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News Wrap: U.S. sanctions Israelis accused in attacks

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In our news wrap Thursday, President Biden issued an executive order sanctioning Israeli settlers in the West Bank who have been accused of attacking Palestinians, Gaza's health ministry says the death toll across that region has now surpassed 27,000 people and the European Union voted unanimously to provide Ukraine with $54 billion in aid.

Affordable Care Act battle threatens coverage for millions

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The number of Americans getting health insurance through the Affordable Care Act has hit a record high with more than 21 million people signed up through the marketplaces. As it has in the past, the law known as Obamacare is becoming an election issue. We hear from people who currently get insurance through ACA and William Brangham discusses what’s at stake with Sabrina Corlette.

Russian politician discusses publicly denouncing Ukraine war

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In Russia today, it is extremely rare to find someone willing to publicly criticize Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine which is now nearing its third year. But it's even rarer for that criticism to come from an elected official. Nick Schifrin spoke with a local parliamentarian who decided to take a stand.

Dozens of swatting calls target members of Congress

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Swatting has been on the rise with targets in Congress and on the campaign trail. High-profile targets of hoax 911 calls include Nikki Haley, special counsel Jack Smith and nearly three dozen members of Congress. Lisa Desjardins discussed the growing problem with Lauren Shapiro, author of "Cyberpredators and Their Prey."

What is Christian nationalism and why it raises concerns

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White Christian nationalism has been in the headlines quite a lot as of late. Brad Onishi is a former evangelical minister who once identified as a Christian nationalist himself. He left the church in 2005 and began studying religion and extremism. Laura Barrón-López spoke with Onishi to better understand the concept and its reach in American society and politics.

Why Universal Music Group is pulling songs from TikTok

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More than a billion users around the world may find that TikTok is a bit less fun than it was just a day ago. It’s tied to a major showdown between the social media app and the world’s biggest record label, Universal Music Group, which has removed its music from TikTok. John Yang discussed the dispute with Ben Sisario of The New York Times.

Popular new literary genre mixes romance and fantasy

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TikTok's popular BookTok channel has been buzzing about a new genre called "romantasy'' that is spawning whole sections in bookstores. Jeffrey Brown visited the stacks and talked to author Rebecca Yarros to see what’s driving this trend. It’s part of our arts and culture series, "CANVAS."

Lawmakers accuse Big Tech of failing to protect children

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Senators interrogated CEOs of top social media companies about online child safety Wednesday in an emotional and contentious hearing, as they tried to get them to back proposed legislation. But much of the focus was on questions of accountability. Lisa Desjardins reports on what took place and Amna Nawaz speaks with Christine McComas, whose daughter died by suicide after being bullied online.

Panama Canal drought causes global disruptions

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An extreme drought in Panama is forcing authorities to substantially scale back shipping through the Panama Canal, one of the world’s key shipping channels. This comes at a time when traffic through the Suez Canal has been significantly disrupted. Ilya Espino de Marotta, the Panama Canal Authority’s deputy administrator, joins Stephanie Sy to discuss.

Conservative Trump critic discusses his impact on the GOP

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Primary season is in full swing as a seemingly unstoppable GOP nomination approaches for former President Trump. Judy Woodruff explores what another Trump nomination and presidency could mean for the Republican party and for the country. It’s part of her series, “America at a Crossroads.”

Former NFL players denied compensation for brain trauma

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In a landmark 2015 settlement, the National Football League promised to compensate former players who developed dementia and other brain diseases tied to concussions. The NFL has since awarded $1.2 billion to more than 1,600 athletes. But The Washington Post found the league saved hundreds of millions of dollars by rejecting payouts. Will Hobson, who reported the story, joined Amna Nawaz for more.

U.S. blames Iran-backed militia for deadly attack in Jordan

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The United States on Wednesday blamed an umbrella group of Iranian-backed proxies for the weekend attack that killed three U.S. soldiers in Jordan, further raising Middle East tensions. Vali Nasr, a former State Department adviser and professor at Johns Hopkins University, and Reuel Marc Gerecht, a senior fellow at The Foundation for Defense of Democracies, join Nick Schifrin to discuss.

A Brief But Spectacular take on the art of dance

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Wynette Smith is the long-time owner of Starlet Dance Studio in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Despite facing a range of challenges, she says she keeps the studio alive for the generations of dancers who keep coming back. She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on the art of dance.

Stories of women who used violence to fight abuse

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In Greek and Roman mythology, the “Furies” are three goddesses who punish the wicked, delivering vengeance to an unfair and unlawful world. William Brangham talks with journalist Elizabeth Flock, a former NewsHour reporter and author of a new book that paints a portrait of three modern-day women who similarly used violence when they had no other option.

Why manufacturers are slowing electric vehicle production

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Last year was a record for electric vehicles in the U.S., with more than 1.2 million sold. That was 50 percent higher than in 2022, yet there are signs that demand for EV’s appears to be slowing and may not be quite as intense as either automakers or the Biden administration had expected. Jessica Caldwell of Edmunds.com joins Geoff Bennett to break down the reasons why.

Michigan mayor snubs meeting with Biden over Gaza

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President Biden on Thursday is planning to stop in Dearborn, Michigan, a place with one of the largest Muslim and Arab American populations in the United States. Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud and several other Arab American leaders there have turned down an opportunity to meet with the president amid calls for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. Hammoud joins Laura Barrón-López to discuss.

Protesters pressure city councils for U.S. action on Gaza

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As Hamas weighs a new proposal for a temporary truce in Gaza, protesters in the U.S. calling for a ceasefire have disrupted everything from commutes in New York City to a parade in Los Angeles. In cities across the country, groups have also now taken their fight to city halls, where in some cases, the topic is overtaking other priorities. Stephanie Sy reports.

House Republicans move to impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas

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The House of Representatives is on the cusp of impeaching a Cabinet secretary for the first time in 150 years. Republicans on the Homeland Security Committee advanced articles of impeachment Tuesday against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The full chamber is expected to take up the question as soon as next week. Lisa Desjardins, who was at the hearing, joins Geoff Bennett with more.

Qatar mediates for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas

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As the U.S. moves closer to retaliating for a drone attack that killed three American troops in Jordan, leaders from Egypt, Israel, Qatar and the U.S are negotiating for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of Israeli hostages. Dr. Majid bin Mohammed Al Ansari, Qatari foreign ministry spokesperson, joins Nick Schifrin to discuss the latest.

Minneapolis chamber group plays music written at Auschwitz

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Observances were held across the world over the weekend for the annual International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Fred de Sam Lazaro has the story of one effort to preserve and honor the music performed by prisoners in orchestras that were a fixture in the concentration camps. His report is part of our arts and culture series, "CANVAS."

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