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The Eaton fire destroyed the home of the Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center, a congregation that has served Southern California for more than a century. Melissa Levy, the temple's executive director, talks about what was lost to the fire and how her members are faring. Then, the Supreme Court heard arguments Friday on whether the government can force TikTok to be sold or effectively banned in the U.S. because its parent company is Chinese. Slate's Mark Joseph Stern joins us. And, Congress appears close to passing the Laken Riley Act, which would compel the Department of Homeland Security to detain undocumented immigrants accused of crimes like shoplifting and give states more rights to contest certain immigration-related decisions. Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego from Arizona explains why he's voting for it.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

The Palisades Fire in Los Angeles has burned thousands of structures and forced the evacuations of thousands. Two of those evacuees are Caitlin Doran and her 175-pound tortoise Tiptoe. Doran shares her experience. And, as Jimmy Carter is honored at a state funeral in Washington, D.C., his former chief speechwriter James Fallows joins us to remember his life and legacy. Then, faith played an important role in Carter's life. Randall Balmer, professor of religion at Dartmouth College, explains its impact on the former president.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

At least two people are dead and tens of thousands are under mandatory evacuation orders as massive wildfires rage across the Los Angeles area, spread by Santa Ana Winds. NPR's Steve Futterman joins us from LA County. Have you been forced to evacuate from your home due to the wildfires? If so, we want to hear from you. Click here. Then, Florida gets a lot of rain, but climate change and breakneck development are draining the state of its water supply. Grist's Sachi Mulkey tells us more. And, to true believers, the real Dr. Martens boots aren't called Dr. Martens. They're actually called Solovair. The New York Times' Jacob Gallagher explains.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy