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Oct 21, 2023 • 43min
Hamas hostages freed, Trump co-defendant guilty plea, more GOP dysfunction
Two American hostages, a mother and daughter, are released by Hamas. A source tells CNN it was on “humanitarian grounds”. But what exactly does that mean, and can their experience be a road map to rescue those still held captive? Plus, former Trump lawyer Kenneth Chesebro admits he conspired with Trump, Giuliani and Trump attorney John Eastman to put forward fake electors in Georgia. And, Congress remains paralyzed as the GOP fail to agree on a House Speaker - what will America do at what President Biden calls an ‘inflection point’? Also, Trump is fined $5,000 for violating a gag order in his New York fraud trial.For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 20, 2023 • 42min
Trump lawyer flips, Biden addresses Nation, a killer confesses
Trump’s former attorney Sidney Powell pleads guilty to conspiracy charges in the Georgia election subversion case, in a plea deal that gives her six-years probation, thousands in fines, and may see her testifying against the former president in future trials. Plus, did President Biden's Oval Office address land with the American people? CNN’s Tom Foreman breaks down what Americans think about spending on aid to Israel and Ukraine. And, the suspect in the Natalee Holloway murder case admits to killing her, while pleading guilty to extortion over the whereabouts of her remains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 19, 2023 • 43min
New video of the deadly explosion in Gaza, President Biden to make significant oval office address
First, after President Biden's 7-hour visit to the Israeli warzone on Wednesday, he will address the nation to outline America's position on the Israel conflict.And, new revelations from the US government's assessment, indicating that Israel might not be responsible for the tragic hospital blast in Gaza. Israeli defence forces claim that new video footage of the blast reveals that they were not to blame for the attack. To shed light on the complex Israel-Hamas war, we engage in a candid discussion with a Rabbi and an Imam.Plus, the family of a Palestinian-American boy killed in Chicago speaks out. The Department of Justice has initiated a federal hate crime investigation into the murder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 18, 2023 • 45min
Deadly blast at Gaza City hospital, Joe Biden en route to Israel, Jordan Summit cancelled
There has been a shocking explosion at a Gaza City hospital just before a presidential visit to Israel. The blast left hundreds dead and raised questions about who's responsible. Gaza blames Israel, but Israel claims it was an Islamic Jihad rocket. Arab leaders cancel the Summit in Jordan due to the escalating tensions. As President Joe Biden heads to Israel on Air Force 1, protests erupt over the hospital blast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 17, 2023 • 42min
Biden to Israel, Hamas hostage, 6-year-old’s last words
President Biden is to visit Israel on Wednesday in a high-stakes trip, as the US orders 2,000 troops to prepare for possible deployment. Plus, Hamas release a video of a woman it claims is a hostage, one of the up to 250 it says are being held in Gaza. And, the tragic effects of the war being felt right here at home, after a 6-year-old Muslim boy is fatally stabbed in an alleged anti-Muslim attack. Also, Rep. Jim Jordan joins to talk about his fight to win support from GOP skeptics, in a bid to become House Speaker.For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 14, 2023 • 42min
Rising fear in Gaza as Israel orders 1.1M to leave
Gaza braces for a potential large-scale ground operation against Hamas in the wake of the deadly terror attacks in Israel last week. CNN's Nada Bashir reports on where the evacuations stand following Israel’s warning for more than a million people living in Northern Gaza to leave their homes 24-hours ago, as Hamas tells them to stay. Plus, President Biden says his administration is “working like hell” to get American hostages held by Hamas home. And, the House GOP has a new Speaker nominee, but the same math problem.For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 13, 2023 • 48min
Intense bombardment, emotions across campuses, Northern Gaza evacuation
Gaza is under intense bombardment tonight as the Israeli Air Force pounds targets with punishing airstrikes ahead of a potential ground operation. Plus, CNN's Nick Watt reports on what college students in America from differing backgrounds say they feel about the conflict, as emotions run high across campuses. And, Israel orders more than a million Palestinians to relocate to Southern Gaza in the next 24-hours. Also, Secretary Blinken meets with families of victims who were taken or killed by Hamas, and the IDF says hostages may be held underground in scattered locations.For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 12, 2023 • 42min
Intensifying strikes, hostage relative speaks out, House Speaker drama
Israel conducts “large-scale strikes” on Hamas, as 300,000 troops amass near the Gaza border, according to the Israeli military. Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper joins to discuss what’s likely to be happening behind the scenes, and what could happen next. Plus, Laura Coates speaks with a dual US/Israeli citizen, who says five of her relatives have been kidnapped from a Kibbutz by Hamas. And, Rep. Steve Scalise is picked as the GOP Speaker nominee, but struggles to lockdown votes to win the gavel. Also tonight: The FBI and DHS warn of potential safety concerns around places of worship in the US after the attacks in Israel, and, what the Israel-Hamas war means for US allies. For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast 'Tug of War: Attack on Israel'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 11, 2023 • 43min
1200 killed by Hamas, festival survivor speaks, a father’s search
At least 1200 people have been killed by Hamas in Israel since Sunday, according to Israel's public broadcaster. A survivor of the Israeli music festival attack describes the moments before the horrific killings of 260 people began, and how he managed to escape with his life. And, a father whose son remains missing after Hamas attacked a Kibbutz on the Gaza border one month ago, speaks to CNN about his search, and devastation he witnessed during the raid. Plus, in an official statement, Biden condemns Hamas’ attack on Israel as “Sheer evil”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 10, 2023 • 42min
Israel at war with Hamas after unprecedented attacks
The Israeli military goes on the offense against Hamas after a devastating surprise attack that left at least 900 people dead in Israel. CNN’s Jeremy Diamond reports live from Jerusalem on how the Israeli government is responding on day four of the conflict. Plus, at least 260 people have been killed at music festival near the Gaza-Israel border, shot as they tried to escape. Laura Coates talks to one woman who was on the phone with her friends when the shooting started and has not heard from them since. And, Hamas claims to be holding more than 100 hostages, and says the execution of civilian hostages will be broadcast if Israel targets people in Gaza without giving a warning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices