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House GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy is caught lying about his remarks on Trump after January 6, as new audio reveals he privately told GOP lawmakers that the then president admitted bearing some responsibility for the Capitol riot. John Bonifaz is the President of ‘Free Speech for People’. He joins CNN Tonight to discuss Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene’s testimony at her hearing over whether she should be disqualified from running for re-election due to her actions surrounding the insurrection.Plus, Ukrainian forces continue to deter Russian attacks in the East and South, an estimated 100,000 civilians remain trapped in Mariupol and two Russian Oligarchs die mysteriously 24-hours apart in Moscow along with their wives and children.Hosted by Laura Coates and Jim Sciutto. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vladimir Putin falsely claims Mariupol has been ‘liberated’ as Ukraine denies the City has fallen. Kira Rudik is a Ukrainian Member of Parliament. She joins CNN Tonight to discuss the situation at Aztoval Steel Plant in Mariupol, where Russian forces have surrounded and entrapped hundreds of Ukrainian civilians and soldiers who are sheltering there.Plus, Florida’s GOP-led legislature strips Disney of its special status as a self-governing district after the company publicly opposed Governor DeSantis’ so-called ‘Don't Say Gay’ law, and more than 20 states ask a judge to immediately block Biden from ending the Trump-era ‘Title 42’ policy amid fears of a border surge.Hosted by Laura Coates and Jim Sciutto. 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 U.S. unveils new sanctions against Russia, Putin test-launches a new intercontinental ballistic missile, and in a televised address, calls it “Food for thought" to those who might threaten his nation. The DOJ appeals a federal ruling striking down the mask mandate for public transportation after a request from the CDC. CNN Chief Legal Analyst Jeffrey Toobin joins to discuss whether the outcome of the appeal will be crucial in preserving the CDC’s authority.In a new escalation in the Governor DeSantis Vs Disney feud, the Florida Senate approves a move that would revoke Disney's status as a special district starting next year. DeSantis appears to be angry with Disney's CEO, who condemned the new Florida law that critics describe as the 'Don't say gay’ bill. Plus, Johnny Depp returns to the stand in his $50 million defamation lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard, alleging she instigated fights and violence.Hosted by Laura Coates and Jim Sciutto. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Ukrainian Commander in Mariupol calls the situation there critical, saying, “We only have a few days, or even hours left”. That, as sources tell CNN the U.S. is prepping another $800 million weapons package for Ukraine. Andrei Illarionov is the former Chief Economic Adviser to the Kremlin. He joins to discuss Putin’s state of mind, and says a Russian energy embargo could end the war within one month.Florida Algebra teacher Octavio Hernandez joins to talk about his State rejecting new math textbooks, citing “prohibited topics”. Plus, the DOJ says it will appeal this week’s federal court ruling voiding the travel mask mandate if the CDC determines it is still necessary, and Ukrainians fight back against the Russian Donbas offensive.Hosted by Laura Coates and Jim Sciutto. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Slavitt advised the Biden Administration on its Covid response. He joins CNN Tonight to discuss the new federal court ruling which strikes down mask mandates on planes and other public transportation, leading to several major airlines going mask-optional.Plus, as Russian forces begin the long expected battle for Donbas, Ukraine, the U.S. State Department considers labeling Russia a state sponsor of terror. And, Rep. Conor Lamb joins to discuss the growing gun violence epidemic in the U.S., which has seen at least 144 mass shootings this year including 10 over the Easter holiday weekend.Hosted by Laura Coates and Jim Sciutto. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an interview with CNN’s Jake Tapper, President Zelensky warned that "all of the countries of the world" should be prepared for the possibility that Putin could use tactical nuclear weapons in his war on Ukraine. This, as heavy shelling takes place along much of the front line in Donetsk, Luhansk, and Kharkiv, and Ukraine’s National Police report that more than 900 bodies of Ukrainian civilians have been discovered in the Kyiv region since the Russian army withdrew. Meanwhile, investigators from almost a dozen countries have descended on Ukraine this week to comb bombed-out towns searching for evidence of war crimes. Plus, texts obtained by CNN show how Trump allies Senator Mike Lee and Representative Chip Roy soured on efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Hosted by Laura Coates To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On day 50 of the war in Ukraine, Russia says its warship “Moskva” has sunk; Ukraine claims it struck the flagship of Russia’s Black Sea fleet with missiles. The crew was forced to abandon the Moskva, giving the Ukrainian military a morale boost and causing embarrassment to Moscow. A Ukraine special-operations unit destroyed a bridge near Izium, as Russian forces continue to fight to take the strategic port city of Mariupol. This, as an agreement in principle is drafted for a possible meeting between Putin and Zelensky, showing a glimmer of hope for diplomacy. Plus, trains in Ukraine provide a lifeline for refugees, and the CIA weighs in on the threat of Russia using tactical nuclear weapons. Hosted by Jake Tapper, live from Kyiv. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New satellite images released today show hundreds of Russian military vehicles repositioning in Eastern Ukraine. 180,000 people wait to be evacuated from in and around Mariupol, as Biden unveils $800M in new security assistance. This, as The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) finds "clear patterns" of violations of international humanitarian law by Russian forces in Ukraine and details numerous incidents that could constitute war crimes. Plus, police arrest shooting suspect Frank James in Manhattan’s East Village after a 24-hour manhunt; James reported his own whereabouts to a tip line. Investigators found disturbing videos on his social media talking about mass shootings. He’s had 9 prior arrests in New York, and 3 in New Jersey. Hosted by Jake Tapper, live from Lviv. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ten people were shot and at least sixteen suffered injuries in a Brooklyn subway shooting this morning during rush hour. NYPD officials have identified a “person of interest”, but say at this time there is no known motive for the Brooklyn shooting. Biden calls Putin’s invasion of Ukraine a “genocide” for the first time, as Putin says today that peace talks have reached a “dead end”, making it clear he has no intention of pulling back from his military campaign. The Pentagon warns that Russia could use chemical weapons, as Ukraine investigates over 6,000 cases of Russian war crimes. Plus, fighting continues in Mariupol, US military veterans train Ukrainian soldiers, and citizens of small city Bashtanka fight back. Hosted by Jake Tapper, live from Lviv. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that “ten’s of thousands” of Russian troops will launch full-scale combat actions in the east, but says, “we’re ready”. Intense bombardments over the weekend left dozens dead or wounded as civilians continued to flee along treacherous evacuation routes. Newly released satellite images showed an eight-mile-long convoy of Russian armored vehicles and trucks with towed artillery moving east of Kharkiv, the nation’s second-largest city. Weeks of relentless Russian bombardment have left "tens of thousands of dead" in the port city of Mariupol. Hosted by Jake Tapper, live from Lviv To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Russian missile strike on a train station used as an evacuation hub in the Eastern city of Kramatorsk, Ukraine, kills at least 50 people and leaves more than 100 injured. Russia blames Ukraine for the attack, saying it did it to its own people. But the U.S. assesses it was a Russian short-range ballistic missile fired from a Russian position, inside Ukraine.CNN learns Donald Trump Jr. texted White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows ideas for overturning the 2020 Election on the 5th of November, before the race was called, stating, "We have multiple paths. We control them all". Plus, Moscow forces the closure of Amnesty International and Human Right Watch Offices in Russia, CNN goes inside Chernobyl after Russians withdraw, and the U.S. assists Ukraine In receiving the ‘S-300 Air Defense System’ from Slovakia.Hosted by Jake Tapper, live from Lviv. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The world takes further action to isolate Russia following its invasion of Ukraine, with the U.N. voting to suspend Putin's regime from the Human Rights Council. Ukrainian officials say major fighting is underway on the shifting battlefield as Russian forces target Donbas, and a top U.S. General warns the Ukraine war will be a "long slog".CNN learns America is actively providing Intelligence to Ukraine's military for operations against Russians, in Eastern Ukraine. Plus, a Putin spokesman admits to “significant” troop losses in Ukraine, and Russia is accused of taking Ukrainians to “filtration centers”.Hosted by Jake Tapper, live from Lviv, Ukraine. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As allegations emerge of a cover-up by Russian troops, President Biden says "major war crimes" are happening in Ukraine, with the Mayor of Mariupol saying his devastated city is “the new Auschwitz”. That, as the Western Lviv region is targeted by Russian strikes and local officials say heavy fighting is underway in Eastern Ukraine.Oleksandra Matviichuk is a human rights lawyer and the ‘Center for Civil Liberties’ Head in Ukraine. She talks with Jake about the evidence she is collecting of alleged war crimes there. Plus, 63 House Republicans vote against reaffirming U.S. support for NATO, Putin’s daughters and Russian banks are targeted in new round of U.S. sanctions after the Bucha atrocities, and drones, phones and satellites expose Russia targeting Ukrainian civilians.Hosted by Jake Tapper live from Lviv. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addresses the U.N. Security Council in the wake of the Bucha massacre, calling for Russian military members to be tried for war crimes and telling the Council to "dissolve yourself" if you won't punish Russia. That, as the U.S. announces new Russia sanctions and makes a case to expel it from the Human Rights Council.As Russia continues to lie about the horrors it is inflicting in Ukraine despite video evidence, Ukrainian Member of Parliament Andrii Osadchuk joins to discuss the daily death and destruction being witnessed across his country. Plus, NATO gathers war crimes evidence against Putin, a top U.S. general says the potential for ‘significant’ international conflict is increasing, and Lviv’s soccer club owner vows to change jobs and “become a sniper”.Hosted by Jake Tapper, live from Lviv. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden calls for Putin to be put on trial for war crimes as mass graves are discovered in Bucha, a suburb Northwest of Kyiv, after Russian forces withdraw amid fears Putin could be preparing for a new large-scale offensive in Eastern Ukraine.Rachel Denber is Deputy Director of Human Rights Watch. She joins CNN Tonight to discuss her organisation’s new report which documents “apparent war crimes” by Russian forces in Ukraine. Plus, Jake interviews Ukrainian Member of Parliament Inna Sovsun about Russia’s possible war crimes, its claim that Ukraine faked a video showing bodies in the streets in Bucha, and the reality of the satellite images which prove otherwise.Hosted by Jake Tapper, live from Lviv. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ukraine’s President Zelensky refuses to confirm or deny ordering an airstrike which resulted in a direct hit on a Russian fuel depot containing millions of gallons of fuel. That, as satellite images show Russian forces are gone from an airport outside of Kyiv, now the site of Ukraine’s first big victory. And, the next round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia resume, with Zelensky’s chief of staff telling CNN he has a “very, very small portion of optimism”. Plus, Ukrainian Parliament Member Oleksandra Ustinova speaks out about the death of her best friend's husband, killed by Russian shelling, Will Smith resigns from the Motion Picture Academy after slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars and the U.S. is to provide $300 million more in security assistance to Ukraine. Hosted by Wolf Blitzer. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Russia’s barbaric invasion of Ukraine enters day 36, Putin’s forces ramp up strikes focused on Kyiv, Chernihiv, Izyum and the Donbas region, with President Zelensky saying Ukraine will fight "until the end". That, as the head of British Intelligence alleges Russian troops are low on morale, are refusing orders, and are sabotaging their own equipment. The DOJ announces its criminal probe into January 6 will expand to gather information about the planning of the so-called ‘Stop The Steal’ rally and the effort to subvert the 2020 Electoral College vote. Plus, Jared Kushner appears before the January 6 Committee, the House introduces a bill to hold Vladimir Putin accountable for war crimes, and the Oscars producer says the LAPD was ready to arrest Will Smith for slapping Chris Rock.Hosted by Wolf Blitzer. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pentagon says, "we believe that Putin is being misinformed" about Russian military performance in Ukraine and the impact of sanctions on Russia’s economy. That, as Ukrainian cities continue to be bombarded despite Russia’s claims of de-escalation, with heavy shelling reported around Kyiv over the past 24-hours, and Chernihiv’s Mayor saying his city has come under a “colossal attack”.Plus, Ukraine’s President Zelensky says “negotiations with Russia are "only words", Chris Rock makes his first public remarks on the Will Smith slap, the Biden Administration pledges $500 million in budgetary aid to Ukraine, and how Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is fueling an international hunger crisis.Hosted by Wolf Blitzer To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russia says it will “drastically reduce military activity” on two fronts - Kyiv and Chernihiv, following diplomatic talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul. But skepticism abounds from the White House, with the Pentagon calling the move a minor “repositioning, not a withdrawal”, as heavy shelling continues. Russia says it is now focusing on the “liberation of Donbas”. The White House phone records of January 6 show a seven-hour gap in Trump's calls. With the House panel now investigating whether Trump communicated through backchannels, phones of aides or “burner phones”, will we finally get to the bottom of who the former President spoke with on the day of the insurrection? Hosted by Wolf Blitzer To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden says he is "not walking anything back" after saying Putin "cannot remain in power". The President says he was expressing moral outrage during scripted remarks, and makes no apologies for his unscripted remarks. Will this escalate tensions?Plus, the January 6 Committee votes to recommend two more Trump advisers for criminal contempt, the Mayor of Mariupol calls for a “complete evacuation” of his city, saying it's “in the hands of the occupiers”, Russia targets a major telecom company in Ukraine in a “powerful cyberattack”, and a look inside Poland’s massive Ukrainian refugee relief mission. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ukrainian counter-attacks North and West of the capital of Kyiv appear to jeopardize Russian efforts to encircle the city, but U.S. and NATO officials believe Belarus could “soon” join Russia in its war against Ukraine. That, as the Pentagon confirms Russia has used hypersonic missiles in Ukraine, and a Putin spokesman refuses to rule out using nuclear weapons. Plus, CNN brings you live coverage of President Biden's trailblazing Supreme Court nominee, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, as she faces GOP attacks on race and crime on day two of her historic confirmation hearings. Hosted by Laura Coates To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Historic confirmation hearings begin for Supreme Court nominee, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first black woman ever nominated. CNN Supreme Court Reporter Ariane de Vogue joins to discuss Judge Jackson’s career, judicial philosophy and the questions she answered today in court.President Zelensky says Mariupol is “reduced to ashes, but it will survive”. That, as the U.S. warns attacks on Ukraine are growing more dangerous for civilians as Russian forces are “desperate” for momentum. Plus, President Biden is to hold urgent talks with NATO about the invasion of Ukraine and a Polish family takes in 46 Ukrainian war refugees.Hosted by Laura Coates. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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As Russia attacks Kyiv from multiple directions, NATO's Response Force has been activated, for the first time in history, to defend the Alliance. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says the "Fate of Ukraine is being decided right now". CNN Senior National Security Correspondent Alex Marquardt reports live from Ukraine’s Capital, where heavy fighting continues.In a rare step, the U.S. announces it will sanction Vladimir Putin directly, along with his Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Plus Ukrainian Parliament Member Kira Rudik says she's armed and ready to fight, and what is behind Putin’s ludicrous vow to “de-Nazify” Ukraine? Is he borrowing from Hitler's playbook? Timothy Snyder, Professor of History at Yale University, joins Wolf to discuss.Hosted By Wolf Blitzer To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the first time since WWII, two sovereign nations are in a conventional war in Europe, in what President Biden calls an “unprovoked and unjustified attack”. Ukrainian President Zelensky condemns the Russian invasion, saying “The sound of a new iron curtain is closing between the Russian and civilized world”. CNN’s Clarissa Ward and Matthew Chance report live from Kharkiv and Kyiv. Former U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel joins to discuss Biden’s sanctions on Russia, the U.S. military response to the Russian invasion, and the likelihood of Russian cyber attacks on America. Former Commander of U.S. Central Command, General John Allen (Ret.), joins Wolf to discuss Russia's phased military campaign plan against Ukraine and how far Putin could be willing to go. Hosted by Wolf Blitzer. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ukraine declares a state of emergency amid the threat of full-scale Russian invasion that the U.S. warns is "imminent". Ukraine’s President Zelinsky says he tried to call Putin today, but received “Silence” adding, “If we are attacked, we will defend ourselves”. That, as CNN brings you coverage of the U.N. Security Council’s emergency meeting on Russia.Major General James “Spider” Marks (Ret.) joins to give his perspective on Russia’s military capabilities vs Ukraine’s, and how a conflict could roll out in the days and weeks to come. Bill Taylor is the former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine. He Joins Wolf to discuss what Putin is thinking, what happens next, and gives his view on Trump's words of praise for the Russian President’s actions.Hosted by Wolf Blitzer. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden announces new sanctions on Russia and calls Putin’s deployment of troops into Donetsk and Luhansk, and the construction of a field hospital on the border, the “Beginning of a Russian invasion” into Ukraine, while former president Trump praises Russia’s Ukraine aggression as “Genius”. Former Director of National Intelligence, James Clapper, joins to discuss Putin’s next moves.An FDA official says a fourth dose of the Covid-19 vaccine might be needed by the fall. CNN Medical Analyst Dr. Sanjay Gupta joins to discuss how likely a second booster shot will be, and if so, when. Plus, former Trump administration official Olivia Troye speaks out about her experience of a possible “Havana Syndrome” case.Hosted by Wolf Blitzer. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The former police officer who fatally shot Daunte Wright after mistaking her gun for a Taser during a traffic stop is given two-years in prison. She is likely to serve 16 months. Prosecutors, however, wanted 7-years. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joins to give his perspective on the sentencing.With President Biden now "convinced" Vladimir Putin has decided to invade Ukraine, Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, William Taylor, and Lt. Col. Alexander Vinman (Ret.), join to give their perspectives on the information available, and Putin’s next possible move.Plus, as the judge who helped Mike Pence fight pressure from Trump to overturn the 2020 election speaks out, CNN Legal Analyst Ben Ginsberg joins to discuss the importance of reforming the Electoral Count Act to be effective in tight contests, and why it makes sense for opposing parties to have clear rules in a contentious election. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tensions rise as Ukrainian and Russian backed separatists trade accusations about the shelling of a kindergarten facility in the Eastern Ukraine region of Donbas, with President Biden warning that Russia plans to manufacture a pretext for a full-scale invasion, and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken warning the Russian Military has already selected targets. Trump, Don Jr., and Ivanka are ordered to sit for depositions before a state-level prosecutor who is looking into their business practices. With the Trump Organization’s accounting firm abandoning them citing unreliable financial records, what will be discovered? Plus, The GOP effort to link a judicial nominee to rising crime and the doping scandal skater Kamila Valeiva breaks down after multiple falls, placing fourth in a free skate event. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the Federal Aviation Administration receiving 394 reports of unruly passengers already this year, mostly over wearing masks, airline CEOs and government officials are considering adding these individuals to the “No-fly list”. Eight GOP senators have opposed the move in a letter to the Attorney General, in which they say it would equate Americans skeptical of mask rules, to terrorists. Russia adds an additional 7,000 troops to the Ukraine border despite public claims of de-escalation. Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Davis (Ret.) joins Laura to discuss the military options Vladimir Putin has. Plus, the police handling of a black teen while breaking up a mall fight in New Jersey sparks outrage and an investigation, and A six-year old girl is found alive under a staircase two years after she was reported missing. Hosted by Laura Coates. 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 of three ex-officers involved in George Floyd’s death takes the stand, testifying that he assumed other officers would tend to Floyd’s medical needs as he helped with crowd control, and that using a knee to restrain a subject was common practice. The first gunmaker is held liable for U.S. mass shootings in a $73 million settlement with the families of Sandy Hook victims. Plus, President Biden pushes for diplomacy but pledges “Full force” to defend Americans & NATO allies if Russia invades Ukraine, the Trump Organization is ditched by it’s longtime accounting firm and a jury finds the New York Times did not defame Sarah Palin. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pentagon warns Russia could invade Ukraine "With little to no warning", as the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv moves its remaining diplomats West amid fears of a Russian invasion. What would a war in Ukraine mean for America? CNN Senior International Correspondent Matthew Chance, joins to give his perspective.In a major development in the trial of Sarah Palin versus the New York Times, the judge overseeing the defamation lawsuit says he will dismiss it, as her team did not prove a key element of its case. Plus, the prosecution rests in the civil rights trial of three ex-officers involved in the murder of George Floyd, Hip-Hop takes centre stage at the Super Bowl halftime show, and the Congressional inaction on gun violence four years after the Parkland massacre.Hosted by Laura Coates. 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 Canadian truckers stand-off inspires protests across the globe, a judge grants an injunction giving police more power to end the blockade. It includes permission to tow vehicles away from the supply chain critical Ambassador Bridge, which connects Windsor, Ontario, to Detroit, Michigan.California's Department of Fair Employment and Housing sues Tesla, citing rampant racism against black workers. Former Tesla contractor Owen Diaz, who was awarded $137 million in damages in racial discrimination lawsuit against Tesla, joins to give his reaction to the case. Plus, an Olympic gold medal is in question after a Russian figure skater tests positive for a banned drug prior to competing and three ex-officers accused of aiding and abetting George Floyd's murder go on trial for violating his civil rights. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As allegations arise that Trump ripped up official records and his staff found papers flushed in the White House toilet, the Washington Post reports some documents taken to Mar-A-Lago by former president Trump after he left office were ‘Top Secret’ and clearly marked as ‘Classified’.Congress renews the violence against women act, but following Republican opposition to the bill, does not remove the “boyfriend loophole”. Plus, Bob Saget’s autopsy report reveals he tragically died from accidental head trauma after a backwards fall, the Canadian truckers’ bridge blockade brings pain to both sides of the border as the Mayor of Windsor seeks an injunction, and Sarah Palin testifies in her libel case against the New York Times.Hosted by Laura Coates. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The North Carolina Elections Board is attempting to block Republican Congressman Madison Cawthorn from being able to run for reelection, over stating it was “time to fight” just days before the January 6 insurrection, and also speaking at the ‘Stop the Steal’ rally. Critics denounce the so-called "Don't Say Gay" bill, arguing it will strip protections from LGBTQ children, with President Biden calling the legislation “Hateful”.NFL Commissioner Rodger Goodell addresses racism & discrimination allegations facing the NFL ahead of the Super Bowl, admitting the League has fallen short in the process of hiring black coaches. Plus, Bob Saget's family say his cause of death was head trauma and more states lift mask restrictions as Covid cases drop. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a new controversial ruling, the Supreme Court restores a GOP-drawn Congressional map in Alabama, which was previously blocked by the lower court. Rick Hasen, Professor of Law at the University of California Irvine and Derrick Johnson, President of the NAACP, join to discuss why the move hurts black voters and how it could impact the midterm elections.As Trump hands over White House documents improperly taken to Mar-A-Lago, The Georgia prosecutor investigating his efforts to overturn the 2020 results says "subpoenas are coming". Plus, the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus responds to the death of Amir Locke, calling it “completely avoidable’” and “yet another example where a no-knock warrant has resulted in the death of an innocent person” and a former New York Times editor takes the stand in Sarah Palin's defamation suit against the newspaper. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kevin McCarthy claims he cannot remember key phone calls between himself and Trump during and after the insurrection, but the timeline of his previous public remarks about the former president admitting he bore some blame for the Capitol attack tell a different story.Also tonight, the GOP lawmakers who refuse to testify: what are McCarthy, Perry and Jordan hiding about January 6, and will they be subpoenaed? Plus, Oath Keepers leader pleads not guilty to seditious conspiracy in the January 6 attack, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis vows to fine hospitals that follow Biden’s vaccine mandate for health care workers and Novak Djokovic is detained by Australian border authorities after his visa is revoked for a second time.Guests: Jan. 6 Select Committee member Rep. Pete Aguilar, attorney for Jan. 6 Select Committee Mary McCord, CNN Contributor Patrick McEnroe and CNN Chief Legal Analyst Jeffrey Toobin.Hosted by Laura Coates. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The DOJ indicts Oath Keepers leader Stewart Rhodes and 10 others for "seditious conspiracy" relating to the January 6 insurrection. With the House Select Committee investigating January 6 now wanting to speak with the founder of the far-right militia group, Rhodes’ attorney joins to give his perspective on the details of this rare legal action and what his client’s defense might be.The Supreme Court blocks the Biden Administration's vaccine rule for large businesses, but allows the mandate for some health care workers. Xavier Becerra Joins to discuss White House plans to cover the cost of Covid tests and the N95 mask supply chain. Is enough being done? Plus, the GOP plots an onslaught of Biden probes in the run up to 2024, including security failures around 1/6 and hearings on both the origin of the Covid pandemic and Hunter Biden.Guests: January 6 Committee member Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D), CNN Law Enforcement Analyst Michael Fanone, Attorney for Oath Keepers Jonathon Moseley, Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra and CNN Political Commentator Van Jones.Hosted by Laura Coates. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy refuses to cooperate with the January 6 investigation, saying he won’t participate with the “abuse of power”. That, as two other Representatives, Jim Jordan and Scott Perry also decline to appear before the House Select Committee. What are they hiding?Plus, GOP Senator Marsha Blackburn is under fire for her controversial comments criticizing the “rap sheet” of a black judicial nominee, Why Omicron is scary for E.R. doctors and tennis star Novak Djokovic admits he didn't immediately isolate after his positive Covid test.Guests: Stanley Brand, John Dean, Cornell William Brooks, Dr. Craig Spencer and Bob Costas.Hosted by Laura Coates. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden delivers his voting rights speech in Georgia, pushing for the Senate to change filibuster rules to pass the ‘Freedom to Vote Act’ and the ‘John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act’, saying, “I’m tired of being quiet”. But has Biden already lost the African American community within a year by not delivering on his promise to eliminate discriminatory voting practices, and what does it mean for voter turnout in the years to come?As Republicans push for more voting restrictions in Georgia, its Secretary of State joins to talk about election integrity and his views on non-citizens being allowed to vote. Plus, Dr. Fauci clashes with GOP Senators in a Covid response hearing and the Manhattan D.A. faces pushback from the NYPD after announcing he won’t prosecute certain crimes.Guests: CEO of the The New Georgia Project Nsé Ufot, Georgia Secretary of State (R) Brad Raffensperger, Former member of Biden’s Covid-19 Advisory Board Dr Zeke Emanuel and CNN Senior Law Enforcement Analyst Charles Ramsey.Hosted by Laura Coates. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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As some health experts raise concerns about the CDC’s failure to urge negative tests at the end of the new 5-day isolation period, Dr. Anthony Fauci joins to discuss the CDC’s decision. After, Dr Zeke Emmanuel joins to give his perspective on the growing debate on Covid vaccine mandates for airline passengers.Plus, Legendary NFL coach and broadcaster John Madden dies at 85. CNN contributor Bob Costas joins to remember the icon’s career. And, as businesses push back return to work dates, Professor Scott Galloway joins to talk about how remote working is affecting young male Americans.Hosted by Michael Smerconish. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The CDC shortens their recommended Covid isolation period for the asymptomatic from ten days to five. Dr. Ashish Jha, Dean of the Brown University School of Public Health, joins to discuss why he thinks the new CDC guidelines are what our country needs and why.Plus, the GOP pushes to expand jobless benefits for workers who quit over vaccine mandates, the Association of Flight Attendants President Sara Nelson joins to call out the new CDC isolation guidelines, how Covid could reshape businesses in 2022 and fentanyl overdoses are now the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18-45.Hosted by Michael Smerconish. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the Omicron variant rapidly spreading and not nearly enough testing to meet the massive demand, a new report from "Vanity Fair" suggests the Biden administration dismissed a plan from experts to ramp up rapid testing months ago. But is that what really happened? Dr Michael Mina, who attended White House meeting where the proposal was made, joins to give his perspective. Also tonight: former police officer Kim Potter is found guilty of manslaughter in the death of Daunte Wright, Philadelphia faces a prosecutor shortage as hundreds leave the D.A.'s Office amid a record murder rate and as Trump pushes back on vaccine conspiracies, will his supporter base follow him? Hosted by Michael Smerconish. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A potentially game-changing Covid antiviral pill developed by Pfizer has been authorized by the FDA. Paxlovid, which is proven to significantly reduce Covid hospitalizations and death, will be available in January and has also been green-lighted for children aged 12 and older. Also tonight: school closures across the U.S. mount amid the Omicron surge, Biden reiterates his plans to run in 2024 saying a Trump rematch would "increase the prospect", when does tough on crime go too far? A truck driver is set to serve a 110-year prison sentence after a deadly crash in Colorado and Bob Costas joins to discuss vaccinations and sports leagues. Guests: Dr. Peter Hotez, Joseph G. Allen, Bret Stephens and George Brauchler. Hosted by Michael Smerconish. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden lays out his Omicron battle plan, announcing an additional 10,000 testing sites beyond the 20,000 the White House points to nationwide, deploying 1,000 more military members to help hospitals if they become overburdened again and mailing half a billion free Covid home testing kits to Americans next month. Plus: NYC offers $100 to get boosted by New Year’s, Trump looks to the anniversary of January 6 to push election lies, Joe Manchin is in talks with fellow Democrats after their fiery response to his “No” on Build Back Better and sports leagues search for a way forward amid the Omicron surge. Guests: Dr Ashish Jha, Bill de Blasio, Robert Costa and Bob Costas. Hosted by Michael Smerconish. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The rapidly spreading Omicron variant now accounts for 75% of new Covid cases. With only 61% of the country fully vaccinated and 18% boosted as people gather for Christmas, President Biden gives a new speech about the steps we can all be taking now, and issues some dire warnings for the unvaccinated. Plus, Democrats face an uncertain path as Joe Manchin rejects ‘Build Back Better, the Pentagon issues rules to fight extremism in the military as a retired U.S. general warns of a 2024 insurrection and Harvard University suspends the SAT and ACT requirements for the next 4 years. Guests: Dr. Zeke Emanuel, Charlie Dent, Major General Paul D. Eaton and Bob Schaeffer. Hosted by Michael Smerconish. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices