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Today's show begins with the latest on the investigation into the worst US air disaster in decades, including new video exclusive to CNN showing the moment of the collision and a dangerous recovery as first responders battle icy waters and mangled wreckage as they recover the victims from the collision. Also: Vermont Senator Peter Welch joins us live as the president's cabinet nominees face a barrage of questions on Capitol Hill.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A chilling midair collision between an American Airlines jet and an Army helicopter sparks a frantic search for survivors in the icy Potomac River. Rescue teams face extreme challenges, navigating murky waters as they race against time. Insights into the operational mindset of helicopter pilots reveal potential oversights in air traffic awareness. The emotional toll on victims' families and the local community is palpable, as the chaos disrupts not just aviation but also the lives of those connected to the tragedy.

Matt Gorman, a Republican strategist and former senior advisor to Tim Scott's campaign, provides insights on the removal of General Mark Milley's security detail. They discuss the fallout from this decision and how it reflects the tense relationship between Milley and Trump. The conversation also delves into the political ramifications of funding freezes and drone authorization controversies. Gorman emphasizes the challenges facing the executive branch amid rising tensions and highlights public reactions to these significant governmental shifts.

A justice department purge as President Trump fires more than a dozen DOJ officials who investigated him. Plus, on day one of the job, the president's new defense secretary vows to enforce Trump's to-do list aimed at transforming the Pentagon. And the president's border crackdown gears up with 2,000 arrests in just two days, chilling immigrant communities nationwide.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump Administration launches immigration raids across the country and claims victory in a tariff standoff with Colombia. Plus, President Trump is facing backlash after suggesting a "clean out" of the Gaza strip. And in a late-night purge, Trump fires more than a dozen independent watchdogs from the government.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A judge blocks the Trump Administration's birthright citizenship order. The president promises to appeal. Plus, Trump warns the world: "If you don't make your product in America, then very simply, you will have to pay a tariff." And despite new revelations, the Senate advances Pete Hegseth's nomination for defense secretary.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump defends his sweeping pardons of January 6th rioters while issuing a flurry of executive orders from the West Wing. Trump is also brushing aside concerns about TikTok, downplaying the app's spying threat. And a new blaze in Southern California is exploding in size, but calmer conditions could help crews get the upper hand.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is facing backlash from his own party for his decision to issue pardons to some 1,500 January 6th rioters. Among Trump's other policy rollouts: places like schools and churches are no longer safe for asylum seekers.. And this. >> Have mercy upon the people in our country who are scared. And a once in a generation storm dumps snow from Texas to Florida.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald Trump delivers on his promise to pardon nearly every single person charged in the January 6th riots. He also signs a bundle of orders to immediately reshape American policy, among them: closing a key pathway for asylum seekers at the southern border, and declaring "there are only two genders, male and female."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democratic Senator Ron Wyden, a notable figure in tech policy and author of 'It Takes Chutzpah,' delves into TikTok's attempts to avoid a U.S. ban amidst national security debates. He discusses the political ramifications of Trump’s expected second inauguration and how it influences party strategies. The conversation navigates TikTok's cultural impact and its usage in government, while also touching on the tax inequities within the tech industry. Wyden highlights leadership challenges and the evolving nature of politics in America.