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Congress is on the verge of sending the first major housing bill in more than 30 years to the president’s desk. The Hill’s Helen Huiskes breaks down what the legislation does. The Supreme Court is expected to issue rulings in roughly a dozen cases before July 4. The Wall Street Journal’s James Romoser joins to discuss the decisions that will test Trump’s power. California Gov. Gavin Newsom is rallying support against a ballot measure that would tax the wealth of billionaires in the state. Politico’s Jeremy B. White explains the unlikely coalition Newsom is building to fight the proposal. Plus, the Senate rebuked Trump over the Iran war, sentences were handed down against Texas immigration protesters, and a look at last night’s NBA draft. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Vice President JD Vance returned from two days of talks with Iran in Switzerland. The Wall Street Journal’s Natalie Andrews explains what’s at stake for both countries, the Middle East, and the global economy as they try to make progress over the next two months. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is putting his political capital on the line as voters head to the polls today in several New York congressional primaries. Politico’s Madison Fernandez breaks down the races. Starting July 1, sweeping changes to federal student-loan borrowing take effect as part of President Trump’s tax-and-spending package. Meredith Kolodner of the Hechinger Report joins to discuss who the changes affect most. Plus, Keir Starmer resigned as U.K. prime minister, former Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan died aged 100, and Lionel Messi proved why he’s the World Cup GOAT.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint in the fragile U.S.-Iran peace process. The Wall Street Journal’s Jason Douglas explains how Iran's use of the Strait as a bargaining chip follows a long playbook of countries weaponizing economic chokepoints. After $14 million in repairs and a fresh coat of paint, the Lincoln Memorial’s Reflecting Pool turned green with algae and the paint is peeling off in chunks. The Washington Post’s Maura Judkis discusses what went wrong. It’s been more than a month since the Ebola outbreak began in Congo. CBS News reports on how officials are warning that things could get worse. Plus, a severe heat wave hit Europe, why 2 million students in India had to retake their medical-school entrance exam, and how World Cup visitors are discovering the joys of free ice, bottomless refills, and Texas barbecue. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

From Apple News In Conversation: The United States turns 250 years old this summer — and there’s no shortage of ways to mark the moment. One of the most revealing lenses through which to view the country’s history may be music. Anna Harwell Celenza, professor at Johns Hopkins University and author of On the Record: Music That Changed America, joined Apple News In Conversation guest host David Greene to discuss the hidden political history of American music — from why “The Star-Spangled Banner” became the national anthem to how “Strange Fruit” helped pass anti-lynching legislation — and what music still has to say about democracy now.

Our team is off today for Juneteenth. But we are bringing you something special in place of our usual daily show: a narrated News+ article from Texas Monthly that we are making free for everyone.An award-winning historian and professor takes us back to 1865 to tell the true story of Juneteenth. A story that’s been oversimplified over the years, but in reality is much messier — and much more inspiring — than you might know.Subscribers to Apple News+ can get narrated articles like this one every day. Your News+ subscription also includes access to more than 500 publications, 100,000 recipes, premium local news, exclusive daily puzzles, and more. Click here to start a free trial today.

Iran hawks in Congress say President Trump’s agreement with Iran gives away too much too soon. The Wall Street Journal’s Philip Wegmann joins to discuss where Trump is losing support on the deal. The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady for a fourth consecutive meeting. Despite a unanimous vote, Reuters reports, nearly half of the central bank’s governors said they’d be open to a rate hike before the end of the year. A former mining town in England could upend British politics. Politico’s Jack Blanchard explains how roughly 75,000 people could select the next prime minister. Plus, Trump is withholding his nominee for DNI until Congress passes new voter restrictions, how Barack Obama is changing the concept of presidential libraries, and Scottish soccer fans show Boston how to throw a party. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

