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Sean Diddy Combs Trial HALTED Juror's Vertigo Exposes Federal Case Chaos Day 28 Updates The Sean "Diddy" Combs federal trial took an unexpected turn on June 18, 2025, when a juror's vertigo forced Judge Arun Subramanian to adjourn proceedings. This marks the latest disruption in the high-stakes racketeering and sex trafficking case that could send the hip-hop mogul to prison for life. In this comprehensive true crime analysis, we examine Day 28 of the federal trial, including the delayed testimony of Brendan Paul, Combs' former assistant who received immunity in exchange for cooperation. Paul, a former Syracuse basketball player, was expected to provide crucial testimony about his alleged role in drug transportation and other criminal activities within what prosecutors call Combs' "criminal enterprise." The trial has revealed disturbing evidence, including $46,000 in hotel damages from alleged "freak-offs," explicit videos shown to the jury, and testimony from Special Agent DeLeassa Penland detailing the sophisticated logistics behind the alleged crimes. With five federal charges including racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, Combs faces the possibility of life imprisonment. This video breaks down the legal strategies, analyzes the psychological dynamics of power and control, and examines how Wednesday's delay impacts the prosecution's timeline. We also discuss the recent dismissal of Juror #6 and what this means for the defense team led by Marc Agnifilo. Whether you're following this case closely or just learning about these serious allegations, this video provides essential context about one of the most significant celebrity criminal trials of 2025. #DiddyTrial #SeanCombs #TrueCrime #FederalTrial #Racketeering #SexTrafficking #BreakingNews #CourtUpdate #CriminalJustice #BrendanPaul Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?  Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872  

Sean Diddy Combs Trial HALTED Juror's Vertigo Exposes Federal Case Chaos Day 28 Updates The Sean "Diddy" Combs federal trial took an unexpected turn on June 18, 2025, when a juror's vertigo forced Judge Arun Subramanian to adjourn proceedings. This marks the latest disruption in the high-stakes racketeering and sex trafficking case that could send the hip-hop mogul to prison for life. In this comprehensive true crime analysis, we examine Day 28 of the federal trial, including the delayed testimony of Brendan Paul, Combs' former assistant who received immunity in exchange for cooperation. Paul, a former Syracuse basketball player, was expected to provide crucial testimony about his alleged role in drug transportation and other criminal activities within what prosecutors call Combs' "criminal enterprise." The trial has revealed disturbing evidence, including $46,000 in hotel damages from alleged "freak-offs," explicit videos shown to the jury, and testimony from Special Agent DeLeassa Penland detailing the sophisticated logistics behind the alleged crimes. With five federal charges including racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, Combs faces the possibility of life imprisonment. This video breaks down the legal strategies, analyzes the psychological dynamics of power and control, and examines how Wednesday's delay impacts the prosecution's timeline. We also discuss the recent dismissal of Juror #6 and what this means for the defense team led by Marc Agnifilo. Whether you're following this case closely or just learning about these serious allegations, this video provides essential context about one of the most significant celebrity criminal trials of 2025. #DiddyTrial #SeanCombs #TrueCrime #FederalTrial #Racketeering #SexTrafficking #BreakingNews #CourtUpdate #CriminalJustice #BrendanPaul Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?  Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Sean Diddy Combs Trial HALTED Juror's Vertigo Exposes Federal Case Chaos Day 28 Updates The Sean "Diddy" Combs federal trial took an unexpected turn on June 18, 2025, when a juror's vertigo forced Judge Arun Subramanian to adjourn proceedings. This marks the latest disruption in the high-stakes racketeering and sex trafficking case that could send the hip-hop mogul to prison for life. In this comprehensive true crime analysis, we examine Day 28 of the federal trial, including the delayed testimony of Brendan Paul, Combs' former assistant who received immunity in exchange for cooperation. Paul, a former Syracuse basketball player, was expected to provide crucial testimony about his alleged role in drug transportation and other criminal activities within what prosecutors call Combs' "criminal enterprise." The trial has revealed disturbing evidence, including $46,000 in hotel damages from alleged "freak-offs," explicit videos shown to the jury, and testimony from Special Agent DeLeassa Penland detailing the sophisticated logistics behind the alleged crimes. With five federal charges including racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, Combs faces the possibility of life imprisonment. This video breaks down the legal strategies, analyzes the psychological dynamics of power and control, and examines how Wednesday's delay impacts the prosecution's timeline. We also discuss the recent dismissal of Juror #6 and what this means for the defense team led by Marc Agnifilo. Whether you're following this case closely or just learning about these serious allegations, this video provides essential context about one of the most significant celebrity criminal trials of 2025. #DiddyTrial #SeanCombs #TrueCrime #FederalTrial #Racketeering #SexTrafficking #BreakingNews #CourtUpdate #CriminalJustice #BrendanPaul Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?  Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

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This Day in Legal History: Georgia v. McCollumOn June 18, 1992, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in Georgia v. McCollum, 505 U.S. 42 (1992), holding that criminal defendants cannot use peremptory challenges to exclude jurors on the basis of race. This decision extended the logic of Batson v. Kentucky—which barred prosecutors from racially discriminatory jury strikes—to defense attorneys, ensuring both sides are bound by the Equal Protection Clause. The case involved white defendants in Georgia who sought to remove Black jurors, prompting the state to challenge the defense's strikes as racially biased.The Court, in a 7–2 opinion written by Justice Blackmun, reasoned that racial discrimination in jury selection, regardless of the source, undermines public confidence in the justice system and the constitutional guarantee of a fair trial. It emphasized that the courtroom is not a private forum and that all participants—prosecutors, defense attorneys, and judges—must adhere to constitutional principles.Importantly, the decision addressed the state action requirement, acknowledging that while defense attorneys are not state actors in the traditional sense, their participation in the jury selection process is conducted under judicial supervision and is thus attributable to the state. This broadened the scope of equal protection enforcement in criminal proceedings.The ruling was a major step toward eradicating racial bias in the judicial process, reinforcing that justice must not only be impartial but also be perceived as such. By holding defense attorneys to the same standard as prosecutors, the Court ensured that the integrity of jury selection is preserved across the board. The decision also highlighted the evolving understanding of the judiciary's role in preventing systemic discrimination, even in adversarial settings.Georgia v. McCollum remains a critical precedent in both constitutional law and criminal procedure, illustrating the Court's commitment to fairness in one of the most fundamental aspects of the legal system—trial by jury.U.S. District Judge Julia Kobick expanded a prior injunction, blocking the Trump administration's passport policy that restricted transgender, nonbinary, and intersex individuals from obtaining passports reflecting their gender identity. Kobick found that the State Department's revised policy—mandating passports list only “biological” sex at birth—likely violated the Fifth Amendment by discriminating on the basis of sex and reflecting irrational bias.Initially, the injunction applied only to six plaintiffs, but Kobick's ruling now grants class-action status, halting enforcement of the policy nationwide. The policy stems from an executive order signed by Trump after returning to office in January 2025, directing all federal agencies to recognize only two sexes and abandon the gender marker flexibility introduced under the Biden administration in 2022.The ruling marks a legal setback for the administration's effort to reimpose binary sex classifications across federal documents. The ACLU, representing the plaintiffs, called it a critical win for transgender rights. The White House condemned the ruling as judicial overreach. The broader case remains ongoing.US judge blocks Trump passport policy targeting transgender people | ReutersEducational toy company Learning Resources petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to take up its challenge to President Donald Trump's tariffs before lower court appeals conclude. The company argues that Trump's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose broad tariffs is unconstitutional and economically damaging, citing a May 29 district court ruling that found the tariffs illegal. That decision, however, is currently stayed pending appeal.Learning Resources' CEO, Rick Woldenberg, warned that delaying Supreme Court review could cost American businesses up to $150 billion due to ongoing tariff-related costs. He described the tariffs as a hidden tax and accused the government of forcing importers to act as involuntary tax collectors.Two federal courts have already ruled against Trump's interpretation of IEEPA, a law historically used for targeted sanctions, not general trade policy. The administration defends the tariffs as a legal response to national emergencies like trade imbalances and drug trafficking, though critics say the justification is legally thin and economically harmful.While rare, the Supreme Court has expedited cases of national significance in the past, such as Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. A key appeals court hearing on Trump's tariff authority is scheduled for July 31.Small business seeks early Supreme Court review of Trump's tariffs | ReutersA federal judge has also temporarily blocked the Trump administration from enforcing a new Department of Defense policy that would cap indirect cost reimbursements to universities at 15%. The move came in response to a lawsuit filed by 12 research institutions—including MIT and Johns Hopkins—as well as major academic associations. These groups argued that the cap violated existing federal regulations and congressional intent.The Department of Defense had framed the policy as a cost-saving measure, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claiming it could save up to $900 million annually. However, universities rely on indirect cost reimbursements to fund infrastructure, staff, and equipment that support research across multiple projects—not just the ones directly funded.The ruling by Judge Brian Murphy, a Biden appointee, mirrors earlier judicial blocks of similar funding cuts proposed by the NIH and Department of Energy. A hearing is scheduled for July 2 to determine whether a longer-term injunction should be issued. The case highlights growing legal resistance to the administration's broader push to reduce federal spending on scientific research.US judge blocks Defense Department from slashing federal research funding | ReutersThe U.S. Supreme Court upheld Tennessee's law banning puberty blockers and hormone therapy for transgender minors in a 6–3 decision that sets a national precedent and effectively greenlights similar restrictions in over 20 states. Writing for the majority, Chief Justice Roberts concluded that the law neither classifies based on sex nor targets transgender status, and thus only required rational basis review—not heightened constitutional scrutiny. The Court accepted Tennessee's framing of the law as neutral and medically cautious, not discriminatory, citing European health policy shifts and purported uncertainty around gender-affirming care as justification.Critics, including the Court's liberal bloc, argued the law does in fact discriminate based on sex and gender identity by banning medical treatment only when it aims to affirm a transgender identity. Justice Sotomayor, in dissent, emphasized that the law's language and application plainly hinge on a minor's “sex as assigned at birth,” drawing troubling parallels to older jurisprudence that permitted covert forms of discrimination under the guise of neutrality.The ruling marks a major rollback of legal protections for transgender youth, ignoring years of precedent that increasingly recognized transgender identity as a constitutionally protected status. By lowering the scrutiny threshold and deferring to legislative “uncertainty,” the Court provided a road map for states to restrict gender-affirming care through general, non-explicitly discriminatory language. The majority's refusal to engage with medical consensus or the real-world impact on transgender youth reveals a troubling judicial posture: one that values legislative deference over individual rights, even when the stakes include physical and psychological harm to a vulnerable group.Supreme Court Upholds Curbs on Treatment for Transgender Minors This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN).This week's episode is brought to you by our friends at SugarCRM. If your sales team is struggling to close deals, you need to read "How to Close More Deals in Manufacturing," a new guide to modern, insight-driven sales.Every week, we cover the five biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:NTSB Reveals Fuel Leak in American Airlines Engine FireOrbic Hopes to Bring 1,000 Tech Jobs Back to US SoilP&G to Cut 7,000 Jobs Amid Economic UncertaintyBillion-Dollar Battery Factory Halts BMW EV ProjectJohn Deere Commits $20 Billion to U.S. ManufacturingIn Case You Missed It  How One Manufacturer Took AI to Prime Time – and It WorkedFabcon Precast Gets Max Penalty After Worker Crushed in Concrete MixerNew Drone Orders Aim to Counter Threats, Encouraging Flying Cars, Supersonic Flights Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line.Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Meesho heads back to India with a $288 million tax bill, FamApp's co-founder prepares to exit with a stake sale, Karnataka halts bike taxis but riders find a ‘parcel' hack, Meta names a new India boss and brings ads to WhatsApp, and Sequoia bets big on fintech startup Aspora's cross-border play. Tune in for top startup, tech, and business stories of the day!

