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Former attorney Alex Murdaugh denied new murder trial, US soldiers identified after drone attack, Israel accuses UN aid workers of involvement in Hamas attack, man sentenced for leaking Trump's tax records, Russian figure skater banned for doping, Super Bowl tickets breaking records.

UN funding loss for Palestinian refugees, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's return, court clerk's influence on murder conviction, Smartmatic's defamation lawsuit, and attempted vandalism of the Mona Lisa painting in Paris.

E. Jean Carroll, former President Donald Trump's accuser, shares her experience of seeing him in court. President Biden under pressure to retaliate over a strike in Jordan. Senate lawmakers reach a compromise over border policy. Tax season starts in the US. Senator Warren wants the Fed to cut interest rates. Carroll discusses the trial where Trump was ordered to pay her over $83 million.

US vows response to deadly drone strike in Jordan; Stalled negotiations between Israel and Hamas; Potential 2024 presidential contender emerges; Hearing to decide if new trial given due to jury tampering allegations; Fallout in WWE continues

US troops killed in drone attack, UN agency in Gaza turmoil, bipartisan border deal, Chinese property giant ordered to liquidate, Super Bowl match up

A train derailment in East Palestine resulted in a massive fire and evacuation, leaving residents uncertain of their future. The inadequate response from the government and railway company led to anger within the community. The experiences of affected families reveal financial burden and health concerns. Lax regulations surrounding railway safety and frustration over slow response are discussed. The impact on the community is both visible and invisible, emphasizing the need for support and optimism.

UN to investigate alleged involvement of UNWRA employees in Hamas attack. Kenya judge stops deployment of soldiers to Haiti. US intends to sell F-16 fighter jets to Turkey. Transgender swimmer challenges World Aquatics. US museums close Native American exhibits due to new regulations.

Topics discussed in the podcast include Donald Trump being found liable in a defamation case, the U.S. Senate working on a deal to limit border crossings, backlash towards a UN agency for alleged involvement in Hamas attacks, Vince McMahon stepping down after allegations, and controversy surrounding the Miss Japan beauty pageant.

E. Jean Carroll, awarded more than eight times what she asked for in her initial defamation lawsuit against former President Donald Trump. Discussion on the federal jury's verdict in Carol's civil defamation trial against Trump, UN court's ruling on Israel's military campaign in Gaza, Wayne Lapierre testifying in the NRA corruption trial, extravagant expenses of NRA CEO, bankruptcy declaration, impact of reducing air pollution from shipping on global warming.

The podcast covers the Trump defamation case, House Speaker's border deal warning, firing of UN agency staff, Alaska Airlines' grounded Boeing planes, and new regulations impacting museum exhibits.