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Seattle Medium
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Takeaways From The Supreme Court’s Decisions Expanding Trump’s Firing Power But Preserving Fed For Now
The Supreme Court has ruled that the President may remove leaders of independent federal agencies without cause, overturning a 1935 precedent and significantly expanding executive power. However, the Court blocked the Trump administration's immediate attempt to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, emphasizing the requirement for due process amid contested mortgage fraud allegations. In a separate decision, the justices upheld state laws allowing the counting of mail-in ballots received after Election Day, a ruling that counters former President Trump's stance on voting restrictions.
Seattle Medium
about 3 hours
Police Must Obtain A Warrant When Seeking Sweep Of Cellphone Location Data, Supreme Court Rules
The Supreme Court has mandated that law enforcement obtain a warrant for the use of "geofence warrants" to capture cell phone location data, a ruling that redefines Fourth Amendment protections against governmental intrusion into personal privacy. This decision requires officers to secure judicial approval for such data requests, addressing concerns about police access to vast quantities of personal information stored by companies.
Seattle Medium
about 4 hours
Medicare Will Start Covering Weight-Loss Drugs On July 1 For The First Time. Here’s What You Need To Know
Millions of Medicare enrollees will gain their first-ever coverage for weight loss medications through the temporary Medicare GLP-1 Bridge pilot program, set to launch on July 1. This initiative, a significant development in healthcare access, will allow beneficiaries to obtain drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound at a substantially reduced cost, addressing a longstanding legal prohibition against Medicare covering such treatments. The program aims to make obesity treatment more equitable and accessible, reflecting ongoing advocacy efforts to recognize obesity as a treatable disease.
Seattle Medium
about 4 hours
Here’s How To Outsmart Sneaky Summer Expenses
The summer season frequently escalates personal expenditures, driven by factors such as increased utility costs, travel-related fees, and fluctuating grocery prices. Financial strategists emphasize that proactive planning and diligent budgeting are critical to effectively manage these anticipated seasonal outlays.
Seattle Medium
about 4 hours
Harvard Housing Report: Persistent Discrimination Burdens Blacks, Other Consumers Of Color
The State of the Nation's Housing 2026 report, released by Harvard's Joint Center on Housing Studies, reveals that Black America faces a comprehensive housing crisis. This crisis, stemming from issues including affordability, homelessness, climate change, and discrimination, demands coordinated action across federal, state, local, private, and nonprofit sectors.
Seattle Medium
about 4 hours
The Plastic Problem Black Men Can’t Ignore
New research indicates that Black men experience elevated rates of hormone disruption, fertility challenges, and other health complications, including prostate cancer and cardiovascular disease, linked to increased exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals and microplastics. This disparity is attributed to their greater proximity to industrial facilities and the pervasive presence of these substances in consumer goods, underscoring a critical environmental justice issue.
Seattle Medium
about 4 hours
This Play Doesn’t Just Portray Church. It Becomes Church.
The immersive choreopoem "Pray" at Baltimore Center Stage invites audiences to participate in a Black church service, transforming spectators into active congregants. The production explores Black spirituality beyond denominational boundaries, embracing a spectrum of faith traditions and honoring the range of queerness and human experience, notably serving as a love letter to Black women and femmes.
Seattle Medium
about 4 hours
Cruelty Is The Point: Haiti, TPS, And The Politics Of Punishment
The Trump administration's decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians is poised to impact over 350,000 Haitians, potentially leading to their deportation. This action would compel individuals to return to Haiti, a nation currently experiencing a severe humanitarian crisis, and is viewed as perpetuating a long-standing pattern of exploitation and disregard for the country.
Seattle Medium
about 6 hours
Supreme Court Allows Lisa Cook To Remain At Fed
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected President Donald Trump’s attempt to immediately fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook.
KUOW Seattle Now
about 7 hours
Seattle has a law to protect trees. Advocates say it's doing the opposite
Despite the city's stated goal to increase tree canopy, Seattle’s urban forest is actually shrinking. Advocates for tree preservation say laws against illegal tree cutting on private property are not being enforced, or even investigated property. We talk with KUOW’s Stephen Howie about his deep dive into how Seattle's tree ordinance is playing out. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
KUOW Seattle Now
about 19 hours
Monday Evening Headlines
Mail in voting deadlines in Washington don't have to change according to the Supreme Court, several wildfires are burning in Washington, and a look at live readings of the Declaration of Independence happening around Washington for the 4th of July. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seattle Medium
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How Trump’s Takeover Fractured America’s Birthday Party
The left-leaning organization Next250 has reoriented its commemoration of America's 250th anniversary, presenting an alternative to former President Donald Trump's influence over the national celebration. This reorientation included a communal festival in Washington, D.C., featuring an indigenous opening ceremony, a march originating from the site formerly known as Black Lives Matter Plaza, and voter registration initiatives.