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We’ll tell you what we know so far of Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign platform. The acting director of the secret service fielded questions from senators today about the agency’s hiring practices. Post-election chaos continues in Venezuela with the kidnapping of an opposition leader. New research shows mental health conditions may be underdiagnosed in young people who die by suicide. Plus, extreme heat could be hurting Americans at the grocery store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The acting director of the Secret Service says the agency failed and is making changes in the wake of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Team USA is going for gold in the gymnastics today, but a US tennis star is out of the singles competition at the Paris Olympics. The Park Fire in California is now the fifth largest wildfire in US history. Vice President Kamala Harris is trying to keep the momentum going after a big first week of campaigning. And, a stabbing rampage at a kids dance party celebrating Taylor Swift has left the singer, and an entire nation, in shock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The acting director of the Secret Service is expected to tell Congress that he's ashamed of the failures that led to the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Vice President Kamala Harris is going after sunbelt voters. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says war between Israel and Lebanon could be avoided. The next few days will be crucial for containing the Park Fire in California, as a man has been charged with arson for allegedly starting the blaze. Plus, a United Airlines plane had to divert its course for a deep clean. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The acting director of the Secret Service is expected to give more details about the security failures that led to the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. People have been protesting on the streets after Venezuela's controversial election results. The US is advising people not to travel to parts of Lebanon as the threat of an Israeli strike looms. Simone Biles is hoping to add another gold medal to her collection at the women's team gymnastics final at the Paris Olympics. Plus, a federal judge has permanently blocked part of Florida's "Stop WOKE Act." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden proposed major changes to the US Supreme Court that face an uphill battle in Congress. The US is warning against traveling to Lebanon amid increased tensions with Israel. US intelligence says Iran is trying to undercut former President Donald Trump’s campaign. We have a roundup of some of today’s highlights from the Paris Olympics. Plus, McDonald’s is blaming inflation for its decline in US sales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin with new developments into the FBI’s investigation on a failed assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. The US has condemned an attack that killed a dozen children on a soccer field in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro has been declared the winner in the country’s election as world leaders call for transparency. The FDA has approved a blood test for colorectal cancer screening among some adults. And, Olympic organizers apologized after controversy over last week’s opening ceremony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's just 99 days until the 2024 presidential elections after the race was turned upside down last week. Israel is vowing to retaliate against Hezbollah for a strike that killed 12 children, but the militant group in Lebanon is denying responsibility. An event at the Paris Olympics has been postponed again because of concerns about pollution in the River Seine. Extreme heat and humidity could make parts of the world uninhabitable as global warming gets worse. Plus, scientists have found more proof of possible signs of life on Venus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are fears of an all out war in the Middle East after deadly strikes in Israel and Lebanon. It's less than 100 days until the 2024 presidential election and things are heating up. More details are being revealed about security failures in the lead up to the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. President Joe Biden is set to call for Supreme Court reform. Plus, the Park Fire has burned more than 360,000 acres in California and it's still growing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel is vowing to retaliate against Hezbollah in Lebanon after a strike killed 12 children in a border region. A six week abortion ban is taking effect in Iowa this morning. The New York Times is reporting that law enforcement had been alerted about the gunman who tried to kill former President Donald Trump 90 minutes before he started firing. Two men say they've won Venezuela's presidential elections. And, we'll bring you the highlights from the first weekend of the Paris Olympic Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A sweltering summer is continuing around the world, as the planet continues to break records for the hottest day in recorded history. In the US, medical officials and utility companies in multiple cities are struggling to keep up. In this episode, we look at why power grid resiliency is so crucial to our climate futures and how an initiative is helping to electrify parts of Navajo Nation. Guest: Ed Lavandera, CNN Senior National Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Summer Olympics happening now in Paris marks a new milestone for gender equality in sports. A Parisian amateur chef whips up free meals and viral videos to help feed people living on the streets. Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton used AI to reclaim her voice after a degenerative disease took away her ability to speak. A high school cross country team gives shelter dogs some exercise while they train. Plus, a taco stand in Mexico City earned one of the most prestigious culinary honors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump rebuked Vice President Kamala Harris’ remarks about Israel’s conduct in its war with Hamas during a meeting with the Israeli prime minister. Mexico’s president wants the US to give a “full report” on the operation that led to the arrest of two cartel leaders. We’ll break down some of the highlights of the Olympics opening ceremony. Videogame performers are calling for a strike over AI and pay concerns. Plus, we’ll tell you about the spicy court battle over who invented Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israeli officials are taking issue with comments Vice President Kamala Harris made about the Israel-Hamas war. Israel’s military says its troops killed about 100 militants in a southern Gaza city as its ground assault continues. An autopsy report has been released on the Black woman fatally shot by a deputy inside her Illinois home. The massive Park Fire in California is now larger than the city of Atlanta as authorities urge residents to evacuate. And, the Olympics opening ceremony is underway despite attacks on France’s high-speed train lines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris says she's ready to debate former President Donald Trump, but it's not clear yet when he'll agree to a head-to-head. Meanwhile, Trump is meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today. A large scale attack on France's train system has caused chaos, just hours before the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics. We're learning who helped US authorities arrest two alleged drug cartel leaders near the southern border. Plus, US inflation is inching towards the Fed's target. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pressure is mounting for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reach a deal with Hamas for a ceasefire and hostage release, from the US and from families of the people taken. Despite some GOP claims, a CNN survey has found no legal reasons Vice President Kamala Harris would be stopped from appearing on presidential ballots. An attack on the French train system has caused chaos ahead of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. The alleged kingpin from a powerful Mexican drug cartel has been arrested in the US. And, a lawmaker makes history by using an AI voice on the House floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The US is increasing pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to accept a ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas. Vice President Kamala Harris has finally gotten the Obamas' endorsement. Two key members from an infamous Mexican drug cartel have been arrested in the US. The Park fire in California has exploded in size. Plus, there's chaos in France after arson attacks on train lines ahead of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden and Israel’s prime minister met with urgency to reach a ceasefire deal at the top of the agenda today. JD Vance’s past comments about women is drawing criticism from one Hollywood actress. Authorities arrested a man accused of starting the Park Fire in California. Meta’s Oversight Board is calling on the tech giant to do more to address non-consensual, nude deepfakes on its platforms. Plus, an Australian field hockey player is going to great lengths to compete in the Paris Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden is expected to urge Israel’s prime minister to accept a Gaza ceasefire deal during their meeting at the White House today. Former President Barack Obama is expected to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris soon. The death toll from landslides in southern Ethiopia continues to rise. One of the first officers who responded to the Uvalde, Texas school massacre has pleaded not guilty to more than two dozen criminal counts. And, the governor of California is calling on state officials to start taking down homeless encampments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden is meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today, but their relationship has been tense recently. Vice President Kamala Harris is set to get another high-profile endorsement soon, while she's less than two weeks away from naming her running mate. The US economy looks like its about to stick its soft landing. Nearly 80 large active wildfires are burning in the US. Plus, we'll tell you which airline is getting rid of open seating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden said he's passing the torch in an Oval Office address explaining why he decided to end his reelection campaign. Vice President Kamala Harris faces a big test today as she meets with Israel's prime minister. An oil tanker has capsized off the coast of the Philippines. The New York Times is reporting that the Murdoch family is locked in a legal battle over who will control the family business. Plus, a tourist got third degree burns from walking in the sand dunes in Death Valley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden has addressed the nation and explained his decision to drop out of the 2024 race. He'll be meeting with Israel's prime minister today after Benjamin Netanyahu gave a defiant speech to Congress, yesterday. The infant mortality rate has risen in the US for the first time in decades. The US has intercepted Russian and Chinese bombers flying together near Alaska. Plus, we're only one day into the Paris Olympics but there has already been some drama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel’s prime minister slammed Iran and lashed out at protesters demonstrating against his speech to Congress outside the US Capitol. President Joe Biden will talk about his decision to drop his reelection bid for the first time publicly tonight. The software glitch that caused a global tech meltdown came at a hefty cost. Typhoon Gaemi makes landfall in Taiwan as China braces for impact. Plus, the CDC is warning health care providers about a shortage of certain blood culture vials in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Protesters are demonstrating against the Israeli prime minister’s speech in Washington, DC. The FBI director revealed new details about the shooter who failed to assassinate former President Donald Trump. The family of a Black woman fatally shot by a deputy in her Illinois home is calling for an investigation into his hiring. The man accused of stabbing author Salman Rushdie has been charged with federal terrorism-related charges. And, we'll tell you which US city will be an Olympics host again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New CNN polling shows there's no clear front runner between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. The Trump campaign has pivoted its strategy to take on a new opponent with President Joe Biden out of the race. There have been protests and promises of boycotts ahead of the Israeli prime minister's address before Congress. Delta says it's emerging from the chaos caused by last week's IT outage. Plus, the Olympic games have officially begun in Paris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're getting a taste of how the campaigns of former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris will attack each other. Also, Harris is facing criticism for missing Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress later today, but she won't be the only one. The FAA is reviewing Southwest airlines after several recent safety incidents. Tesla stocks fell in premarket trading after the company posted a big drop in profits. Plus, a reality TV contestant got in trouble for killing and eating a rare bird. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris is already facing hurdles as she hit the campaign trail for her first rally since announcing she was running for President. Israel’s Prime Minister is set to address Congress today, with optimism growing for a ceasefire and hostage deal. We'll tell you about some new details of the security failures that led to the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Delta can’t find the pilots and flight attendants it needs to fly its planes in the wake of last week's global IT outage. Plus, some Olympics events are starting today ahead of Friday's opening ceremony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris kicked off her presidential campaign today with a rally in the battleground state of Wisconsin. A Homeland Security hearing revealed new details about the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Sen. Bob Menendez says he’s resigning. Palestinian factions including Hamas and Fatah signed a unity agreement in Beijing. Plus, the planet broke an all-time heat record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President and presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris got two crucial endorsements today, but faces a tough road ahead. The United Nations has condemned a “confusing” evacuation order by the Israeli military after a fresh assault in southern Gaza. A caravan of about 15,000 migrants are headed toward the US-Mexico border. We’ll explain the implications of last week’s CrowdStrike IT outage. Plus, there’s a water shortage on some of Greece’s idyllic islands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden will deliver a speech about his decision to drop out of the 2024 race, as Vice President Kamala Harris inches closer to clinching the Democratic nomination. Sources tell CNN the Secret Service director is resigning in the wake of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. The Delta Air lines meltdown could last all week. The Israeli prime minister is meeting with US officials in Washington ahead of his address to Congress tomorrow. Plus, there's finally some reasons to be hopeful about the US housing market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Support for Vice President Kamala Harris is growing, and one of her endorsements could help her with younger voters. Nearly 40% of Americans worry they won't be able to pay their bills each month. There are warnings that scammers are taking advantage of last week's IT outage. Israel's prime minister is in the US and there are hopes officials could push him towards a ceasefire deal. Plus, we'll tell you which tennis star is retiring after the Paris Olympic Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris now has enough support from delegates to secure the Democratic nomination. Former President Donald Trump wants a New York appeals court to throw out his $454 million civil fraud judgement. Most young women and girls surveyed around the world say they face regular harm online. Bodycam footage has been released showing an Illinois officer shooting a Black woman who had called 911. Plus, Delta is still struggling to get passengers back in the air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris is marching to the Democratic nomination as she rallies more support from within the party. The head of the Secret Service faced off with lawmakers at a congressional hearing over the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. Some Delta passengers are experiencing a travel nightmare at the world’s busiest airport. Israeli strikes near a southern Gaza city killed dozens in the military’s latest assault. Plus, the White House laid out some strategies to help parents talk to their children about staying safe on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination, as the party's congressional leaders are expected to do the same. Some House lawmakers are calling on the US Secret Service director to resign in the wake of a failed assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. Israel’s prime minister makes a highly-anticipated visit to Washington. Extreme heat is fueling wildfires across the western part of the US, forcing hundreds to evacuate. And, a female US Navy pilot makes a historic achievement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke publicly for the first time since President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race and endorsed her. We'll tell you what the last 48 hours has been like for the president. Former President Donald Trump's campaign has already started attacking Harris. The head of the Secret Service is being asked tough questions on Capitol Hill about the assassination attempt against Trump. Plus, we'll tell you who has been chosen to be Team USA's male flag bearer at the Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to speak at the White House later today in her first public appearance since President Joe Biden endorsed her to replace him in the 2024 race. A Democratic committee will meet to decide how the party will pick their new nominee. The Secret Service director will be grilled by House lawmakers today over security lapses at the rally where a gunman shot former President Donald Trump. More flights have been cancelled this morning as airlines try to recover from last week's outage. Plus, heat and wildfires are hitting the West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a disastrous debate performance prompted a flurry of calls from Democrats to step aside, President Joe Biden has announced his exit from the 2024 presidential race. He endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to run in his place. In this episode, we’ll hear how Biden came to this stunning decision, and what's next for the Democratic Party, with just a few weeks left to coalesce around a new nominee before the convention. Guest: Edward-Isaac Dovere, CNN Senior Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to replace him as the Democratic nominee. Her campaign is expected to focus on her history as a prosecutor as she tries to become the first Black woman and Asian American to lead a major party's ticket. But she could have some competition - we'll look at what happens next and how Democrats will pick their new nominee. The Director of the Secret Service will have to answer questions in the House today over the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. And, Israel has hit targets inside Yemen for the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israeli