To the Point The brave new world of genetic engineering Hosted by Warren Olney Aug. 04, 2017 National Listen 51 min MORE Gene editing now used for agriculture and developing drugs can also prevent inherited human diseases. We hear the pros and cons of the latest breakthrough in medical science. From this Episode: Former chief of staff to testify against Netanyahu Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert landed behind bars. Now, current Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has cause for concern. His former chief of staff — American-born... 7 min How far are we from genetically-modified people? Medical researchers are a step closer to fulfilling the promise of preventing disease — not just for living individuals, but for generations to come. Scientists have... 35 min Are Republicans turning their backs on Trump? Republicans control both the White House and Congress, but party unity may be on the decline. Just yesterday, the President tweeted about the passage of sanctions against... 8 min Credits Host: Warren Olney Producers: Katie Cooper, Devan Schwartz, Gideon Brower