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Trump and Iran trade strikes — and throw the peace deal into doubt
9 jul 202612 min<p>Graham Platner stepped down as the Democratic candidate for Maine’s crucial Senate race. Kimberlee Kruesi from the <a href="https://apple.news/A8y4qrBdSR9mBMkD1m7UiTA">Associated Press</a> tells us what could happen next.</p> <p>The U.S. carried out a second day of strikes against Iran as Trump wrapped his time at the NATO summit in Turkey. The <a href="https://apple.news/AUYH9ASICRLqnUIHFTTg-1A">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Robbie Gramer joins to discuss Trump’s hot-and-cold dynamic with NATO countries.</p> <p>The Trump administration says it want to do more to crack down on “birth tourism.” <a href="https://apple.news/Arq3u0s6yQgeZa5Q8-II5Eg">The 19th</a>’s Amanda Becker explains why officials aren’t sure how common the practice actually is.</p> <p>Plus, a federal judge <a href="https://apple.news/AU4JMnjmNQlmOEVTpFqe1PA">ordered</a> Trump to pay the $5 million he owes writer E. Jean Carroll from a sexual-abuse case, the family of a man killed by ICE is <a href="https://apple.news/ATzjXGXQVSIWJS5Pr2FukKQ">demanding</a> an independent investigation, and the Emmy <a href="https://apple.news/AhoQYxmNfTa2J6rmgy1c4EQ">nominations</a> are out.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
How a must-win race for Democrats imploded
8 jul 202614 min<p>A sexual-assault allegation against Maine’s Graham Platner has thrown his Senate campaign into chaos, with top Democrats calling for him to step aside. <a href="https://apple.news/AWc-a0kJeTs6MLRIinoj8PA">NBC News</a>’s Sahil Kapur explains what a replacement search could look like.</p> <p>A weeklong preliminary hearing is underway in Utah for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The <a href="https://apple.news/AJm3b0e-yQxSwHV3yFdq_QA">Salt Lake Tribune</a>’s Jessica Schreifels breaks down the hearing so far.</p> <p>The <a href="https://apple.news/AbJI-jXXSSgyGTJFsgxl19A">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Patrick Thomas goes inside the price-fixing scandal facing the eggs trade.</p> <p>Plus, the U.S. carried out <a href="https://apple.news/AdKll9Sr6RbKL8hiiAkkMdA">strikes</a> against Iran, structural problems in a high-rise Manhattan building prompted <a href="https://apple.news/A3FankMPHRSOZOAMHp7Whpw">evacuations</a>, and Argentina pulled off a stunning World Cup <a href="https://apple.news/AvL03y5mPQ-eJz6Zqyq8pfg">comeback</a>.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
The Trump phone call that preceded the U.S. World Cup loss
7 jul 202616 min<p>The U.S. crashed out of the World Cup with a 4-1 defeat against Belgium. Paul Tenorio of<a href="https://apple.news/AMZzSp8fUSYi0C333g2vchg"> The Athletic</a> tells us how the match was overshadowed by a FIFA decision and a phone call from the White House.</p> <p>Trump arrives today at a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. Seung Min Kim of the <a href="https://apple.news/Aao3HsTiSR7ePSM01k-iOTg">Associated Press</a> joins to discuss how the president plans to enforce spending promises from other nations.</p> <p>The Supreme Court recently cleared the way for Trump to strip Haitians and Syrians of humanitarian protections. The <a href="https://apple.news/AD8nO6gVTRCSLlWLlxS-3fg">Washington Post</a>’s Maria Sacchetti explains what the ruling means for them.</p> <p>Plus, new <a href="https://apple.news/A9S2c0Br6TnO1Vcnmop5Q-A">allegations</a> surfaced against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, Iran held a <a href="https://apple.news/ArDpMiVEiS8eHuKyHOAgH7Q">funeral</a> for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and how this year’s Pamplona running of the bulls <a href="https://apple.news/A9IZnhsnFSC2L3X4bw2tMLw">marks</a> 100 years since Ernest Hemingway’s The Sun Also Rises.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
America could be headed for a future of ghost towns