President Trump signaled at the G7 summit that he’s open to reinstating oil sanctions on Russia. Politico’s Megan Messerly explains how that might play into European efforts to bring Putin to the negotiating table. Georgia lawmakers banned QR-code ballots two years ago but never settled on a replacement. Kate Brumback of the Associated Press breaks down what comes next as a July 1 deadline to decide that replacement looms. The biggest expansion of federal financial aid for higher education in 50 years takes effect next month, but most Americans have never heard of it. Jon Marcus of the Hechinger Report joins to discuss why it’s been so hard to get the word out. Plus, invoices revealed that taxpayer money is going to Trump’s ballroom project, the FBI stopped a planned attack on the UFC White House event, and the Grammys are adding an Asian pop category. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

A new report from Social Security trustees is flashing warning lights about benefits running dry. ABC News reports that beneficiaries could see a pay cut as early as 2032 if Congress doesn’t act. President Trump arrived at the G7 summit in France fresh off a framework deal with Iran. The Wall Street Journal’s Alex Ward breaks down some of the questions U.S. allies are asking. The White House directed AI giant Anthropic to limit its most powerful models. Reed Albergotti of Semafor explains why. Plus, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he and his wife are under investigation by the DOJ, the U.K. will become the latest country to bring in a social-media ban for teens, and the tiny island nation that secured a draw against a World Cup favorite. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The U.S. and Iran agreed on a framework for peace talks. Phil Stewart of Reuters joins to discuss what’s in it. The World Cup began with a host nation at war with one of the tournament’s competitors. The Guardian’s Robert Tait walks us through the circumstances surrounding Iran’s participation. The city of New York erupted Saturday night as the Knicks clinched a title that ends an epic drought. The Athletic’s Fred Katz explains what this moment means for the city. Plus, President Trump made another endorsement that puts him at odds with his own party, Swiss voters rejected a ballot measure to cap the country's population, and how a boxing match at the White House left a president partially blind. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

From Apple News In Conversation: This year’s World Cup will be the largest in history, with 48 teams and 104 matches — and, for the first time in more than 30 years, the tournament is being played on American soil. Brendan Hunt, co-creator, writer, and star of Ted Lasso and cohost of the Apple News Original podcast After the Whistle, joins Apple News In Conversation guest host David Greene to talk about how he fell in love with soccer as an adult, the U.S. Men’s National Team players he’ll be watching, and whether the United States is finally a soccer country.

President Trump said a potential deal to end Iran war is close, but skeptics say it could be another false start. Aamer Madhani of the Associated Press breaks down what’s different this time. Voters in Switzerland head to the polls Sunday to decide whether their country should cap its population at 10 million. The New Yorker’s Jessi Jezewska Stevens joins to discuss how the vote could transform the Swiss economy and its relationship with the E.U. The Supreme Court’s conservative majority is leaning hard into originalism, the idea that the Constitution means what it meant when it was written. The Wall Street Journal’s James Romoser explains how that’s affecting some of the term’s most consequential cases. Plus, Trump nominated U.S. attorney Jay Clayton as DNI, El Niño has officially begun, and how a deep run by the U.S. men’s soccer team in the World Cup could bring the country together. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Inflation has risen to its highest level in three years as the war in Iran disrupts oil supplies and tariffs drive up prices across the board. Barron’s senior economics writer Megan Leonhardt explains what consumers are feeling right now. President Trump signed the Secure America Act, directing roughly $70 billion to ICE and Border Patrol through fiscal year 2029. The Washington Post’s Jarrell Dillard explains why funding ICE for that long was an unusual step. The largest World Cup in history kicks off today across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Rebecca Lowe, cohost of the Apple News podcast After the Whistle, joins to talk about what to expect and why this tournament could push soccer fully into the American mainstream. Plus, why lawmakers are delaying the renewal of FISA, a Somali referee was denied entry into the U.S. to referee at the World Cup, and how Pope Leo and Bad Bunny came together in Madrid. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The U.S. carried out strikes against Iran after President Trump blamed Tehran for downing a U.S. Army helicopter. The Wall Street Journal’s Shelby Holliday details the dramatic rescue of two U.S. soldiers that followed. Election betting is on track for record highs this cycle, and the prediction markets are dealing with a surge of insider trading. Reuters’s Douglas Gillison walks through the cases already emerging. Dozens of families who were separated during the first Trump administration have been separated again, despite a landmark settlement meant to reunify them. Garance Burke of the Associated Press tells us the story of one of those families. Plus, the House passed Republicans’ $70 billion immigration bill, the FDA approved the first new U.S. sunscreen ingredient in nearly two decades, and how the Knicks’ playoff run is making MSG Sports shareholders very rich. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Strikes between Iran and Israel have stopped for now. But the back-and-forth between Israel and Hezbollah has complicated President Trump’s pursuit of a deal with Iran. The Wall Street Journal’s Alex Ward explains what’s at stake. On Sunday, the White House will host UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn. The Hollywood Reporter’s Alex Weprin joins to discuss how the event came together. As the World Cup kicks off in North America, U.S. public-health officials are preparing for potential infectious-disease outbreaks with fewer resources than they had during the pandemic. Politico’s Rachel Bluth explains what they’re on the lookout for. Plus, what to expect as South Carolina primary voters head to the polls, Los Angeles has picked its candidates for the mayoral race, and why Vice President Vance is bringing chickens to the Naval Observatory. Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

