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Former Trump Officials Sound the Alarm, While Some Are Back in His Camp Oct 26, 2024

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This week, Christiane explores why some former Donald Trump officials are backing him again, despite warnings from senior figures like John Kelly and General Mark Milley that a second Trump term would see him govern as a fascist. Gordon Sondland was Trump’s former EU Ambassador, testified against him during his impeachment trial, was fired, and is now backing him again. He joins Christiane to explain his change of heart. Legendary investigative journalist, Bob Woodward, discusses his new book “War," what he learned about Biden while chronicling his presidency, and warns that a second Trump term should worry everyone. Then, Stacey Abrams and Melissa Etheridge speak with Christiane about the role of protest music in shaping politics in their new documentary Louder: The Soundtrack for Change.

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Trump's Fascination with Dictators Oct 25, 2024

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As the Presidential race reaches its final days, warnings from Donald Trump's closest advisors about his preoccupation with dictators are making their way into Kamala Harris' closing argument. The Atlantic Editor-in-Chief Jeffrey Goldberg wrote the article called "Trump: I Need the Kind of Generals that Hitler had" that's getting so much attention in these waning days of the campaign. He joins the show from Washington.

Also on today's show: author John Grisham; Arwa Damon, director, "Seize the Summit"

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Is Israel Using Human Shields in Gaza? Oct 24, 2024

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A UN report warns Gaza is at "breaking point" and that Israel's relentless bombing has reduced life expectancy, education and standard of living back to 1955 levels. The IDF justifies its attacks, claiming Hamas and Hezbollah are deeply embedded among civilians. Which makes a new report particularly horrifying. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond investigates claims that Israel is forcing Palestinians to act as "human shields" in Gaza, to avoid putting its troops in harm's way.

Also on today's show: Former US Ambassador to the EU Gordon Sondland; voting rights activist Stacey Abrams and singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge; Jason Furman, former Chair, Council of Economic Advisers

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Will Pennsylvania Decide US Presidential Race? Oct 23, 2024

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The latest polls suggest the race for US president between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris remains incredibly tight. The final result will surely come down to a handful of swing states, like Pennsylvania, which both candidates are trying to clinch. Veteran journalist Christine Spolar has been interviewing voters in the state for months now, and joins Christiane from Pittsburgh.

Also on today's show: legendary investigative reporter Bob Woodward discusses his new book "War"; Arielle Angel, Editor-in-Chief, Jewish Currents

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Will Israel Re-establish Settlements in Gaza? Oct 22, 2024

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is back in Israel trying to bring the war in Gaza to an end. Hundreds have been killed there in the last two weeks alone with no word from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on what he sees as Gaza's future. Far-right Israelis, including government ministers, are calling for settlements in the enclave. Jerusalem correspondent Jeremy Diamond joins the show and brings us a report on these settlers.

Also on today's show: Moldova Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi; author Ben Macintyre; former Acting US Solicitor General Neal Katyal

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Trying to Make Sense of the Mideast Mess Oct 21, 2024

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Despite killing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar last week, Israel is stepping up its military campaign in Gaza. In Lebanon, Israel’s campaign is straying further from military targets, attacking branches of a Hezbollah financial center which is used by many civilians as a bank. Meanwhile, a Hezbollah drone has hit the private residence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who was not there, and no injuries have been reported. Ryan Crocker, who served as US ambassador to Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, and other posts across the region joins Christiane to discuss.

Also on today's show: Leslie Vinjamuri from the think tank Chatham House & Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg on the upcoming US presidential election; Lt. Colonel Alexander Vindman (Ret.)

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Rare Insights into Hamas Chief Yahya Sinwar's Thinking Oct 19, 2024

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As the stakes of a razor-thin U.S. election couldn’t be higher, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Christiane in London where she was whipping up votes from Democrats overseas. She warned of the unprecedented implications for American democracy and called the leverage given to the Netanyahu government by the White House "most destructive." Then, Leslie Vinjamuri of Chatham House in London and Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg break down how U.S. allies are preparing for the results of the U.S. presidential election, and why Democrats remain hopeful about Kamala Harris' chances despite the tightening polls. Director Ali Abbasi discusses his new film, The Apprentice, chronicling Trump’s rise and the battle to get it released in U.S. theaters. Plus, as Trump calls for the death penalty for drug dealers, Ivan Watson goes inside Singapore’s Changi Prison to examine the policy from up close. From the archives, Yuval Bitton shares rare insights into Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's extremist thinking. And finally, the goddess of pop Cher is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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How Will Hamas Leader's Death Impact War, Hostages? Oct 18, 2024

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Following the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, many are wondering what its influence might be on the Israel-Hamas war, including the fate of the hostages. Former longtime hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin, author of "The Negotiator: Freeing Gilad Schalit from Hamas," joins the show to discuss.

Also on today's show: Ali Abbasi, Director, "The Apprentice"; Renee Diresta, Associate Research Professor, Georgetown; actor Gillian Anderson on her new book about female sexuality, "Want"

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Hamas Leader, Mastermind of October 7 Attacks, Killed Oct 17, 2024

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The Hamas leader and mastermind of the October 7 attacks, Yahya Sinwar, is dead. Investigative journalist Ronen Bergman joins the show from Tel Aviv with the latest. Then, as the war rumbles on, where does this leave ceasefire negotiations? What about the hostages? We get the American perspective from former top diplomat Richard Haass. Plus, we get reaction from retired Israeli General Noam Tibon.

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Ukrainian Long-Range Drones Oct 16, 2024

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Outmanned and outgunned, Ukraine must work creatively to make a dent in Russia's war machine. Long-range drones that strike deep inside Russia are one of those innovations. Correspondent Fred Pleitgen was given exclusive access to one top-secret drone unit, and brings us a report from the frontline.

Also on today's show: former NATO Deputy Secretary-General Rose Gottemoeller; NPR music critic Ann Powers; PolitiFact founder Bill Adair

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