6 jul 202619 min<p>The Apple News Today team is off for the holiday weekend. But we are bringing you something special in place of our usual daily show: a narrated News+ article from <i>Popular Mechanics</i> that we’re making free for everyone.</p> <p>It examines why thousands of cities across the country are shrinking — and what ghost towns of the past can teach us about what happens when thriving places start to fall silent.</p> <p>Subscribers to Apple News+ can get narrated articles like this one every day. Your News+ subscription includes access to more than 500 publications, 100,000 recipes, premium local news, exclusive daily puzzles, and much more. Click <a href="https://www.apple.com/apple-news/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> to start your free trial today.</p>
Why the Constitution is making our politics worse (From the archives)
3 jul 202630 min<p><em>This episode originally aired on Sept 18, 2025. </em><br /><br />From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: The Constitution has been amended 27 times, but the last meaningful change was over half a century ago. In historian Jill Lepore’s book <a href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/we-the-people/id6741485295" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>We the People: A History of the U.S. Constitution</em></a>, she argues that the near impossibility of amendment in recent decades underlies many of today’s political crises, from polarization to battles over the courts. Lepore spoke with <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> host Shumita Basu about the history of constitutional revision and why the amendment process matters for the future of American democracy.</p>
How Trump quietly got $2 billion richer in his second term
2 jul 202616 min<p>President Trump has made an estimated $2 billion since taking office. <a href="https://apple.news/AljAFsvckQFmnpYmI-C3vBg">Reuters</a> details how the deals came together.</p><p>Gas prices this summer are lower than experts predicted. <a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2026/06/30/trump-said-gas-prices-would-fall-after-the-war-defying-the-experts-so-far-hes-right-00980674">Politico</a> explains why the forecasts missed the mark.</p> <p>Is midtown Manhattan about to host Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding? <a href="https://apple.news/AhjNa44pOQEST4TXiRiWAUA">The Atlantic</a> discusses how speculation is in overdrive — by Swift’s own design.</p><p>Plus, a heat wave <a href="https://apple.news/AMEftPDB8T8CNBwIvhfqovg">is bearing down</a> on the eastern U.S., how Americans are <a href="https://apple.news/AyeE2F8e2QSG7_srrXXryAQ">feeling</a> about the nation’s legacy, and you can now <a href="https://apple.news/A7EszvFMRQiW0VdBJCilLvQ">book a place</a> to watch the U.S. men’s soccer team in the next round.</p><p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Medicare will cover weight-loss drugs — but there’s a catch
1 jul 202617 min<p>The Supreme Court wrapped its 2025–2026 term. Justin Jouvenal of the <a href="https://apple.news/A-Z8IzQW-SqGPQhRlfvu9Bg">Washington Post</a> breaks down the key moments in a consequential set of decisions.</p><p>The justices upheld two state laws that bar transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports. Brooke Migdon from <a href="https://apple.news/AHXL8xcBvRtOlqe_FdXCTYg">The 19th</a> explains what the ruling means for trans athletes across the country.</p><p>The federal government will cover GLP-1 weight-loss drugs under Medicare for an 18-month period. The <a href="https://apple.news/A1bGmJjX8R9KxUPCRPOduQw">Washington Post</a>’s Christopher Rowland joins to discuss how the program works.</p><p>Plus, Trump <a href="https://apple.news/AmD2VsNL3Q2GL1h_wlehA0A">earned</a> more than a billion dollars from crypto last year, New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean returned to Congress after a four-month <a href="https://apple.news/AiiHPGkcCRGiDGsTSKJZXwg">absence</a> due to depression, and LeBron James is <a href="https://apple.news/AjCKlW0ugQgKjWJWM53f3Rg">leaving</a> the Lakers.</p><p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
The Supreme Court blocks Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship
