Powell Probe Dropped, Psychedelic Fast-Track, Georgia Wildfires Spread and more

Powell Probe Dropped, Psychedelic Fast-Track, Georgia Wildfires Spread and more

April 24, 2026 · 7 min

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The episode discusses the end of the DOJ's investigation into Jerome Powell, international talks in Pakistan, the FDA's fast-tracking of psychedelic treatments, wildfires in Georgia, and calls for reform in Congress.

The Department of Justice is ending its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. US and Iranian delegations are heading to Pakistan for a second round of talks. The FDA is speeding up the review process for psilocybin and a drug similar to MDMA as possible mental health treatments. A drought-fueled wildfire in southern Georgia is torching homes and displacing families. And lawmakers on Capitol Hill want quick reform after a series of scandals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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