Edición Semanaria (Weekly Edition)

Can Mexico and the U.S. Avoid a Tariff War?  High-level negotiations between Mexico and the United States to avoid a tariff war harmful to both countries, but especially to U.S. consumers, are continuing at full steam. After apparent confusion over whether the 25 percent tariff pause would be extended for another month, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she hopes diplomacy will prevail. Citlali Saenz reports from Mexico City on this standoff.

 

Latino Communities Reject Toxic Debris from L.A. Fires – Authorities from four Latino cities in Los Angeles County have spoken out against the dumping of toxic debris from the catastrophic Los Angeles fires in a landfill near their communities. Despite federal authorities’ assurances that they have taken every precaution to minimize the environmental impact, residents still have many doubts. Alejandro Maciel reports from Duarte, one of the affected cities. 

 

Línea Abierta, National Spanish-language Radio Forum, Celebrates its Third Decade – This week, Línea Abierta, the first and only news/talk program in Spanish in the nation’s public radio marked its 30th anniversary. A hallmark of the program has been call-in conversations on issues affecting listeners both in times of crisis and times of celebration. Presidents, authors, and advocates for Latino well-being and dignity have passed through the studios of Línea Abierta at Radio Bilingüe. Marco Vinicio Gonzalez showcases highlights of this trailblazing Latino radio service in the United States.