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Indigenous activists see Trump's Columbus Day rhetoric as cause for continued advocacy
President Donald Trump has announced he won't recognize Indigenous Peoples Day and will bring Columbus Day “back from the ashes” — another sign some Native leaders say that advocacy for Indigenous representation must continue during Trump’s second term in the White House.
NPR stations targeted for cuts by Trump have provided lifelines to listeners during disasters
After Hurricane Helene devastated Asheville, North Carolina, the sound coming from open car windows as residents gathered on a street at the top of a ridge trying to get cell service last fall was Blue Ridge Public Radio.
After paying people to leave, one federal agency is scrambling to fill positions
USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has opened up 73 jobs to internal candidates. They include roles just vacated by people who are receiving full pay and benefits through September.
Rural communities were promised millions in disaster funds. Trump is ending it
Rural communities are scrambling after the Trump administration canceled billions in disaster grants. Many were counting on the funds for infrastructure fixes meant to withstand future disasters.
China says it’s considering trade talks with U.S., but demands canceled tariffs
Exporters, importers and recent government statistics all suggest that trade in both directions is slowing sharply as a result of the tariffs. Neither side appears willing to be seen giving ground.
Hundreds gather at the Minnesota Capitol for May Day rally, International Workers’ Day
Sara Nelson is the International President of the Association of Flight Attendants and flew to Minnesota from Washington, D.C. to join the rally. Nelson said the day is important because it marks a significant moment in history when workers stood up for their rights — and a reminder that the fight continues today.
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