfall July 1.
Leaders of MIFA and the Aging Commission of the Mid-South talk on Behind The Headlines about uncertainty about possible cuts to federal funding.
Microbiologist Michael Baym studies antibiotic resistance at Harvard Medical School. He lost millions in federal funding this week.
On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Ben Yelin joins Kevin Kinnally to break down the seismic shifts in federal emergency management, including recent leadership changes at FEMA, the termination of the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program, and the ripple effects for local governments. As Maryland counties contend with rising threats — from extreme weather to infrastructure vulnerabilities — federal support remains a critical lifeline. Learn how the loss of BRIC funding disrupts local resilience projects and what it means for shovel-ready stormwater upgrades, flood mitigation, and coastal protections across the state. The conversation also covers MACo's recent advocacy push, where county emergency managers called on Maryland's congressional delegation to protect FEMA's mission and restore critical federal programs. About the GuestBen Yelin, JD, is the Program Director for Public Policy and External Affairs at the University of Maryland Center for Health and Homeland Security, where he consults public and private entities on homeland security, cybersecurity, and emergency management policy. He is also an adjunct faculty member at the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, where he teaches courses on electronic surveillance and the Fourth Amendment. Useful LinksPrevious Conduit Street Coverage: County Emergency Managers to Congress: Protect FEMA, Restore BRICPrevious Conduit Street Coverage: FEMA Cancels Resilience Grants, Leaving Counties at RiskFollow us on Socials!MACo on TwitterMACo on Facebook
Serafina Palandech, Executive Director of SebArts, joins the Exchange.
In the wake of Steelton's Cleveland-Cliffs plant temporarily laying off more than 500 employees, a southwestern Pennsylvania state senator says his new bill could encourage new investment in aging steel plants. The Pennsylvania State Police will no longer carry shotguns in their cruisers. Early May rainfall, along with expected rainfall this week, may ease Lancaster County's severe drought status. Berks County officials are reviewing a report analyzing the county inmate population and its finding that jail is too often used as a default tool to address social issues such as poverty, homelessness and substance use. Pottsville Mayor Mark Atkinson is resigning for health reasons. The Hershey Bears continue their quest for their third straight Calder Cup, as well as their 14th AHL championship overall. Last year, a nonprofit group in Pittsburgh, with a partner in Philadelphia, was awarded a large federal grant as part of a $2 billion climate justice program through the Inflation Reduction Act. But now, climate and environmental justice projects are "out" with the Trump administration, and the grant has evaporated. The Allegheny Front’s Julie Grant reports what's at stake. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Indiana Pacers are one game away from advancing to the NBA Eastern Conference Finals. Eli Lilly and Company announce an expanded partnership with Purdue University. An Indianapolis Public Schools district school will convert to a charter school. The Trump Administration terminates federal funding that supports artists across Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is a federal agency that funds programs in libraries nationwide. In March, President Trump signed an executive order to slash the agency's funding. And California's Braille and Talking Book Library, which serves the state's blind and print-disabled community, could be hit by these cuts. Reporter: Jasmine Ascencio, UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism Over the weekend, Catholic churchgoers attended the first Sunday mass since the election of the first pope with Creole ancestry. Reporter: Billy Cruz, KQED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Earlier this month, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's board of directors to cease federal funding for NPR and PBS.MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her guests about how defunding NPR and PBS could affect public radio and TV stations around the country. Guests:Maribel Pérez Wadsworth is the president and CEO of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation based in Miami, Florida. She is the first woman and the seventh president to lead the Knight foundation, which supports informed and engaged communities through investments in journalism, the arts and research in media and democracy. She is also the former president of Gannett Media and is a former publisher of USA Today. Katherine Maher is the president and CEO of National Public Radio. Prior to joining NPR, she was the CEO of Web Summit, an international technology conference. Before that, she was CEO of the Wikimedia Foundation, where she was responsible for the free online encyclopedia Wikipedia.
