How a military recruitment crisis is leaving the U.S. vulnerable President Trump blames a shortage of recruits on DEI programs, but The New Yorker writer Dexter Filkins says not enough people want to enlist, and many who do don't pass the weight limit or aptitude test. Terry Gross
What happens after the 'Fork in the Road'? A lawyer for ex-Twitter employees weighs in Shannon Liss-Riordan, who represents thousands of former Twitter employees suing the company, sees many similarities in the predicament of federal workers today. Here's her advice. Rachel Treisman
National Women's Soccer League reaches $5 million settlement over 2021 abuse scandal In 2021, revelations about sexual misconduct and racism roiled the NWSL and sparked investigations. Now, the women's soccer league will set aside $5 million for victims and implement other reforms. Becky Sullivan
Tariffs stir uncertainty for WA Over the weekend, the Trump administration announced tariffs for three of the country’s top trade partners: Mexico, Canada and China. While Mexico and Canada’s tariffs have been delayed 30 days, China’s is currently in place. Vaughan Jones
U.S. cannabis shoppers face a market flush with illegal weed In much of the U.S., illegal cannabis outcompetes legal weed sold in licensed shops. For consumers, it can be difficult to find regulated cannabis — but there are tips on how to do that. Brian Mann
Trump says the U.S. will 'take over' Gaza and relocate its people. What does it mean? It wasn't immediately clear what legal authority Trump would have to execute his proposals, and they would likely be met by fierce resistance from Palestinians and from regional Arab countries. Daniel Estrin
Trump picks Neil Jacobs to head NOAA, a scientist with 'Sharpiegate' ties President Trump has nominated Neil Jacobs to head NOAA. Some former NOAA employees are concerned about Jacobs' scientific integrity after his prior involvement in "Sharpiegate." Alejandra Borunda
Homeland Security's workforce might not be as big as Trump's immigration goals Changes to hiring and retention practices grew the department by 19,000 people in four years. But former officials warn that's still not enough for Trump's ambitious policy goals. Ximena Bustillo
'We do not exist anymore': New prison rules ban female clothing for trans women As federal lawsuits challenge President Trump's executive order impacting trans inmates, the Bureau of Prisons is starting to roll out new policies demanding trans women hand over female-identifying clothing and other items. Jaclyn Diaz
FireAid concerts raise estimated $100 million for LA wildfire relief More than 30 artists, including Olivia Rodrigo, Rod Stewart, Dr. Dre and Joni Mitchell, performed at the benefit concert on Jan. 30. Isabella Gomez Sarmiento