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The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer and Pamela Brown: The command center for breaking news, politics and extraordinary reports from around the world. The Situation Room airs weekdays 10am-12pm Eastern, Monday through Friday on CNN.
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Jun 23, 2020 • 38min
Rate of Coronavirus up in 23 States, Led by California, Texas, Florida & Arizona
The rate of new coronavirus cases are up in 23 states. The states leading the charts include some of the largest: California, Texas, Florida and Arizona.
President Trump is refusing to answer the question on whether he asked for coronavirus testing to be slowed down, after saying it at a Saturday rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was asked during an interview with E.W. Scripps News Monday. The White House insisted the president was speaking "in jest" when he made the comment "slow the testing down."
The White House is also defending Trump's use of the racial slur "Kung Flu" to describe the Coronavirus. During a press conference Monday, the White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany said, Trump was only pointing to the origin of the disease, China.
The United States has now surpassed 120,000 confirmed Coronavirus deaths with almost 2.3 million confirmed cases.
New York City and Washington D.C. have entered phase two of reopening cities with restaurants and retail shops. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said, the state went from the highest transmission rate in the United States to the lowest.
In Florida, the State's Health Department confirmed on Monday there are now more than 100,000 coronavirus cases. Now, Miami officials are requiring residents to wear a mask when out in public. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 20, 2020 • 39min
Trump Threatens Protesters Who Plan on Showing up at Tomorrow's Rally in Tulsa
Juneteenth rallies are taking place across the country as the United States confronts systematic racism. Trump is going ahead with his rally in Tulsa after Oklahoma sets a one day record for new coronavirus cases. Florida is also reporting a one day record for new cases with 4,000 today. Atlanta police officers are calling out sick to protest the charges in the Rayshard Brooks murder. The U.S Coronavirus death toll is now approaching 119,000. 23 states are now experiencing case spikes amid fears that the nation re-opened too soon. The World Health Organization reported 150,000 plus new cases today, a new single day record.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 19, 2020 • 38min
Ex-Officer Who Shot Rayshard Brooks Turns Himself In
Trump in turmoil as he denies coronavirus rates that are on the rise, rebuked in Bolton Book and he suffers from big Scotus losses. The Supreme Court blocks Trump from ending DACA, as Chief Justice Roberts again sides with Liberals. Trump then asks "Do you get the impression the Supreme Court doesn't like me?" after two big losses. Bolton says that Trump is not "fit for office" as book bombshells revealed.
Trump is claiming that coronavirus is "dying out." Trump also said, "testing is overrated," although I created the "greatest testing machine in history." Trump says he made Juneteenth famous and that "nobody had ever heard of it."
Trump also says that some rallygoers may be infected, but only a "small percentage."
The United States coronavirus deaths surpasses more than 118,000 and new cases are up in 23 states. Fauci laments "anti-science bias" where authority is not believed.
Ex-officer who shot Rayshard Brooks turns himself in as the lawyer for the second officer denies he's a state witness. Sources say that more officers are calling out sick in Atlanta today. Wolf Blitzer has a one-on-one with the district attorney in the Rayshard Brooks case. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 18, 2020 • 47min
Rayshard Brooks' Family Makes Remakes
Felony murder is among 11 charges filed against ex-Atlanta officer who willed Rayshard Brooks. The second officer faces three charges in Rayshard Brooks' shooting and has agreed to be a state witness. Rayshard Brooks' family speaks after the officer who shot him was charged with murder. Officer who shot Rayshard Brooks could face the death penalty or life in prison if convicted. Republicans unveil a police reform proposal.
The United States coronavirus death toll has surpassed 117,000 as 21 states see rise in new confirmed cases. Trump moves ahead with indoor rally plans despite science and dire warnings. Florida reports more than 2,600 new cases today, after setting one-day record of nearly 2,8000 on Monday. Official says Trump and Pence are "in denial" about the reality of the virus surge. Texas, Florida and Arizona report record one-day rise in new infections. A study shows that wearing masks has prevented more than 200,000 United States cases. Tulsa sees a new daily record for cases ahead of Trump rally. Oklahoma, the site of Trump's rally sees 3 percent jump in cases since Tuesday. Tulsa health director warns of coronavirus infection risk at large gatherings ahead of Trump's rally. Fauci said, "I would not attend Trump rally over coronavirus concerns." To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 17, 2020 • 38min
22nd Day Of Protests Continues As Trump Orders Modest Police Reform
Pence denies the possibility of a second pandemic wave as the United States death toll surpasses 116,000 and cases rise in 18 states. There was a blatant lack of masks and social distancing at a Trump White House event. Oklahoma Health Department urges Trump rally attendees to 'seek out testing" ahead of event. The department also issues guidance ahead of the Trump rally in Tulsa. De Blasio says New York City can begin phase two of its reopening next week.
Texas reaches a new record high for daily Covd-19 cases. New virus cases are rising in Southern and Western United States. Fauci says its "troublesome" that states are not adhering to guidelines. A key model is projecting over 200,000 United States deaths by October. A study shows that steroid drug cuts risk of dying by one-third in sickest patients. United States government is exploring 14 coronavirus vaccine candidates with the goal of narrowing the candidates to 7.
Trump forcefully defends police while ordering modest police reforms. Trump signs an order recommending that police ban chokeholds expect when officers' life are at risk.
Sports leagues are playing a pivotal role in movement for social and racial justice. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 16, 2020 • 39min
Atlanta Mayor Signs Orders On Police Use Of Force
The 21st day of protests commences after the police killing of a Black man in Atlanta intensifies for racial justice. After the fatal shooting of Rayshard Brooks, the Atlanta mayor signs orders on police use of force. Rayshard Brooks' widow speaks on his death and says, "it was murder." Newly released dispatcher audio reveals concern over officers' use of force on George Floyd. Trump says he'll sign an executive order on police reform tomorrow.
19 Atlanta police officers have resigned in the last 10 days, the number of police resignations grows amid calls for police reform.
Trump reschedules Tulsa rally amid backlash over plans to hold the rally on Juneteenth, the day that marks the end of slavery. Trump claims nearly one million people want tickets to his Tulsa rally as experts warn of coronavirus risk.Trump's recent walk down a ramp at West Point is raising health questions.
The United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 116,000. The FDA ends emergency use of Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine citing "serious cardiac adverse events." The NFL Network says that several Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans players test positive for coronavirus.
Supreme Court says that workers can't be fired for being LGBTQ. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 13, 2020 • 39min
Trump stokes racial divisions and defends response to protests
Trump suggests he's done more for blacks than Lincoln; says Lincoln "did good", but it's "always questionable", U.S. Coronavirus death toll surpasses 114,000 as CDC projects 130,000 deaths by July 4, New York governor signs package of sweeping police reform bills.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 12, 2020 • 38min
Top U.S. General Says Appearing In Trump Photo Op Was Mistake
The 17th day of protests begin nationwide, including protests against Trump's visit in Dallas. GOP-led panel moves to remove confederate names on military assets amid Trump's opposition.
Trump tweets that "anarchists just took over Seattle" in growing feud with Washing government over protests. Three top Black officials in Dallas are not invited to a Trump event. Trump addresses police reform in Dallas. Trump says the White House is working on an executive order on policing standards for the use of force, including tactics for de-escalation. Trump says, "We will heal no wounds by falsely labeling tens of millions of decent Americans ass racists or bigots." Seattle mayor on Trump's criticism says, Go back to your bunker." Biden is "absolutely convinced" that the military would escort Trump from the White House if he loses and refuses to leave the White House.
Trump to hold Tulsa rally on the day marking slave emancipation in the city where racist violence led to 1921 massacre of Black people.
The United States coronavirus death toll tops 113,000 as a key model forecasts 170,000 additional coronavirus deaths by October. Dow plunges more than 1,800 points on new coronavirus fears. South Carolina extends state of emergency after spike in coronavirus cases. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 11, 2020 • 39min
The 16th Night Of Protests Are Under Way Over George Floyd's Death
George Floyd's brother says to lawmakers, "stop the pain" and "listen to the call" for policing reforms. Minneapolis police chief promises to regain public's trust. The Minneapolis police chief also says that race is an "inextricably" part of policing. The Minneapolis police chief has also pulled out of negotiations with the police union, as he is looking for "more flexibility in true reform." The Minneapolis mayor backs the the police chief's reform plan.
A report says that Derek Chauvin's plea deal was discussed before he was arrested and charged with murder for George Floyd's death.
At least 12 cities and municipalities are banning choke holds in policing. Nascar officials say that the display of the confederate flag will be prohibited. Trump says administration won't consider renaming military bases named after confederate military leaders. Kudlow joins Attorney General Barr and the national security adviser in denying systemic racism.
Officials say that Trump is eyeing a meeting with social justice campaigners. Sources say that Trump and McConnell met at White House to discuss senate races amid concerns about president's poll numbers.
Coronavirus cases in the United States nears two million and more than 112,000 deaths. A Harvard doctor says 100,000 more Americans will die from coronavirus by September. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 10, 2020 • 39min
George Floyd To Be Laid To Rest After Emotional Final Memorial
The 15th night of protests are underway as George Floyd is laid to rest. George Floyd's funeral procession is on it's way to the cemetery in Houston, after George was eulogized by family, friends and leaders. Horse drawn carriage takes George Floyd to his final resting place.
Newly released police body cam video captures a Black man saying "I can't breathe" multiple times during a fatal arrest in Texas.
Wolf Blitzer discusses what "Defund The Police" advocates hope to accomplish.
Trump tweets a baseless smear while questioning if an elderly Buffalo protester shoved by the police, was a "set up." Most of the GOP senators are being silent on Trump's tweet about the elderly protestor. McConnell refuses to say whether Trump's tweet on elderly Buffalo protestor was appropriate.
Attorney General Barr contradicts Trump on why president was in a White House bunker.
United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 111,000, almost two million cases in the country. Fauci says that the coronavirus is "my worst nightmare," worse than Ebola or HIV. More than 60 coronavirus cases are tied to Memorial Day gatherings in Vermont. The World Health Organization tries to clear up confusing comments made about asymptomatic spread of the virus. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