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Today we're diving into the sixth of our eight-part series, exploring how nonprofits champion democracy and protect voting rights. We'll unpack the strategies these organizations use to advocate for democratic participation while operating within the law. This conversation feels especially urgent as we see acceleration to challenges to voting rights and democratic institutions in 2025.   Attorneys for this episode   Tim Mooney  Natalie Ossenfort Susan Finkle Sourlis    Shownotes Current Events / Executive Orders ·      Trump Administration Directives on Voting & Civil Rights o   Disbanded the DOJ Voting Rights Section's Election Monitoring Program. o   Rescinded Biden executive order promoting federal agency voter registration partnerships o   Halted implementation of interagency plans for voter access through social service agencies, and redirecting the Election Assistance Commission to implement draconian requirements outside the scope of its mission his authority over it. ·      Impact on Vulnerable Communities o   Revoked supporting access to the ballot for voters with disabilities and non-English speakers. o   Pressured USPS to deprioritize ballot delivery during election periods and issued an EO that attempts to reject mail in ballots postmarked on Election Day but received afterward.   Nonlobbying Advocacy Although you may consider this an off year for federal elections (but many local and state elections are happening this year)  – now is the time to work to ensure the protection of voting rights for the future. Advocacy can take many forms, lobbying is just one form. There are many ways organizations can advocate for change to ensure democracy and voting rights are secure. Organizing, educating the public, conducting research, executive branch and regulatory activities, working with your local state board of elections, trainings and litigation just to name a few way.   Here are some ways organizations have undertake ·      Educate the Public o   Democracy North Carolina launched a digital explainer on redistricting and gerrymandering for community audiences, and engaged in election protection work. This included monitoring polling stations for long lines, problems with voting, voting misinformation. ·      Hold a Rally or Event o   Detroit Action organized “Halloween Early Vote,” a trunk or treat in a historically underrepresented part of Detroit, promoting civic pride, early voting… and candy. ·      Litigation as Advocacy o   Campaign Legal Center and Southern Poverty Law Center sued Louisiana for new proof of citizenship documentation as a violation of federal law. o   League of United Latin American Citizens, the League of Women Voters Education Fund, the Democratic National Committee and others sued to overturn Trump's federal elections executive order, successfully enjoining some of the more egregious parts of it. Foundation-Funded Advocacy ·      Public and private foundations can fund 501(c)(3) nonpartisan voter engagement activities that do not support or oppose candidates for public office. ·      Special rules for private foundations re: voter registration drives (grants must be for nonpartisan VR drives conducted in 5 or more states over multiple election cycles), but community foundations can fund VR even for small, local, grassroots organizations. ·      Ford Foundation and Carnegie Corporation of New York have supported nonpartisan voter education and rights litigation to strengthen democracy and public trust in government.   Lobbying ·      Legislative Wins o   New York: Enacted the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act, pushed through with support from a coalition including Legal Defense Fund and Citizen Action of NY o   New Mexico: Passed legislation mandating automatic and same-day voter registration following lobbying by ProgressNow NM and allies. ·      Ballot Measures Protecting Voting Rights o   Michigan Proposal 2 (2022): Guaranteed early voting and drop boxes; supported by Voters Not Politicians and League of Women Voters of Michigan. o   Arizona: Local advocates, including Living United for Change in Arizona (LUCHA), defeated multiple voter suppression ballot initiatives. o   Nevada: Voters passed automatic voter registration (2018) and expanded it further in 2022 with strong nonprofit support. Resources ·      Democracy & Equity: The Advocacy Playbook for Democracy and Voting Rights ·      Public Charities Can Lobby (Factsheet) ·      Practical Guidance: what your nonprofit needs to know about lobbying in your state ·      Investing in Change: A Funder's Guide to Supporting Advocacy ·      What is Advocacy? 2.0 ·      Seize the initiative

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is making the air in Southern Wisconsin some of the worst in the nation. Republicans in the state legislature and Governor Evers have called off negotiations on the state budget. And, for the first time ever, Milwaukee's Pride Parade will have a professional athlete as its Grand Marshal.

