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President Trump arrives for a presentation ceremony for the Commander-in-Chief Trophy to the U.S. Naval Academy in the East Room of the White House on Tuesday.

President Trump arrives for a presentation ceremony for the Commander-in-Chief Trophy to the U.S. Naval Academy in the East Room of the White House on Tuesday. Win McNamee/Getty Images hide caption

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Politics

5 takeaways from the week: Nearing a constitutional crisis?

The week was dominated by news about the Maryland man illegally deported to El Salvador. But there was also concern over tariffs and Robert F. Kennedy's work as Health and Human Services secretary.
A student honors the deceased and injured students near the scene of a shooting at the Florida State University student center on Friday in Tallahassee, Florida. Two people were reported dead and several others injured after the suspected shooter, believed to be a student and the son of a Leon County Sheriff's deputy, opened fire on the university's main campus.

A student honors the deceased and injured students near the scene of a shooting at the Florida State University student center on Friday in Tallahassee, Florida. Two people were reported dead and several others injured after the suspected shooter, believed to be a student and the son of a Leon County Sheriff's deputy, opened fire on the university's main campus. Miguel J. Rodriguez Carrillo/Getty Images hide caption

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The suspect in the FSU mass shooting is a student and a deputy's son

Authorities are investigating a shooting at Florida State University that killed two people and wounded six others. The suspect is hospitalized and is the son of a Leon County sheriff's deputy.
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen speaks to the press in La Libertad, El Salvador.

Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen speaks to the press in La Libertad, El Salvador, during his trip to lobby for the release of deported Maryland resident Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Salvador Melendez/AP hide caption

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Politics

A Maryland senator visits his wrongfully deported constituent in El Salvador

Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen went to El Salvador to lobby for the release of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, whose deportation has gripped the U.S. He isn't the only lawmaker with such a trip in mind.

WATCH

Sharon Isbin & Amjad Ali Khan's Strings for Peace: Tiny Desk Concert

The classical guitarist offers a mesmerizing East meets West collision, teaming up with a family of Indian musicians who play the sarod, a darker-toned cousin of the sitar.
The new U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee places a note given to him from President Trump in the cracks of the Western Wall, during Huckabee's visit to the holy site in the old city of Jerusalem on April 18.

The new U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee places a note given to him from President Trump in the cracks of the Western Wall, during Huckabee's visit to the holy site in the old city of Jerusalem on April 18. Gil Cohen-Magen/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Huckabee arrives in Israel as new U.S. ambassador and visits the Western Wall

At the Western Wall, one of Judaism's holiest sites, Mike Huckabee said he'd brought a note with a prayer for peace handwritten by President Trump, who had instructed him to insert it into the wall.
Influencer Mario Nawfal, right, interviewing Belarussian president Aleksandr Lukashenko earlier this year. Lukashenko repeated Russian talking points in the interview about Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Technology

How Elon Musk's favorite news influencer is capitalizing on his clout

The Australian crypto entrepreneur now hosts chats with world leaders. "If [he] is sharing a story, there's a good chance that U.S. policymakers are reading it — and acting on it," said one analyst.
Oliver Ekman-Larsson of the Florida Panthers celebrates with the Stanley Cup following their victory over the Edmonton Oilers in Game Seven of the 2024 NHL Stanley Cup Final on June 24, 2024. The 2025 playoffs begin Saturday with hopes of an equally thrilling ending.

Oliver Ekman-Larsson of the Florida Panthers celebrates with the Stanley Cup following their victory over the Edmonton Oilers in Game Seven of the 2024 NHL Stanley Cup Final on June 24, 2024. The 2025 playoffs begin Saturday with hopes of an equally thrilling ending. Bruce Bennett/Getty Images hide caption

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Sports

The NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs begin Saturday. Here's what to watch for

One top seed has never won a Stanley Cup. The other wasn't expected to make the playoffs at all. And a pair of brothers who burned bright for Team USA in February are set to return to the ice.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky delivers a press conference at the headquarters of French national public television broadcaster "France Televisions" in Paris, on March 27, 2025. President Zelensky arrived in Paris on March 26, 2025, to attend the summit "Coalition of the willing" aimed at boosting Ukrainian security ahead of any potential ceasefire with Russia. (Photo by JULIEN DE ROSA / AFP) (Photo by JULIEN DE ROSA/AFP via Getty Images)

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky delivers a press conference at the headquarters of French national public television broadcaster "France Televisions" in Paris, on March 27, 2025. President Zelensky arrived in Paris on March 26, 2025, to attend the summit "Coalition of the willing" aimed at boosting Ukrainian security ahead of any potential ceasefire with Russia. (Photo by JULIEN DE ROSA / AFP) (Photo by JULIEN DE ROSA/AFP via Getty Images) JULIEN DE ROSA/AFP via Getty Images/AFP hide caption

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World

Ukraine sanctions 3 Chinese companies as tensions between Kyiv and Beijing rise

The sanctions mean the companies will not be able to do business with Ukraine and any assets they have in the country will be frozen.
Powell says he's determined to serve out the rest of his term, which runs through spring of 2026. In the picture, Powell departs after speaking at an an Economic Club of Chicago event in Chicago on April 16, 2025.

Powell says he's determined to serve out the rest of his term, which runs through spring of 2026. In the picture, Powell departs after speaking at an an Economic Club of Chicago event in Chicago on April 16, 2025. Vincent Alban/Getty Images North America hide caption

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Economy

Trump calls for Fed Chair Jerome Powell's 'termination' in blistering attack

President Trump lashed out at Powell for not acting sooner to lower interest rates. The president's own tariffs make that more difficult, by putting upward pressure on prices.

Trump calls for Fed Chair Jerome Powell's 'termination' in blistering attack

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Luigi Mangione, wearing a bright orange jumpsuit, is surrounded by NYPD officers, including some with guns.

Luigi Mangione, suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was indicted on four federal counts. In December, he was escorted by members of the NYPD following his extradition to New York. Spencer Platt/Getty Images hide caption

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Luigi Mangione indicted in federal court in CEO killing

Mangione was indicted on two counts of stalking, one firearms offense and murder through use of a firearm — a charge that could make him eligible for the death penalty.
PORTLAND, Maine — Bryan Noyes, 41, who served in the Army and overseas in Iraq and Larry McNarmara, 78, of Saco, Maine, who served in the Army from 1966-1969, chat together at Definitive Brewing on April 2, 2025, after attending "Pints & Patriotism." The event, hosted by Democracy First and I.A.V.A., brought together veterans and the public for patriotic conversation and drinks, aiming to foster discussion on American issues and unite veterans to address community and national challenges.

PORTLAND, Maine — Bryan Noyes, 41, who served in the Army and overseas in Iraq and Larry McNarmara, 78, of Saco, Maine, who served in the Army from 1966-1969, chat together at Definitive Brewing on April 2, 2025, after attending "Pints & Patriotism." The event, hosted by Democracy First and I.A.V.A., brought together veterans and the public for patriotic conversation and drinks, aiming to foster discussion on American issues and unite veterans to address community and national challenges.  Ryan David Brown for NPR hide caption

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Politics

For these veterans, the secret to crossing political divides starts with a beer

In an effort to reach across political divides, a group of veterans has been holding regular gatherings to talk about it — all over a beer. They call the events "Pints and Patriotism."

Pints and Patriotism

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Kevin and Jenny Conlon in front of their home on Monday, March 10, 2025, in Queensbury, N.Y. Kevin Conlon is an Iraq war combat veteran who has struggled with PTSD and traumatic brain injury related to IED explosions. The Conlons have been left in the lurch while they try to get up-to-date on mortgage payments through a Veterans’ Administration home loan program. Cindy Schultz for NPR

Kevin and Jenny Conlon in front of their home on Monday, March 10, 2025, in Queensbury, N.Y. Kevin Conlon is an Iraq war combat veteran who has struggled with PTSD and traumatic brain injury related to IED explosions. The Conlons have been left in the lurch while they try to get up-to-date on mortgage payments through a Veterans' Administration home loan program. Cindy Schultz for NPR Cindy Schultz for NPR hide caption

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Economy

If you're a military veteran at risk of foreclosure, NPR wants to hear from you

The VA says it's about to shut down the only low-interest, affordable loan modification option for thousands of vets who are behind on their mortgages. We want to hear your story.
Honduran migrant Josue Aguilar Valle (right) with his U.S. citizen wife Jessica Rodriguez and their toddler son Joshua at their North Miami home this year.

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A man was taken by ICE moments after securing a path to legal migrant status

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Josue Aguilar came to South Florida as a minor fleeing gang violence in Honduras. Now he faces deportation despite his marriage to a U.S. citizen, their toddler son, a good taxpaying job and a clean criminal record.
The U.S. Supreme Court is shown March 17, 2025 in Washington, D.C.

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Law

Supreme Court to hear challenge to Trump's birthright citizenship order in May

President Trump issued an executive order on day one of his administration that sought to limit birthright citizenship. That idea is widely considered a fringe view because the Supreme Court ruled to the contrary 127 years ago, and that decision has never been disturbed.

Supreme Court to hear challenge to Trump's birthright citizenship order in May

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A spread of desserts found in the new cookbook, Malai

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Pooja Bavishi shares frozen treats from her South Asian-inspired cookbook 'Malai'

NPR's Leila Fadel visits Pooja Bavishi, the author of Malai, a South Asian-inspired frozen desserts cookbook, at her D.C. shop where they sample ice cream and make their own treat.

Pooja Bavishi shares frozen treats from her South Asian-inspired cookbook 'Malai'

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