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Trump Orders Rule Allowing Military Academy Grads To Defer Service To Play Pro Sports
- June 26
- Bobby Allyn / NPR
Under Department of Defense policy established in 2017, those enrolled in military academies couldn't play sports before serving at least two years in the armed forces.
The Argument For — And Against — Publishing The Traumatic Photo From Mexican Border
- June 26
- Emily Bogle / NPR
While the graphic image has news value, news organizations are concerned that its overuse will lessen its impact and unnecessarily upset the intended audience.
1st Democratic Debate: Live Analysis Of Night 1
- June 26
- NPR Staff / NPR
While you watch the presidential candidates, follow NPR reporters for extra context and fact checks. The two-hour debate begins at 9 p.m. ET, with 10 candidates Wednesday night and 10 on Thursday.
FAA Finds New Problem With 737 Max Jets, Delaying Their Return To Flight
- June 26
- David Schaper / NPR
Southwest, American and United Airlines have already pulled the aircraft from their schedules through Labor Day weekend. Two of the planes crashed within five months, killing hundreds of people.
Turmoil At The NRA: TV Channel Ends, Lobbyist Resigns, A New Hill Probe Begins
- June 26
- Sasha Ingber / NPR
National Rifle Association CEO Wayne LaPierre announced NRATV will stop production. A top lobbyist for the group also stepped down and allegations persist of financial misconduct.
Reddit Has 'Quarantined' Popular Pro-Trump Forum Over Violent Threats
- June 26
- Bobby Allyn / NPR
The violations include threats of violence directed toward officials in Oregon, where legislators are locked in a partisan standoff over proposed climate change legislation.
Senate Passes $4.6 Billion Emergency Border Funding Bill Signalling Battle With House
- June 26
- Vanessa Romo / NPR
The sweeping 84-8 vote came minutes after the Senate handily rejected the House's humanitarian assistance bill, signalling what will likely be a contentious battle to reconcile the competing bills.
Trump Campaign Counterprograms Democratic Debate With Pricey YouTube Ad Buy
- June 26
- Tamara Keith / NPR
President Trump's campaign bought the masthead ad on YouTube, an expensive ad buy that could reach many more voters than the debate.
People Are Trying To Donate To Detained Migrants. Border Patrol Won't Accept It
- June 26
- Ryan Poppe / NPR
After hearing claims that detention centers are housing migrant children in unsanitary conditions, people are attempting to provide them with supplies.
Louisiana's Novel 'Subscription' Model For Pricey Hepatitis C Drugs Gains Approval
- June 26
- Selena Simmons-Duffin / NPR
Certain high-cost drugs are straining state budgets. A new deal approved Wednesday allows Louisiana to spend a fixed amount for unlimited access to a costly cure. Other states may try to follow suit.