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30 Palestinians released from Israeli prisons, 12 Israelis freed from Hamas from 2023-11-29T00:58:47

The first group of hostages were released since the temporary pause was extended for two additional days. 12 more hostages are now back in Israel and 30 Palestinians were freed from Israeli prisons...

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Israel&Hamas agree to extend truce by two days from 2023-11-28T01:00:01

Hamas releases 11 more civilian hostages from Gaza. Hospitals in Israel are preparing to treat them after more than seven weeks in captivity. Israel also freed 33 Palestinians held in Israeli jails...

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Special report: Israel-Hamas truce and hostage release hours away from 2023-11-25T14:32:02

Wolf Blitzer Anchors a The Situation Room special report live from Tel Aviv. Israel and Hamas appear to be on the cusp of a critical moment in the war, with 13-hostages just hours away from returni...

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The Situation Room update for Nov 24, 2023 from 2023-11-25T02:31

Today's show was preempted by CNN's continuing live coverage of the Middle East hostage release. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.  Learn...

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The agonizing wait for the hostage release from 2023-11-23T01:28:07

As today's show begins, we're just hours away from a truce between Israel and Hamas, with the end of hostilities set to end at 3am Eastern time, followed by the return of 50 captives. The Israeli g...

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Netanyahu gives thumbs up to hostage deal from 2023-11-22T03:14:37

As today's show begins, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is urging his cabinet to approve a tentative deal to free some of the hostages held by Hamas. Hostage families are anxiously awaiti...

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New hope for Al-Shifa newborns from 2023-11-21T04:01

First: Those struggling newborns evacuated from Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital are now in Egypt receiving life-saving care. Meanwhile, as Israel releases video to try and bolster its case that Hamas used...

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IDF: body of second Israeli hostage recovered near Al-Shifa from 2023-11-18T00:59:31

New explosions over Gaza as the Israeli military vows it will advance anywhere Hamas is found, sending new signals that a wider offensive in the south may be imminent. Tonight, we await a judge's r...

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Israel: tunnel shaft found in raided Gaza hospital complex from 2023-11-17T01:05:59

The Israeli military says they found a tunnel shaft at the Gaza hospital it raided amid pressure to prove its claim Hamas used the complex as a command center. Also, all the damning details in the ...

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Israel releases video of weapons it claims were seized in hospital raid from 2023-11-16T00:58:58

The Israeli military says it uncovered Hamas weapons and a command center inside Gaza's largest hospital, releasing video as an attempt to defend the ground operation. Key world organizations are c...

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House passes stopgap bill to avert government shutdown from 2023-11-15T01:07:23

The new House speaker just cleared a very significant hurdle--getting his plan to avoid a government shutdown approved with the help of Democrats. At the same time, anger amongst some House Republi...

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Al-Shifa Hospital chief: “no more water, food, milk for children and babies” from 2023-11-14T01:39:44

President Biden says Gaza’s largest hospital should be protected as Israel insists it is striking medical centers Hamas is using as cover. Hospital officials are reporting catastrophic conditions a...

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New Gaza bombardment as Blinken condemns Palestinian deaths from 2023-11-11T00:52:51

Gaza is bombarded from the air as Isreal’s war against Hamas takes an increasingly devastating toll on the ground. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken offers a new condemnation of the rising num...

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Key intel chiefs meet in Qatar for hostage negotiations from 2023-11-10T01:10:24

Influential Democratic Senator Joe Manchin reveals he is not seeking re-election, delivering a major blow to his party’s chances of keeping control of the U.S. Senate next year. Sen. Mark Warner jo...

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Democrats deliver in election from 2023-11-09T00:59:28

As Democrats celebrate important new election wins, Republicans are about to hold another presidential debate without their front-runner. Plus, new evidence emerges that abortion rights is a winnin...

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Update for November 7th from 2023-11-08T00:44:25

Tonight’s The Situation Room showcast has been pre-empted by breaking news coverage of election day in America. For recent news updates, be sure to visit CNN’s ‘5 Things’ at: edition.cnn.com/audio/...

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Trump trial turns chaotic from 2023-11-07T01:04:37

Donald Trump wrapped up a day of combative testimony in a New York civil fraud trial that could end his business empire. The former president was under oath for hours, sparring with the judge who p...

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Israel admits airstrike on ambulance outside Gaza hospital from 2023-11-04T00:19:43

Israel admits responsibility for an attack on an ambulance outside a Gaza hospital saying it was being used by Hamas. As the Israeli forces pound Gaza from the air and on the ground, Prime Minister...

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Flares light up Gaza amid new explosions from 2023-11-02T23:55:45

Israel appears to launch a massive new air assault on northern Gaza with flares lighting up the sky while rockets fly and explosions boom. Also, an ominous new warning is made from Hamas as the Isr...

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Gaza border opens for first evacuations since start of war from 2023-11-01T23:47:06

The first evacuations occur from Gaza into Egypt since the start of the Isreal-Hamas war with Americans among those going through the Rafah border crossing as part of a deal that could allow thousa...

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IDF confirms strike on refugee camp in Gaza from 2023-11-01T00:22:04

An Israeli air strike hits the largest refugee camp in Gaza unleashing an enormous blast that one witness described as feeling like the end of the world. An IDF spokesman tells CNN Israeli forces w...

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Hamas releases new hostage video of three women from 2023-10-30T23:53:48

Israeli tanks and troops push further into Gaza as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declares this is the time for war, rejecting calls for a ceasefire. The air and ground assaults on Hamas targets...

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Now: intense Gaza strikes as Israel expands ground operations from 2023-10-28T00:12

Israel is unleashing intense new air strikes on Gaza as Israel also expands its ground operations there was well. Phone lines and other communications have been largely cut off with civilians caugh...

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Officials: shooting suspect a certified firearms instructor from 2023-10-26T23:49

A manhunt is underway in Maine after a mass shooter’s rampage left at least 18 dead and 13 injured. Local officials provide an update on the status of the manhunt and details of the investigation. ...

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U.S. House elects new speaker from 2023-10-26T00:07

A fuming Donald Trump has been given a $10,000 fine in the civil fraud trial in New York for violating his gag order again. Plus, the U.S. House of Representatives haveelected a new speaker, GOP Re...

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ABC: Meadows told investigators Trump was being “dishonest” with 2020 election claims from 2023-10-25T00:07:38

New reporting suggests former Trump White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows was granted immunity before testifying in the federal election interference case. Also, as the war between Israel and Ham...

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New footage shows two hostages released by Hamas from 2023-10-23T23:49

New footage shows two Israeli hostages just released by Hamas and we bring you the latest on their condition and the effort to rescue the dozens more who are being held. Plus, new scenes show far r...

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First hostages freed by Hamas as dozens more remain captive from 2023-10-21T00:48

Two Americans were just freed by Hamas, a mother and daughter are now safe in Israel. We’re learning more about hits initial release of hostages as dozens of others are still being held by Hamas in...

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Sources: Rafah crossing not expected to open Friday for Gaza aid from 2023-10-19T23:36

New airstrikes hit Gaza in the Israel-Hamas war as President Biden prepares to give a wartime address from the Oval Office tonight. In the war zone, Egypt is expected to open a critical border cros...

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Biden: “no higher priority” than release of all hostages from 2023-10-19T00:18

The United States shared new details on its assessment that Israel was not responsible for the deadly hospital explosion in Gaza. US officials point towards intelligence that indicates a failed Pal...

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Hundreds believed to be dead in Gaza hospital blast from 2023-10-17T23:54

Palestinian officials say hundreds were killed after a deadly explosion hits a hospital in Gaza. Palestinian officials blame Israel and Israel denies that saying it has intelligence indicating the ...

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Hamas says its now holding 200-250 hostages in Gaza from 2023-10-16T23:54

There are new warnings that Gaza is on the brink of complete catastrophe amid horrific scenes of destruction and increasingly dire shortages of life-saving supplies. Civilians are desperate to leav...

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Now: Israeli evacuation order in Gaza; Hamas tells people to stay from 2023-10-14T00:07

Rising fear in Gaza as bombs fall and Israel tells 1.1 million people in the north to leave. Hamas is telling Palestinians to stay put while United Nations officials call the evacuation impossible ...

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Israel steps up Gaza assault from 2023-10-12T00:27

Israeli leaders are renewing their vow to crush Hamas as the world is getting a fuller picture of the scope and horror of the Hamas attack. Our correspondents are covering the breaking news on mult...

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U.S.: at least 14 Americans killed in Hamas attack, 20+ may be missing from 2023-10-10T23:52

Gaza is under fire as Israel unleashes new airstrikes and says Hamas has killed at least 1,000 people in Israel. The war is taking a toll on both sides with at least 900 now reported dead in Gaza. ...

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U.S.: at least 11 Americans among dead after Hamas attack from 2023-10-10T00:28

Israel warns its punishing air strikes on Gaza are just the beginning of its response to the unprecedented surprise attack by Hamas which left over 900 people in Israel dead. The death toll on both...

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McCarthy denies reports he plans to leave Congress from 2023-10-07T00:13

Kevin McCarthy is denying reports that he plans to resign from Congress after being ousted as House speaker. We have new details on McCarthy’s future and all the latest with the race to replace the...

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Citing presidential immunity, Trump asks judge to toss federal election case from 2023-10-06T00:07

Donald Trump is asking a judge to toss out the federal election case against him, citing presidential immunity and his impeachment acquittal in the US Senate after the January 6th insurrection. Cou...

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Republicans jockey for position as speaker race heats up from 2023-10-05T00:24

The race is on to find a new House speaker after GOP hardliners dethrone Kevin McCarthy. KeyRepublican congressman Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) joins to answer what comes next. Also, will the House fu...

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Update for October 3, 2023 from 2023-10-03T23:23:13

Today’s The Situation Room showcast has been pre-empted by breaking news coverage of the House vote to oust Kevin McCarthy as speaker. For recent news updates be sure to check out CNN’s ‘5 Things’ ...

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Trump leaves NY court as day one of civil fraud trial ends from 2023-10-02T23:57

The first day of Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial wraps up with the former president in the courtroom to fight charges that could potentially decimate his familybusiness. Also, Republican hardliner...

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NY, NJ declare states of emergency due to extreme rainfall from 2023-09-30T00:33

States of emergency are in effect right now in New York and New Jersey as millions are in danger from torrential rains and rapid flooding. Also, divided House Republicans meet behind closed doors a...

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Trump won’t try to move GA criminal charges to federal court from 2023-09-28T23:56

In a surprising update from the Georgia election subversion case, Donald Trump’s team has decided not to try to move the criminal charges against the former president from state to federal court. A...

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One-on-one with key Pence advisor from 2023-09-27T23:56

With the second GOP primary debate set to begin soon, Marc Short, the former Chief of Staff to Vice President Mike Pence, joins for an exclusive interview to answer if Pence could win over Trump vo...

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Biden now first sitting president to join a picket line from 2023-09-26T23:38

President Biden offers an unprecedented show of support for striking autoworkers as the first sitting US president to join a picket line. We analyze the political impact of his visit to Michigan an...

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Ukraine: “significant damage” from “massive” Russian strike on Odesa from 2023-09-26T00:00

Ukraine is reporting significant damage from a massive new Russian attack on the southern port city of Odesa. Key White House official John Kirby shares his assessment as the first US Abrams tanks ...

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New Jersey governor calls for Sen. Menendez to resign from 2023-09-23T00:19

Hours after his federal indictment, Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) is out as the Foreign Relations Committee chairman. The Democrat is accused of accepting hundreds of thousands of dollars of cash, gol...

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Biden unveils new aid to Ukraine from 2023-09-21T23:46

President Biden is meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky as Biden assures him the world stands with Ukraine. Rep. Mike Turner (R-Ohio) of the Armed Services Committee joins to answer what specific milita...

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Garland: “I did not interfere with” Hunter Biden investigation from 2023-09-20T23:55

Attorney General Merrick Garland defended the Justice Department against a barrage of GOP attacks during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on the DOJ Hunter Biden probe. Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-W...

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President Zelensky on US support for Ukraine from 2023-09-19T23:50

Powerful new condemnations of Russia’s aggression and brutality in Ukraine emerge from President Biden and Volodymyr Zelensky at the United Nations General Assembly. President Zelensky sits down wi...

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WH: U.S.-Iran relationship unchanged after Americans freed from 2023-09-18T23:43

Five Americans fly to freedom after being released by Iran and go back home to the United States. Top national security adviser to President Biden, Jonathan Finer, joins to discuss what can be done...

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Special counsel seeks limited gag order on Trump from 2023-09-15T23:55

Federal prosecutors are asking the judge overseeing Donald Trump’s election subversion case to place limits on what he can say. The special counsel’s team is claiming the former president’s public ...

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Hunter Biden faces 3 charges stemming from 2018 firearms purchase from 2023-09-15T00:05

The US Justice Department has indicted Hunter Biden on three felony gun charges. The president’s son is now facing potential prison time for allegedly buying a firearm while addicted to cocaine and...

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Sen. Romney not seeking re-election in Senate from 2023-09-13T23:58

US Senator Mitt Romney opens up about his big decision to not seek reelection. The veteran Republican stressed his concerns about Donald Trump’s hold on the Republican Party and cited a need for a ...

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White House: impeachment inquiry “extreme politics at its worst” from 2023-09-13T00:23

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is pushing ahead with an impeachment inquiry into President Biden even as some members of his own party raise serious doubts over a lack of evidence. Also, authorities ...

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North Korea: Kim Jong Un headed to Russia for Putin meeting from 2023-09-12T00:25

A meeting between two US adversaries now appears imminent. Kim Jong Un is currently on the way to meet with Putin in Russia and American officials are warning both men against striking a weapons de...

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Judge rejects Meadows’ bid to move case to federal court from 2023-09-08T23:54:03

A decision has just been reached in Mark Meadows’ bid to make his case in the sprawling Georgia election interference probe moved to a federal court. A federal judge has just rejected the former Wh...

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Former Trump adviser convicted of contempt from 2023-09-07T23:55

Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro has been found guilty of contempt of Congress for defying a subpoena in the House investigation of the January 6th attack. Will it send a message to potential wit...

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Special counsel intends to indict Hunter Biden from 2023-09-07T00:11

Two of Donald Trump’s codefendants in Georgia are set to stand trial next month as the judge refuses to separate the cases of Sidney Powell and Kenneth Chesebro. Also, a new court filing reveals th...

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Biden adviser: North Korea “will pay a price” if it provides weapons to Russia from 2023-09-06T00:14

The US warns North Korea it will pay a price if Kim Jong Un helps arm Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine. Key White House official John Kirby joins to discuss what the implications of a Russia-North K...

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U.S.: Kim Jong Un may meet with Vladimir Putin in Russia from 2023-09-04T23:59

A meeting between between two of the most dangerous US adversaries may be in the works. We bring you the latest on what the US is saying about Kim Jong Un’s efforts to engage with Vladimir Putin. A...

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Trump’s co-defendants in GA case struggling with legal bills from 2023-09-02T00:30

Rudy Giuliani just entered not guilty plea in the Georgia election interference case. We are following a busy day of new legal filings and awaiting a critical ruling that could come at any time. Al...

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Trump’s co-defendants in GA case struggling with legal bills from 2023-09-02T00:30

Rudy Giuliani just entered not guilty plea in the Georgia election interference case. We are following a busy day of new legal filings and awaiting a critical ruling that could come at any time. Al...

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Trump seeks split from GA codefendants after not guilty plea from 2023-09-01T00:30:46

Donald Trump is asking to sever his case from his codefendants in Georgia after pleading not guilty to election subversion charges. Our legal experts break down Trump’s strategy and what could mean...

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FL Gov. DeSantis gives update on tropical storm Idalia from 2023-08-31T00:11:47

Idalia is threatening Georgia and the Carolinas after unleashing its catastrophic impact on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis provides an update on the scope of damage and emergency o...

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Gov. DeSantis: FL already experiencing storm surge from Idalia from 2023-08-30T00:23:57

Hurricane Idalia is a powerful Category 2 storm and is still strengthening as it closes in on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Gov. Ron DeSantis provides an update as officials warn that catastrophic devastat...

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Meadows testifies in bid to move GA case to federal court from 2023-08-29T00:23:16

Closing arguments just wrapped up in Mark Meadows' bid to move the Georgia election case to federal court. The former Trump White House chief of staff and the Georgia Secretary of State offer confl...

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Trump&all 18 co-defendants in GA have now surrendered from 2023-08-26T00:10:28

A day after Donald Trump’s historic jail surrender in Georgia, all 18 of his co-defendants have turned themselves in. We’re tracking what is next in the former president’s legal battles as he fundr...

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Soon: Trump lands in Georgia for historic fourth arrest from 2023-08-24T23:54:18

History is about to unfold in the Fulton County jail in Atlanta where Donald Trump will soon surrender for his efforts to overturn the state’s 2020 presidential election results. This will be Trump...

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Russia confirms failed mutiny leader Prigozhin was on plane that crashed from 2023-08-23T23:53:54

Russia confirms the leader of the failed Wagner mutiny was on a plane that crashed in flames with no survivors. We’ll have the latest on the crash and the possible cause as President Biden is sugge...

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Some Trump co-defendants surrender as Meadows fights arrest from 2023-08-23T00:27:41

Multiple Trump co-defendants surrender in the Georgia elections subversion case as former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows is now fighting his arrest. Also, Trump’s Republican presidential r...

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Trump bond set at $200,000 from 2023-08-22T00:35:20

Donald Trump’s lawyers just negotiated a $200,000 bond for the former president just ahead of his expected criminal arrest this week in the Georgia election interference case. We examine all the ne...

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Biden wraps summit with Asia allies from 2023-08-18T23:52:35

President Biden works to strengthen key alliances in Asia amid threats from China and North Korea. We get new reaction to the unprecedented US summit with Japan and South Korea. Plus, new details o...

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Trump grand jurors in GA facing threats after apparent personal info posted online from 2023-08-17T23:59:24

Authorities in Georgia are investigating threats against the grand jurors who indicted Donald Trump. We’re tracking security concerns tied to Trump’s legal battles just ahead of his expected surren...

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Trump trial date proposed from 2023-08-16T23:56:42

Negotiations are underway on the details of Donald Trump’s arrest in Georgia as the district attorney there is now proposing a March 4th trial date for the former president and his 18 co-defendants...

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Trump arrest warrant issued after historic fourth indictment from 2023-08-16T00:00:21

An arrest warrant for Donald Trump has been issued in Georgia after the historic fourth criminal indictment of the former president. We break down the sweeping new charges in the state’s election i...

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Trump team: expect Georgia charges “imminently” from 2023-08-15T00:03:04

We’re told Donald Trump and his team expect charges to be filed in Georgia imminently. The grand jury apparently is moving at a rapid pace right now in his 2020 election interference probe. CNN is ...

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Trump barred from disclosing sensitive info from 2023-08-11T23:35:55

First: The judge in Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case bars the former president and his lawyers from publicly disclosing sensitive information.   Plus: The death toll in Maui is expec...

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At least 36 dead in catastrophic Hawaii wildfires from 2023-08-10T23:56:39

Parts of Hawaii are now officially a federal disaster area after wildfires strike multiple islands and the death toll rises. Hawaii Gov. Josh Green joins with an update on the crisis and urgent eva...

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911 services down in Maui as officials warn residents&tourist to flee deadly fires from 2023-08-10T00:05:01

We are tracking devastating and deadly wildfires across Hawaii as drought and hurricane-force winds fuel multiple blazes which have killed at least six people. Hawaii’s Lieutenant Governor joins to...

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Western hopes fade as Ukraine counteroffensive stalls from 2023-08-09T00:03:56

We’re learning that Western hopes for Ukraine’s counteroffensive are fading as officials receive some sobering updates on the fight to retake territory from Russia. Also, the judge in the Trump ele...

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Trump team responds to special counsel request in Jan 6 case from 2023-08-08T00:34:47

Donald Trump’s legal team is arguing against more restrictive rules on evidence in the January 6th prosecution of the former president. We speak with key witness in the Georgia election interferenc...

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Damage to Russia after warship attacked by Ukraine from 2023-08-05T00:19:08

Donald Trump pleads not guilty to additional charges in the classified documents case in Florida, a day after his arrest and arraignment in the January 6th investigation. Also, dramatic footage cap...

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Trump arrested for 3rd time in 4 months, pleads not guilty from 2023-08-04T00:30:13

Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty in a Washington, DC, federal courthouse to four criminal charges related to the investigation into attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential electi...

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Trump’s third arrest and arraignment set for tomorrow from 2023-08-03T00:12:25

Donald Trump is set to be arrested an arraigned right here in Washington, D.C. on the most serious criminal charges yet against the former president of the United States. We provide the latest deta...

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Update for August 1, 2023 from 2023-08-01T23:20:44

There is no new episode of The Situation Room showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio. To learn more about how CNN protects listener p...

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Russia hits Zelenksy’s hometown after strikes on Moscow from 2023-08-01T00:14:03

As former President Trump’s codefendant appears in court for the first time, we learn more about new surveillance video in the Trump classified documents investigation. Plus, as Russia and Ukraine ...

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Trump charged with new crimes in classified documents case from 2023-07-29T00:26:40

The criminal charges against Donald Trump are piling up after serious new counts against him emerge in the classified documents case. At the same time, law enforcement officials in Atlanta, as well...

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Indictment: Trump team tried to delete Mar-a-Lago surveillance footage from 2023-07-28T00:17:01

Special counsel Jack Smith has brought additional charges against Trump in the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case. Prosecutors allege in the updated indictment that two Trump employees tried to d...

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Irish singer Sinéad O’Conner dies at age 56 from 2023-07-27T00:24:59

Irish musician Sinéad O’Conner, singer of “Nothing Compares 2 U” and more, has died at age 56. Plus, firsthand accounts from inside the Hunter Biden hearing as plans to finalize a plea deal fell ap...

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Ex-U.S. Marine freed by Russia hurt fighting in Ukraine from 2023-07-26T00:14:38

A surprising fate for Trever Reed, a former US Marine who was wrongfully detained by Russia. Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper joins to give his take on why Reed was fighting in Ukraine more than...

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Sources: special counsel reviewing 2020 meeting where Trump praised US election security from 2023-07-25T00:19:18

New exclusive reporting of an Oval Office meeting in which then President Trump highly praised 2020 election security months before he falsely claimed the November presidential vote was rigged. It’...

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Devastated Odesa fears fifth night of Russian attacks from 2023-07-22T00:23:57

The devastated Ukrainian city of Odesa is on alert for a potential fifth night of Russian missile strikes as the CIA director issues ominous new warnings about where and who Putin might attack next...

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Zelensky: Putin used almost 70 missiles in four days from 2023-07-21T00:24:27

Air raid sirens have been blaring across Ukraine as the battered city of Odesa braces for a fourth night of Russian retaliatory strikes. CNN is in the war zone where forces from Moscow and Kyiv are...

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WSJ: Trump target letter cites 3 statutes: witness tampering, deprivation of rights, conspiracy to defraud U.S. from 2023-07-20T00:21:07

The Trump team is on indictment watch after the former president’s new target letter from the special counsel. Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie joins to discuss the potential charges. Plus, th...

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Ex-Pence chief of staff on Trump target letter in Jan 6 probe from 2023-07-19T00:17:25

Donald Trump says he expects to be indicted and arrested again after being informed he’s a target of the special counsel’s January 6th criminal investigation. We break down the gravity and the timi...

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Putin calls Crimea bridge strike a “terrorist attack” from 2023-07-18T00:14:57

Ukraine is claiming responsibility for an attack on a bridge linking Crimea to Russia, a vital supply line for Vladimir Putin’s war. Key White House official John Kirby joins to discuss the strike ...

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Trump seeks court order to upend GA election probe from 2023-07-14T23:49:01

The Trump legal team asked for a new court order that would upend the investigation into 2020 election interference in Georgia as potential indictments loom. Plus, actors are hitting the picket lin...

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One-on-one with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin from 2023-07-13T23:52:37

President Biden is on his way back to the United States after a final round of talks with allies in Europe. He is touting the NATO summit as a success and declaring that Vladimir Putin has already ...

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Biden, NATO allies offer Ukraine security assurances but no concrete measures from 2023-07-12T23:48:34

Wolf is live from the capital of Lithuania tonight as President Biden vows the United States and NATO allies will not waiver in their support of Ukraine. The critical summit in Lithuania ends in a ...

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Zelensky takes fight for NATO membership to to summit from 2023-07-12T00:17:36

President Biden and NATO allies hold their high-stakes summit as tensions flare over Ukraine’s bid to join the alliance. President Volodymyr Zelensky takes his fight for membership directly to the ...

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Source: Zelensky to travel to Lithuania for NATO summit from 2023-07-11T00:30:36

President Biden is now set to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenksy during the NATO summit as Ukraine pushes to join the alliance. Plus, the Trump team is now facing a deadline to weigh ...

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Behind the chaos in Trump's Oval Office from 2023-07-08T00:11:48

First: Exclusive new CNN reporting on the special counsel's investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Prosecutors are probing witnesses about a heated Oval Office meeti...

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New twist in Prigozhin drama from 2023-07-07T00:49:24

First: Stunning new developments on the whereabouts of Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko claims the mercenary is back in Russia, where police raided his home...

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Who brought cocaine to the White House? from 2023-07-05T23:35:49

First: The Secret Service is trying to determine who brought a bag of cocaine into the West Wing.  Also: The Philadelphia mass shooting suspect appears in court as we're learning about his disturb...

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Mass shootings mar July 4th celebrations from 2023-07-05T00:26:11

A pair of mass shootings interrupt the festivities in two major US cities. A gunman in Philadelphia is accused of killing five and injuring two children, one of the victims just 2 years old. Just h...

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Explosions in the West Bank: Israel launches largest military operation there in over 20 years. from 2023-07-04T01:00:02

CNN's Hadas Gold reports on Israel's ongoing "counter-terrorism effort," strikes that Palestinian officials are calling "a war crime." Back in the USA, the Desantis campaign unloads on GOP front-ru...

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Supreme Court blocks Biden’s student debt forgiveness from 2023-07-01T00:17:34

President Biden just announced new action aimed at easing student debt after the U.S. Supreme Court blocked his loan forgiveness program. We’re also following the high court’s other major decision ...

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Supreme Court: race cannot be a specific basis for admission from 2023-06-30T00:43:27

The Supreme Court delivers a huge blow to affirmative action, ruling that race cannot be a specific basis for college admissions. We examine how this will impact higher learning in America. Also, C...

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Zelensky: Wagner forces in eastern Ukraine are not posing a threat from 2023-06-29T00:21:49

Vladimir Putin puts on a show of public support amid new reporting that his top military leaders were targets of the Wagner mutiny. We discus new details about the rebellion and its impact on Putin...

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Ukraine: rescues underway after missile strike from 2023-06-28T00:29:01

Rescues are underway after another deadly Russian missile strike in eastern Ukraine. Locals officials are accusing Russian forces of deliberating targeting crowded civilian areas. Plus, Donald Trum...

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Ukraine claims war gains after Russian mutiny from 2023-06-27T00:26:47

Vladimir Putin speaks publicly for the first time about the armed munity by Wagner mercenary forces. The Russian president shows his face and blasts rebel leaders as traitors amid questions about h...

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OceanGate sub operations under scrutiny after deadly expedition from 2023-06-24T00:21:59

A new mission is underway to investigate the debris of the imploded submersible. The company that owned the vehicle is under intense scrutiny as we learn about early warnings that the sub might be ...

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Coast Guard: sub debris found 1,600 feet from the Titanic from 2023-06-23T00:30:09

After days of searching, the Coast Guard just announced the catastrophic loss of the missing submersible. Debris from the vessel was discovered not too far from the crew’s planned destination, the ...

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Coast Guard: searching area where noises detected from 2023-06-21T23:56:56

The search for a missing underwater tourist vessel intensifies as banging noises are heard in the area again today. As the oxygen supply is running out, we’ll show you what conditions are like insi...

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Sources: DOJ to recommend probation for Hunter Biden from 2023-06-21T00:28:02

New reaction to Hunter Biden’s plea agreement in a long-running federal criminal probe. Sources say the Justice Department is expected to recommend probation for the president’s son as Republicans ...

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U.S. Coast Guard: it’s a challenge to search for missing submersible 13,000 feet deep from 2023-06-20T00:38:09

A desperate search and rescue mission thousands of feet below the surface of the Atlantic Ocean after a submersible operated by a company running expeditions to the wreck of the Titanic is now miss...

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DOJ details racial discrimination by Minneapolis Police Department from 2023-06-17T00:28:35

Three years after the police murder of George Floyd, the DOJ now says excessive force and racial bias have been routine among Minneapolis police officers. Also, the gunman in the deadliest antisemi...

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House conservatives outline plan to undermine DOJ investigation of Trump from 2023-06-16T00:20:34

The Trump-appointed judge in the classified documents case issues her first order since the former president was arraigned, jump starting her oversight of his looming trial. We’ll explain why she’s...

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Trump camp: $6.6 million raised since indictment from 2023-06-15T00:24:14

U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland defends the special counsel who indicted Donald Trump a day after the former president’s historic arrest an arraignment. Garland praised Jack Smith’s integrity...

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Trump formally arraigned on 37 counts relating to handling of classified docs from 2023-06-14T00:28:23

Donald Trump is en route to New Jersey after being arraigned for 37 charges in the indictment related to his alleged handling of classified documents. Trump appeared before a magistrate in Miami sh...

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Sources: Trump legal team searching for more lawyers from 2023-06-13T00:27:33

Donald Trump is on the ground in Florida on the eve of his historic arraignment on 37 federal criminal charges. The former president and his team make a last minute scramble to hire more lawyers to...

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Special counsel: will seek speedy trial in Trump case from 2023-06-10T00:15:03

37 criminal charges against Donald Trump have been revealed in a detailed federal indictment that is now public. The former president is accused of storing and hiding very sensitive, highly classif...

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Former White House official told prosecutors Trump knew proper declassification process from 2023-06-09T00:12:46

The Trump team is bracing for a potential indictment in the classified documents investigation believing it could happen soon. This after the U.S. Justice Department informed the former president t...

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Flights delayed in NYC due to poor visibility from wildfire smoke from 2023-06-08T00:14:24

A health emergency is in effect as skies over New York are shrouded with heavy, toxic smoke. Millions of Americans are at risk as wildfires in Canada create an air-quality crisis in the United Stat...

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Update for June 6, 2023 from 2023-06-07T00:10:35

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Mar-a-Lago pool flood raises prosecutors’ suspicions in Trump secret docs case from 2023-06-06T00:18:19

CNN’s exclusive story on the Trump classified documents investigation. Did a Trump employee accidentally or intentionally cause the flood in a room where surveillance video logs were kept? Also, fo...

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Sources: attorneys unable to locate classified document Trump referred to in 2021 audiotape from 2023-06-03T00:21

Sources say former President Trump’s attorneys have not been able to find that document about a potential attack on Iran that Trump discussed on a 2021 audiotape. The search comes in response to a ...

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Trump ignores CNN questions over classified docs from 2023-06-02T00:14:46

Donald Trump brushes off questions about a report you heard first on CNN. Specifically, federal prosecutors are now in possession of audiotapes undercutting Trump’s defense over retaining classifie...

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Sources: prosecutors obtain 2021 audio of Trump acknowledging he held onto Pentagon document from 2023-05-31T23:44:13

Significant new evidence in a criminal investigation of Donald Trump as sources tell CNN that federal prosecutors are now in possession of an audio tape undercutting the former president’s claim th...

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Debt deal appears poised to clear key hurdle in House from 2023-05-30T23:31:23

House Speaker McCarthy appears to be on the verge of clearing a major hurdle as he faces the first big test of his speakership. The debt limit deal is now poised to overcome a conservative revolt. ...

