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It was a deadly halloween weekend in the US with multiple mass shootings. A CNN source says 54 aid trucks are waiting to deliver help to Gaza as there's growing fear the conflict could spread. A judge has put former President Donald Trump back under a gag order. 45 people have been killed in a fire at a mine in Kazakstan. Plus, an American ice hockey player has died after a "freak accident" during a game. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The UN says people in Gaza are so desperate for aid they've started looting supplies. Former President Donald Trump has another dramatic legal week ahead of him. Police were reportedly warned about the gunman who killed 18 people in Maine weeks before he carried out the attack. The UAW has reached a deal with one car maker, but escalated strikes against another. And, we'll hear the late Matthew Perry describe what he wanted his legacy to be. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Four former allies of former President Donald Trump have pleaded guilty in the Georgia election subversion case in recent days, with all agreeing to testify on behalf of the prosecution at future trials. Meanwhile, a New York judge overseeing Trump’s civil fraud trial fined the former president $10,000 on Wednesday for violating a gag order. In today’s episode, we look at how the growing legal pressure could impact the former president as he balances the courtroom with the campaign trail. Guest: Paula Reid, CNN Chief Legal Affairs Correspondent To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel’s prime minister says the second stage of the war against Hamas has begun. We have new details about the deceased gunman accused of killing 18 people in Lewiston, Maine. Former Vice President Mike Pence suspends his 2024 presidential campaign – we’ll tell you the driving force behind his decision. The UAW’s union negotiators have reached a tentative deal with Stellantis in the strike against the Big Three. Lastly, Best Buy is recalling nearly a million pressure cookers. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Authorities have found the body of the gunman suspected in a Maine shooting rampage, but we’ll tell you why the investigation continues. Israel has been hitting Gaza with more airstrikes after announcing that it’s expanding its ground operation following Hamas’ terror attacks. An Iranian teen has died after being allegedly assaulted by the country’s morality police. The FDA issued a new warning about the risks of probiotics for infants born prematurely. And, an Italian mother won a court battle to evict her two adult sons – we have details. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Officials say the man accused of killing 18 people in a shooting rampage in Maine has been found dead. Israel’s military said its expanding ground operations in the Gaza Strip — we’ll explain what we know. We have new developments on the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Otis in Mexico. Today Sam Bankman-Fried took the stand in his own criminal fraud trial — we’ll explain the highlights. And, it’s been a rollercoaster week for Wall Street investors. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Israeli military says it’s expanding its ground operations in Gaza tonight in the war with Hamas fighters. We’ll tell you where the search for a man accused of carrying out a deadly shooting rampage in Maine now stands. A judge overseeing former President Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial has ordered his daughter, Ivanka Trump, to testify. Embattled GOP Rep. George Santos has pleaded not guilty to 10 new charges in federal court. And, we’ll tell you which state became the first in the US to start selling medical marijuana in pharmacies. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're learning more about some of the 18 people killed in mass shootings in Maine, as the father of one of the victims speaks to CNN. Sources say some progress has been made in negotiations to free the hostages being held by Hamas. The Fed's favourite inflation indicator cooled down last month. Disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is finally testifying in front of a jury. Plus, another Democrat says they're running for President. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Police are still desperately searching for the suspect accused of killing 18 people in mass shootings in Maine. The attack once again has people calling for tighter gun controls in the US. The Hamas-controlled health ministry in Gaza is defending its death toll numbers. A Chinese fighter jet has reportedly flown within ten feet of a US Air Force plane. And, a judge is deciding whether Ivanka Trump should have to take the stand in her father's civil business fraud case. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A community in Maine is mourning the 18 people killed in mass shootings at a restaurant and bowling alley, while the suspect is still on the run. The EU has fallen short of calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. The US has carried out airstrikes on facilities run by Iran-backed militias. Congressman George Santos is due in court today. And, Bloomberg says Taylor Swift is now a billionaire. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Law enforcement have zeroed in on the home of a suspect accused of killing at least 18 people in a Maine shooting rampage. Israel’s military says it’ll continue ground raids into Gaza in the coming days to prepare for the next stages of war with Hamas militants. A former Chinese premier has died from a heart attack, according to state media. A federal judge has ordered Georgia lawmakers to redraw its congressional and state legislative maps. Lastly, the founder of the now-bankrupt crypto exchange FTX took the stand in his own fraud trial today. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with new details in the search for a suspect accused of killing at least 18 people in a Maine shooting rampage. The war between Israel and Hamas is sparking concerns about potential threats from violent extremists and lone offenders in the US. A man accused of fatally shooting a Maryland judge has been found dead. Hurricane Otis has killed at least 27 people in Mexico. And, we’ll tell you how high mortgage rates have climbed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

