Apple News Today

Trump once again says an Iran deal is close. What’s changed?

<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&rsquo;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>&rsquo;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&rsquo;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>&rsquo;s James Romoser explains how that&rsquo;s affecting some of the term&rsquo;s most consequential cases.</p> <p>Plus, Trump <a href="https://apple.news/AG8uui8cKTRCzNK6YVfklRA">nominated</a> U.S. attorney Jay Clayton as DNI, El Ni&ntilde;o has <a href="https://apple.news/AZ7zC7460T0iErsaQ6JoYrQ">officially</a> begun, and how a deep run by the U.S. men&rsquo;s soccer team in the World Cup could bring the country <a href="https://apple.news/AaEmft58DS76pE5Uiw2H4wQ">together</a>.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

Inflation hit a three-year high. What it means for you.

<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&rsquo;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>&rsquo;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&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

Rescue and retaliation after a U.S. chopper is downed in the Strait

<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>&rsquo;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>&rsquo;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&rsquo; $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&rsquo; playoff run is making MSG Sports <a href="https://apple.news/AWw51CoOzSRWPkm-aBwRbsA">shareholders</a> very rich.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

Why Trump is bringing a cage fight to the White House

<p>Strikes between Iran and Israel have stopped for now. But the back-and-forth between Israel and Hezbollah has complicated President Trump&rsquo;s pursuit of a deal with Iran. The <a href="https://apple.news/ADICh0baRRZ-4lTgV0Umakg">Wall Street Journal</a>&rsquo;s Alex Ward explains what&rsquo;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>&rsquo;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>&rsquo;s Rachel Bluth explains what they&rsquo;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&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>

How Elon Musk’s space race could shake up your 401(k)

<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&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>

How the Texas floods forever changed one family

<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&nbsp;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 &mdash; 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&rsquo;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

<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 &amp; Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.</i>&nbsp;</p>

Strikes, a truce, and a GOP revolt: inside a big day for the Iran war

<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>&rsquo;s Alex Ward explains where the two leaders differ.</p> <p>CBS fired &lsquo;60 Minutes&rsquo; correspondent Scott Pelley after a tense meeting with the show&rsquo;s new executive producer. <a href="https://apple.news/ABAaJ3Tj8T-O2ur5HsGpaBg">NPR</a>&rsquo;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>&rsquo;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&rsquo;s ballroom from an upcoming immigration bill, and Google&rsquo;s plan to <a href="https://apple.news/A_DC4q2hMTGeFQS46eFVO9g">unleash</a> millions of mosquitoes in Florida and California.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.</p>

How a Republican revolt killed off Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund

<p>The Department of Justice abandoned its plan for a $1.8 billion &ldquo;anti-weaponization&rdquo; fund. The <a href="https://apple.news/Aowv5XSyVSMOMz86Of1NXtw">Wall Street Journal</a> reports the fund had threatened to sink Trump&rsquo;s broader immigration priorities.</p> <p>President Trump appointed Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. <a href="https://apple.news/A9vh4N84zRMuQLCoYFs-uTQ">Reuters</a>&rsquo;s Jonathan Landay joins to explain why he&rsquo;s a controversial pick.</p> <p>The NBA Finals begin tonight. Tim Reynolds of the <a href="https://apple.news/A3RgmBpWjS0yKCI1bx3mUyg">Associated Press</a> breaks down the matchup between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs.</p> <p>Plus, why the Pentagon <a href="https://apple.news/AjAoLrtkrQ5SOG32GrCve6g">hired</a> a Jan. 6 rioter for sensitive counterterrorism work, Secretary of State Marco Rubio publicly testified in Congress, and how Ozempic may be <a href="https://apple.news/A18YpH1h3Q2auFEBh7vum_g">reshaping</a> some people&rsquo;s brains.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