30 jun 202617 min<p>On the final day of its term, the Supreme Court rejected President Trump’s proposed limits to <a href="https://apple.news/ABxccMl3tRSe2EjoYPWjFfw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">birthright citizenship</a>. It allowed states to <a href="https://apple.news/A-0LowNUrTbyKXv7z-m-f5g" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ban transgender women and girls</a> from participating in women's and girl’s sports. And the Supreme Court struck down long-standing <a href="https://apple.news/AL_c9L95TT7evMTetA8Y3mQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">campaign finance restrictions.</a> </p> <p>The <a href="https://apple.news/AIcobXo-6SteXl0W0q20hUQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Washington Post</a>’s Julian Mark examines one of the Supreme Court’s other big rulings this week, which significantly expands presidential power.</p> <p>Europe is sweltering through a record-breaking heat wave. <a href="https://apple.news/AmU_YC7CCQcuUBDpDd3j_Yg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bloomberg</a>’s Joe Wertz breaks down how it’s shifting the way Europeans think about climate change and summer.</p> <p>The Ebola outbreak in Congo has surpassed 1,000 infections and could rival the largest outbreak ever recorded. <a href="https://apple.news/AmZ2d_Ld8QEa2awUezPIK-Q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wired</a>’s Isabella Ward explains why a promising vaccine to fight the current strain had previously been shelved.</p> <p>Plus, another notable NBA player was <a href="https://apple.news/AZyj656GLRzWNChfyh1N9qw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">implicated</a> in a gambling scheme, a dramatic <a href="https://apple.news/A6feEaMU3QR2KJaqSAf4TVg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">day</a> of World Cup knockout games, and Philadelphia’s historical reenactors are <a href="https://apple.news/AuBKjnanVQaGh3sJycWXcdA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">gearing</a> up for the biggest summer of their careers.</p><p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick and Cecilia Lei.</p>
The president just got more powerful. What to know.
29 jun 202615 min<p>The Supreme Court just expanded President Trump’s power over federal agencies that were long considered independent. <a href="https://apple.news/AtjS8KzAYSyerhq2TcND8HQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NPR</a> explains what to know.</p><p>Search-and-rescue crews are racing to find survivors in earthquake-ravaged Venezuela. The <a href="https://apple.news/AqkKmzlTdSDqLZtPH3d4I_Q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">BBC</a> reports on how families have joined in to look for their loved ones.</p><p>Texas is the first state to require Bible readings in public schools. The <a href="https://apple.news/Ar45v6k7nTYCNHdzEOKh0UA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Houston Chronicle</a> reports that the new standards take effect this fall.</p><p>World Cup group play is over. Paul Tenorio of <a href="https://apple.news/AaLGeV4IySkmG4EV8E6dwTg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Athletic</a> joins to break down the round of 32.</p><p>Plus, officials in France reported an additional 1,000 <a href="https://apple.news/A2z1lH-DpTMSRFcd8gQnEpw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">deaths</a> from the deadly heat wave hitting Europe, Iran said it has the right to control the <a href="https://apple.news/AYvckSSkrQOCg1hB6f2kzrg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Strait of Hormuz</a> in a challenge to the peace deal with the U.S., and Serena Williams is <a href="https://apple.news/Amzuwp6pVSqKjDcDHnBEW1Q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">returning</a> to Wimbledon for the first time since 2022.</p<p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
The little-known forces quietly killing the college degree
27 jun 202625 min<p>From <em><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053">Apple News In Conversation</a></em>: When <em>New Yorker</em> staff writer Jay Caspian Kang sat down to do his taxes, one question surfaced: Should he still be saving for his 9-year-old daughter’s college fund? What followed was a <a href="https://apple.news/A_6pVPVRhTqKqFHFgki2NHA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">deeply reported series</a> about the growing crisis in American higher education and the forces behind it — from AI to soaring tuition to a collapse in public trust in institutions. Kang speaks with <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> guest host David Greene about what colleges are actually for, whether they’re still delivering on their promises, and what the future of higher education might look like.</p>
