California Moms Challenge Vaccine Law, Judge Blocks Birth Control Religious Exemption, D.C. Crime Data Manipulation

Top headlines for Friday, August 15, 2025

In this episode, we look at how four California mothers are intensifying their fight against a 2016 law that removes religious exemptions for school vaccinations. Next, we explore a new court ruling blocking a Trump policy that allowed employers to opt-out of providing birth control coverage on religious grounds. Finally, we break down the federal takeover of Washington, D.C., uncovering key points and controversial allegations of manipulated crime data.

00:11 California moms continue legal fight for religious exemptions
01:08 Judge blocks Trump religious exemption to contraception mandate
01:57 Jets QB Justin Fields says he's 'addicted' to reading the Bible
02:58 Trafficking survivor continues fight against Nevada brothels
03:52 5 things to know about the federal takeover of DC
04:33 Circuit court upholds Arkansas’ ban on trans surgeries for kids
05:21 Anne Wilson raises over $100K for Kentucky Tornado relief

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