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Israel’s Government says no Hamas hostages will be released before Friday, with the IDF stating, “this is a complicated process.. it will take time”. Plus, actor Jamie Foxx is accused of sexual assault in a new lawsuit. And, our panel discusses the rise of alleged antisemetic and Islamophobic incidents. Also, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade is to be led by the Alabama HBCU Marching Band. For in...

Israel’s Cabinet votes to approve a hostage release deal with Hamas that would see at least 50 women and children freed, in exchange for a four-day truce in the IDF air and ground campaign in Gaza. A family member of multiple hostages joins to react to the deal, and ex-Iranan prisoner Jason Rezaian joins to discuss what release could look like for the hostages, and why he thinks "a lot of things c...

After the biggest name in A.I. is fired, then dramatically hired by Microsoft, staff at Open AI threaten to head for the exits unless Sam Altman is brought back. Plus, is the rise of A.I. in music a threat to creativity, or a new tool? Grammy-winning producer Pete Rock and Entertainment Manager Ian Schwartzman join to give their perspectives. And, a federal appeals court strikes down a key tool fo...

The Colorado judge in Trump’s 14th Amendment case rules he “engaged in an insurrection”, but keeps him on the State’s ballot. Plus, Dr. Jill Stein joins to discuss the launch of her Green Party presidential campaign, responds to ‘spoiler’ candidate criticism, and shares her views on the Israel-Hamas war. And, ‘Overtime with Bill Maher’: Maher and guests answer topical questions from HBO’s ‘Real Ti...

Botox, fake loans and lies – The House Ethics Committee finds Republican Rep. George Santos misused his campaign funds. Laura Coates looks at the damning report detailing how Santos spent donors’ money, and is joined by North Shore Leader Managing Editor Maureen Daly, who first broke the Santos scandal. Plus, Elon Musk claims an antisemetic post on X is “the actual truth”, as IBM suspends advertis...

Donald Trump files for a mistrial in the $250 million New York civil fraud case, claiming the judge is biased. Plus, a major ruling looms after closing arguments in the Trump 14th amendment trial in Colorado. And, after a co-defendant’s lawyer in the Georgia election case admits to leaking plea deal footage to the media, our panel discusses the public opinion impact of video leaks. Also tonight: G...

Smurfs, fistfights and kidney punches: GOP anger boils over. Plus, the IDF launches a “precise and targeted operation” at a Gaza hospital. And, during a chilling testimony, the man accused of attacking Paul Pelosi with a hammer blames far-right conspiracy theories for his actions. Also tonight, new details on the expected timeline for Trump’s Georgia election subversion trial, and massive crowds f...

Paul Pelosi takes the stand in trial of his accused attacker. A man looking for his wife, Nancy Pelosi, allegedly hit the 83-year-old in the head with a hammer in his own home. Our panel discusses the chilling details. Plus, Trump “Demands” for his federal election trial to be televised. And, more plea deal revelations: an ex-Trump attorney says the then president “was not going to leave” the Whit...

The FBI seizes the phones and ipad of NYC Mayor Eric Adams as part of a federal investigation into fundraising, just days after raiding the home of his top fundraiser. Plus, the Alaska Airlines pilot accused of trying to shut down the engines of a plane mid-flight while off-duty, speaks out about the bad mushroom trip he says he experienced before and during the incident. And, ‘Overtime with Bill...

Sources tell CNN that Trump’s plumber, maid, chauffeur and woodworker are among the Mar-a-Lago staff federal prosecutors may put on the witness stand in the classified documents investigations. Plus, in a blow to the Democrats, Sen. Manchin announces he won’t run for reelection, but will instead travel the country to potentially “mobilize the middle”. And, Rabbi Steve Leder joins to talk about the...

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Trump, under oath for hours today, was questioned about the value of his assets, The Trump Organization’s finances, and alleged fraud. A former Trump Organization executive joins to discuss her ex-boss’ fraud trial. Plus, Dan Alexander is a Senior Editor at Forbes. He speaks with Laura about the potential financial fallout from Trump’s fraud trial. And, two people are arrested near the Capitol bui...

Donald Trump will take the stand in New York on Monday in the civil fraud trial against the Trump Organization, potentially facing paying back millions and the loss of his business license if the judge rules against him. Plus, three college students tell Laura Coates about the growing tensions over the Israel-Hamas war on their campuses. And, an Alaska Airlines passenger joins to discuss the legal...