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Biden and McCarthy strike debt deal days before default from 2023-05-30T00:00:21

President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy are scrambling to sell their debt limit deal to lawmakers. Their agreement could avoid a catastrophic default if congressional leaders can find the votes....

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One-on-one with House Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries from 2023-05-26T23:50:17

The U.S. Treasury pushes back the possible default deadline from June 1st to June 5th, giving debt limit negotiators more time to reach an agreement. House Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries join...

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Wash Post: Trump employees moved boxes of papers a day before FBI retrieved documents at Mar-a-Lago from 2023-05-26T00:38:02

In a significant new development in the Mar-a-Lago investigation, one day before federal agents came to Mar-a-Lago to pick up classified documents, footage shows two Trump employees moving the docu...

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DeSantis officially announces run for GOP nomination from 2023-05-25T00:11:57

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has officially announced is bid for the 2024 presidential race during a live interview on Twitter. Plus, music legend Tina Turner has died at the age of 83. Also, the DOW ...

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Trump’s NY trial set to begin during middle of GOP primary season from 2023-05-24T00:14:57

A judge in Manhattan just scheduled Donald Trump’s criminal trial for next year right in the middle of the Republican primary season. We’ll share all the latest details from the former president’s ...

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Yellen: early June default “highly likely” if debt limit not reached from 2023-05-23T00:09:20

Tense negotiations are underway at the White House as the clock ticks toward a potentially catastrophic debt default. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen issues a new warning to Congress saying it is h...

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Biden makes major shift from 2023-05-20T00:19:13

First: The president tells allies the US will support joint training for Ukrainian forces on F-16 fighter jets. Plus: A serious setback for talks on raising the federal debt limit and avoiding a c...

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U.S. signals to allies it won’t block their export of jets to Ukraine from 2023-05-19T00:43:08

As fighting rages in Ukraine, the U.S. is now signaling to allies that it won’t block them from sending F-16 fighter jets to aid the Ukrainians. Also, the office of Sen. Diane Feinstein (D-Calif.) ...

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National Archives to hand over evidence to special counsel from 2023-05-18T00:39:59

New evidence in the special counsel’s criminal investigation of Donald Trump’s handling of classified documents may undercut the president’s key line of defense. Then, the House just agreed to refe...

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Russia steps up strikes on Kyiv from 2023-05-17T00:15:38

Ukraine and Russia trade attacks and clash over the fate of some of their most advanced weapons systems. We go live to the war zone as Moscow stands by its claim that it hit a critical U.S.-made Pa...

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Special counsel report released on origins of Trump-Russia probe from 2023-05-15T23:30:04

Special Counsel John Durham just released his long-awaited final report after years of looking into the Justice Department’s Trump/Russia investigation. We break down his conclusion that the FBI pr...

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Border areas declare disasters in anticipation of a migrant crisis from 2023-05-13T00:23:22

We are tracking the influx of migrants along the southern border where new disaster declarations are in effect now that Title 42 immigration rules have expired. Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) joins t...

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New migrant crisis feared as Covid-era immigration rules end tonight from 2023-05-12T00:15:25

Fears of an exploding new crisis at the southern border as migrants surge to the United States with just hours to go before Title 42 immigration restrictions expire. The White House is taking unpre...

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Rep. Santos pleads not guilty to 13 federal charges from 2023-05-11T00:00:48

Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) speaks out after pleading not guilty to 13 federal charges. If convicted, Santos could face up to 20 years in prison for the top counts he faces. Also, authorities are m...

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Jury finds Trump sexually abused E. Jean Carroll in civil case from 2023-05-09T23:43:42

Donald Trump has been found liable for sexually abusing and defaming the writer E. Jean Carroll. We’re getting new reaction to the jury’s verdict and the order for Trump to pay up to $5 million in ...

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Source: Texas mall shooter posted Neo-Nazi content on social media from 2023-05-09T00:00:57

Disturbing new details on the gunman who slaughtered eight people in an outlet mall in Texas. New information on his military background, his firearms training, and signs he might have been motivat...

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Stunning footage: Trump reacts under oath to rape allegation from 2023-05-06T00:17:10

Stunning new video in of Donald Trump answering questions under oath about E. Jean Carroll’s rape accusation. We’ll share the footage that could make or break the civil trial against the former pre...

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Attorney general touts Proud Boys’ seditious conspiracy convictions from 2023-05-05T00:11:01

The U.S. attorney general is touting major criminal convictions in connection with January 6th. Four members of the far-right Proud Boys have been found guilty of seditious conspiracy. Also, as Rus...

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Widening manhunt for suspect in deadly Atlanta mass shooting from 2023-05-04T00:25:15

A suspected gunman is on the loose and considered armed and very dangerous after a deadly mass shooting in Atlanta at a medical building. We are getting new details on the victims and the suspect’s...

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Biden, McCarthy to meet amid fears U.S. debt default a month away from 2023-05-02T23:31:04

President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy are preparing for a truly critical meeting on the debt limit amid signs both sides may be digging in. The stakes are high and the time is short with a cat...

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Yellen warns U.S. may default on debt as soon as June 1 from 2023-05-02T00:18:28

An urgent new warning from Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to Congress. She says the U.S. could reach its debt limit and default as soon as June 1st. Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers joins t...

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At least 23 killed in Russian missile strike from 2023-04-29T00:19:24

The death toll rises from a fiery new round of Russian missile attacks in Ukraine targeting civilians including children. Top adviser to President Volodymyr Zelensky joins to discuss plans for a Uk...

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Prosecutors: suspect has history of violent, racist remarks from 2023-04-28T00:39:39

A judge is still deciding whether the Pentagon leak suspect will remain in custody ahead of his trial after a revealing court hearing. Prosecutors argue that the member of the Air National Guard is...

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House passes Republican bill to raise debt limit from 2023-04-27T00:32:40

House Republicans score a victory after the House passes a bill to raise the nation’s $31.4 trillion debt limit by an additional $1.5 trillion. As part of the bill, the GOP also proposes to block B...

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Biden to voters: soul of America still at stake in 2024 from 2023-04-26T00:24:45

President Biden’s re-election campaign is officially underway and he is promising to “finish the job” as he works to win over unenthusiastic Democrats and takes digs at his former and potentially f...

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Tucker Carlson out at Fox News in bombshell shakeup from 2023-04-25T00:41:41

In a major shake up, Fox News has parted ways with their primetime host Tucker Carlson. Also, an urgent crisis in Sudan where thousands of U.S. citizens remain on the ground as a new ceasefire is a...

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Supreme Court stops abortion pill restrictions from taking effect from 2023-04-21T23:48:28

The Supreme Court protected access to a widely used abortion drug by freezing lower-court rulings that placed restrictions on medication abortion. The order means that the U.S. Food and Drug Admini...

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Source: plans underway for Biden to announce second term bid next week from 2023-04-21T00:18:42

According to sources, there are plans underway inside the White House amongst Biden’s close advisors to announce as soon as next week that Biden will plan to run for reelection. Plus, Alec Baldwin’...

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Supreme Court temporarily extends access to abortion drug from 2023-04-20T00:09:56

The Supreme Court extends a temporary block of abortion pills restrictions, buying the justices more time to consider an emergency appeal. Plus, after Fox’s historic settlement with Dominion, the n...

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Dominion lawyer: Fox agreed to $787.5 million settlement from 2023-04-18T23:53:09

Fox News agrees to a huge last minute settlement with Dominion Voting Systems for false on air claims about the 2020 election. We will get reaction this hour from Dominion’s lead lawyer. Also, the ...

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No state criminal charges for Akron officers in shooting of black man from 2023-04-17T23:40:16

Nearly 10 months after an Ohio man was shot and killed by police, a grand jury decides not to indict the eight officers involved in the death of Jayland Walker. We are standing by for reaction from...

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Leak suspect charged as U.S. reveals highest-level secrets exposed from 2023-04-15T00:17:14

The suspect in the Pentagon intelligence leak now stands charged with two federal crimes after his first court appearance. Court documents reveal the Air Force guardsman Top Secret clearance and th...

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21-year-old Air Force guardsman in custody in Pentagon leaks case from 2023-04-14T00:16:41

A 21-year-old member of U.S. Air National Guard has been arrested by the FBI in connection with the leaking of classified documents. Key member of the House Armed Services Committee Rep. Jason Crow...

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One-on-one with the Ukrainian Prime Minister from 2023-04-13T00:12:39

Ukrainian prime Minister Denys Shmyhal joins to discuss the probe of Russian war crimes and the leak of U.S. classified documents. Plus, chilling 911 calls made during the Louisville bank shooting ...

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Louisville mayor reactions to just-released video from bank shooting from 2023-04-12T00:20:11

Just released video shows police responding to the Louisville bank gunman and his deadly rampage against coworkers. The mayor of Louisville joins to provide the latest in the investigation and urge...

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Nashville council votes to reinstate outside state lawmakers from 2023-04-10T23:58:06

An African American Democrat who was expelled by the Tennessee statehouse has been reappointed. Plus, an employee opened fire at a Louisville, Kentucky bank killing four people and leaving nine oth...

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VP Harris meeting with expelled Tennessee Democrats from 2023-04-07T23:49:25

Vice President Kamala Harris is in Nashville, Tennessee, throwing her support behind two Tennessee Democrats ousted from the statehouse for protesting gun violence. Also, Israel is reeling from an ...

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Resolution to expel second TN Democrat for gun protest fails from 2023-04-07T00:00:36

Outrage in Tennessee after Republicans expel a Democrat from the House legislature for protesting gun violence on the House floor. More Democratic lawmakers are also vulnerable to expulsion votes. ...

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Spokesman: Pence to comply with subpoena in Jan 6 investigation from 2023-04-06T00:08:30

Former Vice President Mike Pence says he will not appeal a judge’s ruling to testify in the special counsel’s January 6th investigation. Pence is now poised to recount for the first time under oath...

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Update for April 4, 2023 from 2023-04-04T22:10:05

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Tomorrow: Trump to turn himself in at Manhattan courthouse from 2023-04-04T00:18:58

History is unfolding tonight in New York City as former President Trump arrives in Manhattan ahead of his unprecedented arraignment on criminal charges. We’re standing by for a decision form the ju...

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Confirmed tornadoes in Arkansas&Illinois; millions under alert from 2023-03-31T23:53:45

We’re following breaking news on the tornado danger in the midwest and parts of the south as twisters are spotted in Arkansas and Illinois. Millions are under a high risk storm alert. Plus, urgent ...

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A historic indictment from 2023-03-31T00:12:47

Not long after today's show begins, three sources tell CNN that a Manhattan grand jury has indicted former President Donald Trump in connection with the Stormy Daniels hush money scheme. The indict...

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Police: school shooter believed to have had weapons training from 2023-03-30T00:08:27

First Lady Jill Biden is set to attend a vigil for the six victims of a school shooting in Nashville, Tennesse as police reveal the shooter may have had weapons training. Also, the New York grand j...

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Biden urges Congress to act, repeats call for assault weapons ban from 2023-03-28T23:51:11

New reaction to the chilling body camera video police just revealed involving the national school shooting. This as President Biden pleas for an assault weapons ban. Law enforcement is sharing new ...

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Nashville police: school shooting was a targeted act from 2023-03-27T23:45:54

Nashville police say they have identified the woman who opened fire at a private Christian elementary school in Nashville, Tennessee, killing three children and three adults. Vice Mayor Jim Shulman...

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U.S. assessing damage, casualties from new rocket attacks from 2023-03-24T23:59:32

Hours after the United States retaliated for a deadly drone strike in Syria, American forces are being targeted yet again. President Biden vows to forcefully protect U.S. citizens as his administra...

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Grand jury in Trump hush money probe set to reconvene Monday from 2023-03-24T00:11:59

Donald Trump is defiant ahead of his potential indictment in the hush money investigation in New York and his lawyer's testimony in the classified documents probe in Washington. Also, members of Co...

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Appeals court: Trump lawyer must testify from 2023-03-22T23:49:55

In a major legal ruling against Trump, a federal appeals court says the former president’s lawyer must testify before a grand jury in the criminal investigation of Trump’s handling of classified do...

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Law enforcement preps underway for possible Trump indictment from 2023-03-21T23:40:56

Donald Trump braces for a potential indictment as the Manhattan district attorney weighs historic charges against the former president that could come at any time. The Republican defense of Trump i...

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NYPD increases security ahead of a potential Trump indictment from 2023-03-20T23:54:58

A Trump ally just wrapped up testimony before a grand jury in New York investigating the former president’s alleged role in a hush money scheme. This as New York police are increasing courthouse se...

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Zelensky hails Putin war crimes arrest warrant as “historic” from 2023-03-18T00:17:32

Vladimir Putin is formally charged with war crimes as the International Criminal Court seeks his arrest for an alleged scheme to deport Ukrainian children to Russia. Also, a monumental court ruling...

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U.S. assessing drone ops over Black Sea after Russian harassment from 2023-03-16T23:27:39

The United States believes Russia has recovered some debris from a downed American drone as newly declassified video shows the dangerous mid-air encounter with Russian jets. State Department Spokes...

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Sources: Russians arrive at site of U.S. drone crash in Black Sea from 2023-03-15T23:37:20

U.S. officials say a Russian crew has reached the site where a U.S. drone crashed into the Black Sea after being hit by a Russian jet. Key White House official John Kirby joins to answer what, if a...

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Russian jet damages, forces down U.S. drone over Black Sea from 2023-03-14T23:53:38

The White House is slamming Russia as reckless after a U.S. drone aircraft was forced down by a Russian fighter jet in international air space over the Black Sea. Also, a U.S. Justice Department in...

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Biden blames bank implosion on Trump deregulation from 2023-03-13T23:58:03

Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers joins to discuss the error made in regulating seized banks in the wake of the second largest bank failure in U.S. history. This as a second bank collaps...

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Second biggest bank failure in U.S. history rattles financial markets from 2023-03-11T01:07:19

The second biggest bank failure in U.S. history occurs as regulators close and seize Silicon Valley Bank, rattling markets and raising fears that other banks might collapse. White House Press Secre...

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More than 80 Russian missiles fired in massive new air attack from 2023-03-10T01:19:16

Russia launches one of the biggest aerial assaults of the war, unleashing a deadly barrage of dozens of missiles across the country. Civilians and critical infrastructure are among the targets of t...

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Zelensky invites House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to visit Ukraine from 2023-03-09T01:10:36

Ukraine says Russian fighters are storming Bakhmut nonstop amid a new NATO warning that the embattled city may fall soon. This as President Volodymyr Zelenksy makes an offer to the U.S. House speak...

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Zelenksy: Bakhmut would give Russia “open road” through east from 2023-03-08T01:10:31

Tonight, a first look at Wolf’s exclusive interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on why Ukrainians are refusing to retreat from Bakhmut. Also, some Republican senators are calling ou...

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Sen. Manchin on Democratic divisions over DC crime bill from 2023-03-07T01:36:49

Sen. Manchin of the Appropriations Committee joins to discuss the fight over raising the debt limit and the Washington D.C. criminal justice bill which has Democrats divided. Plus, fighting rages i...

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Russia closer to capturing key Ukrainian city of Bakhmut from 2023-03-04T01:06:10

Fierce new front line attacks and counterattacks in eastern Ukraine as the key Ukrainian city of Bakhmut fears it could fall at any time. This as President Biden commits to sending Ukraine $400 mil...

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FBI: suspect threatened to punish by death “anyone” Jewish in the Michigan government from 2023-03-03T00:47:22

A plot to kill Jewish officials in Michigan is revealed as the state attorney general says she was among the targets. We discuss the growing danger of antisemetic attacks and threats with the head ...

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Thousands of civilians holed up in Bakhmut as Russians advance from 2023-03-02T01:10:41

As Ukrainian forces fire back at Russian tanks and fighters, President Volodymyr Zelensky declares all fronts are “under control.” But, the city of Bakhmut is facing a ferocious assault right now w...

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House hearing on China amid clashes with Beijing over Ukraine, Covid, and TikTok from 2023-03-01T01:32:11

A high-profile hearing on China’s threat to America begins soon as global tensions rise amid the war in Ukraine and fears that China will provide lethal support to Russian forces. Also, student loa...

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U.S. intel divided on Covid-19 origin from 2023-02-28T04:01:01

There’s a new question around the center of the Covid-19 pandemic: where did Covid-19 come from? The Department of Energy made a low-confidence assessment that the lethal virus most likely came fro...

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CIA director: “confident” China is considering sending lethal aid to Russia from 2023-02-28T01:26:59

New fears emerge that Russia’s war against Ukraine is about to get a boost from China. White House national security official John Kirby joins to answer whether Beijing is actively considering send...

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Zelensky vows “2023 will be the year of our victory” from 2023-02-25T01:18:34

Ukraine marks one full year of bloodshed and brutality at the hands of Russian forces. President Zelensky is defiant saying victory is inevitable. The Ukrainian ambassador to the United States join...

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Ukraine bracing for new Russian attacks from 2023-02-24T01:22:15

CNN is near the tense front lines in eastern Ukraine with just a few hours to go before Russia’s war hits the one-year mark. Ukrainian forces brace for the possibility of new Russian strikes tonigh...

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Biden huddles with leaders of NATO’s eastern firewall from 2023-02-23T01:20:27

President Biden is heading home after capping his trip to Ukraine and Poland by meeting with allies on NATO’s front line against Russia. Plus, a new report that Ivanka and Jared Kushner have been s...

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CNN Exclusive: Interview with Polish President Andrzej Duda from 2023-02-22T04:05:53

Key NATO member Polish President Andrzej Duda sat down with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour in an exclusive interview. She tells Wolf about President Duda’s reaction to President Joe Biden’s speech in Po...

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Biden vows to stand with Ukraine hours after Putin defends war from 2023-02-22T01:19:46

A war of words between President Biden and Vladimir Putin in duelling speeches about the year-long conflict in Ukraine. The U.S. president delivered a speech in Poland rallying the West, declaring ...

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Biden in Poland after high-risk trip to Ukraine from 2023-02-21T03:35:50

President Biden is in Poland preparing for a momentous day on Tuesday when he and Russian President Vladimir Putin will be delivering dueling addresses nearly 800 miles apart. This after Biden made...

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Biden wraps up trip to Ukraine war zone from 2023-02-21T01:30:19

President Biden wraps up an unprecedented and dangerous visit to Ukraine with air raid sirens blaring as he and President Zelensky walked the streets of Kyiv. The National Security Council Coordina...

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Russian forces bombard key eastern city in pivotal battle from 2023-02-18T01:34:06

Ukraine fires back at new Russian attacks in a pivotal battle as Vladimir Putin’s brutal war nears the one-year mark. CNN is on the ground in Kyiv and Moscow. Also, five former Memphis police offic...

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Doctor says Biden “healthy” and “vigorous” after physical exam from 2023-02-17T01:14:30

The White House just released the results of President Biden’s physical exam. His doctor declaring that the president remains healthy and vigorous. Will this have any impact on voters’ concerns abo...

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MSU shooter was previously charged with felony, still able to buy guns from 2023-02-16T01:19:56

A tribute begins for the three students killed in the Michigan State University shooting rampage as police try to piece together the gunman’s motive. Michigan’s attorney general joins to discuss ma...

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Police seek motive for deadly shooting rampage at Michigan State University from 2023-02-15T01:19:52

Hours after America’s latest shooting rampage, police are trying to figure out why a gunman opened fire at Michigan State University. Three students are dead and five are wounded as new information...

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WH: unable to “definitively assess” what unidentified objects are from 2023-02-14T01:20:48

A slew of unanswered questions emerge after U.S. fighter jets shoot down unidentified flying objects. President’s Biden’s team is offering little information but says there is no indication of alie...

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U.S. shoots down new “high-altitude object” days after downing of Chinese spy balloon from 2023-02-11T01:27:33

President Biden gave the order to U.S. fighter jets to shoot down an unidentified object flying at high-altitude over Alaska just hours ago. Plus, another classified document is found in the posses...

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Time running out to find survivors as death toll tops 12,000 from 2023-02-10T01:19:20

As the earthquake death toll rises past 21,000, CNN is moving deeper into the disaster zone with live reports from Turkey and Syria. Also, President Biden takes his new fight with Republicans over ...

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CNN near quake epicenter as death toll soars above 12,0000 from 2023-02-09T00:33:41

Gut-wrenching images emerge of homes and lives destroyed near the epicenter of the earthquake. CNN is on the ground in Syria and Turkey as the death toll soars above 12,000. Also, President Biden i...

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Death tolls tops 7,700 in Turkey and Syria from 2023-02-08T01:26:28

Bitter cold and utter devastation slow the search for quake survivors as the death toll in Turkey and Syria climbs past 7,700. Also, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy weighs in on whether Rep. George Sa...

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Death toll rises above 3,400 after devastating earthquake from 2023-02-07T01:11:14

Mass destruction and more than 3,400 people are dead after a powerful earthquake and dozens of aftershocks in Turkey and Syria. Also, U.S. officials reveal new information on the size, capabilities...

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Pentagon: Chinese balloon at 60,000 ft, has ability to maneuver from 2023-02-04T01:19:02

U.S. officials tell CNN the possibility of shooting down the Chinese spy balloon has not been ruled out. This as the secretary of state warns Beijing that the balloon's brazen flight over the Unite...

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Zelensky: new Russian offensive may already be getting started from 2023-02-03T01:06:06

A new barrage of missile strikes hit Ukraine as President Zelensky warns Russia’s renewed military offensive may already be getting started. CNN was on the scene of attacks that sent civilians runn...

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Biden, McCarthy wrap high-stakes talk on debt limit showdown from 2023-02-02T00:48:34

Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy just wrapped up their first high-stakes talks on raising the nation’s debt limit. McCarthy told reporters moments ago that he thinks he and the president ...

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Body cam footage doesn’t match up with police report suggesting Nichols was violent from 2023-02-01T00:48:32

Troubling contradictions emerge in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols. We break down claims that don’t match up with videos. Plus, CNN interviews Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu who reveal...

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Sixth Memphis officer relieved of duty after Tyre Nichols’ death from 2023-01-31T00:59:18

A sixth Memphis police officer has now been relieved of duty after the deadly beating of Tyre Nichols and the release of chilling videos of his arrest. Our experts break down the evidence and the g...

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Memphis “SCORPION unit” under scrutiny after Tyre Nichols’ death from 2023-01-28T01:08:22

We’re standing by for the expected release of an arrest video showing the fatal encounter between Tyre Nichols and five former Memphis police officers. The Nichols family and officials warn the foo...

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Sources: law enforcement agencies bracing for release of Tyre Nichols’ arrest footage from 2023-01-27T00:39:57

Five former Memphis police officers are facing murder charges due to the death of Tyre Nichols. Law enforcement agencies across the country are bracing for reaction to footage which a top Tennessee...

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Biden: U.S. sending 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine from 2023-01-26T01:03:42

The United States has pledged to arm Ukraine with some of the most sophisticated tanks on the planet. Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander Gen. Wesley Clark (Ret.) joins to discuss strategic object...

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Major breakthrough for military support to Ukraine from 2023-01-25T01:14:02

The United States and Germany appear poised to deliver sophisticated tanks as they urge Ukrainians to turn the focus from brutal battles in the east to a renewed offense in the south. Plus: Former ...

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Update for January 23, 2023 from 2023-01-24T00:45:39

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New U.S. moves against mercenary group aiding Russia’s war from 2023-01-21T01:01:56

As Ukrainian forces train for the next big battle against Russia, the Biden administration is taking new action against a mercenary group aiding Vladimir Putin’s war. This as the United States and ...

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Dow falls lower amid recession fears from 2023-01-20T00:48:28

A high stakes political standoff emerges over rising the debt ceiling after the U.S. hits its $31 trillion limit. The threat of an economically disastrous default is now hanging over Congress, the ...

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Fiery crash kills 14 including Ukraine officials and a child from 2023-01-19T00:56:22

A fiery helicopter crash near Kyiv kills 14 people including key government officials and a child. A top state department spokesperson joins to answer what the U.S. is learning about the crash. Plu...

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Netherlands PM: will join in sending Patriot missile defense system to Ukraine from 2023-01-18T00:33:51

Another child’s body is found in the rubble of a Ukrainian residential apartment building as the death toll from a powerful Russian missile attack rises. White House official John Kirby joins to an...

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New wave of Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure in Ukraine from 2023-01-17T01:15:44

Ukraine is reeling tonight from one of the deadliest Russian attacks since the invasion. At least 40 people have been killed in a cruise missile strike on an apartment building right in the center ...

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Massive explosion in Eastern Ukrainian city from 2023-01-14T00:45:48

A huge explosion hits the disputed Ukrainian city of Soledar as Russia is claiming it has captured the city and officials in Kyiv insist the battle is not over yet. We have a live report from Ukrai...

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Biden’s ex-executive assistant interviewed in DOJ documents probe from 2023-01-13T00:33:29

A special counsel is now set to investigate President Biden’s handling of classified material. The U.S. attorney general launches an independent probe after more documents were found, this time at ...

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Sources: Biden legal team finds classified docs at second location from 2023-01-12T00:49:24

According to sources, classified documents are among the records found by the Biden legal team in a search of a second location. Rep. Chris Stewart of the Intelligence Committee joins to discuss th...

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Update for January 10, 2023 from 2023-01-11T00:25:34

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Classified docs from Biden’s time as VP discovered in private office from 2023-01-10T01:12:26

Attorneys for President Biden find several classified documents from his time as vice president at one of his private offices according to a source familiar with the story. The documents were disco...

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House returning to session soon as McCarthy seizes momentum from 2023-01-07T00:47:35

Rep. Kevin McCarthy is right now trying to seize momentum in the bid for speakership. McCarthy’s proposed concessions include allowing one member to call for a vote to oust the speaker, to hold vot...

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Update for January 5, 2023 from 2023-01-06T01:15:22

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McCarthy defeated for sixth time from 2023-01-05T00:54:38

Republicans are huddling behind closed door tonight as Rep. Kevin McCarthy’s bid for the speaker’s gavel lands with a thud for the second straight day. Plus, new information is emerging about the t...

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Rep. Jordan: “no” chance I will become House speaker from 2023-01-04T01:10:18

Rep. Kevin McCarthy has failed to lock down the votes he needed to win the speaker's gavel in the House. Despite losing this third vote, McCarthy remains defiant, refusing to give up despite a band...

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McCarthy meets with opponents, allies hours before speaker vote from 2023-01-03T01:13:19

Republican Kevin McCarthy is holding last-ditch talks tonight to fight to win the speaker’s job in the House. We’ll tell you who has been spotted heading into his office. Also, the suspect in the b...

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Putin, Xi vow closer ties as Russia bombards Ukraine from 2022-12-31T00:58:24

Vladimir Putin vows his ties with China’s president can withstand all tests as Russia launches a fresh round of drone strikes in Ukraine. Plus, police officially announced the name of the suspect i...

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Brazilian soccer legend Pelé dies at age 82 from 2022-12-30T01:25:28

Pelé, the Brazilian soccer star who became a global icon, has died at 82 after a battle with cancer. Plus, the January 6th select committee released witness transcripts which include Donald Trump J...

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Southwest has cancelled about 16,000 flights in a week from 2022-12-29T01:17:52

The Southwest Airlines crisis is taking a growing toll on travelers with thousands of additional flights cancelled today. Federal scrutiny is intensifying as stranded customers demand action. Also,...

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Supreme Court: Trump-era border restrictions remain in effect from 2022-12-28T01:21:35

The U.S. Supreme Court has just issued a ruling leaving Trump-era immigration restrictions in effect while legal challenges play out. We’ll go live to the border to see how this ruling may impact a...

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National Guard troops deployed for rescue efforts in NY from 2022-12-27T00:53:46

A deadly and paralyzing blizzard emergency emerges from a historic winter storm. The governor of New York requested federal help, warning the danger to residents there is urgent. Erie County execut...

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Thousands of flight cancellations&delays as massive storm hits from 2022-12-24T01:16:58

Dangerous whiteout conditions emerge as a huge and deadly winter storm strikes the northeast. We are tracking this epic weather system as it unleashes record cold, heavy snow, freezing rain, and fl...

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New witness transcripts just released by January 6 committee from 2022-12-23T01:07:14

A new batch of transcripts has just been released by the January 6th select committee. We go through the interviews by key witnesses. Plus, a once in a generation winter storm is leaving almost hal...

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Update for December 21, 2022 from 2022-12-22T00:38:11

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Plans under way for Zelensky to visit White House tomorrow from 2022-12-21T01:26:21

Sources say plans are underway for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenky to visit the White House tomorrow. Also, a House committee is about to vote on whether boxes full of former President Trump’...

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Jan. 6 committee refers Trump to DOJ on four criminal charges from 2022-12-20T01:21:56

The January 6th committee formally accuses Donald Trump of crimes for his role in the insurrection, sending referrals to the Justice Department on four federal charges. We break down the legal thre...

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Source: 1/6 committee may recommend criminal charges against Trump from 2022-12-17T01:20:50

CNN has learned that the January 6th select committee is considering asking the DOJ to pursue at least two criminal charges against former President Trump. Also, colossal damage from one of the big...

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Stocks tumble on recession fears from 2022-12-16T01:21:59

Recession fears grip Wall Street and stock prices tumble as the Federal Reserve's downbeat new economic forecast starts to sink in. Also, a CNN exclusive interview with outgoing House Speaker Nancy...

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Fed opts for smaller rate increase, signals more hikes in 2023 from 2022-12-15T01:01:34

Americans buying homes and seeking loans are bracing for the impact of the seventh interest rate hike this year. The Federal Reserve is opting for a smaller increase this time as inflation cools wh...

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Confirmed tornado in Louisiana from 2022-12-14T01:16:15

A large and extremely dangerous tornado was just confirmed in Louisiana as a massive winter storm sweeps the United States. We’re tracking the severe weather system that’s threatening millions of A...

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New subpoena for GA Secretary of State from 2022-12-13T01:06:36

A new subpoena in the federal investigation of January 6th is seeking testimony from the Georgia Secretary of State who defied Trump’s efforts to try to overturn the presidential election. Plus, we...

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Source: judge declines to hold Trump in contempt of court from 2022-12-10T00:55:07

A federal judge declined to hold Trump in contempt of court for failing to comply with a subpoena regarding classified documents. Also, we look at Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema’s decision to leave...

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Justice Department seeking to hold Trump in contempt from 2022-12-09T01:01:58

The U.S. Justice Department is asking a federal judge to hold former President Donald Trump in contempt for failing to comply with a subpoena to turn over highly classified documents. Plus, we’re l...

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Chairman: Jan 6 committee has decided to make criminal referrals from 2022-12-08T01:10:37

According to sources, the January 6th committee has decided that criminal referrals will happen. Plus, the Trump team finds more documents marked classified on the former president’s property. Also...

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Update for December 6, 2022 from 2022-12-06T23:17:02

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NC grid attack closes schools, forces a state of emergency from 2022-12-06T00:46:30

The FBI joins the hunt for a suspect in North Carolina after a targeted power grid attack left thousands of people without electricity. Also, the final campaign push in Georgia is happening now in ...

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January 6th panels weighs final moves from 2022-12-03T00:40:44

The January 6th Select Committee holds urgent talks on its final moves knowing that the panel’s days are numbered as the House swings toward a Republican majority. Rep. Adam Schiff of the committee...

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Federal appeals court halts special master review of docs seized at Mar-a-Lago from 2022-12-02T00:58:24

A federal appeals court has just halted a special master review of documents seized from Mar-a-Lago. We examine details of the ruling and what it means for the boarder investigations of former Pres...

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House passes bill to avert rail strike from 2022-12-01T00:57:36

Attorney General Merrick Garland spoke about the historic convictions in the Justice Department’s January 6th investigation a day after the leader of the Oath Keepers was found guilty of seditious ...

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Oath Keepers leader convicted of seditious conspiracy from 2022-11-30T01:07:31

The leader of the far right group the Oath Keepers has been found guilty of seditious conspiracy and his role in the events of January 6th. We break down this rare and powerful verdict and what it ...

