Male birth control: A new drug focuses on Vitamin A, not hormones

As negotiations to overhaul the current immigration system continue, Congressional Hispanic Caucus chair Rep. Nanette Barragan says that Hispanic lawmakers must be included in talks about the U.S.-Mexico border. And, a small trial is underway for a new form of male birth control. For years, scientists have known that a deficiency of vitamin A causes male infertility. And this new method focuses on Vitamin A instead of hormones. Annalisa Merrelli, a reporter for STAT, joins us. Then, Cuban jazz pianist Harold Lopez Nussa just wrapped up his U.S. tour. He joins us to talk about his latest album, his influences and how homesickness colors his work.

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