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Dec 11, 2024 • 1h 27min

NYPD: Gun Found On Suspect Matches Shell Casings At Crime Scene

A positive match, the gun and shell casings, along with fingerprints are among the brand new details from detectives which add layers in the case of a CEO’s murder. The suspected killer’s manifesto also cements a motive. Plus, a padlocked prison cell in Syria is shot open only to discover an inmate alive and CNN cameras were there as it happened.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 11, 2024 • 1h 25min

Judge Denies Bail As Suspect Fights Extradition

Detectives say they have new evidence that proves the suspected CEO killer is responsible for the murder. Plus, CNN is in Syria, inside the palace of former President Bashar al-Assad. Also, in one single hour a California wildfire tripled in size.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 9, 2024 • 1h 27min

Police: Suspect Had “Ghost Gun”

A major arrest is made six days into the CEO murder manhunt. A 26-year-old is now in custody, saying in a note according to a source “these parasites had it coming.” Plus, CNN is in Syria with the Assad regime toppled. Who is going to take over leadership in the country now?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 7, 2024 • 1h 27min

NYPD Believes Suspect In CEO Shooting Left NYC

The New York Police Department told CNN moments ago that the suspect in the murder of the CEO of UnitedHealthcare has likely left New York City. They cited video of the suspected shooter entering a Port Authority bus terminal and not leaving the terminal.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 6, 2024 • 1h 25min

Aftershocks Rattle California As Tsunami Warning Lifted

In the New York City manhunt, brand new surveillance footage appears to show the man who killed the UnitedHealthcare CEO. Plus, several powerful aftershocks hit the west coast after a major 7.0 earthquake occurs off the coast of California.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 5, 2024 • 1h 27min

Police Put Out New Photos Of Suspect Amid NYC Manhunt

Pete Hegseth is making his last stand on Capitol Hill, hoping to shore up support from lawmakers so he could run the Pentagon as President-elect Trump’s pick. Plus, an active manhunt is underway in New York City as police search for the gunman who shot and killed the CEO of UnitedHealthcare outside a hotel in midtown Manhattan.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 4, 2024 • 1h 26min

South Korean President Lifts Martial Law Order

A close American ally declares martial law as protests emerge at South Korea’s parliament. What does this mean for a region already on edge? Plus, the president-elect’s cabinet picks are on Capitol Hill including the latest embattled nominee Pete Hegseth. We share what we’re learning about what Hegseth told senators behind closed doors about his confirmation process.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 3, 2024 • 1h 26min

Biden Grants Son “Full And Unconditional Pardon”

First Lady Jill Biden defends her husband’s decision to pardon his adult son Hunter after insisting for months he would not do so. Was that a boldface lie? We have the latest reaction. Plus, a look at President-elect Trump’s plans to upend the Justice Department as he kicks FBI director Christopher Wray to the curb and replaces him with Kash Patel.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 30, 2024 • 44min

Mexico’s President Denies Trump Claim She Will Close Border

New details about bomb threats sent to a number of lawmakers while another Democrat is targeted. There is a common signature on the messages coming one day after the threats to several Trump administration picks. Plus, the Mexican president is disputing Trump and his description of their conversation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 28, 2024 • 45min

FBI Investigating Bomb Threats Targeting Trump Picks

A stunning murder for hire plot targeting a detective. The suspect is a dentist who is already in jail for poisoning his wife. Plus, fears of a target list for the world’s richest man. The names of government employees were shared online by Elon Musk. Could their jobs and safety now be on the line?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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