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Rare protests rage across China over zero-Covid policy from 2022-11-29T00:37:10

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 w...

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Extreme hardship in Ukraine amid widespread power outages from 2022-11-26T01:22:22

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 ...

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Six Killed in Virginia Mass Shooting from 2022-11-24T01:39:25

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 ...

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Garamendi Speaks Out About Death Threats from 2022-11-23T02:05:56

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...

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Names of Colorado Victims Released from 2022-11-22T02:45:39

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 v...

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Special counsel will take over probes into Trump from 2022-11-19T00:42:15

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...

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Pelosi ends run as Democratic leader from 2022-11-18T01:05:56

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 P...

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GOP one seat away from securing House majority from 2022-11-17T00:45:02

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 U...

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Missile strike hits NATO member Poland from 2022-11-16T00:40:45

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 G...

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House still undecided as Dems hold Senate from 2022-11-15T01:01:22

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 Presiden...

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Update for November 11, 2022 from 2022-11-11T21:22:51

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Update for November 10, 2022 from 2022-11-10T23:16:52

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Razor-thin Senate race in Georgia could be destined for runoff from 2022-11-08T00:44:20

We’re just one day away from tomorrow’s pivotal midterm elections. In a little over 24 hours, results will begin pouring in with huge implications for the direction of the country and the future of...

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Last pre-election labor report: 261K new jobs added in October from 2022-11-05T00:09:51

With elections just four days out, candidates are making their final pitches to voters. We speak with high-ranking House member Rep. James Clyburn about the future of House. Also, the U.S. economy ...

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Law enforcement involved in elections across U.S. from 2022-11-03T23:45:48

With five days until midterms, Democrats are playing defense and deploying more famous faces to try to bolster their chances in key races. President Biden has a rally out west this hour, building o...

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San Francisco D.A. on motive of Pelosi attack suspect from 2022-11-03T00:20:19

A top House committee chairwoman demands answers from U.S. Capitol Police about the Paul Pelosi attack, raising serious questions about the security for U.S. lawmakers. The San Francisco district a...

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U.S. Capitol Police chief: more security needed to protect lawmakers in current climate from 2022-11-02T00:00:53

The man charged in the hammer attack on Nancy Pelosi’s husband has just been arraigned. Also, political heavyweights in both parties are hitting the campaign trail one week before the midterm elect...

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Pelosi attack rekindles fears of political violence ahead of midterms from 2022-10-31T23:57:46

Federal prosecutors have charged the suspect in the Paul Pelosi attack with assault and attempted kidnapping. There are chilling new details about his alleged plan to take House Speaker Nancy Pelos...

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Feds warn domestic extremists pose threat to midterms from 2022-10-29T00:00:58

Federal officials have just issued a new warning that violent extremists here in the United States are posing a heightened threat to the midterm elections just hours after the brutal attack on Nanc...

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Putin denies plans to use nuclear weapons from 2022-10-28T00:28:58

Ukrainian troops are strengthening defense positions against Russia right now, bracing for what they call the heaviest battles ahead in the fight for Kherson. Also, President Biden touts unexpected...

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One-on-one with Israeli President Isaac Herzog from 2022-10-27T00:07:03

Wolf sits down for an exclusive interview with Israeli President Isaac Herzog to discuss the war in Ukraine and the threats posed by Russia and Iran. Plus, Russian forces train for a nuclear strike...

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Pennsylvania Senate debate tonight from 2022-10-26T00:30:43

Tonight, a debate showdown in Pennsylvania, a race that could decide Senate control. Also, a Russian court has upheld its nine-year prison sentence for Brittney Griner. Author Bob Woodward joins to...

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New CNN polls: over 60% of PA, WI voters say economy getting worse from 2022-10-24T23:51:02

President Biden’s new closing argument to voters acknowledges Democrats are running against the tide with Election Day fast approaching. We look at CNN’s exclusive new polls. Also, the Trump organi...

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Steve Bannon sentenced to prison from 2022-10-22T00:36:48

The January 6th select committee officially subpoenas former President Trump, demanding documents and testimony. The move comes as Trump ally Steve Bannon is sentenced to four months in prison for ...

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Russia evacuating civilians as Ukraine forces push toward Kherson from 2022-10-21T00:05:30

Fighting intensifies in southern Ukraine as Russia resorts to desperate measures to try to hold the front line. Also, President Biden is in the critical midterm battleground state of Pennsylvania t...

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Judge orders release of emails from ex-Trump election lawyer from 2022-10-20T00:06:44

A federal judge a few moments ago ordered the release of emails from John Eastman, a former Donald Trump attorney, to House investigators. According to the judge, Trump signed legal documents descr...

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Swarms of kamikaze drones overwhelm Ukraine’s air defense from 2022-10-18T23:55:05

Drone attacks cause blackouts across Ukraine as Russia targets more power plants and escalates civilian suffering. Also, a CNN exclusive on the Trump tapes. Hear some of then President Trump’s reve...

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Kyiv mayor: death toll from drone strikes rises to four from 2022-10-18T00:13:43

Russian kamikaze drones hit Kyiv, striking civilian infrastructure and killing at least four people. Also, as the Iranian crackdown on Kurdish protests continues, some Iranian Kurdish women flee to...

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DOJ files formal appeal of Mar-a-Lago special master from 2022-10-15T00:22:13

The DOJ just filed a formal appeal of the appointment of a special master who is overseeing the review of highly classified documents seized from Mar-a-Lago. Also, former President Trump lashes out...

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January 6 committee subpoenas Trump from 2022-10-13T23:55:10

The January 6th select committee punctuates its final hearing before the midterm elections with a bombshell: a subpoena for former President Donald Trump. The panel also played never-before-seen fo...

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Jury: Alex Jones should pay nearly $1 billion to Sandy Hook families from 2022-10-12T23:49:04

A jury has awarded nearly one billion dollars to Sandy Hook families in the defamation case against Alex Jones. Then, Russia launches mass casualty missile strikes in Ukraine as the U.S. and NATO s...

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UK spy chief: Russia “desperate” as military supplies run low from 2022-10-12T00:04:43

Russia unleashes a new round of revenge attacks on Ukraine triggering air raid sirens and destruction. President Zelensky is pleading with G7 nations for more weapons during emergency talks on the ...

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Biden promises Ukraine “advanced air defense systems” from 2022-10-11T00:07:37

Flames and destruction in the Ukrainian capital after Russia unleashes its heaviest air strikes since the invasion. A key adviser to President Volodymyr Zelensky joins to discuss the implications f...

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Sources: top U.S. officials surprised by Biden’s nuke “armageddon” warning from 2022-10-08T00:27:53

President Biden ignites a firestorm with an unexpected warning that Russia’s war on Ukraine could spark what he calls a nuclear armageddon. U.S. officials say there’s no new intelligence, but the m...

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Ukraine: counteroffensive reclaims 120+ settlements in two weeks from 2022-10-07T00:17:17

Major developments in Ukraine where Russian forces are fleeing a relentless counteroffensive. There are nuclear fears as Vladimir Putin lays claim to an embattled Ukrainian nuclear power plant. U.S...

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Iranian government arrests eight after teen protestor found dead from 2022-10-06T00:11:26

In Iran, the government says eight people are under arrest after a young protestor was found dead. Also, there are fears that gas prices could once again surge as a group of oil producing nations a...

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Trump goes to Supreme Court over Mar-a-Lago search from 2022-10-05T00:26:42

Former President Trump files an emergency request at the Supreme Court, asking the justices to intervene in the dispute over materials seized at Mar-a-Lago. Plus, CNN is on the ground in Florida wh...

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Hurricane Ian’s death toll rises to at least 104 from 2022-10-04T00:57:01

The death toll from Hurricane Ian surges to at least 104 people as urgent rescues are still underway and emergency crews track down survivors. Also, an exclusive CNN report from a key city just rec...

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Ian strikes South Carolina from 2022-10-01T00:49:27

Ian is striking South Carolina after making landfall again as a Category 1 hurricane. Piers are collapsing as emergency officials warn the storm remains an extreme threat right now. This comes as t...

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Water rescues underway after Hurricane Ian kills at least 17 from 2022-09-30T00:07:04

Urgent rescues are underway as Florida suffers from catastrophic hurricane destruction for miles and miles leaving homes shredded and entire communities underwater. Ian has regained strength and is...

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Hurricane Ian makes second landfall from 2022-09-29T00:34:40

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis warns Hurricane Ian will cause a lot of damage throughout the state of Florida. As the catastrophic storm makes landfall, some towns expect storm surges of up to 17 fe...

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Florida braces for life-threatening storm surge as Ian nears from 2022-09-28T00:01:24

Forecasts warn Hurricane Ian’s winds are extending, further threatening a wider area in Florida as the storm is now expected to move to shore in about 24 hours from now. Plus, Russia is claiming vi...

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Ian strengthens to Category 2 hurricane from 2022-09-27T00:34:19

A new forecast for Hurricane Ian’s assault on Florida is being released this hour as evacuations begin and National Guard troops mobilize. Also, CNN’s new exclusive reporting on a mysterious phone ...

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“Sham” pro-Russia vote in Ukraine from 2022-09-24T00:41:33

The West is condemning a sham vote now underway in Russian held parts of Ukraine. Putin is seeking a bogus endorsement of his violent takeover of territory as his war strategy ignites protest at ho...

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Protests spread in Russia as Putin calls up 300,000 reservists from 2022-09-23T00:28:14

Division is growing inside Russia’s military as Putin struggles with new setbacks in Ukraine and angers his generals by giving them direct orders. Then, chief international anchor Christiane Amanpo...

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Zelensky to U.N.: Demand punishment for Russian crimes from 2022-09-22T00:20:44

President Volodymyr Zelensky demands punishment for Russian crimes against Ukraine in remarks moments ago before the United Nations General Assembly. This as Vladimir Putin is escalating the war by...

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DOJ&Trump team hold first meeting with Mar-a-Lago special master from 2022-09-21T00:29:41

A major courtroom showdown in the Mar-a-Lago investigation just ramped up as the Trump team’s hand picked special master raises questions over claims the former president declassified documents sei...

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Migrants taken to Martha’s Vineyard tell CNN they were misled from 2022-09-17T00:18:43

There is growing backlash against Republican governors who sent migrants north. The White House likening their actions to human smugglers. Also, the stage is set for a legal showdown as the Justice...

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Freight railways, unions reach deal to avoid crippling strike from 2022-09-16T00:35:11

A rail strike that would have been disastrous for the U.S. economy has been avoided after the Biden administration brokers a tentative deal. Key player in those talks, Labor Secretary Marty Walsh, ...

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Amtrak cancels all long distance trains ahead of potential strike from 2022-09-14T23:52:06

Amtrak is canceling all long distance train service ahead of a looming rail strike. High-stakes talks are under way as unions and rail companies try to avoid a major shutdown. Can they strike a dea...

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Now: Queen Elizabeth’s coffin inside Buckingham palace from 2022-09-14T00:34:01

The grand farewell to Queen Elizabeth moves to London where her coffin is now inside Buckingham palace. Also, the first look inside a city that has just been retaken by Ukraine. The Ukrainian ambas...

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Charles III addresses UK, Scottish parliaments for first time as King from 2022-09-13T00:29:02

Queen Elizabeth’s coffin is now resting at a cathedral in Scotland after a solemn, silent vigil held by her children, led by the new King. Also, Ukraine raises its flag over territory it has reclai...

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Grief and gratitude from the new King from 2022-09-10T00:08:03

Charles III delivered the first speech of his reign, vowing to carry on Queen Elizabeth II's unwavering service to her country while joining with those mourning his mother's death. Our corresponden...

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Special report: The passing of Queen Elizabeth from 2022-09-08T23:52:38

Wolf continues our tribute to the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, who died today at the age of 96.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more abou...

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Wash Post: material on foreign nations’s nukes seized at Mar-a-Lago from 2022-09-07T23:55:04

Rising fears that former President Trump may have endangered national and international security after a new report that highly classified material on a foreign nation’s nuclear defenses was seized...

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Ex-Trump attorney general: special master ruling is “wrong” from 2022-09-07T00:00:56

Tough new criticism emerges of the decision to have a special master review documents seized from Mar-a-Lago. Former Trump Attorney General Bill Barr is weighing in tonight, calling the judge’s opi...

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Judge grants Trump’s special master request from 2022-09-06T00:33:46

A federal judge ordered an independent review of the documents seized in the search of Mar-a-Lago, granting former President Trump’s request to appoint a special master. We break down the ruling an...

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Mar-a-Lago inventory reveals 48+ empty folders marked classified from 2022-09-03T00:06:23

New developments in the Mar-a-Lago investigation as a federal judge unseals an inventory divulging the trove of material seized from Donald Trump’s Florida home. The extensive list  raises new ques...

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Special master hearing ends with no ruling from judge from 2022-09-02T00:39:08

The courtroom’s showdown over Donald Trump’s request for a special master has just concluded without a decision from the judge. Trump attorneys are making their case, comparing his retention of cla...

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Water crisis in Mississippi’s capitol city enters third straight day from 2022-09-01T00:26:33

In Jackson, Mississippi, a third straight day of misery amid a water supply crisis. Emergency distribution measures struggle to reach the city’s 150,000 residents. Then, the FDA has authorized the ...

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Tonight: DOJ to respond to Trump’s “special master” request from 2022-08-31T00:20:20

A new deadline for the Justice Department approaches as prosecutors are about to submit a lengthy response to former President Trump’s request for a special master in the Mar-a-Lago investigation. ...

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Sen. Graham: Trump indictment would cause “riots in the streets” from 2022-08-30T00:21:19

The Justice Department says a limited set of materials seized from Mar-a-Lago could be covered by attorney-client privilege. Former President Trump is pushing for a special master to review the mat...

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Roughly half of Mar-a-Lago affidavit redacted from 2022-08-27T00:03:10

The newly unsealed Mar-a-Lago search affidavit reveals the level of Top Secret intelligence that was taken to former President Trump’s home, stored in an unauthorized location, and at a risk of fal...

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Redacted Mar-a-Lago affidavit to be unsealed by noon tomorrow from 2022-08-26T00:22:22

The Mar-a-Lago search affidavit will be released with the Justice Department’s redactions. A federal judge just ordered the information to be unsealed by noon tomorrow. Also, the Biden White House ...

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Ukraine: death toll rises to 22 in Russian attack on train station from 2022-08-25T00:05:13

The death toll is rising from an attack at a train station in Ukraine as the country marks six devastating months since Russia launched its invasion. CNN is live in Kyiv and in Moscow at this criti...

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National Archives: most sensitive government secrets among 700+ pages retrieved from 2022-08-24T00:11:42

A just released letter reveals new information about classified material retrieved from Mar-a-Lago months before the FBI search. The letter shows the National Archives was pushing back in May to sh...

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Trump team requests “special master” to review Mar-a-Lago evidence from 2022-08-23T00:15:48

Trump's legal team just asked a federal judge to appoint a third party attorney known as a special master to go through evidence that the FBI seized from Mar-a-Lago. We will break down the signific...

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GA prosecutor argues Sen. Graham is “crucial” to grand jury probe from 2022-08-19T23:48:45

Senator Lindsey Graham just lost a new bid to avoid facing a Georgia grand jury next week. The investigation into the efforts to try to overturn the state’s presidential election results is heating...

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Judge unseals some Mar-a-Lago documents from 2022-08-19T00:40:27

A federal judge released some documents tied to the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago, and is signaling he may unseal parts of the search affidavit as well. This as 18 former senior Trump administration o...

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Giuliani faces Georgia grand jury from 2022-08-18T02:14:51

Rudy Giuliani was questioned under oath today about the ex-president's potentially illegal attempts to stay in power. He's the closest adviser to former President Donald Trump to be named a target ...

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Now: Trump critic Cheney at risk of defeat in WY GOP primary from 2022-08-17T00:15:09

We’re learning that the FBI has interviewed the former top lawyers in the Trump White House in connection with the investigation of classified documents taken to Mar-a-Lago. Rep. Adam Schiff, a key...

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Prosecutors tell Giuliani he’s a target in GA election probe from 2022-08-16T00:00:21

Chilling new threats to kill law enforcement personnel emerge in the wake of the search of former President Trump’s Florida home. Now, Trump makes new claims about what agents seized during their s...

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Warrant: Trump under investigation for possible Espionage Act violations from 2022-08-13T00:33:03

The Mar-a-Lago search warrant is now public and it reveals FBI agents went to Trump’s home looking for possible violations of the Espionage Act and other major crimes. The FBI left with a trove of ...

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Source: Trump hasn’t decided how to respond to DOJ motion yet from 2022-08-12T00:34:10

President Trump is now responding to the U.S. Justice Department’s new move to unseal the warrant used to search his Florida home. The attorney general revealed that he personally approved the requ...

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FBI Mar-a-Lago search came after suspicions of withheld materials from 2022-08-11T00:31:53

Former President Trump pleads the fifth and refused to answer questions in a New York investigation of his company. His legal perils appear to grow as new details emerge about the FBI’s search of h...

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Unprecedented FBI search of Tump unleashes legal&political storm from 2022-08-10T00:41:48

New urgency in the U.S. Justice Department investigation of former President Trump after the unprecedented FBI search of his Florida home. We explore details on what federal agents found. Some prom...

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Biden predicts economic package will help Dems in midterms from 2022-08-09T00:23:24

President Biden is on the brink of a much needed win after the Senate passage of a landmark economic package. Plus, CNN has learned that two years worth of Alex Jones' text messages have been turne...

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Unemployment rate dips to 3.5%, lowest level in 50 years from 2022-08-06T00:21:38

A new jobs report shows hiring in the United States was hot in July, throwing cold water on recession fears but adding to concerns about inflation. Also, U.S. and Chinese tensions rise after Beijin...

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Jury orders Alex Jones to pay over $4 million to Sandy Hook parents from 2022-08-05T00:07:21

A Texas jury has ordered conspiracy theorist Alex Jones to pay over $4 million to the parents of a child killed in the Sandy Hook massacre as compensation for his lie that the shooting was a hoax. ...

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Kansas protects abortion rights in key vote from 2022-08-04T00:04:27

Abortion rights advocates are celebrating a big win in the red sate of Kansas where voters overwhelmingly refused to clear the way for a state abortion ban. We’ll break down the vote and what it co...

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Pelosi defends Taiwan visit, says no conflict with U.S. policy from 2022-08-03T00:05:45

China’s military is mobilizing after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi lands in Taiwan defying Beijing’s threat of retaliation. Also, new images show the hideout where al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri wa...

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Death toll rises in historic Kentucky flood disaster from 2022-08-02T00:26:26

The death toll in flood ravaged eastern Kentucky rises to 35 as hundreds remain missing and more heavy rain is in the forecast. Governor Andy Beshear joins to discuss his states’ response. Also, th...

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McCarthy: “I don’t recall” Cassidy Hutchinson conversation on Jan 6 from 2022-07-30T00:41:59

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy now claims he doesn’t recall a January 6th conversation with Cassidy Hutchinson about preventing Donald Trump from going to the U.S. Capitol. Also, we are follo...

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DOJ preps for court battle to force Trump officials’ testimony from 2022-07-29T00:14:28

The Justice Department is preparing for a court battle to force top Trump White House officials to testify about their conversations with the former president on and around January 6th. Also, the U...

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Ex-Trump aide: DOJ has reached out to more former WH officials from 2022-07-28T00:04:11

New information emerges about the Justice Department’s criminal investigation of January 6th as federal prosecutors are now looking at the actions of former President Trump. Also, Americans are bra...

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Trump sets stage for 2024 with familiar attacks, false claims from 2022-07-27T00:32:28

Former President Trump is signaling he is going to stick to his old playbook as he appears poised to run for the White House again. Plus, the United States Justice Department’s insurrection investi...

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1/6 committee reveals Trump’s handwritten edits to Jan 7 speech draft from 2022-07-26T00:46:16

The January 6th select committee is pushing ahead, revealing damning new evidence against former President Trump. The panel just released hand written changes he made to a draft of the January 7th ...

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1/6 committee chairs: Bannon verdict “victory for rule of law” from 2022-07-22T23:50:33

A jury has found Steve Bannon guilty of two counts of contempt of Congress for defying a subpoena from the January 6th select committee. Also tonight, January 6th select committee member Rep. Zoe L...

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Biden, who is 79 and double-boosted, tests positive for Covid-19 from 2022-07-22T00:06:49

President Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 with White House officials reassuring the American public his symptoms are mild. Then, witnesses of the January 6th select committee are expected to...

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Secret Service: taking “additional steps” to preserve data from 2022-07-21T00:42:38

The January 6th select committee is responding after the U.S. Secret Service handed over only one text message from the day of the insurrection and the day before. Rep. Stephanie Murphy of the Janu...

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Secret Service has not recovered missing texts from 2022-07-19T23:51:24

The January 6th select committee has just received thousands of documents from the U.S. Secret Service but the agency has not found the potentially deleted texts from the day of the riot and the da...

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Steve Bannon trial begins from 2022-07-19T00:06:09

Steve Bannon’s criminal contempt trial is underway with jury selection just wrapping up for the day. This as the January 6th select committee is preparing for Thursday’s primetime hearing that will...

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DHS watchdog says Secret Service erased texts from Jan 5&6 from 2022-07-16T00:25:05

President Biden speaks out about his critical talks in Saudi Arabia saying he brought up the murder of the journalist Jamal Khashoggi with the Crown Prince who the CIA blames for ordering the killi...

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U.S.&Israel split over Iran from 2022-07-14T23:58:01

President Biden and the Israeli prime minister agree to stop Iran from getting a nuclear weapon but are divided on how to accomplish that. The Israeli ambassador to the United States joins to answe...

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Biden embarks on high-stakes Middle East trip from 2022-07-14T00:40:20

Joe Biden kicked off his first Middle East trip as commander in chief in Israel today. We bring you live coverage from Jerusalem. The president left the country as a new inflation report is weighin...

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1/6 committee reveals planning behind Trump’s call to march to Capitol from 2022-07-13T00:21:54

The January 6th select committee presents evidence that then President Trump planned for and intended his supporters to march to the U.S. Capitol. The panel argued Trump’s call to arms directly led...

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1/6 committee: will expose links between Trump allies, extremist groups tomorrow from 2022-07-11T23:58:28

January 6th investigators are promising tomorrow’s hearing will expose ties between extremist groups that stormed the U.S. Capitol and Trump allies, including Roger Stone and Michael Flynn. January...

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Ex-Trump WH counsel meets with Jan 6 committee behind closed doors from 2022-07-09T00:17:19

One of the most important witnesses yet goes before the January 6th select committee. What is Trump White House counsel Pat Cipollone saying right now behind closed doors? Also, a stunning and rare...

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One-on-one with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky from 2022-07-08T00:27:22

Political upheaval in Britain as Prime Minister Boris Johnson is resigning after a series of ethics scandals forced him to step down. In an exclusive interview, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelens...

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Prosecutor: gunman confessed to opening fire at parade from 2022-07-07T00:09:34

A confession in the Illinois mass shooting as we have video capturing the terror on July 4th. The gunman admits to opening fire and considering a second attack. Also, former Trump White House couns...

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Police: relative says victim threatened to “kill everyone” in 2019 from 2022-07-06T00:35:43

The death toll rises to seven in the Illinois mass shooting. This as the police reveal that knives and a sword were removed from the suspect’s home in 2019 after a relative said he threatened to “k...

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Police: appears shooter fired at July 4th parade from rooftop from 2022-07-05T01:06:46

Police have released a name and picture of the young man, 22-years-old, they call a person of interest in the deadly 4th of July parade mass shooting in Highland Park, Illinois. The horrifying holi...

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Sources: committee believes Meadows intermediary pressured Hutchinson from 2022-07-01T23:50:13

The January 6th select committee now believes it was an intermediary for Mark Meadows who tried to pressure Cassidy Hutchinson. A spokesman for Meadows denies the accusation. Plus, a holiday travel...

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Biden backs dropping filibuster rules to pass abortion rights law from 2022-07-01T00:21:44

New information about potential witness intimidation in the January 6th investigation. Sources tell CNN that a Trump ally tried to influence Cassidy Hutchinson’s explosive testimony. Also, Presiden...

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Senior House Republican: new testimony “will lead to indictments” from 2022-06-30T00:27:22

Former President Trump’s risk of criminal prosecution may be rising now after a former White House aide provided explosive public testimony about Trump’s erratic behavior on January 6th. A senior R...

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Ex-WH aide: Trump knew crowd had weapons from 2022-06-29T00:09:48

A former White House aide paints a portrait of then President Trump unhinged and raging on January 6th even when told many of his supporters were armed and violence could be imminent. Today’s testi...

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Chaos, confusion amid new patchwork of abortion bans across U.S. from 2022-06-28T00:37:24

A new January 6th select committee hearing has been unexpectedly announced for tomorrow. What new evidence prompted this sudden change? Also, local officials now report multiple fatalities and at l...

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Supreme Court ends 50 years of federal abortion rights from 2022-06-25T00:25:44

Demonstrations at the U.S. Supreme Court where 50 years of federal abortion rights for women have been struck down. New reaction to the ruling overturning Roe v. Wade as we examine the consequences...

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1/6 witness: Trump told DOJ “just say the election was corrupt” from 2022-06-24T00:37:58

After a day of dramatic testimony, the January 6th select committee made the case that Donald Trump used his power to try to corrupt the U.S. Justice Department for his own personal benefit. Januar...

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New evidence raises questions about Ivanka Trump’s 1/6 testimony from 2022-06-23T00:32:19

New evidence is raising questions about Ivanka Trump’s testimony to the January 6th select committee. This comes on the eve of the next hearing as we’re also learning that panel members are boostin...

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RNC chair testifies on Trump’s direct involvement in electors plot from 2022-06-22T00:30:31

Republican state officials testify under oath about the threats they faced and the pressure they felt as then President Trump pushed them to overturn Biden’s legitimate wins in Georgia and Arizona....

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GA, AZ Republicans to testify on Trump’s push to overturn election from 2022-06-21T00:34:55

The January 6th select committee just revealed new details about its hearing tomorrow. Aids are promising more evidence that former President Trump was involved in a fake electorals plot as part of...

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Sources: GA officials to testify Tuesday on pressure from Trump from 2022-06-18T00:12:55

As the January 6th select committee prepares to reveal more damning evidence against Donald Trump, the former president is now lashing out at the panel, former Vice President Mike Pence, and Bill B...

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1/6 witnesses: Trump knew plan to overturn election was illegal from 2022-06-16T23:53:07

New evidence connecting the Capitol riot directly to former president Trump and his pressure campaign against his vice president. Insiders swearing under oath that Trump knew his scheme to get Mike...

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Americans brace for economic fallout as Fed hikes interest rates from 2022-06-16T00:08:43

Americans are bracing for impact after the Federal Reserve acts aggressively to tame surging inflation while creating new challenges for credit card users, home buyers, and so many other consumers....

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Biden: we’re going to get prices down “come hell or high water” from 2022-06-15T00:21:56

Economic anxiety is rising in the United States as prices soar and the stock market reels. Now, consumers are bracing for the most drastic interest rate hike in nearly 30 years. Plus, the White Hou...

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Barr: Trump Was “Detached From Reality” With Fraud Claims from 2022-06-13T23:42:41

Damaging new testimony in the January 6th hearings as former Attorney General Bill Barr emerges as a star witness against the former president. January 6th select committee member Rep. Stephanie Mu...

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Jan 6 Committee: “Trump At The Center” Of Conspiracy To Thwart Election from 2022-06-11T00:28:35

After an explosive primetime hearing, the January 6th select committee is now gearing up for round two, with the promise of more damning testimony and disturbing video aimed at proving former Presi...

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Jan. 6 Committee Makes Its Case To The Public Tonight from 2022-06-09T23:49:10

The January 6th select committee is about to make a prime time case to the public and is promising new evidence that the attack on American democracy was no accident. A Michigan Republican running ...

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Armed Man Threatens To Kill Justice Brett Kavanaugh from 2022-06-09T00:00:22

The Justice Department has charged the armed man who was arrested near Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s home early Wednesday with attempting or threatening to kidnap or murder a U.S. judge. Also, an 11-ye...

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Uvalde Mayor Talks Of “Missteps” In School Shooting Probe from 2022-06-08T00:20:39

After two weeks of grieving in Uvalde, a teacher wounded in the school massacre is speaking out. He is slamming police as cowards in a chilling new account of the attack. Also tonight, the actor an...

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Two Charged With Attempted Murder In Philly Mass Shooting from 2022-06-07T00:19:52

The deadly toll from America’s gun crisis keeps rising and rising with at least 13 more mass shootings over this past weekend. We are on the ground in Philadelphia where police now say multiple sho...

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State Sen: School Police Chief Had No Radio During Mass Shooting from 2022-06-04T00:04:47

A child’s chilling 911 call during the Texas school massacre revealed “a lot of bodies” in the classroom as gunfire was heard and officers failed to storm in. Also, another former Trump adviser is ...

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U.S. Reeling From 233 Mass Shootings So Far This Year from 2022-06-02T23:47:27

Just hours after yet another mass shooting here in the United States, this time in Tulsa, Oklahoma, President Biden is preparing to address a nation still mourning the massacre in Texas. In Uvalde,...

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Shifting Accounts Fuel Sharp Criticism Of Police Response from 2022-06-02T00:10:12

CNN tries to get answers from the embattled Uvalde school police chief, but he dodges questions about his response to the shooting massacre and mistakes that were made. Also, Russia is hitting back...

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Growing Questions About Police Failures In Uvalde from 2022-06-01T00:23:02

New video from Uvalde appears to capture a child telling law enforcement “I got shot.” A full week after the school massacre, there are now growing questions about police failures and delays. Also,...

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Sources: DOJ To Select Leader Soon For Review Of Police Response from 2022-05-31T00:41:46

A new outpouring of grief and anger as funeral services begin for the victims of the Texas school massacre. Also, new evidence emerges about the delayed police response. Plus, Ukraine reports nonst...

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TX Gov: I Was “Mislead” About What Happened And Am “Livid” from 2022-05-28T00:31:12

The Texas governor declares he was mislead and is now livid after police make a damning admission of mistakes in the Texas school massacre. One top official revealed to CNN they made the wrong call...

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Police: Gunman “Not Confronted By Anybody” Before Shooting from 2022-05-27T00:16:05

Police reveal the Texas school gunman was not confronted by anybody before he entered the building through an apparently unlocked door and remained inside for about an hour until he was killed. Aut...

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TX Gov: Gunman Had “No Known” Criminal Or Mental Health History from 2022-05-26T00:10:57

After the deadliest U.S. school shooting in nearly a decade, officials now reveal that the gunman posted messages about his plans minutes before he massacred 19 children and 2 teachers at a Texas e...

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Deadly Shooting At Texas Elementary School from 2022-05-25T00:24:53

Another tragedy of American gun violence as 15 people are killed at an elementary school in Texas. We are providing extensive live reporting and perspective on today’s horrific event. Texas Rep. Jo...

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Biden Sows Confusion On Taiwan from 2022-05-23T23:56:17

President Biden creates confusion over the U.S. stance on Taiwan after vowing the U.S. military would respond if China invades. Now, Beijing is accusing him of playing with fire as the White House ...

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Mariupol On Brink Of Full Capture from 2022-05-21T00:13:34

President Biden is confronting multiple crisis in Asia on his first visit to the region as President. In the United States, the baby formula shortage continues to throw the White House into crisis ...

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Biden Defends Finland, Sweden Bids To Join NATO As Turkey Balks from 2022-05-20T00:01:11

President Biden vows NATO will be stronger against Russian aggression as Finland and Sweden seek to join the alliance. Pentagon press secretary John Kirby joins to provide his assesment of the war....

