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The Biden administration is set to waive more than two dozen federals laws to build more border barriers at the US-Mexico border - we’ll bring you the details. Lawmakers share their frustration as most work in the House of Representatives has come to a halt. General Motors says the United Auto Workers union strike has cost it $200 million so far, while it and Ford have added to the layoffs. President Joe Biden is looking for alternative solutions to fund aid to Ukraine, in case Congress doesn’t come through. And, why you could get some discounts this holiday season. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s day 2 of the largest healthcare strike in US history - we’ll tell you what workers are demanding. As the race heats up for a new Speaker of the House, the contenders face the same issue as before. Last month was the hottest September on record, with scientists saying we’re seeing the effects of climate change in real time. And that’s at least partly what’s being blamed for flooding in India, where 100 people are still missing. Plus, there’s a new shot to protect newborns from RSV, but parents may not be able to get access to it To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A former Ukrainian official weighs in on the congressional turmoil in Washington that could impact funding in its war against Russia. Two Republican sources say former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy may be behind a move to kick two congressional members out of their office spaces. We have new developments on a shooting that sent five people at a historically Black college to the hospital. The trial of one-time crypto billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried is underway. Lastly, Simone Biles is on a roll following her two-year hiatus from gymnastics. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two congressmen have announced their run for House speaker as other potential contenders emerge. Former President Donald Trump verbally attacked the judge in his civil fraud trial again even after a gag order. President Joe Biden touted another round of student debt relief in a White House speech. The public is paying respects to the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein as she lies in state. And, Trump is no longer considered rich enough for Forbes’ 400 list. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The largest health care worker strike in US history started today — we have the latest. Some House members are putting their names forward to be the next House Speaker. The US will transfer thousands of seized Iranian weapons to Ukraine. Pope Francis is criticizing climate change skeptics, while Canadian wildfire smoke is back in the US. And, one classical radio station isn’t happy about the Metropolitan Opera’s new season. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As some names are being floated to be the new House Speaker, the political turmoil could hit the US economy. $9 billion in student loans were forgiven this morning - we'll bring you the details. SCOTUS is set to hear a case testing the strength of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Indian police have raided the homes of some prominent journalists critical of the government. And, we'll tell you why an early celebration at the finish line cost two South Korean athletes more than just their gold medal. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House now needs a new Speaker after Kevin McCarthy was ousted last night in a vote supported by some Republicans. The largest healthcare worker strike in US history is set to begin this morning. A suspect is still at large after a shooting at Baltimore’s Morgan State University. Western allies are running out of ammunition to give Ukraine. And, the US has announced sanctions in its crackdown on fentanyl trafficking To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin with remarks from Kevin McCarthy who says he won’t run for Speaker of the House again after being ousted in a historic vote. A judge issued a gag order in former President Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial. We’ll tell you about a deadly bus crash in Italy that has been described as an “apocalyptic scene.” Several drugmakers have agreed to Medicare price negotiations on some of their medications. Lastly, we’ll tell you which popular fast food drive-thrus are getting faster. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has been ousted from his leadership role in a historic vote. General Motors and Ford say they're laying off more workers at plants in the US. New economic data has investors worried that interest rate hikes will linger. We have new developments on the suspect accused of kidnapping a 9-year-old girl during a New York camping trip. And, Pakistan is cracking down on undocumented immigrants in the country. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hunter Biden has pleaded not guilty to three firearms charges in Delaware. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump was also in court this morning for the second day of his civil fraud trial in New York. Parents are struggling to find the updated Covid-19 vaccine for their young kids. The US is putting pressure on Ukraine to do more to combat government corruption. And, Pope France suggested that people in same-sex unions could be blessed by Catholic priests on a case-by-case basis. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We'll explain the possible next steps as a motion to remove Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker is set to be voted on. New York’s governor says thousands jobs will soon be available for some migrants. The Kansas police chief who ordered a raid on a local newspaper has resigned. Pakistani police have taken down an organ harvesting ring selling kidneys to the wealthy. Plus, a federal court rules against a firm awarding grants to exclusively to Black women. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GOP Congressman Matt Gaetz has moved to force a vote to remove his fellow Republican Kevin McCarthy from the Speaker's chair. As the first day of former President Donald Trump's civil fraud trial took place, his longest-serving chief of staff exclusively confirmed to CNN several several damning stories about things Trump said behind closed doors. A House Democrat from Texas was carjacked in Washington DC last night. Late-night network talk shows returned to the air last night, as the actors' union and studios met to resolve their deadlock. And, we'll tell you why the next Australian Open will be a little bit longer To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin with key takeaways from the start of a civil fraud trial against former President Donald Trump, his adult sons, their businesses and several Trump Organization executives. Plus, GOP Congressman Matt Gaetz has introduced a motion to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. A key witness in the Georgia election interference case is asking for immunity in exchange to testify in the first trial later this month. The UN Security Council has approved sending foreign forces to Haiti to address the country’s gang violence. Lastly, police say a 9-year-old girl who disappeared during a camping trip in upstate New York has been found safe. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The start of a civil fraud trial against former President Donald Trump, his adult sons, their businesses and several executives has wrapped up for the day. An appeal to disqualify Trump from running for office is one of two cases the US Supreme court declined to take up on the first day of its new term. Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz is accusing House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of making a side deal on Ukraine aid. Authorities have ramped up a desperate search for a missing 9-year-old girl in upstate New York. And, unlawful migrant crossings at the southern border have reached a record high for the year. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump is in New York for the civil fraud trial against him, his sons and his businesses — we have the latest. While some House Republicans want to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his job, others in the party are trying to protect him. At least nine people were killed after a church roof collapsed in Mexico. Nearly two months after the Maui wildfires, some Lahaina residents are returning to see what’s left of their homes. And, Simone Biles has returned to gymnastics with a bang. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the right flank of the House GOP challenges Kevin McCarthy's role as Speaker, both sides will need Democrats for support. The UAW says it's reached a tentative deal with Mack trucks, as strikes continue against the Big Three automakers. Once again, wildfire smoke from Canada is expected to blanket the Northeast today. The Supreme Court’s new session begins today – we'll tell you about some of the major cases set to be heard. And, an American and a Hungarian scientist have jointly won the Nobel Prize in medicine. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congressman Matt Gaetz tells CNN he plans to try and oust fellow Republican Kevin McCarthy from the House Speaker’s chair following a deal to avoid a government shutdown. Meanwhile, the lack of additional funding for Ukraine in the spending bill has left some people in the war-torn country nervous. California’s governor has announced his choice to replace the late Senator Diane Feinstein’s seat. Turkey says it’s carried out airstrikes following an attack in its capital. Plus, a large healthcare worker strike could hit the US later this week. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hunter Biden is due in court this week on federal gun charges after becoming the first child of a sitting president to be charged by the Justice Department. Separately, House Republicans held their first public hearing last week in the impeachment inquiry into his father - President Joe Biden – despite failing to show any evidence that the president himself received foreign money. There can be a lot to keep track of, so: what are the facts, and what is just political posturing? In today’s episode, we examine the long legal saga of Hunter Biden and how it could impact the 2024 presidential race. Guest: Kara Scannell, 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

