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Battle over voting maps, border wall changes, frozen shrimp recall & more Aug 20, 2025

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We start with the latest in Texas and California’s redistricting wars. President Donald Trump is calling for another top Fed official’s resignation. We’ll explain why the US-Mexico border will look different. Tensions are rising between Israel and several of its Western allies. Plus, a warning for Walmart shoppers.

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Hurricane Erin strengthens, CEO steps down, White House TikTok & more Aug 20, 2025

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The Kremlin throws cold water on the White House’s plans for a bilateral meeting between Russia and Ukraine’s leaders. We have the latest forecast on Hurricane Erin. Poor sales at this retail staple have led to a change of leadership. Hundreds of Health and Human Services staffers aren’t happy with their boss. Plus, the clue that could mean TikTok is here to stay in the US.

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Israeli military call-up, ‘anti-Americanism’ visa screens, Yosemite pride flag & more Aug 20, 2025

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We explain why Russia is refusing to commit to details for a planned meeting with Ukraine. Israel is increasing the size of its army before a planned takeover of Gaza City. Texas House Democrats are not backing down ahead of a vote on new congressional maps today. A new visa policy to screen for “anti-Americanism” harks back to the 1950s. Plus, a National Park ranger has lost their job over a pride flag.

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Moscow stalls, Trump’s Smithsonian attack, manipulated crime figures & more Aug 20, 2025

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The Kremlin has yet to make any commitments ahead of a meeting being planned between Russia and Ukraine’s leaders. Trump has criticized the Smithsonian Institution for its focus on slavery. The DOJ is investigating the crime figures of the nation’s capital. A state of emergency has been declared in North Carolina because of Hurricane Erin. Plus, hundreds of items are about to get more expensive because of tariffs.

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Putin-Zelensky meeting, tariff rebate checks, Hurricane Erin forecast & more Aug 19, 2025

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We start with what we know so far about potential plans for a meeting between Russia and Ukraine’s presidents. Some files related to Jeffrey Epstein’s case will be made public soon. We’ll explain why the Trump administration is throwing cold water on tariff rebate checks. We’re tracking Hurricane Erin as it churns along much of the US East Coast. Plus, a Texas lawmaker’s marathon protest on the state House floor.

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Ukraine’s allies meet, Home Depot prices, new Kohberger files & more Aug 19, 2025

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As Western Europe promises to support Ukraine, all eyes are on President Donald Trump to see what role the US will play. We’ll tell you about another early ouster in the latest Pentagon shakeup. Tariffs are prompting an additional retailer to raise prices. Pediatricians are breaking from CDC vaccine guidance. Plus, what new accounts reveal about Bryan Kohberger’s interactions, months before the Idaho college killings.

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US troops in Ukraine, Ozempic discount, Miss Universe first & more Aug 19, 2025

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We break down the latest on the diplomacy efforts to end the war in Ukraine, including a comment President Donald Trump is walking back about US involvement. More state governors are sending National Guard troops to Washington DC. We’ll tell you why part of a lawsuit over “Alligator Alcatraz” has been dismissed. How Americans can get Ozempic for half the price. Plus, a beauty queen will make history.

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Putin distrust, Epstein record handover, FBI shake-up & more Aug 19, 2025

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EU leaders are cautious about trusting Russian leader Vladimir Putin’s commitment to ending the war in Ukraine. A House Committee chair says the DOJ will soon start handing over records related to Jeffrey Epstein. A ceasefire proposal accepted by Hamas is facing several stumbling blocks. A new appointment at the FBI may indicate a major personnel change. Plus, the Air Canada flight attendant strike may be coming to an end.

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Zelensky-Putin meeting, TX floor drama, mail-in ballots & more Aug 19, 2025

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President Donald Trump is pushing for a meeting between his Ukrainian and Russian counterparts. We explain why a Democratic Texas lawmaker spent the night on the House floor. Trump is targeting mail-in ballots ahead of the 2026 midterms. Hurricane Erin could cause life-threatening rip currents in North Carolina. Plus, the final guilty plea over the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry.

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High-stakes talks, Newsmax settlement, measles outbreak update & more Aug 18, 2025

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We start with the latest on multilateral talks in the White House about a possible end to the Russia-Ukraine war. We have an update on Gaza ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas. Police are investigating a shooting that killed two officers in the line of duty. We’ll tell you about the latest right-wing outlet to settle a defamation lawsuit over its 2020 election coverage. Plus, where the measles outbreak in Texas stands now.

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