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Mariupol Falls To Russia After Stranded Ukrainian Troops Surrender from 2022-05-19T00:17:41

In the war-ravaged northeast, Ukrainian forces now say they have recaptured new territory as they push closer to the Russian border and attempt to push back Kremlin troops on multiple fronts. In Ma...

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Prior Threat Did Not Land Alleged Buffalo Gunman On Red Flag List from 2022-05-18T00:10:53

President Biden visits the mourning community in Buffalo and says the racist ideology that led to mass murder cannot be tolerated anywhere. The mayor of Buffalo joins to provide updates on the two ...

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School Officials: Buffalo Suspect Made An “Ominous” Threat Last Year from 2022-05-17T00:14:49

Officials are now revealing chilling new details of the Buffalo supermarket killer's planning, saying he intended to continue his rampage. Also tonight, Ukrainian forces are claiming major gains on...

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Russian Withdrawal Near Kharkiv Reveals New Atrocities from 2022-05-13T23:55:56

The battlefield in Ukraine shifts once again as Russia’s northern retreat reveals new atrocities. Also, the first war crimes trial against a Russian soldier begins in Kyiv. Plus, President Biden is...

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Finland Races Toward NATO Membership from 2022-05-13T00:23:08

The battlefield in Ukraine is in constant flux as Putin’s historic miscalculation comes into sharper focus. President Zelensky’s chief of staff joins to discuss Finland taking a key step toward joi...

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Ukraine Pushes Russian Forces Out Of Key Towns Near Border from 2022-05-12T00:14:58

Ukraine is retaking key territory from Kremlin forces in towns around the major northern city of Kharkiv. Also, a Democrat-led bill aimed at preserving access to abortion nationwide just failed in ...

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U.S. Gas Prices Climb To Record High from 2022-05-11T00:27:16

U.S. gas prices hit their highest level ever in the latest sign that soaring inflation is taking a very serious toll on the U.S. economy. President Biden says the price hikes are now his top domest...

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Escaped Prisoner&Prison Guard In Custody from 2022-05-10T00:18:42

The Alabama fugitive and corrections officer are now in custody after a chase in Indiana. Authorities say the corrections officer is currently hospitalized with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Plus...

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Moscow Official: Russia To “Stay Forever” In Kherson Region from 2022-05-07T00:21:09

War-ravaged Ukraine is on heightened alert as new warnings emerge that Russia may increase its attacks on Monday. This as fighting ranges on in Mariupol amid new rescue efforts. President Zelensky ...

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U.N.: New Evacuation Convoy Heading To Mariupol As Battles Rage from 2022-05-06T00:18:49

As bloody battles rage on, a new evacuation convoy is heading to the besieged city of Mariupol on a mission to rescue civilians trapped in the city’s bombed-out steel plant. Ukraine says attacks on...

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Commander: “Enemy” Inside Mariupol Plant from 2022-05-05T00:08:01

A Ukrainian commander says enemy troops have broken into the steel plant where Mariupol’s last defenders and hundreds of civilians are holed up. We’re getting new details on the fighting and whethe...

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Supreme Court: Draft Decision To Strike Down Roe v. Wade Is Authentic from 2022-05-04T00:11:17

A bombshell development at the United States Supreme Court as a leaked draft decision reveals the court’s conservatives are now poised to strike down Roe v. Wade. Plus, as missile strikes hit west...

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U.S. Diplomats Return To Ukraine For First Time Since Start Of War from 2022-05-03T00:32:06

We are told Mariupol’s last strong hold for Ukrainian fighters is now under constant fire by the Russians. The attacks are preventing new evacuations from the besieged steel plant after dozens of c...

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WH Braces For Potential Biden, Putin Showdown At G20 Summit from 2022-04-29T23:57:21

Heavy shelling right now in eastern Ukraine as Russian forces make new gains at the close of a critical week in the war. In Mariupol, the city’s last defenders are under relentless attack in the be...

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Zelensky: Russia Trying To “Humiliate” United Nations from 2022-04-28T23:44:17

Russia attacks the Ukrainian capital for the first time in weeks. President Zelensky says five missiles hit Kyiv during the U.N. Secretary General’s visit to the city. Was the Kremlin sending a mes...

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Russia Cuts Gas To Two EU Nations from 2022-04-28T00:08:55

U.S. Marine veteran Trevor Reed is finally heading home after being freed by Russia in a prisoner swap. This hour, we ask the State Department about Reed’s long-sought release and whether it will h...

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Ukraine Facing “Offensive In All Directions” In East&South from 2022-04-27T00:11:05

Ukrainian forces face increasing Russian attacks in the east and south as a third mass grave appears to have been found near Mariupol. The mayor of the besieged city claims Kremlin troops are forci...

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U.S. After Kyiv Talks: “We Want To See Russia Weakened” from 2022-04-26T00:13:27

Ukraine says Russians are raising everything to the ground during their offensive in the east as new video of a village wiped out amid heavy fighting. Putin’s war machine launches new attacks in we...

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Russia Reveals Ukraine War Goal from 2022-04-23T00:19:49

As Russian invaders leave cities in ruin, a top general reveals for the first time that Vladimir Putin’s war goals are bigger than we knew. The Ukrainian Prime Minister joins to share his reaction ...

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Ukraine: Tens Of Thousands Of Civilians Trapped In Mariupol from 2022-04-22T00:13:37

Putin claims victory in the besieged city of Mariupol, trapping tens of thousands of civilians holed up inside a huge steel complex. Putin is ordering forces to make sure nobody can escape from the...

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Russia Tests Nuclear-Capable Missile Amid Ukraine War from 2022-04-21T00:24:57

Time may be running out to save tens of thousands of civilians trapped in the besieged city of Mariupol. Russia is saying it will destroy everything in its path as it intensifies its attack. Furthe...

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Last Chance To Evacuate Eastern Cities As Russia Closes In from 2022-04-20T00:13:22

Eastern Ukraine is under fire as Russia declares a new phase of the war is under way. CNN is on the eastern front where civilians are facing a last chance to escape as the onslaught begins as Kreml...

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Zelensky: Russian Forces Have Started Battle For Donbas from 2022-04-19T00:34:35

Ukrainian officials say the second phase of Russia’s war has begun in the east with the critical battle for the Donbas region now underway. This as officials warn no part of Ukraine is safe from th...

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Zelensky: World Should Prepare For Putin To Use Nukes from 2022-04-16T00:29:05

U.S. officials believe two Ukrainian missiles are behind the sinking of Russia’s premier warship in the Black Sea. With the Moskva now at the bottom of the ocean, new strikes hit Kyiv and Ukraine w...

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Key Russian Warship Sinks After Ukraine Claims Missile Strike from 2022-04-15T00:01:33

A key Russian warship has sunk off the Ukrainian coast. Ukraine claims it conducted a missile strike on the vessel while Russia claims the damage was the result of a fire. The Pentagon cannot confi...

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NYC Subway Shooting Suspect Arrested from 2022-04-14T00:25:44

Police have arrested the suspect in the New York City subway shooting after Frank James called in a tip against himself. He is now charged with terrorism against a mass transit system.  Also, amid...

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Putin: Peace Talks At A “Dead End” from 2022-04-13T00:21:11

Sources tell CNN that a suspect has been identified in the terrifying New York City subway attack that has left at least 10 people with gunshot wounds. We’re standing by for an officialupdate on th...

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Eight Mile Convoy Spotted Near Kharkiv from 2022-04-12T00:06:37

New indications tonight that Russia is planning a major offensive in eastern Ukraine. The Pentagon now says early signs point to Russian reinforcements arriving in the Donbas region in the south. P...

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Russian Strike On Train Station Kills Dozens Fleeing War from 2022-04-09T00:27:10

Russia hits a train station in Ukraine packed with people fleeing the war, killing at least 50 people and injuring hundreds more. We’re learning more about the missile strike and getting new reacti...

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U.N. Votes To Suspend Russia From Human Rights Council from 2022-04-08T00:20:04

Amid growing evidence of Russian atrocities in Ukraine, Kremlin troops were caught talking about killing civilians in intercepted radio messages as the United Nations suspended Russia from the U.N....

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U.S.: Bucha Atrocities Appear "Premeditated" And "Very Deliberate" from 2022-04-07T00:39:04

The U.S. said that the horrors in Bucha appear "premeditated" and "very deliberate." In an exclusive interview with CNN's Dana Bash, Polish President Andrzej Duda said the massacres in Bucha and in...

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Russian Carnage Exposed In Another Ukrainian City from 2022-04-06T00:44:11

CNN correspondents traveled to the town of Borodianka to see the destruction to large residential buildings and homes as well as civilian bodies strewn throughout the town. Ukrainian authorities sa...

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Mass Graves and Bodies Exposed as Russians Retreat Kyiv Area from 2022-04-05T00:01:56

Scenes from the Ukrainian town of Bucha indicate civilians were deliberately targeted as bodies of civilians have been found lying across the street and in mass graves. CNN Chief International Anch...

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Ukraine Won’t Confirm Or Deny Russian Fuel Depot Attack from 2022-04-02T00:18:56

There is a new flash point in the war as the Kremlin accuses Ukraine of attacking a fuel depot inside of Russia and warns it could escalate the conflict. Are the Ukrainians responsible? We discuss ...

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Biden: Putin “Seems To Be Self-Isolated” from 2022-04-01T00:28:44

Scenes from battlefields are hellish as Russian forces launch intense new strikes, shifting focus to eastern Ukraine while continuing to pound Kyiv and other major cities. Tonight, the Pentagon say...

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Ukraine: Russia Continuing “Full-Scale Armed Aggression” from 2022-03-31T00:25:04

New Russian attacks occur in Ukraine despite Kremlin claims that it’s scaling back their offensive. Graphic video shows buildings charred and gutted and entire city blocks have been wiped out. Ukra...

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Air Raid Sirens Sounding In Kyiv from 2022-03-30T00:24:50

As Russia claims it will scale back its assault on Kyiv, the U.S. is warning no one should be fooled by the Kremlin. We are now getting new disturbing reports of major artillery and rocket fire hea...

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Zelensky: Ukraine Ready To Accept Neutral, Non-Nuclear Status from 2022-03-29T00:38:17

Fears about the city of Mariupol grow as the mayor declares, “we are in the hands of the occupiers.” This as President Zelensky suggests Ukraine may agree to declare neutrality as part of a peace d...

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Biden: Putin Cannot Remain In Power from 2022-03-27T16:24:26

President Biden declares Vladimir Putin cannot remain in power, escalating his rhetoric. The fiery speech capped Biden’s visit to Poland which included an emotional moment with refugees who fled fo...

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U.S.: Russian Ground Forces Stop Moving Toward Kyiv from 2022-03-26T00:50:42

After a full month of brutal warfare, Russia signals a major shift in strategy. Putin’s forces are now stopping the move toward Kyiv and focusing on eastern Ukraine. Is it an attempt by the Kremlin...

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Ukraine Navy Claims To Destroy Russian Warship from 2022-03-25T00:30:37

President Biden declares NATO has never been more united after emergency talks in Brussels about Russia’s war against Ukraine. This hour we’re breaking down new moves by U.S. and its allies to aid ...

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Biden Warns Of Chemical Warfare In Ukraine from 2022-03-24T00:24:47

President Biden just landed in Brussels for critical talks with U.S. allies about Russia’s war against Ukraine as the bombs keep falling and civilians keep dying. The U.S. is now formally declaring...

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NATO Officials: Belarus Could “Soon” Join Russia In War from 2022-03-23T00:23:58

Thick black smoke is seen in the city of Kyiv today after several large explosions rocked nearby suburbs. CNN teams on the ground also reportedly heard shelling and gunfire. The Kyiv regional polic...

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U.N: About One-Fourth Of Ukrainians Displaced By War from 2022-03-22T00:34:33

Deadly Russian shelling flattens a shopping mall and prompts a strict new curfew. The war-torn country is rejecting Russia’s demand to surrender the key city of Mariupol where one officer says bomb...

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U.S. Defense Secretary: Russia Continues To Make "Incremental Gains" In South Ukraine from 2022-03-20T16:23:25

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Europe is facing its biggest challenge in generations as Russian forces make "incremental gains" in South Ukraine and as Russia has used "some brutal, savag...

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Ukraine Claims 14,200 Russian Troops Killed In War from 2022-03-18T23:59

Russia’s war moves closer to NATO territory as new strikes hit in the western city of Lviv, right near the border to Poland. We speak with a top Ukrainian official about the situation on the battle...

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U.N.: Refugees Fleeing Ukraine Surpass 3.1 Million from 2022-03-17T23:59:06

Russia targets eastern Ukraine’s biggest market in fiery new attacks on civilians. President Biden says Putin is a murderous dictator as the U.S. doubles down on accusing Putin of war crimes and th...

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Biden: “Fully Committed” To Getting Ukraine Weapons from 2022-03-17T00:32:44

As Russia unleashes brutal, new attacks on civilians, Ukrainian President Zelensky makes a historic address to Congress showing the horrifying images of destruction and pleading with the U.S. to do...

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Kyiv Death Toll Rises After Russia Strikes Residential Areas from 2022-03-16T00:21:26

The devastated Ukrainian capital is under curfew as Russia steps up its deadly air assaults on residential areas and other civilian targets. We are getting new reports of children dead, residents t...

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Deadly Russian Strike Near NATO Territory Raises Alarms from 2022-03-15T00:29:57

New explosions are rattling Kyiv tonight as Russia once again bombards civilians in the Ukrainian capital and Putin’s army inches closer and closer to the city limits. The Pentagon now warns Russia...

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Ukrainians show defiance but Russians creep closer to Kyiv from 2022-03-13T00:00

Putin's troops suffer setbacks, but they're now just miles from the center of the capital. And as bombs continue to fall on cities across Ukraine, more civilians are being forced to make incredibly...

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Russia Intensifies Bombardment Of Multiple Cities Across Ukraine from 2022-03-12T01:08:26

Fiery attacks as Russia widens its war in Ukraine, including the first air strikes in the Western part of the country. We’re getting reports this hour of new assaults and new advances by Kremlin fo...

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Heavy Fighting In Multiple Locations Around Kyiv from 2022-03-11T01:38:45

Fierce new fighting just outside the Ukrainian capital as Russian forces move closer and closer to the city. Ukraine now says they have defeated a column of enemy tanks.  Also breaking, new attack...

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Ukraine Accuses Russia Of “Genocide” In Bombing Of Kids’ Hospital from 2022-03-10T01:29:04

Ukraine accused Russia of genocide, blaming Kremlin forces for the bombing of maternity and children hospitals. President Zelensky says there are children under the wreckage of shattered walls and ...

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U.S.: Up To 14,000 Russians Arrested For Protesting War from 2022-03-09T00:46:08

Millions of civilians remain trapped by Russian attacks as Ukraine pushes ahead with urgent and dangerous evacuations. The total number of refugees is now surpassing 2,000,000. Tonight, U.S. offici...

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Zelensky issues new, defiant message from 2022-03-08T00:43:44

In his first appearance in his office since Russia invaded 12 days ago, Ukraine President Zelensky says he's refusing to hide, declaring he's not afraid of anyone. This, as Russia ramps up its brut...

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Russia Targets Civilians Amid Ominous New Threats By Putin from 2022-03-06T16:47:11

In a special edition of The Situation Room, our correspondents are on the front lines and other key locations for CNN's continuing live coverage of Russia's war against Ukraine. We report on dramat...

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Growing Fears Of Nuclear Catastrophe After Ukraine Plant Attack from 2022-03-05T00:50:20

Russia attacks and seizes the largest nuclear power plant in Europe triggering fears that the war in Ukraine could unleash a nuclear catastrophe. Ukraine’s president is calling it an act of nuclear...

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Kherson Mayor Indicates First Major Ukrainian City Has Fallen from 2022-03-03T01:13:06

The first major Ukrainian city appears to have fallen. The mayor of Kherson is now indicating that the Russians have taken control of the city as Kremlin forces roll through the streets. Also break...

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Airstrike Hits Apartment Complex In Ukraine’s 2nd Largest City from 2022-03-02T00:56:02

As Russia intensifies its bombing campaign on the Ukrainian capital, new explosions were heard just a while ago. Kyiv is bracing now for a major assault as a Russian convoy regroups just outside th...

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Ukrainian President Accuses Russia Of War Crimes from 2022-03-01T00:46

The United States is warning Russia could intensify its attack on Kyiv soon as forces are being slowed but not stopped by Ukrainian fighters. A miles-long Russian military convoy is on the move out...

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"The fate of Ukraine is being decided" from 2022-02-26T01:16:51

Tonight's episode went live just moments after air raid sirens blared in Kyiv, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky saying, "This night will be very difficult, and the enemy will use all ava...

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A massive attack from land, sea and air from 2022-02-25T00:46:22

Russia's deadly war on Ukraine sends thousands fleeing the assault that has shattered peace in Europe and triggered a very dangerous global crisis. President Biden, saying Vladimir Putin chose this...

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U.S. Warns Ukraine Full Scale Russian Invasion Is Imminent from 2022-02-24T01:44:34

Ukraine is bracing for a full scale invasion by Russia based on the most ominous warning from the United States. Tonight the Pentagon says Russian troops are ready to go and an attack could happen ...

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Biden Hits Russia With New Sanctions Over “Flagrant Violation Of International Law” from 2022-02-23T00:47:41

President Biden condemns Vladimir Putin’s military moves in Ukraine saying he’s beginning an invasion. Tonight, the President of the United States is hitting Russia with tough new sanctions and mov...

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Putin Orders Russian Forces Into Separatist Regions In Ukraine For “Peacekeeping” from 2022-02-22T01:28:50

The United States is preparing sanctions in response to a major new provocation by Vladimir Putin. The Russian leader just recognized separatist areas of Ukraine as independent, escalating fears of...

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Biden: “Convinced” Putin Has Decided To Invade Ukraine from 2022-02-19T01:16

President Biden now says he’s convinced Vladimir Putin has decided to invade Ukraine in the coming days. The U.S. revealing about half of Russian forces massed on the border are now in an attack po...

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U.S.: Russia Plans To “Manufacture A Pretext” To Invade Ukraine from 2022-02-18T01:17:04

President Biden said all signs point to an invasion of Ukraine within the nexts several days. CNN is on the scene of an attack that Moscow might use as a pretext to invade. A judge has order Donal...

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New Signs Russia May Soon Invade Ukraine from 2022-02-17T00:56:58

The United States is expressing profound concern that Russia is moving more forces into fighting positions instead of withdrawing as the Kremlin claims. U.S. officials are watching a bridge being b...

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Biden: U.S. Has “Not Yet Verified” Russia Troop Withdrawal Claim from 2022-02-16T01:00:25

President Biden lays out the dire stakes if Russia attacks Ukraine declaring that the U.S. is ready no matter what happens as 150,000 Russian troops are now massed at the border. The President is u...

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U.S. Closing Embassy In Kyiv Amid Fears Russian Invasion Imminent from 2022-02-15T01:26:13

The Pentagon said Russia could invade Ukraine with little to no warning after another build up of its troops at the border. The U.S. is closing its embassy in Kyiv after growing concerns that an at...

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WH: Russian Invasion Likely Would Begin With Aerial Bombings from 2022-02-12T00:46:56

The White House issues its most dire warning yet about the threat of a Russian attack on Ukraine, saying an invasion could happen anytime including during the Olympics. New information reveals just...

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Wash Post: Some Trump Records Taken To Mar-a-Lago Marked As Classified from 2022-02-11T01:32:49

A new report out tonight reveals some of the documents former President Trump took from the White House to Mar-a-Lago were clearly marked as classified and some were even labeled top secret. A his...

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National Archives Asks DOJ To Investigate Trump from 2022-02-10T01:04:14

The National Archives is now asking the U.S. Justice Department to investigate former President Trump’s handling of White House records after revelations that he ripped some official government doc...

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GOP Divide Widening Over RNC Censure Language from 2022-02-09T01:14:03

The Senate and the House Republican leaders are at odds riots now over the RNC’s censure resolution that’s clearly dividing the Republican Party. Mitch McConnell just rejected a description of Janu...

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100,000+ Russian Forces Now Massed At Border from 2022-02-08T01:03

President Biden delivers a new warning to Vladimir Putin saying it would be a gigantic mistake if Russia invades Ukraine. The Pentagon revealing that the Kremlin now has well over 100,000 forces ma...

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Pence Defies Trump In Strongest Terms Yet from 2022-02-05T01:28:24

Mike Pence publicly and directly defied Donald Trump as he declared the former president was wrong to say that the vice president has the right to overturn the presidential election. Plus, Russia ...

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ISIS Leader Killed In U.S. Special Forces Raid from 2022-02-04T01:20:14

We look inside the risky U.S. Special Operations Forces raid that left the leader of ISIS dead. The Biden administration shares details as President Biden sends a message to other top terrorists.  ...

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3,000 U.S. Troops To Deploy In Europe Amid Ukraine Crisis from 2022-02-03T00:56:30

3,000 troops are preparing to deploy in Europe as President Biden escalates the response to the threat in Ukraine. Pentagon press secretary John Kirby said the forces were not permanent and would n...

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Putin Breaks Silence On Ukraine from 2022-02-02T00:59:28

Vladimir Putin breaks his silence on the Ukraine standoff, accusing the United States of trying to draw Russia into an armed conflict. The Pentagon is renewing their warning that an invasion could ...

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U.S. Receives Russia’s Response To U.S. Proposal On Ukraine from 2022-02-01T01:00:16

The United States has received Russia’s response on Ukraine as the two countries have been brawling over the crisis over at the United Nations. The Pentagon is warning Moscow has positioned more tr...

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Pentagon Warns Of "Horrific" Outcome If Russia Invades Ukraine from 2022-01-29T01:02:23

President Biden says he will move United States troops in NATO allied countries in Eastern Europe in the near term. The Pentagon warns Russia now has the capability to attack Ukraine with potential...

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Ukrainian Official: Biden Urges Ukraine To “Prepare For Impact” from 2022-01-28T00:58:23

President Biden is warning Ukraine’s leader to prepare for an invasion as they clash over the risk that Russia will attack. The Pentagon revealed that Moscow’s military build up on the Ukraine bord...

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Sources: Justice Breyer Told Biden About His Retirement Plans from 2022-01-27T01:37:49

A shake-up at the United States Supreme Court as Justice Stephen Breyer decides to retire. President Biden is now poised to make his first high court nomination.  A new study finds Moderna’s boost...

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Biden Considering Personal Sanctions Against Putin from 2022-01-26T00:46:23

President Biden reveals the United States may move some troops soon as the White House says a Russian invasion of Ukraine is imminent. We’re learning that Ukrainian officials have a different take ...

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Pentagon: Russia “Shows No Signs Of De-escalating” At Ukraine Border from 2022-01-25T01:39:44

President Biden says he and European leaders are in total unanimity after urgent talks on the threat of a Russian invasion of Ukraine. The Pentagon has thousands of U.S. troops on alert as the cris...

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U.S. Warns Russia Any Ukraine Invasion Will Have “Severe” Response from 2022-01-22T02:00:03

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned top Russian officials of a “swift” and “severe” response should Russia invade Ukraine. Also, new CDC studies confirm boosters shots provide th...

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January 6th Committee Seeks Information From Ivanka Trump from 2022-01-21T02:15:36

The January 6th committee continues to close in on President Trump’s inner circle as they now seek information directly from Ivanka Trump. This, as the investigation of Donald Trump’s efforts to ov...

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Supreme Court Blocks Trump Request from 2022-01-20T02:23:28

The United States Supreme Court has just rejected former President Trump’s request to block the release of his White House records, clearing the way for the documents to be handed over to the Janua...

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U.S. Considers More Weapons For Ukraine from 2022-01-19T02:01:08

The looming threat of Russian aggression is setting off alarm bells inside the White House. The Biden administration is now weighing additional military support for Ukraine to ward off an invasion....

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Experts Warn Omicron Surge Won't Peak Any Time Soon from 2022-01-18T02:24:50

With the Omicron wave still on the rise in the U.S., experts warn the surge won't peak any time soon. That, as the CDC struggles to give Americans clear Covid guidance, with Dr. Walensky admitting ...

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Oath Keepers Leader Pleads Not Guilty To Seditious Conspiracy from 2022-01-15T02:08:55

The most high-profile defendant in the January 6th investigation plead not guilty to a rare and serious charge of seditious conspiracy. Although difficult to prove in court, seditious conspiracy ch...

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Supreme Court Strikes Down Vaccine Mandate from 2022-01-14T01:48:50

President Biden is facing significant new defeats after voting rights legislation appears doomed in the Senate and the Supreme Court blocked his vaccine mandate for big businesses. United States Su...

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Health Officials Shift Tone On Omicron Surge from 2022-01-13T02:09:15

A shift in the response to the Omicron explosion here in the United States as health officials double down on the message that most Americans will be exposed. This as the pandemic economy takes ano...

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Biden Vows “I Will Not Flinch” In Defending Voting Rights from 2022-01-12T01:25:14

President Biden said he’s tired of being quiet about the threat to voting rights in America during a speech in Atlanta today. Domestic policy adviser to the White House Susan Rice joins to answer i...

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Teachers Union President: Chicago’s Mayor Is “Being Relentlessly Stupid” from 2022-01-11T02:03:05

Anger and confusion are growing as America’s schools struggle with reopening plans due to the Omicron crisis. Chicago is cancelling class for more than 300,000 students for a fourth day as the pres...

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CDC Chief Under Fire, Vows To “Improve” from 2022-01-08T01:49:45

CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky is under fire as frustrations grow over her decisions and messaging while Omicron cases keep surging. It’s another headache for President Biden, as a disappointin...

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Biden: Trump “Held A Dagger To The Throat Of America” On Jan 6 from 2022-01-07T01:06:55

Across the United States, Americans mark one year since the deadly insurrection with the wound still deep and democracy still in danger. President Biden seized the moment, directly blaming former P...

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U.S. Attorney General Vows Accountability For Jan 6 Riot from 2022-01-06T01:34:34

On the eve of the January 6th commemorations, the United States Attorney General is vowing to hold everyone behind the riot accountable no matter how long it takes. House January 6th select committ...

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January 6 Committee Releases Texts Between Sean Hannity And Trump from 2022-01-05T00:59:03

The January 6th committee releases texts between Fox News host Sean Hannity and the Trump White House around the time of the Capitol attack. This as the committee chairman reveals to CNN that he al...

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NYC Plans To Keep Schools Open Amid Covid Surge from 2022-01-04T01:06:16

With Omicron in overdrive, the average number of cases is soaring above 400,000. States, cities, and schools are struggle to move forward despite major disruptions to workplaces, travel, and daily ...

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Betty White Dies Weeks Before Her 100th Birthday from 2022-01-01T01:16:18

Beloved across Betty White has died just shy of her 100th birthday. We’ll look back at her remarkable life, her iconic roles, and how she became a pop culture phenomenon late in life.  COVID-19 ca...

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Child Covid Hospital Admissions Hit Record High from 2021-12-31T01:10:39

The United States has just set another alarming pandemic record with hospital admissions for children soaring to a new high as cases explode nationwide. The FDA is expected to green light COVID-19 ...

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Jury Finds Ghislaine Maxwell Guilty On 5 Of 6 Counts from 2021-12-30T00:48:34

A jury has just found Ghislaine Maxwell guilty on five counts related to her role in Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse of young girls. Maxwell now faces up to 65 years in prison. Public schools in the natio...

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U.S. Hits All-Time High Average Of New Covid Cases from 2021-12-29T00:38:31

The United States has just shattered a pandemic record for COVID-19 cases. As the Omicron variant sweeps the nation, the number of children hospitalized is skyrocketing as well.  The January 6th c...

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CDC Shortens Covid Isolation Period From 10 To 5 Days from 2021-12-28T01:04:11

The CDC just updated its guidelines for people who get Covid-19 or are exposed to it, shortening quarantine times for many Americas as the Omicron variant surges across the country. Dr. Anthony Fau...

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Update for December 24, 2021 from 2021-12-25T01:00

There is no new episode of the The Situation Room showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio. To learn more about how CNN protects listen...

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Ex-Cop Kim Potter Guilty Of Manslaughter In Daunte Wright’s Death from 2021-12-24T01:29:51

Former Minnesota police officer Kim Potter has been found guilty of manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright. Our experts will break down the verdict and its significance for the fight t...

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WH: Pfizer Pill Takes Months To Produce, 200K+ Available In January from 2021-12-23T02:11:05

The White House is touting the benefits of the first FDA authorized pill to treat the coronavirus, saying it dramatically reduces hospitalizations and deaths as Omicron spreads. Will the pill be av...

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Biden Vows To Distribute 500 Million Free At-Home Rapid Tests from 2021-12-22T01:24:27

President Biden just announced new steps, including free at-home rapid tests, to combat the surge in Covid-19 cases now dominated here in the United States by the Omicron variant. He is warning unv...

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DC Mayor Declares State Of Emergency As Omicron Spreads from 2021-12-21T01:36:11

Washington D.C. reinstated its mask mandate after Mayor Muriel Bowser declared a state of emergency with citywide cases the highest since the pandemic began. The pace of the spread continues to inc...

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Fauci Warns “Virtually No” Omicron Protection Without Booster from 2021-12-18T01:06:54

Dr. Anthony Fauci warns Americans have virtually no protection from the Omicron variant unless they get a booster. The expert now warns a viral blizzard is about to slam the United States.  Januar...

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Biden: “Winter Of Severe Illness&Death” For Unvaccinated from 2021-12-17T00:50:21

Biden issued a dire warning saying that it will be a “winter of severe illness and death” for Americans who remain unvaccinated as the highly contagious Omicron variant quickly spreads across the c...

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Identity Behind Bombshell GOP Text Revealed from 2021-12-16T00:46

A criminal referral against Mark Meadows is underway at the U.S. Justice Department after the House voted to punish the former White House chief of staff for defying the January 6th investigation. ...

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Texts Show GOP Begging Meadows To Get Trump To Stop Riot from 2021-12-15T01:09:58

The House of Representatives is nearing a final vote in holding former Trump White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows in criminal contempt of Congress. This, as newly released texts show GOP allies ...

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100+ Feared Dead From Tornadoes Across Eight States from 2021-12-14T00:58:23

The death toll is rising from a powerful onslaught of tornadoes across the South and Midwest. Kentucky’s Governor now says at least 74 people were killed in his state alone. Thousands are without p...

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Biden Says Inflation is at its "Peak" from 2021-12-11T02:33

President Biden argues that America's inflation crisis has peaked as it hits a 39-year high. CNN Senior Political Analyst Kirsten Powers joins Wolf Blitzer to discuss the challenges this brings for...

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Actor Jussie Smollett Found Guilty In Hate Crime Hoax from 2021-12-10T01:12:09

A verdict has been reached in the trial of "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett. Smollett was found guilty Thursday on five of six felony counts of disorderly conduct for making a false report to Chicago...

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Meadows Sues Pelosi&Jan 6 Committee from 2021-12-09T01:07:01

Former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows just sued the January 6th select committee and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi as the panel is now moving to hold him in criminal contempt of Congress. Sel...

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Jan 6 Committee Threatens Mark Meadows With Contempt from 2021-12-08T01:04:47

The January 6th committee is threatening to hold Mark Meadows in contempt of Congress now that he has stopped cooperating with the panel. President Biden warned Putin of new economic sanctions and ...

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Biden&Putin Will Speak Amid Looming Ukraine Invasion from 2021-12-07T01:27:32

President Joe Biden is set to speak on Tuesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as he gets stark warnings from the U.S. intelligence community that Russia is preparing to invade Ukraine soon....

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Police: Michigan Shooting Suspect’s Parents Considered Fugitives from 2021-12-04T01:03:36

Authorities say the parents of the Michigan school shooting suspect are considered fugitives after failing to show for their arraignment. The prosecutor for their case joins to share updates.  A l...

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Biden’s 9-Point Plan To Fight Covid This Winter from 2021-12-03T00:53:53

President Biden warns the nation needs to be ready for a winter resurgence of COVID-19 as the Omicron variant is now confirmed in the United States. The White House revealed a new plan to combat th...

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First Case Of Omicron In U.S. Identified from 2021-12-02T01:12:30

The Omicron variant has been detected in the United States for the first time in a patient who traveled from South Africa to California. Our medical experts are assessing the threat as federal heal...

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At Least 20 Nations Detect Omicron Variant from 2021-12-01T01:25:03

The U.S. is urgently tracking the spread of the Omicron variant. It’s now in at least 20 countries and the CDC is stepping up surveillance at U.S. airports as federal officials brace for the varian...

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CDC Strengthens Booster Recommendation Due New Variant from 2021-11-30T01:14:07

The CDC just weighed in on the newest coronavirus variant, “Omicron”, as President Biden is urging all Americans not to panic about the threat. Moderna’s Chief Medical officer joins to address if t...

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Jury Reaches Verdict In Ahmaud Arbery Murder Trial from 2021-11-25T01:30:12

The jury found all three men on trial for murder of Ahmaud Arbery guilty. The verdict sparked cheers in Brunswick, Georgia, where Arbery’s family has been waiting for justice ever since he was gunn...

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Jury Finds "Unite The Right" Organizers Liable For Millions from 2021-11-24T01:47:15

A jury in Charlottesville, Virginia, orders the White supremacist organizers behind the deadly 2017 “Unite the Right” rally to pay millions in damages to nine plaintiffs. It could be any moment a v...

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Closing Arguments In Ahmaud Arbery Death Trial from 2021-11-23T01:47:54

Closing arguments are done for the day in the trial of three men charged with killing Ahmaud Arbery, an unarmed black man gunned down while jogging last year in Brunswick, Georgia. Jurors in Charlo...

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Kyle Rittenhouse Not Guilty On All Charges from 2021-11-20T02:20:19

Kyle Rittenhouse is found not guilty of all charges after claiming he fatally shot two racial justice protesters and wounding another in self-defense. The events occurred amidst social unrest in th...

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Defendant In Ahmaud Arbery Trial Takes The Stand from 2021-11-19T01:44:45

The defense just rested its case in the trial of three white men charged in the killing of black jogger Ahmaud Arbery. The defendant who fired the fatal shot admitted under cross examination that A...

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House Censures Rep. Gosar, Removes Him From Committees from 2021-11-18T02:12:51

A divided House casts an historic vote to censure Republican congressman Paul Gosar and expel him from committee assignments. Partisan tensions rise over Rep. Gosar’s posting of a cartoon video dep...

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More Subpoenas Likely From Jan 6. Committee from 2021-11-17T01:31:57

The January 6th Select Committee is on the brink of issuing more subpoenas but the panel still has not decided how to approach the defiance of former Trump White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows. ...

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Prosecution Delivers Rebuttal In Rittenhouse Trial from 2021-11-16T01:14:45

Kenosha County Assistant District Attorney James Kraus concludes his rebuttal for the state today arguing that Kyle Rittenhouse's actions were not reasonable self-defense. Mr. Kraus said "it is not...

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DOJ Indicts Bannon from 2021-11-13T01:09:19

A federal grand jury has indicted former Donald Trump adviser Steve Bannon for contempt of Congress, the Justice Department announced today. Attorney General Merrick Garland has been under politica...

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Federal Court Gives Trump Temporary Win from 2021-11-12T01:24:11

A federal appeals court granted former President Donald Trump's request to pause the release of his White House records to the House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the US Ca...

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Tumultuous Day In Rittenhouse Trial from 2021-11-11T01:19:18

A significant day today in the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse as the defendant sobs on the stand, the judge admonishes the prosecutor for a “grave constitutional violation”, and the defense says they wi...

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GOP Rep. Posts Anime Video Of Himself Stabbing AOC from 2021-11-10T01:10

Republican congressman Rep. Paul Gosar posted an animated video depicting him stabbing Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and attacking President Joe Biden on a social media platform. In response, many ...

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New Agenda Hurdles For Biden from 2021-11-09T01:14:11

Ahead of the signing ceremony for his cornerstone legislative achievement, the $1.72 trillion infrastructure bill, President Biden is facing unfavorable polling numbers. A CNN poll shows a majority...

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Pelosi Vows House Infrastructure Vote Tonight from 2021-11-06T00:12

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi vows the House will vote tonight on the infrastructure bill despite sources suggesting about twenty progressives could be prepared to vote “no.” Although progressi...

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Vote On Biden Agenda Likely Soon from 2021-11-05T00:04

Sources say House Speaker Nancy Pelosi wants to vote on the $1.75 trillion social safety net bill tonight and the infrastructure bill tomorrow. Democratic Rep. Pramila Jayapal joins to discuss the ...

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GOP Sweeps Virginia Offices Statewide from 2021-11-04T00:40:32

Republicans win election races across the state of Virginia, from the Governor’s seat to the attorney general’s race. President Biden sidestepped responsibility suggesting the election results were...

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Biden Speaks Out At Climate Summit from 2021-11-03T01:12:41

Major updates from the White House today after Biden spoke on the last day of the UN climate conference. President Biden expressed confidence he can receive a crucial vote from moderate Democratic ...

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Controversial Announcements At Global Climate Conference from 2021-11-02T00:54:49

Over 100 world leaders gathered in Glasgow to address what scientists call one of the world’s biggest threats: climate change. Prime Minister Modi announced India would pledge to become carbon neut...

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Biden Warms Up For G20 With High-Stakes Diplomacy from 2021-10-29T23:31:06

The President bonded with the Pope and then tried to mend fences with Macron. Was he successful? Wolf reports live from the Vatican on Biden’s “remarkable” day. To learn more about how CNN protects...

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Watershed Moment In Biden Presidency from 2021-10-29T00:26:33

President Biden and House Speaker Pelosi were unable to garner enough votes to pass the infrastructure bill after each speaking with members of congress today. Several key provisions have now been ...

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Dems Likely To Cut Paid Family Leave From Biden Bill from 2021-10-28T00:12:15

President Biden’s economic and climate package is expected to head towards a more moderate compromise with the removal of key provisions like paid family leave, free tuition for community college, ...

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Pfizer Children's Vaccine Receives FDA Adviser Approval from 2021-10-27T00:17:05

Vaccine advisers to the FDA voted 17-0 to recommend emergency use authorization of Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine in children ages 5-11.  As the FDA takes the committee’s vote under consideration, emerg...

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The Facebook Papers: Documents Detail Dangers To Democracy from 2021-10-26T00:13:31

Whistleblower documents reveal damning picture of Facebook’s role in the January 6 insurrection. Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen testified before the UK Parliament on Monday to discuss how Fa...

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Alec Baldwin Involved In Fatal Prop Gun Shooting from 2021-10-23T00:19:55

Actor Alec Baldwin discharged a prop weapon on the set of an upcoming film which has resulted in the death of Halyna Hutchins, 42, the film's director of photography, according to investigators. Ma...

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Bannon’s Fate Now With Justice Department from 2021-10-22T00:24:18

A critical milestone today as the House approved the Jan. 6 committee’s report recommending Steve Bannon face criminal charges for defying a subpoena. The Justice Department’s Attorney General Merr...

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Biden’s Policy Plea from 2021-10-21T00:28:20

“There is so much at stake, so much at stake.” President Biden urged democrats in congress to unify in order to pass his multi-trillion economic package. From his hometown of Scranton, Biden outlin...

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The Vote To Hold Bannon In Criminal Contempt from 2021-10-20T00:31:49

The clash between executive and legislative powers continues as the January 6th Committee is set to vote on whether to hold Steve Bannon in criminal contempt for defying a subpoena. Congress is loo...

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Remembering The Life And Legacy Of Colin Powell from 2021-10-19T00:35:38

News of former Secretary of State Colin Powell’s death prompted an outpouring of grief that reflects the profound admiration of a statesman unique in so may ways. President Biden said Powell will b...

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Source: indicted capitol officer allegedly obstructed justice from 2021-10-16T02:38:25

Biden promotes agenda in Connecticut as Dems are still struggling to reach a final deal, FDA advisers recommend all adult J&J vaccine recipients get a second dose at least two months after the firs...

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January 6 2021 panel moves to hold Steve Bannon In Criminal Contempt from 2021-10-15T03:55:38

January 6 2021 panel moves to hold Steve Bannon in criminal contempt;FDA vaccine advises unanimously recommend Monderna boosters; New union strike adding to economic pressure on Biden; January 6 pa...

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The Jan 6 CMTE Subpoenas Ex-DOJ Official Who Aided Trump's Coup from 2021-10-14T05:34:06

The January 6 committee has subpoenaed former Department of Justice official Jeffrey Clark, who aided in Former President Donald Trump's attempted coup. Clark was key to Trump's efforts to overturn...

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Texas Governor Bans All Cover Vaccine Mandates in State from 2021-10-13T07:29:16

Brooklyn Nets bench Kyrie Irving until he’s vaccinated. Any moment: House vote on short term extension of debt limit. Coroner: Gabby Petito’s cause of death was strangulation. Jan. 6th committee fe...

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FDA Asked To Authorize First Pill To Treat Covid-19 from 2021-10-12T07:16:08

President Joe Biden is struggling to unify this party and salvage his agenda as the clock ticks and his public approval fades.  The FDA has been asked by Merck to authorize the first pill to treat...

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Trump to assert executive privilege over January 6 committee from 2021-10-09T03:12:06

Biden on defensive over economy, blames Covid-19 for disappointing jobs report, Police say they're not in possession of phones Petito and Laundrie used on their road trip, U.S. averaging under 100,...

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Report: Trump Lawyer Tells Allies Not Comply With Subpoenas; from 2021-10-08T11:23

Report: Trump lawyer tells allies not comply with subpoenas; Senate to vote soon on short-term extension of debt limit; Pfizer asks FDA authorize COVID vaccine for kids ages 5-11 Washington Post: T...

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Senate Democrats Say They'll Accept GOP Compromise On Debt Limit from 2021-10-07T04:42:23

The Senate Democrats say that they'll accept a GOP compromise about the debt limit to end the standoff. This will temporarily avert the catastrophic default on the United States debt. According to ...

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Facebook Whistle Blower Unleashes Damning Revelations from 2021-10-06T11:16:24

Facebook whistle blower unleashes damning revelations; Biden hits the road to sell stalled agenda; Brain Laundrie's sister speaks out Facebook whistleblower testifies on capitol hill, claims compan...

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Facebook Suffers Outage As Company Comes Under Fire from 2021-10-05T03:51:54

President Joe Biden says that a debt default "would take our economy over a cliff." The United States is barreling towards a debt default as congress deadlocks and experts warn of an economic catas...

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Pelosi Gambling On Biden Agenda, Plans To Move Foward With Infrastructure vote; from 2021-10-01T11:24:30

Pelosi gambling on Biden agenda, plan to move forward with infrastructure vote tonight as progressives threaten to tank it; Soon Biden to sign bill averting government shutdown after congress passe...

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Gen. Milley Again Contradicts Biden, Talks Of Trumps Final Days from 2021-09-30T09:33:02

Gen. Milley contradicts President Joe Biden again and speaks about former President Donald Trump's final days. Milley was not consulted when Trump initially ordered a total troop withdrawal from Af...

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U.S. Military Leaders Testify On Afghanistan, Contradict Biden from 2021-09-29T07:07:23

Senators grill top United States military leaders on chaotic Afghanistan exit and the military leaders contradict President Joe Biden. They say that they thought 2,500 troops should stay in Afghani...

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Millions now eligible for boosters amid new confusion from 2021-09-25T04:08:20

Four Trump loyalists hit with first subpoenas for witness testimony by January 6 committee, CDC director backs boosters for at-risk, frontline workers after vaccine advisers recommend against it, B...

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Biden Admin Ramps Up Haitian Deportations Amid Backlash from 2021-09-24T06:38:33

The Biden Administration ramps up Haitian migrants deportation flights amid backlash. According to the Department of Homeland Security, 12 flights have returned 1,400 migrants to Haiti. CNN gets th...

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Pelosi, Schumer Report “Good Progress” in Their Talks with Biden from 2021-09-23T06:34:42

Now: Biden meets with progressives, capping day of talks with warring Dems at critical moment for his agenda. Biden administration scrambling to contain fallout amid bipartisan criticism. DHS relea...

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Progressive Democrats Threaten to Tank Biden's Agenda from 2021-09-22T04:15:56

Progressive democrats dig in and threaten to tank President Joe Biden's agenda. Rep. Jayapal says she told Nancy Pelosi that progressives haven't changed their view and will vote "no" on Biden's in...

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Covid Death Toll in U.S. Surpasses 1918 Flu Pandemic from 2021-09-21T06:19:19

Pfizer: lower dose of Covid vaccine safe and effective for children ages 5-11. Woodward book: Trump team was unable to convince his closest Senate allies to vote against certifying 2020 election. T...

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FDA Advisers Vote To Recommend COVID Boosters For People 65+ from 2021-09-18T11:40:04

FDA adviser vote to recommend COVID boosters for people 65+; and high risk individuals, reject for general public; Setback for White house as FDA panel rejects booster for all; Pentagon admits Kabu...

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New DHS Warning Of Potential Violence At Upcoming Rally from 2021-09-17T02:33:22

The Department of Homeland Security warns of potential violence at an upcoming pro-January 6 rally in DC on Saturday. Former President Donald Trump says "hearts and minds" are with "persecuted" Jan...

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America's Top General Denies Wrongdoing Amid Calls For His Resignation from 2021-09-16T12:30:19

America's Top general denies wrongdoing amid calls for his resignation over reported moves to protect United States from Trump; Biden says he has "Complete confidence" in general Milley as new book...

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Book: Top U.S. General Took Secret Action to Protect Nukes from Trump from 2021-09-15T03:15:24

Final hours of voting in high-stakes California recall. CNN investigates Trump’s lies and attempt to overturn election. Trump tried to pressure election and DOJ officials to intervene in election. ...

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Man Arrested With Machete And Swastika, Capitol Police Declare Emergency from 2021-09-14T08:20:54

A man was arrested with a machete, bayonet, swastika and White supremacist symbols near the DNC, as the Capitol police declare emergency ahead of a right-wing 9/18 demonstration. Capitol fencing re...

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Email Reveals Preps For "Mass Casualty Event" Ahead Of January 6 from 2021-09-11T11:58:21

Email reveals preps for "Mass Casualty Event" ahead of January 6; Assessing the terror threat 20 years after 9/11; Biden dares GOP to sue over vaccine mandate: "Have at it";  Biden defends sweeping...

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Sweeping New Vaccine Rules Could Cover 100 Million Americans from 2021-09-10T07:10:24

According to President Joe Biden announces major new pandemic response. According to Biden, sweeping new vaccine rules could cover 100 million Americans. Biden warns unvaccinated people that "our p...

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Surgeon General Talks About Slowing Vaccinations, Surging Variant from 2021-09-09T07:55:07

President Joe Biden meets with covid-19 response team ahead of major speech on the pandemic. Biden's covid-19 speech will include announcements on mandates, testing and a six-pronged strategy to fi...

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Biden Tours Storm Damage In Northeast from 2021-09-08T09:16:23

President Joe Biden tours "profound" storm damage in the Northeast. Biden sees devastation from historic floods that killed at least 52 people. "This is a code red," said Biden about climate change...

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New Warnings Labor Day Crowds Could Worsen COVID-19 Surge from 2021-09-07T15:07:46

New warnings Labor day crowds worsen COVID-19 surge; United States helps 4 Americans escape Afghanistan by crossing border; video shows failed rescue of 2-year-old and parents from flooded basement...

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New Intel On Foreign Terrorists Ahead Of 9/11 Anniversary from 2021-09-04T03:16:58

At least 50 killed in catastrophic flooding in the Northeast. Biden pledges to support communities ravaged by Hurricane Ida. Biden's September 20 booster rollout may be scaled back to just Pfizer. ...

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Death Toll Rises To 45 From HIstoric Northeast Flooding from 2021-09-03T05:14:13

Deadly floods have paralyzed New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Record rainfall, from Hurricane Ida, floods homes and strands drivers across the Northeast. The death toll is now up to 45 after ...

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Search&Rescue Still Under Way 3 Days After Monster Hurricane from 2021-09-02T10:01:04

Half of gas stations in New Orleans&Baton Rouge out of fuel. FDA calls meeting of its advisers to discuss Covid vaccine boosters. Moderna submits data supporting a third dose of its Covid vaccine. ...

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Biden Defends U.S. Withdrawal; “The War in Afghanistan is Now Over” from 2021-09-01T10:09:25

Biden warns ISIS-K terrorists: “we are not done with you yet”. Biden: Afghanistan evacuation an “extraordinary success”. Biden: believe 100-200 Americans remain in Afghanistan, 90 percent of Americ...

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Last U.S. Military Flight Leaves Kabul, Ending America's Longest War from 2021-08-31T04:54:24

President Biden announces plans to address the nation as the U.S. military completes it's withdrawal of forces in Afghanistan, effectively ending America's longest military conflict. Taliban marks ...

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Death Toll From Kabul Airport Attack Rises from 2021-08-28T04:04

Biden vows U.S. will complete "dangerous" and "worthy" Afghanistan mission amid worries of more attacks. Crowds at the airport are smaller but more desperate as time runs out for evacuations. White...

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Biden Honors 13 U.S. Service Members Killed in Kabul As "Heros" from 2021-08-27T05:46:09

President Joe Biden honors the 13 United States service members who were killed, and the 14 service members who were wounded, in the Kabul attack as "heroes." More than 60 Afghans are dead and 140 ...

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State Department: About 1,500 Americans May Still Need Evacuating from 2021-08-26T05:29:54

WH: “closely following” terror threats from ISIS-K. “No deadline” to help any American or ally who wants to leave Afghanistan. Jan. 6 committee demands documents from agencies on Capitol attack, si...

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Biden Declares U.S. is Sticking with Withdrawal Deadline from 2021-08-25T11:58:04

Biden declares U.S. “on pace” to finish Afghan operations one week from today, Biden: Aug 31 withdrawal depends on Taliban cooperating with evacuation, allowing access to Kabul airport. Biden: we’v...

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Deadly Firefight At Kabul Airport Heightens Evacuation Chaos from 2021-08-24T03:18:46

According to an official in the Department of Defense, the U.S. military needs a decision from the Biden administration on an extension by Tuesday. FDA fully approves Pfizer COVID vaccine. Catastro...

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Biden: "Any American Who Wants To Get Home, We Will Get You Home" from 2021-08-21T03:09:03

According to the Pentagon, evacuation flights have resumed in Kabul after a brief pause, with nearly 5,700 people evacuated in the last 24 hours. Biden denies allies are now questioning U.S. credib...

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Pentagon Ramping Up Kabul Evacuation Efforts from 2021-08-20T06:22:48

The Taliban is moving quickly to crush any opposition as the race to escape Afghanistan intensifies. The Pentagon is ramping up Kabul evacuation efforts as many struggle to reach the airport amid c...

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Biden Defiant on Afghanistan in New Interview Tonight from 2021-08-19T07:13:46

Biden says no way for U.S. to withdraw “without chaos ensuing”. Biden suggests U.S. troops may stay until all Americans are out of Afghanistan, even if past the Aug. 31st deadline. Biden: booster s...

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U.S. Working to Accelerate Desperate Evacuation from Kabul from 2021-08-18T08:05:59

WH says 11,000 Americans on the ground after Taliban takeover. White House trying to contain fallout over Afghanistan as one official admits “our competence is being questioned”. WH: Biden “taking ...

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Biden Says He Stands "Squarely Behind My Decision" To Withdraw From Afghanistan from 2021-08-17T05:32:57

Biden: Americans should not be fighting and dying in a way the Afghan military isn't willing to fight. Taliban fighters swarm Kabul streets after government collapses.  To learn more about how CNN ...

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U.S. Troops Moving To Afghanistan In Response To Taliban Takeover from 2021-08-14T06:02:16

According to the Pentagon, U.S. troops are moving to Afghanistan in rapid speed "as we speak," in in response to "deeply concerning" Taliban takeover. The Taliban is trying to isolate Kabul, but th...

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About 3,000 U.S. Troops Deploying to Afghanistan. from 2021-08-13T09:54:21

Afghan official: Taliban seize control of third largest city. Chaos erupts as Tennessee parents protest school mask mandate. Soon: FDA expected to authorize booster shot for some with weakened immu...

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Kathy Hochul Declares She's "Fully Prepared" To Be New York's First Female Governor from 2021-08-12T04:22:46

FDA Expected To Authorize COVID Booster Shots For Immunocompromised. California becomes the first state to require teachers be vaccinated or regularly tested. Texas judge rules against governor, al...

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Biden: "I Respect" Cuomo's Decision to Resign from 2021-08-11T03:56:36

President Joe Biden says, "I respect" New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's decision to resign amid sexual harassment and an impeachment probe.  On Tuesday, Cuomo said his resignation will take effect ...

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Florida governor threatens to withhold salaries of school officials from 2021-08-10T03:46:38

Dallas schools issue mandate, defying Governor Abbott's order, Ex-DOJ officials detail Trump efforts to undermine election, Democrats unveil $3.5 trillion budget resolution that priorities educatio...

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United States Hits Vaccination Milestone As Covid Rages from 2021-08-07T04:29:26

The United States hits a vaccination milestone as covid still rages. The CDC says that half of the United States population is fully vaccinated. President Joe Biden touts a strong job report, but w...

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CDC: 100,000 New COVID Cases Recorded Wednesday from 2021-08-06T02:36:35

Texas and Florida lead the way in new COVID cases, with both states accounting for one third of new cases. CDC Director: "we could go up to several hundred thousand cases a day". Biden and Harris h...

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U.S Nearing 100K Covid Cases per Day from 2021-08-05T09:47:37

U.S. seeing highest number of daily Covid cases since February. Defense secretary expected to mandate Covid vaccines for all active duty troops. Top DOJ official prepped resignation letter over Tru...

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Biden Calls For Governor Cuomo To Resign After Damning Report from 2021-08-04T13:21:19

Biden calls for governor Cuomo to resign after damning report; Biden "Encouraging signs" in states with low vaccination rates;  Biden: CDC to announce new effort to limit evictions New York attorne...

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U.S. Vaccinations Climb; Over 700K Doses For Fifth Straight Day from 2021-08-03T03:58:37

The U.S. hit Biden's goal to get 70% of adults one vaccine dose about one month late as the Delta variant drives major surge nationwide. Progressives push Biden to extend eviction moratorium. Third...

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CDC Releases Alarming Study Detailing Delta Variant’s Aggressive Threat from 2021-07-31T11:24:21

CDC warns “the war has changed”. Fauci: new evidence shows Delta variant “is so transmissable” even a vaccinated person with a breakthrough infection can spread it. Florida Governor signs executive...

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Biden Intensifies Plea For Vaccinations: "It's About Life And Death" from 2021-07-30T04:35:20

Biden asks Pentagon to explore "how and when" to require COVID-19 vaccine for U.S. troops. Florida reports highest number of daily cases since January. Republicans stage mask-free walk in revolt ag...

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Biden Begs "Please, Please, Please" Get Vaccinated from 2021-07-29T11:32:45

Biden begs"Please, Please, Please" get vaccinated ahead of expected vaccine mandate for federal workers; Biden announced expected tomorrow on mandate for federal workers to get vaccinated or tested...

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Officers Recount "Horrific And Devastating" Physical Violence They Experienced On January 6 from 2021-07-28T04:15:31

Select committee shows never before seen video of January 6 attack. Officer testifies rioters were saying "Trump sent us," another alludes to former President as a "hit man." GOP's McConnell, McCar...

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Vaccine mandates in CA, NYC and U.S. veterans affairs from 2021-07-27T03:33:37

CNN: Pelosi, McCarthy feud over January 6 committee boils over with tensions hitting a new high, Trump ally Tom Barrack pleads not guilty to illegal foreign lobbying charges after $250 million bail...

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Biden Admin To Set A More Urgent Tone As Covid-19 Surges from 2021-07-24T08:06:55

Biden Administration officials are planning to shift to a more urgent tone as covid-19 surges among unvaccinated Americans. Unvaccinated Americans are fueling the current rise in cases and hospital...

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Sources: White House And Health Officials Discuss Revising Mask from 2021-07-23T14:52

Sources: White House and health officials discuss revising mask guidance as delta variant rages, vaccinations lag; Biden: Covid becoming a pandemic of the unvaccinated; White House targets rural Un...

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GOP McCarthy Pulls All His Picks For Jan 6 Committee from 2021-07-22T11:14:23

GOP McCarthy pulls all his picks for January 6 Committee after Pelosi rejects election deniers Jordan and Banks; Cheney: McCarthy rhetoric on January 6th commission "Disgraceful"; Cheney: McCarthy ...

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CDC Chief: Delta variant now to blame for 83 percent of New COVID Cases from 2021-07-21T12:01:45

CDC Chief: Delta variant now to blame for 83 percent of new COVID cases, "A dramatic increase" Since early July; Poll: majority of unvaccinated Americans say they're unlikely to get a COVID-19 shot...

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New Cases And Deaths Rising Amid Slowing Vaccination Rates from 2021-07-20T02:08:52

Biden: "Can't let up" in fight against "dangerous" Delta variant. Dow sinks 725 points as Delta variant fears hit Wall Street. Two more U.S. athletes test positive ahead of Olympics. First Capitol ...

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New Covid Cases Rising in Every U.S. State from 2021-07-17T10:39:30

White House extends outreach as states struggle to boost vaccination rates. GOP rep Greene seeks seat on special January 6th committee to “defend Trump”. Biden: platforms like Facebook “killing peo...

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McCarthy Meets With Trump As Book Reveals Top General Feared Trump Would Attempt A Coup from 2021-07-16T02:55:50

Trump denies plotting coup: "One of the last people I would want to do it with is General Mark Milley." As the number of new COVID cases trends upwards, Los Angeles County reinstates mask mandate. ...

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Unvaccinated Americans Filling Hospitals As Dangerous COVID Surge Hold from 2021-07-15T12:55:48

Unvaccinated Americans filling hospital as dangerous COVID surge takes hold; Pop Star Olivia Rodrigo promotes vaccine at white house; Tennessee stops all vaccine outreach to children, including COV...

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Texas GOP approves measure to arrest democrats who fled state in effort to block voting restrictions from 2021-07-14T04:03

The U.S. COVID surge has now reached 46 states. Officials say unvaccinated Americans are driving the rapid rise in new cases and now face a tidal wave of danger from the virus.  President Biden de...

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New Weekly U.S. COVID Cases Climb 47% As Risk Climbs For Unvaccinated Americans from 2021-07-13T04:08:42

Arkansas and Missouri lead the way in cases per capita as overall new COVID cases climb in at least 36 states. Pfizer briefs U.S. officials on potential booster shot. Justice Dept. releases new vid...

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New Vaccine Confusion as Pfizer warns of Waning Immunity and a Need for Boosters from 2021-07-10T10:08:05

CDC&FDA say boosters aren’t needed yet. Updated CDC schools guidance prioritizes in-person learning, even if all Covid-19 safety measures aren’t in place. Justice Department releases new video from...

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Biden Defends Decision To Withdraw U.S. Troops From Afghanistan from 2021-07-09T03:45:04

President Joe Biden is defending his decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan despite the dangerous gains the Taliban would get from it. "I will not send another generation of Americans to...

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United States Capitol Architect Will Have "The Ability To And Will Reinstall " Temporary fencing If Conditions Warrant" from 2021-07-08T11:58:30

United States architect will have "The ability to and will reinstall" temporary fencing if "Condition warrant"; United States fencing to be removed as soon as Friday 6 months after riot, amid fears...

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FBI releases horrific videos from January 6 riot at Capitol from 2021-07-07T04:30

Security officials concerned not enough being done to prevent another attack 6 months after insurrection.  Capitol officer: We’re “losing guys left and right” since attack. Feds warn of potential ...

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28 Confirmed Dead; Search Resumes after rest of Building Demolished from 2021-07-06T02:59

Search crews are finding more bodies in Surfside, Florida following the demolition of the collapsed condo. On Monday, 4 more bodies were discovered. The Mayor of Miami-Dade County, Daniella Levine ...

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Deadly Collapse; Death Toll Rises to 20 People, 128 Unaccounted for from 2021-07-03T11:08:22

Documents obtained by CNN show contractors suspended a repair job after finding extensive concrete deterioration near the pool. U.S. airports expecting busiest travel day since pandemic began as De...

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Mayor Says Condo Rescue Effort Resumes from 2021-07-02T09:05:38

In a news conference, mayor says that the condo rescue effort resumes. President Joe Biden says that the families of the condo residents are "going through hell" but are being "realistic." Biden me...

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Soon: News Conference On Search For 147 Missing In Condo Disaster from 2021-07-01T10:51:59

News conference on search for 147 missing in condo disaster; It's been one week since the disaster the collapse of the condo in Surfside, FL; Survivor: "It was a big boom, I saw all the garage coll...

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Urgent search for 149 missing in condo disaster; 12 confirmed dead from 2021-06-30T03:49

CNN gains access to tower in same complex as collapsed condo in Surfside Florida. Building official who said condo tower in “good shape” in 2018 on leave of absence. New class action lawsuits fil...

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Miami-Dade Mayor: 11 dead, 150 unaccounted for in Condo Collapse from 2021-06-29T07:36:15

Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava says there are now 11 dead after the Condo Collapse in Surfside, Florida, 150 people are still accounted for.  The Florida State Fire Marshall: search and res...

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At least 4 dead, 159 unaccounted in condo collapse from 2021-06-26T06:35:19

Rain, fire and smoke complicating condo collapse search and rescue, Derek Chauvin sentenced to 22 1/2 years for George Floyd's murder, Florida governor: "We need a definitive explanation" for condo...

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At Least 1 Dead, 99 Unaccounted For In Condo Collapse from 2021-06-25T03:58:51

Search and rescue extends into the night after a deadly condo collapase; fire officials say 37 survivors pulled from the rubble. Biden touts new bipartisan infrastructure deal, but it's fate is in ...

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Biden Warns Americans Of Dangerous Summer Crime Spike from 2021-06-24T13:58:50

Biden warns Americans of dangerous summer crime spike as he unveils plans to combat gun violence epidemic; Biden declares "Zero Tolerance" for gun dealers who violate exiting gun laws: "We will end...

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Now: Critical Senate Showdown Vote Over Voting Rights Bill from 2021-06-23T11:36

Now: Critical senate showdown vote over voting rights bill; republicans plan to block sweeping reform legislation; In rare move vice president Harris presiding over senate voting rights vote;White ...

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Make-Or-Break Week Ahead For The Biden Agenda from 2021-06-22T03:49:04

Critical Senate vote over voting rights ahead as the Biden agenda faces new showdowns over voting rights, infrastructure, and police reform. Supreme Court issues landmark ruling against NCAA, opens...

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New Video Shows Trump Supporters Taunting And Punching Law Enforcement Outside Capitol on January 6 from 2021-06-19T11:30:56

New video shows Trump supporter taunting, stalking, punching law enforcement outside United States capitol on January 6; The GOP claims FBI behind insurrection; Pence heckled, called "Traitor" at c...

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Biden Returns From Putin Face-off To Showdown At Home Over Agenda from 2021-06-18T06:01:48

Progressives skeptical over plans for slimmed down infrastructure proposal. Biden signs into law Juneteenth federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Putin offers new p...

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Biden Heads Home After Putin Summit: "I Did What I Came To DO" from 2021-06-17T15:27:53

Biden heads home after Putin summit: "I did what I came to do"; Putin calls talk "Efficient" as he denies, deflects on tough issues; Biden: I told Putin my agenda is not against Russia, it's for Am...

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Emails show Trump pushed DOJ to back his “Big lie” from 2021-06-16T03:53:55

DOJ called Trump push to challenge election “pure insanity”.  Trump DOJ seized phone records from journalists, lawmakers, WH counsel. Attorney General: Top domestic violent extremist threat comes ...

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Biden Calls "Tough" Putin A "Worthy Adversary" Ahead Of Summit from 2021-06-15T04:23:40

Biden: Will "make clear" to Putin that "we can cooperate if he chooses" on mutual interests or "we will respond in kind". Source: Trump Justice Dept. sought records of White House Counsel Don McGah...

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Sources: Barr pushed investigators to finish leak probes from 2021-06-12T09:29:06

Quigley: "Assumed a hostile government would do something like this, I didn't think it would be our own hostile government", Biden attends first G7 Summit as president, Putin: relationship with U.S...

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Biden Meets British PM Boris Johnson Ahead of G7, Talks With Putin from 2021-06-11T03:39:24

Biden says "special relationship" with Britain affirmed during talks with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Bipartisan group of 10 senators come to agreement on infrastructure plan. FDA adviser...

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Putin Summit looms as Biden Begins Big Foreign Trip from 2021-06-10T07:27:47

Biden tells United States troops "The United States is back" as he kicks off first overseas trip as president; Putin Summit looms as Biden begins big foreign trip United States has bought and will ...

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Senate report finds clear warnings pro-Trump extremists planned to “storm the capitol” with weapons and infiltrate its tunnels. from 2021-06-09T04:55

Homeland Security Secretary tells migrants “do not come to U.S.... it is perilous”. VP Harris in Guatemala warns migrants “do not come” to U.S.White House negotiations with GOP Senators on Biden jo...

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White House Defends Biden-Putin Summit as "Vital" for Protecting U.S. Interests from 2021-06-08T03:25

Ransom cyberattacks to be addressed at every stop of Biden's foreign trip. Biden to meet again with Senator Capito soon after rejecting GOP's infrastructure offer. Manchin vows to block voting righ...

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FBI director compares ransomware attacks to 9/11 from 2021-06-05T04:49:06

Putin laughs off ransomware accusations as Biden plans to press him on cyberattacks, NYT: senior Trump organization official called to testify before grand jury, Facebook: Trump ban remains until a...

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Biden Floats Idea of Lowering Price Tag on Infrastructure Bill from 2021-06-04T02:50:48

President Biden floats lower price tag but wants GOP concessions in order to bridge gap on spending plan. Key Senate Democrats speak out on Biden's concessions to GOP. Justice Department investigat...

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Netanyahu's Historic 12 Years As Israeli Prime Minister Poised To End from 2021-06-03T04:26:53

Netanyahu is on the way out as Israeli opposition parties reach agreement to form government. With Trump telling supporters he could be reinstated in August, some GOP members pursuing state ballot ...

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Biden Blasts Efforts To Restrict Voting As A "Truly Unprecedented Assult On Our Democracy" from 2021-06-02T11:58:12

Biden blasts effort to restrict voting as a "truly unprecedented assault on our democracy"; Biden: The right to vote is "under assault" like I've never seen; Biden: Biggest threat to the homeland i...

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Stolen SUV Connected To Miami-Dade Mass Shooting Found Submerged from 2021-06-01T04:23:06

Manhunt begins for suspects in Miami-Dade mass shooting that left at least 18 victims hospitalized and 3 in critical condition. Texas Democrats walkout blocking passage of restrictive voting bill; ...

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Senate Republicans Kill Bipartisan January 6 Commission from 2021-05-29T10:42:42

Senate Republicans kill bipartisan January 6 commission; six republicans broke ranks and voted yes on January 6 commission, short of 10 needed to advance bill; Pelosi: GOP's "Denial of the truth" a...

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San Jose Gunman Detained In 2016 By Border Officials; Found Terrorism Notes from 2021-05-28T04:38:26

According to the Wall Street Journal, the San Jose gunman was detained in 2016 by border officials who found notes about terrorism and hatred of his workplace. The gunman had 32 high-capacity magaz...

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Eight Killed, Gunman Dead In San Jose Mass Shooting from 2021-05-27T11:38:15

Eight killed, gunman dead in San Jose mass shooting; FBI, ATF assisting at "Very sizable crime scene" in shooting probe; Rail yard gunman identified as a transit employee; Bomb squad activated to s...

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Trump responds to insurrection lawsuit, claims “absolute immunity” as President from 2021-05-26T04:22

The family of George Floyd meets with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris marking one year since Floyd’s murder; GOP leaders break their silence on the comments made by Congresswom...

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U.S. Is Open For Business As COVID Cases, Deaths Drop To Lowest Levels Since Last Summer from 2021-05-25T04:56:43

With Memorial Day weekend approaching, sporting events around the country are preparing for large holiday crowds. New information on researcher's illness fuels debate on pandemic origins. U.S. inte...

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Biden: No Shift in my Commitment to the Security of Israel from 2021-05-22T09:22:12

Biden holds news conference with South Korean President. Biden pledges international help to rebuild Gaza. Biden: Trump administration targeting journalists was “simply wrong…I will not let that ha...

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President Biden Speaks After Israel-Hamas Reach Ceasefire Agreement from 2021-05-21T03:19:36

Trump Administration secretly obtained CNN reporter's phone and email records. Cases, deaths, hospitalizations decline as more people get vaccinated. Senate Republicans poised to block January 6 co...

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Memebers of U.S. Capitol Police Send Letter To Congress Supporting Jan.6 Commission from 2021-05-20T12:04:34

Members of United Capitol Police send letter to congress supporting Jan. 6 commission; Any moment now: House votes on commission to investigate January 6 riot; Israel fights on despite pressure fro...

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Israeli War Planes Pounds Gaza As Hamas Rocket Fire Resumes from 2021-05-19T11:18:36

Israeli war planes pounds Gaza as Hamas rocket fire resumes; Hamas attack kills two foreign farm workers, injures seven; Israel responds to Hamas rocket barrage with airstrikes Humanitarian aid arr...

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Israeli-Palestinian Fighting Rages Amid New Calls for Ceasefire from 2021-05-18T02:19:45

Hamas-Run Gaza Ministry of Health: 212 people killed and 1400 injured in Gaza; White House: U.S. working through "quiet and intensive" diplomacy to end Israeli-Palestinian violence; Sources: Biden ...

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Walmart, Costco, Trader Joe's, Sam's Club Say Vaccined Customers Don't Have To Wear A Mask from 2021-05-15T11:04

Walmart, Costco, Trader Joe's, Sam's Club say vaccinated customers don't have to wear a mask; New CDC mask guidelines prompt criticism and confusion as local and business mandates stay in place; CD...

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CDC: Fully Vaccinated People Can Now Go Maskless Indoors&Outdoors from 2021-05-14T03:37:56

Biden says "today is a great day for America" after hearing of the CDC's latest public health announcement. GOP Rep. Taylor-Greene confronts Democrat Rep. Ocasio-Cortez outside of House chambers, a...

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Colonial Pipeline Restarts Operations After Days of Fuel Shortages from 2021-05-13T06:37:57

Colonial pipeline restarts operations after days of fuel shortages House GOP ousts Liz Cheney from leadership post over feud with Trump; Cheney "I will do everything I can to ensure that the former...

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Deadly Escalation Of Violence in Israel from 2021-05-12T04:57:23

Deadly escalation of violence in Israel; Explosion, fries in Tel Aviv after collapse of Gaza Tower following Israel airstrike; Netanyahu: "We have the decision to further increase both the intensit...

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Covid-19 Vaccine Cleared for 12-15 Year Olds from 2021-05-11T03:54:27

FDA expands the Pfizer vaccine to include 12 to 15 year olds; Pipeline carrying almost half of fuel to U.S. east coast hit by cyberattack; Biden: "no evidence Russia involved" in cyberattack but if...

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Biden Says "We're Still Digging Out Of An Economic Collapse" from 2021-05-08T10:07:06

Biden Says "We're still digging out of an economic collapse" after grim new jobs report; Federal grand jury indicts Chauvin and three other former Minneapolis police officers in George Floyd's deat...

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Vote To Oust Liz Cheney From GOP Leadership On Track For Wednesday from 2021-05-07T03:57:03

With the Cheney vote date set, Trump allies seek primary opponent to unseat her. COVID-19 infections fall to 7-month low as states accelerate reopenings. New poll suggests vaccine hesitancy among r...

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Facebook oversight board upholding Trump's suspension from 2021-05-06T10:28:22

New Liz Cheney op-ed warns GOP 'Is at a turning point" as Trump seeks to "unravel" democracy; Trump strengthens hold on the GOP as he backs loyalist to replace Cheney and more top republicans fall ...

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House GOP Leader McCarthy says he’s “had it” with Cheney; Caught on hot mic declaring his lack of confidence in her from 2021-05-05T04:43:39

Biden sets new goal of 70% of adults vaccinated by July 4; Launches campaign to get more shots in arms as demand eases; Biden: Ready to immediately vaccinate 12-to-15year-olds if FDA authorizes;Pf...

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Defiant Giuliani Rails Against FBI Raid as Unfair and Driven by Politics from 2021-05-01T10:19:11

Giuliani suggests “corruption” among prosecutors in New York. Daily Beast: Gaetz associate wrote in letter that GOP congressman paid for sex with a minor. Biden to ban most travel from India starti...

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Biden Is In Georgia to Push Multi-Trillion Dollar Agenda to Transform Government from 2021-04-30T05:55:13

Giuliani denies wrongdoing after Feds raid his home and office; Trump calls search "a very unfair situation". Biden on raid; "I had no idea this was under way". Sheriff's office releases names of ...

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Biden Unveil 1.8 trillion Plan For Workers, Students and Families from 2021-04-29T11:02

Biden to unveil 1.8 trillion plan for workers, students, and families, pushes for $2 trillion infrastructure proposal; Federal agents search Rudy Giuliani NYC home and office as part of probe into ...

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Trump fans flames of war among Republicans with new attack on Rep. Liz Cheney from 2021-04-28T06:18:48

House GOP leader refuses to condemn bogus claim that Biden administration gave Kamala Harris book to migrant kids. Fox News anchor admits claim that Biden wants to ban red meat is false, as some i...

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State Of Emergency Declared In Elizabeth City, NC As Protests Get Under Way from 2021-04-27T03:05:12

The family of Andrew Brown Jr. demands to see the entire bodycam video after being shown a "snippet". Death certificate says Andrew Brown Jr. died from a "wound of the head" within "minutes" of bei...

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CDC Advisers Recommend Resuming Use of J&J’s Coronavirus Vaccine from 2021-04-24T06:08:42

Sources: Rep. Gaetz probe of 2018 Bahamas trip focusing on potential effort to illegally influence him on medical marijuana. Seven deputies on administrative leave after fatal shooting of Andrew Br...

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Growing Questions About Deadly Police Shootings of Two African Americans in Two Days from 2021-04-23T04:46:43

Family, civil rights leaders pay tribute to Daunte Wright, unarmed black man killed by police; tearful mom: “he should be burying me”. Columbus police release additional body cam video of black kni...

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Justice Department Opens Probe of Minneapolis Police After Chauvin Found Guilty from 2021-04-22T10:47:57

Justice department opens probe of Minneapolis policing after ex-officer found guilty of all counts in Floyd murder; Derek Chauvin facing up to 40 years in prison for Floyd's murder; in isolated pri...

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Verdict Handed Down in Derek Chauvin Murder Trial from 2021-04-21T06:21:25

Jurors reach verdict in murder trial of ex-police officer Derek Chauvin Derek Chauvin guilty on all three charges in death of George Floyd  To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, v...

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Jury Deliberates in Derek Chauvin Murder Trial from 2021-04-20T04:17:37

Brooklyn Center mayor, Mike Elliot, joins Wolfe to talk about rising tensions amid the trial deliberations.  FedEx shooter legally purchased guns despite FBI concerns. To learn more about how CNN ...

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Gunman Who Killed 8 at FedEx Site Identified as Former Employee from 2021-04-17T03:23:08

Sources: authorities were warned about gunman's potential for violence; FBI: "Premature to speculate" FedEx shooter's motives; President Joe Biden holds news conference with Japanese Prime Minister...

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Biden Hits Russia With Strict Sanctions, Expels Diplomats Over Cyberattack from 2021-04-16T06:17:48

President Joe Biden hits Russia with strict sanctions, expelling diplomats over cyberattack, election interference and "abuses" in Crimea. A senior official says that Biden is seeking a "stable and...

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Officer Who Shot Daunte Wright Arrested, Charged With 2nd Degree Manslaughter from 2021-04-15T10:49:03

Officer who shot Daunte Wright arrested, charged with 2nd degree manslaughter; 3100+ national guard troops activated in Twin Cities area this week; Wright family lawyer: "This was no accident This ...

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Officer Who Fatally Shot Unarmed Man Resigned Along With Police Chief from 2021-04-14T09:25:10

Officer who fatally shot unarmed man resigned along with police chief; Use of force experts testifies Chauvin's actions in Floyd arrest were "justified as defense begins case; United States calls f...

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State Of Emergency, Curfew Ordered After Fatal Police Shooting Near Minneapolis from 2021-04-13T05:38:33

Police: Officer shouted "taser," but fired gun instead fatally shooting Daunte Wright during a routine traffic stop.  Not far from the site of the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright, the prosecution ...

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Forensic Expert Testifies Floyd Killed by Lack of Oxygen due to Police Force from 2021-04-10T07:41:16

Medical examiner stands by ruling that Floyd’s death was a homicide, says heart disease, drug use played a role, but weren’t direct cause. Soon: Rep. Matt Gaetz speaks to GOP group as house opens i...

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One Dead, Multiple Injuries In Bryan, Texas Shooting from 2021-04-09T02:44:37

Expert: Lack Of Oxygen Killed Floyd, Not Drugs Or Bad Health Expert: Chauvin kept knee on Floyd's neck 3+ minutes after the last breath. Expert: A healthy person who was subjected to what Mr. Floy...

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Multiple Police Witnesses Who Say Excessive force Was Used against George Floyd from 2021-04-08T09:03:12

New testimony echoes multiple police witnesses who say Derek Chauvin used excessive force on George Floyd.Use-of-force expert: Floyd "did not" pose immediate threat to police or bystander during re...

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MLB announces ALL-STAR game moving to Denver after Atlanta nixed over new Georgia voting law from 2021-04-07T05:17:11

Prosecution builds case that Chauvin’s knee on Floyd’s neck violated policy in new testimony by police officials, expert; Police use-of-force instructor: Chauvin’s knee on Floyd’s neck not an autho...

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Minneapolis Police Chief: Chauvin "Absolutely" Violated Neck Restraint Policy from 2021-04-06T05:43:01

ER doctor who tried to save Floyd's life says a lack of oxygen was likely the cause of his death.  Defense argues drug use could have led to lack of oxygen cited as the likely cause of Floyd's dea...

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D.C. National Guard Deployed to Capitol after Officers Attacked from 2021-04-03T09:59:04

One officer killed, one wounded, attacker dead at U.S. capitol. Suspect in Capitol car attack posted about fears of FBI, CIA week before ramming officer. To learn more about how CNN protects listen...

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Day 4 of Testimony In Trial of Ex-Officer Charged in George Floyd's Death from 2021-04-02T04:38:11

Former Police Supervisor Testifies About Chauvin's Use of Force. Paramedics testify about treating George Floyd: "I thought he was dead," he was "unresponsive".New Chauvin audio played at trial, s...

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Biden Unveils $2.2 Trillion Infrastructure And Jobs Plan from 2021-04-01T08:29:56

Biden unveils $2.2 trillion Infrastructure and jobs plan, aims to rebuild roads, bridges, school and reshape economy. Biden seeks corporate tax rate hike from 21% to 28% to pay for it. GOP's McConn...

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Floyd family lawyer responds to day 2 of Chauvin trial testimony and COVID-19 origins from 2021-03-31T06:56:33

Dramatic testimony in trial of ex-officer charged in George Floyd’s death: “I believe I witnessed a murder”; Witnesses: Chauvin seemed to kneel harder on Floyd as onlookers protested; Defense says ...

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Breaking Down Day 1 of the Derek Chauvin Trial from 2021-03-30T03:30

Prosecution, defense offer competing causes of George Floyd's death.  Prosecutor: Ex-officer Derek Chauvin "betrayed" his badge, used excessive and unreasonable force on George Floyd. Dispatcher: ...

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Justice Department Looking At New Georgia Law Restricting Voting from 2021-03-27T03:46:51

President Joe Biden says that the Justice Department is looking at the new Georgia Law that restricts voting. Biden slams the new Georgia law, saying that it is a "blatant attack" on the constituti...

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Biden Makes “No Apologies” for Rollback of Trump Border Policies from 2021-03-26T06:14

Biden sets new vaccine goal of 200 million shots in first 100 days. Biden says action on gun control is a matter of timing, but fails to explain what he’ll do. Biden: “put all my focus” on Covid an...

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White House Officials, Lawmakers Tour Border Facility Housing Migrants from 2021-03-25T06:05:52

Source: Investigators trying to determine suspect’s connection to grocery store location. Biden assigns Harris to lead diplomatic efforts to stem migrant surge at the southern border. Police office...

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21-year-old suspect charged with 10 counts of first-degree murder, motive still unknown from 2021-03-24T07:47:07

Biden: “We have to act” on gun control, urges ban on assault weapons and expanded background checks after mass shooting; Biden: “We have to act” on gun control, urges ban on assault weapons and exp...

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Astrazeneca vaccine 79% effective against symptomatic Covid in U.S. from 2021-03-23T04:08:38

CDC chief warns against variants, could spark "another avoidable surge" as Miami extends curfews to control spring break crowds, Families of Atlanta shooting victims call for justice as police stil...

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In Atlanta, Biden And Harris Condemn Violence Against Asian Americans from 2021-03-20T03:27:27

Today while speaking in Atlanta, President Biden meets with leaders of the local Asian American community to discuss the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes.  CDC reduces recommended social distancing ...

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Police Official: "Nothing is off the table" in probe of Atlanta Spa shootings as possible hate crime from 2021-03-19T05:24

Atlanta Police: probe of Spa shooter's motive "far from over" as Asian Americans are on heightened alert after attack; GOP Rep. Chip Roy invokes lynching during hearing on hate crimes; accused of "...

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Suspect In Spa Shooting Charged With Murder of Mostly Asian Women from 2021-03-18T01:50:34

According to officials, the suspect in the Atlanta area spa shooting has been charged with murder. Police are still investigating the motive of mostly Asian women. "Racially or ethnically motivated...

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Russia Tried Interfering In 2020 Election To Help Trump from 2021-03-17T07:48:25

A United States inter report is claiming that Russia tried to interfere in the 2020 presidential election in hope of "denigrating" President Joe Biden and helping former President Donald Trump. Rus...

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Biden Begins 7-Day Swing To Sell $1.9 Trillion Recovery Act from 2021-03-16T07:41:45

President Joe Biden begins a 7-day swing to sell the $1.9 trillion American Recovery Act and warns that "the devil is in the details." Biden appoints Gene Sperling to oversee the covid relief law. ...

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"Help Is Here," Says Biden Touting $1.9 Trillion Stimulus Package from 2021-03-13T03:45

President Biden reveals bold plan to travel around the country and sell his new law to Americans. U.S. tops 100 million COVID vaccinations.Schumer&Gillibrand release statements calling for NY Gove...

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Tonight: Biden Delivers First Prime-Time Address from 2021-03-12T09:14:28

Biden signs historic Covid relief bill into law. White House: first direct deposits of relief checks could happen this weekend; millions to get payments up to $1,400. U.S. tops 530,000 Covid deaths...

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Biden Passes "Historic" Covid Relief Bill For American People from 2021-03-11T07:54:16

The House approves the historic $1.9 trillion covid relief bill and President Joe Biden is to sign it into law on Friday. Biden says that the passage of the covid relief bill is a "historic victory...

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FBI Releases New Videos of Suspect Placing Pipe Bombs outside of RNC, DNC HQ from 2021-03-10T05:46

New videos show pipe bomb suspect from multiple angles, gives clearer look at masked person who is wearing a hood; The FBI is offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to ID of pipe bomb s...

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Fully Vaccinated People Can Safely Visit In Small Groups from 2021-03-09T06:26:51

Fully vaccinated people can safely visit in small groups and they can visit unvaccinated family members, who are not at high risk, according to a new CDC guidance. Fully vaccinated people should st...

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Senate At An Impasse As Dems Fight For Votes For COVID Relief Bill from 2021-03-06T03:46:24

Cuomo crisis intensifies: new reports say his aides rewrote data to hide nursing home deaths as harassment accuser speaks out.  Ex-Trump appointee who worked at State Department charged in riot. S...

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Prosecutors Examining Communications Between U.S. Lawmakers and Capitol Rioters from 2021-03-05T08:52:19

U.S. capitol on high alert after warning of possible attack plot linked to Qanon conspiracy. GOP delay tactics under way as marathon push to pass Covid relief begins in Senate with clock ticking. U...

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Police Obtain Intelligence About Plot To Breach Capitol Tomorrow from 2021-03-04T06:47:38

The United States Capitol police have obtained intelligence about a "possible plot" to breach the United States Capitol tomorrow. The United States Capitol security has been beefed up ahead of the ...

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Biden: There Will Be Enough Coronavirus Vaccine for all U.S. Adults by end of May from 2021-03-03T04:46

President Joe Biden says, there will be enough Covid-19 vaccine for every U.S. adult by the end of May. The Texas Governor, Greg Abbott has lifted mask mandates and almost all of the state's Corona...

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Johnson&Johnson Shipping 3.9 Million Doses of Covid-19 Vaccine from 2021-03-02T06:55:39

Johnson&Johnson is now shipping 3.9 million doses of its covid-19 vaccine, with a delivery as soon as tomorrow. The CDC director has said that loosening covid restrictions amid new covid variants c...

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FDA Panel Recommends Authorizing Johnson&Johnson Vaccine from 2021-02-27T04:12:26

The House is expected to vote on the $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill after the Senate rules that $15 minimum wage mandate can't be included. U.S. Capitol security review calls for adding 1,000 pol...

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FDA Allows More Flexible Storage, Transportation Conditions for Pfizer-Biontech Covid-19 Vaccine from 2021-02-26T16:35:44

Capitol police Chief warns militia groups want to “blow up the capitol” when Biden addresses Congress. Biden: We have “a long way to go” against Covid. Biden marks 50 million Covid-19 vaccines give...

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White House Announces Pandemic National Emergency Extended from 2021-02-25T06:28:54

The White House has announced that the pandemic national emergency has been extended into its second year. The FDA said that the Johnson&Johnson vaccine meets the requirements for the emergency use...

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Tiger Woods Taken To The Hospital In Serious Condition After Car Wreck from 2021-02-24T11:22:22

Tiger Woods taken to the hospital in serious condition, reportedly in surgery for leg injuries after car flipped; Los Angeles Sheriff's official says Woods injuries are "non-life threatening" Golf ...

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United States Surpasses 500,00 Coronavirus Deaths from 2021-02-23T10:46:07

United States surpasses 500,00 coronavirus deaths; Soon: Biden marks 500,000 United States COVID deaths with white house candle lighting ceremony and silence; Biden attorney General nominee wraps d...

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At Least 50 Deaths Across 9 States Due To Winter Storms from 2021-02-20T04:58:51

Texans facing another night of record cold as the death toll climbs to at least 50 and a water crisis affects 14.9 million people. Texas Governor pledges to ensure power crisis "never happens again...

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Texas Governor Signs Major Disaster Declaration, Awaiting Biden’s Approval from 2021-02-19T09:42:30

Gov. Abbott (Texas) reports that power has been restored to 2 million homes, and that 325,000 are still in the dark. 100 million people are in the path of a deadly winter storm system. President Bi...

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New Study Suggests Pfizer Vaccine is Effective Against South African Variant from 2021-02-18T11:17:33

President Biden seeks to clarify his stance on vaccinations for teachers and reopening schools after shifting messages. He also promises 600 million Covid vaccine doses by July. A source says the H...

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Soon: Biden To Pitch Pandemic Relief Plan Directly To Public In CNN Town Hall from 2021-02-17T10:42:17

Soon: Biden to pitch pandemic relief plan directly to public In CNN Town Hall; Leading house democrats NAACP sue Trump for conspiracy to incite United States capitol riot; Moderate and Progressive ...

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Pelosi: Congress to establish independent comission to investigate "Facts and Causes" of January6 attack from 2021-02-16T07:13:41

Pelosi: Congress to establish independent comission to investigate "Facts and Causes" of January6 attack. Trump facing legal trouble despite senate acquittal.Biden to make first official trip of pr...

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Impeachment Managers Wrap Case, Trump Defense Tomorrow from 2021-02-12T09:15:52

House Democrats use rioters words to argue that Trump “lit the fuse” of insurrection. GOP senators praise impeachment managers; no minds appear to be changed. President Biden says the US has secure...

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House Managers To Show New Evidence In Case Against Trump from 2021-02-11T06:55:21

House managers are showing new evidence, chilling surveillance video of insurrection, in the impeachment case against former President Donald Trump. House managers show a video of hero officer Euge...

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Six GOP Senators Join Democrats, Vote Impeachment Trial is Constitutional from 2021-02-10T09:16:45

House managers make a compelling case by tying Trump’s “fight like hell” speech to graphic videos and images from the Capitol insurrection. Trump's lawyers argue against the constitutionality of hi...

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Senate Leaders Lay Out Rules For Impeachment Trial Proceedings from 2021-02-09T08:33:40

On the eve of former President Donald Trump's second impeachment trial, senate leaders have set out rules for the proceedings. Schumer says that each side will get 16 hours, over two days, to prese...

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House Follows Senate In Passing Key Step To Allow COVID Relief from 2021-02-06T04:48:17

With the House following the Senate in laying the ground work for a COVID relief bill, President Biden builds case for moving "fast" on COVID relief, saying Republicans either want "to do nothing o...

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House Voting on Removing Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene from Committees from 2021-02-05T09:04:32

Rep. Greene admits that school shootings and 9/11 are real. President Biden declares “America is back” as he announces major foreign policy shifts in a rebuke of Trump. Trump is refusing to testify...

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House GOP Weighs Fates Of Greene, Cheney In Test Of Divided Party from 2021-02-04T04:51

The House GOP weighs the fates of Rep. Greene and Rep. Cheney, during a critical meeting, in a test of the divided GOP party. Sources say that Cheney have an eight minute speech near the top of the...

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Biden Signs Immigration Executive Orders To Reunite Separated Families from 2021-02-03T06:27:56

President Joe Biden has signed an immigration executive order that established a task force to reunite separated families. According to the White House, Biden will not be bending on the 1.9 trillio...

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Biden Meeting With GOP Senators On Covid Relief from 2021-02-02T05:20:54

President Joe Biden met with GOP senators about covid relief, while the United States tops 442,000 covid deaths and 26.2 million covid cases. The GOP senators' proposals are less than one third the...

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Washington Post: Possible second wave of infections this winter likely worse; Georgia reopening gyms, hair and nail salons, body art studios, massage therapists, bowling alleys starting Friday; DC mayor revamps virus response for jails, mental hospital; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

New York governor talks testing and funding with Trump in "productive" White House meeting; United States death toll tops 43,000 as some states move to reopen; New study finds no benefits, higher d...

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Awaiting White House coronavirus task force briefing; 5,500+ conformed cases in Boston, 175 deaths; What reopening looks like across the United States; New York rolls out statewide antibody testing today; Dr. Gupta answers your questions about the virus; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Georgia governor clears gyms, bowling alleys, body art studios, hair and nail salons to open as early as Friday; Trump passes buck on testing as Pence tries to reassure governors; United States cor...

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Trump attacks governors a day after saying they "call the shots", calls to "liberate" democrat states with stay-at-home protests, new model: some states need to wait until at least late June, early July to start reopening, Report: experimental drug may he from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

U.S. coronavirus death toll surpasses 34,000, New York Governor Cuomo responds to new attack by Trump: if he's "home watching TV" he should "go to work", angry senate democrats press Pence on testi...

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In complete reversal, Trump tells governors they "call the shots" on reopening; Soon: Trump to announce guidelines to reopen economy in three phases; What the "new normal" in the United States may look like; Private lab's rapid-results test draws praise; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Trump plan: In phase one of reopening, schools should remain closed; Trump plan: Gyms can open in phase one as long as they maintain social distancing, but bars should remain closed; United States ...

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United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 27,000; Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing; What it's like to fend off Covid-19 while staying home; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Industry leaders tell Trump: More testing before reopening; L.A. Times: Los Angeles may ban concerts, sporting events until 2021; Los Angeles County sees record deaths for second straight day; New ...

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United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 25,000, cases nearing 600,000; Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing; Harvard scientists: United States may need social distancing until 2022; Dr. Gupta answers your questions about the virus; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Battle escalates between Trump, governors over reopening United States; California Governor Newsom outlines moves to reopen state; Scientists project United States may have to endure social distanc...

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Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing; New York Times: Trump "could have seen what was coming"; Governors complain of shortages, communication problems in push for rapid coronavirus tests; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Governors on east and west coasts band together by region to decide when to reopen states; More than half a million United States coronavirus cases; deaths top 23,000; Dr. Fauci admits earlier acti...

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Every state under disaster declaration for the first time in U.S. history; Trump: Testing all Americans is "not gonna happen"; IRS: First stimulus payments deposited today from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Michigan: No traveling between residences allowed; Kentucky police to record license plates of Easter churchgoers; L.A. makes masks mandatory for employees & customers; New York has more cases than...

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1.6 Million Coronavirus cases worldwide, 100,000+ deaths; Trump: Reopening country "biggest decision I've ever had to make"; Gov. Cuomo "cautiously optimistic" as hospitalization falls despite despite climbing death toll in New York from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Coronavirus death toll surpasses 18,000 in U.S.; Despite progress, not the time to be pulling back "at all"; Prominent coronavirus model now says today peak day for new deaths; NYT: New models show...

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Awaiting coronavirus briefing; Coronavirus response: What California is doing right; Experts: Warming weather won't end pandemic; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Coronavirus death toll surpasses 16,000 in United States; White House task force: Baltimore, Philly and DC next coronavirus hot spots; 6.6 million in United States file jobless claims this week, 16...

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Awaiting experts at coronavirus briefing; African Americans at higher risk for coronavirus; More than 400,000 coronavirus cases in the United States; Navy hospital ship in New York now taking coronavirus patients; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Coronavirus deaths surpass 14,000 in United States; White House model revises United States deaths by August from 80,000 to 60,000; Fauci: 100,000 deaths not inevitable; Birx: DC, Baltimore and Phi...

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Awaiting White House coronavirus task force briefing; Surgeon General: African-Americans face "higher risk" of coronavirus; British Prime Minister Boris Johnson "stable" in ICU; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Coronavirus death toll tops 12,000 in United States; CDC director: United States coronavirus deaths could be "much lower" than 200,000 predicted by some models; White House Adviser Navarro circulat...

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United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson moved to intensive care with coronavirus; Coronavirus death toll tops 10,000 in United States; Awaiting White House coronavirus task force briefing; Louisiana cases jump again after weekend slowdown; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Governor Cuomo says "possible flattening of the curve" in New York but warns crisis is not over; Health and human services inspector warns of "widespread" and "severe" medical supply shortages; Wis...

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U.S. coronavirus cases top 305,000; death toll passes 8,200, Trump: captain's letter warning of ship outbreak "not appropriate", Trump continues to tout use of unproven drug from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Trump accuses governors of playing political games with ventilators, NY governor: state could hit apex of new cases in next 7 days, Cuomo: not looking to spend a penny we didn't have to spend, NY m...

