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John Bolton discusses Marco Rubio's dual roles in government
Marco Rubio is now secretary of state and acting national security advisor. NPR speaks with former national security adviser John Bolton about whether it's really possible to juggle both roles.
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Morning news brief
Trump says "I don't know" when asked whether a president should uphold Constitution, Israel plans to limit way food aid distributed in Gaza, Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial begins.
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Ruth E. Carter discusses 2025 Met Gala theme 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style'
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Ruth E. Carter, an Oscar-winning costume designer, about the 2025 Met Gala theme "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style."
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Rep. Jeff Hurd discusses movement by some Republicans to reject deep Medicaid cuts
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Rep. Jeff Hurd, R-Colo., about a movement by some Republican lawmakers to reject deep cuts to Medicaid, the low-income federal health insurance program.
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Morning news brief
Trump orders end to federal funding for NPR and PBS, Mike Waltz out as national security adviser, federal judge blocks use of Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans in South Texas.
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Singer Ledisi talks about her new album 'The Crown'
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with singer Ledisi about her new album "The Crown."
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Ukraine and the U.S. sign minerals deal with both sides calling it a win
Ukraine and the U.S. agreed to share profits from the sale of Ukraine's critical minerals and raw materials in a deal that both sides are calling a win.
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Morning news brief
U.S. economy shrinks as Trump's tariffs spark recession fears, Ukraine and U.S. sign minerals deal, hear the latest on tensions between India and Pakistan following militant attack last week.
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U.S. economy shrinks in the first quarter as economists warn of threats from tariffs
The U.S. economy contracted in the first three months of the year. Economists warn the months to come could also be challenging if President Trump's tariffs remain in place.
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DHS spokesperson Trisha McLaughlin discusses Trump immigration policy after 100 days
NPR's Michel Martin talks with the Department of Homeland Security's top spokesperson, Trisha McLaughlin, about the Trump administration's immigration and border security efforts after 100 days.