SpaceX is set to become one of the 10 biggest companies in the world when it goes public on Friday. The Atlantic’s Matteo Wong explains why the record-breaking IPO is less about rockets and more about the AI race.Maine voters head to the polls Tuesday for a consequential primary race. ABC News reports on how some Democrats are worried their chosen candidate’s past could cost them in November.America’s largest pediatric hospital has agreed to create the country’s first gender-detransition clinic as part of a settlement with the Texas attorney general. The Washington Post’s Molly Hennessy-Fiske explains what that signals for transgender health care nationwide.Plus, Iran and Israel struck each other for the first time since the April ceasefire began, NBA Finals watch parties outside Madison Square Garden are banned in preparation for President Trump’s visit to Game 3, and the furniture makers growing chairs out of trees. Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

From Apple News In Conversation: On July 4, 2025, catastrophic flooding tore through Central Texas, killing more than 130 people and destroying communities along the Guadalupe River. Aaron Parsley, a senior editor at Texas Monthly, was there — and though he survived, his family suffered a devastating loss. His harrowing account of what happened when floodwaters overwhelmed their house and ripped them apart won the Pulitzer Prize for feature writing. Now he’s out with a new essay and a podcast about what their recovery has looked like. Parsley joined Apple News In Conversation guest host David Greene to talk about grief, the evolution of his faith, and what survival really means.

The Washington Post’s Dan Diamond explains how President Trump is attempting to remake Washington, D.C. in his image, through various construction and beautification projects. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is set to be nominated for the role permanently, and ABC News details how he could face a tough confirmation fight. Americans are struggling to pay their $1.25 trillion credit-card debt. Dan Frosch of the Wall Street Journal told us about the forces putting so many people behind.Plus, 18 Republicans in the House defied their leadership with a vote to back Ukraine, a parasite not seen in decades was discovered in Texas, and a strange custody battle is brewing over a jewel of the U.S. space fleet. Warning: This episode mentions suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. 

President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu are at odds over the war in Iran. The Wall Street Journal’s Alex Ward explains where the two leaders differ. CBS fired ‘60 Minutes’ correspondent Scott Pelley after a tense meeting with the show’s new executive producer. NPR’s David Folkenflik joins to discuss the chaos going on at the program. The AI boom has resulted in some data centers in Northern Virginia using diesel generators to provide power. The Washington Post’s Evan Halper shares analysis that found that the resulting smog may cause harmful respiratory symptoms. Plus, the U.S. announced new tariffs on several countries, Republicans stripped security funding for Trump’s ballroom from an upcoming immigration bill, and Google’s plan to unleash millions of mosquitoes in Florida and California. Today’s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

The Department of Justice abandoned its plan for a $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund. The Wall Street Journal reports the fund had threatened to sink Trump’s broader immigration priorities. President Trump appointed Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. Reuters’s Jonathan Landay joins to explain why he’s a controversial pick. The NBA Finals begin tonight. Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press breaks down the matchup between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. Plus, why the Pentagon hired a Jan. 6 rioter for sensitive counterterrorism work, Secretary of State Marco Rubio publicly testified in Congress, and how Ozempic may be reshaping some people’s brains.  Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

