Tuesday, May 24th, 2022

Today, we start with a Russian diplomat resigning over the war in Ukraine, Starbucks has been making plans for leaving Russia, and the Russian Foreign ministry is updating its list of blacklisted Americans. Then, Biden declares that the U.S. would defend Taiwan in case of an attack by China, Airbnb has announced that it will exit China, and the Ethics Committee in the house of representatives is investigating three republican lawmakers. Finally, Pfizer has announced that its vaccines are very effective in building a strong immune system in infants, while Mike Pence has signaled his interest in running for office against Donald Trump. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: Washington Post: ‘Ashamed’ Russian diplomat resigns over Putin’s ‘aggressive war’ NPR: Starbucks is exiting Russia, shutting 130 stores NPR: Russia bans 963 Americans, including Biden and Harris — but not Trump Washington Post: Biden takes aggressive posture toward China on Asia trip NPR: Rep. Madison Cawthorn faces a House Ethics investigation Axios: Pfizer says COVID vaccine more than 80% effective in kids under 5 Axios: Pence open to 2024 run against Trump Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices