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What overcapacity in Chinese manufacturing could mean for American businesses

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The U.S. is increasingly concerned about the impact of Chinese overcapacity on manufacturing and the impact that will have on American businesses and workers.

Tennessee Volkswagen workers defy decades of union failures by voted to join the UAW

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Tennessee Volkswagen workers voted yes to join the UAW union. It was a historic moment could be the turning point for more unionization in the South.

Monday, Apr 22

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Historical markers in America: the good, the bad and the quirky

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More than 180,000 historical markers dot the U.S. in a fractured and confused telling of America — where offensive lies live with impunity, history is distorted and errors are both strange and funny.

The prosecution's case in Donald Trump's hush money trial

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NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Dan Horwitz, former prosecutor of white collar crimes in the Manhattan DA's office, about the unprecedented hush money case against Donald Trump.

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Jurors heard opening statements from both sides in Trump's hush money trial

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Former President Donald Trump's hush money trial began today in New York. Outside the courtroom, Trump complained about the proceedings.

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Supreme Court weighs whether cities can punish unhoused people for sleeping outside

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Lower courts ruled it's "cruel and unusual" to fine or jail people on public land if no shelter is available. An Oregon city says that's hamstrung efforts to keep public spaces safe and open to all.

Four 'American Indicators' share their view of the U.S. economy — and their politics

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The economy is a top voting issue for many Americans. Four "American Indicators," people reflecting different sectors of the economy in different parts of the country, talk about their politics.

Sunday, Apr 21

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What it would take to bring high-speed rail to Texas

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The U.S. lags behind when it comes to high-speed rail, but a visit from Japan's prime minister has reignited interest in Texas. NPR's Andrew Limbong talks to Amber Gaudet of the Dallas Morning News.

Saturday, Apr 20

House approves foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan

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After months of GOP-led delays, the House of Representatives approved a foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan.

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Jurors for Trump's hush money trial have been selected. Now they have to be kept safe

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As Trump's high-profile hush money case moves forward, the court is also grappling with an issue that has become a regular and concerning feature of Trump's many trials — how to keep jurors safe.

India's six-week long elections started today

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Nearly a billion people start going to the polls in India Friday, as the worlds largest democracy starts its mammoth election.

Republican Congressman Mike Lawler discusses foreign aid package

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NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Congressman Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., about the foreign aid package that the House is finally considering after massive efforts from Speaker Mike Johnson.

Friday, Apr 19

It's been an up and down week for Trump's DJT stock

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Shares of the company behind Truth Social — under stock ticker DJT — have had quite a volatile ride since their debut last month. Here's a look at what's been going on.

Google fires 28 workers who protested selling technology to Israel

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Employees staged sit-ins at Google's offices this week demanding the company stop selling its technology to the Israeli government. Google then fired more than two dozen of these workers.

Thursday, Apr 18

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Trump's anti-abortion views helped him in 2016. That may not be the case this time

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Opposition to abortion helped Donald Trump win the presidential election in 2016. Now that the same position could be a political liability, will Trump's position evolve again?

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12 jurors selected in Trump hush money trial

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Former President Donald Trump is present in the courtroom while New Yorkers answer personal questions about their ability to serve on the jury.

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Senate rejects impeachment articles against Mayorkas

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The Senate has rejected both articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, swiftly ending the trial triggered by the House's narrow vote to impeach in February.

Wednesday, Apr 17

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The IRS commissioner faced tough questions from Senate Finance Committee

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Senators quizzed IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel about the just-finished tax-filing season and what's ahead for the government's tax collector.

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Supreme Court hears challenge to a statute used to try hundreds of Jan. 6 rioters

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The U.S. Supreme Court appeared divided, with conservatives expressing various degrees of skepticism about the statute used to prosecute more than 350 of the Jan. 6th rioters who invaded the capitol.

Tuesday, Apr 16

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Johnson's leadership is under threat in the House over foreign aid bills

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Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie said he would vote to oust Mike Johnson as House speaker if it came to the floor. He told Johnson in a closed-door meeting that he should resign.

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What good is an EV if you can't charge it? Here's the plan to build more chargers

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How quickly are EV chargers getting built? That's a critical question as the auto industry tries to pull off a switch toward battery-powered cars.

Monday, Apr 15

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Former President Donald Trump's hush money trial began today

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Jury selection began Monday in the criminal trial against former President Donald Trump for hush money payments made ahead of the 2016 election.

A look at Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg as he oversees Trump hush money trial prosecution

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Alvin Bragg is the first person to bring criminal charges against a former president and the first African American elected Manhattan District Attorney. Bragg faces challenges beyond any one big case.

Saturday, Apr 13

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Trump's next rally arena: a Manhattan courthouse

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The presumptive GOP nominee will stand trial Monday in the first criminal trial of a former president. At this point, Trump is used to trying to leverage his appearances as part of his campaign.

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U.S. drug makers see big profits — but many pay taxes far below the corporate rate

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Drugmakers make big profits in the U.S. But many pay taxes far below the 21% corporate tax rate. Pfizer's effective tax rate is so low it's getting a big refund despite booking $59 billion in revenue.

Friday, Apr 12

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Trump and Speaker Johnson stand side-by-side at press conference amid GOP infighting

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Speaker Mike Johnson is travelling to Mar-a-Lago to hold a joint press conference with presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump.

Another aid route is opened to Gaza as Israel stays on high alert for an Iran attack

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Israel is on high alert for a possible attack from Iran. Meanwhile, in northern Gaza, where famine is looming, Israel's military has opened a new aid route.

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Another Boeing whistleblower says he faced retaliation for reporting 'shortcuts'

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This week brought more damaging allegations about Boeing as an engineer accused the company of taking production "shortcuts." He joins a growing list of whistleblowers who say they faced retaliation.

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Bernie Sanders helped Biden get young voters in 2020. What will happen this election?

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Four years ago, Bernie Sanders dropped his presidential bid and endorsed Joe Biden, helping Biden expand his coalition, including with young voters. Is another "unity" moment possible in 2024?

Thursday, Apr 11

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How a personal injury lawyer found himself taking on the realty industry

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A lawsuit could change how realtors are paid, potentially lowering costs for buyers and sellers. Here's how a personal injury lawyer unexpectedly took on the U.S.'s biggest professional organization.