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Jul 1, 2024 • 7min
6 PM ET: Trump’s immunity ruling impact, Karen Read mistrial, Hunter Biden sues Fox News & more
The Supreme Court granted former President Donald Trump partial immunity in his federal January 6 case – we look at what’s likely to happen next. Victims of the October 7 terrorist attack in Israel and their families sue Iran, Syria and North Korea for allegedly supporting Hamas. The murder trial of a woman accused of killing her police officer boyfriend has been declared a mistrial. We track the projected path of the Category 4 storm Hurricane Beryl in the Caribbean. Plus, Hunter Biden sues Fox News over a “mock trial” miniseries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 1, 2024 • 7min
3 PM ET: Trump’s limited immunity, Steve Bannon’s sentence begins, Olympic trials latest & more
We start with the Supreme Court’s landmark ruling on presidential immunity. Steve Bannon has started his four-month prison sentence for defying a congressional subpoena. Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in the Caribbean as a Category 4 storm. We’ll tell you about Boeing’s acquisition deal for one of its major suppliers. And, some big-name athletes secured their spots to compete in the Paris Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 1, 2024 • 7min
12 PM ET: Trump can claim some immunity, Biden fights on, Hurricane Beryl's landfall & more
The Supreme Court rules that Donald Trump may claim immunity from criminal prosecution for some of his conduct while president. We’ll break down the other opinions the high court dropped on the last day of its term. President Joe Biden is going to keep fighting after his dismal debate performance. Hurricane Beryl hits the Caribbean. Plus, the Catholic Church gets its first millennial saint. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 1, 2024 • 7min
9 AM ET: SCOTUS immunity ruling, Hurricane Beryl, Steve Bannon reporting to prison & more
The Supreme Court is expected to rule on whether former President Donald Trump can claim immunity from federal election subversion charges, while the Biden campaign continues its damage control. Beryl is set to slam into the Caribbean this morning as a powerful category 4 hurricane. Utica, New York's mayor met with the community this weekend, after a 13-year old boy was shot and killed by police. Israel has set off international condemnation after a plans were announced to legally recognize five unauthorized West Bank settlements. Plus, Steve Bannon is to report to federal prison today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 1, 2024 • 6min
6 AM ET: Biden's damage control, Boeing's 'sweetheart deal', Michael J. Fox rocks Glastonbury & more
The Biden campaign continues its damage control as the Trump campaign, and many others, await the Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's immunity. The Justice Department is nearing an agreement with Boeing that one lawyer for victims families calls a “sweetheart deal.” A downgraded but still powerful hurricane is set to hit the Caribbean this morning. French politicians are scrambling after one of France’s far right parties led the first round of parliamentary elections on Sunday. And, Michael J. Fox rocked on a guitar with Coldplay at Glastonbury this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 30, 2024 • 15min
One Thing: Why SCOTUS Is Saving Trump Immunity for Last
The Supreme Court wraps up its current term on Monday. Justices are finally expected to issue a major decision on presidential immunity as it relates to special counsel Jack Smith's election subversion charges against former President Donald Trump. Another decision limiting obstruction charges for January 6th rioters could also have ramifications in that case. In this episode, we break down what it said and why a separate ruling is sending shockwaves through the federal government.Guest: John Fritze, CNN Supreme Court Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 29, 2024 • 13min
5 Good Things: How a National Park is Making the Outdoors More Inclusive
A dad’s offer to be a stand-in parent for LGBTQ couples has grown into a global network of allies. A family of Taekwondo athletes sprang into action to save a woman from being assaulted. In Missouri, a small-town fire department’s bank account was running out, until a 91-year-old man gave them a game-changing donation. Visitors with disabilities can explore the Great Smoky Mountains in new ways. Plus, what are the best US towns to visit this summer? We’ll share some of CNN Travel’s top 10. For some more goodness on Saturdays, sign up for CNN's The Good Stuff newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 28, 2024 • 7min
6 PM ET: Post-debate rallies, bird flu test results, Karen Read murder trial & more
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump hit the campaign trail today after last night's CNN’s debate showdown. We have key takeaways from the Supreme Court’s decision on January 6th charges and what it means for Trump. The FDA sampled raw milk for the bird flu virus – we break down new findings from its test results. A woman accused of killing her police officer boyfriend is waiting to learn her fate – we’ll tell you where her trial stands. Plus, a judge is expected to rule on whether to dismiss Alec Baldwin’s indictment in a fatal movie set shooting case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 28, 2024 • 7min
3 PM ET: Cooling inflation data, homeless ticketing ruling, Massachusetts rideshare settlement & more
US prices didn’t rise last month for the first time since November. The US Supreme Court ruled homeless people can be ticketed for sleeping outside. We have two state supreme court rulings related to abortion and gender-affirming care for minors. The US is dismantling the humanitarian pier to Gaza for a third time. And, Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts are getting greater pay and benefits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 28, 2024 • 7min
12 PM ET: Biden brushes off critics, SCOTUS sides with Jan. 6 rioters, government power curbed & more
President Joe Biden is brushing off concerns about what many Democrats are calling a disappointing debate performance. The Supreme Court ruled the Justice Department overstepped in charging hundreds of January 6 rioters. The high court also passed down a decision that will significantly weaken the power of federal agencies. A summer bump in Covid-19 cases has arrived in the U.S. Plus, we're poised to see the first father-son duo play together in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


