This edition of NPR's "Up First" covers several developing news stories. It begins with President Trump's approval of a partnership between US Steel and Nippon Steel, despite previous opposition, and explores the ambiguity surrounding the deal's structure. The podcast then discusses Harvard University's legal battle with the Trump administration over international student visas, including concerns about potential retribution and the broader implications for international students in the US. Finally, it examines Elon Musk's departure from his government role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), assessing the department's actual impact and the reasons behind Musk's exit.
