This NPR Up First podcast episode covers several developing news stories. First, the man suspected of fatally shooting two Israeli embassy employees in Washington, D.C., has been charged with murder, with authorities investigating it as a possible hate crime. Second, the Trump administration has revoked Harvard University's ability to sponsor international students, leading to confusion and concern among the student body. Third, the Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump can fire members of independent agencies, though the matter is not yet definitively settled. Finally, President Trump's involvement with the Trump meme coin raises questions about conflicts of interest. The episode concludes with a preview of the Sunday story, which will focus on how the class of 2025 views higher education.