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U.S. Coronavirus Cases Surpass 250,000; D.C. Mayor: Models show cases peaking in June or July from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Source: Trump being urged to recommend all Americans Stay at Home; Source close to task force: Dr. Fauci & others urging Trump to consider nationwide stay-at-home recommendation; New York coronavir...

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Awaiting coronavirus task force briefing; Aircraft carrier commander relieved of duty for leaking memo on virus outbreak; Trump tests negative for coronavirus on second test; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Coronavirus cases surpass one million worldwide; Source close to task force: "Certainly possible" virus can spread through talking and breathing; Source: Thousands of ventilators in maintenance as ...

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United States reports 835 new deaths today, most in one day; Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing; Source: National stockpile deploying last round of protective gear; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

United States coronavirus death toll doubles in three days; Trump changes position, now acknowledges virus is dire; Florida governor reverses course with new stay-at-home order; Trump predicts "pai...

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Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing, Trump to unveil new distancing guidelines; Field hospitals preparing for expected surge of patients; White House coronavirus task force briefing; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

United States reports 770+ new deaths today; total deaths top 3,700; Dr. Fauci to CNN: Would "lean towards" recommending public wear masks if it doesn't affect supply for medical workers; Makeshift...

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Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing; Trump: over one million Americans have been tested; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

New one-day record with 486 United States deaths reported today, total dead nearing 3,000; Sources: Trump extended social distancing after health experts dire prediction, surge in deaths at New Yor...

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Coronavirus cases top 113,000 in U.S.; 650,000+ Worldwide; Trump considers short-term quarantine of parts of NY, NJ, CT; Italy Surpasses China in Number of Cases and Deaths from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

NY Governor: Trump ordered quarantine would be a declaration of war on states; President to make N.Y.-area quarantine decision "shortly"; Virus hotspots emerge around Detroit, Chicago, New Orleans;...

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Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing; World Health Organization: "Chronic Global Shortage" of protective gear an "Urgent Threat"; White House: Options for reopening parts of the U.S. not finalized from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing; Under pressure from governors, Trump invokes defense production act, ordering GM to make ventilators; New hot spots emerge as U.S. leads world in cases; O...

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Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing as United States death toll tops 1,100; 13 die of virus at one New York City hospital over 24-hour period; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Trump: will soon issue new guidelines on social distancing; Fauci: "You don't make the timeline, the virus makes the timeline"; New York City mayor: "race against time" at hospital where 13 died in...

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Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing; Senate yet to call vote on $2 trillion stimulus package; Sources: Pentagon orders 60-day freeze-in-place for overseas United States troops from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

United States sees deadliest day to date, at least 185 new deaths; New York governor says state needs 140,000 beds, only has 53,000, says evidence suggests social distancing is working; World Healt...

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Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing; Health workers tell of increasingly dangerous situation; 129 coronavirus deaths reported today, deadliest day so far in United States; Trump: Aiming for Easter to reopen country, decision will be based on "hard f from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Los Angeles county reports first known child death from coronavirus in the United States; New York Governor: "What are we going to do with 400 ventilators when we need 30,000?"; World Health Organi...

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Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing; World Health Organization warns against using "untested drugs"; Navy hospital ship heading to Los Angeles; 100+ coronavirus deaths in United States in single day; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

United States coronavirus cases top 42,000 with 500+ deaths; Stay at home orders expected to cover 40 percent of Americans by midweek; Britain issues stay at home order; bans public gatherings, clo...

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Coronavirus cases top 300K worldwide; 22K cases in U.S.; Severe shortage of supplies hampers coronavirus testing; Unemployment claims soar amid pandemic layoffs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

More than 80-million Americans told to stay home; Hospitals warn of shortages, closures without emergency aid; Emergency relief package could top $2 Trillion; U.S cases surpass 22,000 with nearly h...

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CT, IL join NY, CA in ordering residents to stay home, Trump: "Governors are supposed to be doing a lot of this work", federal government "not a shipping clerk", New York City reports 29 deaths and 5,100+ Coronavirus cases from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Dr. Fauci warns against over-optimism of drug Trump touts, Wolf one-on-one with White House Coronavirus coordinator, Italy deaths surge by 600+ in 24 hours, the largest one-day jump of the pandemic...

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United States state department tells Americans not to travel abroad; CDC reports infections among younger and middle age adults; Former national security advisor joins Wolf; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

170 coronavirus deaths in United States, 11,631 confirmed cases; United States state department notifies Americans to return home or "shelter in place for duration"; Mayor: New York City expected t...

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Dow Industrials fall 1,338 points, close below 20,000 for first time since 2017; New York Stock Exchange to close trading floor as of Monday; Trump invoking Defense Production Act to expand production of hospital masks and protective gear; Dr. Gupta answe from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Dow Industrials fall 1,338 points, close below 20,000 for first time since 2017; United States death toll 125, 7,500+ confirmed cases; Trump invoking Defense Production Act to expand production of ...

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United States coronavirus death toll reaches 100; 5,300+ United States cases; White House $1 trillion economic response package, would include $1,000 check for Americans; New York City tells 8 million+ to be prepared to shelter in place; Decision to be m from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

United States coronavirus death toll reaches 100; 5,300+ United States cases; White House pitches $1 trillion economic response package, would include $1,000 checks for Americans; Dr. Fauci: It wou...

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Dow posts record loss plunging almost 3,000 points; Trump announces stricter guidelines to slow coronavirus spread; Ohio governor calls for delaying tomorrow's primary; French president declares "war" on coronavirus; Testing still an issue as virus sprea from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Trump says economy "may be" heading into recession; WH: Americans urged not to gather in groups of ten or more; WH: states with community spread should close bars, restaurants, public places; Trum...

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Trump declares National emergency to combat coronavirus, Trump says he "most likely" will get tested after telling reporters he won't get test has no symptoms, Almost 2,000 known coronavirus cases in U.S. 41 deaths from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Trump says he won't take responsibility for testing delays, Trump: private sector to "vastly increase" testing capacity, Trump gives secretary Azar "broad, Trump claims private sector will provide...

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Stocks suffer worst day since 1987 crash; Millions of U.S. public school students affected by closures; NCAA cancels "March Madness" basketball tournaments; NCAA cancels "March Madness" basketball tournaments from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Dr. Fauci: U.S. "failing" when it comes to coronavirus testing; Maryland & Ohio first to close schools statewide; NCAA cancels March madness, Disneyland to close; 40 deaths, 1,500+ confirmed corona...

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Administration official says coronavirus travel restrictions for Europe "Under discussion; Trump to give oval office address at 9pmET; Trump to give oval office address at 9pmET; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Administration official says coronavirus travel restrictions for Europe "Under discussion; Awaiting white house coronavirus briefing; Trump to give oval office address at 9pmET; NCAA recommends no ...

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Stock falls record 2,000 points on coronavirus fear; Awaiting white house coronavirus briefing; 650+ known cases in United States, death toll climbs to 26; Trump expected to join coronavirus task force briefing; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stock falls record 2,000 points on coronavirus fear; Cruise ship with at least 21 coronavirus patients docks in California; Italian prime minister says entire country on lockdown; Awaiting white ho...

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Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing; 265 known cases in U.S., death toll climbs to 14, Trump visits CDC as confirmed U.S. coronavirus cases rise, Awaiting White House coronavirus briefing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Soon: test results for cruise ship passengers, Pence: 21 on cruise ship test positive for coronavirus, White House coronavirus task force briefing, Pence: 19 crew members, 2 passengers on cruise sh...

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Dow plunges nearly 1,000 points on coronavirus fears; Trump's "hunch" on coronavirus deaths contradicts experts; Trump's "hunch" on coronavirus deaths contradicts experts; Warren ends presidential bid, delays making endorsement from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Pence: "We don't have enough tests today" to meet future coronavirus screening needs; Warren ends campaign, setting up Biden-Sanders showdown; Helicopter airlifts coronavirus test kits to cruise sh...

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Biden projected to win tenth state in remarkable Super Tuesday comeback, Awaiting Pence briefing on Coronavirus outbreak, Pence: no need for Americans to buy masks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Bloomberg drops out of race, endorses Biden, Sanders leading in campaign, Warren rethinking campaign, House passes $8.3 billion coronavirus funding package, Biden projected to win ten states, Sande...

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6 deaths, 18 cases of Coronavirus in Washington state; VP Pence speaks on Coronavirus from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

6 deaths, 18 cases of Coronavirus in Washington state; At least 100 cases of Coronavirus in U.S. and 6 deaths; Wall Street rallies back; Dow up 1,294; President says he's weighing higher travel res...

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Coronavirus sends stock plunging to worst week since 2008; Trump to nominate GOP Rep. Ratcliffe for intel director; New evidence Columbia was warned decades ago about doctor accused of assaulting Evelyn Yang and 77 others from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Appeals Court says former White House counsel Dan McGahn does not need to testify before Congress; CDC wants every state and local health department testing for coronavirus by the end of the week; ...

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Coronavirus fears drives stocks down almost 1,200 points; Washington Post: Whistleblower says U.S. workers assisted coronavirus evacuees without protective gear; Dems focus on South Carolina and Super Tuesday states; Families demand action after dozens of from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Pence's handling of HIV outbreak questioned as Trump puts him in charge of coronavirus task force; Stocks lose 2 trillion plus in 6 days on fear of coronavirus; Human and Health services whistleblo...

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Soon: Trump speaks amid coronavirus crisis; Soon: CNN Democratic Presidential Town Halls; Michael Bloomberg's first Presidential Town Hall; Breaking News: Reports of fatalities in Milwaukee active shooting; from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Sources: WH weighing appointing Coronavirus Czar, Trump frustrated with HHS Secy Azar; 60 coronavirus cases confirmed in U.S.; Influential South Carolina lawmaker endorses Biden; CNN Town Halls ton...

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Stocks tumble as coronavirus fears mount; Trump on election interference: "I want no help"; Rivals turn up heat on Sanders ahead of crucial debate; Bernie Sanders fends off attacks as rivals highlight history of praising dictators from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Sources: Trump weighing loyalty of potential nominees for top U.S. intelligence role; Trump downplays coronavirus threat despite new warning from centers for disease control; Lawmakers hammer Trump...

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U.S. deaths top 159,000, death rate up 15 states from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Key model forecasts nearly 300,000 deaths by December, but says consistent mask-wearing could save 70,000 lives, Trump claims optimism about vaccine by election day, says it "wouldn't hurt" his cha...

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Manhunt Intensifying For Insurrection Pipe Bomb Suspect from 2021-01-30T04:03:54

The FBI is reaching out to the public in search of any leads that result in the capture of the unidentified suspect who planted bombs at the DNC and RNC on the night before the insurrection at the ...

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Acting U.S. Capitol Police Chief Calls for Permanent Fencing Around the Capitol from 2021-01-29T08:11:57

The Chief is also asking for back-up forces nearby. Court documents reveal that a suspect with gun was arrested near the Capitol. He had “stop the steal paperwork,” and list of lawmakers on him. Am...

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DHS Warns About Potential Violence by Domestic Extremists from 2021-01-28T09:00:43

The Department of Homeland Security has issued a bulletin over the “heightened threat environment” following President Biden's inauguration. The U.S. coronavirus death toll has now topped 427,000 w...

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Biden Promises To Have Enough Covid Vaccines For All By Summer from 2021-01-27T04:37:47

President Biden announces his plan to buy 200 million more coronavirus vaccine doses. Biden also promises to have enough coronavirus vaccines for all 300 million Americans by the end of the summer....

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Soon: House to deliver article of impeachment against Trump to the Senate from 2021-01-26T09:53:08

Soon: House to deliver article of impeachment against Trump to the Senate; President Biden thinks that the United States could get 1.5 Million people vaccinated per day. President Biden lifts trans...

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Trump's Senate Impeachment Trial Delayed Until February from 2021-01-23T05:45:56

As President Biden sets forth establishing his new government while focusing on the pandemic and economy, the Senate decides to delay the Trump impeachment trial until February.  With the COVID-19...

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Biden Sets Goal of 100 Million Vaccinations in 100 Days from 2021-01-22T09:34:10

President Biden orders a mask mandate on federal property. 408,000+ U.S. Covid deaths and nearly 25 million cases exactly one year after the first known infection. Biden signs a “wartime” action on...

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President Joe Biden In Oval Office For First Time After Swearing In from 2021-01-21T07:04:06

President Joe Biden in the Oval Office for the first time since being sworn in. Biden signs 17 executive actions that undoes Trump policies. BIden signs his first executive order that mandates mask...

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Biden-Harris Memorial for Covid-19 Victims from 2021-01-20T07:30:18

Wolf Blitzer awaits the start of the Biden-Harris memorial for the Covid-19 victims. At the same time, the United States has crossed 400,000 American Covid deaths on the final day of Trump's presid...

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Fortressed DC&Nation Brace for Unprecedented Transfer of Power from 2021-01-19T06:46:02

Washington, D.C., and Nation brace for unprecedented transfer of power; FBI Vetting National Guard as Pentagon Chief says "we are leaving no stone unturned in securing Capitol"; More than 80 people...

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New Security Bulletin Says Domestic Terrorism Most Likely Threat to Inauguration from 2021-01-16T03:30

With D.C. and the capitals of all 50 states on high alert, the Justice Department opens 275 cases in Capitol siege probe, with more expected to come in the following days.  The Pentagon authorizes...

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20,000 National Guard Troops Expected in DC for Biden's Inauguration from 2021-01-15T07:32:14

The Washington Post reports that extremists on the FBI’s terrorist watch list were in D.C. last week for pro-Trump events. Source says that the Senate GOP is torn over convicting Trump. “There’s no...

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President Trump Impeached for a Second Time from 2021-01-14T05:01:56

Ten Republicans join House Democrats in a vote to impeach President Trump. Mitch McConnell: “I have not made a final decision on how I will vote”. Sen. Chuck Schumer says that Trump will be tried i...

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U.S. Atty: Looking at Sedition&Conspiracy Charges in Capitol Attack from 2021-01-13T03:10:57

Federal Prosecutors say, they're looking at significant sedition and conspiracy charges in the U.S. Capitol Attack, following range of criminal conduct; The Washington Post reports: FBI warned of v...

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House Dems Set Trump Impeachment Vote for Wednesday from 2021-01-12T04:39

House Democrats set President Trump's impeachment vote for Wednesday after introducing article charging incitement of insurrection; The District of Columbia's Attorney General is now looking at cha...

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White House: "politically motivated" impeachment would "further divide" U.S. from 2021-01-09T04:25

In the wake of insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, President-elect Biden addresses the nation and warns of the damage done by threats to democracy. Nancy Pelosi and Democrats in the House draw up art...

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Pelosi Says Congress May Impeach if 25th Amendment Not Invoked from 2021-01-08T09:35:21

Nancy Pelosi warns that Trump is “deadly” to Americans and U.S. democracy. Sources say that the Feds are looking at Trump’s role in inciting insurrection. Transportation secretary Chao is the first...

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Insurrection at U.S. Capitol from 2021-01-07T04:15:55

Riot police move Trump away from U.S. Capitol; Multiple officers injured in violence at U.S. Capitol; Trump tells rioters to go home while repeating election lies; Congressional leadership evacuate...

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GA Election Officials Debunk Trump Conspiracies from 2021-01-05T02:52

Election officials in Georgia have completely debunked President Donald Trump's election conspiracy theories. On Monday, Georgia's secretary of state, Brad Raffensperger, said that "everybody's vot...

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U.S. tops 344,000 Covid deaths and 19.9 million cases from 2021-01-01T06:59:37

Fauci calls failure to vaccinate 20 million “disappointing”. “At least a handful” of GOP senators could join election challenge next week; “Will definitely be a spectacle”. 42 people mistakenly giv...

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House GOP Blocks Trump’s Demand for $2,000 Stimulus Checks from 2020-12-25T13:10:07

On Christmas Eve President Trump plays golf at his resort in Florida as Covid deaths surge. The U.S. has now topped 328,000 Covid deaths as December is now on track to become the deadliest month of...

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Trump Leaves White House for Florida After Unleashing New Chaos from 2020-12-24T11:55:58

“Let’s hope he does not veto, you know, the Covid relief bill,” Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says on Pres. Trump’s attempt to upend the $900 billion Covd-19 relief legislation, which took months to negoti...

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Biden Has "Absolute Confidence" In Covid Vaccine And Urges Vigilance from 2020-12-23T04:24:22

The United States tops 321,000 covid deaths and 18 million cases. Hospitalization are at an all-time high in the pandemic. Fauci says that he wouldn't be surprised that the covid-19 variant is alre...

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Awaiting House Vote on $900 Billion Covid Relief Package from 2020-12-22T05:53:24

The United States awaits the house vote on the $900 billion covid relief package. The United States tops 318,000 covid-19 deaths and 17.9 million cases. President-elect Joe Biden receives the init...

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Government Shutdown Looms As Congress Struggles To Reach COVID Relief Deal from 2020-12-19T03:44

Pence, Surgeon General, Pelosi, McConnell receive COVID-19 vaccination. Trump missing in action amid pandemic, economic crisis, cyberhack. White House claims Trump is "working very hard" on Russia...

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FDA panel recommends authorization of Moderna vaccine from 2020-12-18T04:30:36

President Trump's silence on the coronavirus continued as the U.S. faced it's deadliest day of the pandemic so far.  Mitt Romney: "quite extraordinary" White House hasn't aggressively spoke out on...

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A Number GOP Senators Willing to Challenge Election Results from 2020-12-17T04:00:15

Trump tweets “too soon to give up” after McConnell acknowledges Biden’s election win. Biden introduces former rival Buttigieg as Transportation Secretary Nominee. CNN: Biden likely to get first cor...

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Biden Campaigns in GA Senate Runoff as McConnell Acknowledges Him As President-Elect from 2020-12-16T05:36:25

President-elect Joe Biden is stumping for votes in Georgia in support of the Democratic candidates in the state's US Senate runoff election. He held a drive-in rally on Tuesday in Atlanta, early vo...

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Supreme Court makes decision on Texas and Trump's bid to overturn election from 2020-12-12T06:03:26

The White House orders the head of the FDA to authorize Pfizer vaccine today or resign. Breaking News: the SCOTUS makes its decision on the President's bid to throw out election votes from the sta...

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FDA Panel Meeting Under Way on Pfizer Vaccine from 2020-12-11T10:02:54

The U.S. has topped 291,000 Covid deaths and 15.5 million cases after a record 3,100 deaths in one day. 106 House Republicans are backing a lawsuit in Texas to overturn the election, as Trump meets...

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On Eve Of FDA Vaccine Meeting U.S. Tops 288,000 Covid Deaths from 2020-12-10T03:59:55

The United States tops 288,000 covid deaths and 15.3 million cases on the eve of the FDA's vaccine authorization meeting. Also, a record of more than 104,000 covid-19 United States patients are in ...

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Supreme Court Denies GOP Effort To Block Certification of Election Votes from 2020-12-09T03:28:48

The Supreme County denies the GOP's effort to block the certification of Pennsylvania's election results.  The United States has topped 15 million covid-19 cases, which adds to the 1.4 million cas...

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U.S. Coronavirus Death Toll Tops 283,000 and 14.8 Million Cases from 2020-12-08T06:22:07

The United States' coronavirus death toll tops 283,000 and 14.8 million cases. On average, more than 2,200 Americans are dying daily from covid. The United States sees one million new cases of coro...

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Biden: U.S. in "dire, dire, dire straits" without new aid package soon from 2020-12-05T05:32:12

With the number of COVID deaths in the U.S. surpassing 278,000 and almost 3,000 Americans dying in one day, President-elect Biden continues to lobby his plans for aid relief for the American people...

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U.S. Tops 14 million Covid-19 Cases After Record 2800+ Deaths in One Day from 2020-12-04T10:26:51

The U.S. has hit a record of 100,000+ hospitalizations . Sources tell CNN that The White House has held multiple pardon meetings since the election. Trump questions Bill Barr’s ability to do his jo...

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Trump Releases Rambling Video Repeating Lies About Election Fraud from 2020-12-03T06:55:02

President-elect Joe Biden met with workers and small business owners that have been hit by the coronavirus pandemic. The NAACP is seeking a meeting with Biden and Harris on ensuring minority and ci...

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Barr to AP: No Evidence of Widespread Fraud That Would Change Outcome of Election from 2020-12-02T05:05

President Donald Trump's Attorney General William Barr told the Associated Press, "there is no evidence of widespread fraud in the election." The AP published an interview with Barr Tuesday. The st...

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Biden Receives First Presidential Daily Intel Briefing from 2020-12-01T05:21

United States President-elect Joe Biden received his first formal presidential daily intelligence briefing. Monday marked a milestone on Biden's path to the White House after weeks of being blocked...

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Federal Appeals Court denies Trump effort to revive PA lawsuit from 2020-11-28T04:21:20

As the Biden transition continues and the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, Trump's campaign continues its efforts to reverse the general election results.  Biden: "we're doing a piece at a time" amid q...

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Trump Grants Full Pardon To Michael Flynn from 2020-11-26T06:12:18

United States President Donald Trump has granted a full pardon to former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn. United States President-elect Biden said, "we're at war with the virus, not with on...

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Biden: "America is Back," Introduces Key Cabinet Picks from 2020-11-25T05:33:34

President-elect Joe Biden declared quote "America is Back," as he formally introduced his key cabinet picks on Tuesday in Wilmington, Delaware. Biden said his appointees and nominees are a team tha...

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Biden Makes Historic Picks Filling Top Cabinet Posts from 2020-11-24T08:48:12

Michigan board votes to certify election results despite pressure from President Trump. The U.S. Coronavirus death toll tops 257,000 with 12.3 million cases. Biden picks first latino to lead the De...

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Trump hosts Michigan GOP Lawmakers in attempt to overturn election from 2020-11-21T03:12:13

President-elect Biden meets with Democratic leaders Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer as President Trump continues to block the transition process. Meanwhile, in Washington, Trump meets with GOP leade...

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Biden, Harris Meet with Bipartisan Governors on Covid-19 Crisis from 2020-11-20T07:12:35

Biden says that Trump’s election claims show incredible irresponsibility, “are damaging” and send a “horrible message”. Trump intensifies his fight to undo the will of voters, inviting Michigan law...

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U.S. Nears a Quarter of a Million COVID Deaths from 2020-11-19T05:01:08

Biden holds virtual talks with frontline health care workers. Biden warns COVID-19 response could be behind “by weeks or months” as Trump blocks transition. Trump bunkered in White House attacking ...

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Biden Moves Ahead With National Security Planning from 2020-11-18T08:00:49

Trump is planning on cutting troops in Afghanistan and Iraq before Biden takes office in January. The United States tops 248,000 Covid deaths with 11.2+ million cases as states announce new restric...

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Biden Says "More People May Die" If Trump Keeps Blocking Transition from 2020-11-17T07:27:10

President Donald Trump still refuses to concede and continues to push baseless conspiracy theories about the recent presidential election. United States President Elect Joe Biden says that Preside...

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Trump Refuses to Acknowledge Loss, First Remarks Since Defeat from 2020-11-15T04:14:44

CNN projects Biden wins Georgia, now has 306 Electoral College votes to Trump’s 232. Trump repeats false claim of “rigged election” as Biden reached 306 electoral votes. Trump campaign drops legal ...

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Crack Widening Between Trump&Top Republicans on Briefing Biden from 2020-11-13T07:56:59

Lindsey Graham is among a growing number of GOP senators that say Biden should be getting Presidential daily briefings. Trumps eldest children are split on what his path forward should be. Source s...

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Biden Meets with Transition Advisors from 2020-11-12T03:31

Sources say President-elect Joe Biden likely to name Chief of Staff soon, cabinet nominees next month. Biden discussing climate change in conversations with world leaders.   President Donald Trump...

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Biden: Transition is "Well Under Way," Calls Trump's Refusal to Concede "An Embarrassment"" from 2020-11-11T05:51

The Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, is refusing to acknowledge United States President-elect Joe Biden's win. On Tuesday, while speaking at the State Department, Pompeo said in part, "there will b...

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Biden Names Coronavirus Advisory Board from 2020-11-10T06:46:17

US tops 10 million coronavirus cases and 237,000 deaths. Pfizer says it’s Covid-19 vaccine is more than 90% effective. Wolf goes one on one with Dr. Anthony Fauci. Agency overseeing the presidentia...

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Biden Prepares for Presidency While Trump Denies Loss from 2020-11-09T05:21:52

President-elect Joe Biden is preparing to assume his role as the new commander in chief. The current President, Donald Trump, however, appears to still be in denial refusing to concede. Biden will...

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Trump And Biden Fight For Votes In Final Hours Before Election Day from 2020-11-03T07:33:35

Trump and Biden Fight for votes in final hours before election day; 96+ million votes have been cast, 70% of total votes in 2016. Federal Judge rejects the GOP bid to toss out 127,00 ballots in Tex...

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Trump and Biden campaign in Midwest battleground states from 2020-10-31T04:23:28

With the election only four days away, more than 60% of the total 2016 turnout has already been cast.  Wrapping up his swing of Midwestern states, Trump pushes new conspiracy theory that doctors a...

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Trump&Biden Hold Dueling Rallies in Florida in Final Sprint from 2020-10-30T09:37:12

Biden tells rally crowd: “if Florida goes blue, its over. 80+million ballots have already been cast so far representing more than a third of registered voters. US tops 228,000 Covid deaths, nears 9...

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Record 74+ Million Early Ballots Cast 6 Days Before Election from 2020-10-29T04:25

More than 74 million voters have cast their early ballots with only 6 days to go until the presidential election. That number represents more than half of the total number of votes cast in the 2016...

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Trump on Defense One Week Before Election, Campaigning in 3 States He Won in 2016 from 2020-10-28T04:46:46

President Donald Trump is playing defense in three key states where he won the presidency in 2016. He visited Wisconsin, the epicenter of America's quickening viral surge, along with Michigan and N...

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Trump&Biden Campaign in Must Win Battleground State of Pennsylvania from 2020-10-27T09:25

U.S. Tops 225,000 Covid Deaths, 8.6 million cases as daily case average hits high point of pandemic. U.S. hits Covid record, averaging 68,700+ daily cases as multiple states report record hospitali...

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Biden: Trump has "given up" on fighting pandemic from 2020-10-24T03:20:27

With the U.S. nearing 224,000 deaths and 8.5 million cases of COVID-19, the campaigning for the White House continues with Trump in Florida and Biden in Delaware.  To learn more about how CNN prote...

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FDA Approves Remdesivir for Hospitalized Covid-19 Patients from 2020-10-23T09:22:14

U.S. Coronavirus death toll tops 222,000 and 8.3 million cases with more than 1,000 deaths just in the last day. FDA approves Remdesivir for hospitalized Covid-19 patients; becomes the first approv...

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U.S. Tops 221,0000 Deaths and 8.3 Million Cases; Not One State is Trending in the Right Direction from 2020-10-22T04:16

The number of coronavirus deaths is growing in the United States. CNN confirmed there are now more than 221,000 people that have died from the disease, on Wednesday; along with 8.3 million cases.  ...

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With the second debate drawing near, the U.S. coronavirus death toll nears 221,000 from 2020-10-21T06:54:09

With the second COVID-19 wave surging, both presidential candidates announce preparations for the upcoming debate.  Supreme Court allows Pennsylvania to count ballots received after Election Day.T...

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U.S. Coronavirus Deaths Top 220,000 With 8.2 Million Cases. from 2020-10-20T08:28

U.S. coronavirus deaths top 220,000 with 8.2 Million cases. as experts warns "darkest" weeks ahead.More than 28 million early voting ballots has been cast 15 days before election.Pelosi set tomorro...

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Trump on Rally Blitz as U.S. sees Surge in Covid-19 Cases from 2020-10-19T03:41:58

President Donald Trump is on his rally blitz as the United States sees a surge in Covid-19 cases. Trump brought his campaign to Carson City, Nevada Sunday night. New cases of coronavirus are spiki...

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U.S. surpasses 8 million coronavirus cases from 2020-10-17T03:38:33

President Trump falsely claims U.S. is "rounding the turn" as hospitalizations continue to rise and the U.S. averages over 60,000 new COVID-19 cases per day.  On the campaign trail in Florida, Tru...

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Trump Claims that the U.S. is “Doing Fine” as New Cases Surge from 2020-10-16T09:43:10

“Ominous” signs Covid second wave is now hitting U.S. as deaths top 217,000 and cases near 8 million. The CDC is also projecting up to 23,000 more deaths by November 7. President Trump arrives in M...

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Pelosi Faces Criticism After Rejecting Latest White House Stimulus Proposal from 2020-10-15T08:03:53

Live coverage of Kamala Harris questioning Supreme Court Nominee, Amy Coney Barrett. Melania Trump reveals that her son Barron had Covid-19 without symptoms. President Trump is heading to a rally i...

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President Trump heads to Pennsylvania where COVID-19 cases are up 63% in the past month from 2020-10-14T04:35

With cases on the rise in over 30 states, President Trump heads to Johnstown, Pennsylvania for the latest stop on his campaign re-election tour. An illness prompts suspension of antibody treatment ...

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Few Masks , No Social Distancing At Trump's First Rally Since COVID Infection from 2020-10-13T08:44

Few masks, no Social distancing at Trump first rally since COVID infection. Sen. Mike Lee refuses to wear mask at hearing less than two weeks after testing positive for Coronavirus The United State...

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Fauci: Rose Garden ceremony was "a superspreader event" from 2020-10-10T04:22:31

Dr. Fauci speaks out against the White House event from two weeks ago as President Trump flip flops on the stimulus bill, calling for a bigger relief package than the Democrats or Republicans origi...

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Second Presidential Debate Derailed After Trump Rejects Virtual Format from 2020-10-09T09:16:27

Pelosi suggests President Trump is in an “altered state” as Democrats seek oversight panel on Presidents health. The FBI says a militia group plotted to kidnap Michigan's Governor. Trump calls Kama...

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Trump Returns to Oval Office Despite White House Outbreak from 2020-10-08T06:25:53

Two top aides are now wearing protective equipment with an infected President Trump returning to the Oval Office. Mike Pence and Kamala Harris face off in the first Vice Presidential Debate amid ne...

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Trump Abruptly Ends Talks with Dems on COVID-19 Relief Bill from 2020-10-07T06:10:11

President Donald Trump is no longer negotiating with Democrats on a COVID-19 Stimulus Bill. He made his announcement via Twitter on Tuesday. After Trump's announcement, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi ...

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President Donald Trump Is Set To Leave The Hospital Today from 2020-10-06T10:53:42

President Donald Trump is set to leave the hospital today despite his doctor saying that he's not "totally out the woods yet". The virus is possibly still spreading throughout the white house.  To ...

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White House Sows Confusion About Trump's Condition from 2020-10-04T03:41

The White House is sowing confusion about President Trump's condition after he tested positive for COVID-19. Trump's doctor offered an assessment of his condition Saturday, stating he had been "fev...

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Trump departs from the White House en route to Walter Reed from 2020-10-03T05:15:46

Recently diagnosed as positive with the novel coronavirus, President Trump departs the White House en route to Walter Reed Medical Center for closer monitoring and care.  To learn more about how CN...

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Trump Escalates False Claims About Ballot Fraud as Early Voting Surges from 2020-10-02T09:52:43

White House won’t unequivocally declare that Trump condemns white supremacists. Trump suggests he might not “allow” a change in debate rules as commission vows announcement within 48 hours. U.S. de...

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Trump Again Refuses to Explicitly Condemn White Supremacists from 2020-10-01T09:17:29

The Presidential Debate commission promises format changes after chaotic Trump-Biden clash. One-on-one interview with Bob Woodward. Far-right group touts Trump’s urging to “stand by” as he refused ...

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Trump, Biden arrive in Cleveland for historic first debate from 2020-09-30T04:59:42

President Trump arrives in Cleveland for what's expected to be a historic first presidential debate. Biden arrives in Cleveland to face Trump after releasing 2019 tax returns.  White House insists...