The two Supreme Court cases that could still shape the midterms

<p>California voters head to the polls today in a statewide primary election. Kevin Rector of the <a href="https://apple.news/AwU0-DjpdQ86cnBCMH9AYKA">Los Angeles Times</a> joins to discuss the biggest races.</p> <p>It was a consequential day for the country&rsquo;s leading AI companies. Anthropic filed for an initial public offering, the <a href="https://apple.news/Adp30uYoEQEml2lFOqrNc2g">Wall Street Journal</a> reports. Meanwhile, <a href="https://apple.news/AwU1qn51QR8igGHzaQ2EnEw">NPR</a> reports that the state of Florida sued OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, over safety concerns.</p> <p>The Supreme Court will soon rule in two significant cases that could have major implications for November&rsquo;s midterm elections. Jan Wolfe of <a href="https://apple.news/Am5T72HMlS1KCfebdXzUawg">Reuters</a> explains what&rsquo;s at stake in each of the decisions.</p> <p>Plus, why the White House could soon <a href="https://apple.news/Aokcw0JJnTm6DOhfdJEg5dg">drop</a> the DOJ &ldquo;anti-weaponization&rdquo; fund, Hezbollah and Israel <a href="https://apple.news/A98s8FsUVQ528OzEAyhsfOg">agreed</a> to a partial ceasefire, and why the white picket fence is <a href="https://apple.news/ADOZab6C0QkyfoFKZQp7IUA">disappearing</a> from American yards.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

This is why your groceries keep getting more expensive

<p>As more Americans struggle with food insecurity, there appears to be little relief in sight. <a href="https://apple.news/AQbrgtuCgRSeHl-Y0rZ3bmw">Bloomberg</a>&rsquo;s Mark Niquette explains why consumers should prepare for another wave of inflation at the grocery store.</p> <p>A federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump&rsquo;s &ldquo;anti-weaponization&rdquo; fund. The <a href="https://apple.news/AB6lQ4rZIS9yUJTeT6QkSCg">Wall Street Journal</a>&rsquo;s Siobhan Hughes joins to discuss why the fund also faces an uphill battle in Congress.</p> <p>After violence erupted between police and protesters at an ICE facility in New Jersey over the weekend, family visitations have now resumed. The <a href="https://apple.news/AENkiivUaTvyjjYgHG1_oTg">Associated Press</a> reports on how the mayor imposed a curfew.</p> <p>Plus, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered a <a href="https://apple.news/AZTQSaSJlRuiVgZDOSG0TJw">deeper</a> incursion into Lebanon, how YouTubers took over the weekend <a href="https://apple.news/AxYG_gEEfQUuJSENM5ch-NA">box office</a>, and the <a href="https://apple.news/AZv22RGruQ_On8kb6J502Hw">meteor</a> that flew over Massachusetts.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

How to navigate summer air travel when everything costs more

<p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000770068171"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: The summer travel season is upon us &mdash; 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 Ni&ntilde;o could cause widespread disruptions. Zach Wichter, a consumer travel reporter at <a href="https://apple.news/AdhRW9M8yQwOiKUgKgCl-Kw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>USA Today</em></a>, joins <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> guest host <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sam-sanders-show/id1771084688" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sam Sanders</a> to explain what it all means for travelers this summer &mdash; and his tips for how to fly smarter.</p>

Meet the Iranian hard-liner shaping the peace deal with the U.S.

<p>The U.S. and Iran appear to be nearing a framework for a deal. <a href="https://apple.news/A1UlC-a_5Qqm_fmTZUIjKfA">Axios</a> reports that the agreement would extend the ceasefire and kick off negotiations over Iran&rsquo;s nuclear program.</p> <p>Big questions remain about who is leading negotiations from the Iran side. Jon Gambrell of the <a href="https://apple.news/A8iOnK-YSQf65mjeV0QV5Zw">Associated Press</a> joins to discuss an influential voice on the rise in Tehran.</p> <p>Summer-travel season has begun, but this year&rsquo;s is going to be pricier than most. On this week&rsquo;s<a href="https://apple.news/A-QgAGQS7Rr-asTVxQGIU5w"> Apple News In Conversation</a>, USA Today&rsquo;s Zach Wichter explains how to navigate air travel in an era of high prices.</p> <p>Plus, the Supreme Court threw out the <a href="https://apple.news/ALBLOWc8HRQGq64ecTI13ag">conviction</a> of a man facing execution, an <a href="https://apple.news/AQnKThe0ESmqK-2xFSRBvGQ">intense</a> heat wave in Europe is affecting the French Open, and how a football coach is <a href="https://apple.news/AZ4S3tA1SQMe3QMzqyqlbUw">redefining</a> remote work.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

