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A look at research on Americans' changing attitudes toward political violence
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Robert Pape, a professor of political science at the University of Chicago, about Americans' changing attitudes toward political violence.
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Utah college students react to the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk
Utah college students are reacting to the killing of right-wind activist Charlie Kirk. NPR talks with students at Utah Valley University, where Kirk was shot, and nearby BYU.
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U.K. fires ambassador to the U.S. over ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Just days before President Trump heads to the U.K. for a state visit, the U.K. has fired its ambassador to the U.S. over links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp remembers the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk
NPR speaks with CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp about the life and impact of Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist killed Wednesday in Utah.
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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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Kurt Volker discusses NATO's response to Russian drones shot down over Poland
NPR's Michel Martin talks with former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker about NATO's response to the Russian drones shot down over Polish airspace.
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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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Many Arkansas farmers seek federal support as agriculture crisis grows
Farmers in Arkansas are raising the alarm about the effect of low crop prices, bad weather and tariffs on their livelihood. They say they need help from Washington, D.C.
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Trump wants to force people into treatment for substance use and mental health issues
President Trump is calling for an expansion of civil commitments, where people can be forced into treatment for substance use and mental health issues. The idea is picking up steam. But do they work?
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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.