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Politics Trump got his tax bill over the finish line. Now he has to sell it to voters The 900-page tax and policy package fulfills several key campaign promises but also makes cuts that could boot millions from health care and food assistance programs. Tamara Keith
Politics As Democrats spoil for a fight, a new face in the House is leading them on oversight Rep. Robert Garcia is the new top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee. At a moment when his party is craving more confrontation with President Trump, he says he's ready to lean into the fray. Luke Garrett
Arts & Life This new 'Superman' takes the Man of Steel seriously — but not self-seriously Director James Gunn brings an irreverent, borderline-slapstick vibe to the latest Superman film, in which our hero grapples with villains, strange creatures and public opinion. Justin Chang
Arts & Life 'I want to write myself into existence,' says 'Colored Television' author Danzy Senna was born a few years after Loving v. Virginia legalized interracial marriage. "Existing as a family was a radical statement at that time," she says. Originally broadcast Sept. 3, 2024. Terry Gross
Environment How flood sirens could have saved lives in Texas In the wake of the deadly flash floods in Texas, state leaders are exploring whether to install more flood warning sirens. Such sirens can save lives if they're part of a larger warning system. Rebecca Hersher
Politics What Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act means for taxes on Social Security Many Americans received an email from the Social Security Administration applauding the megabill's passage. Experts say it was misleading. Laurel Wamsley
World Morning news brief President Trump heads to Texas Friday to survey flood damage, Trump turns sharply critical of Russia's Putin, DOGE gains access to database that controls government payments to farmers and ranchers. Michel Martin
PBS documentary 'Made in Ethiopia' looks at Chinese investment in Africa The new PBS documentary "Made in Ethiopia" explores China's increasing investment footprint in Africa through three women whose lives are deeply affected by the largest industrial park in Ethiopia. Michel Martin
Many Israelis are increasingly eager to see war in Gaza end Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has left the U.S. after meeting President Trump, but with no breakthrough on a Gaza ceasefire. And many Israelis are increasingly eager to see the 21-month war end. Itay Stern
Business How President Trump's support for digital currencies plays out in the crypto industry President Trump has become a major booster of digital currency. The Planet Money team went to look into how the president's crypto enthusiasm plays out inside the industry. Andrea Bernstein