Wednesday, August 30th, 2023

Today’s Headlines: As Labor Day approaches, Hurricane Idalia intensifies into a Category 3 storm, targeting Florida's Big Bend region with unprecedented force and potential 15-foot storm surges. Meanwhile, the 2024 Republican frontrunner contemplates Vivek Ramaswamy as a possible vice presidential running mate. Census data predicts Gen Z as the last generation with a white majority, estimating the transition by 2045. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise reveals a treatable blood cancer diagnosis and commits to continuing his congressional role during treatment. Additionally, legal battles arise as RMS Titanic Inc. plans another expedition to the Titanic wreckage, sparking debates about preservation versus exploration. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: Idalia strengthens over warm Gulf of Mexico waters as it steams toward Florida Axios: Trump open to Vivek Ramaswamy as vice president The Guardian: Gen Z will be last generation with white majority in US, study finds AP News: No. 2 House Republican Steve Scalise is diagnosed with blood cancer and undergoing treatment AP News: A new Titanic expedition is planned. The US is fighting it, says wreck is a grave site Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Amanda Duberman and Bridget Schwartz Edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices