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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

Today's show begins as President Trump, hosting the new president of Poland, is taking questions from reporters. He discussed a number of issues, including the ongoing Jeffrey Epstein files controversy, which he labeled a "Democratic hoax." Survivors of Epstein's abuse gathering at the Capitol virulently disagreed and once again demanded that the Justice Department release all the Epstein files.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: As today's show begins, we're following a major court ruling that could have big implications for President Trump's push to send US troops to blue cities across the country.  Plus: Congress reconvenes and a familiar scandal reignites, as a bipartisan group of lawmakers meets with some of Jeffrey Epstein's victims trying to force a vote demanding the DOJ release the files.  And: A 78 year old top democrat says Joe Biden's campaign sparked his decision to focus on generational change instead of reelection. But will other veteran lawmakers follow his lead and make room for new blood in their wounded party?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: President Trump is threatening to deploy federal forces to Chicago this week. He claims his focus is combating crime and controlling immigration. But why only in Democratic zip codes?  Plus: Nine former CDC directors are joining forces to sound the alarm on what Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Is doing to the agency. They say it's "endangering every American's health."  And: Democrats are getting another chance to block President Trump's agenda. But can they agree on a playbook that also keeps the government's lights on?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: Top leaders at key federal agencies are fighting back after President Trump sent his signature reality show message: You're fired! But now it is real life with real consequences for your wallet and your health.  Plus: We have exclusive new reporting on the Trump Administration's push to send hundreds of children in government custody back home to Guatemala. Multiple sources call the move unprecedented.  And: President Trump is removing Kamala Harris's Secret Service detail. Is this all about settling scores with a rival? We have the letter he personally signed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices