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Trump-Harvard fight escalates, DC shooting suspect, rising mortgage rates & more May 22, 2025

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The Trump administration’s feud with Harvard University is impacting international students. We have new information on a fiery, business jet crash in a San Diego neighborhood. The man suspected of killing two Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington DC appeared in court. A critical hearing over a motion to stop Mahmoud Khalil’s deportation is underway. Plus, the financial rollercoaster continues for homebuyers.

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Supreme Court deadlock, Kid Cudi testimony, no more pennies & more May 22, 2025

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A high-profile challenge over the nation’s first religious charter school is left in place – for now. The first “Make American Healthy Again” report tackles chronic disease in children. NOAA has released its hurricane forecast for 2025. Rapper Kid Cudi took the stand in the trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Plus, the US Treasury's plan to kill the penny.

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San Diego plane crash, Gaza aid, lesbian legal battle & more May 22, 2025

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We start with reactions to the tragic shooting of two Israeli embassy workers in Washington, DC. Aid has been delivered to Gaza, but UN officials say its not enough. A business jet crash in San Diego left multiple casualties. The US bond market responds to Trump’s tax cut bill. And, we tell you why some lesbian moms in Italy are celebrating today.

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House passes Trump’s bill, Workday AI lawsuit, legend fights again & more May 22, 2025

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In a victory for Speaker Mike Johnson, the House has passed President Donald Trump’s domestic policy bill. We’re learning more details about the shooting that killed two Israeli embassy staffers. A Columbia University student has a key immigration hearing today. HR software company Workday is being sued over its job applicant screening. Plus, a boxing legend is coming out of retirement.

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Embassy staffers shot, ‘gold card’ visas, band member terror charge & more May 22, 2025

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Two Israeli embassy workers have been killed in a shooting in Washington, DC. House lawmakers have been debating President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” all night and a vote is expected soon. Wealthy foreign nationals may soon be able to register for Trump’s “gold card” visa. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he’ll hold monthly prayer meetings at the Pentagon. Plus, a member of a hip hop band has been charged with a terror offense.

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Tax bill impasse, Qatar’s luxury jet accepted, 'tush push’ allowed & more May 21, 2025

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President Donald Trump has met with key GOP holdouts to work through major roadblocks to pass his agenda. We have new developments on the plane from Qatar that raised ethical and legal questions for the White House. We’ll break down the latest ruling on Trump’s deportation flights. The FDA is cracking down on off-brand Ozempic products. Plus, the NFL has voted on a controversial play.

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Trump’s ‘white genocide’ claims, police reform reversal, Chris Brown bail & more May 21, 2025

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We start with a tense White House meeting between President Donald Trump and South Africa’s president. The Trump administration is putting police reform on the chopping block in two major cities. Israel may be planning to strike Iranian nuclear facilities. Target is facing more financial pressure since its DEI rollback. Plus, the latest on Chris Brown’s arrest in the UK.

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Johnson’s optimism, rich get richer, travel summer of hell & more May 21, 2025

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House Speaker Mike Johnson says he’s still planning to the GOP’s policy package to a vote today. The bill is expected to be good news for America’s wealthiest, who are still getting richer. Airlines are preparing for a tough summer after a turbulent first half of the year. Democratic Congressman Gerry Connolly has died. And, we’ll bring you an update on the work to clean up the LA wildfires.

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Elon Musk’s future, melting ice sheets, American veteran released & more May 21, 2025

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Elon Musk gets candid about his recommitment to Tesla. The US Homeland Security secretary incorrectly defined a legal principle the president may suspend. Scientists are giving a new warning about the world’s ice sheets. One of nine Americans declared wrongfully detained in Venezuela has been released. Plus, we’ll tell you who took the stand today in the trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs.

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Gaza starvation warning, Russian kill order, ‘Cheers’ actor dies & more May 21, 2025

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UNICEF says children are dying of malnutrition in Gaza, as international pressure on Israel mounts. We’ll tell you what’s being proposed in the GOP’s tax and spending bill. A radio transmission appears to show Russian troops being told to kill soldiers as they surrender. The sheriff who oversees the New Orleans jail where 10 inmates escaped says she’s suspending her re-election campaign. Plus, a beloved actor known for his role in “Cheers” has died.

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