Jews and Muslims in the US say they’re experiencing rising bigotry and hatred as a result of the Israel-Hamas war; facing threats in synagogues and mosques, on the streets, on college campuses, and even in their own homes. Maya Berry is the Executive Director of the Arab American Institute. She speaks with Laura Coates about the FBI hate crime data that backs up an alarming increase in reported in...

Donald Trump Jr. takes the stand in The Trump Organization’s civil fraud trial in New York. Our panel discusses his defense strategy, and where he is directing the blame for any alleged fraud. Plus, Cornell University cancels Friday classes after a student is arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot Jewish students. Sofia Robinson of the Cornell Daily Sun, and Rabbi Ari Weiss join to talk about...

Israel strikes Gaza’s largest refugee camp. An IDF spokesperson defends the attack, saying a Hamas commander was the target of the strike and was hiding amongst civilians. Plus, the DOJ reports that the suspect in threats against Cornell University’s Jewish community is a junior at the School. And, Matthew Perry’s former fiancée pays tribute to the ‘complicated’ actor. Also tonight, as US official...

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects calls for a ceasefire, saying it is “Time for war” as the Israel Defense Forces ground assault on Gaza intensifies. Plus, Cornell police provide additional security for Jewish students following targeted anti-Semitic threats. And, the Trump 2024 disqualification trial kicks off in Colorado. Also, ‘Friends’ Executive Producer Kevin Bright joins to...

In a stunning end to the manhunt in Maine, the suspect in the mass shootings that killed 18-people in Lewiston on Wednesday has now been found dead with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Was he was found in an area law enforcement already searched? Had he been on the run? Did he have any help evading police for so long? Our panel discusses the many questions that still remain unanswered. L...

Entire towns remain on lockdown in Maine amid an urgent manhunt for mass shooting suspect Robert Card, after 18-people were killed in a violent rampage in Lewiston on Wednesday. Plus, the US strikes two facilities linked to Iranian-backed militias in Syria following a series of attacks on US forces in the Middle East. And, remembering the victims of the Lewiston mass shootings: Laura Coates speaks...

BREAKING NEWS: a manhunt is underway after 18 people are killed, and many more are injured, in multiple shootings in Lewiston, Maine. Police are warning residents to stay at home with the doors locked. Law enforcement officials have identified 40-year-old Robert Card as a “person of interest” in the shooting. Laura Coates speaks with members of a community gripped in fear as the search for the sho...

The House GOP pick yet another Speaker nominee just hours after Rep. Tom Emmer drops his bid. Plus, ABC News reports that Trump's former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows received immunity to testify to the Special Counsel in Trump’s federal election interference case. And, former Trump campaign lawyer Jenna Ellis reaches a plea deal in the Georgia election subversion case, delivering a tear...

Two Israeli women are released by Hamas. CNN's Alex Marquardt reports on what we know about them, and what went into securing their freedom. Daniel O’Shea is a former hostage negotiator and Navy Seal Commander. He tells Laura Coates what goes on behind the scenes in choosing particular hostages for release, and what he thinks Hamas is trying to accomplish in this case. Plus, can the GOP elect a Ho...

Two American hostages, a mother and daughter, are released by Hamas. A source tells CNN it was on “humanitarian grounds”. But what exactly does that mean, and can their experience be a road map to rescue those still held captive? Plus, former Trump lawyer Kenneth Chesebro admits he conspired with Trump, Giuliani and Trump attorney John Eastman to put forward fake electors in Georgia. And, Congress...

Trump’s former attorney Sidney Powell pleads guilty to conspiracy charges in the Georgia election subversion case, in a plea deal that gives her six-years probation, thousands in fines, and may see her testifying against the former president in future trials. Plus, did President Biden's Oval Office address land with the American people? CNN’s Tom Foreman breaks down what Americans think about spen...

First, after President Biden's 7-hour visit to the Israeli warzone on Wednesday, he will address the nation to outline America's position on the Israel conflict. And, new revelations from the US government's assessment, indicating that Israel might not be responsible for the tragic hospital blast in Gaza. Israeli defence forces claim that new video footage of the blast reveals that they were not t...