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Latest episodes
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7 min
Anthropic’s IPO Could Become One of History’s Largest
Tensions rise in the Middle East over potential new US strikes on Iran after next week’s midterms. Anthropic’s highly anticipated Wall Street debut comes with growing concerns arou…
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13 min
Should Dems Dare to Dream in Mississippi?
A top Republican super PAC is making late ad buys in a state that would have been unthinkable not long ago: Mississippi. While party officials may not think they will actually lose…
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9 min
Trump, Obama Go On Attack With Days Until The Midterms
Trump, Obama go on attack with days until the midterms. Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returns from exile to hero's welcome. California ballot fight. Tallahassee…
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27 min
Is This the End of the Road for Netanyahu in Israel?
Israelis are heading to the polls this week in a high-stakes election that could imperil Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyhu’s grip on power. But what is motivating voters? And does t…
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17 min
The Curious Case of the Immortal Jellyfish
A type of light therapy popular in skincare could be a game changer for people undergoing IVF. Meet the first dad in the US to use a new device that helps parents bond with their p…
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8 min
DOJ Sues to Block Alaska US Senate Race Results
An elections forecaster predicts a bleak midterm outlook for Republicans, as the Trump administration preemptively sues to challenge Alaska’s Senate race. Israeli Prime Minister Be…
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14 min
The Young Men Moving Away from Trump
Republicans worked hard in 2024 to court young men who were fans of combat sports and certain podcasters. After helping fuel President Donald Trump to victory, there are signs this…
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10 min
Ukrainians Dispute Trump Claim that Starlink is Restored
President Trump says a Vivek Ramaswamy ad featuring the estranged mom of his democratic opponent is "fair game". Sources tell CNN the Justice Department is investigating misconduct…
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7 min
Ramaswamy Stands By Controversial Ad
Ohio gubernatorial candidate, Vivek Ramaswamy refuses to pull a controversial ad targeting his opponent despite backlash. A magnitude 7 earthquake shakes China’s Tibet region. Webs…
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15 min
Will Black Voters Show Up for El-Sayed in Michigan?
Experts say the critical Senate race in Michigan could come down to Black voters in urban areas like Detroit. But is Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed taking this group for granted…
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9 min
El-Sayed, Rogers Trade Personal Attacks in Michigan Senate Debate
President Trump links Russia's release of American prisoner to his decision to waive oil sanctions. El-Sayed, Rogers trade personal attacks in final Michigan Senate Debate. Bodycam…
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8 min
Russia’s Willing to Resume Trilateral Peace Talks
Vice President JD Vance defends Ohio GOP gubernatorial candidate’s controversial ad against his opponent. A 74-year-old American imprisoned in Russia for more than four years is on…
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16 min
Vivek Ramaswamy's Ohio October Surprise
A new political ad from Ohio Republican gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy featuring his Democratic opponent’s estranged mom telling voters to reject her has even some Republica…
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9 min
Ramaswamy Facing Backlash for Attack Ad On Opponent
Vivek Ramaswamy says his campaign is behind an ad that features the estranged mother of his opponent in the Ohio governor's race. New CNN polls give final read on how voters are fe…
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12 min
Are Democrats Being Realistic About a Blue Wave?
Poll after poll continues to show strong enthusiasm for Democrats, including for Senate candidates in deep red states. But are they setting expectations of a blue wave too high? We…
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9 min
MS Attorney General Says Use of Force Justified in 1yo's Death
President Trump heads to NC in next stop on midterm sprint. Family calls for video to be released after Mississippi AG decides fatal police shooting of 1-year-old was justified. Tr…
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8 min
Elon Musk Pledges SpaceX Shares to Every US Kid
Early voting kicks off in Texas while President Donald Trump is starting his midterm campaign blitz. The Supreme Court backs the Pentagon’s decision to throw out plea deals for the…
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14 min
The Swing Voters that Could Define the Midterms (And Beyond)
After President Donald Trump and the Republican Party made gains with Latino voters in 2024, polling suggests that support is evaporating. We look at where that is most evident on…
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10 min
Violent Protests in France Over Rising Living Costs
President Trump's campaign blitz begins in Kansas today. More than half a million people hit the streets of France in violent protests over rising living costs and other issues. 34…
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29 min
Can Erik Prince's Mercenary Operation Solve Haiti's Gang Crisis?
Years of gang-fueled violence have left Haiti in disrepair, killing thousands and displacing over a million people. Now an American military contractor thinks he has a solution. CN…