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Aftershocks Rattle California As Tsunami Warning Lifted Dec 06, 2024

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In the New York City manhunt, brand new surveillance footage appears to show the man who killed the UnitedHealthcare CEO. Plus, several powerful aftershocks hit the west coast after a major 7.0 earthquake occurs off the coast of California.

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Police Put Out New Photos Of Suspect Amid NYC Manhunt Dec 05, 2024

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Pete Hegseth is making his last stand on Capitol Hill, hoping to shore up support from lawmakers so he could run the Pentagon as President-elect Trump’s pick. Plus, an active manhunt is underway in New York City as police search for the gunman who shot and killed the CEO of UnitedHealthcare outside a hotel in midtown Manhattan.

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South Korean President Lifts Martial Law Order Dec 04, 2024

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A close American ally declares martial law as protests emerge at South Korea’s parliament. What does this mean for a region already on edge? Plus, the president-elect’s cabinet picks are on Capitol Hill including the latest embattled nominee Pete Hegseth. We share what we’re learning about what Hegseth told senators behind closed doors about his confirmation process.

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Biden Grants Son “Full And Unconditional Pardon” Dec 03, 2024

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First Lady Jill Biden defends her husband’s decision to pardon his adult son Hunter after insisting for months he would not do so. Was that a boldface lie? We have the latest reaction. Plus, a look at President-elect Trump’s plans to upend the Justice Department as he kicks FBI director Christopher Wray to the curb and replaces him with Kash Patel.

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Mexico’s President Denies Trump Claim She Will Close Border Nov 30, 2024

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New details about bomb threats sent to a number of lawmakers while another Democrat is targeted. There is a common signature on the messages coming one day after the threats to several Trump administration picks. Plus, the Mexican president is disputing Trump and his description of their conversation.

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FBI Investigating Bomb Threats Targeting Trump Picks Nov 28, 2024

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A stunning murder for hire plot targeting a detective. The suspect is a dentist who is already in jail for poisoning his wife. Plus, fears of a target list for the world’s richest man. The names of government employees were shared online by Elon Musk. Could their jobs and safety now be on the line?

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Biden: Israel, Lebanon Agree To Ceasefire Deal Nov 27, 2024

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President Biden speaks at the White House after the Israeli security cabinet approved a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah in Lebanon. We examine what this could mean for the region and a potential ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza. Plus, President-elect Trump vows new tariffs on his first day in office. Business owners warn the costs will be passed down to consumers.

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Sources: Trump Lawyers Investigate Top Trump Aide Nov 26, 2024

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Special counsel Jack Smith drops two major cases against Donald Trump. We examine what this means for Trump and Jack Smith. Plus, what sources say about an internal investigation outing a character trying to make money off of his connection to Donald Trump.

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Trump Expected To Offer Kelly Loeffler Job As Agriculture Secretary Nov 23, 2024

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Former senator and WNBA team owner Kelly Loeffler is expected to be the next name in the Trump administration. Plus, Matt Gaetz is officially out of two jobs after announcing he will not return to Congress and withdrawing his name for consideration for attorney general.

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Matt Gaetz Withdraws As Trump’s Attorney General Pick Nov 22, 2024

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Former congressman Matt Gaetz will not be the next United States attorney general amid serious questions about statutory rape and other sexual misconduct allegations. The former congressman withdrew his name from President-elect Trump’s nomination process this afternoon. Plus, Donald Trump’s pick for education secretary is being sued for allegedly enabling the sexual abuse of children.

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