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On this episode of Advances in Care , host Erin Welsh and Dr. Craig Smith, Chair of the Department of Surgery and Surgeon-in-Chief at NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia discuss the highlights of Dr. Smith’s 40+ year career as a cardiac surgeon and how the culture of Columbia has been a catalyst for innovation in cardiac care. Dr. Smith describes the excitement of helping to pioneer the institution’s heart transplant program in the 1980s, when it was just one of only three hospitals in the country practicing heart transplantation. Dr. Smith also explains how a unique collaboration with Columbia’s cardiology team led to the first of several groundbreaking trials, called PARTNER (Placement of AoRTic TraNscatheteR Valve), which paved the way for a monumental treatment for aortic stenosis — the most common heart valve disease that is lethal if left untreated. During the trial, Dr. Smith worked closely with Dr. Martin B. Leon, Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and Chief Innovation Officer and the Director of the Cardiovascular Data Science Center for the Division of Cardiology. Their findings elevated TAVR, or transcatheter aortic valve replacement, to eventually become the gold-standard for aortic stenosis patients at all levels of illness severity and surgical risk. Today, an experienced team of specialists at Columbia treat TAVR patients with a combination of advancements including advanced replacement valve materials, three-dimensional and ECG imaging, and a personalized approach to cardiac care. Finally, Dr. Smith shares his thoughts on new frontiers of cardiac surgery, like the challenge of repairing the mitral and tricuspid valves, and the promising application of robotic surgery for complex, high-risk operations. He reflects on life after he retires from operating, and shares his observations of how NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia have evolved in the decades since he began his residency. For more information visit nyp.org/Advances…

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Today’s Headlines: Trump’s transition team has announced key cabinet picks, including Dr. Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid, Howard Lutnick for Commerce, and former reality TV star Sean Duffy for Transportation. Dr. Oz plans to cut Medicaid budgets, Lutnick will oversee tariff policies, and Duffy would manage Elon Musk's federally contracted companies. Meanwhile, Trump is aggressively pushing Matt Gaetz for attorney general despite renewed scrutiny over allegations involving a minor and leaked depositions. In Congress, House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, are targeting trans rights with a bathroom resolution aimed at newly elected Representative Sarah McBride. On a brighter note, homicides have dropped by up to 40% in major U.S. cities this year, signaling significant progress in public safety.

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Friday, February 21st, 2025 - Hamas hostage parade; USPS takeover; MX v US gun smugglers; Elon’s CPAC chainsaw stunt 7:50

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Today’s Headlines: Hamas returned the bodies of three Israeli hostages but paraded them on stage before a cheering crowd. They claimed to have returned another, but the remains were not a hostage. The U.S. labeled eight drug cartels as terrorist organizations, prompting Mexico’s president to propose stricter gun trafficking rules. Trump plans to fire USPS leadership and place it under Commerce Department control. DHS revoked TPS for Haitians, affecting half a million people. A judge ruled Trump is defying a court order on foreign aid, while another allowed federal layoffs to proceed. Governor Hochul will impose sanctions on NYC Mayor Adams instead of removing him. Kash Patel was narrowly confirmed as FBI director. Mitch McConnell announced he won’t seek reelection, and CPAC began with Elon Musk wielding a chainsaw gifted by Argentina’s president. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Telegraph: IDF says body handed over by Hamas is not Shiri Bibas Axios: Mexico targets American gun smugglers in response to naming cartels terrorists WA Post: Trump expected to take control of USPS, fire postal board, officials say AP News: Trump administration throws out protections from deportation for roughly half a million Haitians AP News: Trump administration is flouting an order to temporarily lift a freeze on foreign aid, judge says NBC News: Judge rules against union bid to block mass federal layoffs by Trump NBC News: Gov. Kathy Hochul won't remove embattled NYC Mayor Eric Adams — for now AP News: Trump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts Axios: Mitch McConnell, 83, won't seek reelection in 2026 PBS: WATCH: Elon Musk wields ‘chainsaw for bureaucracy’ on stage before speaking at CPAC Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Thursday, February 20th, 2025 - Trump blames Zelensky; Medicaid cuts, Pentagon layoffs; Israel-Hamas deal update; Mexico vs. Google 8:13

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Today’s Headlines: Trump blames Zelensky for Russia’s invasion after a Saudi meeting that excluded Ukraine, calling him a dictator and urging elections. Meanwhile, Trump asserts more control over federal agencies with executive orders on legal authority, IVF access, and blocking NYC’s congestion pricing plan (complete with a crown photo). Medicaid faces $880 billion in cuts as part of a GOP budget designed to fund $4.5 trillion in tax breaks for the wealthy. Over at the Pentagon, Trump ordered defense spending cuts, while the IRS begins laying off 6,000 workers. Hamas plans to return the bodies of four Israeli hostages, including a mother and her two children, as the ceasefire continues. And in Mexico, President Sheinbaum threatens to sue Google over its maps labeling the “Gulf of America”. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: Trump says Ukraine started the war that's killing its citizens. What are the facts? WA Post: Trump moves to narrow independence of Fed, along with other Wall Street overseers WA Post: Trump’s executive order aims to lower the cost of IVF. Here’s what we know. WA Post: Trump administration revokes approval of NYC congestion toll NY Times: Trump Says Medicaid Won’t Be ‘Touched.’ House Republicans Want It Cut by Hundreds of Billions. WA Post: Trump administration orders Pentagon to plan for sweeping budget cuts NY Times: Trump Administration Live Updates: Hegseth Calls for 8 Percent Annual Defense Cut WA Post: Bodies of Bibas family, symbol of hostage horrors, to be returned, Hamas says Axios: Mexico threatens Google with lawsuit over "Gulf of America" label on maps Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Wednesday, February 19th, 2025 - Fed prosecutor quits; DOGE Wins; USDA firings; Trump backs Tate; Multi-state floods; Pope hospitalized 6:46

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Today’s Headlines: Denise Cheung, a longtime federal prosecutor, stepped down after refusing a request to freeze funds from a Biden administration environmental grant without any evidence—something she felt could violate constitutional rights. A judge ruled that Elon Musk’s DOGE team can continue making decisions at federal agencies for now, though the case isn’t over. Meanwhile, the USDA accidentally fired key officials handling the bird flu outbreak, and the FDA food division chief resigned after mass layoffs gutted his team. Trump is reportedly pushing Romania to lift travel restrictions on Andrew Tate, who’s in prison facing serious charges. Flooding in Kentucky, West Virginia, and Georgia has claimed at least 14 lives, and more rough weather is on the way. Lastly, Pope Francis remains in the hospital with pneumonia. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: WA Post: High-ranking D.C. federal prosecutor resigns over order to freeze EPA funds NBC News: Judge denies states' bid to curtail DOGE's powers NBC News: USDA accidentally fired officials working on bird flu and is now trying to rehire them NBC News: Leader of FDA food division resigns Forbes: Here’s Why Trump May View Andrew Tate As An Ally—As He Reportedly Pressures Romania To Lift His Travel Restrictions CNN: At least 14 dead in multi-state floods as rivers rise and rescues continue WA Post: Heavy snow and ice will hit from the Plains to the Mid-Atlantic CBS News: Pope Francis has bilateral pneumonia, Vatican says Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Tuesday, February 18th, 2025 - ‘Not My Presidents’ protests; Adams resignations, Delta crash & FAA cuts; DOGE-Social Security clash; US-Russia summit 6:27

