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'Exvangelicals' explores why many are leaving the church

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Evangelicals are an important, and influential, voting bloc for the Republican party, particularly in presidential elections. But NPR’s Sarah McCammon found many Americans are leaving the church and explores why in her new book, “The Exvangelicals.” McCammon joined Geoff Bennett to discuss what she discovered.

Biden adviser on plans to counter spiking cost of housing

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President Biden took his case for re-election to the swing state of Nevada, where he’s touting new proposals aimed at addressing the high cost of housing. It’s a problem that has vexed the administration, even while previously high prices in other sectors are on the decline. Geoff Bennett discussed Biden’s efforts to help Americans find and afford a home with senior White House adviser Tom Perez.

Climate researcher on record rise in ocean temperatures

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The World Meteorological Organization issued a red alert warning Tuesday about warming and climate change, saying 2024 is shaping up to be another record year. One of the many worries about how the planet is changing, thanks in part to human activity, is the record-shattering warming of the world’s oceans. William Brangham discussed more with John Abraham.

Social media influencers playing role in election

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Influencers on social media are playing a key role in President Biden’s re-election campaign. As young voters eschew traditional advertising, the campaign is using those with loyal online followings as conduits ahead of November. White House Correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports.

What's next for Israel as Netanyahu, Biden rift widens

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated his determination to send troops into Rafah, in southern Gaza, to rout remaining Hamas units. The drive has led to a rift with the Biden administration as it warns against an Israeli operation before more than 1.3 million Palestinians can move to safety. Amna Nawaz discussed the rising tensions with David Makovsky.

Experts warn of 'imminent’ famine in Gaza

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More than half of North Gaza’s population is at risk of starvation and in southern Gaza, Rafah is projected to face famine by July. Israel says it places no restrictions on aid and blamed the humanitarian crisis on Hamas, but the UN has accused Israel of blocking assistance. Nick Schifrin reports.

Supreme Court clears way for Texas to deport migrants

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The U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for Texas to enforce a controversial immigration law that allows state officials to arrest and deport migrants who cross the border illegally. Challenges to the law are not over as the justices sent the case back to a lower court. Geoff Bennett discussed the ruling with NewsHour Supreme Court analyst Marcia Coyle.

Housing assistance shrinks as prices reach historic highs

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Unlike other social safety net programs that continue to expand, federal housing assistance has shrunk to its lowest level in nearly 25 years, even as homelessness and rental prices have hit historic highs. Today, only one in four households that are eligible for federal housing assistance actually receive it. Stephanie Sy examines why for our series, America’s Safety Net.

A Brief But Spectacular take on harnessing AI in schools

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Adrian Antao is a high school English teacher at KIPP NYC. Adrian has worked with educators, coders and designers at the nonprofit Playlab.ai to develop Project Toni, an AI tool to support his students with their writing revisions. While many are worried about using AI in the classroom, Adrian has found real benefits. He shares his Brief But Spectacular take on harnessing AI in schools.

Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Trump's escalating rhetoric

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NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including Donald Trump's escalating violent rhetoric and how lawmakers are responding, how establishment Republicans are dealing with Trump-endorsed candidates and President Biden's rift with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Supreme Court hears 2 cases centered on free speech

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The First Amendment was at the center of two key Supreme Court arguments on Monday. One honed in on social media companies' handling of misinformation while the powerful gun lobby, the National Rifle Association, was at the center of the other. Geoff Bennett discussed the hearings with NewsHour Supreme Court analyst Marcia Coyle.

What Putin's grip on Russia means Ukraine and the world

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Russian President Vladimir Putin declared his intention to advance deeper into Ukraine and voiced new threats against the West a day after he secured his fifth term in office. It was an election with no suspense and whose outcome was preordained. Nick Schifrin discussed what Putin's continued rule means for Russia, Ukraine, the United States and the world with Fiona Hill and Evgenia Kara-Murza.

Trump under fire for dehumanizing anti-immigrant rhetoric

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Former President Donald Trump is under fire again for comments made during a controversial speech at a campaign event for Ohio Senate candidate Bernie Moreno over the weekend. Extremism experts say it’s just part of escalating violent rhetoric on the campaign trail. Geoff Bennett reports.

How Catholic-run hospitals restrict reproductive health care

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According to KFF Health News, more than half a million babies are delivered each year in Catholic-run hospitals across the United States. In most cases, there are no complications, but during an emergency, patients can find themselves caught between accepted medical standards and these facilities’ religious-based policies. KFF Health News correspondent Rachana Pradhan joins John Yang to discuss.

The life and achievements of chemist Stephanie Kwolek

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Kevlar is a fiber that’s stronger than steel, and it’s revolutionized everything from military and police body armor to sports equipment. For our “Hidden Histories” series this Women’s History Month, we learn about Stephanie Kwolek, the pioneering researcher who invented Kevlar in 1965.

What’s behind a decline in U.S. support for LGBTQ+ rights

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For the last few decades, LGBTQ+ rights in America have seen increasing public support. But now, a new survey finds a slight decline in that support for the first time in years. William Brangham speaks with Melissa Deckman, CEO of the Public Religion Research Institute, to learn more about the data.

Aviation expert weighs in on the safety of helicopters

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From fatal crashes during U.S. military operations to high-profile accidents like the one that killed basketball star Kobe Bryant and his daughter, a string of incidents in recent years have raised questions in people’s minds about the safety of helicopters. John Goglia, a former member of the NTSB and former chair of the National Coalition for Aviation Education, joins John Yang to discuss.

Plastic industry pushed myth of recycling, new report finds

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The world produces an average of 430 million metric tons of plastic each year. The United States alone produces tens of millions of tons of plastic waste annually. Yet on average, only about 5 to 6 percent of plastic in the U.S. is recycled. NPR correspondent Michael Copley joins Ali Rogin to discuss a new report on the plastic industry’s tactics to push recycling and avoid regulation.

Conservationists track surge in sharks off Cape Cod’s coast

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Environmental efforts to protect sharks in recent years have resulted in a huge increase in the great white shark population off the New England coast. It’s a conservation success story, with potentially unnerving implications for beachgoers. Rhode Island PBS Weekly’s David Wright reports.

Brooks and Capehart on third-party candidates

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New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including whether President Biden should act on his own on immigration, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s call for political change in Israel, plus the appetite for third-party candidates in the upcoming presidential election.

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