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As Questions Loom, Trump, Congress Gear Up For A Busy Wednesday

3:07pm January 08, 2017

Wednesday will be a busy day on Capitol Hill with confirmation hearings and a Trump press conference. Questions about Russia's interference in the U.S. election will likely be at the center of both.

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Sergio Mucino was charged with harboring unauthorized immigrants after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raided his four Buffalo, N.Y., restaurants, but critics say his illegal workers have suffered much more than he has.

How Kitchen Raids In Buffalo Sent Shock Waves Through Immigrant Rights Community

8:40am January 08, 2017

Federal immigration agents raided four Mexican restaurants in Buffalo, N.Y., recently — one of largest worksite actions in recent years. Outraged locals are asking: Why pick on taco cooks?

Dead Pitches: The Curse Of The Christmas Tree Bugs

8:40am January 08, 2017

by Lulu Garcia-Navarro

Some stories don't make it past Weekend Edition's editorial meeting, but others are worth a second look. Before hitting air, producer Ollie Dearden brought his holiday horror story to an entomologist.

New York Congressman Hopes To Use His Immigrant Experience To Influence Lawmakers

8:40am January 08, 2017

by Lulu Garcia-Navarro

Adriano Espaillat, the first Dominican American congressman, hopes his background as a formerly undocumented immigrant will help find him common ground with his colleagues on immigration policy.

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Sexual Assault Case Weighs On University Of Minnesota Football Team

8:40am January 08, 2017

by Lulu Garcia-Navarro

Washington Post sports writer Sally Jenkins talks about about sexual assault accusations against University of Minnesota football players, and the complexity of judging these cases.

SeaWorld's Orca Tilikum, Subject Of 'Blackfish' Documentary, Dies

8:40am January 08, 2017

The death of SeaWorld trainer Dawn Brancheau has been the catalyst for major changes in how the theme park handles its killer whales. The whale responsible for Brancheau's death, has died in Orlando.

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Former CIA Lawyer Cautions Return To Torture Techniques He Once Defended

8:40am January 08, 2017

by Lulu Garcia-Navarro

John Rizzo, former acting general counsel of the CIA, says there's little doubt about Russia's interference in the election. He hopes Donald Trump will respect the intelligence community's expertise.

VA Critic Florida Rep. Brian Mast Calls For Greater Healthcare Access For Veterans

8:40am January 08, 2017

by Lulu Garcia-Navarro

Freshman Republican Congressman Brian Mast, a former Army soldier and double amputee, says his priorities for Congress include veterans affairs and cleaning up Lake Okeechobee's polluted freshwater.

Iconic Journalist, Jazz Critic Nat Hentoff Dies At Age 91

8:40am January 08, 2017

by Lulu Garcia-Navarro

Renowned journalist and jazz critic Nat Hentoff has died at 91 years old.

How English Came To Be The Dominant Language In Science Publications

8:40am January 08, 2017

by Lulu Garcia-Navarro

New research suggests that scientific publications may be overlooked in non-English speaking countries. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks about the issue with Princeton Professor Michael Gordin.