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As today's show begins we're waiting for President Trump to meet with his cabinet on what could be a watershed day for both his administration and global politics. Israel and Hamas are on the cusp of finalizing a deal that could end the two-year war in Gaza. CNN's extensive coverage begins with Jeremy Diamond in Tel Aviv.
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First: Former FBI Director James Comey pled not guilty this morning to federal charges pushed and celebrated by President Trump. We have new details on how Comey's lawyers plan to use the president's own words to try to dismiss the case altogether.
Plus: We'll break down the president's new threat to imprison Chicago leaders as National Guard troops are prepping just outside the city limits.
And: Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi joins the show will be here to talk about the Democrats' shutdown strategy and how it's impacting you.
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First: President Trump is facing a new lawsuit and judicial ruling over his push to send National Guard troops into American cities. We have new details on the White House plan to fight back and what it could mean for your community.
Plus: House Speaker Mike Johnson says the shutdown ball is in the Senate Democrats' court. Manu speaks to a Democratic Senator about his party's plans. ]
And: The highest court in the land is back on the bench for a new session. We'll break down why the court's key actions during the summer break may foreshadow this momentous term to come.
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Is the clash in Illinois reaching a boiling point? As Republicans and Democrats dig in on a shutdown and the White House threatens mass layoffs who is getting cold feet.
Plus, back to the bench. The Supreme Court returns tomorrow to take on tariffs, guns and transgender athletes will they hand more power to the President.
Why is MAGA world upset over Bad Bunny playing the Super Bowl Half-Time show?
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Sean "Diddy" Combs is inside a Manhattan courtroom waiting to personally address the judge who will decide his fate. The rap mogul already spent more than a year behind bars and faces another decade or more for two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. The defense wants several people to speak on his behalf at today's hearing, but the prosecution says no victims will address the judge. CNN is inside the courtroom to bring you minute-by-minute updates throughout this hour.
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First: The shutdown stalemate continues, and Democrats say they have no plans to give up on their demands on health care. They claim voters are on their side, but is that true? We have results from a brand new poll asking just that.
Plus: We have exclusive new CNN reporting on the president's point man on presidential power and how he plans to use the shutdown to slash the size of government even further.
And: Another top federal prosecutor loses his job not because of anything he did wrong, but apparently because of a false accusation from a far-right activist.
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Negotiations to end the government shutdown remain at a standstill, meaning hundreds of thousands of people are getting furloughed, while others are working without pay. Joining us to discuss the stalemate is Speaker of the House Mike Johnson.
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Addressing a rare gathering of top US military officials from around the world, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces new standards designed to eliminate "fat generals and admirals." And if his mandatory fitness tests means fewer women in the military, he says, "so be it." We analyze his comments as well as those from President Trump, joined by an Air Force veteran in Congress who just happens to be female.
Also on today's show: A government shutdown is just hours away and there is no sign that the two sides are even talking. The only thing crossing the aisle is blame.
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First: As today's show begins, President Trump his holding the first of two high-takes negotiations that will have major repercussions both at home and abroad.
Plus: The Trump Administration announces plans to send troops to one of the bluest cities in one of the bluest states in the country. Democrats have already launched a legal counterstrike, but can they stop the president?
And: We're standing by for a news conference on the deadly attack on a Michigan church. Officials there may have new details on the killer's motive.
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Host Manu Raju discusses the impending federal government shutdown with a panel of experts, highlighting President Trump’s meeting with congressional leaders and the policy changes Democrats are demanding in healthcare. The script also delves into Trump's retribution against political foes, his use of the Justice Department, and the broader implications for democratic norms. Additionally, it features an interview with Congressman Seth Moulton discussing potential primary challenges and the need for generational change in the Democratic Party. The script wraps up with insights into the growing number of politically independent voters and the implications for both parties.
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