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EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 14 MIN

Why Republicans are split over a major spying tool

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A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is now in effect. Reuters reports on new comments from President Trump signaling more talks this weekend. FISA 702, a major tool for the U.S. spy apparatus, will expire on Monday without more intervention from Congress. NPR’s Eric McDaniel explains why lawmakers on both sides worry the provision might lead to warrantless surveillance of Americans. President Trump has implemented a ban on certain students from Africa. The Wall Street Journal’s Caroline Kimeu joins to discuss how it has upended the lives of high-achieving students. Trends and technology from the 1990s are having a big moment. On this week’s Apple News In Conversation, psychologist Clay Routledge breaks down why Gen Z is feeling nostalgic for a decade they never experienced. Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

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