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The latest on the shooting death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk
Charlie Kirk, a right-wing activist and Trump ally, died after a shooting at an outdoor speaking event in Utah on Wednesday. Officials are still looking for the shooter. NPR reports on the latest.
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Morning news brief
Search continues for person who shot and killed right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, a look at Charlie Kirk's influence on conservative politics, an update on Russian drones shot down over Poland.
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The latest on Russian drones shot down in Polish airspace Wednesday
NATO and Polish officials say they're awaiting the results of a military assessment before deciding on a response to more than a dozen Russian drones that flew into Polish airspace Wednesday.
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New federal restrictions on COVID-19 vaccine eligibility cause confusion and anger
The new federal restrictions on who can get the new COVID-19 vaccines are causing anxiety, frustration and anger around the country as people scramble to navigate the confusing patchwork of rules.
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What Charlie Kirk meant to the conservative movement in the U.S.
Through his group Turning Point USA, Charlie Kirk amassed a large online following and influence with young people. He used that influence to help with Trump's successful return to the presidency.
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Trump says he's fighting crime. Illinois Gov. Pritzker sees a power grab before 2026
Steve Inskeep speaks with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker about President Trump's threats to send National Guard troops to Chicago and the future of the Democratic Party.
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Illinois Gov. Pritzker talks about ICE agents in Chicago
President Donald Trump has promised to crack down on crime in Chicago. NPR Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep spoke with Governor Pritzker in Chicago about the potential for racial profiling.
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Susan Stamberg, 'founding mother' of NPR, retires
After more than 50 years behind the mic at NPR, Susan Stamberg is retiring.
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Sen. Warren says banking panel should focus on Trump's attacks on Fed independence
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Sen. Elizabeth Warren, the top Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, about Stephen Miran's nomination to the Fed and the central bank's independence.
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Epstein accusers expected to hold rally and speak on Capitol Hill Wednesday
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Lisa Phillips, who says she was sex trafficked by Jeffrey Epstein, about political moves to release more information and about seeking justice for his victims.