How the White House quietly made a big change to immigration policy

<p>The Trump administration quietly changed rules for certain green-card applicants. Rebecca Santana of the <a href="https://apple.news/AfVCdsdNXSEm8JdJx2jZ5Vw">Associated Press</a> explains how the move could force hundreds of thousands of people to go back to their home countries.</p> <p>Russia <a href="https://apple.news/Asbr55_bQQWGItOTJNH_SNA">warned</a> Ukraine that it will strike Kyiv with &ldquo;systematic strikes&rdquo; after heavy bombardments at the weekend. But Moscow is struggling on the battlefield. Guy Faulconbridge of <a href="https://apple.news/Azx07czOlQNaZIk-bZx10dw">Reuters</a> joins to discuss whether that means Putin will change up his tactics.</p> <p>American skepticism over AI is on the rise. The <a href="https://apple.news/A36bwP7OGQUWX5os1fk1sDQ">Wall Street Journal</a>&rsquo;s Amrith Ramkumar lays out why.</p> <p>Plus, the Justice Department is reportedly <a href="https://apple.news/AjMhPo4dbSaWtAfwWTo4jRg">investigating</a> the former magazine columnist who accused Trump of sexual assault, an administration official said it&rsquo;s planning to send Americans <a href="https://apple.news/AHTH_Tk3ERXukGZ_fVJynJA">exposed</a> to Ebola to a quarantine facility in Kenya, and why the U.S. World Cup team&rsquo;s head coach is <a href="https://apple.news/ARHxd2afgR7-I3wJRiqD1ow">catching</a> heat over his emails.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

What the Texas primary reveals about Trump’s power over the GOP

<p>Texas AG Ken Paxton <a href="https://apple.news/AyeyaUVrbTXWwf0m1CANATg">won</a> the GOP Senate primary against Sen. John Cornyn after an 11th-hour endorsement by Trump. Gabby Birenbaum of the <a href="https://apple.news/Ab4VP0OEmTGCQEEXftgbJTA">Texas Tribune</a> breaks down the two very different campaigns.</p> <p>Political insecurity and public distrust are making it hard for officials in Congo and other countries to contain a deadly Ebola outbreak. The <a href="https://apple.news/AqVxfq44vTr2Lbz4aaedSkw">Washington Post</a>&rsquo;s Lauren Weber explains.</p> <p>Long wait lists at some colleges and universities are leaving thousands of students wondering whether they&rsquo;ll ever be admitted. The <a href="https://apple.news/A_IEG7xHsTv2hu_s0lkPLQw">Wall Street Journal</a>&rsquo;s Roshan Fernandez discusses why it can be harder to get off the wait list than getting into school.</p> <p>Plus, Alabama&rsquo;s new congressional map was <a href="https://apple.news/AEYYLJjxhTca5CCx6Ia_qew">rejected</a> by a federal court, Iran&rsquo;s internet blackout appears to be partially <a href="https://apple.news/APcit0uNyRj2QMba9qvSgJA">over</a>, and U.S. Soccer <a href="https://apple.news/A_woUVEaCQguxvANo2zycDA">announced</a> its World Cup squad.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

U.S. strikes at Iran targets even as peace talks intensify

<p>The U.S. and Iran appeared close to a deal over the holiday weekend. The <a href="https://apple.news/Ac4sa-_DDQmSg4VfD8SR_9w">Wall Street Journal</a>&rsquo;s Alex Ward explains why plenty of questions and skepticism remain.</p> <p>Texas Republicans vote today in a Senate primary runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and Trump-backed Ken Paxton. Steven Sloan of the <a href="https://apple.news/AWf3iabOrTAODschAJMwJkQ">Associated Press</a> joins to discuss why some inside the party are worried about a Cornyn loss.</p> <p>Very little is known about Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund. Brian Schwartz of the <a href="https://apple.news/Azisq3A6-QC2azxmgB8Arhw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wall Street Journal</a> breaks down why friends and foes of the president are lining up to file claims.</p> <p>Plus, authorities in Southern California said the <a href="https://apple.news/Ailbfn88SR5S2AMsEstmgRw">threat</a> of a major chemical explosion is eliminated for now, Pope Leo <a href="https://apple.news/AjYb5hr3PRFWD3kdvuxNqQg">took</a> on AI in his first encyclical, and why, despite viral claims, <a href="https://apple.news/ABD_GK0u1SXKMP4kU-pQHWw">booking</a> your flight at the library might not save you money.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

Why America has more billionaires than ever (From the archives)

<p><em>This episode originally aired on July 5, 2025.&nbsp;</em><br /><br />From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000768979758"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: 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&nbsp;is bigger than ever as the billionaire class has ascended to new heights. In his book, <a href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/the-haves-and-have-yachts/id6741071687" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>The Haves and Have-Yachts</em></a>, <em>New Yorker</em> staff writer Evan Osnos explores the extravagant lifestyles of the wealthy and their outsize influence on politics. He sat down with <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> host Shumita Basu to talk about this unique moment &mdash;&nbsp;when billionaires are both resented and envied by the public &mdash;&nbsp;and what it means for the rest of us.</p>

Republicans revolt over Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund

<p>A number of Republicans have come out against Trump&rsquo;s DOJ &ldquo;anti-weaponization&rdquo; fund. Mary Clare Jalonick of the <a href="https://apple.news/AzxhwH2RVTiywD2Dk8L6AQA">Associated Press</a> explains the backlash.</p> <p>A 3-year-old boy was killed after ICE detained his mother. The <a href="https://apple.news/Aj99bF9lwRFWR7maHit0Exg">Washington Post</a>&rsquo;s  Maria Sacchetti explores the absence of standards to protect the children of detainees.</p> <p>Millions of Americans are driving out of town for the Memorial Day weekend.<a href="https://apple.news/AzXnxviNLQIW_XY2uh53pcg"> USA Today</a>&rsquo;s Keith Laing joins to discuss how the high gas prices are changing some travelers&rsquo; plans.</p> <p>Plus, a flight from Paris to the U.S. was <a href="https://apple.news/AgSagNK5ZQRORBbWdNNlSMA">diverted</a> to Canada over Ebola concerns, a newly released report <a href="https://apple.news/ApYfE5ormSSu-6YNe5UywJw">dissects</a> how Democrats lost the 2024 election, and the Cannes Film Festival <a href="https://apple.news/Au6qX0ztpTqK6VCvY08qkSg">debuted</a> a fully AI film.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

Why the DOJ just charged Cuba’s Raúl Castro with murder

<p>The U.S. indicted former Cuban President Ra&uacute;l Castro 30 years after two civilian planes were shot down near the island nation. Luc Cohen of <a href="https://apple.news/AhuRtzrR3TNiaqm4Dt2vT8g">Reuters</a> breaks down what the charges signal about U.S.-Cuban relations.</p> <p>China&rsquo;s President Xi hosted Putin a week after Trump&rsquo;s visit to Beijing. The <a href="https://apple.news/AjYRoJXdVRvSWzFX5DS0S1g">Wall Street Journal</a>&rsquo;s Lingling Wei explains why Xi hosted the U.S. and Russian leaders so close together.</p> <p>&lsquo;The Late Show With Stephen Colbert&rsquo; <a href="https://apple.news/AAAa9zULlSkWiMS9QbrwPDw">ends</a> this week. <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/18/media/stephen-colbert-cbs-paramount-final-week-late-show">CNN</a>&rsquo;s Brian Stelter joins to discuss the show&rsquo;s legacy.</p> <p>Plus, police who protected the Capitol on January 6 <a href="https://apple.news/ANBMgJ17CSQy6WUQJL2z6tA">sue</a> to block Trump&rsquo;s political-compensation fund, Elon Musk&rsquo;s SpaceX <a href="https://apple.news/AMvVaK3EFSVaSeVU46r-zoQ">files</a> for an IPO, and former congressman and liberal stalwart Barney Frank has <a href="https://apple.news/Ad-qFWLhGTfSdfhJkba0HXg">died</a>.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

Trump sued the IRS. Now it’s banned from auditing his past tax returns.

<p>House Republican Thomas Massie is paying the price for defying the White House after he lost his Kentucky primary to a Trump-backed candidate. <a href="https://apple.news/A4xXMnGEMQCG4iT_9XJ-w9Q">The Wall Street Journal</a> has analysis for last night&rsquo;s result.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>As part of a lawsuit settlement, the IRS is &ldquo;forever barred&rdquo; from investigating past tax claims against Trump. Eric Tucker of <a href="https://apple.news/A6F-M5smHRk-Fm5L57ZC5OQ">The Associated Press</a> joins to discuss how the settlement is tied to a compensation fund for people who believe they&rsquo;ve been wronged by the Justice Department. <span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Fractures forming between justices on the Supreme Court could affect consequential cases pending before the court. <a href="https://apple.news/A9jMIEi-WQDOMtQSlhW8fqQ">Bloomberg</a>&rsquo;s Greg Stohr explains why some justices are speaking out publicly in ways they may not have in the past.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Plus, new <a href="https://apple.news/AhGhV9PzKQEuWHVNf-SUgUg">details</a> have emerged about the shooting at a San Diego mosque, the Senate issues a <a href="https://apple.news/AhX4Rc4tYQGadmtFDAAX6Xw">rare rebuke</a> of the Iran conflict, and Arsenal&rsquo;s drought atop the Premier League is <a href="https://apple.news/AmrPDoNfpRQSmgA4zLiUO7g">over</a>.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

