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Aug 14, 2025 • 7min

Potential peace plans, Melania’s legal action, FL's ‘Deportation Depot’ & more

We start with what a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine could look like. Melania Trump is pursuing legal action against Hunter Biden. Florida is getting a second immigration deportation center. We tell you why some Los Angeles students and teachers are worried about Trump's immigration crackdowns. And, Alex Jones’ right wing conspiracy platform is going on sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 14, 2025 • 7min

Wholesale inflation up, West Bank settlement plan, ‘Baby Shark’ court battle & more

First, we break down what rising wholesale inflation means for the US economy. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold a joint media conference after tomorrow’s summit in Alaska. Israel is set to approve a controversial settlement plan in the occupied West Bank. More rural emergency rooms in the US may be run without doctors. Plus, a court case over a kids’ song has gone all the way to South Korea’s top court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 14, 2025 • 7min

FBI in DC, Gaza aid outrage, South Park record & more

FBI agents are being taken off their usual roles to help patrol the streets of Washington, DC. Humanitarian groups are uniting to demand Israel stop its “weaponization of aid.” We have an update on the man facing trial after allegedly faking his own death and fleeing to the UK. Prosecutors have cleared a Florida deputy, following a viral video of him arresting a black student. Plus, a member of Trump’s cabinet has helped South Park break its own ratings record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 14, 2025 • 7min

DC takeover extension, Trump’s Putin warning, Vance fishing penalty & more

President Donald Trump wants to extend the federalization of DC’s police force, as federal law enforcement’s presence enters day four. Trump has a warning for Russia’s president if tomorrow’s meeting between the two doesn’t go well. Israel’s government says they’re in talks with countries about receiving displaced Palestinians from Gaza. A state judge has ruled on whether absent Texas Democrats can be arrested and brought back to the state. Plus, we’ll tell you why Britain’s foreign minister could be in hot water over a fishing trip with Vice President JD Vance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 13, 2025 • 6min

DC takeover expands, Air Canada strike looms, tropical birds in danger & more

President Donald Trump’s takeover of the city’s law enforcement continues to take shape. Trump gives a warning to Russia before his one-on-one meeting with Putin on Friday. Air Canada plans to shut down its operations until a deal is reached with its flight attendants. An Olympic sprinter apologizes to her boyfriend on social media after a domestic violence arrest. Plus, some of the most colorful birds are threatened under climate change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 13, 2025 • 7min

Ukraine meets with world leaders, Zelle gets sued, UK’s Labubu warning & more

President Trump and European Leaders met with Ukraine ahead of a Trump – Putin meeting in Alaska. A federal judge could shut down construction at “Alligator Alcatraz.” Zelle is getting sued for enabling widespread fraud. President Trump announces Kennedy Center honorees. Meanwhile, the UK official announce a warning against fake Labubus.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 13, 2025 • 7min

Virtual war summit, new grocery delivery service, WH cage fight & more

 We’ll tell you what happened at President Donald Trump’s virtually met with Ukraine’s president and European leaders. Israel is reportedly proposing moving Palestinians in Gaza to another war-torn country. Amazon is entering the fresh food market. We’ll tell you why already paid for and working NASA satellites are facing destruction. Plus, plans are underway for cage fighting at the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 13, 2025 • 7min

DC mayor's approach, Smithsonian review, 'maternal' AI & more

Washington DC’s mayor has had conflicting responses to the federal deployment of National Guard troops. The US State Department has responded to the killing of Palestinian journalists. The White House wants a review of Smithsonian museums. Parts of Texas and Tennessee are facing flood risks. Plus, we’ll tell you how the “godfather of AI” wants to save humanity from the technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 13, 2025 • 7min

Troops on DC streets, CDC shooting contradiction, Alaska flooding threat & more

City leaders have pushed back on President Donald Trump’s crime crackdown. European leaders will hold a high-stakes call with President Donald Trump on Ukraine. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has contradicted law enforcement over the shooting at the CDC's offices. We explain why Alaska is at risk of record-breaking flooding. Plus, a man accused of faking his own death is facing trial in Utah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 12, 2025 • 7min

UPDATED: Trump-Putin summit, DC’s 30-day test, Covid-19 vaccine hurdles & more

  We begin with new details on President Donald Trump’s upcoming meeting with his Russian counterpart. The White House gave an update on the National Guard’s deployment in Washington, DC. Parents who want to vaccinate their healthy, young children against Covid-19 may face additional hurdles. The UN chief is putting Israel’s military on notice. Plus, the latest on a redistricting standoff between Texas Democrats and Republicans.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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