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Rep. Jeff Hurd discusses movement by some Republicans to reject deep Medicaid cuts

7:00am May 02, 2025

by Michel Martin

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Rep. Jeff Hurd, R-Colo., about a movement by some Republican lawmakers to reject deep cuts to Medicaid, the low-income federal health insurance program.

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Examining Former President George H.W. Bush's Legacy In Iraq

NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Feisal Istrabadi, Iraq's former ambassador to the U.N., about the legacy of President George H.W. Bush, who went to war against Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein.

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World News

France Scraps Fuel Tax Hike But Protesters Add New Demands

by Eleanor Beardsley

The French government canceled the planned hike in the fuel tax but protesters are now making new demands. Protesters in Hazebrouck, France, say the government is out of touch with the masses.

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Note To Self: Vote Early, Especially If Your Name Is On The Ballot

Cliff Farmer was running for city council in Hoxie, Ark., but fell one vote short of winning. His flight landed later than expected, missing his chance to vote. He faces a tiebreaker next week.

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News Brief: Mueller's Deadlines, Bolton On China, Yellow Vest Protests

Robert Mueller faces 2 deadlines regarding ex-Trump associates. Tensions continue after the U.S. requested the arrest of a Chinese executive. France's yellow vest movement demands more concessions.

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World News

The History Of Tech Giant Huawei And The Chinese Government

by Jasmine Garsd

The Huawei company was founded in 1987 by a former officer of the Chinese People's Liberation Army. It has grown into a technology giant, with help from its ties to the Chinese government.

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Reports Emerge Of Torture Inflicted By Yemen's Houthi Rebels

Steve Inskeep talks to Maggie Michael of The Associated Press about the reports of torture carried out inside detention sites run by Yemen's Houthi rebels.

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Politics & Government

Former FBI Director James Comey To Testify Before House Panel

David Greene talks to Democratic Rep. Robin Kelly of Illinois, a member of the House Oversight Committee, about what she expects from the testimony. NPR's Tim Mak weighs in on the conversation.

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World News

A Look Ahead To Next Week's Brexit Vote In Britain's Parliament

by Frank Langfitt

British lawmakers are struggling to find a compromise over Brexit. But some who voted in favor of Britain leaving the EU say they fear they will be betrayed by their prime minister and Parliament.

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Politics & Government

Heather Nauert Is Expected To Be Chosen As U.N. Ambassador

by Michele Kelemen

The White House is said to be nominating State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert as the next U.N. ambassador. She joined the State Department after working at Fox News as a reporter and host.

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Examining George H.W. Bush's Legacy, Flaws And All

Historian David Greenberg argues for a more critical understanding of President George H.W. Bush's legacy. He suggests that the late president should also be remembered for his shortcomings.

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Pete Shelley Of The British Punk Band Buzzcocks Dies At 63

Pete Shelley, the British songwriter and co-founder of the punk rock band, the Buzzcocks, has died at age 63.

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Kevin Hart Steps Down As 2019 Oscars Host

Kevin Hart has stepped down as host of the Academy Awards after he refused to apologize for past homophobic tweets.