Topics discussed in the podcast include a Russian strike in Chernihiv, Trump jury selection, Arizona abortion law, Indonesia volcano eruption, and more. Other interesting topics include impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary, illegal arsenic levels in a Mexican city's drinking water, and an escaped circus elephant in Montana.
Ukraine lacks international support in response to Russian strikes, emphasizing the need for urgent aid and better defenses.
Jury selection in Trump's trial progresses with diverse jurors, highlighting the significance of legal proceedings against the former president.
Deep dives
Russian Strike in Northern Ukraine
A Russian strike in Chernihyev resulted in at least 18 casualties, devastating an eight-story building and a hospital, further exacerbating the ongoing conflict. Ukrainian officials highlighted the lack of international support and discussed the upcoming high-stakes vote in the House for aid. The incident underscores the urgency for increased assistance amid escalating tensions in the region and the pressing need for better defenses against such attacks.
Trump's New York Trial and Jury Selection
Jury selection in Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York continued, with seven jurors already selected, including an oncology nurse and two lawyers. The trial is progressing towards opening statements with the need for more jurors. The process continues, set against the backdrop of the high-profile trial unfolding in New York, signaling a significant step in the legal proceedings against the former president.