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Why ‘dimestore gangster’ and serial liar George Santos was never vetted Dec 07, 2023

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Former congressman George Santos allegedly lied to donors about money donated for his campaign that he actually spent on luxury goods, travel, Botox and online porn. He faked his education, job history, even his 'Jewishness.' Last week, the House of Representatives voted to expel Santos, a historic moment that saw the Republican bounced from Congress. But where were the gatekeepers when he was elected? On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser, Bill Smee and Myron Kaplan. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

What the holiday shopping season tells us about the US economy in 2023 Dec 01, 2023

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Experts will tell you spending this time of year provides an important look at the health of the economy overall. And so far the patient doesn’t need any interventions because as CNN reported, the data that’s come in so far about Black Friday and Cyber Monday is making the U.S. consumer look pretty strong. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser, Bill Smee and Myron Kaplan. Sound engineering is by Joe Hiti.

Israel-Hamas War intensifies after ceasefire, dashing hopes for peace Nov 30, 2023

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Dozens of civilian hostages in Gaza were released after nearly two months in captivity. Their release came about through a ceasefire agreement and prisoner swap between Israel and Hamas. Many hope this step signals that a broader agreement for peace is on the horizon. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser, Bill Smee and Myron Kaplan. Sound engineering by Joe Hiti.

Are airlines prepared for record number of holiday travelers? Nov 22, 2023

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The Transportation Security Administration expects to screen 30 million passengers from Nov. 17 through Nov. 28 … the most ever.. Are people going to end up in a 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles' situation desperately trying to get where they're going? On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser, Bill Smee and Myron Kaplan. Sound engineering by Joe Hiti.

As Americans endure epic stress, expert says ‘try something new’ this holiday season Nov 17, 2023

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Believe it or not, amid war in the Middle East, the most polarized politics in American history and an economy that no one seems quite able to define, the festive season has returned. Find out how to keep your sanity and set your expectations where they should be over the holidays. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry; It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser, Bill Smee and Myron Kaplan. Sound engineering by Joe Hiti.

Could a Kennedy cost Trump or Biden the 2024 election 60 years after JFK? Nov 16, 2023

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Next week marks the sixtieth anniversary of John F. Kennedy's assassination, which makes this the perfect time to revisit his family’s lasting legacy. From 1850s politics in Boston to Camelot, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy and now Robert F. Kennedy Jr, here's a look at America's royal family and how they may influence who sits in the Oval Office in 2024.

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‘Murder nurse’ case erupts as healthcare centers, workers struggle Nov 10, 2023

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On Deadline is the continued crisis in the world of medicine, as health care workers across the country face an overload of patients without enough colleagues to share the work. Experts will tell you the healthcare industry is on the brink of disaster. And they predict it will only get worse. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser, Bill Smee and Myron Kaplan. Sound engineering by Joe Hiti.

Donald Trump's lead over Biden grows even amid courtroom antics Nov 09, 2023

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On Deadline today is a wild and wacky day in court for former President Donald Trump, plus his growing support for a second term, even as legal challenges to his candidacy emerge in key battleground states. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser, Bill Smee and Myron Kaplan.

Is a big win for UAW workers a win for all workers? Nov 03, 2023

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The movie and TV watching public understands how the Hollywood strike affects us all. But how, you may ask, could the UAW affect me or you as people who may not work in the auto industry? Here’s how. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser, Bill Smee and Myron Kaplan. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Mass shootings over Halloween weekend rock the US: 'What is safe?' Nov 02, 2023

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On Deadline are more calls to action after the nation was rocked by a series of mass shootings. First in Maine, then across the country, like dominos propelled by the force of their own weight. Chicago, Tampa, Louisiana, Texas, Atlanta, Indianapolis … By the time the weekend was over, a dozen separate mass shootings had erupted across the US. Will anything change? On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser, Bill Smee and Myron Kaplan. Sound engineering by Joe Hiti.

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