Prime Minister is scheduled to address a joint meeting of Congress this week after accepting a bipartisan invitation from Congressional leaders. His visit comes as the Palestinian death toll in Gaza climbs past 38,000 and ceasefire and hostage release talks continue to flounder. In this episode, we look at Netanyahu’s messaging and how President Joe Biden will handle the visit as he continues to hear calls from to step aside as the Democratic nominee. Guest: Jeremy Diamond, CNN Jerusalem Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Payton McGriff is one of CNN’s Heroes for her work providing girls in Togo with the uniforms and supplies they need to transform their lives with education. Boston commutes got a little more whimsical after two friends lobbied for some googly eyes on the city’s trains. Breakdancing is making its Olympic debut this summer – meet the athlete that’s representing Team USA. Two stay-at-home moms in Virginia turned their love for flowers into a project that spreads joy and prevents waste. Plus, the planet Venus recently got to jam out to one of hip-hop’s greats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Disruptions continue worldwide from what one expert says could be the “largest IT outage in history.” More Congressional Democrats joined the chorus of lawmakers asking President Joe Biden to step aside. It’s been nearly a week since the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, but we still don’t know much about his injury. Polio has been detected in sewage samples in Gaza. Plus, Disneyland employees could strike soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CrowdStrike says today’s global tech outage was not caused by a cyberattack. Morale is low among Democrats as Biden insists he’ll stay in the race. The United Nations’ top court says that Israel’s occupation of the West Bank and East Jerusalem violates international law. We’re in the midst of another summer Covid-19 wave. Plus, Olympic athletes have started arriving in Paris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tech disruptions worldwide have hit airlines, banks, businesses, deliveries and even emergency services. A new ad is out calling for President Joe Biden to drop out of the 2024 race. How does the Trump campaign feel the RNC went? The Wall Street Journal has slammed the conviction of its reporter Evan Gershkovich. Plus, people will soon be able to visit the giant pandas at San Diego Zoo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A major IT outage is impacting businesses, emergency services and travel around the world. Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has been found guilty of espionage charges in Russia. Former President Donald Trump has formally accepted the Republican nomination for President. Meanwhile, leading Democrats have told CNN about their fears that President Joe Biden cannot stay in 2024 race. Plus, a warning for anyone thinking of getting a tattoo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A global IT outage has grounded flights in the US and around the world as business and industries scramble to respond. Former President Donald Trump has made his first public address since the assassination attempt. President Joe Biden is facing even more pressure to drop out of the 2024 race. A strike in Tel Aviv has killed at least one person. Plus, Netflix is scrapping its cheapest ad-free subscription plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump will give his first speech at the Republican National Convention since surviving an assassination attempt last weekend. Vice President Kamala Harris weighed in on JD Vance's speech at the RNC during a rally today. Germany plans to cut its military aid to Ukraine in half next year. A jury has returned a mixed verdict in the trial of a man accused of killing a Detroit synagogue president. Plus, legendary comedian Bob Newhart has died after a series of short illnesses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Calls for President Joe Biden to step aside are growing louder as he isolates in his Delaware home for Covid-19. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Rafah in southern Gaza today, the focus of the country’s military assault to destroy Hamas. An American rock band manager has been sentenced in Russia for drug charges. The president of the European Commission has won a second term. And, we’ll tell you about a new round of student debt relief for some borrowers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has told President Biden he can't beat Donald Trump in the 2024 race. Former President Donald Trump will speak at the Republican National Convention on Thursday. US officials say the shooter who tried to assassinate Trump visited the site of the rally beforehand. Bud Light is losing popularity in the US. And an escaped prisoner is found in Georgia after almost 30 years on the run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As President Joe Biden self-isolates with Covid-19, CNN has learned that former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has warned that he could lose in November. JD Vance has formally accepted the Republican nomination for Vice President, and his running mate is set to speak at the RNC today. Evan Gershkovich's trial continued in Russia today. Prosecutors have starting dropping some charges or reworking plea deals for some January 6th rioters. Plus, Angel City FC is about to become the most valuable women's sports team in the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19, as more high profile Democrats call for him to step out of the 2024 race. Day three of the RNC saw speeches from former President Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance as well as Peter Navarro, fresh from serving a prison sentence. We're learning more about Thomas Matthew Crooks' final hours and days before he tried to assassinate Trump. A new report says women in the US are facing a growing number of threats to their health and well-being. Plus, nominees have been announced for the 76th Emmy awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio Sen. JD Vance will formally accept his nomination for vice president at the Republican National Convention tonight. We have new developments on congressional briefings about the failed assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. Rep. Adam Schiff became the most prominent elected Democrat to call on President Joe Biden to drop out of the race. Special counsel Jack Smith has formally appealed the decision to throw out Trump’s classified documents case. Plus, the US military is ending its temporary pier mission off the Gaza coast after challenges on rough seas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices