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Okla. commissioner faces recall over white nationalist ties

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In Enid, Oklahoma, a fight is brewing over a city council recall election. At a candidate forum, residents who hope to oust Judd Blevins confronted him for his ties to a white nationalist group. While Blevins has tried to shut down the criticism, it has sharply divided this small town. William Brangham discussed more with the NewsHour's communities correspondent based in Oklahoma, Adam Kemp.
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Georgia lawmakers pass more voting rules ahead of election

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Georgia was ground zero for false claims of election fraud in the 2020 presidential election. The state is in the spotlight again as President Biden and Donald Trump head for a rematch and election laws just passed there could add new complications for voters. Laura Barrón-López discussed more with Sam Gringlas of WABE in Atlanta.
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How non-lethal police tactics led to 1,000 deaths

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An investigation found that between 2012 and 2021, more than 1,000 people died after police used physical force that's considered non-lethal. That includes batons, stun guns, physical restraints and chemical agents. Only 28 of the officers involved faced criminal charges. Reese Dunklin of the Associated Press was part of the team leading the investigation and discussed the report with John Yang.
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Gang violence in Haiti displaces 360,000 people

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The UN says more than 1,500 Haitians have been killed so far this year in a situation it calls "cataclysmic." For nearly a month, the country has been engulfed in another wave of brutal gang violence. Nick Schifrin reports, and a warning, images in this story are disturbing.
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Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison for FTX fraud

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Former cryptocurrency mogul Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison for what prosecutors said was one of the biggest financial crimes in U.S. history. Bankman-Fried was found to have stolen at least $8 billion from FTX customers. William Brangham discussed more with David Yaffe-Bellany of The New York Times.
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Sister of Evan Gershkovich on fight to free him from Russia

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Thursday marks one year since Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was detained by Russian police. He has remained in detention ever since on espionage charges, an accusation both the U.S. and Journal strongly deny. Nick Schifrin speaks with Gershkovich's family and examines efforts to release him.
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Blumenthal on Lieberman's 'ferociously independent' legacy

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Memories and condolences are pouring in for former Sen. Joe Lieberman, the Democrat turned independent who never shied away from bucking the party line. Lieberman had a lengthy political history and was the first Jewish candidate on a major party ticket when Al Gore chose him as his running mate. William Brangham discussed Lieberman's life and legacy with Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut.
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Cuban musicians struggle to reach American audiences

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The on-again, off-again diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Cuba have made it more difficult for Cuban musicians to travel to the U.S. for this year’s summer music festivals. Special correspondent Mike Cerre reports from Havana for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.
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A Brief But Spectacular take on spreading 'Rolligion'

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David Miles Jr., known as “The Godfather of Skate," has been the driving force behind the roller skating scene in the Bay Area of California for the past four decades. He’s known for making skating accessible through the Church of 8 Wheels, a funky roller rink in an old church. He gives his Brief But Spectacular take on spreading "Rolligion.”
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'Women Money Power' chronicles fight for economic equality

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A new book by journalist Josie Cox charts women’s fight to close the gender pay gap and the legal and social hurdles faced along the way. "Women Money Power: The Rise and Fall of Economic Equality" highlights the women who challenged norms in that quest for equality. Amna Nawaz sat down with Cox and one of the women still working to make sure her work is recognized.
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Scientists harness power of AI to battle wildfires

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Machines that think like humans, the dream of artificial intelligence, is becoming a reality. It brings concerns that AI will displace jobs, fuel online bias, supercharge deep fake videos and slip from human control. But it is not as grim as it seems. AI may create new tools to address complex problems and the climate emergency is at the top of the list. Miles O’Brien reports.
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Tennesseans across political spectrum unite to curb violence

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One year ago, three nine-year-old children and three adults were gunned down at the Covenant School in Nashville in the deadliest school shooting in Tennessee history. In the wake of that tragedy, a group of Tennesseans from across the political spectrum came together to find ways to reduce the harm of gun violence in their state. Judy Woodruff reports for her series, America at a Crossroads.
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How real estate commission changes could impact the market

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Buying and selling a home could get cheaper after the National Association of Realtors agreed to resolve a lawsuit and rewrite several rules that regulate how commissions are set, advertised and paid. Currently, a person selling their house pays a commission of 5 or 6 percent of the purchase price to agents. John Yang discussed more with New York Times real estate reporter Debra Kamin.
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Israeli holiday subdued by loss of loved ones and Gaza war

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This week for the first time in more than four decades, Jerusalem held a parade for the Israeli holiday of Purim. It’s traditionally a party for kids and adults, but this year, the war has muted the festivities and even caused controversy over that parade. Nick Schifrin and producer Karl Bostic talked with Israelis about a subdued celebration in a time of war.
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How a second Trump term could impact the LGBTQ+ community

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On the campaign trail, Donald Trump has been outlining what he plans to do if elected in November. That includes rolling back the rights of millions of LGBTQ+ people. It’s part of a wider playbook to undo many modern civil rights advances for minority groups. White House Correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports.
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Truth Social stock price soars despite $49M loss

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Donald Trump’s Truth Social made its debut on the Nasdaq Tuesday. The stock price soared, powered by supporters looking to invest in the former president's business. But the platform’s stock success doesn’t seem to match its financials. Truth Social lost $49 million last year and has fewer users than any other social network that has gone public. William Brangham discussed more with Dan Alexander.
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Bodies of 2 killed in Baltimore bridge collapse recovered

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Officials in Baltimore are continuing the search for the missing after a major bridge collapsed Tuesday. Divers are navigating treacherous waters hoping to recover what remains of those lost. Meanwhile, investigators have recovered the cargo ship’s black box as they begin to piece together what went wrong. William Brangham reports.
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Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams support

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Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed Tuesday after being struck by a cargo ship. Officials say six people remain unaccounted for as rescue and response efforts remain underway. As William Brangham reports, investigators are still seeking answers to what happened.
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A Brief But Spectacular take on crying in public

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Brandon Stosuy is the author of several books on creativity and the co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Creative Independent. His latest book, "Sad Happens: A Celebration of Tears," began when Brandon noticed someone crying in public and decided to tweet about it. He shares his Brief But Spectacular take on crying in public.
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