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The man police say murdered right-wing activist Charlie Kirk is in custody. 22-year-old Tyler Robinson is described as a high-achieving student from a small Utah suburb with no political party affiliation. Sources tell CNN Robinson's father recognized his son from FBI photos and told him to turn himself in. The father called a youth pastor to assist, and the pastor then called US marshalls.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has shocked American politics. Michigan Senate Majority Whip Mallory McMorrow is now running for U.S. Senate, and she joins us to explore her path forward in a competitive swing state and address the urgent question of how America can break the its pattern of political violence. Producer: Sofía Sánchez Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Executive Producer: Steve Lickteig Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As today's show begins, there's been a critical development in the manhunt for the assassin who gunned down conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The FBI has just released images of a "person of interest" and asked for the public's help in identifying him.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: In a new book, Kamala Harris reveals what she really thought about Joe Biden's reelection gamble, calling it "reckless" and accusing his inner circle of undermining her at every turn.  Plus: In a potential tinderbox moment for Europe, Poland shoots down Russian drones that crossed into its airspace more than a dozen times. The Polish prime minister says his country hasn't been this close to open conflict since World War II.  And: The highest court in the land has dealt Donald Trump a series of winning cards. But will they shuffle the deck when it comes to his sweeping tariffs? The president's desire to reshape the world economy hangs in the balance.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: Israel carries out an attack aimed at Hamas leadership in Qatar, raising serious concerns about negotiations to end the war in Gaza and return the 48 hostages still being held captive.  Plus: The White House advises Americans not to believe their own eyes after the release of the now-infamous crude birthday message to Jeffrey Epstein seemingly signed by Donald Trump.  And: A new update to the annual jobs report shows the US economy added 911,000 fewer jobs in through March than initially estimated.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: President trump is publicly taunting Democratic cities, hinting he could send federal troops to their zip codes as soon as this week. We have new reporting on what it could mean for Chicago and Boston.  Plus: Florida's top doctor says actual data did not factor into the decision to scrap the vaccine requirements in the Sunshine State for public schools, as even President Trump admits it may be a step too far.  And: Dana speaks with the author of a book about zoning laws that's sparked a political cult following. Is the abundance movement a blueprint for Democrats moving forward, or just a buzzword?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On CNN's State of the Union, Jake Tapper presses FL Surgeon General on him not conducting any study before calling to lift vaccine mandate. Doctor Paul Offit responds. And White House Border Czar Tom Homan says sanctuary cities across America will be seeing immigration raids this week. Our panelists Rep. Kim Schrier, Scott Jennings, Xochitl Hinojosa, and Shermichael Singleton discuss Vice President Vance's fiery twitter exchange and who the next leaders of the Democratic Party will be.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Sunday's episode discusses President Trump's influence on the New York mayoral race, the Democratic Party's struggle to unify behind their nominee, and the broader implications for upcoming elections. The panel of experts analyses the reluctance of Democratic leaders like Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries to endorse the Democratic Socialist candidate Zoran Ani. The conversation shifts to Trump's strategies on immigration, crime, and the weakening economy, highlighting his controversial actions like deploying federal troops in American cities and his administration's attempts to influence local races. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott comments on the recent federal and state law enforcement dynamics in his city. The session also explores Trump's popularity despite economic issues and his polarizing public statements. The final segments cover the future of college sports legislation, particularly the NIL (name, image, likeness) issue, and its ramifications on student-athletes and the NCAA. The program concludes by teasing upcoming topics and guests for future episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The White House is trying to downplay a dismal jobs report showing unemployment at a four-year high amid growing political fears the economy is running out of gas. President Trump blamed the alarming numbers on his economic nemesis, Fed Chair Jerome Powell.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After federal forces rolled through Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., Ilinois officials are taking President Trump’s threats to Chicago very seriously, none more so than Governor J.B. Pritzker. Eric Bradner is National Political Reporter for CNN and he’s here to discuss the political calculations behind Governor Pritzker's recent moves countering the president. Producer: Kyra Dahring Senior Producers: Faiz Jamil, Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Executive Producer: Steve Lickteig Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices