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The US’ seizing of a Venezuelan oil tanker is escalating tensions between the two countries. Millions of people are under flood alerts after dangerous heavy rain in Washington state. We reveal how Ukraine and European leaders have made changes to a US-drafted peace deal. President Donald Trump has weighed in on the potential sale of Warner Bros. Discovery and CNN. Plus, the eye-watering price tags for Trump’s new “gold card” visas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump announced a move that risks escalating tensions with Venezuela. The Federal Reserve made its final decision on interest rates for the year. A massive defense policy bill is making its way through Congress. GOP lawmakers are struggling to agree on a health care plan amid a looming deadline. Plus, Denmark’s warning relating to the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates to shore up a shaky job market. Another federal judge has just ruled on releasing records relating to Jeffrey Epstein’s 2019 sex trafficking case. There are more instances of US strikes on alleged drug boats that have initially left survivors. A pro-AI super PAC is launching its first candidate ads. Plus, why this year’s Nobel Peace Prize winner wasn’t there to collect the award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Despite calling it a “hoax” President Donald Trump gave a speech on how he’ll address the affordability crisis. Miami elects its first Democrat mayor in nearly 30 years. We have more details on the shooting at Kentucky State University. Ukraine’s president has responded to Trump's comments about the country's lack of elections. Plus, a study sheds light on how many teenagers are using AI chatbots.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump addresses the rising cost of living during his Pennsylvania visit. The Justice Department moves forward with unsealing key Jeffrey Epstein files. Updates on the negotiations between Russia and Ukraine reveal shifting dynamics. Meanwhile, a shooting on a Kentucky campus raises concerns, and a Tufts University student's visa is restored after a court ruling challenges its revocation. Stay informed with these pressing issues!

Trump rates his economic performance as 'A+++++'. He comments on a controversial military strike in the Caribbean while facing pressure from lawmakers for transparency. The Supreme Court is debating a GOP-led challenge to campaign spending caps, igniting discussions on potential corruption. Trump also lambasts European allies, calling them decaying. Meanwhile, Australia has introduced a notable law banning children under 16 from social media, sparking debates on its potential impact.

A Supreme Court ruling backs Trump’s federal firing powers, potentially reshaping agency leadership. Ukraine's Zelenskyy stands firm against territorial concessions to Russia during talks in London. The State Department reveals that 85,000 visas were revoked in the past year. Trump eases export controls on a vital AI technology, allowing Nvidia H200 chip exports to China. In entertainment news, Jimmy Kimmel secures a one-year contract extension for his talk show after recent uncertainties.

The podcast dives into a significant Supreme Court case challenging the firing of an FTC commissioner, raising questions about the separation of powers. President Trump introduces a substantial farm aid package, but farmers are urgent for quicker relief. In a surprising twist, a former personal lawyer of Trump resigns from a federal position following a court ruling. Additionally, former FBI agents are suing Director Kash Patel over alleged First Amendment violations related to controversial firings. A powerful earthquake in Japan adds to the intense news of the day.

Paramount launches a bold takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, aiming to rival Netflix. President Trump faces a pivotal moment at the Supreme Court regarding his presidential removal power. An executive order aims to block state-level AI regulations, stirring debate over accountability. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s President Zelensky engages with major European leaders amid rising tensions. The Golden Globe nominations also steal the spotlight, introducing a new category for Best Podcast.

New data reveals that a significant number of ICE arrests involve individuals without criminal records. In political news, Trump accuses Ukraine's President Zelensky of not engaging with a US-backed peace proposal. Indiana's GOP faces a contentious redistricting debate as key senators grapple with political maneuvering. Meanwhile, Thailand escalates tensions with airstrikes on Cambodia after reported attacks. Plus, a look at the celebrities honored by Trump at the Kennedy Center Honors and his controversial remarks about the venue.