Morning news brief
U.S. economy shrinks as Trump's tariffs spark recession fears, Ukraine and U.S. sign minerals deal, hear the latest on tensions between India and Pakistan following militant attack last week.
Health Insurance CEO On New CBO Report
Independence Blue Cross President and CEO Daniel Hilferty talks with Ailsa Chang about the Congressional Budget Office's latest report on payments the federal government makes to insurance companies.
Cokie Roberts Answers Your Questions About Nuclear Protocols
Ailsa Chang talks with commentator Cokie Roberts, who answers listener questions about who has the power to launch nuclear weapons and how those powers were established.
How Police Can Keep The Peace During Tense Protests
Following the violence in Charlottesville, Fraternal Order of Police National President Chuck Canterbury tells Rachel Martin about what police can do to prevent similar protests from turning violent.
Trump Adviser Wants Bannon Out
Ailsa Chang talks with Javier Palomarez, who serves on President Trump's National Diversity Council, about the White House's muted response to violence in Charlottesville and the role of Steve Bannon.
Students Find Spacesuits In Thrift Store
Two college students in Florida found several spacesuits in a thrift store and bought them all for less than two dollars. The American Space Museum says they're authentic and worth thousands.
Watch Out For 'Lizardmen'
In what was likely a joke, South Carolina officials sent a tweet warning residents to watch out for "Lizardmen" during the eclipse. The Lizard Man is a mythical creature like Bigfoot.
An Uber Driver Helps Stop A Suicide
Chad Farley, an Uber driver in Florida, helped rescue a man who requested to be dropped off in the middle of a bridge.
Combating Racism After Charlottesville
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with educator and activist Brittany Packnett about how people can help fight racism and white supremacy in their daily lives.
