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As President Donald Trump’s takeover of Washington, DC law enforcement continues, some critics are questioning just how much safer it will make the streets – and whether the tactics will soon be replicated in other cities. We hear from an expert who believes there may be other motivations behind Trump’s unprecedented actions in the capital.  Guest: Trevor Gardner, Professor of Law, Washington Univ...

The “Parody Principal” remixes morning announcements. New research breaks down the amount of dance moves cockatoos have up their wings. This CNN Hero is feeding thousands with free meals that were going to be thrown out. One musician’s loss sparked a creative solution to help others facing the same thing. Plus, getting your spouse’s attention is an art form at this beloved Iowa State fair contest....

We start with the high-stakes meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. A dramatic US military show is happening in the waters around Latin America and the Caribbean. We have the latest from a hearing about DC’s police takeover lawsuit. The mayor of New Orleans has been indicted. Plus, a new survey shows Americans’ drinking habits are changing. Learn mo...

A Russia expert weighs in on how Russian President Vladimir Putin may be approaching his meeting with President Donald Trump. Attempts are being made in DC to end Trump’s police takeover. We'll tell you where Hurricane Erin is heading. Texas Republicans have called a new special session. Plus, some teachers in this state will now have to pass a controversial new test. Learn more about your ad choi...

President Donald Trump laid out why he was having today’s summit with his Russian counterpart. Washington, DC is suing the federal government over its takeover of the city's police. The Atlantic Ocean officially has its first hurricane of the season. We break down the latest economic data on mortgage rates and more. Plus, you can now give yourself a flu vaccine at home without needing a needle.  L...

Ukrainian civilians are continuing to die in Russian attacks ahead of today’s summit between the US and Russian presidents. There’s confusion in DC as federal agents prepare clearing out homeless encampments. Texas Democratic lawmakers say they’ll return to the state to end the redistricting standoff - but there’s a catch. A district judge has blocked the Trump administrations DEI guidance in scho...

We’ll tell you what to expect ahead of today’s meeting between President Donald Trump and Russia’s president. Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing backlash after appointing an “emergency police commissioner” in DC. Wildfires in Colorado have prompted the state’s governor to declare a disaster emergency. Flash flooding in India-Administered Kashmir has killed dozens of people and hundreds are missi...

SCOTUS has allowed Mississippi to enforce a law that impacts how minors use social media. We tell you why there are a mix of high hopes and skepticism around President Donald Trump’s summit tomorrow. Texas Democrats signal they’re ready to work with state Republicans again. President Trump’s crackdown on DC’s homeless population has begun. Plus, get ready for a bit more aggressive approach to high...

We start with what a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine could look like. Melania Trump is pursuing legal action against Hunter Biden. Florida is getting a second immigration deportation center. We tell you why some Los Angeles students and teachers are worried about Trump's immigration crackdowns. And, Alex Jones’ right wing conspiracy platform is going on sale. Learn more about your ad choices...

First, we break down what rising wholesale inflation means for the US economy. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold a joint media conference after tomorrow’s summit in Alaska. Israel is set to approve a controversial settlement plan in the occupied West Bank. More rural emergency rooms in the US may be run without doctors. Plus, a court case over a kids’ song has g...

FBI agents are being taken off their usual roles to help patrol the streets of Washington, DC. Humanitarian groups are uniting to demand Israel stop its “weaponization of aid.” We have an update on the man facing trial after allegedly faking his own death and fleeing to the UK. Prosecutors have cleared a Florida deputy, following a viral video of him arresting a black student. Plus, a member of Tr...

President Donald Trump wants to extend the federalization of DC’s police force, as federal law enforcement’s presence enters day four. Trump has a warning for Russia’s president if tomorrow’s meeting between the two doesn’t go well. Israel’s government says they’re in talks with countries about receiving displaced Palestinians from Gaza. A state judge has ruled on whether absent Texas Democrats ca...

President Donald Trump’s takeover of the city’s law enforcement continues to take shape. Trump gives a warning to Russia before his one-on-one meeting with Putin on Friday. Air Canada plans to shut down its operations until a deal is reached with its flight attendants. An Olympic sprinter apologizes to her boyfriend on social media after a domestic violence arrest. Plus, some of the most colorful...

President Trump and European Leaders met with Ukraine ahead of a Trump – Putin meeting in Alaska. A federal judge could shut down construction at “Alligator Alcatraz.” Zelle is getting sued for enabling widespread fraud. President Trump announces Kennedy Center honorees. Meanwhile, the UK official announce a warning against fake Labubus.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

 We’ll tell you what happened at President Donald Trump’s virtually met with Ukraine’s president and European leaders. Israel is reportedly proposing moving Palestinians in Gaza to another war-torn country. Amazon is entering the fresh food market. We’ll tell you why already paid for and working NASA satellites are facing destruction. Plus, plans are underway for cage fighting at the White House....

Washington DC’s mayor has had conflicting responses to the federal deployment of National Guard troops. The US State Department has responded to the killing of Palestinian journalists. The White House wants a review of Smithsonian museums. Parts of Texas and Tennessee are facing flood risks. Plus, we’ll tell you how the “godfather of AI” wants to save humanity from the technology. Learn more about...

City leaders have pushed back on President Donald Trump’s crime crackdown. European leaders will hold a high-stakes call with President Donald Trump on Ukraine. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has contradicted law enforcement over the shooting at the CDC's offices. We explain why Alaska is at risk of record-breaking flooding. Plus, a man accused of faking his own death is facing trial in Utah. Learn more ab...

  We begin with new details on President Donald Trump’s upcoming meeting with his Russian counterpart. The White House gave an update on the National Guard’s deployment in Washington, DC. Parents who want to vaccinate their healthy, young children against Covid-19 may face additional hurdles. The UN chief is putting Israel’s military on notice. Plus, the latest on a redistricting standoff between...

We start with a meeting between Trump administration and DC officials about the federal takeover of policing. We have new information on a deadly shooting at CDC headquarters. New comments from Trump’s pick to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics suggest changes he could potentially make. An ousted presidential couple is in legal hot water. Plus, why Elon Musk is threatening to sue Apple.   Learn m...

The Defense Secretary explains how he see federal officers operating in the nation’s capital. CNN reports from the Ukrainian region where the US is entertaining Russia’s land swap proposal. The DNC is exploring restricting “dark money” donations. Cases of Legionnaires’ disease in New York City are rising. Plus, a century-old camera company is fighting to survive. Learn more about your ad choices....

President Donald Trump has a warning for other cities, after declaring a crime emergency in Washington DC. We break down the latest Consumer Price Index report. Ukraine’s position is facing uncertainty, ahead of Friday’s meeting between Trump and Russia’s President. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing calls to step down. Plus, how the world’s biggest investment fund is reacting to Israel...

Authorities are scrambling to enact President Donald Trump’s takeover of the Washington DC’s police force. We explain why millions are set to lose out on food stamps. Two people have died after an explosion at a Pittsburgh steel plant, yesterday. Trump has announced his pick for the new head of the Bureau of Labour Statistics. Plus, we’ll tell you what we know about Taylor Swift’s new album. Learn...

We begin with the mayor of Washington, DC addressing President Donald Trump’s federal takeover decision. We’ll tell you about a deadly explosion at an industrial plant in Pennsylvania. A deadly shooting outside of a Target in Austin, Texas is under investigation. We have an update on Trump’s tariff hikes against China that were set to go into effect at midnight. Plus, a standoff between Texas Demo...

Funerals are being held for Al Jazeera journalists killed in an Israeli strike on Gaza. CNN fact checks President Donald Trump’s claims on crime in the nation’s capital. Two leading AI chip companies struck a deal that could benefit the US. We’re tracking what could be the first hurricane of the Atlantic season. Plus, how safe is your morning coffee?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

President Donald Trump has announced his plan to address crime in the nation's capital. A judge has ruled on the unsealing of evidence related to Jeffrey Epstein’s accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell. US officials are racing to finalize details on a meeting between Trump and Russia’s leader. Trump is considering a change to federal marijuana policy. Plus, AOL is hanging up on dial-up connection. Learn mo...