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What is the controversy surrounding the new Trump‑funded TV ad?
Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Ryland Barton. A Democratic Senator is asking the White House for immediate answers about a new television ad featuring President Trump. The ad says it's paid for by the US government. NPR's Tamara Keith reports the White House defends it as educational and patriotic.
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Why did the White House ban several news outlets and how was the pool restored?
In a letter demanding answers, Democratic Senator from New Hampshire Maggie Hassen says the ad appears to run afoul of federal prohibitions against using government funds for propaganda. A White House spokesperson described the ad as a public service announcement. Tamra Keith and PR News.
The White House network video pool is back in operation. This morning marked the first time it been in action since President Trump banned three news outlets in a showdown over media access. A judge temporarily struck down Trump's ban of CNN, MSNow, and Politico yesterday, but other TV networks continued to suspend pool coverage in Solidarity until the White House explicitly allowed CNN to rejoin the pool. Chinese President Xi Jinping wrapped up his visit to the US today. President Trump says he and she will meet again in China in November, and she will come to the US again in December, NPR's Emily Fang reports.
Trump and Xi Jinping visited the National Archives on the last day of the Chinese leaders' state visit, where Trump said his meetings with Xi the day before we had a great meeting.
What were the highlights of President Xi’s visit to the United States?
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We're very good. Trump then posted on social media that he and she will meet again at the Asia Pacific Economic Coordination Summit in southern China in November, as well as in Miami, where the G twenty Leaders Summit will be held the month after. That would mean the two men will have formally met in person four times this year, an ambitious diplomatic push to stabilize ties despite real tensions. Asked whether the war with Iran was raised with China, Trump nodded in acknowledgement but didn't offer details. China has been a big supporter of Iran, buying up the majority of Iran's oil exports before the war. Emily Fang, NPR News, Washington.
Hurricane Nolo is not expected to make landfall on Hawaii's Big Island, but it's coming close enough to drop about two feet of rain in some areas over the weekend, according to the National Hurricane Center. That can cause dangerous flooding and mudslides.
How is Hurricane Nolo expected to impact Hawaii’s islands?
As of Friday morning, Nolo's maximum winds were around 85 miles per hour, it's expected to strengthen into a major storm. Forecasters say it will also move very slowly, increasing the risk of floods from sustained heavy rain. Schools are closed on Maui and the Big Island, some are being used as shelters for people seeking safety. Bill Chapel, NPR News This
is NPR. New Jersey's Democratic Lieutenant Governor has resigned after the governor demanded he step down over allegations of inappropriate behavior with women. Democratic Governor Mikey Sherrill had given Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell an ultimatum that he resigned by the end of the day. A law firm hired by Cheryl issued a report yesterday, accusing Caldwell of making a sexually charged comment to a female staff member and trying to get a promotion for a state employee he was dating. The parent company of Florida's Bright Line Railroad has filed for bankruptcy protection. NPR's Joel Rose reports its passenger trains will continue operating during the restructuring.
What led to the bankruptcy filing of Florida’s Brightline railroad?
Frightline has announced a plan to restructure its five point five billion dollar debt load in chapter eleven bankruptcy proceedings. The privately owned railroad opened with much fanfare in South Florida eight years ago and began running its neon yellow trains between Miami and Orlando in twenty twenty three. Ridership has been growing, but not fast enough to make the numbers work.
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Chapters
6 chapters
1
What is the controversy surrounding the new Trump‑funded TV ad?
0:00–0:39
2
Why did the White House ban several news outlets and how was the pool restored?
0:39–1:40
3
What were the highlights of President Xi’s visit to the United States?
1:40–2:36
4
How is Hurricane Nolo expected to impact Hawaii’s islands?
2:36–3:36
5
What led to the bankruptcy filing of Florida’s Brightline railroad?
3:36–4:37
6
What happened to NASA’s robotic spacecraft and the SWIFT telescope mission?
4:37–5:01