The Missouri Supreme Court ordered a Jackson County judge to lift her rulings that allowed abortions to resume in the state. Why did the court decide to put the ban back into effect for now?

This Week in Oklahoma Politics, KOSU's Michael Cross talks with Republican Political Consultant Neva Hill and Civic Leader Andy Moore about a budget deal announcement from Governor Stitt and legislative leaders, new information on a review of the State Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse and a Senate Committee's approval of three nominations for the State Board of Education.The trio also discusses the halt of Oklahoma's controversial immigration law by a federal judge and Governor Stitt using his veto pen more this year than at any other time in his tenure.

HR1 - Reports of Ronald Acuña Jr. rejoining Braves Friday halted by Alex Anthopoulos In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing to the Washington Nationals 5-3 last night, and Spencer Strider struggling in his first start since he went on the injured list on April 21st with a strained right hamstring after making just one appearance earlier in the season. Mike, Beau, and Ali also let you hear Braves' Manager Brian Snitker talk about Strider's outing, and react to what Snitker had to say. The Morning Shift crew also lets you hear Braves' General Manager Alex Anthopoulos talk about how it's unlikely that Ronald Acuña Jr. will be back with the Braves on Friday, and react to what Anthopoulos had to say as well. Then, Mike, Beau, and Ali talk about what the expectations should be for third round pick Xavier Watts and fourth round pick Billy Bowman Jr. The Morning Shift crew also explains how the Atlanta Falcons become a championship by hitting on those third and fourth round picks and developing them. Mike, Beau, and Ali also react to the NFL passing a proposal that permits NFL players to participate in flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, and explain why the Atlanta Falcons should be represented on Team USA's flag football team despite the injury risk. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour one by diving into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

In this episode, I sit down with my family, Apache Stronghold members to talk about the recent federal court decision temporarily halting the transfer of Oak Flat (Chi'chil Biłdagoteel) to a multinational mining company.Joining me are Wendsler Nosie, Theresa Nosie, Vanessa Nosie, Naelyn Pike, and Baase Pike, spiritual leaders, land defenders, and family members who have fought for years at the center of this battle.We reflect on the significance of the court's decision and what it truly signifies to our people and to our future generations. We discuss the spiritual aspect of the struggle, the emotional strength it takes to continue, and the next phases in both the legal and the ceremonial journey to protect Oak Flat. This isn't just a legal battle, it's a battle to preserve our way of life, our connection to sacred lands, and the strength of our ancestors who live on in us.This event transcends news headlines—it's authentic, improvisational insight into intergenerational struggle, love, and spiritual resilience.Oak Flat is sacred. The fight is far from over.Apache Stronghold Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SaveOakFlatArizonaProtect Oak Flat Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/protectoakflat?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

AP correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports on the new deal between NJ Transit and train engineers.

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In today's episode continuing our eight-part series, we examine how nonprofits are effectively advocating for environmental justice. We'll analyze practical strategies for building awareness and securing advocacy funding while navigating the regulatory frameworks that govern nonprofit activism. Join us for a clear-eyed look at how organizations are making meaningful progress in environmental protection and climate action.    Attorneys for this episode   Tim Mooney  Quyen Tu  Susan Finkle Sourlis    Shownotes   Current Events / Executive Orders:  • Trump Administration Environmental Rollbacks  • Rescinded EPA's Environmental Justice Screening Tool (EJSCREEN)  • Repealed Biden-era executive orders on Justice40, climate equity, and cumulative impacts assessments  • Reinstated NEPA rules from 2019, reducing environmental review for pipelines, highways, and factories  • Revoked protections for sacred Indigenous lands (e.g., Bears Ears downsizing, drilling leases on Chaco Canyon perimeter)  • Impacts on Vulnerable Communities:  • Halted all EPA funding for community air monitoring programs in EJ-designated census tracts  • Suspended grants to community-based climate resilience projects  • Cut FEMA's BRIC (Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities) equity prioritization language  • Reopened refineries and power plants previously closed for Clean Air Act violations, especially in Black and Latino neighborhoods  • EPA DEI cuts:  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced plans to cancel nearly 800 environmental justice grants, totaling over $1.5 billion, which were intended to support projects mitigating climate change impacts in vulnerable communities .  •  Additionally, the EPA is undergoing a reduction in force, affecting employees in its Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights, as part of a broader effort to realign the agency's mission    ·      Non-Lobbying Advocacy o   Nonpartisan Advocacy 101: 501(c)(3)s cannot support or oppose candidates for public office, but they can… o   Educate the public about issues of importance to your organization. §  Waterkeeper Alliance is holding EPA Admin Lee Zeldin accountable for cuts to PFAS research. o   Hold a rally §  Memphis Community Against Pollution rallied to celebrate a victory for clean water, while turning its attention to a clean air fight against an Elon Musk-owned company's proposed data center. o   Initiate or participate in litigation §  AFJ member Earthjustice has sued the Trump administration's improper withholding of IRA grant funds for projects that included Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grants to install solar panels on small farms. o   Fund Advocacy §  Meyer Memorial Trust funded  41 organizations with EJ awards totaling $6.9 million in 2024 with a focus on frontline and indigenous communities   ·      Lobbying o   501(c)(3) public charities are also allowed to use unrestricted funds to engage in some lobbying activities. o   Tax Code Lobbying 101: Public charities can lobby, but they are limited in how much lobbying they may engage in. §  Insubstantial part test vs. 501(h) expenditure test. §  Under either test, lobbying includes attempts to influence legislation at any level of government. §  Track your local, state, and federal lobbying, and stay within your lobbying limits. o   State/local level lobbyist registration and reporting requirements may also apply when engaging in legislative and executive branch advocacy. o   Ballot measure advocacy (direct lobbying) could also implicate state / local campaign finance and election laws. o   Lobbying wins §  Hawaii just passed a first-of-its-kind climate tax on short-term accommodations to fund defenses against climate change fueled disasters. Sierra Club of Hawaii has been actively lobbying on climate change legislation for years. §  Ballot measure wins (h/t The Nature Conservancy) ·      California: $10 billion climate bond that funds climate resilience, protecting clean drinking water and preventing catastrophic wildfires.  ·      Washington: An effort to roll back the state's Climate Commitment Act was defeated. The CCA provides millions for conservation, climate and wildfire funding, including funding for Tribal nations and at-risk communities. ·      Minnesota: Renewal of the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund for another 25 years. The fund will provide $2 billion ($80 million per year from state lottery proceeds) to protect water, land and wildlife across the state. Resources – ·      Earth & Equity: The Advocacy Playbook for Environmental Justice ·      Public Charities Can Lobby (Factsheet) ·      Practical Guidance: what your nonprofit needs to know about lobbying in your state ·      Investing in Change: A Funder's Guide to Supporting Advocacy ·      What is Advocacy? 2.0  

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India has banned imports from or through Pakistan, following last week's deadly attack in Kashmir that killed 26 tourists.

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Erica Hellerstein's reporting for El Tímpano follows the story of Pedro Romero Perez, a survivor of the 2023 Half Moon Bay mass shooting that left seven people dead, including his brother Jose. The tragedy exposed deplorable conditions in San Mateo County's agricultural industry: farm workers earning less than minimum wage while living in shipping containers without running water. Perez, who survived five gunshot wounds, emerged as an unexpected voice for change through a lawsuit against his former employer.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Azar Jammine, Director and Chief economist at Econometrix and Sam Mkokeli, Business Times Columnist and political researcher about the R13.5bn financial gap if a VAT hike is halted. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk.There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.zaSubscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa.Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love covers three major tech stories. OpenAI is reportedly developing a new AI-powered social media platform to challenge X (formerly Twitter), with the aim of creating a healthier digital public square. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg defends the company's acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp in a historic US antitrust trial, arguing they were legal and necessary in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Lastly, China has suspended exports of critical rare earth elements, disrupting global supply chains and affecting industries such as technology, electric vehicles, and defense. 00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:23 OpenAI's Potential Social Media Platform 02:30 Zuckerberg Defends Meta in Antitrust Trial 04:21 China Halts Rare Earth Exports 07:53 Conclusion and Sign Off

An Obama-appointed judge temporarily blocks the Trump administration's push to revoke mass parole for over half a million migrants. But is this just a legal technicality — or a calculated move in a larger political war? Andrea Lewis joins to break down how executive power, due process, and left-leaning immigration courts are being used to stall deportations and shape America's future electorate. From secret flights to MS-13 loopholes, this is the civil war no one's voting on — but everyone's caught in.

Sponsored by WatersEdge: Invest with purpose? With WatersEdge Kingdom Investments, you can! We offer great rates that multiply your resources and build churches. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3CxWtFzTop headlines for Wednesday, April 9, 2025In this episode, we unravel a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision temporarily halting an order for the government to return a deported El Salvadoran man, delving into the legal and humanitarian ramifications. Next, we spotlight a growing concern within faith communities: the creeping influence of sports betting and its potential impact on church congregations. Finally, we shift our focus to a surprising and uplifting trend in the UK, where church attendance is on the rise, driven by the enthusiasm of Generation Z. 00:11 Supreme Court halts order to return deported El Salvadoran man01:05 Parents opposed to transing kids are like the KKK: Colo. lawmaker02:03 8 charged in int'l child porn ring selling over 1M videos, photos03:09 Mandate for pro-life centers to promote abortions struck down03:57 Sponsor Message WatersEdge04:55 ERLC summit offers insight on tackling rise of sports betting05:57 Is the UK seeing a 'quiet revival' in church attendance?06:55 'American Idol' hosting worship night on Easter SundaySubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsSupreme Court halts order to return deported El Salvadoran man | PoliticsParents opposed to transing kids are like the KKK: Colo. lawmaker | Politics8 charged in int'l child porn ring selling over 1M videos, photos | U.S.Mandate for pro-life centers to promote abortions struck down | PoliticsERLC summit offers insight on tackling rise of sports betting | Church & MinistriesIs the UK seeing a 'quiet revival' in church attendance? | World'American Idol' hos.ting worship night on Easter Sunday | Entertainment

