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The US and China announce a trade agreement that will dramatically cut tariffs imposed on each other. Is this the beginning of the end of the trade war? Plus, President Trump plans to sign an executive order that he says would drastically reduce drug prices. Is his plan the right prescription?  Also on today's show: The last known living American hostage in Gaza could soon be freed. He's been held by Hamas for more than 500 days. And opening statements are set to begin in the case against Sean "Diddy" Combs. We explore how defense lawyers plan to frame the relationship between Diddy and one of his accusers, Cassie Ventura.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chicago native Robert Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, gave his first homily today with a message for Christians around the world. We explore the clues he's dropping about the kind of leader he wants to be with his name choice. Also, India and Pakistan's conflict continued overnight, with people living along the Kashmir border in the line of fire. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has spoken with the leaders of both countries urging restraint.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Black smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel yesterday, signifying more work to be done before the world's cardinals choose a successor to Pope Francis. Will a new pope be elected today? Plus, President Trump hints at a major announcement on tariffs. Could it put more money in your pocket? And Pakistan vows retaliation as it claims it shot down dozens of India's drones overnight. What can be done to calm the tensions between these two nuclear nations?    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dozens are feared dead as heavy fighting erupts between two nuclear powers, India and Pakistan. Plus, in just hours, the world's cardinals will enter the Sistine Chapel, only to exit when a new pope is chosen. We review the top contenders. And the Supreme Court gives the green light to a big piece of President Trump's agenda, allowing the Pentagon to fire service members who are transgender.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Canada's prime minister prepares for an Oval Office meeting. Can he convince President Trump that Canada is not America's enemy? Plus, a 100% tariff on foreign made films? What would it mean for movie ticket prices? Could streaming services get even more expensive? And the transportation department is set to announce a major overhaul of the nation's air traffic control systems. We have new details from Newark, where flights are still delayed.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Asked whether he needs "to uphold the Constitution of the United States as president, Donald Trump replies, "I don't know." Does that mean he's serious about a third term? Plus, jury selection is about to begin in the trial of Sean Combs. We take a look at the charges, the witnesses and what you can expect. And police thwart a plot to bomb a Lady Gaga concert. What they say one suspect was planning to do on a live stream during the show.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump ousts Mike Waltz as National Security Advisor and nominates him to be Ambassador to the United Nations. What's behind the sudden move and what does it mean for the nation's defense strategy? Plus, with Elon Musk heading back to Tesla, what will DOGE look like now? And as more people shift to buy now and pay later services for everyday expenses, what does this mean for the US economy?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump plays defense and casts blame amid new signs that the economy is feeling the impact of his trade war. Plus, the US and Ukraine reach an agreement to trade minerals for money. But will it help end Russia's war? Also, was it a prank or a crime? 11 members of a high school lacrosse team surrendered to police after an incident that prosecutors say went way beyond hazing.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration is a core tenet of his agenda. But how do the American people feel about it? Is he going too far ... or not far enough? We have some new polling numbers out this morning. We examine a key case before the Supreme Court today that challenges the separation of church and state. Should taxpayers fund religious private schools?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Day 100 of President Trump's second term. How are you feeling about it? We bring you the results of new polling. Plus, Democrats are still struggling to find their footing in a Republican-controlled Washington. Can they gain any ground? Also, Canada's prime minister is taking a victory lap and sending a warning to his neighbors to the south. And MAGA is pushing for a new baby boom. Could things like cash bonuses help make motherhood in America great again?    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices