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Release Date: 04/20/2024
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The news to know for Thursday, April 25, 2024! We'll tell you how a case in front of the Supreme Court today could impact former President Trump's future and possibly his freedom. Also, we have updates about growing protests on college campuses, just as top leaders are threatening to send in the National Guard. Plus, changes are coming to school lunches, including one that's a historic first; another new rule is supposed to make it easier for airline passengers to get refunds; and get ready for tonight's NFL draft. Those stories and more news to know in about 10 minutes! See...
info_outlineCan a former U.S. president face criminal prosecution for things they did while in office? The case the Supreme Court is taking up next week could have major ramifications for former President Donald Trump and future presidents.
Supreme Court reporter Amy Howe of SCOTUSblog and Howe on the Court is breaking down the arguments on both sides. She previously served as counsel in cases before the Supreme Court and has taught litigation at Stanford and Harvard Law schools.
Then we'll hear from the president and CEO of the National Consitution Center, Jeffrey Rosen. He teaches law at George Washington University Law School and his new book is "The Pursuit of Happiness: How Classical Writers on Virtue Inspired the Lives of the Founders and Defined America."
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