In this second part from the Milken Global Institute, Jeff Selingo engages in a provocative conversation with investor and Harvard critic Bill Ackman. They discuss the challenges facing elite higher education today—from DEI rollbacks and government funding threats to what Ackman describes as Harvard's financial crisis and governance failures. Ackman argues that administrative bloat, viewpoint homogeneity, and an unsustainable business model have undermined top institutions, while suggesting Harvard's $53 billion endowment may be significantly overvalued. The discussion explores contentious issues in admissions fairness, including legacy preferences, and concludes with Ackman's vision for higher education's future, where competition from new models might force established universities to reform or risk irrelevance. Key Moments0:00 - Intro1:04 - Federal Funding as a Lever of Influence8:07 - Board Insulation at Harvard13:08 - Limiting Class Size14:25 - Fairness in Admissions18:27 - Where We Go From Here Connect with Michael Horn:Sign Up for the The Future of Education NewsletterWebsiteLinkedInX (Twitter)Threads Connect with Jeff Selingo:Sign Up for the Next NewsletterWebsiteX (Twitter)ThreadsLinkedIn Connect with Future U:TwitterYouTubeThreadsInstagramFacebookLinkedIn Submit a question and if we answer it on air we'll send you Future U. swag!Sign up for Future U. emails to get special updates and behind-the-scenes content.
The Trump administration has begun canceling grant funding for arts organizations across the country. As word of the funding cuts hit different communities — Oklahoma City; Pittsburgh; New Orleans; Rochester among the first — a group of senior officials at the National Endowment for the Arts announced their resignations. For some local organizations, the funding cuts are coming almost immediately, after they had planned for the money. Evan and co-host Leah Stacy welcome guests to discuss what's cut, and what could be lost as a result. Our guests: Peter Conners, publisher and executive director of BOA Editions, Ltd. Jessica Johnston, executive director of Visual Studies Workshop, Inc. Chad W. Post, publisher of Open Letter Books Sherry Vile, executive director of A Magical Journey Thru Stages
Libraries, museums and theatres are just a few of the community institutions facing federal funding losses statewide.
In this episode of Passing Judgment, host Jessica Levinson speaks with NPR's Elissa Nadworny to unpack the Trump administration's efforts to withhold federal funding from colleges and universities over issues like antisemitism and DEI practices. They discuss how these unprecedented moves are impacting not campus life, but vital medical and scientific research nationwide. Elissa explains the legal challenges schools like Harvard are mounting in response, the stakes involved for the entire higher education sector, and the broader implications for public policy.Here are three key takeaways you don't want to miss:Federal Funding as a Lever in Higher Education Policy: The episode opens by surveying recent actions from the Trump administration regarding federal funding for colleges and universities. The administration is using financial levers—pausing, freezing, or cutting funds—to influence policies on campus, particularly tied to issues like DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) and antisemitism. Mechanisms and Legality of Federal Control: The speakers discuss how and why the administration has the power to control this funding. The complexities of federal funding—who controls the purse strings, when Congress vs. the executive branch has authority, and what legal mechanisms are at play—come up. The episode highlights that while presidents can make funding conditional, the legality often hinges on whether proper procedures are followed (Administrative Procedures Act), not just on broad authority.Who Really Loses When Funds Are Cut: The speakers emphasize that federal research dollars are not just about student amenities—they fund major scientific, medical, and technological research. The implications of large-scale cuts ripple well beyond campuses, potentially hurting national health, technological innovation, and local economies (since universities are major employers and research hubs).Follow Our Host: @LevinsonJessica
The Trump Administration has terminated grants from 365 groups that help victims of crime, abuse and violence. One such group is the Circle of Brotherhood in Miami. Brother Lyle Muhammad is the executive director of that organization and he joins Billy Corben to talk about the fall out from the withholding of money to these groups. Also, Abel Delgado, the president of the Miami-Dade Democratic Hispanic Caucus comes on the show to speak on how the Hispanic politicians of South Florida has betrayed their constituents who are in danger of being deported by ICE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On Washington Wednesday, federal funding for universities; on World Tour, news from Nigeria, Australia, Puerto Rico, and Kyrgyzstan; and the effect of tariffs at the northern border. Plus, a pausing politics for a hockey game, Ericka Andersen on helping teens in crisis, and the Wednesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from I Witness, an immersive audio drama exploring stories of faith and transformation. On podcast apps or at iwitnesspod.comAnd from LIFE International, fighting the scourge of abortion globally, teaching about The Father's Heart for Life. LifeInternational.com
This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:14 - 11:35)Not All Sanity is Lost: UK Supreme Court Upholds Biological Definition of a Women by Part II (11:35 - 18:38)A War Over Transgender Athletes in Maine: The Trump Administration Sues Maine Over Participation of Biological Males in Female SportsPart III (18:38 - 25:33)If You Accept Federal Money, You are Under Federal Law: Harvard Squares Off with Trump Administration – After It's Accepted Billions in Dollars of Federal Funding (and Demands More)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.
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