California voters head to the polls today in a statewide primary election. Kevin Rector of the Los Angeles Times joins to discuss the biggest races. It was a consequential day for the country’s leading AI companies. Anthropic filed for an initial public offering, the Wall Street Journal reports. Meanwhile, NPR reports that the state of Florida sued OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, over safety concerns. The Supreme Court will soon rule in two significant cases that could have major implications for November’s midterm elections. Jan Wolfe of Reuters explains what’s at stake in each of the decisions. Plus, why the White House could soon drop the DOJ “anti-weaponization” fund, Hezbollah and Israel agreed to a partial ceasefire, and why the white picket fence is disappearing from American yards. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

As more Americans struggle with food insecurity, there appears to be little relief in sight. Bloomberg’s Mark Niquette explains why consumers should prepare for another wave of inflation at the grocery store. A federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund. The Wall Street Journal’s Siobhan Hughes joins to discuss why the fund also faces an uphill battle in Congress. After violence erupted between police and protesters at an ICE facility in New Jersey over the weekend, family visitations have now resumed. The Associated Press reports on how the mayor imposed a curfew. Plus, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered a deeper incursion into Lebanon, how YouTubers took over the weekend box office, and the meteor that flew over Massachusetts. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

From Apple News In Conversation: The summer travel season is upon us — and this year is more complicated and more expensive than most. The war in Iran has driven up jet-fuel prices globally, and Spirit Airlines, one of the biggest budget carriers in the country, has just shut down. On top of that, a possible super El Niño could cause widespread disruptions. Zach Wichter, a consumer travel reporter at USA Today, joins Apple News In Conversation guest host Sam Sanders to explain what it all means for travelers this summer — and his tips for how to fly smarter.

The U.S. and Iran appear to be nearing a framework for a deal. Axios reports that the agreement would extend the ceasefire and kick off negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program. Big questions remain about who is leading negotiations from the Iran side. Jon Gambrell of the Associated Press joins to discuss an influential voice on the rise in Tehran. Summer-travel season has begun, but this year’s is going to be pricier than most. On this week’s Apple News In Conversation, USA Today’s Zach Wichter explains how to navigate air travel in an era of high prices. Plus, the Supreme Court threw out the conviction of a man facing execution, an intense heat wave in Europe is affecting the French Open, and how a football coach is redefining remote work. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The Trump administration quietly changed rules for certain green-card applicants. Rebecca Santana of the Associated Press explains how the move could force hundreds of thousands of people to go back to their home countries. Russia warned Ukraine that it will strike Kyiv with “systematic strikes” after heavy bombardments at the weekend. But Moscow is struggling on the battlefield. Guy Faulconbridge of Reuters joins to discuss whether that means Putin will change up his tactics. American skepticism over AI is on the rise. The Wall Street Journal’s Amrith Ramkumar lays out why. Plus, the Justice Department is reportedly investigating the former magazine columnist who accused Trump of sexual assault, an administration official said it’s planning to send Americans exposed to Ebola to a quarantine facility in Kenya, and why the U.S. World Cup team’s head coach is catching heat over his emails. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Texas AG Ken Paxton won the GOP Senate primary against Sen. John Cornyn after an 11th-hour endorsement by Trump. Gabby Birenbaum of the Texas Tribune breaks down the two very different campaigns. Political insecurity and public distrust are making it hard for officials in Congo and other countries to contain a deadly Ebola outbreak. The Washington Post’s Lauren Weber explains. Long wait lists at some colleges and universities are leaving thousands of students wondering whether they’ll ever be admitted. The Wall Street Journal’s Roshan Fernandez discusses why it can be harder to get off the wait list than getting into school. Plus, Alabama’s new congressional map was rejected by a federal court, Iran’s internet blackout appears to be partially over, and U.S. Soccer announced its World Cup squad. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The U.S. and Iran appeared close to a deal over the holiday weekend. The Wall Street Journal’s Alex Ward explains why plenty of questions and skepticism remain. Texas Republicans vote today in a Senate primary runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and Trump-backed Ken Paxton. Steven Sloan of the Associated Press joins to discuss why some inside the party are worried about a Cornyn loss. Very little is known about Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund. Brian Schwartz of the Wall Street Journal breaks down why friends and foes of the president are lining up to file claims. Plus, authorities in Southern California said the threat of a major chemical explosion is eliminated for now, Pope Leo took on AI in his first encyclical, and why, despite viral claims, booking your flight at the library might not save you money. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Apple News Today is off for Memorial Day. In place of our usual show, we’re bringing you something special: a story from Los Angeles Times staff writer Christopher Reynolds about the epic road trip he took on Route 66 — driving all the way from Chicago to Santa Monica — and the people he met along the way. Narrated by Dan Bittner for Apple News+.

