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Supreme Court Rules Police Can Seize Evidence During Illegal Traffic Stops
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Monday that police can seize evidence during unconstitutional traffic stops if suspects have outstanding arrest warrants. We look at the impacts of the case and Justice Sonia Sotomayor's blistering dissent.
By Madeleine Brand • • 52m ListenThe U.S. Supreme Court ruled that police can seize evidence during unconstitutional traffic stops if suspects have outstanding arrest warrants. We look at the impacts of the case and Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s blistering dissent. Next, why do conspiracy theories emerge in the wake of mass shootings like Orlando? Then, a debate on the trend of at-home medical tests. Turning to entertainment, Maria Bamford talks about her new Netflix show, “Lady Dynamite.” And finally, the Sklar Brothers on this week in sports.
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5 storiesSupreme Court Divided in Police Seizure Decision
The Supreme Court ruled Monday that police can seize evidence during unconstitutional traffic stops in some cases. If suspects have outstanding arrest warrants, the court says, cops can search their cars, even if they stopped them for no reason. The 5-3 decision revealed a sharp divide between the conservative and liberal justices.
Read the story8 minConspiracy Theories In the Wake of Tragedies
Conspiracy theories have been bouncing around in the wake of the shootings in Orlando: There was more than one shooter. There’s video of the attack and the FBI won’t release it. President Obama was in on it. Or the most unkind and absurd, that the massacre was faked.
Read the story7 minIs Personalized Medicine Safe?
Silicon Valley startups are marketing blood tests they say empower consumers. Some companies say their tests can detect everything from high cholesterol levels to serious diseases. But many medical professionals are concerned about the accuracy of these tests. We discuss the proliferation and safety of direct-to-consumer medical testing.
Read the story11 minMaria Bamford: 'Lady Dynamite'
Maria Bamford has been described as a comic's comic, well-known in the comedy world but underappreciated by the broader American audience. But with her new show on Netflix, "Lady Dynamite," Bamford is going mainstream.
Read the story14 minSports with Sklars: NBA Finals, US Open and more
It’s a big week in sports news. Last night, Lebron James led the Cleveland Cavaliers to victory against the favored Golden State Warriors in game 7 of the NBA finals in Oakland. Also yesterday, Dustin Johnson won the U.S. Open in golf, while two big international soccer competitions are going on right now. Tomorrow , the men’s U.S.
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