Judge admonishes U.S. for failing to return Maryland man wrongly deported to El Salvador

Kilmar Abrego Garcia said he's been traumatized by his experience in Salvadoran custody. Plus, an ambiguous Supreme Court ruling may have invited the Trump administration to refuse to try to return him.The Supreme Court temporarily halts deportations of Venezuelan migrants under the Alien Enemies Act.USA TODAY Entertainment Reporter Patrick Ryan discusses the federal government's sex-crimes case against Sean "Diddy" Combs.New records show the suspected FSU shooter had a fascination with hate groups.USA TODAY National Correspondent Will Carless explains what experts say about military service remaining the 'single strongest predictor' of involvement in violent extremism, 30 years after the Oklahoma City bombing.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen met Thursday with Kilmar Abrego Garcia. But the wrongly deported Maryland man remains in custody.The U.S. will abandon Ukraine peace efforts if no progress is made soon, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio.Police allege the son of a local sheriff's deputy opened fire at Florida State University.President Donald Trump lashes out at Fed Chair Jerome Powell.Trump predicts trade deals with China and the EU. Plus, he floats a plan to nix the federal income tax and replace revenue with money from tariffs.USA TODAY Supreme Court Correspondent Maureen Groppe puts in context the Supreme Court's move to weigh in on Trump plans to restrict birthright citizenship.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While President Donald Trump seems intent on doing everything he can to revive the coal industry, nuclear energy appears to be enjoying a resurgence in popularity, driven largely by power-hungry data centers. The problem with that? Well, we’ve never quite figured out how to safely store all of that spent fuel. And it’s a problem that’s about to get exponentially worse. What’s on the table to address this need? Allison Macfarlane, director of the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs at the University of British Columbia, joins The Excerpt to boil it all down.Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The IRS may revoke Harvard's tax-exempt status, following Trump threats.Sen. Chris Van Hollen demanded Wednesday that Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele release Kilmar Abrego Garcia.USA TODAY Personal Finance Reporter Daniel de Visé takes a look at the data on how investors are responding amid stock market worries.A judge blocks the Energy Department from slashing federal research funding.USA TODAY National Correspondent Trevor Hughes discusses how budget cuts are creating restroom and visitor center closures at national parks.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The recent bankruptcy of genetic testing firm 23andMe has raised alarm bells for privacy advocates and consumers worried about their personal information. The data managed by 23andMe could eventually be used in any number of negative or nefarious ways, from discrimination to executing a sophisticated scam. And to be clear, this isn’t just a 23andMe problem. Bankruptcy and data theft are just as much a risk with other DNA testing firms. So, what should people know about privacy and genetic data security? Kayte Spector Bagdady, a member of the health law and bioethics faculty at the University of Michigan, joins The Excerpt to share a legal and medical perspective.Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A judge Tuesday reprimanded the government for failing to return a Maryland man wrongly deported to El Salvador.USA TODAY White House Correspondent Francesca Chambers takes a look at President Donald Trump's approach to Russia's war in Ukraine, after he accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of starting the war.An aide to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has been put on leave.USA TODAY Education Reporter Zachary Schermele explains why Trump is threatening to revoke Harvard's tax-exempt status.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

El Salvador's president says a wrongly deported man is not leaving a Salvadoran prison.USA TODAY Money and Personal Finance Reporter Medora Lee discusses a positive day for the stock market, and what might be next for tariffs.The U.S. exceeds 700 measles cases.The Trump administration froze billions in funding to Harvard after the school rejected demands.USA TODAY National Correspondent Deborah Barfield Berry discusses how President Donald Trump is targeting museums he said push divisive ideology.A new class of WNBA rookies has arrived.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We asked: What do you think of President Donald Trump's use of executive orders - and the use of them by presidents in general? Forum is new series from USA TODAY's Opinion team, dedicated to showcasing views from across the political spectrum on issues that Americans are starkly divided on. Today you’ll hear from a few folks about how they view the more than 100 executive orders that Trump has pushed forward. If you'd like to weigh in on a different topic, you can find more questions at usatoday.com/forum. And if your submission is selected for print, we might invite you to add your voice to a future special bonus episode like this one.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A suspect is in custody after a suspected arson attempt on the home of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro.USA TODAY White House Reporter Zac Anderson looks into the potential implications of tariffs on GOP political fortunes.President Donald Trump's approval rating falls in a new CBS poll, amid serious economic concerns.USA TODAY Consumer Travel Reporter Zach Wichter talks about how sacred sites are helping travelers reconnect.Rory McIlroy wins the Masters - and a career Grand Slam.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On a recent expedition to Antarctica, researchers made a startling discovery after part of a huge ice sheet broke off. In the frigid waters originally hidden below, scientists discovered what appear to be new species of crustaceans, fish and other life forms. How is this possible and just how many more new life forms are waiting to be found? Jyotika Virmani, executive director of the Schmidt Ocean Institute, joins The Excerpt to share details of this remarkable discovery. Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to [email protected] Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.