House Republicans plan to put forward a short-term funding bill in hopes of averting a government shutdown – but they’ll need support from Democrats to do it. Meanwhile, Kevin McCarthy's speakership could be on the line. Residents in southern Illinois are under evacuation orders after a semi-truck carrying ammonia crashes. Rainfall records were smashed in New York City yesterday in what scientists say is yet another sign of a changing climate. And Paris is dealing with a “widespread” bedbug problem ahead of the 2024 Olympics. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Republican meet behind closed doors as a government shutdown looms – we’ll explain how it could impact the economy. The largest health care strike in US history could be on the horizon if a labor deal isn’t reached. A Kremlin apologist is leading in the polls as Ukraine’s neighbor elects a new prime minister. The brother of Tupac Shakur speaks to CNN after an arrest was made in the rapper’s shooting death. And celebrations are planned for former President Jimmy Carter’s 99th birthday. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congress is up against the clock to keep the government funded past Saturday or risk a shutdown – we’ll break down the options House Speaker Kevin McCarthy laid out to Republicans. An IRS contractor accused of stealing former President Donald Trump’s tax returns has been charged. We’ll tell you which one of Trump’s co-defendants became the first to plead guilty in a Georgia election interference case. A teen charged in mass shooting at a Michigan high school has been given the harshest possible punishment in the state. Lastly, Toys ‘R’ US stores are making another comeback. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House failed to advance its version of a stopgap bill, moving the US closer to a government shutdown. Heavy rain and flooding triggered a state of emergency in New Jersey and New York. President Joe Biden paid tribute to late Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who died following health complications. Army Gen. Mark Milley appeared to take a swipe at former President Donald Trump in his retirement address. And, we have details on an indictment made in connection to rapper Tupac Shakur’s death. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Senator Dianne Feinstein, who spent three decades serving in the US Senate, has died at the age of 90. We're less than two days from a government shutdown if Congress doesn't agree on a funding deal. The UAW says more workers will go on strike against Ford and General Motors. The Biden Administration says it's planning more offshore oil and gas drilling projects. Plus, hear what some early primary state voters thought of Wednesday's GOP primary debate. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy claims he still has time to avoid a government shutdown. A new report says 72,000 gun suicides could have been prevented since 1999 if all states followed the country's strictest gun laws. A blast in Pakistan has killed dozens of people. The auto workers' strike could expand again today. Plus, no more red envelopes from Netflix. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lawmakers are no closer to avoiding a government shutdown, leaving federal workers uncertain about their future. Former President Donald Trump won't be asking to move his Georgia election subversion case to federal court. US Surgeons General give a stark warning about the mental health crisis. New York City is in for a wet weekend with flood warnings in place. Plus, team USA tries to win the Ryder Cup on European soil for the first time in 30 years. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump has decided not to move his Georgia election interference case to federal court. Looting around Philadelphia has led to dozens of arrests. Israel’s Supreme Court has started hearing challenges to a new law that makes it harder to remove a prime minister from office. We have new developments on a Chinese email hack that impacted multiple federal agencies. Lastly, we’ll explain the Senate’s formal dress code policy. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin with key takeaways from House Republicans’ first impeachment inquiry hearing into President Joe Biden. We’ll also tell you where the battle to pass a spending bill stands ahead of a deadline to avoid a shutdown. Biden gave a speech in Arizona characterizing former President Donald Trump and “MAGA Republicans" as a direct threat to democracy. A deadly shooting rampage unfolded in the Dutch city of Rotterdam – we have details. And, mortgage rates hit a 23-year high. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first hearing of House Republican's impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden is underway. We'll tell you what House and Senate lawmakers are planning as a government shutdown gets closer. We're learning new details about the suspect arrested in connection to the killing of a tech CEO in Baltimore. The FDA has updated the label on diabetes drug Ozempic after some users experienced blocked intestines. Plus, a MLB player makes history by hitting 40 home runs and stealing 70 bases in a single season. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He might not have been at last night's GOP presidential primary debate, but people are saying former President Donald Trump was the night's winner. The House and Senate are at an impasse as the government appears to be barreling towards a shutdown. We'll tell you what could happen to US Army Private Travis King now that he's back in the US. The self-declared republic of Nagorno-Karabakh will cease to exist from next year. And, Michael Gambon, who played Albus Dumbledore, has died at the age of 82. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We'll bring you the main takeaways from last night's Republican presidential primary debate in California. The first hearing for President Joe Biden's impeachment inquiry starts today. US Army Private Travis King has arrived back in the US after being released by North Korea. Hollywood actors say they'll restart talks with studios next week. Plus, an arrest has been made in the killing of a Baltimore tech CEO. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s round two of the GOP presidential debate with seven candidates making their case for the GOP nomination in the 2024 race for the White House. Then, we’ll hear from Republican front-runner Donald Trump who skipped the debate to give a primetime speech in Michigan. Plus, we have new developments in Trump’s federal election interference case. Target is closing several stores in four states – we’ll tell you why. Lastly, we have an important recall alert for Hyundai and Kia drivers. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lawmakers are at odds over a short-term budget bill days before a government shutdown deadline. Sen. Bob Menendez has been released on a $100,000 bond following his arraignment on corruption-related charges. Baltimore police are searching for a man suspected of murdering a tech CEO. Former President Donald Trump is planning to miss another GOP presidential debate tonight. And, Bruce Springsteen has postponed the rest of his tour dates this year due to an illness. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez has entered his plea in federal court today in the bribery and corruption case against him, his wife, and three other co-defendants. The US Army private who crossed into North Korea has been returned to the US – we have more on his wellbeing. More than a dozen people have been arrested after looting in Philadelphia. We'll take you inside one New York hotel that's now home to some 3,000 migrants. Plus, it's time for the second GOP presidential primary debate, but the frontrunner won't be there. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump is staying busy on the campaign trail - and it seems he’ll be everywhere this week except tonight’s debate stage. North Korea says it has decided to “expel” US Army Private Travis King. New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez is in court this morning on his federal bribery case. Thousands of people have left a breakaway region for Armenia. And, a key Russian commander appears to be live and well despite initial claims by Ukraine. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A judge has found former president Donald Trump and his adult sons liable for fraud. The Senate has unveiled a stopgap bill to avoid a government shutdown - but we’ll see if it passes the House. After almost 150 days, Hollywood writers are back to work after studios made key concessions. Families are mourning after a fire at an Iraqi wedding killed at least 100 people. And, the stage is set for the second GOP primary debate tonight. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump and his adult sons have been found liable for fraud in a New York civil case. Senate leaders unveiled a new bipartisan stopgap bill with a deadline to avoid a government shutdown approaching. An alleged co-conspirator indicted in a bribery scheme with Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez has been released on bail. Hollywood writers are allowed to return to work for now. Lastly, we have the latest on the impact the migrant crisis is having on the southern border. 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 encouraged autoworkers on the UAW picket line in Michigan. A judge has dropped all charges against an officer who shot and killed a man during a traffic stop in Philadelphia last month. The US Supreme Court rejected Alabama’s latest attempt to avoid creating another majority-Black congressional district. The Federal Trade Commission and 17 states hit Amazon with a major antitrust lawsuit – we have details. And, we have new developments on the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Midnight Saturday - that’s the deadline for Congress to avoid a government shutdown, and there’s currently no viable plan. Hunter Biden is suing Rudy Giuliani and another person, alleging they hacked into his devices. President Joe Biden is hitting a picket line later today in Michigan, in a historic first for a modern sitting president. The French government is in the process of moving people experiencing homelessness out of its capital - with some NGOs and elected officials accusing it of doing so ahead of the Olympic Games. And, Former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson’s new book paints a chaotic picture of the closing days of the Trump White House. 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 will become the first sitting President in modern history to visit a picket line, a day before former President Donald Trump speaks to strikers. We'll tell you why Hunter Biden is suing Rudy Giuliani and his former attorney. A gas station explosion has killed at least 20 people in a breakaway region of Azerbaijan. A new survey looks at the impact of long Covid. Plus, the Victoria's Secret fashion show is back - but it's changed a lot. 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 will visit autoworkers on the picket line today. Moody's says a government shutdown could impact America's credit rating. More than 2.6 million people are waiting in an immigration court backlog. Only seven candidates are expected to take part in tomorrow's Republican primary debate. Plus, all schools in California will have to provide gender neutral bathrooms. 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 called out some House Republicans this afternoon – accusing them of pushing the federal government to the brink of a shutdown. Russia and Ukraine traded fire today, with Ukraine claiming it killed a top Russian naval commander last week. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says roughly 10 percent of New York’s military personnel are now helping with the state’s migrant crisis. The Biden administration announced $1.4 billion in rail investments, after a string of high-profile accidents. Lastly, the US is recognizing two small Pacific island nations - we’ll tell you why it’s a big deal. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is ramping up the pressure on hard-liners, as a government shutdown becomes more and more likely. Maui saw the first Lahaina residents return today, with authorities warning against dangerous debris from the wildfires last month. New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez remained defiant today, even as he faces charges of bribery. The US Army Corps of Engineers could soon have to bring in millions of gallons of daily freshwater to the New Orleans area. And, comedian Russell Brand is facing another investigation. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As lawmakers struggle to reach a government funding deal, President Joe Biden plans to pin a potential government shutdown on House Republicans. Americans can order free Covid-19 tests again. Thousands of people fled to Armenia from a disputed neighboring region -- we'll explain why. Ukraine claims an attack killed a key Russian commander. And, we’ll tell you who’s performing at the NFL Super Bowl halftime show in February. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hollywood writers' strike could be over soon, as the two sides have reached a tentative deal. The clock is ticking for Congress to pass a funding bill to avoid a government shutdown. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will visit Michigan back-to-back this week. We have more details on what led to Canada accusing India’s government of a Sikh activist’s assassination. And, the FDNY marks a somber 9/11 milestone. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hollywood writers and studios have reached a tentative deal that could end the strike. Canadian autoworkers’ union members have ratified their agreement with Ford – we’ll tell you how that could impact the US auto union workers on strike now. The US and Mexico are working together to address the latest rise of migrant crossings at the border. Lawmakers have until Saturday to pass a funding bill and avoid a government shutdown. Plus, NASA collected an asteroid sample that gives scientists the opportunity to learn more about the origins of the solar system. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After the apparent death of Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin last month, there were questions about the future of the mercenary group and what Russian president Vladimir Putin would do to take back control. In today’s episode, CNN travels to the Central African Republic to see what that future looks like on the ground. We examine why Wagner remains popular there despite Prigozhin's death and look at why Russia continues to expand its reach into Africa. Plus, we get an update on the war in Ukraine as President Volodymyr Zelensky pleads with Western countries for more aid. Guest: Clarissa Ward, CNN Chief International Correspondent To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is projecting optimism despite a possible government shutdown now just one week away. A Texas high schooler is suing Gov. Greg Abbott after being suspended for his hairstyle. Talks continue in Hollywood as the financial toll of the writers' strike grows. Pain and silence loom large in an Oregon community nearly eight years after it was rocked by a school shooting. And NASA prepares for asteroid samples to land on Earth. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tropical Storm Ophelia makes landfall in North Carolina, leaving thousands in the dark. Migrant encounters at the US-Mexico border are up and Homeland Security secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is going to see it for himself. The UAW strike could hit your local car dealership. A daring missile strike on a Russian target in Crimea could make a dent on the Kremlin's Black Sea fleet. And a California man who raised money to attend a poker tournament admits he lied about having cancer. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democratic and GOP Senate leaders are trying to pass their own government spending bill - as the House so far fails to avoid a shutdown. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told CNN today he’d be willing to normalize relations with Saudi Arabia. President Joe Biden said he’ll walk the picket line with members of the United Auto Workers Union next week. Tropical Storm Ophelia is getting stronger, as parts of the South and Mid-Atlantic brace for a wet and windy weekend. Lastly, the fallout from the corruption indictment against New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez continues. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife have been accused of accepting hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes - the second allegation of corruption against him in just a decade. The second GOP presidential debate is set for next week, as some candidates are starting to weigh their options. New reporting shows Justice Clarence Thomas attended conservative donor events, once again casting doubt on his ethics. United Auto Workers announced it would ramp up its strike against two of the Big Three automakers, as the third meets it at the negotiating table. And, the Federal Reserve is making rare cutbacks, even as it tries to reassure Americans about the health of the economy. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices