A Congressional correspondent with AP updates us on top national political stories, including passage of a major infrastructure budget resolution. Then we look at results of a new report detailing a rise in opioid-related deaths in Wisconsin during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Week In Washington: August 25, 2021
House Democrats have passed a $3.5 trillion budget resolution after a standoff with moderate Democrats threatened the measure’s future. We talk about what comes next, and the continued fallout for President Biden over the collapse of Afghanistan to the Taliban.
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Report Shows Increase In Overdose Deaths In Wisconsin During Pandemic
A newly released report on opioid overdose incidents in Wisconsin shows an elevated number of opioid-related deaths during the coronavirus epidemic. We talk with a substance abuse healthcare professional about what has influenced the numbers so far and how we can help.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Lisa Mascaro Guest
- Sheila Weix Guest
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