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Why did the Senate committee vote to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress?
Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Windsor Johnston. A Republican-led Senate committee has voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress. The vote this morning follows Fauci's refusal to answer questions last week about the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Committee Chairman Rand Paul says the issue is whether Fauci could defy the panel after receiving a presidential pardon.
That is what we are voting on today. not his opinions, not his policies. We are voting on whether a witness who has received the benefit of a sweeping federal pardon can be ordered by this committee to answer questions and then defy that order without consequence.
Ranking member Gary Peters argued the content referral would punish Fauci without forcing him to provide any new information.
What it will do is create a damaging precedent that future witnesses will use to resist congressional oversight and weaken this committee's ability to compel testimony.
What is the status of negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz between the United States and Iran?
The resolution now refers the matter to the Justice Department for possible prosecution. The Turkish government says an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz may be struck by Iran and the United States as soon as today. NPR's Hedil Al-Shalchi reports Turkey has been assisting in the mediation of the talks.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that, God willing, the negotiations between the United States and Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz will conclude today with what he called good news. Fidan said that the mechanisms by which the critical waterway would open and for how long are issues still being worked on. He said that a 60-day period to allow oil shipments through was being discussed. and that would lead to a permanent agreement between the two countries. Iran said yesterday that it was nearing a deal with Oman to open the Strait of Hormuz, saying it was in talks for at least three weeks. On Tuesday, President Trump said that a deal could be reached this week.
How did the FDA’s approval of Moderna’s new flu vaccine affect Wall Street and public health?
Hadil Alshalchi, NPR News, Istanbul.
Stocks on Wall Street opened mixed this morning as vaccine maker Moderna gets a shot in the arm from federal regulators. NPR's Scott Horsley reports the Dow fell 18 points in early trading.
Stock in Moderna opened higher after the Food and Drug Administration granted belated approval to the company's novel flu vaccine for people 50 and older. The FDA initially refused to review the shot, but backtracked after protests from public health experts. Tests show the mRNA vaccine is safe and appears to offer stronger protection than traditional flu shots. Layoff announcements dropped to their lowest level in two years last month. That's according to the Challenger Gray and Christmas firm, which tracks news of corporate job cuts. We'll get a more complete report on the U.S.
What water‑rationing measures are being implemented in Puerto Rico amid a historic drought?
job market from the Labor Department tomorrow. And avocado imports from Michoacan, Mexico, have been temporarily disrupted after the U.S. government paused inspections there in response to an unspecified threat. Scott Horsley, NPR News, Washington.
You're listening to NPR News from Washington. The FAA is investigating a safety incident involving Marine One. The helicopter carrying President Trump came closer than required to a departing passenger jet near Reagan National Airport on Tuesday. Officials say the aircraft briefly failed to maintain the FAA's required separation standards. Water rationing begins tomorrow in Puerto Rico, where the U.S.
What new solar‑surface images have scientists captured and why do they matter?
territory is experiencing its most severe drought in more than a decade. NPR's Adrian Florido reports the National Guard will be distributing drinking water as the government cuts service to more than a half million residents.
So little rain has fallen this summer that key reservoirs have run nearly dry. Governor Jennifer Gonzalez says the public water utility will start cutting service to parts of the capital, San Juan, and neighboring cities. People's taps will go dry on a schedule, 48 hours with water, then 48 hours without, until reservoirs are restored. But that could be weeks or longer. Forecasters expect no significant rainfall for the Caribbean islands in the short term.
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Chapters
6 chapters
1
Why did the Senate committee vote to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress?
0:00–1:01
2
What is the status of negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz between the United States and Iran?
1:01–1:57
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How did the FDA’s approval of Moderna’s new flu vaccine affect Wall Street and public health?
1:57–2:40
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What water‑rationing measures are being implemented in Puerto Rico amid a historic drought?
2:40–3:24
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What new solar‑surface images have scientists captured and why do they matter?
3:24–4:07
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How can listeners stay informed about the upcoming midterm election news cycle?
4:07–5:04