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Trump announces Pam Bondi as new attorney general pick hours after Matt Gaetz withdraws' House passes bill that targets nonprofits in NY and the nation; NM researcher studies why pedestrian, bicyclist deaths are on the rise; Researchers link better outcomes to MN adoption reforms.

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Trump has a new pick for Attorney General, his incoming "border czar" warns local Democratic officials not to impede mass deportation and the House passes legislation that could target any non-profit accused of supporting terrorism.

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The CDC has a new plan to improve the health of rural Americans, updated data could better prepare folks for flash floods like those that devastated Appalachia, and Native American Tribes could play a key role in the nation's energy future.

Nia Hamm

Nia Hamm adds PNS to her freelance roster along with News 12 Network covering the New York/New Jersey tri-state area, as well as CBS News Radio. She is excited to be a part of the PNS team and provide in-depth coverage of stories that are often over-looked by traditional media outlets. Nia has nearly a decade of experience reporting, writing, producing, shooting and editing in the newsrooms of major media organizations. Her passion for media and news extends beyond the newsroom into her daily life; when she isn't working, Nia enjoys working on issues she cares deeply about as well as spending time with family and friends.


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