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The latest on John Fetterman.
On Wednesday, Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) appeared via video at the Republican Party’s first-ever midterm convention, reiterating his opposition to socialism and praising Sen. Dave McCormick (R-PA). Fetterman has frequently criticized the Democratic Party’s embrace of democratic socialism and anti-Israel rhetoric…
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220. The Truth Behind Trump’s $5000 Midterm Bribe
Is it legal for Trump to offer Americans money in exchange for votes? Why did so many Republicans snub Trump’s midterm convention? And, are we witnessing a permanent de-coupling of Canada and the US? Katty Kay is joined by co-host of the Prof G Markets podcast, Ed Elson, as they answer all these questions and more.…
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Suspension of the rules. - The Maine anniversary episode. Isaac, Ari and Kmele reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and Tangle's 7 year anniversary.
On today's episode of suspension of the rules, Isaac, Ari, and Kmele are in the great state of Maine together to commemorate and reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and their own personal experience from 9/11. The guys then shift gears to a less somber note to celebrate Tangle's 7th anniversary and chat about…
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Trump Convention Speech, Missouri Contempt And Redistricting, Apple's Foldable iPhone
President Trump spoke on the first night of the Republican midterm convention, asking voters to pretend he is on the ballot and promising every adult $5,000 if Republicans keep Congress. Missouri election officials are caught between conflicting state and federal court rulings over which congressional map to use in…
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September 9, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Wednesday on the News Hour, a top AI researcher quits and goes public with fears that AI companies are ignoring potentially catastrophic risks in the race for profits. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces political pressure after an investigation alleges he was warned about the Oct. 7 Hamas attack. Plus, a…
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How Trump's immigration policy has evolved
After campaigning on a platform to curtail illegal immigration to the United States, President Trump has shifted federal immigration policy to severely limit all forms of immigration. We look at what's happened, and what the impacts have been. This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, immigration policy…
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A Data Center Offered $26 Million for Her Land. She Said No.
Delsia Bare and her mother, Ida Huddleston, rejected $26 million dollars for their Kentucky farmland from the builder of an AI data center. Their stance has made them folk heroes across the country but has also divided their town. WSJ’s Erich Schwartzel spent a few days with the mother and daughter to better…
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The August economic reports.
In the run-up to the November midterm elections, new reports on key economic indicators have shed light on the state of the U.S. economy. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will meet next week for the third time under Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh to consider changes to the interest rate in light of a…
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PREVIEW: SPECIAL EDITION - What happened to al-Qaeda? Will Kaback interviews American journalist Graeme Wood.
It’s been nearly 25 years since the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Virtually all of the leadership of al-Qaeda that planned and orchestrated the attacks have now been killed, but the group remains intact today. But if you talk to national security and terrorism experts, they’ll offer wildly different assessments of how…
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US Strikes Iran Oil Tankers, Israeli Settlements Sanctions, Smithsonian Head Retires
The U.S. has destroyed eight Iranian oil tankers since Saturday, as Iran fires back at American forces and Gulf countries reconsider the risks of hosting U.S. bases. Britain, Canada and France are moving to restrict trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, with Britain accusing settlers of ethnic…
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September 8, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Tuesday on the News Hour, new Canadian tariffs on U.S. goods take effect in the latest escalation of trade tensions. We sit down with Lonnie Bunch, the outgoing head of the Smithsonian, to discuss how he's navigated political pressure facing the institution. Plus, 25 years after 9/11, a fighter pilot recounts the day…
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AI Companies Are Buying and Destroying Used Books
Something strange has been happening in the world of used books. Sales are up, but booksellers were initially confused about who was behind the purchases. We talked to one bookseller who decided to solve this mystery herself. WSJ’s Melissa Korn explains why at least some of the books are being bought, and then…
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What is the GOP convention happening this week?
Republicans are trying to win back skeptical voters by holding a midterm convention in Dallas this week. What will they do there, will the rally work, and how are their plans different than from what Democrats are planning? This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, senior political correspondent Tamara Keith…
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The Army secretary resigns.
On Monday, August 31, The Wall Street Journal reported that Army Secretary Dan Driscoll had resigned amid protracted disagreements with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth; Driscoll’s last workday was September 2. Several other military leaders have been fired or resigned under Hegseth, who has sought to reduce the size of…
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September 7, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Monday on the News Hour, an Amazon cargo jet barrels off the runway at Miami International Airport, killing at least five. A landslide victory by the German far-right sends political shockwaves across Europe. Plus, our exclusive interview with California Gov. Gavin Newsom as he rallies voters in the South and weighs…
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219. How Putin Just Played Trump... Again
What do we know about US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner’s talks in Moscow and Kyiv? What would a Trump peace plan for Ukraine actually look like? And, following the Hugging Face hack, how worried should we be about unchecked AI? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more.…
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My Monday Morning: Lee Pace
Actor Lee Pace has made a name for himself playing bad guys and mythical beings, like a vampire in “Twilight” to an elvenking in “The Hobbit.” He’s starring in the new “Practical Magic 2” alongside Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock. In My Monday Morning, a new Journal video series inspired by the longstanding column of…
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Classical Music Is in Crisis. Gustavo Dudamel Is Here to Save It.
This week marks the start of the Gustavo Dudamel era in New York. The superstar conductor was just 28 when he became the musical director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 2009. A native of Venezuela and a product of its El Sistema musical training program, Dudamel quickly established himself not just as a great…
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How the Bond Market Will Affect Your Wallet
Yields on U.S. Treasuries continued to rise this week, climbing near a 20-year high. There are many reasons why this is happening but the main driver of this run-up is inflation. As the cost of government borrowing keeps creeping up, it will trickle down to everyday Americans, impacting all kinds of consumer debt.…
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Trump's oil "deal" and gunboat diplomacy | Sources & Methods
The U.S. military is now in the oil business and once again targeting what it says are "narco terrorist" drug boats. What is the Trump administration trying to achieve in the Western Hemisphere? In this episode of NPR's national security podcast Sources & Methods , guest host Scott Detrow, national security…
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PREVIEW: The Friday Edition. - Not all billionaires are bad.
But should they exist? Let me start by saying that I get it. A few years ago, I read a fascinating piece about how professional basketball had lost its cool factor. The current stars of the NBA, like Jayson Tatum and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, just don’t have it. They aren’t charismatic in the same ways Kobe Bryant or…
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Politicians Are Struggling To Keep Up With A.I. Backlash
Americans are mad about data centers being built near them. President Trump, however, argues building more of them on home soil helps the country’s economy and is critical to our national security. How can lawmakers on both sides of the aisle balance those benefits alongside the anger of the public? Plus, ICE switched…
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A tale of two Senate candidates
Sen. Jon Ossoff is the only incumbent Democratic senator running in a state Donald Trump won in 2024. Abdul El-Sayed is running to try and hold on to Democrats' Senate seat. We compare and contrast their campaigns as both Republicans and Democrats try to win these competitive races. This episode: senior political…
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The Cardboard Box Economy Is Breaking Down
America is using less cardboard, which is bad news for the farmers who grow the pulpwood trees that get turned into paper products. WSJ’s Ryan Dezember explains how the cheapest, smallest trees in the forest hold up a much larger timber industry. Ryan Knutson hosts. Further Listening: - The Bean at the Center of the…
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218. Trump’s Wars Have Just Broken the Global Economy
How worried should we be about the global bond sell-off? How did the US’ G20 talks compare with China’s summit in Kyrgyzstan? And, is the Texas Senate race already over? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week…
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What is democratic socialism?
Democratic socialists have done well in some Democratic Party primaries ahead of November's midterm elections. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), who each call themselves democratic socialists, have won elected office. But what are the tenets of democratic socialism, and have these…
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Answering your questions on the midterms & more
You had questions about the upcoming midterm elections, and other political topics. In this podcast, we try our best to answer some of them. This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson. This podcast was…
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The big deal with a big debt
The federal debt is up to $40 trillion and counting. The budget deficit is increasing, too. What does that mean for American taxpayers? We explain. This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Eric McDaniel, and chief economics correspondent Scott Horsley. This podcast was produced…
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217. The Secret Pentagon Leak That Terrifies Trump
Has the US military overstretched itself? Will a new leak cost Pete Hegseth his job? And, what is the US-Canada feud over Lake Ontario really about? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening…
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Who Will Rule the 2026 U.S. Open?
The U.S. Open, the final tournament of the tennis season, is getting underway. The world’s best players are heading to the U.S.T.A. Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens, N.Y., to battle it out for the chance to play a championship match at Arthur Ashe Stadium, the largest tennis arena in the world. The…
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