On Wednesday’s episode of The Excerpt podcast, tensions continue along the Lebanon-Israel border as Hezbollah targets Mossad in Israel. USA TODAY Congress, Campaigns and Democracy Reporter Karissa Waddick discusses the importance of young blue collar voters in the upcoming election. A government watchdog blames the Education Department for a bungled FAFSA rollout. The Justice Department files an antitrust lawsuit against Visa. Tropical Storm Helene is forecast to become a Category 3 hurricane as it hits Florida. Former USA TODAY Investigative Reporter Emily Le Coz talks about other deadly incidents involving the ship operator in the Baltimore bridge collapse. The transcript also covers topics such as financial aid challenges for college students, the impact of Tropical Storm Helene, and the antitrust lawsuit against Visa. A discussion with Emily Le Coz highlights the dangerous nature of the maritime shipping industry and the challenges in monitoring safety issues. The podcast also teases an upcoming episode featuring Dr. Sharon Lewin discussing potential advancements in HIV treatment. Listeners are encouraged to tune in for more insights and updates. The transcript provides a comprehensive overview of the latest news developments and conversations on The Excerpt podcast.
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