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Trump assassination attempt investigation: Authorities have identified the shooter of former President Trump as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, and the motive behind the shooting is still unclear. The FBI is working to extract data from his cell phone to gather more information.
The investigation into the assassination attempt on former President Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania is ongoing, with authorities identifying the shooter as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks from suburban Pittsburgh. The motive behind the shooting is still unclear, and the FBI is currently working to extract data from Crooks' cell phone to piece together his last days and weeks. At this point, there is no known connection to any particular ideology, and authorities believe he acted alone. The investigation is ongoing, with evidence technicians on the ground and agents interviewing family members and potential witnesses. The NPR Politics Podcast is providing updates on this developing story, as well as coverage of President Biden's message to the nation.
Political violence: President Biden called for reducing political temperatures following a shooting at a rally, emphasizing that politics should be a peaceful arena for debate and not a literal battlefield or killing field, condemning recent incidents of political violence including shootings of members of Congress, storming of the Capitol, and hammer attack on former Speaker Pelosi's husband.
The shooting at a Pennsylvania rally attempted to assassinate a presidential candidate, and the investigation is ongoing as to how the suspect obtained the weapon, which was legally purchased by his father and is cooperating with the authorities. Tragically, a rally attendee, Corey Comperator, was killed protecting his family. President Biden called for a reduction in political temperatures following the incident, acknowledging the intensity of political debates but condemning political violence. He emphasized that politics should be a peaceful arena for debate and not a literal battlefield or killing field. Recent incidents of political violence, including the shooting of members of Congress, the storming of the Capitol, and the hammer attack on former Speaker Pelosi's husband, were also mentioned.
Political Violence in Wisconsin: Both Democratic and Republican campaigns are resuming amidst national trauma following political violence in Wisconsin. Biden emphasizes cooling down political rhetoric, while Trump's message has been more divisive.
Both the Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns are resuming amidst national trauma following the recent political violence in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Joe Biden is scheduled to give interviews and attend campaign events in Milwaukee, Las Vegas, and Texas, while Donald Trump has made a surprise visit to Wisconsin, where he called for unity and resilience in a statement, but did not speak publicly. Biden has emphasized the need to cool down political rhetoric, while Trump's message has been more divisive in the past. It remains to be seen if Trump's tone will continue to soften during his Wisconsin visit.
Trump's human side, Melania's revelation: Melania Trump's emotional statement exposed Donald Trump's inhumane political persona, while Tested series highlights the ongoing scrutiny faced by female athletes regarding their gender.
Melania Trump's emotional statement about her husband, former President Donald Trump, revealed a personal side of him that has not been seen before. She described the shooter as trying to bury his human side and recognized him as an inhumane political machine. Meanwhile, the new series from CBC and NPR's Embedded, called Tested, sheds light on the long-standing issue of female athletes being questioned about their gender and being subjected to scrutiny. Lastly, NPR Plus is a new way to support public media and get exclusive content from favorite NPR podcasts like Planet Money and Fresh Air. In education news, Planet Money Summer School invites brilliant professors to share the economics history of the world every Wednesday on the Planet Money podcast from NPR.
Capitol Hill shooting investigation: FBI prioritizes criminal investigation of Capitol Hill shooting while dealing with over 2000 tips, examines shooter's social media, and looks for potential communication or support from others. Long term interviews with key figures and government response analysis expected.
Following the Capitol Hill shooting, both the House and Senate have announced investigations, making it an active criminal investigation as well as a political one. The FBI is currently prioritizing their investigation by sorting through over 2,000 tips, examining the lead shooter's social media accounts, and determining if there was any communication or support from others before the incident. Central questions include whether the shooter had help and if there were any advance communications. In the long term, interviews with Secret Service agents, state and local police, and potentially public testimonies from key figures are expected. Additionally, there's growing tension between those covering the investigation and those in government, with Capitol Hill expressing frustration towards the Secret Service and law enforcement handling of the situation. Ultimately, the investigation will not only focus on the criminal aspects but also the internal workings of the government response.
Biden's reelection campaign: Despite calls for him to leave the race, Biden continues to advocate for unity and reject divisive language, while facing accusations from Republicans of using divisive language himself.
The political landscape has shifted dramatically following the recent events, with calls for President Biden to leave the race silenced in the face of his role as the country's leader during a national trauma. The president has attempted to provide comfort and reassurance to the American people, while also facing accusations from Republicans that his own language is divisive. The tragic events and discussions of political violence have fallen into one of the themes of Biden's reelection campaign, with him often advocating for unity and rejecting divisive language. However, Republicans argue that Biden himself is using divisive language by describing Trump as a threat and focusing on existential concerns. The Hill's ongoing fight with the attorney general over Biden tapes with the special counsel adds to the complexity of the situation.
Impact of Lester Holt interview on DNC: The Lester Holt interview with President Biden will shift the focus of the DNC, with discussions dominated by Biden's investigation and potential heated rhetoric from both parties.
The upcoming Lester Holt interview with President Joe Biden will have a significant impact on the ongoing Democratic National Convention. Initially, the focus was on Biden's ability to handle an unscripted interview. However, the interview's context has changed, with Biden being both the president and a candidate under investigation. This situation is expected to dominate discussions on and off the convention floor, with delegates, platform committee members, and even former President Donald Trump addressing the topic. Republicans have called for reflection on the violent rhetoric that has been prevalent, but there's a concern that this could instead lead to more heated language. Given Trump's history, there's a strong possibility that he may use this as a rallying cry, potentially escalating the situation further.
2020 Presidential Election VP pick: Despite the approaching Republican National Convention, Donald Trump's VP pick remains undecided, receiving less attention than previous elections.
The 2020 presidential election continues to be unpredictable, with the identity of Donald Trump's running mate still undecided as the Republican National Convention approaches. Trump had been expected to announce his pick at a rally in Pennsylvania, but it has yet to be announced, and the nomination process must be completed before the convention in Milwaukee. Meanwhile, the vice presidential selection has received minimal attention in comparison to previous elections. The NPR Politics Podcast team will be covering the convention and its developments in detail, providing analysis and news from Milwaukee and beyond. In other news, Malala Yousafzai, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, shared an amusing anecdote about her reaction to winning the award, stating that she finished her physics class before celebrating. Listen to the Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me podcast from NPR for more interesting stories about well-known people.
Economic History: Planet Money Summer School offers a captivating journey through economic history, exploring intriguing stories of innovation, revolution, and panic with the help of brilliant professors and classic Planet Money episodes.
Key takeaway from Planet Money Summer School is that economics, like history, is filled with intriguing stories of innovation, revolution, and panic. This NPR podcast series invites listeners to explore the economics side of history, from the birth of money and banking to the rise of finance and rogue economists. Each episode features brilliant professors and classic Planet Money episodes, promising to deliver a fascinating journey through the annals of economic history. So, whether you're a student of economics or simply curious, tune in to Planet Money Summer School every Wednesday until Labor Day for a captivating exploration of the world's economic past.