We're talking about what could be the most politically controversial case in the history of the U.S. Justice Department. The DOJ is charging former President Trump with a federal crime.
Also, a new Supreme Court decision could have a big impact on future Congressional elections.
Plus, where a historic wall of smoke from Canada's wildfires is headed next, how the high court ruled in a case that pitted Jack Daniel's against a dog toy company, and what to expect from an unusual Tony Awards.
A Christian group that sends Bibles to Eastern European countries has a report from the field: the war in Ukraine is a "spiritual war," and the Bible is bridging divides between groups that have hated one another for centuries.
On today's show, Dirk Smith, vice president of Eastern European Mission, explains how the gospel is being spread in Ukraine.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is causing poor air quality in parts of the U.S. This smoke can have dangerous health effects because it carries fine particulates known as PM 2.5. With millions of people affected, we thought it would be a good time to turn it over to our friends at NPR's Life Kit podcast. Ever ready with helpful tips, they just released an episode with tips for protecting yourself from wildfire smoke.
Today's episode features interviews with two very high-profile officials who have written thrillers. First, voting rights activist and former Georgia state representative Stacey Abrams speaks with NPR's Michel Martin about her new thriller, Rogue Justice, which follows Supreme Court clerk Avery Keene as she uncovers how surveillance, blackmail and a murder reveal concerning truths about America's "secret court." Then, former FBI director James Comey discusses his novel Central Park West, which details how government officials and the mafia are entangled with one another.
Canadian wildfires wreak havoc across two countries. Voting rights act upheld by Supreme Court. Joran van der Sloot, chief suspect in Natalee Holloway disappearance, in U.S. to face charges. CBS News Correspondent Christopher Cruz has tonight's World News Roundup.
SCOTUS has ruled that Alabama's gerrymander limiting the sway of black voters is a violation of the Voting Rights Act, which, along with some smaller decisions and the general direction of the Supreme Court, we discuss with New York Times Opinion columnist David French. Plus, Gov. Doug runs! And it's an Antwentig. On a Thursday?!?! Indeed.
The tension between the PGA and Saudi-backed PIF has been growing for years. The two are now united in a historic merger in an attempt to move past antitrust lawsuits, accusations of human rights abuses and confusion among players. Reset gets analysis from Chicago-area golf expert Rory Spears, co-host of Golfers on Golf Radio, and editor and director of content for Golfersongolf.com.
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to rule on two cases challenging affirmative action by the end of June. One case alleges Harvard’s admissions policies discriminate against Asian Americans. Reset checks in with WBEZ higher education reporter Lisa Philip for what to expect from the ruling and how Asian Americans got wrapped up in the debate.
Donald Trump prepares to be charged with more crimes. Mike Pence and Chris Christie jump into the race with some pointed criticism of the man who almost killed them. Matt Gaetz foils Kevin McCarthy’s plan to protect your gas stove. And later, White House Chief of Staff Jeff Zients stops by to talk about the debt ceiling deal and what’s next on Biden’s agenda.
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