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Rare protests rage across China over zero-Covid policy Nov 29, 2022

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Anger grows in China as daily Covid-19 cases set records and lockdowns cause protests across the country. Plus, former Vice President Mike Pence speaks out against former President Trump’s dinner with a white nationalist and holocaust denier. Also, former Trump advisor Kellyanne Conway meets with the January 6th select committee for a 5-hour interview.

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Extreme hardship in Ukraine amid widespread power outages Nov 26, 2022

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CNN is on the ground as Ukraine races to restore power after Russian missile strikes against the Ukrainian power grid as winter swiftly approaches. Vladimir Putin is reaching out to the mothers of Russian soldiers acknowledging the deadly toll that the war is taking.

New details on the “Death Note” left behind by the Walmart gunman in Chesapeake, VA including his claim that people who worked with him in the store were mocking him, this as police reveal the shooters handgun was purchased on the same day that he opened fire.

And at the World Cup, the USA national soccer team plays to a dramatic draw against England. Now team USA needs a win in their next match up to go through.

Alex Marquardt is in for Wolf Blitzer

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Six Killed in Virginia Mass Shooting Nov 24, 2022

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A gunman kills six people at a Walmart in Virginia, leaving yet another community reeling. The mass shooting toll in the U.S. this year has climbed to above 600, causing many across the country to call for gun reform. Plus, Pence may testify in the January 6 criminal probe, and Idaho police give an update on their investigation into the killings of four Idaho college students.

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Garamendi Speaks Out About Death Threats Nov 23, 2022

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Prosecutors unseal a criminal complaint against a Michigan man for threatening to kill FBI Director Christopher Wray and California congressman John Garamendi. Plus, more details about the Colorado Springs nightclub shooting emerge, with the first hearing for the suspect set for tomorrow. As friends and family mourn the victims, Colorado Springs’ mayor talks to CNN about protecting the LGTBQ community in the wake of this tragedy.

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Names of Colorado Victims Released Nov 22, 2022

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A shooting at an LGBTQ nightclub in Colorado Springs left five dead and more wounded. CNN shares live coverage of the official news conference from Colorado Springs, and releases the names of the victims for the first time: Daniel Aston, Kelly Loving, Ashley Paugh, Derrick Rump, and Raymond Green Vance. Plus, an exclusive look inside a Ukrainian reconnaissance team targeting Russian invaders.

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Special counsel will take over probes into Trump Nov 19, 2022

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Attorney General Merrick Garland appoints a special counsel to oversee the sprawling federal criminal investigations into Donald Trump. The announcement prompted, in part, by the former president’s decision to launch a 2024 White House campaign. On Capitol Hill, the new Democratic leadership team is taking shape after Nancy Pelosi’s decision to step aside. Also, new tensions emerge on the Korean Peninsula after North Korea test launches a new type of long-range missile.

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Pelosi ends run as Democratic leader Nov 18, 2022

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Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced that she will end her run as Democratic leader of the House as Rep. Hakeem Jeffries is likely to run unopposed as her replacement. Also, Ukrainian experts arrive in Poland to join in the investigation of a missile which killed 2 people. Plus, Iran protests enter their third month as the Iranian regime steps up its deadly crackdown.

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GOP one seat away from securing House majority Nov 17, 2022

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Republicans are one seat away from winning the House as Mitch McConnell wins the Republican leadership position in the Senate. Plus, the deadly blast in Poland is now believed to be the result of Ukrainian air defense missiles.

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Missile strike hits NATO member Poland Nov 16, 2022

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Two people are dead in Poland after missiles hit near the border with Ukraine. CNN is on the scene of the strike with a live report. Plus, Republicans are on the verge of a slim House majority as GOP leader Kevin McCarthy wins the Republican nomination for Speaker of the House.

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House still undecided as Dems hold Senate Nov 15, 2022

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Control of the House is still up for grabs as Democrats now hold the Senate. Plus, President Biden is riding the midterm momentum onto the world stage as he meets face-to-face with Chinese President Xi and sounds hopeful that the competition between the superpowers won’t become what he call a new Cold War. Also, President Zelensky makes a surprise visit to the recently liberated city of Kherson.

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