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The impact of Trump's slashing of the federal workforce

7m 45s

President Trump gave federal agencies a deadline this week to implement a large-scale reduction in force. The order would not only lay off thousands more government employees but eliminate positions altogether. Lisa Desjardins takes a look at the history of the civil service and the attempts to change its size and influence over time.

Brooks and Capehart on Democratic division over funding bill

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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 the Senate passes a bill to avert a government shutdown after a heated debate among Democrats, President Trump's latest tariffs and how consumers are viewing the economy.

Kim Deal of The Pixies releases first solo album

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Kim Deal, a founding member of The Pixies and legendary bassist, has had many chapters in her career. She was also known as the frontwoman of The Breeders and now becoming a solo artist at the age of 63. Special correspondent Christopher Booker caught up with her before she kicked off a 25-city tour. It’s part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

'We can't let Putin declare a win,' Sen. Warner says

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For perspective on two big stories of the day, the possible ceasefire in Ukraine and the potential government shutdown in the U.S., Amna Nawaz spoke with Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia, a member of both the budget and intelligence committees.

Putin responds to ceasefire proposal with his own demands

3m 58s

Russian President Vladimir Putin responded to a U.S. and Ukraine offer for a temporary ceasefire with his own demands and questions about what a 30-day pause in the war would mean for his long-term ambitions. Putin is meeting with President Trump’s envoy as Ukraine says Putin’s words indicate he is not ready for peace. Nick Schifrin reports.

Experts analyze ceasefire negotiations and what Putin wants

7m 50s

To decode what Russian President Putin had to say about a ceasefire proposal and for an assessment of the state of diplomacy, Amna Nawaz spoke with two long-time Russia watchers: Thomas Graham and Andrew Weiss.

News Wrap: Judge orders Trump to rehire some fired workers

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In our news wrap Thursday, a judge ordered the Trump administration to rehire thousands of probationary employees let go in mass firings, a group of Democratic-led states filed a lawsuit to try to stop the Department of Education's plans to cut 1300 employees and Pete Buttigieg is not running for an open Senate seat in Michigan.

Democrats weigh GOP stopgap as government shutdown looms

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There are signs from the Senate on a potential way to avoid a federal government shutdown. But 60 votes are needed to move anything forward and it's still unclear if enough Democrats will join Republicans to pass a stopgap deal. Lisa Desjardins reports.

How Trump's deportations have affected migrants and citizens

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Homeland Security officials said that Immigration and Customs Enforcement carried out more than 32,000 arrests in the first 50 days of Trump’s administration. Those numbers include the deportation of a 10-year-old U.S. citizen recovering from brain cancer after her undocumented parents were arrested last month. White House Correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports.

Trump's EPA announces rollback of environmental protections

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The Environmental Protection Agency announced what it called the ‘biggest deregulatory action in U.S. history.’ Administrator Lee Zeldin’s proposals include a call to upend the basis for the EPA's climate change actions and impact rules on emissions limits, wastewater regulations and air quality standards. Stephanie Sy discussed more with Zack Colman of Politico.

Why Trump and Musk want to audit gold reserves at Fort Knox

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President Trump and Elon Musk have cast doubt on whether the U.S. gold reserves stored at Fort Knox still exist. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent insists the gold is safe. The conversation led our digital anchor Deema Zein to dig deeper with economics correspondent Paul Solman.

Indigenous artists on reclaiming authenticity

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The Autry Museum's “Future Imaginaries” exhibit brings together works by Indigenous artists to reimagine science fiction characters and storylines. In this story from PBS News Student Reporting Labs, Mercedes Dorame and Angelica Trimble-Yanu met to discuss their work and how contemporary Native artists draw upon their culture and connections to envision possible futures.

San Bernardino fights for comeback after decades of decline

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Political scientist Robert Putnam told Judy Woodruff that strengthening the country’s democracy would begin with grassroots efforts by people stepping up in their own communities. Those efforts will be her focus this year and she begins by visiting a down, but not out, community in California that’s fighting for a comeback, one round at a time. It’s part of her series, America at a Crossroads.

Canada, EU hit U.S. with tariffs, escalating trade war

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The trade war between the U.S. and dozens of countries escalated yet again Wednesday. Canada and the European Union announced their own tariffs designed to inflict economic pain and pressure on America. But President Trump said he would not be deterred from his campaign. Stephanie Sy reports.

EU: No one will benefit from tariffs but we had to react

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The European Union and Canada announced retaliatory tariffs on the U.S., escalating President Trump's Trade war. The EU said it will raise tariffs on American beef, poultry, bourbon, peanut butter and jeans. Amna Nawaz discussed the developments with Jovita Neliupšienė, the European Union’s ambassador to the United States.

News Wrap: Lawyer says Khalil case 'shocking and outrageous'

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In our news wrap Wednesday, Mahmoud Khalil will remain detained in a Louisiana ICE facility following an initial court hearing in New York, a Kremlin spokesperson said Moscow is waiting for 'detailed information' on a ceasefire proposal from the U.S. and Ukraine and a pro-independence party is celebrating a surprise win in Greenland's parliamentary elections.

Trump's cuts 'undermine' education, former secretary says

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President Trump has said he wants to eliminate the Department of Education. Tuesday, his administration slashed 50 percent of its workforce. It’s an enormous reduction for the agency that’s currently responsible for managing $1.5 trillion in college loans, guidance on civil rights laws and funding for low-income schools. William Brangham discussed more with former Education Secretary John King.

Afghans who helped Americans fear Taliban retribution

7m 58s

Some 200,000 Afghans left behind during the 2021 U.S. withdrawal are now left in further limbo by the Trump administration’s refugee program suspension. Many fought alongside the U.S. and received refugee visas last year, now they may never be allowed to come to the U.S. Nick Schifrin and producer Sonia Kopelev spoke to refugees hoping to fulfill a dream they thought they had been promised.

Ukraine open to ceasefire after meeting with U.S. diplomats

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After 10 days of pressure following a tense Oval Office meeting, the U.S. and Ukraine appear to be back in sync. Following a meeting in Saudi Arabia, the U.S. restarted military and intelligence aid to Ukraine and will present a proposal to Russia for a ceasefire. Nick Schifrin reports.

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