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Today’s Headlines: Protests marked Presidents Day with “Not My Presidents’ Day” rallies against Trump and Musk across the U.S., despite freezing temperatures. In New York, four deputy mayors resigned over Mayor Eric Adams' cooperation with Trump’s immigration policy, and pressure mounts on Governor Kathy Hochul to consider Adams' removal. A Delta plane crash in Toronto injured 19 amid FAA staff cuts, while mass DHS firings and tensions at the Social Security Administration highlight ongoing federal upheaval. Trump also nominated “Stop the Steal” organizer Ed Martin as interim U.S. attorney for D.C. Lastly, U.S.-Russia peace talks in Riyadh begin without Ukrainian participation, drawing criticism from President Zelensky. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: 'No kings on Presidents Day' rings out from protests against Trump and Musk NY Times: 4 Top Officials to Resign Over Adams’s Cooperation With Trump AP News: Delta jet flips upside down on a snowy Toronto runway and all 80 aboard survive NBC News: Hundreds of FAA employees are let go as Trump's mass layoffs continue NBC News: Department of Homeland Security preparing to fire hundreds of senior leaders this week WA Post: Top Social Security official exits after clash with Musk’s DOGE over data NBC News: Trump nominates 'Stop the Steal' organizer who advocated for Jan. 6 defendants to be D.C.'s top prosecutor Axios: Zelensky warns Ukraine won't accept decisions made without them in peace talks Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Monday, February 17th, 2025 - Vance stuns US allies; Ukraine excluded; Musk’s DOGE fail; Trump’s MAHA & RFK Jr.’s probe; Measles outbreak update 13:01

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Today’s Headlines: Vice President JD Vance delivered a speech at the Munich Security Conference accusing European leaders of abandoning their core values and meeting with far-right leader Alice Weidel while ignoring Germany’s chancellor. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated Ukraine’s NATO membership is off the table, as U.S. officials travel to Saudi Arabia for peace talks that excluded Ukraine and Europe. In response, European leaders, led by France’s Macron, convened an emergency summit. Russian state media celebrated the fracturing of Western alliances. The White House banned the Associated Press over a naming dispute, and the DOJ dropped corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams after mass resignations of prosecutors. Elon Musk, fresh from a meeting with India’s PM Modi, announced plans for a Dubai tunnel system, oversaw IRS layoffs, and faced a cybersecurity breach of the DOGE website. National Nuclear Security let go key employees responsible for nuclear safety, coinciding with a Russian strike on Chernobyl. RFK Jr. launched a commission on childhood health, but Texas faces a growing measles outbreak linked to low vaccination rates. A hostage exchange between Israel and Hamas saw mixed outcomes, with Trump signaling U.S. support for any Israeli retaliation. Lastly, a new bill aims to designate Trump’s birthday as a federal holiday. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: The Guardian: JD Vance stuns Munich conference with blistering attack on Europe’s leaders Axios: Hegseth stands by Ukraine comments as GOP senator slams "rookie mistake" NBC News: Top Trump administration officials to head to Saudi Arabia for Russia-Ukraine peace talks Reuters: France's Macron to host emergency European summit on Ukraine CNN: Zelensky warns days of guaranteed US support for Europe are over, as Kellogg says Europeans won’t be at table for peace talks The Daily Beast: Laughing Kremlin Insiders Say Trump Has Given Putin Greenlight to Expand the War CNN: The White House bans the AP indefinitely over the use of ‘Gulf of Mexico’ NBC News: Justice Department moves to dismiss Eric Adams case after extraordinary internal revolt WA Post: Read prosecutor’s resignation letter in N.Y. Mayor Eric Adams’s bribery case AP News: Elon Musk met with Modi during the Indian prime minister's US visit. What does he want from India? Business Insider: Elon Musk's Boring Company is planning to build a tunnel system in Dubai more than 10 miles long Reuters: IRS prepares to lay off thousands of workers Huff Post: Elon Musk’s DOGE Posts Classified Data On Its New Website The Independent: DOGE’s hastily-launched website has already been hacked: ‘This is a joke of a .gov site’ NBC News: DOGE software approval alarms Labor Department employees NBC News: Trump administration wants to un-fire nuclear safety workers but can’t figure out how to reach them Axios: Trump creates MAHA commission on childhood chronic illness NBC News: In rural West Texas, a measles outbreak grows with no end in sight ABC News: Netanyahu to convene security cabinet after release of 3 hostages Huff Post: New York Congresswoman Introduces Bill To Make Trump's Birthday A Federal Holiday Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Friday, February 14th, 2025 - Fed layoffs; GOP’s budget cuts, Trans health ruling; Abortion extradition; NY Green Light law; RFK Jr. confirmed 7:04

