Wisconsin Redistricting Case, Police Chief On Use Of Force Procedures, Ron Johnson Wants FDA To Stop Regulating Vaping

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A federal court is expected to rule this summer on whether or not Wisconsin’s voting districts are constitutional. Our guest explains how the decision could impact election maps around the country. We also hear from a police chief about proper use-of-force procedures, and ask why U.S. Senator Ron Johnson wants the FDA to stop regulating vaping.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Rob Ferrett Producer
  • Amanda Magnus Producer
  • Roger Bybee Guest
  • Mike Koval Guest