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Pruitt’s Impact On The EPA

NPR’s Linda Wertheimer talks to Georgetown University law professor William Buzbee about the legacy of former EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and his deregulation efforts.

Vieques Still Finding Its Footing After Hurricane Destruction

The problems facing the mainland in the aftermath of hurricanes Irma and Maria didn’t skip this remote Puerto Rican island. But tourists still come and houses continue to sell.

Who’s In The Running For Kennedy’s Seat

David Lat of the website Above the Law joins NPR’s Linda Wertheimer to talk about President Trump’s shortlist of possible replacements for Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court.

Air Force Faces Pilot Shortage

The Air Force has a severe shortage of pilots, particularly fighter pilots.

What The Affirmative Action Guidelines Change Means

The Trump administration has revoked Obama-era affirmative action guidelines. Jon Boeckenstedt of DePaul University talks with NPR’s Linda Wertheimer about the effect on college admissions.

Media Coverage And The Supreme Court

NPR’s Linda Wertheimer talks with Matthew Hitt of Colorado State University about his research into how certain news coverage can change public perceptions of the Supreme Court.

Government Asks For Extension To Family Reunification Deadline

A federal judge in San Diego heard arguments from the federal government on Friday, asking for a deadline extension to reunify separated children and parents.

Many Look To Buddhism For Sanctuary From An Over-Connected World

Some users are turning to Buddhism and other religions to have a more mindful experience online. By being tethered to your devices, one monk says, “you will waste your whole precious time.”

The Russia Investigations: ‘Putin’s Fine. He’s Fine. We’re All Fine.’

The president said he is prepared for an upcoming summit with Vladimir Putin. Senate Republicans also visited Moscow this week. And the Senate Intelligence Committee backed the intelligence community.

Here’s What’s Going On With Affirmative Action And School Admissions

Race and admissions have been in headlines a lot lately, from the federal level on down. Here’s a rundown of what is known and what is happening.

Prosecutors Will Drop Remaining Cases From Inauguration Day Riots

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia has moved to dismiss all of the remaining cases related to demonstrations on Inauguration Day in January 2017.

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