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What recent events have affected U.S.-Iran negotiations?
Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Dan Ronan. The new round of U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland faltered today after President Trump's most recent threat to attack Iran if it doesn't stop supporting its proxy, Hezbollah. Negotiations are expected to continue through the night. NPR's Shondalese Duster reports.
Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran in Switzerland became tense Sunday after President Trump threatened to attack the country if it doesn't stop Hezbollah from, quote, causing trouble. Trump said in a social media post the U.S. would, quote, hit Iran very hard if it doesn't stop Hezbollah's actions in Lebanon. Iran's lead negotiator responded, writing on social media for the U.S. to be careful and that its armed forces are prepared to respond in a different manner. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said during a summit on Sunday that it won't make peace with Lebanon until Hezbollah is dismantled.
We established a security zone in Lebanon and we shall keep it as long as it's necessary.
The United Nations interim force in Lebanon said on Sunday that for the first time since the war between Israel and Hezbollah, it has recorded no attacks from either side. Shondalese Duster, NPR News.
What impact has the Trump administration had on federal advisory committees?
Under the Trump administration, hundreds of experts have been dismissed from federal advisory committees. NPR's Katia Riddle reports.
The Trump administration has given little explanation for disbanding these committees. An executive order says it will reduce government waste. But experts like Michael Abrams argue there's little waste in this system. He works for an advocacy group called the Public Citizen and wrote a report on this subject. Abrams says these committees are an important tool connecting policy to practice. You want to crowdsource it with the best minds. And that's what federal advisory committees do. Why wouldn't you want to do that? Some of the issues these committees were studying before they were canceled include how best to treat long COVID, how to help rural communities with health care, and how to prevent disease outbreaks in hospitals.
Katie Riddle, NPR News.
The latest NPR-PBS News Marist poll finds most Americans are unhappy with President Trump's handling of the U.S. economy. NPR's Elena Moore reports.
How do Americans feel about President Trump's handling of the economy?
The poll found that a third of Americans believe gas prices are a major strain on their budgets. Plus, more than two in ten say steep prices are the reason they won't be taking a summer vacation. Those feelings are less pronounced among Republicans, like Greg Votel, who lives in a popular vacation spot in Minnesota.
My buddy owns a resort. He's completely full. You look at the grocery store up here, you should see the plates. Nebraska, Iowa, Dakotas, Wisconsin, Illinois. I'd say business is good.
Votel is part of the more than 70 percent of GOP voters who say they approve of Trump's handling of the economy. Elena Moore, NPR News.
And from Washington, it's NPR. A recent poll shows that most Asian American and Pacific Islanders say the U.S. is no longer a great place for immigrants. The poll was conducted by the Asian American and Pacific Islanders Data and the Associated Press NORAC Center for Public Awareness. NPR's Maham Javed reports.
The poll delves into how Asian American and Pacific Islanders feel at America's 250th anniversary.
What are Asian Americans' views on immigration in the U.S. today?
The top words to describe the US are great, powerful, or prosperous. At the same time, more than 60% say that the US used to be a great place for immigrants, but no longer is. Roughly 30% feel that the country still has opportunities for immigrants. The poll does not distinguish between lawful and unlawful immigration. Many of those surveyed say they or someone they know is facing detention or deportation due to immigration status. Others report carrying proof of immigration or citizenship or changing daily routines and travel plans to feel safe. Maham Javed, NPR News.
Voters in Colombia today elected a new millionaire, right-wing businessman and lawyer, the new president. With nearly all of the ballots counted, Ablardo de la Esparra was declared the winner, defeating left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda.
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Chapters
5 chapters
1
What recent events have affected U.S.-Iran negotiations?
0:00–1:14
2
What impact has the Trump administration had on federal advisory committees?
1:14–2:14
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How do Americans feel about President Trump's handling of the economy?
2:14–3:26
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What are Asian Americans' views on immigration in the U.S. today?
3:26–4:53
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What were the results of the recent Colombian presidential election?
4:53–5:04