Behind the Headlines: Utah representatives react to Trump’s racist tweets
(Carolyn Kaster | AP Photo) President Donald Trump calls to the media as he waits to greet Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as he arrives at the White House in Washington, Thursday, July 18, 2019.
Utah’s representatives in Washington respond to racist remarks made by president Trump on Twitter. Utah Sen. Mike Lee votes against extending funding to compensate victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks. And the homeless population living in Salt Lake City is still largely uninformed about what changes to services will happen when the Road Home closes and three new shelters open.
At 9 a.m. on Friday, Salt Lake Tribune reporters Thomas Burr and Bethany Rodgers, and columnist George Pyle join KCPW’s Roger McDonough to talk about the week’s top stories. Every Friday at 9 a.m., stream “Behind the Headlines” at kcpw.org, or tune in to KCPW 88.3 FM or Utah Public Radio for the broadcast. Join the live conversation by calling (801) 355-TALK.
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