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It's Friday, April 4th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Chinese Communists sentence pastor to 5-year prison sentence The Chinese Communists have sentenced Pastor Wan Changchun of Living Stone Reformed House Church to a five-year prison sentence, reports International Christian Concern. The church is located in the city of Bengbu in the Anhui Province in Eastern China, As reported by Bitter Winter Magazine, Pastor Changchun was arrested in April 2023 for alleged fraud connected to the operation of his house church. However, Chinese communist officials often falsely use fraud allegations and charges to accuse, harass, arrest, and ultimately imprison Christians, especially pastors, to attempt to shut down their unregistered house churches. The pastor was one of the house church leaders who signed the statement against the repressive 2017 Regulation on Religious Affairs. The Chinese government has long considered religion an existential threat to the state's authority. Despite the unjust punishment, Pastor Changchun has echoed the words of Peter who said in Acts 5:29, “We must obey God rather than men.” Democrat Sen. Cory Booker's record-breaking speech championed the Left Democratic Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey officially broke the record previously held by the late Republican Senator Strom Thurmond of South Carolina by delivering the longest continuous floor speech in Senate history, reports The Epoch Times. He began his speech at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 31st.   Here are some highlights. BOOKER: “I rise with the intention of disrupting the normal business of the United States Senate for as long as I am physically able.” The Senator talked about how liberals, who have believed the lies of the mainstream media, are quaking in their boots about Trump's re-election. BOOKER: “They're writing me letters with words like ‘fear' and ‘terror.' They're talking about staying up at night and not being able to sleep because they don't have a president that comforts them.” Senator Booker took a page from Republican candidate Ronald Reagan, who asked the American people this question in 1979 in his race against Democratic President Jimmy Carter. REAGAN: “Are you better off than you were four years ago?” After only two months into Trump's second term, following four years of Joe Biden, Booker asked this ridiculous question. BOOKER: “I ask you, ‘Are you better off than you were 72 days ago economically?' Prices are up. Stock markets down. The risk of recession is climbing. Consumer confidence is in the gutter.” Like most of the Leftists in the Democratic Party today, Booker played the class warfare card. BOOKER: “We have more billionaires than any other country. Does that speak to the greatness of our nation? No. I think the things that speak to the greatness of a nation is how do we take care of each other?” And, by taking care of each other, he was not referring to the Christian concept of helping one another out of one's own resources, but the idea of redistributing wealth of other people with tax money. BOOKER: “I've had farmers from New Jersey to Texas coming to my office about this president freezing contracts that we approved in a bipartisan manner, putting them in financial crisis. It's not right or left. It's right or wrong. It's not a partisan moment. It's an American moment. It's a moral moment.” Rejecting the premise that Americans can better determine how to spend their own heard-earned money, Booker advocated for at least maintaining the high rate of taxation. BOOKER: “You don't need more tax cuts. And we, as a society, have an obligation to each other.” As of 7:19 p.m. ET on Tuesday, April 1, Booker had spoken for 24 hours and 19 minutes, a minute longer than Strom Thurmond's 1957 filibuster of the Civil Rights Act of 1957. Most filibusters on the Senate floor are motivated by opposition to a proposed bill. In this case, he used his time to object to the entirety of the Trump agenda. Booker finally yielded the floor at 8:05 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1st, with his time on the floor clocking in at a total of 25 hours and 5 minutes. Not only had he stood the whole time, but he never took a restroom break by fasting ahead of time and by dehydrating himself.  Throughout his Senate filibuster, he took some occasional sips of water. Dow Jones drops 1,100 points a day after Trump tariff announcement The three major U.S. stock indexes dropped on the morning of April 3 after President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs of 10 percent or higher. The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunging by 1,100 points by noon yesterday, reports The Epoch Times. Aside from the Dow Jones tumbling, the S&P 500 Index dropped by 3.5 percent, and the Nasdaq Composite slid by more than 4.7 percent at about 9:35 a.m. EST. However, advocates of the Trump tariffs believe the economic pain will be momentary, as he uses them as leverage to achieve fair trade long-term. Trump's ban on trans troops halted A three-judge panel on the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a request from President Donald Trump's administration to pause a lower court's decision blocking enforcement of a ban on trans-identified military service members, reports The Christian Post.    The Pentagon argued that trans-identified soldiers compromise "military readiness." By denying the administration's request, the appellate court left in place the preliminary injunction issued by U.S. District Judge Benjamin Settle, an appointee of former President George W. Bush, late last month. In essence, the 9th Circuit Court ruling prevented the Trump administration from removing trans-identifying service members. ‘Angel Eye Camera' lets parents of premature babies check-in And finally, 1 in every 10 women in the United States will experience the premature birth of their child. A heroic organization is helping these women keep two eyes on their baby in the Neo Natal Intensive Care Unit, even if they are miles away, reports GoodNewsNetwork.org. Called the AngelEye System, developed by the firm of the same name, it's a camera with a remotely-accessible 24-hour feed that's mounted via a boom arm onto any of the beds or tables an infant may be placed on. It allows the parents, who may not always be able to stay with their child, to keep an eye on them whenever nerves or separation anxiety strike. Thanks to advances in medical science, premature birth is a challenge that can be reliably overcome.  Philadelphia's Lauren Walsh had to face this exact situation when her third baby, John, was born prematurely at 32 weeks, not even weighing two pounds. John required a 61-day stay in the NICU. The AngelEye Camera was a lifeline for his mom and dad who could check up on him at any point by switching the camera feed on from their phones or computers. No doubt, the presence of the AngelEye Camera lowered the parents' anxiety, making it easier to abide by the counsel of 1 Peter 5:7 which says, “Cast all your anxiety on God, because He cares for you." Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, April 4th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports another Ivy League school is facing a federal funding halt.

On this episode of The Isaac Hayes Show, we break down the GOP revolt that shut down the House floor, stalling two of Trump's key policy goals—stopping activist judges and enforcing voter ID laws. We discuss how Republican infighting is undermining their own agenda and why Democrats are supporting extended parental leave—not out of care for families, but as a tactic to push their own agenda without showing up for work. Is the GOP shooting itself in the foot? Tune in for a no-nonsense take on the latest political mess in Washington!Don't miss this packed episode of The Isaac Hayes Show!Listen now on [Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts].Link to The Isaac Hayes Show page where you can leave a message, also don't forget to subscribe and share https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theisaachayesshowhttps://www.facebook.com/theisaachayesshowhttps://thisaachayesshow.wordpress.com The Isaac Hayes Show | A PRIMETIME MEDIA PODCAST

Rob Fredericks, executive director of the Santa Barbara Housing Authority, explains why he is halting new section 8 housing vouchers, the reasoning and who it affects. He also gives an update on the latest Housing Authority developments, including Bella Vista and Jacaranda Court, among others. Joshua Molina is an award-winning journalist, podcaster, and college instructor who creates compelling conversation on issues of housing, education, politics, business and culture. Please subscribe to this podcast and follow Josh on IG at motownjoshnews. Please consider a financial contribution to support Molina's podcast series at SantaBarbaraTalks.com SBT is an LLC founded by Joshua Molina.

In today's episode of the Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac covers the chaotic opening night of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival at the Palace Theater that was disrupted by a medical emergency. The festival, featuring 1000 performers, will continue until April 20th. Johnny discusses notable performers, including Julio Torres and Colin Jost. He delves into Bert Kreischer's insights on the evolution of comedy specials and recounts a Slate article examining Bill Burr's current status in comedy. The episode also features comedy from Trey Crowder, reflections from Mateo Lane and Amy Schumer's weight loss medication update. Additionally, there are updates on various comedy shows and festivals, including standouts at the Great American Comedy Festival and podcast recommendations. 00:12 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Update01:15 Spotlight on Mitch Hedberg this weekend01:40 Colin Jost at Cornell02:04 Married Comedians and Their Jokes02:43 Bert Kreischer on Comedy Evolution04:44 Bill Burr's Cultural Impact06:43 Trae Crowder's Political Comedy08:05 Sophie Buddle and Matteo Lane's Stories09:17 Comedy News Roundup12:39 Upcoming Comedy EventsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!    This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you'd like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John's free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

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Research into a new drug to prevent seizures is in question as the Trump administration holds up grants to the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Constitutional expert Ilya Shapiro discusses how district judges are blocking President Trump's executive orders, raising questions about judicial authority versus executive power. Get the facts first on Morning Wire.

A federal judge in Maryland has temporarily ordered the reinstatement of grants for teacher preparation programs. A long-standing program at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond is one of them.  In other news: Remembering a longtime Virginia judge who recently died; Hanover County to weigh expansion of Ashcake Road Landfill; Gov. Glenn Youngkin has signed 180 bills — and more Central Virginia news.  P.S.: Here's a direct link to the Rivanna e-waste collection day registration.  

We're continuing the conversation from yesterday, breaking down both sides of MAGA and Donald Trump. Before anyone loses their minds, remember—this is me showing my critical thinking by arguing both the positives and negatives. Right now, we're still on the negative side, and we'll wrap that up tomorrow. Then, we'll switch gears and cover the positives in the next three episodes. Let's get into it. Show Notes: [03:13]#4 They ignore climate change. [09:55]#5 Weaker relationships with our international allies.  [16:40]#6 Halted criminal justice reform. [22:48]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 2792: On Criminal Justice Reform Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: http://drinkAG1.com/WORKONYOURGAME  Get Dre's Emails FREE:  Http://WorkOnMyGame.com  Free Audiobooks:  The Third Day: http://www.ThirdDayBook.com/audible The Mirror Of Motivation: http://www.MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible Get The Free Books: The Third Day: http://ThirdDayBook.com  The Mirror Of Motivation: http://MirrorOfMotivation.com The Overseas Basketball Blueprint: http://BallOverseas.com  Basketball: How To Play As Well As You Practice: http://HoopHandbook.com/Free  Donate:  CashApp: http://Cash.app/$DreBaldwin  PayPal: http://PayPal.me/DreAllDay  Be sure to Subscribe to have each new episode sent directly to you daily! If you're enjoying Work On Your Game, please Review the show and let us know!  Dre on social media: Instagram [http://instagram.com/DreBaldwin] Facebook [http://Facebook.com/WorkOnYourGameUniversity] Twitter / X [http://X.com/DreAllDay] YouTube [http://youtube.com/dreupt]  Facebook Business Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6figuresandgrowing/  All Episodes + FULL Work On Your Game Podcast archive at:  http://WorkOnYourGamePodcast.com 

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On today's program, the Southern Baptist Convention says the Department of Justice has wrapped up its investigation into the denomination's handling of sexual abuse cases by its pastors and leaders. We'll take a look. Also, evangelical ministry leaders hold a vigil to protest the Trump Administration's defunding of foreign aid. Plus, one ministry whose funding was canceled…then reinstated…but its operations remain in limbo. We'll have details. But first, Oklahoma's state superintendent of public instruction is asking Americans to donate money to send Bibles into public school classrooms, though the Oklahoma Supreme Court has temporarily blocked his efforts. Oklahoma's State Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters is asking Americans to donate money to send leather-bound Bibles into Sooner State public school classrooms, now that the state legislature nixed a funding request. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Kim Roberts, Jack Jenkins, Yonat Shimron, Jessica Eturralde, Shannon Cuthrell, Tony Mator, Bruce Buursma, Brittany Smith, and Christina Darnell. Until next time, may God bless you.

