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Trump welcomes Zelensky, TX quorum reached, MSNBC name-change & more Aug 18, 2025

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We begin with President Donald Trump’s meeting with Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House. The first of 10 high-profile Democratic and Republican witnesses in a Jeffrey Epstein probe appeared for his deposition. Texas House Democrats’ redistricting standoff came to an end today. MSNBC is getting a branding makeover. Plus, the controversy surrounding a Swiss watchmaker’s ads.

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‘Alligator Alcatraz’ hearing, back-to-school shopping, new dictionary words & more Aug 18, 2025

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Ukraine’s president and European leaders are heading to the White House today to discuss a potential peace plan with Russia. A federal judge is hearing arguments today on another lawsuit against the makeshift immigration detention center in Florida. We’ll break down the chilling words from a leaked recording of Israel’s former military intelligence chief. Back-to-school shopping is happening in a surprising place. Plus, the TikTok trends that inspired new dictionary words.

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Land for peace deal, redistricting fights, AT&T data breach payout & more Aug 18, 2025

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Ukraine's president is expected to be pushed to swap land for peace and security during today’s White House summit. Texas and California are moving forward with redrawing electoral maps in their respective states. Police are searching for multiple suspects after a deadly shooting at a crowded Brooklyn lounge. We’ll tell you why the US is suspending visitor visas for people from Gaza. Plus, AT&T subscribers may be in for a small windfall.

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White House summit, Hurricane Erin, sending troops to DC & more Aug 18, 2025

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European leaders, including Ukraine’s, will meet at the White House today following President Donald Trump’s meeting with Russia’s president. We track the first major storm of the hurricane season that’s also one of the most rapidly intensifying storms in Atlantic history. Three states are sending hundreds of National Guard troops to Washington, DC. We’ll tell you why one of the largest demonstrations since the Gaza war began has taken place in Israel. Plus, striking airline workers have defied a government back-to-work order.

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One Thing: What Trump’s DC Takeover is Really About Aug 17, 2025

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As President Donald Trump’s takeover of Washington, DC law enforcement continues, some critics are questioning just how much safer it will make the streets – and whether the tactics will soon be replicated in other cities. We hear from an expert who believes there may be other motivations behind Trump’s unprecedented actions in the capital.

Guest: Trevor Gardner, Professor of Law, Washington University in St. Louis

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Host: David Rind

Producer: Paola Ortiz

Senior Producer: Faiz Jamil

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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5 Good Things: How a Principal Gets Kids Excited for Back to School Aug 16, 2025

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The “Parody Principal” remixes morning announcements. New research breaks down the amount of dance moves cockatoos have up their wings. This CNN Hero is feeding thousands with free meals that were going to be thrown out. One musician’s loss sparked a creative solution to help others facing the same thing. Plus, getting your spouse’s attention is an art form at this beloved Iowa State fair contest.

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Trump-Putin summit, US troops vs. drug cartels, Americans drinking differently & more Aug 15, 2025

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We start with the high-stakes meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. A dramatic US military show is happening in the waters around Latin America and the Caribbean. We have the latest from a hearing about DC’s police takeover lawsuit. The mayor of New Orleans has been indicted. Plus, a new survey shows Americans’ drinking habits are changing.

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What Putin wants, Texas House reconvenes, ‘woke’ teacher test & more Aug 15, 2025

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A Russia expert weighs in on how Russian President Vladimir Putin may be approaching his meeting with President Donald Trump. Attempts are being made in DC to end Trump’s police takeover. We'll tell you where Hurricane Erin is heading. Texas Republicans have called a new special session. Plus, some teachers in this state will now have to pass a controversial new test.

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DC sues Trump admin, Hurricane Erin, at-home flu vaccine & more Aug 15, 2025

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President Donald Trump laid out why he was having today’s summit with his Russian counterpart. Washington, DC is suing the federal government over its takeover of the city's police. The Atlantic Ocean officially has its first hurricane of the season. We break down the latest economic data on mortgage rates and more. Plus, you can now give yourself a flu vaccine at home without needing a needle.

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DC confusion, DEI guidance blocked, ICE raid death & more Aug 15, 2025

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Ukrainian civilians are continuing to die in Russian attacks ahead of today’s summit between the US and Russian presidents. There’s confusion in DC as federal agents prepare clearing out homeless encampments. Texas Democratic lawmakers say they’ll return to the state to end the redistricting standoff - but there’s a catch. A district judge has blocked the Trump administrations DEI guidance in schools. And, a man has died while running from ICE agents in California.

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