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President Donald Trump has made himself front and center at the GOP’s first ever midterm ‘convention’ in Texas this week. However, some prominent Republicans and candidates in tight races are skipping the event amid high costs and fear Trump’s unpopularity could weigh down their campaigns. We break down Trump’s message, his promise to pay American adults $5,000 if Republicans win the midterms, and...

Trump promises $5,000 checks if GOP wins, but no details on how to pay for it, Cockpit voice recorders show pilot warned of excessive speed before deadly cargo plane crash, Search and rescue operation after Philippine ferry fire, Foldable iPhone debut, American cowboys compete in World Nomad Games.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump is expected to give the keynote speech tonight in the first-ever GOP midterm convention in Dallas. A former Anthropic researcher is warning of an AI apocalypse. This summer is one for the record books. A massive disruption at UK airports has left thousands of passengers stranded. Plus, everything you need to know about Apple’s first foldable iPhone. Learn more about your ad...

With less than two months until Election Day, new CNN polling is revealing where voters stand in critical Senate races in Michigan and Maine. We break down the numbers with someone who helped put the questions together.  ---  Guest: Jennifer Agiesta, CNN Politics Polling Director  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn mo...

The U.S. military destroys 5 Iranian tankers, Clancy jurors speak out, NYC releases 170,000 records about air quality after 9/11, Financial Disclosures show 3 of Trump's aides received a $45K cash gift, and Girl Scouts announce allergen-friendly cookies, plus a treat for your dog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Police have revealed the names of the five people who were killed in Sunday’s deadly plane crash in Miami. New York Mayor Zorhan Mamdani released new documents showing city officials misled the public about the air quality around Ground Zero. Lindsay Clancy’s attorney expressed he’s open to negotiating a plea deal for his client. One college football conference is appealing the results of a game,...

With the midterm elections less than two months away, the key races and issues are taking shape. Let’s break down which are worth following and what they can tell us about the national mood. ---  Guest: David Chalian, CNN Political Director/Washington Bureau Chief  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

Flight recorders recovered after fatal cargo plane crash in Miami, Mom charged with killing 2-year-old son, Canada's new tariffs on US goods take effect, Hunter Biden launches memecoin and a sneak peek at George Lucas' new museum in LA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re closing out the summer on a high note! We asked you to let us know what you think the song of the summer is, and it turns out, the classics can still compete with this year’s biggest hits. CNN contributor and “Engagement Party” co-host Ari Shapiro traces how the song of the summer became a cultural phenomenon – and why today’s mix of country, rap, pop and throwbacks may mean our musical tast...

Multiple counties and cities in Florida have opted to remove license plate readers, including Flock cameras, following an order from the state's Department of Transportation banning them from state roadways. It comes amid nationwide, bipartisan backlash to the technology, which has resulted in some cases of vandalism. We hear from a sheriff about why he thinks criminals are cheering his move to re...

Families with children with disabilities can have a lot to consider when traveling – this nonprofit is helping make it easier. Meet a Revolutionary War witness that’s still standing hundreds of years later. And after decades of trying to clean up the Bronx River, conservationists just got a pretty adorable sign that it’s paying off. One barber is easing the cost of back-to-school season by giving...

A Massachusetts judge has declared a mistrial in Lindsay Clancy’s triple-murder case. President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to the Federal Reserve over interest rates – we’ll tell you what’s at stake. Hawaii is bracing for its third storm in less than a month. Russia’s latest drone strike is highlighting Ukraine’s strained air defense system. Plus, the White...

We got a stronger than expected jobs report this morning – but Americans are still contending with sky-high gas prices. The first midterm mail-in ballots went out today with a USPS overhaul hanging in the balance at the Supreme Court. Argentina’s president is reviving a decades-old dispute with the UK. And one of college football’s top conferences has sued one of its premier schools – we'll explai...

More, miraculous rescues in Nepal. The judge to question a juror in the Clancy trial. New DC renovation plans. Plus, awards for strange science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President JD Vance talked gas prices, the US-Iran conflict, and AI data centers during the first White House briefing in more than 40 days. The Justice Department made its first on-duty charge against an ICE officer during the nationwide immigration crackdown. The White House slammed a federal judge’s ruling against President Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship policy. Bonds are giving the...

We look back on the life and legacy of trailblazing feminist icon Gloria Steinem. As the war with Iran continues, the crew of a US aircraft carrier gets some much-needed rest and relaxation. Parts of eastern Texas continue to be drenched with rain from Tropical Storm Edouard. Police say a deadly shooting outside a gay bar in Tucson, Arizona targeted the LGBTQ community. And an NBA team gets a huge...

At least two people are dead after a Minneapolis mass shooting. The judge orders the deadlocked Clancy jury to continue deliberating. NYC schools ban AI. Plus, it's still state fair season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The US inked new energy deals with Venezuela, but critics are sounding the alarm. Search and rescue crews are racing to find missing workers in Nepal’s mud-filled tunnels. The jury in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial wraps up another day of deliberations without a verdict. The Kennedy Center is losing another notable piece of its identity. Plus, Ariana Grande closes out her tour with an emotional far...

American sailors on a historic deployment at sea in the Middle East made their first port visit today. Parts of Texas are reeling from a tropical storm system’s torrential downpour. We have details on Tiger Woods’ plea deal in his DUI case. It was a big primary night for Democratic incumbents in Massachusetts. Plus, why a navigation app from the 90s is having a massive moment. Learn more about you...

Election officials raise alarm bells about mail-in ballot changes.  The US military launches a new series of attacks as Iran retaliates. A judge rules that the trial for Charlie Kirk's accused killer can go to trial.  Plus, Miley drops her last name and announces a new album and concerts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The US launches new strikes against Iran as the war escalates. A tropical storm is drenching the Texas-Louisiana border after making landfall. The jury in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial went home early today after hours of deliberating. The suspect in Charlie Kirk’s shooting is back in court for a key hearing. Plus, we’ll tell you when ICE agents will be equipped with body cameras. Learn more about...

As the Trump administration prepares a push to investigate supposed voter fraud, a whistleblower is outlining a “sh*t show” at the US Postal Service. A global bond selloff is sparking financial fears. A Democratic Senate Primary in Massachusetts is highlighting a generational divide. A report finds nearly 1 in 3 women aged 21 to 29 have never received a cerv...

Duane Davis has been convicted of Tupac Shakur’s murder.  Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns amid friction with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The death toll tops 1,000 in Nepal as crews dig for flooding survivors.  The Supreme Court clears way for President Trump’s ballroom construction.  Plus, Dolly Parton fans continue her legacy of kindness. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

President Donald Trump secured a major victory for one of his controversial DC makeover projects. The weather could get in the way of search and rescue efforts at the Grand Canyon National Park after deadly flash flooding. We’ll tell you about the first person to get a lifetime ban from Kalshi. Trump is targeting a news host over a TV segment he didn’t like. It’s the end of an era for an...

CNN speaks exclusively with the parents of a 5-year-old girl who was miraculously rescued from the rubble in Nepal. A new letter to top finance ministers warns of the risks AI poses to the global financial network. A tropical storm or depression is likely to form in the Gulf of Mexico today. A US Army veteran is pardoned for crimes that led him to self-deport to South Korea. And one of the greates...