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Trump Announces Plan To Deploy 150 Million Coronavirus Test Across The Country from 2020-09-29T10:07:36

Trump announces plan to deploy 150 million rapid coronavirus test as Fauci say he's concerned about misleading information giving to the president. Trump ducks questions about his previous income t...

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Trump intends to choose Amy Coney Barrett for Supreme Court from 2020-09-26T04:04:47

Democrats to insist Trump's court nominee sit out any legal challenges to election results. Trump mocks backlash over his refusal to commit to a peaceful transfer of power as Biden declares "he'll ...

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Trump Stands by Refusal to Commit to Peaceful Transfer of Power from 2020-09-25T09:46

Trump Speaks about healthcare after promising to unveil new plan. Trump touts his health care “vision” but plan lacks major details. Trump again tries to cast doubt on integrity of vote. FDA Chief&...

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Police and Protesters Clash After Ruling in Breonna Taylor Case from 2020-09-24T09:13

The U.S. surpasses 201,000 Coronavirus deaths; nears 7 million cases. Protests after no officers directly charged in Breonna Taylor’s death. CDC Chief warns 90% of U.S. population still susceptible...

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Trump continues to downplay virus as the U.S. death toll surpasses 200,000 from 2020-09-23T02:39:05

On the first day of Fall, the United States marks a grim milestone of 200,000 coronavirus deaths. As President Trump continues to downplay the virus, 24 states report rising infection rates over th...

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United States On Brink Of 200,000 Coronavirus Deaths, Rate Rises from 2020-09-22T03:25:43

The United States on brink of 200,000 coronavirus deaths as the rate of new cases rises in 28 states. The CDC abruptly reverses new guidance on airborne coronavirus transmission and claims that the...

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As U.S. deaths near 200,000, Trump claims there will be enough vaccines for all Americans from 2020-09-19T04:08:01

Amid growing concerns that he's politicizing the virus, President Trump claims that there will be enough vaccines for all Americans by April. With 30 states moving in the wrong direction for new ca...

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CDC Projects up to 218,000 Coronavirus Deaths by October 10th from 2020-09-18T11:12

Ex-White House aide says Trump only cares about himself and reelection. The former White House aide also revealed that Trump said maybe “Covid is a good thing” because he doesn’t have to shake hand...

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Flood Emergency in Alabama and Florida; 500,000 plus Without Power from 2020-09-17T06:28

152 new coronavirus deaths in Florida; total dearths in state near 13,000.  Live coverage of President Trump taking questions. US coronavirus deaths top 196,000 with 6.6 million plus cases. Adminis...

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Hurricane Sally Threatening Record Flooding Along Gulf Coast from 2020-09-16T04:01:04

The United States coronavirus deaths top 195,000 with nearly 6.6 million coronavirus cases. Trump contradicts health experts and claims that the vaccine is coming "in weeks" and the United States i...

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Trump told Woodward "Nothing More Could Have Been Done" on COVID, Stressed Stock Gains on day 1300+ Americans Died from 2020-09-15T06:22:21

President Trump is facing growing criticism over his actions on COVID-19. CNN learned on a single day where more than 1,300 Americans died of coronavirus, Trump told legendary journalist Bob Woodwa...

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As the U.S. coronavirus death toll tops 192,000, Americans remember nearly 3,000 lost on 9/11 from 2020-09-12T03:21:01

Dr. Anthony Fauci believes that Americans may need to wear masks, social distance until the end of 2021, even if a vaccine is available by the end of this year.  In a rally in Michigan, President ...

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U.S. coronavirus death toll tops 191,000 from 2020-09-11T04:39:53

Trump defends downplaying virus, claims he's done a "good job" and tries to deflect blame to Woodward, Senator McConnell asked about Woodward revelations, says Trump should be applauded for handlin...

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Trump Admits He Deliberately Downplayed "Deadly" Threat Of Pandemic from 2020-09-10T03:34:06

The United States surpasses 190,000 coronavirus deaths amid Trump admitting that he deliberately downplayed the "deadly" threat of the pandemic in recorded interviews with Bob Woodward. Trump defen...

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More Than Half A Million United States Children Have Been Diagnosed WIth Covid-19 from 2020-09-09T04:43:57

United States coronavirus deaths are near 190,000 with more than 6.3 million coronavirus cases. More than half a million United States children have been diagnosed with Covid-19 as 16 biggest schoo...

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Another Federal Official Raises Questions About Trump's Vaccine Timeline from 2020-09-08T03:58:16

Another federal official raises questions about Trump's vaccine timeline and says that hardly any chance that it will come before the election. Trump said that there will be a vaccine "very soon, m...

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Trump denies calling service members "losers"&"suckers" from 2020-09-05T04:19:20

In a heated exchange with the White House media, Trump denies calling wounded and dead service members "losers"&"suckers". Key Coronavirus model projects 410,000 U.S. deaths by January 1, 2021. Fa...

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Wolf One-On-One With Attorney General William Barr from 2020-09-03T06:59:49

Wolf one-on-one with Attorney General William Barr. Barr responds to Trump saying he "can go down as greatest Attorney General in history of our country, or he can go down as just another guy." Bar...

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Trump Visits Kenosha And Addresses Jacob Blake Shooting from 2020-09-02T08:17:54

Trump visits Kenosha and addresses the Jacob Blake shooting by saying he feels "terribly for anyone who goes through that." Trump denies that systemic racism exists in the United States. Trump anno...

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Kenosha Mayor On Trump Visit, "The Timing Is Wrong" from 2020-09-01T09:21:20

Awaiting Trump Q-And-A at White House Briefing. Trump to visit Kenosha as the city reels after shootings and violence. Kenosha mayor on Trump visit, " the timing is wrong... you have a community i...

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Police association claims Jacob Blake was armed with a knife, put officer in a headlock during altercation from 2020-08-29T03:55:39

President Trump hits the campaign trail to hold a rally in front of a large crowd of over 1,500 attendees in New Hampshire. In Washington, family members of Jacob Blake and George Floyd speak at th...

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Hurricane Laura causes extensive damage across the Deep South; President Trump lashes out at professional athletes from 2020-08-28T02:11:29

More protests break out around the country in the wake of another instance of a police shooting an unarmed Black man. President Trump lashes out against the NBA and the WNBA for peacefully protesti...

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17-Year-Old Charged In Deadly Kenosha Shootings, Motive Unclear from 2020-08-27T07:05

A 17-year-old has been charged in the deadly Kenosha shootings and police say the shooters motive is unclear. The Kenosha curfew is hours away as the Justice Department is sending federal law enfor...

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Jacob Blake Family Attorney Provides Update On His Condition from 2020-08-26T02:46

Jacob Blake's family attorney provides an update on his condition. Jacob Blake's father says, "police shooting paralyzed my son." Jacob Blake's family attorney says Jacob Blake is currently in surg...

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Curfew Ordered After Violent Protests Over Police Shooting of Unarmed Black Man from 2020-08-25T08:52

The United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 177,000 with 5.7 million cases. Cases are currently trending down in 25 states. A Hong Kong man is the first case documented of getting the corona...

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CDC forecasts 20,000 dead in the next 3 weeks as Coronavirus death toll passes 175,000. from 2020-08-22T02:55:26

With 19 states reporting outbreaks on college campuses, the CDC offers new guidance to schools across the country in case of outbreaks among students and staff. In Florida, a 6 year old girl become...

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Trump attacks Biden while campaigning near Dem nominee's hometown from 2020-08-21T04:18:34

Ex-Trump adviser Steve Bannon pleads not guilty to federal fraud charges, Florida coronavirus death toll surpasses 10,000, Biden to accept Democratic presidential nomination, Federal judge rules Tr...

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CNN Poll Says 68 Percent Embarrassed By United States Coronavirus Response from 2020-08-20T04:39

The United States tops 5.5 million coronavirus cases with more than 172,000 deaths. A new CNN poll says that 68 percent of Americans are embarrassed by the United States coronavirus response. The p...

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Postmaster General Suspends Changes At Post Offices from 2020-08-19T04:50

The United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 171,000 with 5.4 million cases, as new coronavirus cases fall below 40,000 a day for the first time in two months. United States is still seeing m...

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Birx Wishes United States Lockdown "Looked Like Italy" from 2020-08-18T08:32

The United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 170,000 with more than 5.4 million cases as testing declines in 15 states.  Birx wishes that the United States lockdown "looked like Italy... Peo...

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After Deadliest Day Of Pandemic Since May, Death Toll Tops 166,000 from 2020-08-14T09:23

The United States death toll tops 166,000, with more than 5.2 million cases after the deadliest day of the pandemic since May. Florida sees more than 4,000 cases a day for 51 straight days. The nex...

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Biden Picks Sen. Kamala Harris As Running Mate from 2020-08-12T06:20

Anderson Cooper fills in for Wolf Blitzer.  Biden picks Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate. Biden and Harris are to appear for the first time as running mates tomorrow, in Wilmington, Delaware...

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Coronavirus Cases Nearing 20 Million Worldwide from 2020-08-11T03:35

Coronavirus cases nearing 20 million worldwide. 25 percent of all coronavirus cases are in the United States where the death toll now tops 163,000. Experts are saying that there is "no way" the Mo...

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U.S. nears 5 million cases with 160,000+ deaths as testing declines in 29 states. from 2020-08-08T04:06

Stimulus talks collapse as the U.S. coronavirus case count and death toll continues to rise. With testing declining in 29 states, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo clears schools to reopen next month....

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U.S. deaths top 159,000, death rate up 15 states from 2020-08-07T03:41:10

Key model forecasts nearly 300,000 deaths by December, but says consistent mask-wearing could save 70,000 lives, Trump claims optimism about vaccine by election day, says it "wouldn't hurt" his cha...

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Trump "Still Doesn't Get" Severity Of Pandemic from 2020-08-06T06:42

Awaiting Trump's Q-and-A at coronavirus briefing.  A source says that Trump "still doesn't get" severity of the pandemic. Trump says the pandemic "will go away like things go away." United States ...

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Trump Says "It Is What It Is" About Rising Coronavirus Tolls from 2020-08-05T03:22

Awaiting Trump Q-and-A at coronavirus briefing.  "He didn't come to my inauguration" said Trump when he was asked about Rep. John Lewis. The United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 156,000,...

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Rate Of New Coronavirus Deaths Trending Up In 30 States from 2020-08-04T07:59

Awaiting Trump's coronavirus briefing as he attacks and contradicts Dr. Birx, for the first time, following her warning that virus is "widespread" in the United States. Trump says he's "totally inv...

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Record Number of Coronavirus Cases Reported to W.H.O. from 2020-08-01T03:42:37

U.S. cases surpass 4.5 million. U.S deaths near 153,000 as CDC forecasts about 20,000 more deaths in three weeks.   CDC Director: In public’s “best interest” for schools to reopen.  Trump ramps up...

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Trump Briefing After He Suggests Delaying Election from 2020-07-31T03:06:39

U.S. cases near 4.5 million with 151,000+ deaths. It is the highest one-day toll reported since May. U.S reports 1,400+ deaths a day, about one every minute.   U.S. economy suffers worst quarter p...

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Trump Touts Unproven Drug and "Alien DNA" Doctor As Virus Deaths Rise from 2020-07-30T07:26:44

Trump Touts Unproven Drug and "Alien DNA" Doctor As Virus Deaths Rise.Trump attended a fundraiser in Texas where where would've been joined by Texas Representative Louie Gohmert who has now tested ...

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Trump Holds Briefing After Promoting Virus Misinformation from 2020-07-29T04:28

U.S. Cases top 4.3 million as infection rate rises in 22 states. U.S. deaths near 150,000 after reporting 1,000 in one day. Florida governor touts “Positive Developments in fight against virus as s...

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United States Deaths Top147,000, Averages 900 deaths a day from 2020-07-28T10:12:41

The United States cases surge past 4.2 million, one fourth of global total. Dr Fauci states that researchers hope to get at least 15,000 volunteers enrolled by the end of the week for vaccine trail...

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U.S. Records Over 1,000 Deaths for Third Straight Day from 2020-07-25T04:17:19

California reports its highest one-day coronavirus death toll. CDC says kids should go to school unless transmission is uncontrolled. Dr. Fauci says shutdowns would be unnecessary, but some spots m...

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Florida And California Set Records For Deaths In A Day from 2020-07-24T06:44

Trump holds briefing as United States coronavirus cases top four million and about one million reported in the past 15 days. Trump holds briefing without Fauci for the third day. The United States ...

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Trump Holds Coronavirus Briefing After Warning The Pandemic Will Get Worse from 2020-07-23T06:51

The United States death toll tops 142,000 after reporting more than 1,000 deaths in one day. The rate of new coronavirus cases are rising in more than half of the states in the country. Coronavirus...

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Trump's Coronavirus Briefing Returns Without Doctors from 2020-07-22T04:54

The United States nears four million cases with more than 141,000 deaths. New coronavirus cases steady or falling in as many states as where cases are rising. CDC data shows that many more people h...

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New Cases Up In 31 States As CDC Predicts More United States Deaths from 2020-07-21T06:34

The United States death toll tops 140,000 with more than 3.8 million cases. New cases are up in 31 states as the CDC predicts 17,000 new United States deaths over the next three weeks and hospitali...

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White House Blocks CDC Officials from Testifying from 2020-07-18T08:39:18

The White House is blocking US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Robert Redfield and other officials from the agency from testifying before a House Education and Labor Committ...

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Florida Reports New One-Day Record Of 156 Coronavirus Deaths from 2020-07-17T08:11

United States coronavirus cases top 3.5 million with more than 138,000 deaths as the number of new cases are rising in 39 states. Florida reports a new one-day record of 156 deaths and more than 13...

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California Reports Second Highest One-Day Increase In New Cases And Deaths from 2020-07-16T05:36

The United States coronavirus death toll nears 137,000 as cases rise in 38 states. California reports its second highest one-day increase in new cases and deaths. California shatters record with mo...

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Trump Speaks From White House Rose Garden from 2020-07-15T03:08

United States death toll surpasses 136,000 as new cases rise in 37 states.  Trump speaks to reporters from the White House Rose Garden.A new study says that the Moderna vaccine induced immune resp...

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One Out Of Every 100 Americans Has Been Infected With Coronavirus from 2020-07-14T02:27

The United States death tool has surpassed 135,000. Now, one out of every 100 Americans has been infected with coronavirus.  California governor orders a sweeping rollback of indoor activities. Th...

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U.S. death toll nears 134,000, death rate rising from 2020-07-11T04:47:41

Georgia adds a record 4,484 Covid-19 cases in one day, Florida's average daily new cases up 1,237% since reopening, Trump in Florida attending campaign fundraiser as state sees record cases, hospit...

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New Cases Approach Record Highs As Virus Surges In 33 States from 2020-07-10T10:10

The United States deaths near 133,000. New coronavirus cases approach record highs as virus surges in 33 states. California hits record single day number of covid deaths, with 149 deaths. Positivit...

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Coronavirus Deaths Rise In Florida, Arizona and Texas from 2020-07-09T06:42

The United States passes three million coronavirus cases and nears 132,000 deaths. The virus is surging in 35 states. Deaths rise in Florida, Arizona and Texas. Seven states have record hospitaliza...

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Key Model Says 200,000+ U.S. Coronavirus Deaths Will Happen By Nov 1 from 2020-07-08T05:20

The United States nears three million cases and 130,000 deaths as 31 states surge. A key model says more than 200,000 United States deaths will happen by November 1.  Fauci is "strongly in favor" ...

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The White House Refuses To Denounce The Confederate Flag from 2020-07-07T04:25

The United States nears three million coronavirus cases as the virus surges in 32 states. The White House tries claiming that the world sees the United States as a "leader" when it comes to the cor...

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Trump heading to Mount Rushmore event; 7,500 guests expected from 2020-07-04T03:59:01

Virus surging in 36 states ahead of July 4th holiday. U.S. sets record with 52,000+ daily cases.  Dr. Fauci says, "We are not going in the right direction.” U.S. Surgeon General warns deaths will l...

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United States Sets Record With More Than 50,000 Daily Cases from 2020-07-03T05:02

The Texas governor issues an executive order that requires masks in public. Florida reported a record of 10,000 new cases. Texas, California and Arizona are among the 37 states that are facing surg...

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United States Death Toll Nears 128,000 As Coronavirus Cases Surge from 2020-07-02T06:24

The United States death toll nears 128,000 as cases surge in 37 states. 19 states have paused or rolled back reopening their states.  The California governor orders almost 75 percent of the state ...

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United States Death Toll Surpasses 126,000 As Virus Trends Up from 2020-07-01T03:52

The United States coronavirus death toll has surpassed 126,000 as 15 states see a record number of cases and as the virus is trending up in 36 states. California governor is to announce more restri...

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United States Coronavirus Death Toll Neas 126,000 As Cases Rise In 31 States from 2020-06-30T05:04

The United States coronavirus death toll nears 126,000 as 14 states pause or roll back reopening. The California governor says that the state has seen a 45 percent increase in total number of cases...

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United States Passes 2.4 Million Coronavirus Cases And Nears 125,000 Deaths from 2020-06-27T03:22

Texas and Florida governors close bars and orders new restrictions as coronavirus cases surge to record high levels. Texas reports more than 5,7000 new coronavirus cases and the Houston area raises...

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United States Nears 2.4 Million Coronavirus Cases With More Than 122,000 Deaths from 2020-06-26T07:20:33

"Apocalyptic" coronavirus surges are feared in major United States cities. Coronavirus surges across the United States as 30 states see cases rise.  The CDC director says that social distancing is...

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United States Coronavirus Deaths Pass 121,000, As States Report Recored Cases from 2020-06-25T05:35

The United States coronavirus deaths surpass 121,000, as Florida and California report record cases. A model says that the United States death toll will hit nearly 180,000 within the country by Oct...

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Trump Will Hold Events In Arizona Despite New Record Of Cases And Deaths from 2020-06-24T05:38

The United States coronavirus death toll is at 121,000 as cases rise in 25 states, half of the United States see an alarming rise in new infections. The Texas governor says that the coronavirus is ...

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Rate of Coronavirus up in 23 States, Led by California, Texas, Florida&Arizona from 2020-06-23T06:18

The rate of new coronavirus cases are up in 23 states. The states leading the charts include some of the largest: California, Texas, Florida and Arizona.  President Trump is refusing to answer the...

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Trump Threatens Protesters Who Plan on Showing up at Tomorrow's Rally in Tulsa from 2020-06-20T06:47

Juneteenth rallies are taking place across the country as the United States confronts systematic racism. Trump is going ahead with his rally in Tulsa after Oklahoma sets a one day record for new co...

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Ex-Officer Who Shot Rayshard Brooks Turns Himself In from 2020-06-19T05:32

Trump in turmoil as he denies coronavirus rates that are on the rise, rebuked in Bolton Book and he suffers from big Scotus losses. The Supreme Court blocks Trump from ending DACA, as Chief Justice...

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Rayshard Brooks' Family Makes Remakes from 2020-06-18T04:43:04

Felony murder is among 11 charges filed against ex-Atlanta officer who willed Rayshard Brooks. The second officer faces three charges in Rayshard Brooks' shooting and has agreed to be a state witne...

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22nd Day Of Protests Continues As Trump Orders Modest Police Reform from 2020-06-17T05:54

Pence denies the possibility of a second pandemic wave as the United States death toll surpasses 116,000 and cases rise in 18 states. There was a blatant lack of masks and social distancing at a Tr...

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Atlanta Mayor Signs Orders On Police Use Of Force from 2020-06-16T04:49

The 21st day of protests commences after the police killing of a Black man in Atlanta intensifies for racial justice. After the fatal shooting of Rayshard Brooks, the Atlanta mayor signs orders on ...

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Trump stokes racial divisions and defends response to protests from 2020-06-13T06:51:55

Trump suggests he's done more for blacks than Lincoln; says Lincoln "did good", but it's "always questionable", U.S. Coronavirus death toll surpasses 114,000 as CDC projects 130,000 deaths by July ...

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Top U.S. General Says Appearing In Trump Photo Op Was Mistake from 2020-06-12T07:44

The 17th day of protests begin nationwide, including protests against Trump's visit in Dallas. GOP-led panel moves to remove confederate names on military assets amid Trump's opposition.  Trump tw...

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The 16th Night Of Protests Are Under Way Over George Floyd's Death from 2020-06-11T07:05

George Floyd's brother says to lawmakers, "stop the pain" and "listen to the call" for policing reforms. Minneapolis police chief promises to regain public's trust. The Minneapolis police chief als...

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George Floyd To Be Laid To Rest After Emotional Final Memorial from 2020-06-10T08:03:51

The 15th night of protests are underway as George Floyd is laid to rest. George Floyd's funeral procession is on it's way to the cemetery in Houston, after George was eulogized by family, friends a...

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Thousands Of People Pay Respects To George Floyd In Houston from 2020-06-09T07:47

After what happened to George Floyd, majority of Minnesota's city council announces its support for dismantling the local police department. The Minneapolis mayor is against the abolishment of the ...

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Minneapolis votes to ban chokeholds one day after George Floyd memorial from 2020-06-06T09:51

A source says 57 officers have resigned in Buffalo after two were suspended over the pushing of a 75 year old man. Georgia NAACP President calls for the resignation of Atlanta police chief over use...

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George Floyd Remembered and Honored in First Memorial Service from 2020-06-05T04:17:14

Family, friends and city leaders gathered to honor the life of George Floyd in Minneapolis, in his first memorial service. Reverend Al Sharpton delivered a eulogy Thursday, denouncing racism and ca...

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All Four Officers Now Charged In The Death Of George Floyd from 2020-06-04T03:28

Derek Chauvin's charge has been upgraded to second-degree murder. The three other police officers present at the time of George Floyd's death have been charged with aiding and abetting second degre...

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Protests are underway across the United States over George Floyd's death from 2020-06-03T05:34:18

Mandatory curfews are set in New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles and more cities as the United States braces for a possible eighth night of unrest in response to the death of George Floyd. Prot...

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Nation Braces For Possible Seventh Night of George Floyd Protests from 2020-06-02T04:41

George Floyd's family attorney says a private autopsy shows Floyd died of asphyxiation at the hands of police. The attorney also says three other officers "need to be charged... they knew what they...

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Ex-Police Officer Charged With Murder In Death of George Floyd from 2020-05-30T05:06

A complaint says that Chauvin, an ex-police officer in Minneapolis, kneeled on Floyd's neck for almost nine minutes, including three minutes after he became unresponsive. George Floyd preliminary a...

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United States Is On Alert For Infection Spikes After States Reopen from 2020-05-29T04:17

The United States coronavirus death toll has surpassed 101,000 and the rate of new coronavirus cases are trending up across most of the South. A key model is projecting 132,000 United States corona...

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Wearing A Mask Is A Symbol Of What You Should Be Doing from 2020-05-28T06:37

As of today, new cases for coronavirus are trending up in 14 states, down in 19 and steady in 17 states. Locations of the trending up states include Arkansas, Alabama and West Virginia. Dr. Fauci s...

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The United States Coronavirus Death Toll Is Now Nearing 99,000 from 2020-05-27T07:09:15

The CDC is now saying that coronavirus antibody testing might be wrong half the time. As of now, the rate for new coronavirus cases are trending up in 17 states, down in 20 states and steady in 13 ...

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Americans Flock to Public Places Without Social Distancing With Climbing Coronavirus Death Toll from 2020-05-26T04:06:55

For Memorial Day weekend, Trump spends majority of the holiday weekend tweeting political attacks and golfing. Trump also visits Fort McHenry on Memorial Day, despite Baltimore mayor's plea to abid...

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Hydroxychloroquine linked to higher death risk in coronavirus patients from 2020-05-23T06:56

A study finds the drug Trump has touted and taken has been linked to higher death risk in coronavirus patients. The CDC issues new guidance for houses of worship as Trump orders them to open and th...

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Trump Chooses Not To Wear Mask During Ford Tour from 2020-05-22T03:15

A new model is predicting case spikes in some states that reopened early, especially states in the south, as the current United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 93,000. Alongside the death r...

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All 50 states partially reopen as United States death toll tops 92,000 from 2020-05-21T06:28:29

Trump threatens to withhold federal funding for Michigan and Nevada over their mail-in push to voters for upcoming elections. He is falsely claiming the states illegally sent absentee ballot applic...

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United States Coronavirus Death Toll Surpasses 91,000 from 2020-05-20T06:40

United States deaths caused by the coronavirus reaches 91,000, as New York study shows higher death rates among Black and Latino people. Meanwhile, all states will have reopening plans underway by ...

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U.S. coronavirus death toll surpasses 90,000, 1.5 million cases from 2020-05-19T06:35

Trump says he’s taking now hydroxychloroquine even though the FDA has warned against taking the drug. Trump is also saying that it was secretary Pompeo that asked for the inspector general to be fi...

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U.S. Coronavirus death toll surpasses 87,000; Trump claims fully approved vaccine available to public by years end; White House defends scrapping of Obama pandemic playbook. from 2020-05-16T06:40:17

Trump: "Vaccine or no vaccine, we're back"; rate of new cases down in 28 states, up in 7, steady in 15; the number of new coronavirus cases is going down in more than half of states amid reopening ...

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U.S. coronavirus death toll surpasses 85,000; Ousted vaccine chief: 12 to 18 months for a vaccine an "aggressive schedule," will likely take longer;New York Stock Exchange to partially reopen trading floor in late May from 2020-05-15T11:56:36

Ousted vaccine chief: "Time is running out," virus is "everywhere"; rate of new coronavirus cases, deaths in U.S. trending down; Los Angeles requires face coverings outdoors; Ousted chief warns of ...

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United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 83,000; Sources: Administration officials are questioning if the United States coronavirus death toll is inflated; DC extends stay-at-home order to June 8; Businessman: Government ignored offer to make masks; from 2020-05-14T05:08:01

At least 48 states will be partially reopen by Sunday as some areas extend stay-at-home orders; Sources: Trump questioning if United States coronavirus death toll is inflated as Fauci says it's lik...

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Los Angeles County likely to remain under stay-at-home order through July; Fauci: United States death toll "Almost certainty higher" than 81,000+ reported; Coronavirus model touted by White House now projects 147,000 United States deaths by August 4th; from 2020-05-13T05:02:13

United States coronavirus death toll nearing 82,000; Fauci warns of ignoring guidelines on reopening: "Real risk you will trigger an outbreak that you will not be able to control; Fauci, other top ...

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Trump plays down spread of virus in West Wing; Trump accuses Obama of a crime, doesn't say what it is; Trump claims anyone who wants a test can get one; Trump asks Asian-American reporter to "ask China" about coronavirus deaths; from 2020-05-12T06:05:25

Trump: "We have prevailed on testing"; Trump says numbers are coming down substantially as United States deaths surpass 80,000; Trump walks out of news conference after heated exchange with reporte...

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Virus hits the West Wing: two staffers close to Trump and Pence test positive this week; California loosening some restrictions today, will issue guidance on next phase Tuesday; At least 47 states partially reopening by Sunday amid concerns of fueling sec from 2020-05-09T08:10:01

20.5 million jobs lost in April, worst in U.S. history; At least 47 states partially reopening by Sunday amid concerns of fueling second wave of virus; U.S. coronavirus death toll surpasses 76,000;...

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White House rejects CDC guidelines for safe reopening as United States death toll surpasses 75,000; Valet to President Trump tests positive for coronavirus; Federal government not tracking antibody testing from all states; from 2020-05-08T06:05:16

Personal valet to President Trump tests positive for coronavirus, Trump has since tested negative; White House becomes epicenter of culture war over wearing face masks; 44 states partially reopenin...

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White House: Notion that everyone needs to be tested is "nonsensical"; Study: Blood thinner may help with severe coronavirus cases; At least 43 states partially reopening as new hot spots emerge across United States; from 2020-05-07T04:10:48

White House: Dr. Fauci house testimony was blacked because lawmakers didn't act in good faith; White House holds briefing as United States coronavirus deaths top 72,000; Trump says Fauci and Birx w...

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More states reopening as death toll tops 70,000; Ousted vaccine director files whistleblower complaint saying his early coronavirus warnings were ignored; Death toll in Britain surpasses Italy, highest in Europe;Dr. Gupta answers questions about the virus from 2020-05-06T07:23:47

Pence: White House may disband coronavirus task force around end of May; Trump visits Arizona as experts warn about easing restrictions; Ousted vaccine director files whistleblower complaint saying...

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Key model forecasts 134,000 United States deaths, almost double last estimate; Trump administration privately projects 3,000 daily deaths as cases rise to 200,000 per day by early June; Dr. Murray: Rise of mobility likely leading to increased transmission from 2020-05-05T05:13:37

Source: Trump administration internal estimate says 3,000 United States deaths a day by June; At least 42 states will be partially reopened this week; Trump publicly raises projected United States ...

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FDA authorizes emergency use of Remdesivir to treat Coronavirus, More than 30 states ease restrictions as death toll climbs, U.S. and China play the blame game over Coronavirus outbreak from 2020-05-02T04:42:39

CDC report: limited testing and continued travel fueled early Coronavirus transmission in U.S., U.S. death toll surpasses 64,000, Fauci warns of "significant risk" as 30+ states ease restrictions, ...

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Stay-At-Home orders in seven states expiring tonight; Sources: Trump administration drawing up plans to punish China for coronavirus pandemic;Dr. Fauci: FDA moving "really quickly" to approve drug Remdesivir to treat coronavirus; from 2020-05-01T06:03:47

CDC may advise schools, churches, restaurants to make big changes as they begin to reopen; Fauci: United States goal to manufacture vaccine by January; United States coronavirus death toll nearing ...

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New York Times: FDA expected to issue emergency authorization for remdesivir; Administration launching "operation warp speed" to accelerate development of vaccine; Florida governor announces plan to reopen businesses; from 2020-04-30T07:24:35

Fauci: Early studies show remdesivir can block coronavirus effects; States reopening despite not meeting 14 days of declining cases; Soon: Florida government to announce details of reopening; Unite...

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United States coronavirus cases surpass one million, 57,000+ deaths; Key model revises forecast to 74,000 deaths in United States by August; Despite misgivings, Texas lifts stay-at-home order on Friday; from 2020-04-29T07:36:33

New model project thousands more may die if states open too early; California governor outlines phased reopening plan: retail businesses, schools "weeks away"; Trump ordering meat processing plants...

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Awaiting White House news conference as number of United States coronavirus cases nears one million; Borger: Doctors, medical experts are filling a leadership vacuum left by the president; Georgia restaurants and theaters reopen today, despite warnings; from 2020-04-28T06:38:21

Sources: White House will release overview and "blueprint" for increased coronavirus testing as states reopen; Texas governor will let Stay-At-Home order expire Thursday; United States coronavirus ...

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CDC urges proper use of disinfectants after Trump dangerously suggests internal use might treat virus, NY Times: Trump rarely attends task force meetings, businesses are reopening, but are they safe? from 2020-04-25T06:43:03

Trump falsely denies he suggested looking into internal disinfectant to treat virus, claiming he was "sarcastic", Lysol warns against use after Trump comments, head of Navy recommends reinstating ...

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Key Coronavirus model updates projections, now says some states should wait even longer to reopen; Science vs. Politics in Trump administration coronavirus response; Source: Dr. Fauci not at today's White House coronavirus task force briefing; from 2020-04-24T05:37:52

Public labs still can't meet demand for testing, Fauci"not overly confident" with test capacity; Antibody tests suggest 1-in-5 New York City residents may have had virus; Health department "appalle...

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Doctor says he was removed from federal post after questioning drug Trump praised; Las Vegas mayor calls Nevada's shutdown "total insanity"; New York, Connecticut, New Jersey to cooperate on contact tracing; from 2020-04-23T06:47:39

Key model shows Georgia, 11 other states should wait until at least June 8 to reopen; United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 46,000; Source: Other task force members share CDC chief's conce...

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