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Freedom of speech is shifting under the Trump administration. We’re exploring how

Freedom of speech is shifting under the Trump administration. We’re exploring how

Many Americans worry freedom of speech is fading, while others feel empowered to say what they want. NPR's Morning Edition explores this dynamic in a new series, The State of the First Amendment.
by Leila Fadel, Arezou Rezvani, Taylor Haney and Kyle Mackie

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A Capitol jargon cheat sheet as Minnesota lawmakers approach crucial session deadline

A Capitol jargon cheat sheet as Minnesota lawmakers approach crucial session deadline

The 2025 Minnesota legislative session faces a cutoff point this week as lawmakers work toward their final day of May 19. Here are some terms that might help you navigate the Capitol push.
by Clay Masters

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Congress has the power to halt Trump's tariffs. But Republicans aren't ready to use it

Congress has the power to halt Trump's tariffs. But Republicans aren't ready to use it

Lawmakers are talking of clawing back their power to levy tariffs, but almost none seemed ready to turn their words into action. The Republican president is upending longstanding GOP principles like support for free trade.
by The Associated Press

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How automakers are responding to the 25% car tariffs so far

How automakers are responding to the 25% car tariffs so far

It's only been a few days since President Trump's 25 percent tariffs on foreign cars took effect. But the import surcharge has led to some immediate changes, including layoffs and pauses in car shipments.
by Emma Bowman

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Protesters tee off against Trump and Musk in ‘Hands Off!’ rallies in Minnesota and across U.S.

Protesters tee off against Trump and Musk in ‘Hands Off!’ rallies in Minnesota and across U.S.

Thousands of demonstrators are rallying at sites across the U.S. against President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk. More than 1,200 “Hands Off!” demonstrations were planned in all 50 states Saturday.
by Feven Gerezgiher, Cari Spencer and The Associated Press

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Jaguar and Land Rover maker pauses shipments to U.S.

Jaguar and Land Rover maker pauses shipments to U.S.

The British maker of Jaguar and Land Rover cars is pausing shipments to the U.S. as it works to mitigate the impact of a 25 percent tax on vehicle imports imposed by the Trump administration.
by The Associated Press

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