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Schools brace for immigration arrests under new ICE policy

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When President Trump began his second term, the Department of Homeland Security lifted restrictions on immigration arrests at schools, hospitals and places of worship. Late Friday, a federal judge denied a request by Denver Public Schools to pause the new policy. We hear from educators and a student, and John Yang speaks with Kica Matos of the National Immigration Law Center for more.

Scientists shed new light on the ‘lost years’ of sea turtles

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Sea turtles are considered one of the oldest living species on Earth, but it’s been a mystery where their babies go after heading out to sea. Known as their “lost years,” the lack of information makes it hard for conservationists to protect these turtles. Now, a team of marine scientists is working to change that. John Yang reports.

The historical reality of land ownership in South Africa

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There’s an escalating dispute between President Trump and South Africa over a new land policy that he says discriminates against the country’s white minority. On Truth Social Friday, Trump criticized what he called the “terrible” treatment of farmers and offered them a “rapid pathway” to U.S. citizenship. Ali Rogin spoke with John Eligon, Johannesburg bureau chief for The New York Times, for more.

News Wrap: Russian airstrikes kill at least 20 in Ukraine

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In our news wrap Saturday, Russian launched aerial attacks on Ukraine for a second night since the Trump administration stopped sharing satellite images with Kyiv, clashes in Syria over the last two days have left more than 1,000 people dead, women across the world marched on International Women’s Day, and clocks will spring forward for daylight saving time in the U.S. overnight.

What’s behind the growing U.S. measles outbreak

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The growing measles outbreak in the U.S. Southwest claimed a second life this week. So far this year, more than 220 cases have been reported across 12 states, with the majority in Texas. John Yang speaks with infectious disease epidemiologist Jessica Malaty Rivera to learn more about the outbreak and how it differs from previous ones in recent years.

Capehart and Ponnuru on whiplash from Trump's trade war

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Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart and Ramesh Ponnuru, editor for The National Review, join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including how President Trump's trade war is causing tensions for global markets, Elon Musk's power, Europe's actions on defense, the importance of NATO and California Gov. Gavin Newsom's view on transgender women and girls in sports.

U.S. economy adds jobs as worries about future persist

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The U.S. labor market made solid gains again last month, adding 151,000 more jobs, just before the biggest federal layoffs began to hit. But there are other warning signs of what could be ahead, not yet fully captured in this report. Julia Coronado, an economist at the University of Texas-Austin, joins Geoff Bennett to discuss.

News Wrap: Nearly 200 people infected with measles in Texas

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In our news wrap Friday, health officials in western Texas say an ongoing measles outbreak has now infected nearly 200 people as the virus also spread to even more parts of the U.S., Russia launched dozens of missiles and drones toward Ukraine and a lunar lander mission has come to an early end.

What science tells us about transgender athletes

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In December, NCAA President Charlie Baker testified that out of more than 500,000 total college student athletes, he believed fewer than 10 were transgender But last month, President Trump signed an executive order to ban transgender athletes from participating in girls’ and women’s sports. White House correspondent Laura Barrón-López looks at the debate around this issue.

South Carolina executes convicted murderer by firing squad

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A South Carolina man was put to death by a firing squad Friday after being convicted of a 2001 double homicide. The execution of Brad Sigmon, 67, marks the first time since 2010 that a firing squad has been used in the U.S., and comes as the Trump administration works to expand capital punishment. Robin Maher, executive director of the Death Penalty Information Center, joins Amna Nawaz to discuss.

How Black musicians have influenced punk music

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Punk music is known for its raw, aggressive sound, edgy fashion and mosh pits. It’s also known for being predominantly white, but that's changed a lot in recent years. Resurfaced music from its earliest days underscores that punk has always been influenced and shaped by Black artists as well. Stephanie Sy has the story for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

Justice Department drops challenge to Idaho abortion law

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The Trump administration moved to dismiss a lawsuit against the state of Idaho seeking to allow abortions in medical emergencies. Idaho is one of 12 states with a near-total abortion ban. The Biden administration sued Idaho arguing that federal law requires doctors to perform an abortion if a patient’s life is at risk. Mary Ziegler of U.C. Davis School of Law, joins Amna Nawaz to discuss.

How Social Security cuts could affect millions of Americans

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President Trump continues to claim his administration won’t touch Social Security. But as Elon Musk and the so-called Department of Government Efficiency look to slash federal jobs and spending, the Social Security Administration has plans to cut 12 percent of its workforce. Martin O’Malley, who was the commissioner of SSA during the Biden administration, joins Laura Barrón-López to discuss.

Trump's push to fire workers and cut spending hits barriers

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President Trump said Thursday that Elon Musk will now need to consult with Cabinet secretaries before firing more federal workers. Trump's announcement was made after a meeting with Musk and his Cabinet. Lisa Desjardins joins Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest on government layoffs and the court challenges surrounding them.

European leaders coalesce around new defense plan

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The Trump administration once again put Europe on notice Thursday, as European leaders met to try and unite around a new defense plan. President Trump said he would selectively abide by Article 5, which commits the U.S. to defend NATO countries, while a senior official blamed Ukraine itself for the U.S. pause on military and intelligence support. Nick Schifrin reports.

News Wrap: House censures Rep. Al Green for Trump disruption

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In our news wrap Thursday, the House voted to censure Democrat Rep. Al Green for disrupting President Trump's address to Congress with 10 democrats joining Republican members in passing the resolution, a pair of fighter jets in South Korea accidentally dropped eight bombs on a civilian area, a hospitalized Pope Francis released an audio broadcast and jazz musician and composer Roy Ayers has died.

As Trump delays tariffs, businesses brace for repercussions

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President Trump has temporarily suspended new tariffs on most goods coming into the U.S. from Mexico and Canada, two days after he set them into motion. The delay gives both countries a one-month reprieve. But the beginnings of what seems to be a trade war, and the sudden swings in policy, are continuing to rattle markets. Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody's, joins Geoff Bennett to discuss.

What to know about Trump's cryptocurrency plans

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President Trump is holding the first crypto summit at the White House Friday, featuring investors, CEOs and founders of crypto companies. Many in that world also hope Trump spells out a clearer path involving little regulation in the future, while Trump says he will announce the details of a new crypto reserve for the federal government. Paul Solman reports.

Art initiative examines how science and art collide

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The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles is featuring two exhibitions that explore the relationship between movies and technology as part of PST ART: Art & Science Collide. PBS Student Reporting Labs Ebonie Shelley has the story for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

Analyzing Trump's speech and support for his policies

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President Trump touted his accomplishments in his first six weeks in office during his address on Tuesday to Congress, in a speech that also highlighted the glaring political divide among Americans. Tiffany Smiley, a former U.S. Senate candidate in Washington state, and Jamelle Bouie, a columnist for The New York Times, join Amna Nawaz for some perspective.

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