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Shoppers are playing a large part in the continued growth of the U.S. economy
The U.S. economy grew more slowly than expected in the first three months of the year, according to new Commerce Department figures released Thursday.
Despite Court Order, Kenyan Government Keeps TV Stations Closed
by Eyder Peralta
Government officials in Kenya defied a court order and refused to put four private television stations back on the air. The government is also supposed to release an opposition leader.
Sen. Christopher Coons Weighs In On Dueling Memos, Immigration Bill
Steve Inskeep talks to Sen. Christopher Coons about a Democratic memo that counters a GOP memo on the FBI, and a bipartisan immigration bill which would remove an impasse to the looming budget deal.
Michigan Car Dealer Had Confidence In Patriots' Super Bowl Win
The tag line of the TV ad: Congratulations Patriots! The business reportedly didn't submit an Eagles version, and instructed the station to air the Patriots ad no matter how the game ended.
Military Vets Are Among Factors Changing The Politics Of Pot
by Quil Lawrence
The politics of medical marijuana are changing as veterans turn to the drug to treat service-related conditions. Trump administration efforts to enforce anti-pot laws have faced bipartisan pushback.
President Trump Will Promote GOP Tax Plan In Ohio Monday
Rachel Martin talks to conservative talk show host Chris Buskirk about the president's trip to Cincinnati to promote the tax pan, and what Trump supporters thought of the release of the Nunes memo.
Disgraced Ex-USA Gymnastics Doctor To Receive Final Prison Sentence
Larry Nassar's sentencing will conclude Monday in Eaton County, Mich. He's already been sentenced in another county. Steve Inskeep talks to Matthew Mencarini of the Lansing State Journal.
Remembering Top Wildlife Trade Investigator: 'It Is A Great Loss'
Esmond Bradley Martin, one of the world's leading investigators into the ivory trade, was found dead on Sunday in Kenya. NPR hears from his colleague, Dan Stiles, who talks about Martin's work.