Puerto Rico’s Legislative Assembly Could Start Impeachment Proceedings
NPR’s Ari Shapiro speaks with Yanira Reyes Gil, an associate law professor in Puerto Rico, about possible impeachment proceedings regarding Gov. Ricardo Rosselló.
‘A Small Part Of A Serious Problem’: Criminals Hired As Police Officers In Alaska
A joint investigation by the Anchorage Daily News and ProPublica found that in one town, every officer had been convicted of domestic violence within the last 10 years.
U.K. Says It Won’t Join The U.S. In Maximum Pressure Campaign Against Iran
Britain says Iran’s seizure of a British-flagged ship was an “act of state piracy.” But Britain declined to join a U.S. naval coalition in the gulf, saying it seeks to form a European-led group.
Job Posting For Doctor At An Immigrant Detention Facility Catches People’s Attention
NPR’s Ari Shapiro speaks with Dr. Ranit Mishori, a family doctor, and a member of Physicians for Human Rights, about the job listing for a doctor to work at an ICE Processing Center.
Restaurants Under Strain As Price Of Avocados Nearly Triples
The price of avocados has almost tripled since this time last year. It’s supply and demand, and it’s a strain on restaurants which depend on the fruit for guacamole or avocado toast.
Thousands In Puerto Rico Seek To Oust Rosselló In Massive ‘Ricky Renuncia’ March
Hundreds of leaked chat messages showed Gov. Ricardo Rosselló and his allies insulting women, gay people and even mocking victims of Hurricane Maria.
Top Intelligence Boss Creates A New Role: The Election Threats Executive
The nation’s intelligence agencies have designated one person to be in charge of coordinating the government’s efforts to identify threats to U.S. elections.
National Intelligence Director Creates New Position To Protect U.S. Elections
The move by Dan Coats comes as intelligence officials warn that the 2020 elections remain susceptible to attacks from foreign governments or others intent on disrupting the process.
Equifax To Pay Up To $700 Million In Data Breach Settlement
The credit reporting agency will pay up to $700 million in fines and monetary relief to consumers over a massive 2017 data breach that affected more than 148 million people.
Federal Judge In Ohio Releases Trove Of Opioid Sales Records
Documents released as part of the biggest opioid litigation case reveal more internal emails from drug industry executives voicing indifference to addiction risks and the over-use of opioids.
Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello Will Not Seek Reelection In 2020
Puerto Rico’s embattled governor has stepped down as head of his party and confirmed that he will not be seeking reelection. He is, however, refusing to resign amid intensifying protests.
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