CNN 5 Things Trump Wants GOP to 'Nationalize' Elections, Nancy Guthrie Search, Clintons Agree to Epstein Deposition, Olympians to Watch and more
Feb 3, 2026
A roundup of a push to 'nationalize' future voting and related Georgia developments. Coverage of alleged involvement by a high-profile politician in election actions. An update on the Clintons agreeing to in-person depositions connected to Epstein. News about Elon Musk merging his companies and plans for AI-linked satellites. Highlights of women poised to make Olympic history.
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Trump Pushes To Centralize Elections
- President Trump urged the GOP to "nationalize" voting, proposing federal takeover of elections in at least 15 places to challenge state-run results.
- This seeks to upend the constitutional norm that elections are governed mainly by state and local laws and officials.
Disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s Mother
- Pima County deputies say Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, was last seen after being dropped off at home and then failed to show up for church.
- Investigators treated the house as a crime scene, believe she was taken from her bed, and are asking the public for tips with a $2,500 reward.
Clintons Agree To Testify, But Details Lacking
- Bill and Hillary Clinton agreed to appear for in-person depositions in Washington amid the House's Epstein investigation and a looming contempt vote.
- House Oversight chair James Comer says the offer lacks clarity and no dates have been provided yet.