What Trump’s approval ratings say about his hold on the GOP

<p>Rep. Thomas Massie, a Republican critic of Trump, faces a <a href="https://apple.news/A1F3TqN6MTIWDFJE_7g9H1g">primary</a> challenge today. Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report joins to discuss how the president&rsquo;s falling approval ratings are affecting some primary races.</p> <p>In response to an Ebola outbreak, the U.S. has temporarily barred foreign travelers from entry if they&rsquo;ve been to Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan recently. Helen Branswell of <a href="https://apple.news/ANmbhZYiiQPGyVMuxWBmpyQ">Stat</a> breaks down the international response to the outbreak.</p> <p>Elon Musk lost his lawsuit against OpenAI&rsquo;s Sam Altman. <a href="https://apple.news/AkkgpIk0EQ-e2YLwQly8Vww">The Verge</a>&rsquo;s Elizabeth Lopatto explains what the decision means for the AI landscape.</p> <p>Plus, three people were killed in a shooting at a San Diego <a href="https://apple.news/A5964EClnQmi2HdDDUIFxug">mosque</a>, why Trump set up a fund to <a href="https://apple.news/AsY9M1h7gRDe72SQZH8-WNQ">compensate</a> political allies, and how airplane repo men are <a href="https://apple.news/AWCsqx1AoRByWJebPlFGRYw">collecting</a> Spirit Airlines jets.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

How another Republican targeted by Trump lost a primary

<p>Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy is the latest Republican targeted by Trump to lose in a primary. <a href="https://apple.news/Ar5sJ67A-Th-NpQFXSrK02g">Bloomberg</a>&rsquo;s Rachel Cohrs Zhang explains how Cassidy lost his bid for reelection.</p> <p>Judges across the country have ruled against the Trump administration more than 10,000 times in immigration cases. <a href="https://apple.news/ALIGUI_f2RQyY_HEqyOEAEQ">Politico</a>&rsquo;s Kyle Cheney breaks down the losses.</p> <p>Iran&rsquo;s internet blackout is putting an immense strain on the everyday lives of Iranian citizens. Golnar Motevalli of <a href="https://apple.news/A9aPZaIiNTQCwqAUsk2rCSg">Bloomberg</a> joins to discuss the toll the outage is taking.</p> <p>Plus, an <a href="https://apple.news/AyoyMTD4nSIm2eCRBnQOXKQ">outbreak</a> of Ebola has hit Congo and Uganda, Trump&rsquo;s ballroom suffered another <a href="https://apple.news/AKJCwVkEFSty6jEmb12MuGA">setback</a>, and a new Mount Everest <a href="https://apple.news/AadlfM58ETvORAJkTZzYmfQ">record</a> was set.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.</p

How one Supreme Court decision could shift political power for decades

<p>From<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000767822608"><em> Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: At the end of April, the Supreme Court&rsquo;s ruling on <em>Louisiana </em>v.<em> Callais</em> 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 <a href="https://apple.news/ALTNabt1rRAqn3HXIXWSpLQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>The Atlantic</em></a><em>, </em>joins <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> guest host <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sam-sanders-show/id1771084688" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sam Sanders</a> to help explain this pivotal moment and the long history of voting rights in America.</p>

