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Birthright Citizenship Case, Epstein Files Pathway, FIFA World Cup Matchups and more

Dec 5, 2025
Joan Biskubic, a CNN correspondent specializing in legal analysis, breaks down the Supreme Court's deliberations on birthright citizenship and its implications for the 14th Amendment. Matt Egan, a CNN business reporter, shares eye-opening insights on the latest economic data, focusing on inflation and the affordability crisis affecting consumers. The discussion also touches on the upcoming FIFA World Cup matchups, adding a dose of sports excitement to the mix.
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INSIGHT

High-Stakes Birthright Citizenship Case

  • The Supreme Court will decide whether President Trump's executive order can end century-old birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment.
  • Joan Biskubic says oral arguments likely happen in spring with a decision by end of June.
ANECDOTE

Accused DC Pipe Bomber's First Hearing

  • Brian Cole Jr. made his first court appearance and did not enter a plea after being accused of planting pipe bombs near DNC and RNC headquarters.
  • Prosecutors say he told the FBI he believed the 2020 election was stolen and faces detention hearing on December 15.
INSIGHT

Epstein Files Poised For Public Release

  • A federal judge in Florida ordered grand jury transcripts and other Epstein investigation records unsealed.
  • This follows a new law signed by President Trump and earlier DOJ requests to unseal related materials in New York.
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