This episode originally aired on July 5, 2025. From Apple News In Conversation: Americans have a long history of obsession with the ultrarich, from Carnegie and Rockefeller to Bezos and Musk. And today, the gap between the rich and the poor is bigger than ever as the billionaire class has ascended to new heights. In his book, The Haves and Have-Yachts, New Yorker staff writer Evan Osnos explores the extravagant lifestyles of the wealthy and their outsize influence on politics. He sat down with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu to talk about this unique moment — when billionaires are both resented and envied by the public — and what it means for the rest of us.

A number of Republicans have come out against Trump’s DOJ “anti-weaponization” fund. Mary Clare Jalonick of the Associated Press explains the backlash. A 3-year-old boy was killed after ICE detained his mother. The Washington Post’s  Maria Sacchetti explores the absence of standards to protect the children of detainees. Millions of Americans are driving out of town for the Memorial Day weekend. USA Today’s Keith Laing joins to discuss how the high gas prices are changing some travelers’ plans. Plus, a flight from Paris to the U.S. was diverted to Canada over Ebola concerns, a newly released report dissects how Democrats lost the 2024 election, and the Cannes Film Festival debuted a fully AI film. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The U.S. indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro 30 years after two civilian planes were shot down near the island nation. Luc Cohen of Reuters breaks down what the charges signal about U.S.-Cuban relations. China’s President Xi hosted Putin a week after Trump’s visit to Beijing. The Wall Street Journal’s Lingling Wei explains why Xi hosted the U.S. and Russian leaders so close together. ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ ends this week. CNN’s Brian Stelter joins to discuss the show’s legacy. Plus, police who protected the Capitol on January 6 sue to block Trump’s political-compensation fund, Elon Musk’s SpaceX files for an IPO, and former congressman and liberal stalwart Barney Frank has died. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

House Republican Thomas Massie is paying the price for defying the White House after he lost his Kentucky primary to a Trump-backed candidate. The Wall Street Journal has analysis for last night’s result.  As part of a lawsuit settlement, the IRS is “forever barred” from investigating past tax claims against Trump. Eric Tucker of The Associated Press joins to discuss how the settlement is tied to a compensation fund for people who believe they’ve been wronged by the Justice Department.   Fractures forming between justices on the Supreme Court could affect consequential cases pending before the court. Bloomberg’s Greg Stohr explains why some justices are speaking out publicly in ways they may not have in the past.  Plus, new details have emerged about the shooting at a San Diego mosque, the Senate issues a rare rebuke of the Iran conflict, and Arsenal’s drought atop the Premier League is over.  Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Rep. Thomas Massie, a Republican critic of Trump, faces a primary challenge today. Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report joins to discuss how the president’s falling approval ratings are affecting some primary races. In response to an Ebola outbreak, the U.S. has temporarily barred foreign travelers from entry if they’ve been to Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan recently. Helen Branswell of Stat breaks down the international response to the outbreak. Elon Musk lost his lawsuit against OpenAI’s Sam Altman. The Verge’s Elizabeth Lopatto explains what the decision means for the AI landscape. Plus, three people were killed in a shooting at a San Diego mosque, why Trump set up a fund to compensate political allies, and how airplane repo men are collecting Spirit Airlines jets. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy is the latest Republican targeted by Trump to lose in a primary. Bloomberg&rsquo;s Rachel Cohrs Zhang explains how Cassidy lost his bid for reelection. Judges across the country have ruled against the Trump administration more than 10,000 times in immigration cases. Politico&rsquo;s Kyle Cheney breaks down the losses. Iran&rsquo;s internet blackout is putting an immense strain on the everyday lives of Iranian citizens. Golnar Motevalli of Bloomberg joins to discuss the toll the outage is taking. Plus, an outbreak of Ebola has hit Congo and Uganda, Trump&rsquo;s ballroom suffered another setback, and a new Mount Everest record was set. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.</p

From Apple News In Conversation: At the end of April, the Supreme Court&rsquo;s ruling on Louisiana v. Callais significantly weakened the Voting Rights Act. The decision made it easier for states to legally draw districts that reduce the voting power of Black voters and other minority groups. In response, several Republican-controlled Southern states have moved to redraw their congressional maps. Adam Serwer, a staff writer at The Atlantic, joins Apple News In Conversation guest host Sam Sanders to help explain this pivotal moment and the long history of voting rights in America.

Two ships were hit in a fresh round of strikes in the Strait of Hormuz. The Wall Street Journal&rsquo;s Joe Parkinson joins to discuss the dire conditions faced by sailors stuck in the region. The Supreme Court&rsquo;s recent decision on redistricting could shift political power for decades. On this week&rsquo;s Apple News In Conversation, The Atlantic&rsquo;s Adam Serwer explains how the battle over electoral maps is reshaping American democracy. The mayor of Arcadia, California, will plead guilty to being an unregistered foreign agent for China. Rebecca Ellis of the Los Angeles Times breaks down the case. Plus, the Supreme Court ruled that the abortion drug mifepristone can remain available by mail, the U.S. Border Patrol chief is resigning, and how AI broke a 133-year-old Princeton tradition. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

President Trump arrived in Beijing for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Aamer Madhani from the Associated Press is there.&nbsp; Trump said he wants to suspend the federal gas tax but it will take an act of Congress to make that happen. Politico&rsquo;s Andy Picon joins to discuss why some lawmakers are hesitant. &nbsp; Meteorologists say a super El Ni&ntilde;o could hit the globe this year. Ben Noll of The Washington Post explains what scientist have learned from past El Ni&ntilde;o events. Plus, the Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as the new Fed chief, disgraced lawyer Alex Murdaugh&rsquo;s double-murder conviction was overturned, and FIFA reveals the lineup for the first ever World Cup half-time show.&nbsp; Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Inflation hit its highest rate in close to three years, driven by the war with Iran. Andrew Ackerman of the Washington Post breaks down how rising costs are squeezing consumers. Many of the American passengers who were aboard the cruise ship struck by hantavirus are now in a specialized quarantine facility in Nebraska. The Washington Post&rsquo;s Lauren Weber explains what life is like on the inside. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under intense pressure to step down. Reuters reports on how his potential downfall comes less than two years after he ushered in one of the biggest parliamentary majorities in the U.K.&rsquo;s modern history. Plus, Trump&rsquo;s FDA commissioner resigned, the NBA&rsquo;s first openly gay player has died, and why some college grads aren&rsquo;t optimistic about AI as they enter the job market. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

President Trump is set to visit Beijing this week for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Trevor Hunnicutt of Reuters joins to discuss what to expect from the summit. The war with Iran is hitting U.S. farmers in especially hard. Kayla Steinberg of NBC News breaks down how the rising costs of fuel and fertilizer are presenting them with big challenges. After drastically shortening its training program for new recruits, ICE will now restore previous standards. The Washington Post&rsquo;s Sarah Blaskey joins to discuss how training will change. Plus, the Supreme Court cleared the way for Alabama to redraw its map, Trump said he supports suspending the federal gas tax, and NBC’s Savannah Guthrie is taking on a new role. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

President Trump firmly turned down Iran&rsquo;s counter proposal to restart negotiations with the U.S. to end the war. The Wall Street Journal reports Iran&rsquo;s nuclear program is a main sticking point. Virginia&rsquo;s Supreme Court rejects a referendum result to redraw the electoral map in Democrats favor, as USAToday reports. And Politico&rsquo;s Alec Hernandez explains how wins for Trump-backed candidates in Indiana is putting pressure on Republicans elsewhere to redraw their maps.&nbsp; Health Security Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a number of initiatives aimed to wean Americans off of antidepressants. The Wall Street Journal&rsquo;s Liz Whyte breaks down what the new steps entail. Plus, authorities found and identified the body of an American soldier who went missing in Morocco, the passengers of the cruise ship struck by hantavirus are heading home, and the first-round World Cup game that&rsquo;s more expensive than the Super Bowl. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

From Apple News In Conversation: This week, Brian Goldstone was awarded a Pulitzer Prize for his book, There Is No Place for Us, which is featured in this episode from our archives. Millions of Americans cannot afford housing despite working full-time jobs. They live in cars, shelters, or extended-stay hotels and often don&rsquo;t qualify for assistance programs. Journalist and anthropologist Brian Goldstone follows five Atlanta families who are stuck in this cycle in his new book, There Is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America. Goldstone reveals how these parents and children are prevented from securing housing by steep rents, red tape, and predatory schemes. He spoke with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu about how this crisis arose and ways to address it.

Health officials are rushing to complete contract tracing of passengers onboard the cruise ship struck with an outbreak of hantavirus. Stat&rsquo;s Helen Branswell joins to discuss what experts are looking out for. After Trump launched Project Freedom, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait barred the U.S. from using their bases and airspace. The Wall Street Journal&rsquo;s Shelby Holliday explains why the two Gulf countries have since reversed course. Many thought the Sphere in Las Vegas would be a failure after huge budget overruns and construction delays. The Wall Street Journal&rsquo;s Katherine Sayre details how the popular venue bucked expectations. Plus, a federal court ruled that Trump&rsquo;s latest tariffs are unjustified, Tennessee passed the first new congressional map since the Supreme Court&rsquo;s Voting Rights Act decision, and Sir David Attenborough is celebrating a milestone birthday. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The U.S. and Iran are working on a memorandum of understanding to begin negotiations on ending the war. The Wall Street Journal&rsquo;s Benoit Faucon breaks down the details. Victory Day, Russia&rsquo;s celebration of the defeat of Nazi Germany, takes place on Saturday. Samya Kullab of the Associated Press joins to discuss why Russia is worried about how Ukraine might disrupt its most important secular holiday. Travel forecasts for 2026 indicated that demand would be high for air travel. The The Wall Street Journal&rsquo;s Alison Sider explains how a jet-fuel crisis is now becoming a challenge for airlines. Plus, a federal judge released a purported suicide note from Jeffrey Epstein, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting the Vatican, and how nostalgia is driving a millennial obsession with a lunchtime staple. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

President Trump said his recently announced plan to help ships cross the Strait of Hormuz is now on pause. The Hill reports that the move came hours after U.S. officials said combat operations in Iran have concluded. Three people died on a cruise ship after an outbreak of deadly hantavirus. Tim Cocks of Reuters joins to discuss what went on aboard the ship. A vast array of American schools use YouTube for educational purposes. The Wall Street Journal&rsquo;s Shalini Ramachandran explains how the Google-owned platform integrated so deeply into the education system. Plus, Republicans proposed $1 billion for White House security improvements, at least five Trump-backed candidates ousted fellow Republicans in an Indiana primary, and why hotel rooms for the World Cup aren&rsquo;t filling up as fast as expected. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Tensions flared in the Gulf as Trump&rsquo;s efforts to guide stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz began. The Guardian&rsquo;s Julian Borger breaks down how the operation has raised the stakes in the region. Indiana Republicans who defied Trump on redistricting face primary challenges today. NPR&rsquo;s Tamara Keith joins to discuss why voters are fed up with the negativity surrounding the campaigns. New clinical trials showed promising results in the fight against pancreatic cancer. The Washington Post&rsquo;s Carolyn Johnson explains why two new treatments are giving patients hope. Plus, the Secret Service shot a man near the White House, a freeze on visa applications for foreign doctors has been lifted, and this year&rsquo;s Pulitzer Prizes were announced. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Spirit Airlines suddenly shut down over the weekend after a failed bailout attempt by the U.S. government. CNBC&rsquo;s Leslie Josephs breaks down the factors that led to the budget airline&rsquo;s closure. Trump says the U.S. will guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz as the competing blockades continue. Meanwhile, the president is withdrawing troops from Germany as he criticizes Europe&rsquo;s response to the war. The Washington Post&rsquo;s Noah Robertson explains. Several Republican states could move to change their congressional voting maps after the Supreme Court&rsquo;s recent Voting Rights Act decision. NPR&rsquo;s Hansi Lo Wang joins to discuss how it might change the makeup of Congress. Plus, drugmakers have asked the Supreme Court to preserve mail access to a common abortion drug, a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship caused three deaths, and The Devil Wears Prada 2 starts the summer movie season with a strong box-office showing. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

From Apple News In Conversation:&nbsp;The headlines say that American men are in crisis. But what does that actually mean &mdash; and what does it look like up close? Journalist Jordan Ritter Conn spent five years inside the lives of four different men to find out. His new book, American Men, explores the gap between masculine ideals and the reality of men&rsquo;s lived experience. Apple News In Conversation guest host Sam Sanders sat down with Ritter Conn to talk about what those four lives reveal about masculinity, inadequacy, and what the national conversation about men keeps getting wrong.

Today is the 60-day deadline for Trump to seek congressional approval for the war in Iran. Semafor&rsquo;s Burgess Everett breaks down how Trump might skirt that deadline and whether lawmakers will intervene.&nbsp; The House passed a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security Thursday, ending the longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history. Bloomberg&rsquo;s Erik Wasson joins to discuss the winners and the losers. Maine Governor Jane Mills ended her Senate campaign saying she lacked the campaign funds to continue. Patrick Whittle of The Associated Press explains what her departure means for the critical Senate race.&nbsp; Plus, Trump abandoned his nominee for Surgeon General, the operators of Camp Mystic won&rsquo;t seek a license renewal, and why Banksy&rsquo;s latest work is causing a stir in London. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The Supreme Court dealt a significant blow to the Voting Rights Act. The Wall Street Journal&rsquo;s James Romoser breaks down how the decision could affect redistricting efforts and upcoming elections. Former FBI Director James Comey appeared in court after being indicted for a second time. Eric Tucker of the Associated Press unpacks the charges against him. Jerome Powell will stay on at the Federal Reserve board after his term as chair expires next month. NPR reports that Powell says his decision was motivated by recent attacks on the institution&rsquo;s independence. Plus, a top Pentagon official puts a price tag on the Iran war, the breakaway LIV Golf league is losing funding from Saudi Arabia, and the $50 movie ticket has arrived. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

A blockbuster trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is underway. David Ingram of NBC News breaks down the first day in court. The Federal Reserve will convene today and share its third rate decision for the year. It will also likely mark Jerome Powell&rsquo;s final meeting in charge. Chris Rugaber of the Associated Press joins to discuss from the central bank. The United Arab Emirates says it is leaving the oil cartel OPEC just as gas prices in the U.S. spike as a result of the blockades at the Strait of Hormuz. The Wall Street Journal&rsquo;s Benoit Faucon explains how the U.S. blockade has forced a massive production backup in Iran. Plus, King Charles III addressed a joint meeting of Congress, James Comey is under indictment again, and how Pablo Escobar&rsquo;s notorious hippos might soon be rescued. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The armed man who charged past a security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents&rsquo; Dinner was charged with attempting to assassinate Trump. Will Weissert of the Associated Press joins to discuss potential changes to security protocols surrounding the president as he prepares for upcoming large events. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a new congressional voting map that heavily favors Republicans. Politico&rsquo;s Gary Fineout explains why it could be the GOP&rsquo;s last chance to gain an edge before the midterms. The camp where 27 girls died during the Texas floods could soon reopen. The Wall Street Journal&rsquo;s Joshua Chaffin breaks down the ongoing fight over whether its operators should be allowed to welcome more children. Plus, Iran offered a new deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as its foreign minister met with Putin, a new lifetime smoking ban will soon become law in the U.K., and how a seizure caused by laughter may have saved one man&rsquo;s life. Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.