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Former President Donald Trump said on Thursday he has been indicted in the classified documents investigation. For our weekly politics State of Play, we hear more about the indictment, plus take a look at the Supreme Court ruling that delivered a victory to Black voters in Alabama. Plus, an El Niño announcement spells bad news for weather. And, what to read this summer. Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols and Andrew Freedman; WBEZ's Greta Johnsen. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: TRUMP SAYS HE'S BEEN INDICTED IN CLASSIFIED DOCS PROBE Supreme Court rules in favor of minority voters and Voting Rights Act El Niño officially develops amid record weather extremes: NOAA Nerdette Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The eastern U.S. has been blanketed in smoke from Canadian wildfires over the past few days. It’s gotten so bad that many places, like New York City, broke air quality records. We have what you need to know. Plus, preparing for student loans to come back this summer. Guests: Axios' Javier David and Jacob Knutson, The Washington Post’s Danielle Douglas-Gabriel. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: Smoke from Canadian wildfires leads to record poor air quality in East U.S. How to protect yourself from wildfire smoke The student loan payment pause will end soon. Here’s what to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This year, GLAAD reported there are 596 LGBTQ regular and recurring characters across broadcast, cable and streaming shows -- 32 are trans. For Pride month we’re looking at trans visibility in TV and film today, and how we got here. Plus, destruction in Ukraine at a critical time in the war. And, Saudi influence now looms large over professional golf. Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler and Jeff Tracy, Bentley University's Dr. Traci Abbott. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: Destruction of key dam in Ukraine causes flooding, raises nuclear risks GLAAD’s 27th annual Where We Are on TV Report Golf tour rivals PGA and Saudi-backed LIV agree to surprise merger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Allstate recently joined State Farm as another major insurer to no longer accept new applications for California property insurance. Concerns are now growing around the country about the viability of the industry. Plus, the disconnect between workers and employers on menopause. And, how do you approach summer reading? Guests: Axios' Andrew Freedman and Emily Peck. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: Uninsurable America: Climate change hits the insurance industry The menopause gap at work Maven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's another big week for the 2024 presidential elections, with at least three Republican candidates expected to throw their hats into the ring. Plus, hundreds die in a train crash in India. Also, new leadership across journalism. And, a new message of hope heads to the cosmos. Guests: Axios' Alex Thompson and Sara Fischer. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Margaret Talev, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: Signal error likely caused deadly train crash in India, officials say Chuck Todd to leave NBC's "Meet the Press" in September NASA message in a bottle Sign Your Name to Europa Clipper's Message in a Bottle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's wedding season and small pandemic weddings are in the rear-view mirror, replaced by splashy, pricey affairs. Plus, the Senate passes the debt limit bill. What does the deal say about future fights in Washington? And, do you get support from your employer when it comes to menopause? Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols and Erica Pandey. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: After debt ceiling vote, McCarthy takes a victory lap The era of over-the-top weddings The menopause gap at work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pride month is here and chances are if you are out shopping you will see Pride decorated clothing, food, home decor and more. This, of course, is not new. But, these corporate Pride tie-ins are under more scrutiny. Plus, using Apple AirTags to track car thieves. And, what makes this NBA finals matchup so special. Guests: Axios' Nathan Bomey, Russell Contreras and Jeff Tracy. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: Corporate America's commitment to Pride Month under scrutiny AirTags track car thieves — but you don't have to Heat, Panthers can make history with title wins House passes bill to raise debt ceiling into 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sick workers contribute to 40% of foodborne illness outbreaks at restaurants and food chains in the U.S., according to new data from the CDC, and some experts say corporate policies around employee health need to change. 30 years since E. coli came into the public consciousness, have things improved? Plus, Moscow is the target of a major drone attack. Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler, and Northeastern University's Dr. Darin Detwiler. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: Sick workers tied to 40% of restaurant food poisoning outbreaks, CDC says CDC report Moscow targeted in major drone attack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy reached a debt ceiling deal over the weekend. Now, its up to Congress to vote for the bill and avoid a catastrophic default. Plus, a backlog of migrants builds on the Mexican side of the Southern border. And, Turkish President Erdoğan secures five more years in power. Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols and Stef Kight. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Margaret Talev, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: Inside Biden’s relentless soft-sell on the debt ceiling bill Turkey's President Erdoğan wins re-election Mexico's border crisis: What the U.S. doesn't see "The Little Mermaid" makes a splash at Memorial Day weekend box office Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are getting closer to June 1, the date Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns the U.S. will run out of money to pay its bills. And there’s still no clear resolution in sight. What does the risk of a default mean for the U.S. government’s credit rating...and reputation? Plus, how working mothers in the U.S. defied expectations. And, the not-so-sweet news about artificial sweeteners. Guests: Axios' Matt Phillips and Carly Mallenbaum. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: What the credit rating agencies are saying about the U.S. Sorry, stevia: Artificial sweeteners get more bad PR Return of working moms defies pandemic expectations Soon, you can customize your ketchup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis launched his 2024 presidential campaign via Twitter Spaces on Wednesday evening. Elon Musk's event was plagued by technical glitches and delays. Plus, how a government app is affecting the war in Ukraine. Remembering George Floyd on the 3rd anniversary of his murder. And, the world says goodbye to Tina Turner. Guests: Axios' Alex Thompson and Dave Lawler, journalist Robert Samuels. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Ron DeSantis declares 2024 candidacy in glitchy Twitter Spaces event Trump campaign ad takes aim at DeSantis after governor enters 2024 race His Name is George Floyd co-author Robert Samuels Tina Turner, Magnetic Singer of Explosive Power, Is Dead at 83 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been one year since 19 children and two teachers were killed in a mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. In the lead-up to the anniversary, community members have been seeking mental health help. Plus, LA's controversial plan to protect bus riders from the heat. Guests: Axios' Madalyn Mendoza and journalist Sam Bloch. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Mental health help on standby for Uvalde a year after shooting Remembering Uvalde children's joy one year after shooting Meet “La Sombrita,” the Shade Structure That Only Attracts More Heat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NAACP issued a formal travel advisory for Florida, warning people against going there, alongside the LGBTQ advocacy group, Equality Florida. A number of Pride events across the state have also been canceled. Plus, Americans are flocking to stable, patriotic brands. And, a deal to dramatically cut water usage from the Colorado River. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Sara Fischer; and The Washington Post's Hannah Sampson. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Florida Pride organizers cancel events, warn of "climate of fear" 3 states agree to historic Colorado River water cuts EU fines Meta $1.3 billion for sending European user data to U.S. Axios Harris Poll 100: Year of the tarnished titans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The next debt ceiling meeting between President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is set for Monday afternoon. But there’s another possible constitutional option that some Democrats are pushing for: using the 14th Amendment. Plus, passport delays may derail summer travel. And, a $29 hot dog in Manhattan is the new symbol for food inflation. Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols, Kelly Tyko and Jennifer Kingson. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Biden teases 14th Amendment "authority" on debt ceiling Passport application delays could derail summer travel Behold, the $29 hot dog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One potential use of AI is to help individuals who are lonely or isolated, but as Axios' Chief Technology Correspondent Ina Fried explains, there are perils to beware, too. Plus, Americans say guns are a top threat to public health. And, Montana signs the first statewide ban of TikTok. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Ina Fried. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Axios-Ipsos poll: Gun violence soars as public health concern AI's loneliness crisis Montana first U.S. state to ban TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Latinos remain the country’s youngest and fastest-growing demographic and the next president will need to appeal to these voters. Especially Democrats, who’ve been losing ground to Republicans. Plus, the challenges of caretaking. And, the new Zelda game smashes records. Guests: Axios' Sophia Cai, Stephen Totilo and NBC’s Richard Lui. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Inside Biden's plan to win back Latino voters Nintendo's Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom sells 10 million copies in 3 days Unconditional movie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The CEO of OpenAi, which is the company that makes ChatGPT, testified before the Senate Judiciary committee on Tuesday. CEO Sam Altman asked the committee about oversight for generative AI. Plus, a new report says abortion bans lead to life-threatening complications. And, the latest in the debt ceiling negotiations. Guests: Axios' Ashley Gold, Oriana González and Hans Nichols. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: OpenAI CEO in "historic" move calls for regulation before Congress Report: Abortion bans led to life-threatening health complications Biden shortening overseas trip ahead of debt ceiling deadline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The COVID-19 public health emergency is officially over, but masking in health care settings like hospitals is still a topic of debate. Plus, how the IRS could soon disrupt the tax preparation industry. And, China sentences a U.S. citizen to life in prison for espionage. Guests: Axios' Tina Reed and Han Chen; and The Washington Post's Jacob Bogage. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Industry debates continued masking in health care settings IRS tests free e-filing system that could compete with tax prep giants China sentences elderly U.S. citizen to life in prison on spying charges Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Turkish presidential elections look to be headed to a runoff. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and opposition leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu didn’t reach the majority of votes needed for Sunday's election. Plus, planning for the next COVID-level shock to the economy. Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler and Felix Salmon. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Turkey election: Erdoğan leads but runoff likely Felix Salmon on what he got wrong about the COVID economy The Phoenix Economy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The political fight over the debt ceiling continues to grow, as we approach a cliff that Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says will come at the start of June. Meanwhile, lies were a central theme in politics this week. Axios' Hans Nichols explains in our weekly politics State of Play. Plus, the FDA lifts a longtime restriction on blood donations. And, Netflix says it will put billions into more Korean content. Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols; University of California, Irvine's Kyung Hyun Kim; and LAist's Vivian Yoon. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: White House debt ceiling meeting postponed FDA formally loosens blood donor restrictions on gay, bisexual men California Love: K-Pop Dreaming - Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices