Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - June 17, 2025
Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Utah Senator outrages Minnesotans with social media jabs about Hortman murder
Utah Senator Mike Lee is facing criticism from a number of Minnesota politicians after appearing to make a joke.
Expert: Assassination of Minnesota lawmaker further normalizes political violence
Minnesota and the nation are feeling the emotional weight of political violence after this weekend's assassination of a top Democrat.
House reconciliation bill risks job losses, higher energy bills in South Dakota
The bill's current language repeals multiple federal policies, funding programs and tax credits.
Iowa judge rules in favor of 'Swampbuster' conservation protection measure
A District Court judge in Iowa has ruled in favor of an effort to protect the state's wetlands.
Nevada congresswoman supports keeping AM radio in new cars
The legislation, which is under consideration in Congress, would require all new cars to maintain AM radio technology.
California colleges and universities take food pantries to the next level
Hunger among college students in California has jumped dramatically since the pandemic.
U.S. Senate GOP wants to hike debt limit by $5 trillion in mega-bill
U.S. Senate Republicans unveiled Monday that they plan to raise the country’s debt limit by $5 trillion.
Members of Congress on edge after assassination of Minnesota state legislator
The U.S. Senate will gather behind closed doors Tuesday to hear from federal law enforcement officials about protection for lawmakers.
Politicians divided over federal plan to sell public lands
Colorado Democrats are leading the effort against legislation proposed by Senate Republicans.
