
Politics
Gov. Meyer and lawmakers say legislation is critical to protect the state’s dominance, but critics deride the measure as the “Billionaires’ Bill.”
3 months ago
Listen 3:44Hundreds gather at Philly’s City Hall to support Ukraine after tense White House meeting
Hundreds rallied near City Hall Tuesday, holding Ukraine flags in support after Trump and Zelenskyy clashed over war negotiations.
3 months ago
Listen 1:23AI experts Arvind Narayanan and Tom Griffiths discuss the rise, risks and opportunities of artificial intelligence at Princeton Public Library for Studio 2: On the Road.
Air Date: March 4, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 52:56Here’s how Trump’s tariffs could impact you and your wallet
Trump has slapped 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico — and an additional 10% tax on Chinese goods. Americans are likely to see higher prices on a variety of products.
3 months ago
What to expect from Trump’s next first speech to Congress
When the president speaks to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, his words are bound to be different from when he addressed lawmakers at the beginning of his first term.
3 months ago
Pennsylvania Republicans who narrowly won their House seats feel the heat of early votes back home
Three newly elected Pa. Republicans are feeling the heat back home after supporting cuts to Medicaid funding while President Donald Trump makes economy-altering decisions.
3 months ago
The president appears ready to move ahead with steep import taxes after a monthlong pause.
3 months ago
Listen 1:58DOGE’s access to sensitive American data
Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency have been seeking access to troves of Americans’ sensitive data. Could Musk use this info for personal profit?
Air Date: February 27, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:37Need in Deed gathered a panel of advocates and officials to discuss safety amid an avalanche of executive orders from the new president.
3 months ago
Attorneys for South Jersey power broker George Norcross celebrate dismissal of charges
Superior Court Judge Peter Warshaw ordered the dismissal of the indictment. State prosecutors plan to appeal “immediately.”
3 months ago
Federal technology staffers resign rather than help Musk and DOGE
The mass resignation of engineers, data scientists and product managers is a temporary setback for Elon Musk and President Trump's tech-driven purge of the federal workforce.
3 months ago
Judge blocks Trump immigration policy allowing arrests in churches for some religious groups
A federal judge found that the Trump administration policy could violate their religious freedom and should be blocked while a lawsuit challenging it plays out.
3 months ago
Trump administration due in court over AP lawsuit on White House access
The Associated Press is appearing in federal court in Washington over its emergency motion to undo the administration's move to shut its journalists out.
3 months ago
Trump appoints Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro to Council of Governors
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4 months ago
What the DOGE cuts mean to Philly
The latest on DOGE and the Trump administration's cuts to federal jobs and aid. Budget freezes are impacting NIH funding, education programs and thousands of local workers.
Air Date: February 20, 2025 12:00 pm
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