The Supreme Court clears the way for mass deportations
26 jun 202613 min<p>The Supreme Court handed the Trump administration two sweeping immigration victories on Thursday. <a href="https://apple.news/A3jvrBc91Ri-kSWDLMYh8Eg">NPR</a>’s Nina Totenberg joins to break down both decisions and what they mean.</p> <p>Recovery efforts are underway in Venezuela after rare back-to-back earthquakes killed hundreds and leveled buildings. <a href="https://apple.news/AzQ3SyQamQaeAEch-tTmaVA">NBC News</a> reports on the conditions rescuers are facing.</p> <p>Plus, Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz” detention facility is officially <a href="https://apple.news/AA6cX4IWyTOG6QmzunzkSRw">closed</a>, the <a href="https://apple.news/A5Na7JecgSLSnX0iNwXPQcQ">heat wave</a> bearing down on Europe, and why <a href="https://apple.news/Asz05pjseQKmIoRK6kIzr4A">losing</a> their next game might be a good thing for two teams in the World Cup.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Back-to-back earthquakes devastate Venezuela
25 jun 202612 min<p>Back-to-back earthquakes have devastated Venezuela. <a href="https://apple.news/AKUHM8uSgRkKl6wcV3ev32Q">Reuters</a> has the latest.</p> <p>America’s 250th birthday is just around the corner but the planning has gotten complicated. Anna Kramer of <a href="https://apple.news/AzslJEkMXT6ieJqOMY8SYmg">NOTUS</a> explains how two competing groups ended up organizing celebrations simultaneously.</p> <p>President Trump abruptly canceled the signing of a bipartisan housing bill. Mary Clare Jalonick of the <a href="https://apple.news/Afbyd-Jt9S_Wi6_Rv7cr7Yw">Associated Press</a> breaks down why.</p> <p>Plus, a Trump-backed conservative businessman and lawyer will be the <a href="https://apple.news/AlbL7AIuKS-KvKjBQuPc9FA">next president</a> of Colombia, and the lucky soccer fans <a href="https://apple.news/AplBfLSt8S-inUTALw5NPAg">getting paid</a> to watch every World Cup game.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Housing is historically expensive. Congress finally did something about it.
24 jun 202614 min<p>Congress is on the verge of sending the first major housing bill in more than 30 years to the president’s desk. <a href="https://apple.news/AafptXnUJRTKryJz7Sbarug">The Hill</a>’s Helen Huiskes breaks down what the legislation does.</p> <p>The Supreme Court is expected to issue rulings in roughly a dozen cases before July 4. The <a href="https://apple.news/A8Fn1ED1xSHuJvb7k8aw5aw">Wall Street Journal</a>’s James Romoser joins to discuss the decisions that will test Trump’s power.</p> <p>California Gov. Gavin Newsom is rallying support against a ballot measure that would tax the wealth of billionaires in the state. <a href="https://apple.news/ABAAmgsgpRZKjh7dyYWgItw">Politico</a>’s Jeremy B. White explains the unlikely coalition Newsom is building to fight the proposal.</p> <p>Plus, the Senate <a href="https://apple.news/A3k0yRtq9QgaDOsgBxPWXpw">rebuked</a> Trump over the Iran war, sentences were <a href="https://apple.news/A3jDfZg1jQEu6AS1R_3Tb2Q">handed down</a> against Texas immigration protesters, and a look at last night’s <a href="https://apple.news/AHwFQEzYSRAWZME16fOzv9w">NBA draft</a>.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
JD Vance leads talks with Iran — and makes a big bet on his future
23 jun 202616 min<p>Vice President JD Vance returned from two days of talks with Iran in Switzerland. The <a href="https://apple.news/Ap2X0wgmVQfW4n8dB1z2Vyw">Wall Street Journal</a>’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.</p> <p>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. <a href="https://apple.news/AcRQ1q4vCTcKhGk7T02JkRQ">Politico</a>’s Madison Fernandez breaks down the races.</p> <p>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 <a href="https://apple.news/AhwWDCNS2T-WAnt5uwdJlAg">Hechinger Report</a> joins to discuss who the changes affect most.</p> <p>Plus, Keir Starmer <a href="https://apple.news/AvJ3r3NimQL-jeWl6VLu1vA">resigned</a> as U.K. prime minister, former Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan <a href="https://apple.news/ADL4znEn5QgybkxkCnsFtAw">died</a> aged 100, and Lionel Messi proved why he’s the World Cup <a href="https://apple.news/AitAaBQRUSV23nFr8fbwcPA">GOAT</a>.</p>
Trump renovated the Reflecting Pool. Now it’s plagued with algae.
