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Trump ousts Kristi Noem from DHS; Rural CA community colleges deploy AI to keep students on track; Algae-powered concrete earns University of Miami project top prize; As Ukraine war lingers, ND sponsors press for speedy work approvals.

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Kristi Noem is fired from her position as Homeland Security Secretary, but moves to a new and unclear role. The Senate Majority Leader blames Democrats for the ongoing DHS shutdown and the House fails to advance a war powers resolution for Iran.

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Advocates for those with disabilities in Idaho and nationwide are alarmed by proposed Medicaid cuts, programs that provide virtual crisis care are making inroads in rural South Dakota and Wyoming, and the mighty bison returns to Texas.

Jake Sinderbrand

Director of Member Strategy

Originally from Madison, WI, Jake graduated with honors from Macalester College and worked in field outreach and data management with the SEIU and the AFL-CIO, and managed client relations and delivery systems and Mulberrys Garment. Jake brought his years of service and organizing experience to Public News Service in 2019, and works to engage new and existing members in the PNS community. He lives in St. Paul, MN and enjoys exploring the natural beauty of Minnesota with his partner Sarah and their dog.


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