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Hey, it's Robin Hilton from NPR Music. Many years ago, I helped start the Tiny Desk Concert Series. And right now, NPR is looking for the next great, undiscovered musician to perform behind the famous desk. Think you've got what it takes? Submit a video of you playing an original song to the Tiny Desk Contest by February 10th. Find out more and see the official rules at npr.org slash tiny desk contest. Live from NPR News, I'm Dale Willman. President Donald Trump signed an order today that will impose stiff tariffs on

imports from Mexico, China and Canada. The tariffs begin on Tuesday. In response, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says his country will put matching 25% tariffs on some US imports. At a news conference Trudeau said the U.S. tariffs will have real consequences for Americans. Tariffs against Canada will put your jobs at risk, potentially shutting down American auto assembly plants and other manufacturing facilities. They will raise costs for you, including food at the grocery stores and gas at the pump. The director of the country's Consumer Financial Watchdog has been fired by President Trump

as NPR's Laura Wamsley reports. Rohit Chopra lasted longer, the role than many observers had expected. Rohit Chopra had led the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau since 2021 after being nominated by President Biden. The role is a five-year term, but the president can fire the director at will. The Consumer Bankers Association, which represents retail banks, had been calling for Chopra's removal, complaining of over-regulation. Chopra said in a statement that the Watchdog agency's work is especially critical now, quote, with so much power concentrated in the hands of a few. After news of his ouster, consumer groups praised Chopra's many wins

on behalf of consumers, including limiting overdraft fees, capping credit card late fees, and banning medical debt from appearing on credit reports. Trump has not yet named his choice to lead the Bureau. Laurel Wamsley and PR News Washington. CBS says it will turn over an unedited transcript of its October interview with Kamala Harris to the Federal Communications Commission. President Donald Trump had sued the network over the interview claiming it was deceptively edited to make Harris look good. The network says it's being compelled by the FCC to turn over the work materials. Most news agencies resist such requests as an intrusion to the

editorial process. Officials in Philadelphia have confirmed that seven people were killed in last night's plane crash and at least 19 people were injured, but they say it could be days or more before the full scope of the tragedy is known. For Member Station WHYY, Emily Neal. Emergency responders are continuing to assess damage and clean up debris in Northeast Philadelphia, less than 24 hours after a medical jet crashed a minute after takeoff in the heavily populated neighborhood. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro says local, state, and federal authorities are working together to provide resources.

Our neighborhood has expanded over the last several hours, northeast Philly to the entire city of Philadelphia, to the entire Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and of course to our neighbors all across the world. The six passengers aboard the plane were all Mexican nationals. A person on the ground was also killed. For NPR News, I'm Emily Neal in Philadelphia. And you're listening to NPR News. U.S. forces conducted airstrikes against Islamic State operatives in Somalia on Saturday morning. Defense Secretary Pete Hegsas says the strikes were coordinated with the Somali government.

An initial assessment by the Pentagon indicates that a number of operatives were killed and no civilians harmed. The Grammy Awards take place in Los Angeles on Sunday. As NPR's Sydney Madden reports, Beyoncé leads this year with 11 nominations. Beyoncé's latest album, Cowboy Carter, is recognized in country, Americana, and pop categories. Newcomers Chappell Rowan, Sabrina Carpenter, Benson Boone, and Dochi all enjoyed breakout moments this year and are up for the category of best new artist.

Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter are also each nominated in some of the night's major categories, including record, song, and album of the year. And speaking of album of the year, it's arguably the most coveted title of the night, and this will be one to watch for sure. It's between albums by Beyoncé, Carpenter, and Rhone, along with Charlie XCX, Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, Jacob Collier, and Andre 3000. The 67th annual Grammy Awards are set to air live on CBS February 2nd. Sydney Madden, NPR News. A. Lim Kim holds a three-stroke lead going into the final round of the LPGA

Golf Tournament of Champions underway right now in Orlando. She finished today's round with a 5 under 67 after making an eagle on the 9th hole. The 29 year old from South Korea is hoping to win her third LPGA Tour title. Lynn Grant is in second while Lydia Lowe and Nellie Korda are tied for third at four strokes back. I'm Dale Willman, NPR News. The indicator for Plano Money is diving into the world of batteries. back. I'm Dale Willman, NPR News.