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Midday News: New York Lawmakers Push to Block Musk’s X Money App, Knicks Aim for 2–0 Playoff Lead Against the Celtics, Bronx Students Face Press Freedom Dilemma

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Episode • May 7 • 10m
Two Manhattan lawmakers say New York should deny a money transmitter license to X, Elon Musk’s platform formerly known as Twitter. Musk is seeking approval in all 50 states to launch X Money, a service that would compete with apps like Venmo. Meanwhile, the Knicks are looking to take a 2–0 lead over the Boston Celtics in the NBA semifinals on Wednesday night. Plus, a group of Bronx student journalists is facing tough questions about press freedom, personal safety, and how their work lives online. We hear from their advisor Debbi Porterfield and student editor Cesar Jimenez.

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