About this episode

This episode covers various current political events including a lawsuit by Minnesota against Texas Governor Abbott and the nomination of a new FDA leader by Trump.

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: Minnesota Sues Texas Gov. Abbott Over ICE Extradition Request (0:42) U.S. Officials Detail How Oil Is Being Transported Out of Strait of Hormuz (8:43) Trump Nominates Dr. Heidi Overton to Lead FDA (12:40) CBP Commissioner Pauses Border-Security Construction in Big Bend National Park Amid Backlash (~19:05) National Debt Hits $40 Trillion (~24:53) Judge Removed From Karmelo Anthony Case; New Judge Will Decide New Trial Request (~30:23) Latest Meta Trial Over Child Safety and Mental Health Gets Underway (~37:45) Quick Hitters (~44:02) Critical Thinking Segment (~46:24) ⁠Watch⁠ this episode…

People in this episode

Host: Jordan Berman

Topics covered

• legal news
• politics
• national debt
• FDA nomination
• border security
• current events

Keywords

• Minnesota lawsuit
• Texas Governor Abbott
• FDA nominee
• Big Bend National Park
• national debt
• Karmelo Anthony case
• Meta trial
• Jordan Berman

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Organizations: CBP

Places: Minnesota, Texas, Big Bend National Park

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