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CNN 5 Things

9 AM ET: Hot debate issues, Julian Assange home, Michael Phelps testimony & more

Jun 26, 2024
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is back in Australia. Discussion covers political debate strategies, severe flooding in the Midwest, NATO appointment, and Michael Phelps' criticism of the World Anti-Doping Agency.
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Quick takeaways

  • Debate topics for Biden and Trump include economy, crime, and abortion.
  • Julian Assange secures plea deal to go back to Australia as free man.

Deep dives

Presidential Debate Preview: Biden vs. Trump

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are gearing up for a head-to-head debate on issues like the economy, crime, and inflation — where polls suggest Trump holds an advantage. Biden is expected to focus on abortion, a key issue he has championed in his campaign. Meanwhile, a volunteer from an abortion clinic shares her perspective on voting dynamics and expectations from the debate.

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