At least 18 people have been killed in two mass shootings in Maine last night, as police continue to look for the suspected gunman. Israel’s military gears up for a ground offensive in Gaza – CNN’s Sam Kiley explains the risks of such an invasion. The US economy grew faster than expected last quarter. Disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is expected to take the stand in his own defense. And, a Democratic congressman pleads guilty to falsely triggering a fire alarm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in parts of Maine have been told to shelter in place and schools have been shut as police search for a person of interest in mass shootings at two locations. Israel's military says it has carried out a targeted raid in Gaza using tanks. We'll tell you a bit more about the new House Speaker Mike Johnson. Mexican officials are still trying to figure out the extent of the damage caused by Hurricane Otis. Plus, Meta says its profits double this quarter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Multiple casualties are being reported in Maine and a manhunt is underway after two mass shootings in Lewiston. Israel's prime minister says a ground invasion in Gaza is coming, but hasn't said when. The House is finally back in business and it's got a lot of work to do. Former President Donald Trump has once again been accused of targeting potential witnesses. Plus, we'll tell you more about the UAW's tentative deal with Ford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Law enforcement sources say at least 16 people are dead in connection to shooting incidents in Maine. Then, we have the latest on the Israeli military’s next stage of the war with Hamas militants. Plus, the US and Russia failed to pass resolutions addressing the fighting and humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Meanwhile, the House passed a measure supporting Israel. Lastly, the UAW and Ford have reached a tentative deal in the union's strike against the Big Three. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House has elected GOP Congressman Mike Johnson as the new speaker three weeks after ousting former leader Kevin McCarthy. We’re hearing from a spokesperson for the largest UN agency in Gaza that’s in desperate need of fuel. A judge has reinstated all charges, including murder, against a former Philadelphia officer who fatally shot a man during a traffic stop. We have new developments on the former NFL player held in connection with his mother’s murder. And, former President Donald Trump has been fined again for violating his gag order in his civil fraud trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House is voting today on whether it wants Mike Johnson as the next speaker. We're learning more about how Hamas planned the October 7 attack. Former President Donald Trump responds to reporting that his former chief of staff is cooperating with federal prosecutors in the 2020 election subversion case. Florida's crackdown on drag shows could end up in the hands of the Supreme Court. And, the pilot accused of trying to shut down a plane mid flight says he thought he was dreaming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Republicans could finally be ready to get behind a speaker nominee. There are hopes of a breakthrough in hostage negotiations between Israel and Hamas. Several people seem to be turning against former President Donald Trump. The CDC has a warning about healthcare workers' mental health. Plus, the match is set for the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was another deadly night in Gaza, as an important voice in the Middle East says Western leaders have double standards when it comes to civilian deaths. House Republicans have now chosen a fourth nominee for speaker. Former Trump White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows has reportedly made a deal with prosecutors. Hurricane Otis hit southern Mexico as a category 5 storm, but has started to weaken. And, there are reports 'Shaft' actor Richard Roundtree has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared to tell soldiers a ground offensive "is coming.” This comes as the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to deteriorate, with people in dire need of fuel. House Republicans continue to try to find a speaker. ABC News reports that Mark Meadows received immunity to testify to a special counsel in the federal election subversion probe. And, we have more details on the man accused of trying to turn off a plane’s engines mid-flight over the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with the latest on Israel’s war on Hamas and where the humanitarian situation in Gaza stands. Republican Rep. Tom Emmer dropped out of the House speaker race, making the path forward unclear. Donald Trump’s former attorney Michael Cohen made accusation against him in a New York civil fraud trial. Georgia's Supreme Court has upheld the state’s six-week abortion ban. And, dozens of states are suing Instagram-parent company Meta — we’ll explain why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As aid is starting to slowly be allowed into Gaza, talks are ongoing to release a larger group of hostages. House Republicans have chosen a speaker nominee. Former President Donald Trump is back in a New York courtroom, while another co-defendant in Georgia struck a plea deal with prosecutors. The UAW has announced a surprise strike against General Motors hours after the company reported its earnings. Plus, the pilot accused of trying to shut down a plane mid-flight is due in court this afternoon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An 85 year old woman who was held hostage by Hamas has described what it was like. House Republicans are once again voting for a speaker nominee. Former President Donald Trump will come face to face with his former lawyer Michael Cohen in court today. An early winter storm is causing trouble in the Northwest. Plus, women in Iceland are striking today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel's defense minister says troops are preparing to attack Hamas by "air, ground and sea". Meanwhile, aid agencies are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. House Republicans will vote in a secret ballot to select their next candidate for speaker. The CDC says there may not be enough supplies of some RSV vaccines. Plus, a Washington state senator has been arrested and released on bail in Hong Kong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden called on Hamas to release all of