Donald Trump's second term has now entered its second month. His administration is doing much to slow down renewables, and everything it can to slow down offshore wind. Jael Holzman is a senior reporter at Heatmap and the author of our newsletter, “The Fight,” about local battles over renewable permitting around the country. On this week's episode of Shift Key, Rob and Jesse talk to Jael about the bleak outlook for offshore wind, the use of presidential authority to impede energy development, and why solar has been spared — so far. Shift Key is hosted by Jesse Jenkins, a professor of energy systems engineering at Princeton University, and Robinson Meyer, Heatmap's executive editor.Mentioned: The FightHeatmap ProOffshore Wind Faces Its ‘Worst Case Scenario' Under TrumpTrump is targeting Dominion's Coastal Virginia offshore wind project in VirginiaA Wave of Anti-Renewables Bills Hits State LegislaturesNew York's Battery BacklashHow Bad Information Is Breaking the Energy TransitionSolar's Growing “Prime Farmland” ProblemJesse's upshift; Rob's upshift.--Music for Shift Key is by Adam Kromelow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Border Security Secured the border: Border crossings down by over 95%. Lake and Riley Act: Legislation to protect Americans from crimes by illegal immigrants. Deportation of criminals: Mass deportation of illegal immigrant killers, rapists, and drug dealers. Fentanyl crisis: Addressing the fentanyl crisis. Closed parole loophole: Ending the abuse of the illegal immigrant parole scheme. Border wall construction: Resumed construction, adding to the existing 400 miles. Economy Tariffs: Leveling the playing field for American workers. US investments: Secured billions in new investments, creating high-paying jobs. Manufacturing: Bringing manufacturing jobs back to America. Affordable goods: Ensuring competitive pricing for basic goods and services. Cryptocurrency: Ending the war on cryptocurrency. Stopped penny production: Halted production of pennies due to cost inefficiency. Small business support: Suspended burdensome reporting requirements. America First Policies Arrest of terrorists: Secured the arrest of international terrorists. Ended weaponization of government: Stopped bureaucrats from attacking citizens. Reversed lawfare: Protecting citizens from government overreach. Official language: Designated English as the official language. Panama Canal: Seeking return of the Panama Canal to US ownership. Paper straws: Rolled back mandates for paper straws. Cut government waste: Addressing waste, fraud, and abuse. Reformed bureaucracy: Making the federal government more efficient. Cut red tape: Streamlined government processes. Defunded UNRWA: Stopped funding a UN agency linked to Hamas. Government transparency: Increased transparency in government spending. Diplomacy and Military Rescued hostages: Freed American citizens held abroad. Pressure on Iran: Restored maximum pressure on Iran. World peace: Pursuing peace and ending wars. Reinstated service members: Reinstated military personnel discharged over vaccine mandates. Record recruitment: Achieved high military recruitment numbers. Energy Unleashed American energy: Expanded drilling and exploration. Ended LNG export ban: Lifted ban on liquefied natural gas exports. Repealed job-killing regulations: Removed anti-American energy regulations. Terminated EV mandate: Ended electric vehicle mandates. Women and Families Protecting children: Signed an order against chemical and surgical mutilation. Fair sports competition: Ended practice of forcing women to compete against men. Official policy on sexes: Declared there are only two sexes. Expanded IVF access: Increased insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization. Education Ended indoctrination: Removed radical programs from schools. Reformed education: Improved standards and parental involvement. Combated anti-Semitism: Pulled funding from universities promoting anti-Semitism. Law and Order Raised law enforcement standards: Improved standards for law enforcement. Restored law and order: Ensured federal laws are applied appropriately. Cracked down on sanctuary cities: Targeted cities protecting illegal immigrants. State and Local Issues Reformed disaster response: Improved federal disaster response. Terminated congestion pricing: Stopped New York City's congestion pricing scheme. Cleaned up DC: Addressed homeless encampments in Washington, DC. Wokeness Ended DEI initiatives: Removed diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Merit-based hiring: Returned to hiring based on merit. Health and Faith Make America Healthy Again Commission: Focused on promoting health. Office of Faith: Established an office to protect religious liberties. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #maga #presidenttrump #47 #the47morningupdate #donaldtrump #trump #news #trumpnews #Benferguson #breaking #breakingnews #morningupdateYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nearly all foreign aid programs delivered by the US Agency for International Development, or USAID, have been halted, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington, D.C. and Sec. Marco Rubio is in Panama following up on President Trump's statements about the Panama Canal. Also, a new NPR series is helping consumers find safely-sourced cannabis products.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Dana Farrington, Nishant Dahiya, Sami Yenigun, Andrea De Leon, Janaya Williams and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Lilly Quiroz, Nia Dumas, and Christopher Thomas. We get engineering support from Arthur Laurent. And our technical director is Neisha Heinis. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy