CNN 5 Things Putin-Zelensky meeting, tariff rebate checks, Hurricane Erin forecast & more
Aug 19, 2025
Tensions rise as discussions emerge about a potential meeting between Putin and Zelensky, aimed at easing conflict. Meanwhile, upcoming releases of Jeffrey Epstein case files promise to shed light on past controversies. Concerns grow as the Trump administration dismisses tariff rebate checks amidst surging import prices. Hurricane Erin is also making waves along the East Coast, creating urgency for residents. In Texas, a lawmaker's dramatic protest highlights ongoing political clashes over congressional maps.
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Putin-Zelensky Meeting Plans
- The White House says Putin promised talks with Zelensky and leaders see a bilateral meeting as a first step toward peace.
- Press Secretary Caroline Levitt said Trump ruled out sending troops but left other military options on the table.
Epstein Files To Be Public After Redactions
- The House Oversight Committee plans to release subpoenaed Jeffrey Epstein files after redacting victims' identities.
- The committee will coordinate with the Justice Department to avoid harming ongoing investigations.
Tariff Rebates Face Skepticism
- Treasury Secretary Scott Besson dismissed proposals to use tariff revenue for rebate checks, citing focus on debt reduction.
- The US collected about $100 billion in tariff revenue since April, but tariffs also raised consumer prices on many imports.