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UNBIASED Politics (3/10/25): Trump's Comments on a Possible Recession, Newsom's Comments on Trans Athletes, House GOP's Attempt to Avoid Shutdown, First Firing Squad Execution in 15 Years, and More.

2025/3/10
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Jordan Berman: 在上周四的国会演讲事实核查中，我纠正了关于非法越境人数最低记录的说法。总统声称上个月的非法越境人数是有史以来最低的，但我指出，2月份的边境逮捕人数是自2000财年以来最低的，而不是有史以来最低的。这是因为美国从2000财年才开始记录边境逮捕数据。自2000年以来，2月份的边境逮捕人数确实是最低的，大约有8400起逮捕。总统的说法在记录范围内是正确的，因为这是自2000年以来最低的数字。

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This chapter explores the recent execution by firing squad in South Carolina, the first in the US in 15 years, and delves into the historical and legal aspects of the death penalty in the United States.
  • South Carolina conducted its first execution by firing squad in 15 years.
  • Brad Sigmund was executed after multiple appeals were denied.
  • The firing squad was chosen due to the lack of lethal injection drugs.
  • Execution by firing squad involves precise protocols and volunteers from the Department of Corrections.
  • This method has only been used three other times in the US, all in Utah.

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Get the facts, without the spin. UNBIASED offers a clear, impartial recap of US news, including politics, elections, legal news, and more. Hosted by lawyer Jordan Berman, each episode provides a recap of current political events plus breakdowns of complex concepts—like constitutional rights, recent Supreme Court rulings, and new legislation—in an easy-to-understand way. No personal opinions, just the facts you need to stay informed on the daily news that matters. If you miss how journalism used to be, you're in the right place.

In today's episode:

  • Correction to Thursday's Episode Re: Border Crossing Numbers (0:13)

  • South Carolina Carries Out First Firing Squad Execution in 15 Years (1:53)

  • House GOP Introduces Continuing Resolution to Try to Avoid Shutdown (7:52)

  • Trump Signs 'Restoring Public Service Loan Forgiveness' Order (15:06)

  • Trump's Comments About a Potential Recession (18:26)

  • Gov. Newsom's Comments About Transgender Athletes (23:07)

  • Quick Hitters: Judge Affirms DOGE Treasury Acess, Trump Re-Opens Migrant Family Detention Centers, Trump Tells Dept. Heads They're In Charge, Trump Threatens Sanctions on Russia, Supreme Court Will Hear Conversion Therapy Case, USAID to Cut Majority of Programs, Columbia Student Arrested for Role in On-Campus Protests, Secret Services Shoots Man Outside White House, Utah to Ban Fluoride in Water, NY Corrections Officers End Strike (27:40)

  • Critical Thinking Segment (35:16)

  • Some GOOD News (37:11)

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