Morning news brief
The U.S. economy did well in 2022, but recession fears grow. Donald Trump will be allowed back on Facebook and Instagram. Social media companies face pressure to crack down on online fentanyl sales.
Politics & Government
Trump's expected GOP presidential challengers have yet to announce their bids
NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Politico's Zach Montellaro about why no Republicans have gotten into the race yet to run against Donald Trump for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination.
Social media platforms face pressure to stop online drug dealers who target kids
During a House committee hearing Wednesday, parents, activists and law enforcement officials accused social media sites of enabling drug dealers to sell fentanyl to young Americans.
Meta allows Donald Trump back on Facebook and Instagram
The social media company is letting a two-year ban, imposed after Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol, expire.
Former President Donald Trump can return to Facebook. Will he?
Facebook parent company Meta is letting a two-year ban on Donald Trump, imposed after the then-president's supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol, expire.
The politics and economics of a potentially costly showdown over the debt ceiling
With the potential of a default looming, Washington looks for answers on how to solve the debt ceiling impasse.
Former President Bolsonaro is now living in Florida, far away from unrest in Brazil
As Brazil struggles to come to terms with the chaotic riots of Jan. 8, a key figure haunts the proceedings: Jair Bolsonaro. The ex-president is now in Florida, where he periodically greets supporters.
DeSantis faces criticism for Florida's ban on African American studies AP course
Black leaders are protesting Florida's decision to ban an AP course on African American studies. Governor Ron DeSantis is facing harsh and continued criticism about the move.
Democrats are crying foul as House Republicans sort key committee assignments
Speaker Kevin McCarthy blocked two Democrats from serving on a key House panel, arguing it is in the interest of national security. Dems say the move is nothing more than political retribution.
U.S., Germany pledge tanks to Ukraine, signaling heavy fighting ahead
The U.S. and Germany had resisted sending tanks for months. This marks the latest upgrade in heavy weapons for Ukraine and comes amid growing expectations the fighting will soon escalte.