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Some federal employees are on edge as Elon Musk continues his work on behalf of President Donald Trump to overhaul the federal government in unprecedented ways. We examine just how sweeping his actions are and why resistance to them is growing. Guest: Zachary Wolf, CNN Politics Senior WriterSign up for the CNN What Matters newsletter here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the days since the deadly midair collision outside Washington DC, questions are being asked about what could have contributed to the tragedy. We hear from an expert who says the push for more flights isn’t making jobs easier for a workforce already stretched thin.Guest: David Soucie, CNN Safety Analyst/Author, ‘Safer Skies’  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Egan, a CNN business reporter and AI expert, dives into the implications of a Chinese startup's groundbreaking AI model challenging U.S. tech. He discusses how this could disrupt Wall Street, affecting stock prices and triggering regulatory scrutiny. Egan also raises concerns about censorship in Chinese technology and the risks of using AI influenced by political agendas. Moreover, he highlights the urgent need for the U.S. to reevaluate its approach to AI development amid intense global competition and national security threats.

Rene Marsh, a CNN correspondent with deep insights into politics, discusses the Trump administration's aggressive actions against DEI initiatives within federal agencies. She highlights the controversial placement of federal DEI employees on leave and the cultural backlash surrounding diversity initiatives. Rene delves into how these actions could ripple through corporate America, prompting businesses to rethink their own DEI efforts. The conversation also touches on the emotional toll on federal workers, particularly veterans, as they confront uncertainty in their roles.

President Donald Trump issued a slew of executive actions after taking office for the second time on Monday. We examine which ones are having an immediate impact and what they can tell us about what the next four years may bring.Guest: Betsy Klein, CNN Senior White House Producer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take power for a second time, we hear from two government workers who have mixed feelings about potentially being on the receiving end of his campaign promises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hamas and Israel have reached an agreement on a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza, providing hope to war-weary Palestinians and family members of Israeli hostages. However, implementation could prove challenging and grim.Guest: Jeremy Diamond, CNN Jerusalem Correspondent  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President-elect Donald Trump has not let up on recent suggestions that the US should retake the Panama Canal. While the idea has been rejected by the Panamanian government, officials working at the canal are not laughing it off. Guest: Phil Mattingly, CNN Chief Domestic Correspondent  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The deadly wildfires in Los Angeles have caused unimaginable devastation, especially for those who least expected it. We hear from two longtime Angelenos about the memories they made in their homes, and what comes next now that they’ve been reduced to rubble.Guest: Courtney Kay Kirsh & Anthony Lewis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this discussion, Clare Duffy, a CNN Business reporter and host of Terms of Service, dives into TikTok's cultural impact and its immense popularity among Gen Z. She outlines the ongoing legal and national security debates surrounding the app, including claims of data threats versus its role in free speech. The conversation also touches on Donald Trump's evolving views on TikTok and the broader implications for social media, content creators, and tech regulation in an increasingly polarized political landscape.