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New book 'Personhood' examines reproductive rights battle

8m 28s

After the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the victory spurred advocates' pursuit of fetal personhood. That’s legislation that asserts that life begins at fertilization and establishes constitutional protections for embryos and fetuses. Amna Nawaz discussed this latest frontier of the anti-abortion movement with Mary Ziegler, author of “Personhood: The New Civil War over Reproduction.”

What the Constitution says about due process for noncitizens

9m 13s

Over the last few days, President Trump has repeatedly questioned the constitutional right to due process. His attacks come as the courts warn that the administration is exceeding the scope of his authority. White House correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports on the latest and Amna Nawaz discusses how the Trump administration is approaching due process with Georgetown law professor Steve Vladeck.

News Wrap: Hundreds of flights canceled or delayed at Newark

5m 46s

In our news wrap Monday, hundreds of flights were either canceled or delayed at Newark Airport amid staffing shortages and equipment problems, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered cuts to top positions within the military calling for a 20 percent reduction of four-star generals and federal education officials are restarting efforts to collect on student loans that are in default.

Jury selection begins for Diddy’s sex trafficking trial

4m 45s

Jury selection started Monday for the criminal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs. The rapper and producer faces charges including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution. Combs denies any wrongdoing and rejected a plea deal that could have given him a lighter sentence. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Gina Barton of USA Today.

The implications of Israel's plan to expand Gaza operations

9m 52s

The Israeli government voted to expand military operations in Gaza and could end with the reoccupation of the strip. Humanitarian officials warn that an Israeli plan to take over aid distribution in Gaza is unworkable, and more Palestinians will suffer. Nick Schifrin discussed the implications with David Makowsky of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy's Project on Israel-Arab Relations.

Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on voters and the economy

7m 26s

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 President Trump's recent interviews have sparked as many questions as they have answers, who voters believe is responsible for the current economic direction and Trump getting attention for posting about Alcatraz and foreign film tariffs.

Sierra Hull on her journey to becoming a mandolin virtuoso

6m 35s

Two-time Grammy nominee Sierra Hull has reached the pinnacle of bluegrass on her chosen instrument, the mandolin. But how she got there is a story like no other. Special Correspondent Tom Casciato has more for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

‘Spitfires’ tells the story of American women pilots in WWII

5m 50s

Wednesday is the 80th anniversary of VE Day, marking Germany’s unconditional surrender and the end of WWII in Europe. A new book “Spitfires” tells the little-known contribution American women made to that outcome by flying combat aircraft — not for U.S. forces, which denied them the opportunity, but for Britain’s Air Transport Auxiliary. John Yang spoke with author Becky Aikman to learn more.

Why young adults finding themselves are lonelier than ever

6m 10s

In a world where staying connected with family and friends can be as simple as tapping a button on your phone, many people are finding themselves lonelier than ever. It’s a crisis that is especially prevalent among young adults. Isabella Jibilian of Rhode Island PBS Weekly reports.

Family planning clinics lose funding over support for DEI

4m 21s

For more than 50 years, millions of federal dollars in Title X grants have funded clinics that offer free or discounted family planning services to mostly low-income Americans. In April, the Trump administration froze more than $65 million in grants, forcing some providers to shut their doors. Brittni Frederiksen, associate director for Women's Health Policy at KFF, joins Ali Rogin to discuss.

News Wrap: Trump says he wants to continue mass deportations

2m 10s

In our news wrap Sunday, Trump said in an interview that he wants to continue mass deportations despite the Supreme Court directing him to facilitate the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Houthi missile halted air traffic at Israel’s main international airport, and Putin said he hopes he won’t have to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine.

How auto parts tariffs may affect new and used car prices

5m 2s

Trump has seemed to shrug off worries that his trade tariffs will raise prices on everyday items for Americans. Prices on new and used cars are likely to go up due to the 25 percent levies on imported auto parts, which took effect this weekend, and on imported cars, which have been in place for nearly a month. John Yang speaks with Erin Keating, executive analyst at Cox Automotive, for more.

News Wrap: Warren Buffett criticizes using trade as a weapon

2m 59s

In our news wrap Saturday, investor Warren Buffet said at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting that the U.S. should not use trade as a weapon, Trump’s tariffs on cars and car parts kicked in with changes meant to blunt the impact on U.S. automakers, a Russian drone strike injured dozens in Ukraine, and an AI-generated image of Trump as the pope posted by the White House is drawing criticism.

How vaccine hesitancy may be driving pediatric flu deaths

4m 37s

The CDC reported 12 seasonal flu-related deaths of children this week, bringing the total number of pediatric flu deaths this season to 216 — the most in 15 years. Experts say one reason for this new record could be the plummeting flu vaccination rate among American children. John Yang speaks with Dr. Peter Hotez at Baylor College of Medicine to learn more.

NYT finds no link between many deportees and Tren de Aragua

5m 45s

In March, in order to speedily deport 238 Venezuelan men under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, Trump claimed they were members of a transnational criminal organization called Tren de Aragua. But an investigation by the New York Times couldn’t find any evidence linking many of the men to that gang. Ali Rogin speaks with Julie Turkewitz, the lead reporter on that investigation, for more.

How NWS staffing shortages could put lives at risk

4m 48s

The Trump administration’s dismissals of hundreds of experts compiling a key report on climate change is only the latest in a series of science-related rollbacks and cuts. That includes job cuts at the National Weather Service, where an Associated Press analysis found a 20 percent vacancy rate in nearly half its forecast offices. John Yang speaks with AP science writer Seth Borenstein for more.

How this Utah studio supports artists with disabilities

5m 32s

Artists with different physical and developmental abilities sometimes have to be creative not just with the content of their art, but also with how they make it. One studio in Utah is trying to do just that, customizing tools for each individual’s unique needs and talents. Ali Rogin reports for our ongoing look at the intersection of health and arts, and our arts and culture coverage, CANVAS.

Jobs market defies expectations amid tariff fears

4m 51s

The U.S. labor market beat expectations last month, adding 177,000 jobs as the unemployment rate held steady at 4.2 percent. But the April jobs number was lower than the March tally and some economists are concerned that cracks in the economy are beginning to show as the effects of President Trump’s tariffs become clearer. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Julia Coronado of MacroPolicy Perspectives.

News Wrap: Army plans anniversary parade on Trump's birthday

6m 53s

In our news wrap Friday, the U.S. Army plans to host a massive parade for its 250th anniversary that happens to be on President Trump's birthday, organizers of an aid shipment bound for Gaza say drones attacked their vessel in international waters and an Illinois man was sentenced to 53 years in prison for killing a Palestinian American boy.

A look at Trump's order targeting public media funding

5m 56s

President Trump issued an executive order instructing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to halt all funding for PBS and NPR. It would impact those two networks, the roughly 1,500 public media stations nationwide and national programs like the News Hour. William Brangham reports.

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