On Wednesday’s episode of The Excerpt podcast, USA TODAY White House Correspondent Joey Garrison discussed Vice President Kamala Harris’ choice for a running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. An Iran-linked individual who may have targeted former President Donald Trump has been arrested for murder-for-hire. The EPA made a historic move by banning a pesticide that has been linked to irreversible damage to fetuses. The stock market also recovered after several days of losses. In addition, there was a discussion about what fossils tell us about ‘ancient hobbits.’
Tim Walz was chosen by Harris as her running mate due to his common man background, progressive record, and appeal to rural voters in key Midwest battleground states. The decision came down to Walz and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, with concerns about Shapiro’s policy stances ultimately leading to Walz’s selection. The VP pick is important in winning crucial states like Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan, where Walz’s appeal to blue-collar voters could make a difference.
A Pakistani national with ties to Iran has been charged with murder-for-hire in a plot to assassinate a US politician or government official, potentially in response to the killing of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani. The EPA’s ban on the pesticide DCPA due to its harmful effects on fetuses marks a significant step in protecting public health. The stock market’s recovery after recent losses reflects continued investor confidence despite economic challenges.
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