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Is the clash in Illinois reaching a boiling point? As Republicans and Democrats  dig in on a shutdown and the White House threatens mass layoffs who is getting cold feet.  Plus, back to the bench. The Supreme Court returns tomorrow to take on tariffs, guns and transgender athletes will they hand more power to the President. Why is MAGA world upset over Bad Bunny playing the Super Bowl Half-Time show? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean "Diddy" Combs is inside a Manhattan courtroom waiting to personally address the judge who will decide his fate. The rap mogul already spent more than a year behind bars and faces another decade or more for two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. The defense wants several people to speak on his behalf at today's hearing, but the prosecution says no victims will address the judge. CNN is inside the courtroom to bring you minute-by-minute updates throughout this hour.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: The shutdown stalemate continues, and Democrats say they have no plans to give up on their demands on health care. They claim voters are on their side, but is that true? We have results from a brand new poll asking just that.  Plus: We have exclusive new CNN reporting on the president's point man on presidential power and how he plans to use the shutdown to slash the size of government even further.  And: Another top federal prosecutor loses his job not because of anything he did wrong, but apparently because of a false accusation from a far-right activist.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Negotiations to end the government shutdown remain at a standstill, meaning hundreds of thousands of people are getting furloughed, while others are working without pay. Joining us to discuss the stalemate is Speaker of the House Mike Johnson.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Addressing a rare gathering of top US military officials from around the world, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces new standards designed to eliminate "fat generals and admirals." And if his mandatory fitness tests means fewer women in the military, he says, "so be it." We analyze his comments as well as those from President Trump, joined by an Air Force veteran in Congress who just happens to be female.  Also on today's show: A government shutdown is just hours away and there is no sign that the two sides are even talking. The only thing crossing the aisle is blame.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: As today's show begins, President Trump his holding the first of two high-takes negotiations that will have major repercussions both at home and abroad.  Plus: The Trump Administration announces plans to send troops to one of the bluest cities in one of the bluest states in the country. Democrats have already launched a legal counterstrike, but can they stop the president?  And: We're standing by for a news conference on the deadly attack on a Michigan church. Officials there may have new details on the killer's motive.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Manu Raju discusses the impending federal government shutdown with a panel of experts, highlighting President Trump’s meeting with congressional leaders and the policy changes Democrats are demanding in healthcare. The script also delves into Trump's retribution against political foes, his use of the Justice Department, and the broader implications for democratic norms. Additionally, it features an interview with Congressman Seth Moulton discussing potential primary challenges and the need for generational change in the Democratic Party. The script wraps up with insights into the growing number of politically independent voters and the implications for both parties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: President Trump delivers that ominous warning to his political opponents in the wake of James Comey's indictment. And he's already attacking the judge assigned to Comey's case.  Plus: Does either party have a plan to stop the government shutdown, now just four days away? Manu speaks with a Republican senator on the state of negotiations, or lack thereof.  And: President Trump is unleashing a new attack on Tylenol, telling pregnant moms and children to stay away. A doctor makes a house call to Inside Politics to give you the actual science-based facts on what's really safe for your family.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's show begins following another post-meeting Oval Office presser by President Trump, this one following his get together with Turkey's leader Erdogan. We first focus on the potential indictment of former FBI chief James Comey. While Trump called him a "sick and bad person," we've learned that his Attorney General Pam Bondi has doubts about prosecuting him.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: A shooter opens fire at an ICE facility in Dallas, killing two detainees in what the FBI calls "an act of targeted violence.  Plus: President Trump says he's not done on the Jimmy Kimmel front. We tell you about a new threat he's issuing against ABC.  And: Dana speaks to a lawmaker with the power to help strike a deal to keep the US federal government open.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices