DeepSummary
The Supreme Court assured former President Trump and future presidents immunity from prosecution for many acts while in office, significantly expanding the scope of presidential power. Legal affairs correspondent Nina Totenberg explains that the court gave sweeping powers that no other president thought they had, making the president essentially untouchable for official acts.
The White House proposed a new rule to protect workers from heat, requiring employers to provide water, shade, and paid rest breaks when temperatures reach certain thresholds. The proposal aims to safeguard over 35 million indoor and outdoor workers from heat-related injuries and deaths, which have been exacerbated by climate change.
Cybercriminals are stepping up ransomware attacks on critical services like hospitals, schools, and car dealerships. A recent attack on a software company used by 15,000 dealerships across the U.S. and Canada caused disruptions, highlighting the growing threat of unsophisticated but damaging cyberattacks.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- The Supreme Court significantly expanded the scope of presidential immunity and power with its recent ruling.
- The White House proposed new rules to protect workers from heat-related injuries and deaths, particularly in light of climate change.
- Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting critical services like hospitals and car dealerships with ransomware attacks, causing disruptions.
- While damaging, the ransomware attacks often rely on unsophisticated techniques like phishing and password cracking.
- The administration prioritized the heat protection rule, expediting its clearance process.
- The Supreme Court ruling drew criticism for missing an opportunity for a broader consensus and being perceived as politically motivated.
- The ransomware attacks highlight the need for better cybersecurity measures and government regulation to protect critical infrastructure.
- Climate change has exacerbated the risks of heat-related injuries and deaths for workers, prompting the need for new protections.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I've never seen a major OSHA proposal go through White House clearance as quickly as this proposal did.“ by David Michaels
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Up First
NPR
7/3/24
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