Matt Rivers

Catherine Falders, ABC News managing editor, dives into the political dynamics behind the House vote to release the Jeffrey Epstein files. She highlights tensions among Republicans regarding this move. Matt Rivers, reporting from Trinidad and Tobago, discusses U.S. military activity near Venezuela and the implications for regime pressure. Alex Mallon provides insights on troubling legal developments in the indictment of James Comey, revealing possible prosecutorial misconduct that could undermine the case.

Ali Pakorin, a Capitol Hill reporter, breaks down the urgency of the Senate's plans to vote on enhanced ACA subsidies and the risks millions face amid political gridlock. Matt Rivers, a Latin America correspondent, discusses the recent U.S. seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker and its implications for sanctions and Venezuela's economy. Elizabeth Schulze, an economics reporter, analyzes the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates while weighing the delicate balance between inflation control and employment concerns. Tune in for these compelling insights!

Guests Luis Martinez, ABC News Pentagon reporter, and Matt Rivers, Latin America reporter, dive into the U.S. military's daring strikes on Caracas and the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Martinez details the tactical maneuvers, the elite forces involved, and the rapid extraction process. Rivers provides context, discussing the geopolitical implications and the uncertainty over who now leads Venezuela. They also debate whether this operation is a regime change or a law enforcement action, raising questions about future U.S. involvement in the country.

Martha Raddatz, ABC News chief global affairs correspondent, breaks down the dramatic U.S. raid leading to Nicolas Maduro's extraction. She discusses the operational details and geopolitical ramifications of the incident. Matt Rivers, reporting from Bogota, shares mixed Venezuelan reactions to Maduro's removal and the implications of U.S. involvement. Together, they explore what 'running' Venezuela means in this complex scenario, revealing the ongoing strategies and sentiments from both sides of the conflict.

Matt Rivers, a senior correspondent for ABC News, dives into the tragic shooting at Kentucky State University, discussing the impact on students just before finals. He reveals details about the alleged motive and the immediate aftermath. Additionally, there’s an intriguing report on the release of body camera footage showing police confrontations involving alleged killer Luigi Mangione. The podcast also covers a small plane crash on I-95 that narrowly avoided a greater disaster, alongside other significant national stories.