22 jun 202613 min<p>The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint in the fragile U.S.-Iran peace process. The <a href="https://apple.news/AiOqlnWCpSEuASD1gUqBdDQ">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Jason Douglas explains how Iran's use of the Strait as a bargaining chip follows a long playbook of countries weaponizing economic chokepoints.</p> <p>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 <a href="https://apple.news/AOKNmhWcOQamdAUMxxkMTag">Washington Post</a>’s Maura Judkis discusses what went wrong.</p> <p>It’s been more than a month since the Ebola outbreak began in Congo. <a href="https://apple.news/ALOjDJm0LTNaaeGiha_7_Zw">CBS News</a> reports on how officials are warning that things could get worse.</p> <p>Plus, a <a href="https://apple.news/AR4Op3BIjRBi6q0F6x_Qsmw">severe heat wave</a> hit Europe, why 2 million students in India had to <a href="https://apple.news/AcuRogXe-SdmyiDontCUTPA">retake</a> their medical-school entrance exam, and how World Cup visitors are <a href="https://apple.news/APY51uul_Qdi4m-vmmW6VBw">discovering</a> the joys of free ice, bottomless refills, and Texas barbecue.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
The U.S. is turning 250. These songs unexpectedly changed American history.
20 jun 202624 min<p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000773323960"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: 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 <a href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/on-the-record/id6749278151" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>On the Record: Music That Changed America</em></a>, joined <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> 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.</p>
The story we’ve been told about Juneteenth is wrong
19 jun 202624 min<p>Our team is off today for Juneteenth. But we are bringing you something special in place of our usual daily show: a <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-narrated/id1708072320" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">narrated News+ article</a> from <i>Texas Monthly</i> that we are making free for everyone.</p><p>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.<br><br>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 <a href="https://www.apple.com/apple-news/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> to start a free trial today.</p>
Trump unveils his Iran deal. Some Republicans are already attacking it.
18 jun 202615 min<p>Iran hawks in Congress say President Trump’s agreement with Iran gives away too much too soon. The <a href="https://apple.news/AUDX9KP-wRLCsFOXrdvDjHg">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Philip Wegmann joins to discuss where Trump is losing support on the deal.</p> <p>The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady for a fourth consecutive meeting. Despite a unanimous vote, <a href="https://apple.news/AxVo9ueDrR12rYhE4IIvYXg">Reuters</a> reports, nearly half of the central bank’s governors said they’d be open to a rate hike before the end of the year.</p> <p>A former mining town in England could upend British politics. <a href="https://apple.news/ARpzZ0DTIS0SbjBQpVzsdpw">Politico</a>’s Jack Blanchard explains how roughly 75,000 people could select the next prime minister.</p> <p>Plus, Trump is <a href="https://apple.news/Ab1eBZd_0THav6dwNDvVLyA">withholding</a> his nominee for DNI until Congress passes new voter restrictions, how Barack Obama is <a href="https://apple.news/Aqi5WfE5oTROVbJKrWsL7qQ">changing</a> the concept of presidential libraries, and Scottish soccer fans show Boston <a href="https://apple.news/AccmEBvbeTHWEodTObm4vIw">how to throw a party</a>.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Millions in free college money is coming. Most Americans don’t know about it.
17 jun 202614 min<p>President Trump signaled at the G7 summit that he’s open to reinstating oil sanctions on Russia. <a href="https://apple.news/A9P8ImUVJRm2Tkum8VWrNWw">Politico</a>’s Megan Messerly explains how that might play into European efforts to bring Putin to the negotiating table.</p> <p>Georgia lawmakers banned QR-code ballots two years ago but never settled on a replacement. Kate Brumback of the <a href="https://apple.news/Af-EWyFMHSD641_7ro9IyXQ">Associated Press</a> breaks down what comes next as a July 1 deadline to decide that replacement looms.</p> <p>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 <a href="https://apple.news/Ady9h8oacT8SKKCJLQkrF0w">Hechinger Report</a> joins to discuss why it’s been so hard to get the word out.</p> <p>Plus, invoices <a href="https://apple.news/APztb9x9CQXuBnLQXgO9rRA">revealed</a> that taxpayer money is going to Trump’s ballroom project, the FBI <a href="https://apple.news/A8KcdlZa2RP2_xzBVFZ8gYg">stopped</a> a planned attack on the UFC White House event, and the Grammys are <a href="https://apple.news/AJgT4gbL2R0il-VPCgBx0Tw">adding</a> an Asian pop category.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
These Social Security benefits are at risk. What that means for you.
