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Trump’s NBC News Interview, Ryan Routh Sentenced, WaPo Layoffs and more Feb 04, 2026

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We start with key takeaways from President Donald Trump on Iran and the immigration crackdown in Minneapolis. The Supreme Court has greenlit a blue state’s new congressional map. The fate of the man who tried to assassinate Trump at his golf course in 2024 has been sealed. The Washington Post, owned by Jeff Bezos, made dramatic cuts. Plus, one of the deadliest attacks this year in an African country.

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DHS Drawdown, Unverified Ransom Notes, Cheaper Snacks and more Feb 04, 2026

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DHS personnel are leaving Minneapolis, though Border Czar Tom Homan has outlined conditions. Investigators are reviewing new evidence in the search for Nancy Guthrie. Lawmakers have sidestepped a government shutdown but another deadline looms. US, Ukrainian and Russian peace deal negotiators are meeting in Abu Dhabi. Plus, ahead of the Super Bowl, some of your favorite snacks are getting cheaper.

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Government Reopens But DHS Funding Fight Heats Up, Olympic Skier Lindsey Vonn to Compete With Injury, Westminster's Top Dog and more Feb 04, 2026

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President Trump signed a spending package to open the government back up. Authorities found blood inside the home of Nancy Guthrie. Powerful men respond to details in the latest release of the Epstein files. US skier Lindsey Vonn will compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics, and we have a winner in the Westminster Dog Show.

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Shutdown Ends, US-Iran Tensions, Disney’s New CEO and more Feb 03, 2026

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President Donald Trump has signed a massive funding bill that will fully reopen the government. Two incidents took place between the US and Iran on international waters, days before nuclear talks. Arizona investigators are pleading for help in the search for a “Today” show anchor’s missing mother. Disney’s hunt for a new leader is over. Plus, an American skiing superstar is keeping her Olympic dream alive.

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Must-pass Funding Package, X Offices Raided, NASA Moon Mission Delayed and more Feb 03, 2026

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President Donald Trump and House Speaker Johnson are pressuring Republican hold outs to back a bill aimed at ending the partial government shutdown. President Trump is also proposing an overhaul of the current election system. Washington and Tehran have tentatively agreed to resume nuclear talks. Elon Musk has been summoned for questioning after X's offices in Paris were raided by police. Plus, we'll tell you why NASA’s Artemis II mission has been delayed.

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Trump Wants GOP to 'Nationalize' Elections, Nancy Guthrie Search, Clintons Agree to Epstein Deposition, Olympians to Watch and more Feb 03, 2026

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President Trump calls on the GOP to “Nationalize” future elections. Authorities are investigating the disappearance of the mother of NBC’s Savannah Guthrie as a crime. Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to appear for in-person depositions in Washington, DC. Elon Musk merged two of his companies, xAI and SpaceX. Plus, trailblazing women set to make history at the Winter Olympics.

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MN Body Cameras, Shutdown Showdown, Au Pair Affair Verdict and more Feb 02, 2026

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We start with major changes to the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Minneapolis. House Speaker Mike Johnson faces a key hurdle to reopen parts of the federal government. President Donald Trump struck a deal to lower tariffs on a US trading partner. We have an update from authorities investigating the disappearance of a “Today” show anchor’s mother. We’ll explain why Trump is threatening to sue Grammy host Trevor Noah. Plus, a man on trial for a high-profile double-murder case learns his fate.

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‘Weaponization Working Group’, Target’s Trouble, Savannah Guthrie’s Mom is Missing and more Feb 02, 2026

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President Donald Trump is frustrated with Department of Justice officials tasked with reviewing “politicized justice.” The House is preparing to vote on a deal aimed at averting a full government shutdown. Target’s new CEO is stepping in as the company navigates economic and political strain. The US and Iran are working toward a new nuclear deal. Plus, police and rescue teams are searching for the mother of an NBC "Today" anchor

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5-Year-Old Boy and His Father Back in MN After Over a Week in ICE Detention, Kennedy Center Closing, Grammy Highlights and more Feb 02, 2026

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The DOJ says they may appeal a ruling that allowed a 5-year-old and his father to go back to Minneapolis. Deputy AG Todd Blanche says there will be no new charges stemming from the latest release of the Epstein files. The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington will close for roughly two years to allow for extensive renovations. Bad Bunny won Album of the Year and a steakhouse chain is launching a limited edition “steak commitment ring” in time for Valentine’s Day.

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One Thing: New TikTok: Different Owners, Fresh Censorship Concerns Feb 01, 2026

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TikTok was on the verge of being banned in the US as President Donald Trump took office last year. Now, its US operations are in the hands of new owners after a deal backed by the Trump administration. Since those owners took control, some users on the left claim they’ve been having trouble posting about sensitive topics like ICE or Jeffrey Epstein. So is this a tech hiccup, or a possible sign of political censorship?

For more: The Trump-approved US TikTok is off to a rough start

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Guest: Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Tech Editor

Host: David Rind

Producer: Paola Ortiz

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

Photo Credit: Brook Joyner/CNN

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