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The Source with Kaitlan Collins

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Dec 7, 2023 • 2min

The Source update for December 6, 2023

There is no new episode of The Source showcast, but we’ll be back in your feed soon. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio. Thanks for listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 6, 2023 • 46min

Re-election admission, special counsel plan, Sen. Tuberville folds

Straight from the source: a candid admission from President Biden about his re-election campaign saying, “If Donald Trump wasn't running, I’m not sure I would be”. Plus, the case against Trump revealed - the special counsel plans to use the former president's continued embrace of January 6 rioters against him at trial. And, hundreds of military promotions stopped by Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville over service members being allowed to travel out of State to access to abortion services if they are outlawed in the state they are serving in, are now going forward after a 10-month blockade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 5, 2023 • 44min

Trump tries to rebut claims he’s a threat to democracy

Amid dire new warnings about a second-term of Trump six-weeks out from the first votes of 2024, the former president tries to defend against being called a threat to democracy by accusing Biden of the same thing. CNN Political Analyst Maggie Haberman joins to discuss reporting from the New York Times claiming Trump would be backed in a second term by a well-funded outside infrastructure. Plus, the candidates you can expect to see on the debate stage for the fourth Republican presidential debate. And, George Santos already has a new gig, days after being ousted from Congress. He’s now making personalized videos for anyone who is willing to cough up the cash, labeling himself an icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 2, 2023 • 45min

George Santos expelled, Trump denied immunity, airstrikes resume on Gaza

Congressman George Santos expelled over ethics violations. Judge's ruling denies Trump immunity in federal election interference case. Israel resumes airstrikes in Gaza, affecting civilians. Discussion on Santos' scandals and bipartisan agreement. Analysis of Trump's legal challenges and trial delays. Living conditions in Gaza and intelligence failure. Importance of vaccination for respiratory illnesses.
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Dec 1, 2023 • 45min

NYT: Israel obtained Hamas’ attack plan more than a year ago

A new report from the New York Times claims Israel knew the plan for the Hamas attack more than a year before it happened, but dismissed it as aspirational, and ignored specific warnings. Plus, hours from a critical deadline - will Israel and Hamas extend their truce another day? And, indicted Congressman George Santos could be out of a job in just hours from now. He's threatening to take down his own colleagues if expelled from the House. Also, racism, hazing and sexual assault: what top ranking military officials have been concealing from the public for years. The Source exposes a Coast Guard cover-up. For information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 30, 2023 • 45min

Henry Kissinger dies at age 100

Former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger has died at age 100, according to his consulting firm Kissinger Associates. The Source looks at the legacy of the only person to have served as the National Security Advisor and Secretary of State at the same time. Plus, the fragile truce between Israel and Hamas could potentially come to an end in just three hours. Right now, there's a real possibility that it may not be extended. And, an 84-year-old hostage, freed by Hamas, provides new details about her time held inside Gaza.For information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 29, 2023 • 44min

Hamas releases 12 more hostages amid talks to extend truce

Following today’s fifth release of hostages, Israel now has the list of the sixth group, expected to be released tomorrow. The major question that still stands is what happens on night seven when this truce is set to expire? CIA Director William Burns was in Qatar today, reportedly pushing for an expanded hostage deal that would include men, and potentially IDF soldiers. Plus, USAID Administrator Samantha Power joins to talk about the first US aid delivery to Gaza. And, former President Jimmy Carter makes a rare public appearance to attend a memorial service for his beloved wife Rosalynn, where their daughter Amy shares a letter her father wrote to her mother, in an emotional tribute.For information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 28, 2023 • 44min

11 more Hamas hostages released as truce extended

Kaitlan Collins is live on the ground in Tel Aviv, where a fourth group of hostages has been released during an extended Israel-Hamas truce. All are non-American dual citizens, and 9 of the 11 freed today are children. Plus, a relative of a hostage released last week shares what she now knows about life inside Hamas captivity. And, the suspect in the shooting of 3 Palestinian students in Vermont says he was “waiting” for agents to arrest him. Also, Jimmy Carter, the Bidens, and all living former first ladies are expected at Rosalynn Carter’s memorial service tomorrow.For information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 25, 2023 • 2h 9min

24 Israeli hostages released on first day of truce

Hamas releases 24 civilian hostages on day one of its truce with Israel. They are now reunited with their families and are receiving medical treatment in Israeli hospitals. What we know about those released so far. Plus, Kaitlan speaks with families of those still held captive by Hamas. And, the Israel Prison Service says 39 Palestinian prisoners have been released as part of the deal with Hamas. Also, Hezbollah launches attacks on an Israeli military base; the IDF responds with strikes.For information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 24, 2023 • 2h 8min

Soon: Israel-Hamas brief truce to begin in hostage deal

Kaitlan Collins is live in Israel for a special edition of The Source. A temporary truce is slated to begin in just hours between Israel and Hamas, as desperate families on both sides of the Gaza border wait for their loved ones to be returned. Hamas has agreed to release at least 13 hostages on the first day in exchange for 39 Palestinian prisoners. Plus, former Trump National Security Adviser John Bolton explains why he thinks it’s a bad deal for Israel. And, the family of a female hostage speaks out. Also tonight: Gazans plead for help as strikes continue ahead of the truce.For information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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