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Watch: S2025 E107

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Grants frozen as Harvard pushes back against Trump's demands

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Harvard became the first major school to push back against the Trump administration's efforts against colleges. The administration told Harvard it would lose federal funding if it didn’t change hiring practices and address allegations of antisemitism. But Harvard rejected that request, saying it can't "allow itself to be taken over." William Brangham discussed more with Cornell William Brooks.

News Wrap: Iran leader downplays chance of nuclear deal

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In our news wrap Tuesday, Iran's supreme leader said nuclear talks with the U.S. were "taken well" but downplayed prospects for a deal, Russia said negotiations with the U.S. were "constructive" but wouldn't give a timetable for peace in Ukraine, the CDC says nearly one in 31 U.S. children has autism and Arkansas and Indiana moved to ban soda and candy from food stamp programs.

Judge presses DOJ on wrongfully deported man

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A federal judge told Justice Department lawyers to cancel vacation as she launched rapid discovery in the case of a wrongfully deported man. Judge Paula Xinis scolded the Trump administration for doing “nothing” to facilitate Kilmar Abrego Garcia's release from El Salvador’s custody and return him to the United States. White House correspondent Laura Barrón-López discussed more with Mary McCord.

Trump, El Salvador reject responsibility for deported man

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President Trump met with El Salvador's leader as both governments rejected responsibility for the fate of a man the administration admits was wrongly deported. The Supreme Court said last week the U.S. must facilitate the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Attorney General Bondi said the return is at El Salvador’s discretion, but President Bukele claims his hands are tied. Laura Barrón-López reports.

Tariff confusion injects more uncertainty into economy

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The escalating trade war between the U.S. and China is continuing to inject uncertainty into the world’s two largest economies. Over the weekend, President Trump and top trade officials added to the confusion, carving out exemptions for tariffs on electronic products. To discuss the trade war, William Brangham spoke with David Wessel of the Hutchins Center on Fiscal and Monetary Policy.

News Wrap: Penn. arson suspect charged with terrorism

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In our news wrap Monday, the man accused of setting fire to the Pennsylvania governor’s mansion has been charged with arson, attempted homicide and terrorism, court documents claim a Wisconsin teen arrested for killing his parents did so to take their money and carry out a plot to assassinate President Trump and the tour company whose helicopter crashed into the Hudson River is shutting down.

Russian cluster bomb attack on Ukraine kills dozens

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There is more fallout from a Russian missile strike in northeastern Ukraine that killed dozens of civilians on Palm Sunday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called Russia “filthy scoundrels," while President Trump blamed both Ukraine and Russia for the start of the war. Nick Schifrin reports.

How Meta's antitrust trial could have major implications

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A blockbuster antitrust trial between Meta and the Federal Trade Commission is underway. The government alleges the company monopolized the social media market when it purchased Instagram and WhatsApp. The trial could have major implications for big tech. Stephanie Sy discussed the case with Rebecca Allensworth, a law professor at Vanderbilt University.

Farmers turn to seaweed to reduce methane emissions

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As the world races to curb climate change, scientists are taking aim at cows, a surprisingly potent source of greenhouse gases. Science correspondent Miles O’Brien traveled from California to Mexico and Australia to explore a bold idea that could make a big impact. It's part of our series, Tipping Point.

Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on voters and Trump's policies

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NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join William Brangham to discuss the latest political news, including the political fallout from the Trump administration's tariff policies and intra-party fighting that seems to be breaking out with both Democrats and Republicans.

Blues musician Nat Myers faces battle with a rare cancer

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In 2023, we told you about the debut of Nat Myers, an acclaimed blues musician from Kentucky. American Songwriter said his work "reverberates with the sound of a deep bluesman from the 20s and 30s." Special correspondent Tom Casciato has an update to his personal story for our arts and cultures series, CANVAS.

How China is responding to pressure from Trump as trade war brews

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The developing U.S.-China trade war keeps ratcheting up, with reports Sunday that China has suspended exports of rare earth minerals. Meanwhile, Commerce Secretary Lutnick said that the electronics the Trump administration exempted from reciprocal tariffs could be subject to different levies in the future. Katrina Northrop, China correspondent for The Washington Post, joins John Yang to discuss.

News Wrap: Russian strike on Sumy, Ukraine kill more than 30

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In our news wrap Sunday, two Russian missiles struck the Ukrainian city of Sumy and killed at least 34 people during Palm Sunday celebrations, police say an arsonist attacked Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro’s residence, the Trump administration says the Maryland man it wrongly deported is alive in El Salvador, and the White House physician said Trump is in excellent health.

How Telegram became a hub for hate crime and extremism

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A joint investigation by ProPublica and PBS Frontline into the shadowy world of online hate networks and the platform Telegram is detailed in a new documentary, “The Rise and Fall of Terrorgram.” The investigation identified 35 crimes linked to the platform, including bomb plots, stabbings and shootings. John Yang speaks with A.C. Thompson, a reporter who worked on the project, to learn more.

Why insurance companies are denying coverage for prosthetics

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More than 2 million Americans are living with limb loss. A federal report says that number is expected to almost double by 2050. Recent reporting by KFF Health News found that many who have lost limbs are hitting roadblocks when they try to get insurance to cover the cost of prosthetic limbs. Ali Rogin speaks with KFF Health News contributing writer Michelle Andrews to learn more.

Digital tool gives a groundbreaking new look at the Titanic

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This week marks 113 years since the sinking of the Titanic. Now, there’s a new tool to explore it: a full-scale digital twin of the wreckage created with cutting edge 3D scanning technology. That’s the subject of a new National Geographic documentary, “Titanic: The Digital Resurrection.” John Yang speaks with Titanic analyst Parks Stephenson for more.

What to know about the start of U.S.-Iran negotiations

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In Oman on Saturday, the United States and Iran appeared to take the first steps that could lead to a new agreement to limit Iran’s nuclear activities and lift U.S. economic sanctions. The White House described the talks as “very positive and constructive.” Iran’s foreign minister said the two sides will meet again in a week. John Yang speaks with policy analyst Karim Sadjadpour for more.

News Wrap: Israeli military cuts off Rafah in southern Gaza

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In our news wrap Saturday, Israeli forces said they have completely encircled Rafah in southern Gaza, the Trump administration is excluding smartphones, laptops and other electronics from tariffs, Trump said he’s in good shape after his annual physical, and the CDC says there are now more than 700 confirmed cases of measles in 25 states.

New book gives parenting lessons from the disabled community

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Last year, the surgeon general warned that parents in the United States are overwhelmed and burnt out. One group of parents is often overlooked: the 1 in 15 with disabilities. Author Jessica Slice, who became disabled years before becoming a mother, says the experience prepared her for parenthood. Ali Rogin speaks with Slice about her new book for our series, “Disabilities Reframed.”

Why patients are paying surprise fees at the doctor's office

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In recent years, hospital systems have been buying up medical practices at a rapid pace. Now, patients getting routine medical care are being hit with high costs and unexpected hospital fees — even if they never visited a hospital. Special correspondent Megan Thompson reports.

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