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Morning Announcements

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  • Morning Announcements is a daily show brought to you by the Betches Sup, here to help you make sense of the world in the wake of 2020’s chaos. Every morning, Betches co-founder and host Sami Sage gives you quick daily updates with the most important info you need to know about politics and current events. Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz.
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  • Friday, April 26th, 2024

    Friday, April 26th, 2024
    Apr 26 2024
    Today’s Headlines: The Supreme Court heard oral arguments yesterday regarding whether Donald Trump has absolute immunity from prosecution due to his actions while president in attempting to overturn the 2020 election, arguing that anything a president does can be considered an "official act." Trump's attorney even suggested that assassinating a political rival could be an official act depending on circumstances. However, the Court didn't seem swayed by the full immunity argument, potentially opening the door for partial immunity or delaying the case. Meanwhile, in Defendant Donald's criminal trial, former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker testified about his involvement in a hush money agreement with Stormy Daniels, revealing that the Enquirer buried the story to help Trump's presidential campaign. President Biden issued a joint statement urging Hamas to accept a hostage and ceasefire deal, while a Commerce Department report showed weaker-than-expected economic growth in the US for the first quarter of 2024. Lastly, Harvey Weinstein's rape conviction was overturned by a New York Appeals Court, prompting plans for a retrial. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Axios: Trump could get partial victory after Supreme Court hears immunity case AP News: Trump hush money trial day 7 highlights: David Pecker cross-examination begins Axios: Biden and 17 world leaders call on Hamas to release the hostages CNBC: GDP growth slowed to a 1.6% rate in the first quarter, well below expectations AP News: Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction from landmark #MeToo trial overturned 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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    7 mins
  • Thursday, April 25th, 2024

    Thursday, April 25th, 2024
    Apr 25 2024
    Today’s Headlines: Congress passed a $95 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, along with a TikTok ban, allowing TikTok up to a year to secure a sale to an American company. Hamas released a video of an Israeli-American hostage, increasing pressure for negotiations. In Arizona, a grand jury indicted 18 people, including Trump affiliates, for efforts to overturn the 2020 election. The Supreme Court heard arguments on Idaho's abortion ban vs. federal emergency care law, showing a divided stance. Tennessee passed a law permitting concealed handguns for teachers, and the Department of Transportation issued new rules mandating automatic flight refunds. Lastly, bird flu concerns arose after FDA detection in milk samples, leading to new regulations for dairy cow transportation. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Axios: What happens now that Biden has signed the TikTok bill Axios: Qatar passed U.S. proof-of-life of Israeli-American hostage on Monday WA Post: Meadows, Giuliani and other Trump allies charged in Arizona 2020 election probe SCOTUS Blog: Supreme Court divided over federal-state conflict on emergency abortion ban WA Post: Tennessee passes bill to let teachers carry guns, a year after mass shooting CBS News: New airline rules will make it easier to get refunds for canceled flights. Here's what to know Axios: U.S. expands testing for bird flu in 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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    8 mins
  • Wednesday, April 24th, 2024

    Wednesday, April 24th, 2024
    Apr 24 2024
    Today’s Headlines: Yesterday was the second day of testimony in Defendant Donald's criminal trial, which was filled with drama. While there won't be any cameras in the courtroom, the New York State Court System announced that transcripts of each day's proceedings will be published on their website due to "unparalleled public interest." Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker testified about his role in directing favorable stories to Donald's campaign, dating back to the 2015 republican primary. Meanwhile, there's anticipation for a ruling on whether Donald will be held in contempt of court for violating his gag order. The Supreme Court heard arguments on a dispute between Idaho's near-total abortion ban and a federal law requiring emergency abortion care, while the FTC voted to ban non-compete agreements nationwide, facing potential legal challenges from pro-business lobbyists. The Justice Department reached a $139 million civil settlement with victims of Larry Nassar, resolving claims of FBI mishandling. Lastly, the Senate was voting on a $95 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, along with the TikTok ban, signaling a late-night passage. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: WA Post: Ex-publisher David Pecker details ‘catch and kill’ in Trump trial testimony CBS News: Supreme Court to consider clash of Idaho abortion ban with federal law for emergency care The Hill: FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements Reuters: US reaches $138.7 million civil settlement with victims of Larry Nassar CNN: Senate passes $95 billion package sending aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan after months of delay 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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    6 mins
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