16 jun 202615 min<p>A new report from Social Security trustees is flashing warning lights about benefits running dry. <a href="https://apple.news/AGkCIUgv-SBGTiV9yvqWcVQ">ABC News</a> reports that beneficiaries could see a pay cut as early as 2032 if Congress doesn’t act.</p> <p>President Trump arrived at the G7 summit in France fresh off a framework deal with Iran. The <a href="https://apple.news/ArJjW3B15Q02OycPXWT7mHA">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Alex Ward breaks down some of the questions U.S. allies are asking.</p> <p>The White House directed AI giant Anthropic to limit its most powerful models. Reed Albergotti of <a href="https://apple.news/AGonx9hOIS-S7EjqSExwVsQ">Semafor</a> explains why.</p> <p>Plus, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he and his wife are under <a href="https://apple.news/AmQInff9BQ_qPZhZIbPc6GQ">investigation</a> by the DOJ, the U.K. will become the latest country to bring in a <a href="https://apple.news/AFSjdr0jhTC-wvdWKv5XJ8w">social-media ban</a> for teens, and the tiny island nation that secured a <a href="https://apple.news/A1nEtSxrUQkyedmIqyygwIQ">draw</a> against a World Cup favorite.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
The U.S. and Iran finally reach a deal. What comes next.
15 jun 202615 min<p>The U.S. and Iran agreed on a framework for peace talks. Phil Stewart of <a href="https://apple.news/AjljRlanMQyq68ekudNFozA">Reuters</a> joins to discuss what’s in it.</p> <p>The World Cup began with a host nation at war with one of the tournament’s competitors. <a href="https://apple.news/A7gsb1PfhTv6zSOM77uS9hA">The Guardian</a>’s Robert Tait walks us through the circumstances surrounding Iran’s participation.</p> <p>The city of New York erupted Saturday night as the Knicks clinched a title that ends an epic drought. <a href="https://apple.news/AHpKjq7RaR_KKtIK2VTTXqA">The Athletic</a>’s Fred Katz explains what this moment means for the city.</p> <p>Plus, President Trump made another <a href="https://apple.news/AW8vw-1atTl66w62eeAGkgA">endorsement</a> that puts him at odds with his own party, Swiss voters <a href="https://apple.news/AMfDWJnETTIKmtD792grk2g">rejected</a> a ballot measure to cap the country's population, and how a <a href="https://apple.news/A6fQ7cCEMSHSUPXdB8jCckA">boxing</a> match at the White House left a president partially blind.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
TV’s most beloved assistant coach says the World Cup is about to change America. Here’s how.
13 jun 202627 min<p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: 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 <em>Ted Lasso</em> and cohost of the Apple News Original podcast <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/after-the-whistle-with-brendan-hunt-and-rebecca-lowe/id1654074926" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>After the Whistle</em></a>, joins <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> 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.</p>
Trump once again says an Iran deal is close. What’s changed?
12 jun 202615 min<p>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 <a href="https://apple.news/AgYxXfr0nSLmOvcFXEQ_PMw">Associated Press</a> breaks down what’s different this time.</p> <p>Voters in Switzerland head to the polls Sunday to decide whether their country should cap its population at 10 million. The <a href="https://apple.news/AKpo3c436TFiOBOl9mgRlnw">New Yorker</a>’s Jessi Jezewska Stevens joins to discuss how the vote could transform the Swiss economy and its relationship with the E.U.</p> <p>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 <a href="https://apple.news/AnG1_tNKKSSKbHsMtdmgGJg">Wall Street Journal</a>’s James Romoser explains how that’s affecting some of the term’s most consequential cases.</p> <p>Plus, Trump <a href="https://apple.news/AG8uui8cKTRCzNK6YVfklRA">nominated</a> U.S. attorney Jay Clayton as DNI, El Niño has <a href="https://apple.news/AZ7zC7460T0iErsaQ6JoYrQ">officially</a> begun, and how a deep run by the U.S. men’s soccer team in the World Cup could bring the country <a href="https://apple.news/AaEmft58DS76pE5Uiw2H4wQ">together</a>.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Inflation hit a three-year high. What it means for you.
