From cheese to newspapers, Wisconsin industries are bracing for the effect of Canadian counter-tariffs. We discuss where the impact is being felt already. We also find out about immigrant army recruits being discharged while on the path to citizenship. Plus, a look at an effort to finalize the federal Farm Bill.
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This Week In Washington – July 18, 2018
President Trump sought to clarify his remarks from a press conference with Russia’s President about election hacking after critical reaction from lawmakers back in Washington. We find out what Congress is saying. We also look at a potential effort to impeach the Deputy Attorney General and the work being done to reconcile the House and Senate versions of the Farm Bill.
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Where Canadian Tariffs Hurt The Most In Wisconsin
Weeks after Canada’s retaliatory tariffs went in effect, we talk to the associate editor of WisContext about which industries are getting hit the hardest.
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US Military Is Discharging Immigrant Recruits
The US Department of Defense has changed longstanding policy and is discharging immigrant recruits who were to be given an expedited path to citizenship for their service. We talk with an immigration attorney who is a retired member of the military about the consequences.
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- Judith Siers-Poisson Host
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
- Daniel Newhauser Guest
- Scott Gordon Guest
- Margaret Stock Guest
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