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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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Oct 15, 2022 • 1h 19min
DOJ files formal appeal of Mar-a-Lago special master
The DOJ just filed a formal appeal of the appointment of a special master who is overseeing the review of highly classified documents seized from Mar-a-Lago. Also, former President Trump lashes out at the January 6th select committee but doesn’t reveal if he’ll comply with the subpoena from the committee. Plus, Ukrainian forces are making major gains in the occupied Kherson region, prompting Russian officials to announce an evacuation.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 13, 2022 • 1h 20min
January 6 committee subpoenas Trump
The January 6th select committee punctuates its final hearing before the midterm elections with a bombshell: a subpoena for former President Donald Trump. The panel also played never-before-seen footage of congressional leaders sheltering from the mob during the attack. Also, the Supreme Court rejects Trump’s plea to intervene in the fight over classified documents seized by the FBI. Plus, a Florida jury recommends gunman Nikolas Cruz not receive the death penalty and instead spend the rest of his life in prison without parole.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 12, 2022 • 1h 20min
Jury: Alex Jones should pay nearly $1 billion to Sandy Hook families
A jury has awarded nearly one billion dollars to Sandy Hook families in the defamation case against Alex Jones. Then, Russia launches mass casualty missile strikes in Ukraine as the U.S. and NATO scramble to beef up Ukrainian air defenses. White House national security official John Kirby joins to discuss the administration’s response to Vladimir Putin’s provocation. Also, the January 6th committee is poised to argue that President Trump remains a clear and present danger to democracy in America.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 12, 2022 • 1h 20min
UK spy chief: Russia “desperate” as military supplies run low
Russia unleashes a new round of revenge attacks on Ukraine triggering air raid sirens and destruction. President Zelensky is pleading with G7 nations for more weapons during emergency talks on the deadly Russian bombardment. Also, the DOJ is urging the Supreme Court to stay out of the dispute of classified documents seized from Mar-a-Lago. Plus, prosecutors have dropped all charges against Adnan Syed who has spent 23 years in jail.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 11, 2022 • 1h 20min
Biden promises Ukraine “advanced air defense systems”
Flames and destruction in the Ukrainian capital after Russia unleashes its heaviest air strikes since the invasion. A key adviser to President Volodymyr Zelensky joins to discuss the implications for the war. Also, new images and emails undercut former President Trump’s attempts to blame the federal government for the classified documents found at Mar-a-Lago. Plus, a state of emergency is now in effect in New York City as officials struggle to house thousands of migrants bussed by Republicans.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 8, 2022 • 40min
Sources: top U.S. officials surprised by Biden’s nuke “armageddon” warning
President Biden ignites a firestorm with an unexpected warning that Russia’s war on Ukraine could spark what he calls a nuclear armageddon. U.S. officials say there’s no new intelligence, but the message is consistent. Also, Rep. Zoe Lofgren joins to discuss how the Justice Department believes former President Trump has not returned all the classified documents he took from the White House.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 7, 2022 • 41min
Ukraine: counteroffensive reclaims 120+ settlements in two weeks
Major developments in Ukraine where Russian forces are fleeing a relentless counteroffensive. There are nuclear fears as Vladimir Putin lays claim to an embattled Ukrainian nuclear power plant. U.S. Undersecretary of State Victoria Nuland joins to provide details. Sources say the Georgia prosecutor investigating the plot to overturn the 2020 presidential election could begin issuing indictments as soon as December.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 6, 2022 • 1h 20min
Iranian government arrests eight after teen protestor found dead
In Iran, the government says eight people are under arrest after a young protestor was found dead. Also, there are fears that gas prices could once again surge as a group of oil producing nations are set to slash output. Plus, sources tell CNN the U.S. intelligence community now believes elements within the Ukrainian government authorized a car bombing that killed the daughter of a prominent Russian nationalist.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 5, 2022 • 40min
Trump goes to Supreme Court over Mar-a-Lago search
Former President Trump files an emergency request at the Supreme Court, asking the justices to intervene in the dispute over materials seized at Mar-a-Lago. Plus, CNN is on the ground in Florida where rescuers are trying to reach survivors nearly a week after Hurricane Ian. Also, Iranian protestors brave bullets and beatings as fierce anti-regime demonstrations grow.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 4, 2022 • 41min
Hurricane Ian’s death toll rises to at least 104
The death toll from Hurricane Ian surges to at least 104 people as urgent rescues are still underway and emergency crews track down survivors. Also, an exclusive CNN report from a key city just recaptured by Ukrainian forces. Ukraine’s ambassador to the United States joins to discuss the latest from the war zone. Plus, developments in the Oath Keepers seditious conspiracy trial which is now underway.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


