World News Tonight with David Muir Full Episode: Thursday, April 2, 2026
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Apr 3, 2026 Pierre Thomas, ABC News Chief Justice Correspondent, breaks down DOJ changes after Pam Bondi’s firing. Rachel Scott reports on oil prices surging after tensions with Iran. Gio Benitez covers Artemis II’s translunar injection and in-flight hiccups. Victor Oquendo walks through the newly released bodycam footage of Tiger Woods’ crash and arrest. Multiple correspondents bring additional national and international breaking stories.
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Bondi Ousted Over Failed Prosecutions And Epstein Missteps
- President Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi largely over frustration with her failure to prosecute his perceived political rivals and mishandling of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
- Bondi was a visible loyalist (attending Supreme Court events) but faced criticism from inside the White House and Congress for DOJ's handling of high-profile cases.
Acting AG Todd Blanche Signals Continuity With Trump
- Bondi's replacement as acting Attorney General is Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, a former defense counsel for President Trump.
- Blanche previously oversaw removal of agents and prosecutors tied to prosecutions involving Trump, signaling continued DOJ alignment with the president.
Artemis II Overcomes Toilet Trouble And Fires TLI Burn
- Artemis II successfully executed a translunar injection burn 24 hours after launch, sending the crew on a four-day trip to the moon.
- The crew tested systems aboard the new Integrity spacecraft, even troubleshooting a toilet problem before sleep.