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Today’s Headlines: About 77,000 federal employees have accepted Trump’s deferred resignation offer, with more layoffs hitting the Department of Education, GSA, and Small Business Administration. Meanwhile, several DOJ officials in New York resigned after refusing to drop corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, who was allegedly shielded by Trump’s immigration crackdown. Trump also froze the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, an anti-bribery law. House Republicans rolled out a budget plan with $1.5 trillion in spending cuts, $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, and more funding for immigration enforcement and the military. A federal judge blocked Trump’s order restricting health care for transgender youth, and New York Governor Kathy Hochul vowed to block Louisiana’s effort to extradite a doctor who mailed abortion pills to a teen. Pam Bondi announced a lawsuit against New York’s Green Light law, which limits DMV data sharing with immigration officials. Lastly, RFK Jr. was confirmed as Health and Human Services Secretary—Mitch McConnell was the only Republican to vote against him. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: CNN: Scores of firings have begun at federal agencies AP News: Prosecutor who quit after refusing to drop Adams case says she's confident he committed the crimes CBS News: Trump freezes U.S. law banning bribery of foreign officials WSJ: House GOP Plan Envisions $4.5 Trillion in Tax Cuts WA Post: Federal judge blocks Trump order on health care for transgender youth NY Times: Abortion Provider Won’t Be Extradited to Louisiana, N.Y. Governor Says CBS News: New York's Green Light Law hit with Department of Justice lawsuit. Here's why. NY Times: Senate Confirms RFK Jr., a Prominent Vaccine Skeptic, as Health Secretary Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Thursday, February 13th, 2025 - US-Russia prisoner swap; Ukraine talks; Cabinet updates; Inflation rose to 3%; WH bars AP reporter 7:37

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Today’s Headlines: The U.S. swapped American detainee Marc Fogel for Russian bitcoin money launderer Alexander Vinnik, as Trump and Putin agreed to negotiate a Ukraine ceasefire without Ukraine’s NATO membership. Belarus freed three prisoners, including one American. Tulsi Gabbard was confirmed as Director of National Intelligence, and RFK Jr.’s nomination for Health Secretary advanced. A judge ruled federal employees must choose buyout offers, while eight fired inspectors general sued for reinstatement. Civil rights groups filed a lawsuit over Guantanamo immigrant detentions. Inflation rose 3%, dimming hopes of rate cuts. Lastly, the White House barred an AP reporter for refusing to adopt the term "Gulf of America." Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Axios: Russian bitcoin exchange co-founder to be released as part of swap for Marc Fogel Axios: Trump says he might meet Putin in Saudi Arabia after call on Ukraine ABC News: Journalist, American among 3 prisoners freed from Belarus - ABC News WA Post: Tulsi Gabbard confirmed by Senate as director of national intelligence AP News: Judge removes key legal hurdle for Trump’s plan to trim federal workforce with deferred resignations Axios: Inspectors general sue Trump admin over their firings Axios: Groups sue to get access to immigrants at Guantánamo Bay CNBC: Consumer prices rise 0.5% in January, higher than expected as annual rate rises to 3% AP News: White House bars AP reporter from Oval Office because of AP style policy on 'Gulf of America' Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 - NIH funding fight;, Flu surge & Measles outbreak; Collins backed RFK Jr.; Bannon pled guilty; US teacher freed 7:07

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Today’s Headlines: A judge ruled the Trump administration broke the law by withholding NIH grants, which fund critical medical research. This is one of many lawsuits challenging Trump and Elon Musk’s DOGE team’s actions. Flu cases are spiking, hospitals are full, and measles outbreaks are popping up as vaccination rates drop. Senator Susan Collins backed RFK Jr. for Health Secretary despite his controversial vaccine stance. Trump fired the head of the Office of Government Ethics, and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem asked the IRS to help ICE crack down on undocumented workers. Steve Bannon pled guilty to fraud but got off with a conditional sentence. On a positive note, American teacher Marc Fogel was finally released from Russian detention after three years. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: NY Times: Judge Rules That Trump Administration Defied Order to Unfreeze Billions in Federal Grants WA Post: Flu is surging nationwide, with 24 million cases so far NBC News: Fifteen cases of measles reported in small West Texas county with high rate of vaccine exemptions Press Herald: Sen. Susan Collins will support RFK Jr. as US health secretary CNN: Trump removes top government ethics czar WA Post: Dept. of Homeland Security wants IRS to help with immigration enforcement NBC News: Steve Bannon pleads guilty in New York 'We Build the Wall' case NBC News: Marc Fogel, American teacher held in Russia for 3.5 years, back in U.S. after release Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 - Trump’s tariff update; Musk’s OpenAI snub; Bird Flu hots NV dairy worker; Vince Neal’s jet AZ crash 7:02

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Today’s Headlines: Trump officially imposed a 25% tariff on aluminum and steel imports and threatened Hamas to release all hostages by Saturday or face consequences. He also pardoned former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich and moved to drop corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams. Elon Musk’s $97.4B bid for OpenAI was swiftly rejected by CEO Sam Altman, who trolled Musk with a counteroffer to buy Twitter. Meanwhile, New York has banned Chinese AI assistant DeepSeek from government devices over surveillance concerns. A Nevada dairy worker contracted the new D1.1 bird flu strain, as the outbreak has hit 23 million birds. Trader Joe’s is now limiting egg purchases, with prices expected to spike 20% this year. Lastly, a deadly jet crash in Scottsdale, Arizona, killed one and injured three, prompting an NTSB investigation. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: Live Trump updates: Palestinians won’t have right to return to Gaza, Trump says NBC News: Trump pardons former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich NY Times: Eric Adams Corruption Case Live Updates: Justice Dept. Tells Prosecutors to Drop Charges AP News: Elon Musk-led group proposes buying OpenAI for $97.4 billion. OpenAI CEO says 'no thank you' NBC News: New York state bans DeepSeek from government devices WA Post: New version of bird flu infects Nevada dairy worker Axios: Trader Joe's limits egg purchases due to bird flu shortages ABC 15: Pilot dead, 4 hurt after plane owned by Mötley Crüe member crashes at Scottsdale Airport Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Monday, February 10th, 2025 - Hamas hostage swap; Federal power struggle; Press crackdowns; Steel tariffs & more 8:57

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Today’s Headlines: Hamas released three Israeli hostages in exchange for 183 Palestinian prisoners in a staged handoff at gunpoint, as talks begin on the next phase of the truce. Meanwhile, Trump and Musk continue their battle against federal judges blocking their unconstitutional moves, with DOGE physically securing agencies and targeting the Pentagon next. Trump has also expelled major news outlets from Pentagon press spaces, taken control of the Kennedy Center, and announced new steel tariffs. Germany orders X to release election data amid concerns over Musk’s support for the far-right. Steve Wynn is pushing the Supreme Court to roll back press protections, while the FCC investigates a San Francisco radio station for reporting on ICE activity. And in a major shift, Google has scrapped its AI ethics pledge, clearing the way for AI-powered surveillance and weaponry. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: NY Times: Hamas Makes Gaunt Israeli Hostages Thank Captors Before Release CBS News: Judge blocks Trump administration from placing 2,200 USAID employees on leave WA Post: CFPB halts work after Trump appoints Bessent as acting head NY Times: Democratic Lawmakers Denied Entry to the Department of Education The Guardian: Trump hints Musk ‘Doge’ team has free rein with Pentagon next in line for cuts Axios: Musk says DOGE staffer who resigned over racist tweets "will be brought back" AP News: The Trump administration is throwing more Pentagon reporters out of their workspaces AP News: Trump says he's firing Kennedy Center board of trustees members and naming himself chairman AP News: Trump says he will announce 25% steel and aluminum tariffs Monday, and more import duties are coming Tech Crunch: German court orders X to give data access to democracy researchers ahead of federal elections The NV Independant: Attorneys for Steve Wynn ask Supreme Court to overturn landmark libel rule SF Standard: FCC investigating SF radio station for broadcasting ICE agent activity CNBC: Google removes pledge to not use AI for weapons, surveillance Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Friday, February 7th, 2025 - Trump’s “Anti-Christian Bias” task force; Musk’s DOGE scandal; CBS lawsuit; Federal buyouts; New bird flu threat 7:52

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Today’s Headlines: Trump announced a new task force to combat “anti-Christian bias,” led by AG Pam Bondi, and signed an executive order directing agencies to identify and halt anti-Christian discrimination. A federal judge temporarily blocked the deadline for federal employees to accept the administration’s buyout offer, while another judge prevented Elon Musk’s DOGE team from accessing Treasury records. A DOGE staffer resigned over racist tweets, and reports suggest the team has been feeding Education Department financial data into AI software. In Congress, Russell Vought was confirmed as OMB director despite a 30-hour Democratic filibuster, while Kash Patel’s FBI nomination was delayed for a week. Meanwhile, CBS released unedited 60 Minutes footage after Trump’s lawsuit accusing them of election interference, but he continues to attack the network, with his FCC chair calling their actions “concerning.” Finally, a new strain of bird flu was detected in Nevada dairy cattle, adding to rising concerns over multiple emerging variants. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: After prayer breakfast, Trump creates task force to root out 'anti-Christian bias' WA Post: Judge temporarily pauses Trump administration’s federal worker buyout program ABC News: DOJ agrees to proposed order to limit DOGE's access to Treasury data WSJ: Exclusive | DOGE Staffer Resigns Over Racist Posts Wired: DOGE Teen Owns ‘Tesla.Sexy LLC’ and Worked at Startup That Has Hired Convicted Hackers WA Post: Elon Musk’s DOGE feeds AI sensitive federal data to target cuts NBC News: Senate Republicans confirm Project 2025 co-author Russell Vought as White House budget director National Review: Senate Democrats Delay Vote on Kash Patel FBI Director Nomination CBS: 60 Minutes publishes transcripts, video requested by FCC The Guardian: Trump calls for ‘termination’ of 60 Minutes in fresh attack on US media AP News: Second type of bird flu detected in US dairy cows Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Thursday, February 6th, 2025 - Gaza tensions; Trump’s purge; Syria withdrawal; FBI lawsuits; January’s global temp 8:11

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Today’s Headlines: Saudi Arabia rejected normalizing ties with Israel without a Palestinian state after Trump claimed the U.S. would take over Gaza. Meanwhile, the Pentagon is drafting plans to withdraw all U.S. troops from Syria, a move Trump has attempted before. In domestic news, 20,000 federal employees accepted buyouts amid Trump's push for widespread layoffs, with intelligence agencies and USAID also facing major workforce reductions. The FBI turned over details of 5,000 employees involved in January 6th investigations, prompting lawsuits. The USPS briefly halted package shipments from China before reversing course due to backlash. Trump also signed an executive order banning transgender women from women’s sports. Finally, January was recorded as the hottest month ever. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Yahoo: Saudi Arabia contradicts Trump, vows no ties with Israel without creation of Palestinian state NBC News: Defense Department drafting plans to withdraw all U.S. troops from Syria after recent Trump comments Reuters: Unions sue to block federal worker buyout plan as 20,000 line up to quit CNN: Trump administration plans sweeping layoffs among workers who don’t opt to resign Reuters: Unions sue to block federal worker buyout plan as 20,000 line up to quit NPR: Trump offers deferred resignation to national security and intelligence workers NBC News: USAID announces nearly all direct hires will be placed on administrative leave NBC News: USAID announces nearly all direct hires will be placed on administrative leave CNN: FBI turns over details of 5,000 employees who worked on January 6 cases to Trump Justice Department, as agents sue WSJ: U.S. Postal Service Resumes Shipments of China Parcels NBC News: Trump signs executive order banning trans women from women’s sports Axios: January surprises with a global temperature record Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 - Trump’s wants Gaza; Musk’s mystery role; Migrants sent to Guantanamo; Costco vs. the GOP 8:36

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Today’s Headlines: Trump announced that the U.S. will take over Gaza “long term,” ruling out Palestinian return and suggesting other countries take in refugees. He also pulled the U.S. out of the UN Human Rights Council and UNRWA. Meanwhile, China hit back at U.S. tariffs with its own and launched an antitrust investigation into Google. The White House confirmed Elon Musk is officially a “special government employee,” though questions remain about his security clearance and financial conflicts. The first flight of detained migrants landed in Guantanamo Bay, and El Salvador agreed to house U.S. prisoners—including citizens. The administration is also reportedly looking to shut down the Department of Education and OSHA. Pam Bondi is officially attorney general, while RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard moved closer to Senate confirmation. And in corporate drama, 19 GOP attorneys general threatened Costco over its DEI policies. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: CBS News: Trump says U.S. will "take over the Gaza Strip" during news conference with Netanyahu The HIll: Trump withdraws from 2 UN bodies, orders review of UNESCO AP News: China counters with tariffs on US products. It will also investigate Google CBS News: The White House says Elon Musk is a "special government employee." Here's what that means. Forbes: ‘This Needs To Stop Now’—Elon Musk Confirms Radical Doge U.S. Treasury Plan NBC NEws: White House preparing executive order to abolish the Education Department Newsweek: Republican Calls to Scrap Workplace Safety Agency WSJ: U.S. Begins Migrant Flights to Guantanamo Bay Detention Center WA Post: El Salvador offers to jail ‘American criminals,’ including U.S. citizens NBC News: Marco Rubio empowers State Department official Pete Marocco to run USAID NBC News: Live updates: Trump says U.S. 'will take over the Gaza Strip' at White House news conference with Netanyahu Dispatch: Ohio AG Dave Yost to Costco: Drop your diversity programs or else Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 - Trump’s wealth fund; Tariff chaos; USAID showdown; FBI purge; Bird Flu warning; DC crash leak arrests 8:11

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Today’s Headlines: Trump signed an executive order to create a U.S. sovereign wealth fund, with officials suggesting it could involve government stakes in funded companies and even a TikTok takeover. Meanwhile, his tariff announcements rattled markets, prompting retaliatory moves from Canada and Mexico, though temporary delays were later negotiated. A constitutional showdown erupted as Congress members were blocked from entering USAID, which Trump and Elon Musk moved to dismantle. USAID officials abroad lost access to critical security tools. Trump’s acting U.S. attorney for D.C. pledged legal protection for Musk allies, while FBI agents received questionnaires about their January 6th investigations, signaling a crackdown. A new bird flu strain, H5N9, was detected in California, prompting mass poultry culling. Finally, two airport employees were arrested for leaking footage of last week’s Reagan Airport crash. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: NBC News: Trump moves to develop sovereign wealth fund to 'create value for American citizens' AP News: Wall Street falls following Trump's tariffs, but not as badly as feared in the morning AP News: Canada's most populous province to pause retaliatory measures as US puts tariffs on hold NBC News: Trump and leaders of Canada and Mexico say tariffs will be delayed one month after talks CNBC: Trump pauses tariffs on Canada imports for 30 days after doing the same for Mexico AP News: Trump and Musk move to dismantle USAID, igniting battle with Democratic lawmakers Yahoo: Trump-Appointed DC Attorney Offers to Protect Musk’s DOGE Staff CBS News: FBI distributing questionnaire probing agents' work on Jan. 6 Capitol riot cases, sources say Live Science: US reports 1st outbreak of 'highly pathogenic' H5N9 virus in poultry. Should we worry? WA Post: Airport workers arrested, accused of leaking video of plane crash Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Monday, February 3rd, 2025 - Musk’s takeover; Trump’s layoffs & tariffs, and Aviation disasters 11:27

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