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Thompson was shot from behind last Wednesday morning walking to a conference. Mangione, a high school valedictorian with an Ivy League education, was found to have a gun in his possession, like the one used in the killing. Police also found a handwritten document he had written critical of corporate America.

The Justice Department's inspector general has released a new report on the investigation of leaks during Trump's first term. It finds the use of subpoenas to obtain phone records of lawmakers and congressional staff, as well as reporters, was broader than previously thought. NPR's Ryan Lucas reports the watchdog found no evidence, so prosecutors are motivated by politics.

The Justice Department's inspector general has released a new report on the investigation of leaks during Trump's first term. It finds the use of subpoenas to obtain phone records of lawmakers and congressional staff, as well as reporters, was broader than previously thought. NPR's Ryan Lucas reports the watchdog found no evidence, so prosecutors are motivated by politics.

Thousands of people in Southern California have been forced to flee their homes ahead of a wind-driven wildfire in Malibu, the flames burning near seaside mansions and Pepperdine University. Officials say so far the fire has destroyed only a minimal number of homes, though as many as 8,100 homes are under threat, 2,000 were under evacuation orders. You're listening to NPR.

Thousands of people in Southern California have been forced to flee their homes ahead of a wind-driven wildfire in Malibu, the flames burning near seaside mansions and Pepperdine University. Officials say so far the fire has destroyed only a minimal number of homes, though as many as 8,100 homes are under threat, 2,000 were under evacuation orders. You're listening to NPR.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has met with officials in Japan where he reaffirmed the importance of their alliance with Washington, especially in light of mounting security threats from China and North Korea. Austin's visit also coincides with the decision to ground the military's Osprey aircraft following a crash at New Mexico Air Force Base last month.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has met with officials in Japan where he reaffirmed the importance of their alliance with Washington, especially in light of mounting security threats from China and North Korea. Austin's visit also coincides with the decision to ground the military's Osprey aircraft following a crash at New Mexico Air Force Base last month.

It was similar to a fatal crash off southwestern Japan last year. It appears the incident was caused by weakened metal components. The aircraft has been grounded in the U.S., Brazil's president has had emergency surgery overnight, raising concerns about his health in South America's biggest nation. Julia Canaro reports from Rio.

It was similar to a fatal crash off southwestern Japan last year. It appears the incident was caused by weakened metal components. The aircraft has been grounded in the U.S., Brazil's president has had emergency surgery overnight, raising concerns about his health in South America's biggest nation. Julia Canaro reports from Rio.

Stocks closed lower on Wall Street today. The Dow was down 154 points. The Nasdaq fell 49 points. The S&P 500 dropped 17 points. I'm Jack Spear, NPR News in Washington.

Stocks closed lower on Wall Street today. The Dow was down 154 points. The Nasdaq fell 49 points. The S&P 500 dropped 17 points. I'm Jack Spear, NPR News in Washington.

Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Jack Spear. Things are heating up for President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, who despite allegations including sexual misconduct, excessive drinking and financial misconduct, says he's not backing down one bit. But as we hear from NPR's Deidre Walsh, senators would ultimately have to sign off on the nomination.

Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Jack Spear. Things are heating up for President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, who despite allegations including sexual misconduct, excessive drinking and financial misconduct, says he's not backing down one bit. But as we hear from NPR's Deidre Walsh, senators would ultimately have to sign off on the nomination.

Meanwhile, even as Hegseth says he has the backing of the president-elect, there have been reports of Trump having conversations with others about the job, including Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Lawyers for President-elect Donald Trump are moving to dismiss his indictment in Georgia that alleges he conspired to overturn the 2020 election result.

Meanwhile, even as Hegseth says he has the backing of the president-elect, there have been reports of Trump having conversations with others about the job, including Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Lawyers for President-elect Donald Trump are moving to dismiss his indictment in Georgia that alleges he conspired to overturn the 2020 election result.

Trump faces eight felony counts there, including racketeering. Member of Station WABE Sam Greenglass reports.

Trump faces eight felony counts there, including racketeering. Member of Station WABE Sam Greenglass reports.

The Supreme Court today heard arguments regarding Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming treatments for minors. And while a decision is not expected for several more months, justices appear likely to uphold the ban. That could affect similar laws enacted in 25 other states. President-elect Donald Trump has tapped two former lawmakers to fill key roles in the incoming administration.

The Supreme Court today heard arguments regarding Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming treatments for minors. And while a decision is not expected for several more months, justices appear likely to uphold the ban. That could affect similar laws enacted in 25 other states. President-elect Donald Trump has tapped two former lawmakers to fill key roles in the incoming administration.

NPR's Scott Horsley reports on Trump's choices to lead the IRS and the Small Business Administration.