Vessels attacked in the Strait of Hormuz as sailors grow desperate

<p>Two ships were hit in a fresh round of strikes in the Strait of Hormuz. The <a href="https://apple.news/A2NBMUTVrQHeRqbwCm6iYoA">Wall Street Journal</a>&rsquo;s Joe Parkinson joins to discuss the dire conditions faced by sailors stuck in the region.</p> <p>The Supreme Court&rsquo;s recent decision on redistricting could shift political power for decades. On this week&rsquo;s <a href="https://apple.news/AzsnKqv5PSK20KBuoLTxa5g">Apple News In Conversation</a>, The Atlantic&rsquo;s Adam Serwer explains how the battle over electoral maps is reshaping American democracy.</p> <p>The mayor of Arcadia, California, will plead guilty to being an unregistered foreign agent for China. Rebecca Ellis of the <a href="https://apple.news/A2RjSkLOQSlqUixyX7mw7_A">Los Angeles Times</a> breaks down the case.</p> <p>Plus, the Supreme Court ruled that the abortion drug mifepristone can remain <a href="https://apple.news/AalV3tz3XTZOWvZ-ervHpow">available</a> by mail, the U.S. Border Patrol chief is <a href="https://apple.news/AEI1fx3obToK_QIhTuCC3rw">resigning</a>, and how AI <a href="https://apple.news/Apk3u99RnTUKDKCj2iSep5Q">broke</a> a 133-year-old Princeton tradition.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.</p>

Trump touches down in Beijing — and gets a warning from Xi

<p>President Trump arrived in Beijing for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Aamer Madhani from the <a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-xi-china-iran-trade-a1d63a711a037472f5c1c330c2120bd5">Associated Press</a> is there.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Trump said he wants to suspend the federal gas tax but it will take an act of Congress to make that happen. <a href="https://apple.news/AM5PgBL6rR9-HROKnD69lWA">Politico</a>&rsquo;s Andy Picon joins to discuss why some lawmakers are hesitant. <span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Meteorologists say a super El Ni&ntilde;o could hit the globe this year. Ben Noll of <a href="https://apple.news/A2YhuYrD9Q8qz2A-SZdAVNA">The Washington Post</a> explains what scientist have learned from past El Ni&ntilde;o events.</p> <p>Plus, the Senate <a href="https://apple.news/Av_WD6di0TTW47HhmRl0CuA">confirmed</a> Kevin Warsh as the new Fed chief, disgraced lawyer Alex Murdaugh&rsquo;s double-murder conviction was <a href="https://apple.news/AFGspV2xBQjCVgA-kkqribw">overturned</a>, and FIFA <a href="https://apple.news/AufnzyaC6TCiPUsACafXguA">reveals</a> the lineup for the first ever World Cup half-time show.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

Inflation is soaring. How consumers are feeling the squeeze.

<p>Inflation hit its highest rate in close to three years, driven by the war with Iran. Andrew Ackerman of the <a href="https://apple.news/AKNz1VUg-SAGoOIkewfigFg">Washington Post</a> breaks down how rising costs are squeezing consumers.</p> <p>Many of the American passengers who were aboard the cruise ship struck by hantavirus are now in a specialized quarantine facility in Nebraska. The <a href="https://apple.news/AENB9HfjkSIG4QQUcVPi0UA">Washington Post</a>&rsquo;s Lauren Weber explains what life is like on the inside.</p> <p>British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under intense pressure to step down. <a href="https://apple.news/AGSEg0d_7RSWH-z3Zhnqo6Q">Reuters</a> 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.</p> <p>Plus, Trump&rsquo;s FDA commissioner <a href="https://apple.news/Ay5myr1LqQMehnrODi-p_jg">resigned</a>, the NBA&rsquo;s <a href="https://apple.news/AGWl3puq3TLGjVmLMIrxiIg">first</a> openly gay player has died, and why some college grads aren&rsquo;t <a href="https://apple.news/A3O1hQ155Q3u470Lagk7RMA">optimistic</a> about AI as they enter the job market.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

Trump heads to China for high-stakes talks — but Iran looms large

<p>President Trump is set to visit Beijing this week for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Trevor Hunnicutt of <a href="https://apple.news/ASmUd-wqGRP28Dir2HGLQFg">Reuters</a> joins to discuss what to expect from the summit.</p> <p>The war with Iran is hitting U.S. farmers in especially hard. Kayla Steinberg of<a href="https://apple.news/ABPO4lGL0T16F1I6RXNdGsw"> NBC News</a> breaks down how the rising costs of fuel and fertilizer are presenting them with big challenges.</p> <p>After drastically shortening its training program for new recruits, ICE will now restore previous standards. The <a href="https://apple.news/ABDyqSZwTQm6HotkAg5lTnA">Washington Post</a>&rsquo;s Sarah Blaskey joins to discuss how training will change.</p> <p>Plus, the Supreme Court cleared the way for Alabama to <a href="https://apple.news/AgH36DuJkQ8GeEPaUI0D0cg">redraw</a> its map, Trump said he supports <a href="https://apple.news/AJzp7E_EdTRmDJiG4olErfA">suspending</a> the federal gas tax, and NBC’s Savannah Guthrie is taking on a new <a href="https://apple.news/AfBB86xltQmKszmvem1dUDA">role</a>.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

