Texas Standard For April 5, 2018
President Trump orders troops to the border. Governor Abbott says he welcomes the move, but what about residents on the front lines? We’ll explore. And: The clock is ticking on a new NAFTA deal. With just days to go, where do things stand? We’ll find out. Also: Farmers and ranchers get a reprieve from EPA rules. But not everyone’s breathing easier – notably, environmental groups concerned about air quality. Plus: Despite huge advances in high tech, why is it no one’s come up with a cure for the common conference call? The digital savant checks in. And: Our weekend trip trip, and planning a family camping trip at one of Texas’ military bases. Those stories and so much more, today on the Texas Standard:
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Executive Producer Rhonda Fanning fields calls from her desk.
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