EPISODE · Mar 1, 2025 · 33 MIN
Philly fed workers, officials fight back vs. Trump, the latest on Kensington’s clean-up, and the cancellation of the Children’s World Fair
from The Week in Philly from KYW Newsradio · host Audacy
In the early days of President Trump’s second term, the Philadelphia region is feeling the effects of his aggressive policy push. Broad-stroked attempts to slash the federal workforce, freeze state funding, and eliminate DEI initiatives have all carried local consequences. What are they, and how are affected populations and communities fighting back? KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon examines these stories and other big headlines making news this week, like the cancellation of the anticipated Children’s World Fair that was slated for next year’s semiquincentennial celebration.00:00 Intro02:01 Local fed workers and officials fight back08:21 Shapiro scores court victory over Trump administration for funding13:27 Penn draws ire for erasing digital DEI footprint19:12 Cleaning up Kensington - a one-year progress report24:43 Spring Training is here, and the 76ers stink30:19 Why did plans for Children’s World Fair get scrapped?Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm.
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