the hostages in Gaza before any discussion of a ceasefire between Israel and Gaza. As the war continues, the US has intelligence that Iran-backed militias are ready to ramp up their attacks against US forces in the Middle East. Eight House republicans are trying to convince their colleagues to vote for them for Speaker. New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez pleaded not guilty in federal court today. And, seven people died in Louisiana after a ‘super fog’ caused major car accidents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hamas has released two Israeli hostages following Qatari and Egyptian mediation — we have the latest. As the Israel-Hamas war rages on, the fear of a wider regional conflict looms. Nine Republicans are in the running to be the next House Speaker, but do any of them have the votes? Thousands of union auto workers went to the picket line today in a surprise, targeted strike against Stellantis. And, a man was charged with more than 80 felonies after trying to take control of an airplane over the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israeli forces have ramped up raids and airstrikes in Gaza ahead of a possible ground invasion. Humanitarian supplies is now being sent into the area, but aid agencies say much more is needed. As House Republicans start again in their search for a speaker, state lawmakers look to next year's elections. Flu, RSV and Covid are predicted to fill up hospital beds again. Plus, why the housing market is going from tough to terrible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More aid has crossed into Gaza, but aid groups say it's nowhere near enough. The conflict in the Middle East is leading to rising tensions around the world. A Russian attack on a mail depot has killed six people in Ukraine. A teenage girl in Iran is brain dead after reports of an altercation with police. Plus, some college admissions programs may be skewed against people from low income families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are growing concerns that Israel's war with Hamas is going to escalate, as the US tries to delay troops from entering Gaza. It's back to the beginning in the race for House Speaker. There are reports Donald Trump spoke to an Australian billionaire about his private calls with foreign leaders back when he was President. Argentina's presidential elections are heading to a run off. Plus, authorities in Nashville are searching for the Police Chief's son, after two officers were shot. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new state law in Florida is making it easier for conservative groups to get certain books removed from school libraries. It has turned school board meetings into spectacles, with parents and outside voices reading out explicit passages from books without context to argue that they should not be available to minors. In today’s episode, we explore the tactics and hear from students about how they feel about the effort by adults to control which books they have access to. Guest: Elle Reeve, CNN Correspondent To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two hostages are released by Hamas, as the Israel Defense Forces says it believes more than 200 people are being held hostage in Gaza. Meanwhile the possibility of an Israeli ground incursion into Gaza looms. Gaza’s children are bearing the brunt of the conflict as the war intensifies and calls for a ceasefire continue. Ukraine’s counteroffensive against Russia chugs along after a secret weapons delivery from the U.S. A Las Vegas police officer has been sentenced over a string of casino robberies. And Tyson Foods bets on insect protein as it gears into a more sustainable future. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aid makes its way into Gaza as the humanitarian crisis intensifies, but more help is needed. Protests erupt around the world in support of the Palestinian people, as bombing from Israel continues in Gaza. House Republicans drop Jim Jordan as a candidate for the House speakership. Alex Jones can’t use bankruptcy as an excuse to get out of paying the families of Sandy Hook victims. And a meteor shower will cover the skies this weekend, we tell you how to get the best view To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Conditions on the ground in Gaza continue to deteriorate as Israel repeatedly bombards the strip with airstrikes in retaliation for the brutal Hamas terror attack. As the situation worsens, aid agencies are warning that hospitals are almost out of fuel. In this episode, we hear from four people on the ground who are fighting to survive the war: an aid worker running low on food and water, a 13-year-old girl, a woman who is nine months pregnant with her first child, and a translator who is housing over 50 other people in his small home. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Israeli prime minister's office says two American hostages – a mother and a daughter – have been released by Hamas and are in Israel. President Joe Biden said humanitarian aid stuck in Egypt should reach Gaza within 24-48 hours. House Republicans voted to drop Rep. Jim Jordan as the party’s speaker nominee. Former President Donald Trump was fined by a New York judge and had two of his co-defendants in Georgia flip on him. Plus, a hopeful story about how a man with a pig heart transplant is doing. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Israel says it thinks the majority of the hostages being held by Hamas are alive, calls are getting louder for aid to get into Gaza. We'll tell where exactly the $105 billion funding President Joe Biden officially asked for would be going. Congressman Jim Jordan lost another vote to become speaker. It'll be a warmer, wetter winter for parts of the US. And, we'll tell you which state is set to become the first place to let pharmacies sell medical cannabis products. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The number of people killed in Gaza since October 7th has passed 4,000. Another speaker vote is expected this morning. A Maryland judge was shot and killed on his driveway - now other judges are under protection. An American warship has intercepted multiple projectiles near the coast of Yemen. Plus, how the lack of births in China has closed down a factory in Ireland. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden has made an appeal for the American people to support Ukraine and Israel. Aid deliveries to Gaza have been delayed, as the situation there continues to deteriorate. Some House Republicans are getting frustrated with Congressman Jim Jordan's attempts to be elected speaker. A federal judge has overturned California's ban on assault weapons. Plus, the US private who fled to North Korea is facing charges - including desertion. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with President Joe Biden’s rare primetime address from the Oval Office — we have the highlights. Multiple sources tell CNN the Rafah border crossing won’t be open until the weekend now for aid to get to Gaza. Congressman Jim Jordan is planning for a third vote tomorrow for House speaker. Democratic Senator Laphonza Butler from California will not run for a full term in 2024. And, we’ll explain why CVS is taking some popular allergy and cold medicines off the shelves. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The US Statement Department issued a rare warning to all Americans overseas, as Israel signals a ground invasion in Gaza could be coming soon. Egypt says some humanitarian aid for Gaza is expected to come tomorrow morning. House Republicans are trying to hold a third floor vote to elect Rep. Jim Jordan as speaker. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has an uncertain economic outlook. Plus, the US government is receiving dozens of reports of unidentified anomalous phenomena, more commonly known as UFOs. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Egypt says 20 trucks can deliver aid across the border in Gaza. President Joe Biden will make pitch to Americans about supporting Ukraine and Israel. There won't be a third speaker vote today as House chaos continues. Former Trump 2020 campaign lawyer Sidney Powell has pleaded guilty. Plus, why Joran van der Sloot probably won't be prosecuted for murder - even though he confessed to killing Natalie Holloway. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are Palestinian reports of airstrikes near an area where aid is due to cross into Gaza. Chaos in the House continues, so now Democrats are weighing their options. The total reward has risen to $74,000 for information on four escaped inmates in Georgia. Some GOP-led states and fossil fuel groups want to put a stop to the "good neighbor" pollution rule. Plus, why people might want to double check their Ozempic injection pens. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fears are growing that the conflict in the Middle East will spill over Israel's borders. Congressman Jim Jordan is hoping it'll be third time lucky as he attempts another speaker vote. Only three percent of the US population has gotten their updated Covid-19 vaccines. Another American journalist has been detained and charged in Russia. Plus, Netflix has put its prices up again. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden is set to give an address tomorrow about wars in Israel and Ukraine. Meanwhile, the US has imposed new sanctions targeting Hamas’ revenue in the terror group's war with the Israeli military. Former President Donald Trump accused a witness of lying in his civil fraud trial. The House is expected to hold a third round of voting in the race for a new speaker. Lastly, the US conducted its first migrant deportation flight to Venezuela. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden’s trip to Tel Aviv was overshadowed by outrage over a devastating blast at a hospital in Gaza that is being highly contested in the region. In this episode, CNN’s International Diplomatic Editor, Nic Robertson explains how the US’ strong support for Israel could be tested, and what came out of this high stakes visit while the humanitarian situation in Gaza worsens. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with details on the US’s current assessment about a deadly explosion at a hospital in Gaza. It comes as the US vetoed a UN resolution that proposed a humanitarian pause in Gaza to allow critical aid to be delivered to Palestinian civilians. Republican Congressman Jim Jordan lost more votes today on his second attempt at becoming House speaker. The man long suspected of killing Natalee Holloway in Aruba almost two decades ago has confessed to her murder. And, Americans saw an increase in net worth after the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden has left Israel after his short, but high stakes trip. Biden's visit is being overshadowed by a deadly blast at a hospital in Gaza that the US currently assess Israel wasn’t responsible for. The House is taking a second vote to elect a speaker today with Rep. Jim Jordan's bid in trouble. Former President Donald Trump was back in court after being questioned under oath yesterday. Plus, people are paying more for their health insurance. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As President Joe Biden meets with officials in Israel, a doctor describes the devastation from an explosion at a hospital in Gaza. Congressman Jim Jordan is hoping a second floor vote will mean he's elected House Speaker. A vigil has been held for the 6-year-old Palestinian-American boy killed in Chicago this week. China and Russia's leaders are trying to set themselves apart from the US. Plus, a grand jury will decide whether Alec Baldwin should face charges again for the 'Rust' film set death. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israeli forces are denying that they had anything to do with an explosion at a hospital in Gaza. Meanwhile, the blast has led to a big set back for President Joe Biden's trip to the Middle East. Congressman Jim Jordan is attempting another vote to be elected House Speaker this morning. The man accused of extorting Natalee Holloway's mother is expected to plead guilty. Plus, X is testing whether to charge users for their accounts To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan has cancelled a summit between President Joe Biden and Middle East leaders following a strike that is believed to have killed hundreds, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry. Republican Congressman Jim Jordan pushes for a second House vote to become speaker as he faces more resistance than expected. Two co-defendants in the Georgia election subversion case got their bids to dismiss their charges rejected again. Harvard University is losing a prominent donor over its initial response to Hamas’ terror attacks. Lastly, we’ll tell you why General Motors is putting its electric pickup expansion plans on hold. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices