Anderson Cooper 360

CNN
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Jan 18, 2025 • 46min

Trump's Inauguration Moved Indoors

President-elect Trump has announced that his inauguration will be moved indoors citing dangerously cold temperatures forecast for Washington, DC, Monday. The inaugural address will be delivered from the Capitol Rotunda for the first time since Ronald Reagan's second term began in 1985. Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe breaks down the security concerns around moving the festivities indoors with only three days' notice, scrapping months of planning. And later, Forbes Magazine investigative reporter Emily Baker-White joins Anderson to discuss the looming ban of TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 17, 2025 • 47min

Israel’s Full Cabinet Expected To Vote On Ceasefire Deal Saturday

After the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal hits a snag, a look at where the holdup was and the effect it’s having on both the timetable and the hostage families. Plus, as President Biden warns about the United States becoming an oligarchy, we tell you which tech billionaires will be on the dais for Trump’s inaugural. Also, Rudy Giuliani reaches an agreement with the women he defamed to settle the $150 million judgement against him.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 16, 2025 • 1h 5min

Biden Gives Farewell Speech To The Nation

President Biden delivered his farewell address to the nation, after announcing Israel and Hamas have agreed to a deal that includes a ceasefire and a phased release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners. CNN's Jeremy Diamond reports from Tel Aviv. CNN Political and Foreign Policy Analyst Barak Ravid, along with and a panel of political experts, join Jake Tapper and Anderson to discuss the deal and Biden's speech. Plus, Anderson returns to an Altadena neighborhood ravaged by the California wildfires one week ago. He shows what it looked like then, also before the flames, and now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 15, 2025 • 48min

Dangerous Winds Raise Fire Risk In L.A. Area Overnight

Anderson and his team spent the day with search and rescue crews as they looked for remains of anyone who may have died in the Eaton Fire. The death toll has risen to 25 people in Los Angeles County, and the fire danger is not over. Powerful winds are forecasted overnight into Wednesday afternoon and could spark a new inferno. Anderson speaks to Ian McFeat, the executive director of a charter school in Altadena. Last week's fire there destroyed one of the school's two campuses, the homes of 13 teachers and about 60 school families, and his own home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 14, 2025 • 50min

At Least 24 Dead In Los Angeles Wildfires

At least 24 people have died in the wildfires that have ravaged Los Angeles County, and officials are warning that the danger is not over yet. Wind speeds are expected to strengthen tonight into Wednesday. The National Weather Service has issued an expanded red flag warning for Southern California, which could see winds up to 70mph, and has told residents the “setup is about as bad as it gets.” Anderson and his team spent the day with fire crews racing the coming winds as they work to keep hotspots from reigniting. A resident who lost his home in the Palisades Fire shares how the community is coming together to help one another. Plus, CNN's Gary Tuchman sees the damage done to a Pacific Palisades home, and it's deeply personal.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 11, 2025 • 47min

CA Governor Calls For Investigation

At least 11 people are now confirmed dead due to the wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area. More than 10,000 structures are destroyed and 100,000 people are under evacuation orders, the sheriff’s department said Friday, with tens of thousands more under warnings. California Governor Gavin Newsom is now calling for an independent investigation into what caused some hydrants to lose water pressure during the height of this week’s firefights. CNN's Nick Watt has more on the reports of water shortages. Plus, Anderson speaks to Richard and Alex Jennings, a father and son who worked with neighbors to protect their home from the Palisades Fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 10, 2025 • 52min

Los Angeles County Wildfires: Death Toll Unknown, Thousands of Structures Destroyed and Tens of Thousands Flee

Scott McDonald, a resident of Topanga Canyon, shares his gripping experience of defending his home against raging wildfires. He recounts the intense fear and urgency as thousands were forced to evacuate, while also highlighting the bravery of neighbors who came together to help one another. The emotional toll of loss is palpable, as communities rally to support each other amid the destruction. Additionally, insights from first responders and personal survival stories underscore the resilience of those impacted by the fires.
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Jan 9, 2025 • 56min

More Wildfires Devastating Parts of Los Angeles County; at Least 5 Deaths

Anderson is on the scene as at least six fires tear across Los Angeles County forcing the evacuations of residents. Anderson shows how the flames destroyed homes and vehicles in one neighborhood of Altadena, California. At least five people are dead. California Governor Gavin Newsom tells Anderson the death toll  is "likely" to rise. Anderson also talks with a mother and her son who lost their home in Pacific Palisades, other survivors and fire officials working to put out the flames.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 8, 2025 • 50min

Residents Flee as Wildfire Races Through Los Angeles Coastal Community

CNN's Nick Watt and Natasha Chen are in the Los Angeles community of Pacific Palisades, where more than 30,000 people have been asked to evacuate as a fast-moving wildfire spreads. The city of Los Angeles has declared a state of emergency and will have all resources on deck, said the president of the city council. Plus, President-elect Donald Trump spoke to reporters today and covered a wide range of subjects, including his frustration over the legal cases brought against him and the Biden administration's handling of the transition, his thoughts on special counsel Jack Smith and refusing to rule out using military force to add Greenland to the United States and retake control of the Panama Canal. Kaitlan Collins, anchor of CNN's The Source, and New York Times senior political correspondent Maggie Haberman, break down the new developments. Plus, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced Facebook and Instagram will drop  fact checkers and replacing them with user generated "community notes.” Donie O'Sullivan has details on the new policy and we get perspective from Scott Galloway, Professor of Marketing at New York University's Stern School of Business.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 7, 2025 • 47min

Congress Officially Certifies Trump's Election Victory

The recent presidential election certification sparks reflections on the contrasts from four years ago and hints at upcoming challenges. Elon Musk stirs controversy with a provocative proposal about British governance, drawing ire from UK officials. Meanwhile, President Biden honors victims of a tragic New Orleans attack, emphasizing community healing. The emotional fallout from January 6th riots reveals deep family rifts, while the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter is explored, highlighting his unique impact amidst today's political climate.

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