“Totally unacceptable”: Trump rejects Iran’s latest negotiation offer

<p>President Trump firmly <a href="https://apple.news/ACDRNJoFrRk2w3hwENyC1uA">turned down</a> Iran&rsquo;s counter proposal to restart negotiations with the U.S. to end the war. <a href="https://apple.news/AzKDoqfKZTuubLew9ogDxsw">The Wall Street Journal</a> reports Iran&rsquo;s nuclear program is a main sticking point.</p> <p>Virginia&rsquo;s Supreme Court rejects a referendum result to redraw the electoral map in Democrats favor, as <a href="https://apple.news/A3ARI2wo8Q6i3gXyH46KnKg">USAToday</a> reports. And <a href="https://apple.news/AxL6ZFRbKQW-YbRAjWCS0tg">Politico</a>&rsquo;s Alec Hernandez explains how wins for Trump-backed candidates in Indiana is putting pressure on Republicans elsewhere to redraw their maps.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Health Security Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a number of initiatives aimed to wean Americans off of antidepressants. <a href="https://apple.news/AgCqK0zu2R7Cf0d1cEOVyvw">The Wall Street Journal</a>&rsquo;s Liz Whyte breaks down what the new steps entail.</p> <p>Plus, authorities found and <a href="https://apple.news/A8VDempKXQ7ObPhoqWSuQCg">identified</a> the body of an American soldier who went missing in Morocco, the <a href="https://apple.news/A1rjI8ZjXQbqk_TO3GdL7Wg">passengers</a> of the cruise ship struck by hantavirus are heading home, and the first-round World Cup game that&rsquo;s <a href="https://apple.news/AoywWHxSFQfSUe0cHUIENXQ">more expensive</a> than the Super Bowl.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>

Rebroadcast: They work full-time jobs. Why are they homeless?

<h2></h2> <p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>:<em> This week, Brian Goldstone was awarded a Pulitzer Prize for his book, </em>There Is No Place for Us<em>, which is featured in this episode from our archives.</em></p> <p>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, <a href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/there-is-no-place-for-us/id6504841282" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>There Is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America</em></a>. Goldstone reveals how these parents and children are prevented from securing housing by steep rents, red tape, and predatory schemes. He spoke with <em>Apple News In Conversation </em>host Shumita Basu about how this crisis arose and ways to address it.</p>

How the world is racing to contact trace a rare virus

<p>Health officials are rushing to complete contract tracing of passengers onboard the cruise ship struck with an outbreak of hantavirus. <a href="https://apple.news/APH3BCdIMSZeYp8forfY4Sw">Stat</a>&rsquo;s Helen Branswell joins to discuss what experts are looking out for.</p> <p>After Trump launched Project Freedom, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait barred the U.S. from using their bases and airspace. The <a href="https://apple.news/ACV7-PxgdS_iUOfKfmR4_EA">Wall Street Journal</a>&rsquo;s Shelby Holliday explains why the two Gulf countries have since reversed course.</p> <p>Many thought the Sphere in Las Vegas would be a failure after huge budget overruns and construction delays. The <a href="https://apple.news/AsmiVPt6KTgilHPj7mnaUJQ">Wall Street Journal</a>&rsquo;s Katherine Sayre details how the popular venue bucked expectations.</p> <p>Plus, a federal court ruled that Trump&rsquo;s latest tariffs are <a href="https://apple.news/AQXMfNeeWScCw02FSIwQ6eg">unjustified</a>, Tennessee <a href="https://apple.news/A3U6x1evxTSSotMaeLUt-Jg">passed</a> the first new congressional map since the Supreme Court&rsquo;s Voting Rights Act decision, and Sir David Attenborough <a href="https://apple.news/AjJvsXNt8TAybNmNqKVB91Q">is celebrating</a> a milestone birthday.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>