11 jun 202616 min<p>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. <a href="https://apple.news/ARXJwxrqVSymnr7Ls0nsSzg">Barron’s</a> senior economics writer Megan Leonhardt explains what consumers are feeling right now.</p> <p>President Trump signed the Secure America Act, directing roughly $70 billion to ICE and Border Patrol through fiscal year 2029. The <a href="https://apple.news/AkppOf5njTW-eGfWc62MvPw">Washington Post</a>’s Jarrell Dillard explains why funding ICE for that long was an unusual step.</p> <p>The largest World Cup in history kicks off today across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Rebecca Lowe, cohost of the Apple News podcast <a href="https://apple.news/AcJuMc29IQvWpdCGujYd_qA">After the Whistle</a>, joins to talk about what to expect and why this tournament could push soccer fully into the American mainstream.</p> <p>Plus, why lawmakers are <a href="https://apple.news/AKpqylE-xQOWQWHUT89zsog">delaying</a> the renewal of FISA, a Somali referee was <a href="https://apple.news/A7jicmN-3TLWdKSHKlfeieA">denied</a> entry into the U.S. to referee at the World Cup, and how Pope Leo and Bad Bunny came <a href="https://apple.news/A7KouPX3BQdq_tOOL_WwgpQ">together</a> in Madrid.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Rescue and retaliation after a U.S. chopper is downed in the Strait
10 jun 202614 min<p>The U.S. carried out strikes against Iran after President Trump blamed Tehran for downing a U.S. Army helicopter. The <a href="https://apple.news/AQaX8gOSfS2qDka4aGyas-Q">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Shelby Holliday details the dramatic rescue of two U.S. soldiers that followed.</p> <p>Election betting is on track for record highs this cycle, and the prediction markets are dealing with a surge of insider trading. <a href="https://apple.news/AlChmPYRnSPGKXqdpFw14Xg">Reuters</a>’s Douglas Gillison walks through the cases already emerging.</p> <p>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 <a href="https://apple.news/A9KCJ0N0cSLO-FMoGeoWb_Q">Associated Press</a> tells us the story of one of those families.</p> <p>Plus, the House <a href="https://apple.news/AXm913oyXQBi7GzIDO1alhw">passed</a> Republicans’ $70 billion immigration bill, the FDA <a href="https://apple.news/AqvBet59STe6AkBJsC-mS3Q">approved</a> the first new U.S. sunscreen ingredient in nearly two decades, and how the Knicks’ playoff run is making MSG Sports <a href="https://apple.news/AWw51CoOzSRWPkm-aBwRbsA">shareholders</a> very rich.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Why Trump is bringing a cage fight to the White House
9 jun 202615 min<p>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 <a href="https://apple.news/ADICh0baRRZ-4lTgV0Umakg">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Alex Ward explains what’s at stake.</p> <p>On Sunday, the White House will host UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn. The <a href="https://apple.news/ArxyHg3UkS2KeieAmK9f0sg">Hollywood Reporter</a>’s Alex Weprin joins to discuss how the event came together.</p> <p>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. <a href="https://apple.news/AJC1DNQ44TCiEazzXyQGR8Q">Politico</a>’s Rachel Bluth explains what they’re on the lookout for.</p> <p>Plus, what to expect as South Carolina <a href="https://apple.news/A35typnHmTB6cUT59iLETxw">primary</a> voters head to the polls, Los Angeles has <a href="https://apple.news/AAWJ0TaOhT8u2HluZkMI45g">picked</a> its candidates for the mayoral race, and why Vice President Vance is bringing <a href="https://apple.news/APgpF-JPyTvqYBUF8bVYe6Q">chickens</a> to the Naval Observatory.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
How Elon Musk’s space race could shake up your 401(k)
8 jun 202615 min<p>SpaceX is set to become one of the 10 biggest companies in the world when it goes public on Friday. <a href="https://apple.news/A4JBNGUZQS4iIw-QQpvt88g" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Atlantic</a>’s Matteo Wong explains why the record-breaking IPO is less about rockets and more about the AI race.</p><p>Maine voters head to the polls Tuesday for a consequential primary race. <a href="https://apple.news/A_4icEZXWReq96JtC6b4yyQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ABC News</a> reports on how some Democrats are worried their chosen candidate’s past could cost them in November.<br></p><p>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 <a href="https://apple.news/Asq7yDDHtTHej8a6kfg8Pew" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Washington Post</a>’s Molly Hennessy-Fiske explains what that signals for transgender health care nationwide.</p><p>Plus, Iran and Israel <a href="https://apple.news/A4aGAL5m6QPyx4zNgdI0tCw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">struck</a> each other for the first time since the April ceasefire began, NBA Finals watch parties outside Madison Square Garden are <a href="https://apple.news/ADWgHjxraQIizMGpVMK1Srw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">banned</a> in preparation for President Trump’s visit to Game 3, and the furniture makers <a href="https://apple.news/ATPUFnJLvTaq2j_pW2nRB1Q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">growing</a> chairs out of trees.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
How the Texas floods forever changed one family
6 jun 202624 min<p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000771219459"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: 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 <em>Texas Monthly</em>, was there — and though he survived, his family suffered a devastating loss. His harrowing <a href="https://apple.news/AA27XRFp7QNefcfYM93Y_kw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">account</a> 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 <a href="https://apple.news/ANJxz5LELSkiGtwh2eK7EyA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">new essay</a> and a <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-the-river-took-us/id1896345297?i=1000766497488" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast</a> about what their recovery has looked like. Parsley joined <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> guest host <a href="https://www.kcrw.com/people/david-greene" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">David Greene</a> to talk about grief, the evolution of his faith, and what survival really means.</p>
How Trump is remaking D.C. in his own image
5 jun 202617 min<p>The <a href="https://apple.news/AeKNjZ3iyQmKoCJdNKDUsBA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Washington Post</a>’s Dan Diamond explains how President Trump is attempting to remake Washington, D.C. in his image, through various construction and beautification projects. </p><p>Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is set to be nominated for the role permanently, and <a href="https://apple.news/AlM9kSsmEQ3-VT-1qf2cyJQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ABC News</a> details how he could face a tough confirmation fight. </p><p>Americans are struggling to pay their $1.25 trillion credit-card debt. Dan Frosch of the <a href="https://apple.news/Aacae2oeDRDa1YRVWdbPemQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wall Street Journal</a> told us about the forces putting so many people behind.</p><p>Plus, 18 Republicans in the House <a href="https://apple.news/AwjRjG0tWQRuYj8I5UY41SA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">defied</a> their leadership with a vote to back Ukraine, a parasite not seen in decades was <a href="https://apple.news/ArSnmbo36QpWZOGKxSh1Xrw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">discovered</a> in Texas, and a strange custody <a href="https://apple.news/AdCPBzhdgRImExIRgHsdqkg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">battle</a> is brewing over a jewel of the U.S. space fleet. </p><p><i>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.</i> </p>
Strikes, a truce, and a GOP revolt: inside a big day for the Iran war
4 jun 202614 min<p>President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu are at odds over the war in Iran. The <a href="https://apple.news/Aj937PxPkRlOs9TECRBGc_g"> Wall Street Journal</a>’s Alex Ward explains where the two leaders differ.</p> <p>CBS fired ‘60 Minutes’ correspondent Scott Pelley after a tense meeting with the show’s new executive producer. <a href="https://apple.news/ABAaJ3Tj8T-O2ur5HsGpaBg">NPR</a>’s David Folkenflik joins to discuss the chaos going on at the program.</p> <p>The AI boom has resulted in some data centers in Northern Virginia using diesel generators to provide power. The <a href="https://apple.news/AZLSfcRd6QpC4UnoCVK2Haw">Washington Post</a>’s Evan Halper shares analysis that found that the resulting smog may cause harmful respiratory symptoms.</p> <p>Plus, the U.S. <a href="https://apple.news/ARQknI9zXTTuMMf642fchLw">announced</a> new tariffs on several countries, Republicans <a href="https://apple.news/AZ_1BWOk9SUiVNlxAO4_-HQ">stripped</a> security funding for Trump’s ballroom from an upcoming immigration bill, and Google’s plan to <a href="https://apple.news/A_DC4q2hMTGeFQS46eFVO9g">unleash</a> millions of mosquitoes in Florida and California.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.</p>
