The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer and Pamela Brown

President Biden wraps up an unprecedented and dangerous visit to Ukraine with air raid sirens blaring as he and President Zelensky walked the streets of Kyiv. The National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby joins to discuss the importance of the trip nearly a full year after the start of the Russian invasion. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ukraine fires back at new Russian attacks in a pivotal battle as Vladimir Putin’s brutal war nears the one-year mark. CNN is on the ground in Kyiv and Moscow. Also, five former Memphis police officers plead not guilty to second-degree murder and other charges in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols. Plus, new court evidence that Fox News anchors and executives privately trashed Trump’s claims of fraud in the 2020 election even as they promoted the claims on air. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The White House just released the results of President Biden’s physical exam. His doctor declaring that the president remains healthy and vigorous. Will this have any impact on voters’ concerns about his age? Plus, a new vow by the president to shoot down anything in the sky that threatens the United States. Biden speaks out for the first time about the downing of three unidentified objects saying there is no evidence they are linked to China or its spy balloon. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A tribute begins for the three students killed in the Michigan State University shooting rampage as police try to piece together the gunman’s motive. Michigan’s attorney general joins to discuss many unanswered questions in the ongoing investigation. Plus, former Vice President Mike Pence is speaking out for the first time about his plans to fight a new subpoena from the U.S. DOJ. Also, Republican Nikki Haley kicks off her 2024 presidential campaign and is calling for new leadership in Washington. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hours after America’s latest shooting rampage, police are trying to figure out why a gunman opened fire at Michigan State University. Three students are dead and five are wounded as new information is emerging about the now deceased shooter and the note he left behind. Plus, the White House reveals updates on the three mysterious objects shot down by U.S. fighter jets. Also, Nikki Haley becomes the first Republican to challenge Donald Trump for the GOP nomination in 2024. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A slew of unanswered questions emerge after U.S. fighter jets shoot down unidentified flying objects. President’s Biden’s team is offering little information but says there is no indication of aliens or extraterrestrial activity. Also, we are getting a fuller picture of the catastrophic damages in Turkey and Syria one week after the earthquake. Chef José Andrés joins from the disaster zone. 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 gave the order to U.S. fighter jets to shoot down an unidentified object flying at high-altitude over Alaska just hours ago. Plus, another classified document is found in the possession of former Vice President Mike Pence. The FBI removed the material from Pence’s Indiana home. Also, an update on the urgent rescue efforts in Syria and Turkey after a devastating earthquake. 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 earthquake death toll rises past 21,000, CNN is moving deeper into the disaster zone with live reports from Turkey and Syria. Also, President Biden takes his new fight with Republicans over Social Security and Medicare to Florida. Plus, former Vice President Mike Pence has been subpoenaed by the special counsel investigating Trump. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gut-wrenching images emerge of homes and lives destroyed near the epicenter of the earthquake. CNN is on the ground in Syria and Turkey as the death toll soars above 12,000. Also, President Biden is doubling down on a line of attack against Republicans that prompted GOP jeers during his state of the union address. He is taking the top themes from his speech on the road in key presidential battlegrounds. Plus, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is now in Paris on a surprise trip that included a stop in London. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bitter cold and utter devastation slow the search for quake survivors as the death toll in Turkey and Syria climbs past 7,700. Also, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy weighs in on whether Rep. George Santos is being investigated by the House Ethics Committee while some constituents demand his removal. Plus, President Biden gets ready to report on the state of the union in what could also be a preview of his 2024 reelection campaign. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mass destruction and more than 3,400 people are dead after a powerful earthquake and dozens of aftershocks in Turkey and Syria. Also, U.S. officials reveal new information on the size, capabilities, and value of the downed Chinese spy balloon. Plus, Ukraine is digging into its battle against Russia in Bakhmut as a top commander says the city has become an unwinnable fortress. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. officials tell CNN the possibility of shooting down the Chinese spy balloon has not been ruled out. This as the secretary of state warns Beijing that the balloon's brazen flight over the United States is a clear violation and an irresponsible act. Also, President Biden is out touting a blockbuster jobs report, claiming it proves critics of his policies are wrong. We’ll break down the political impact for the president. 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 barrage of missile strikes hit Ukraine as President Zelensky warns Russia’s renewed military offensive may already be getting started. CNN was on the scene of attacks that sent civilians running for cover. Also, Rep. Omar is slamming the House vote to remove her from the Foreign Affairs Committee calling the vote an act of revenge by Republicans. Plus, the attorney for Tyre Nichols’ family joins to discuss additional footage of the beating being released and questions surrounding the initial police report. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy just wrapped up their first high-stakes talks on raising the nation’s debt limit. McCarthy told reporters moments ago that he thinks he and the president can find some common ground. Also, Tyre Nichols is laid to rest three weeks after he was brutally beaten by police. We’ll take you inside the emotional funeral and the urgent outcry for police reform. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Troubling contradictions emerge in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols. We break down claims that don’t match up with videos. Plus, CNN interviews Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu who reveals if he would consider acting as a wartime mediator between Ukraine and Russia. Also, a look at Donald Trump’s defiant deposition in a fraud investigation in New York. This, as he faces a new criminal probe of hush money payments over his alleged affair with porn star Stormy Daniels. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A sixth Memphis police officer has now been relieved of duty after the deadly beating of Tyre Nichols and the release of chilling videos of his arrest. Our experts break down the evidence and the growing calls for federal police reform. Also, CNN is on the front lines in Ukraine amid fierce fighting in the east and south. Plus, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinking is on an urgent mission in Israel and the West Bank amid a new outbreak of violence. 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 standing by for the expected release of an arrest video showing the fatal encounter between Tyre Nichols and five former Memphis police officers. The Nichols family and officials warn the footage is extremely disturbing. We’re also getting our first look at the brutal attack on Nancy Pelosi’s husband last October. A San Francisco court released video of the suspect breaking into the couple’s home and lunging at the 82-year-old Paul Pelosi with a hammer. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Five former Memphis police officers are facing murder charges due to the death of Tyre Nichols. Law enforcement agencies across the country are bracing for reaction to footage which a top Tennessee official called sickening. We discuss all the latest developments with the executive director of the Memphis NAACP. Plus, new details emerge on the timeline for western tanks pledged to Ukraine for its fight against Russia. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The United States has pledged to arm Ukraine with some of the most sophisticated tanks on the planet. Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander Gen. Wesley Clark (Ret.) joins to discuss strategic objectives in Ukraine. Plus, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced Donald Trump will be allowed back on their platforms. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The United States and Germany appear poised to deliver sophisticated tanks as they urge Ukrainians to turn the focus from brutal battles in the east to a renewed offense in the south. Plus: Former Vice President Mike Pence is now facing his own document controversy after about a dozen classified records were found in his Indiana home. And: The latest gut-wrenching developments out of California, the scene of back-to-back mass shootings. 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 Ukrainian forces train for the next big battle against Russia, the Biden administration is taking new action against a mercenary group aiding Vladimir Putin’s war. This as the United States and Germany are in a standoff over sending tanks to Ukraine. The Ukrainian ambassador to the United States joins to discuss. Plus, the DOJ signals it won’t comply with House Republican’s demands for information on investigations, including the Biden documents probe. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A high stakes political standoff emerges over rising the debt ceiling after the U.S. hits its $31 trillion limit. The threat of an economically disastrous default is now hanging over Congress, the White House, and every American. Also, a new report that CIA Director William Burns made a secret trip to Ukraine to brief President Zelensky and share U.S. intelligence on Russia’s next move. Also, actor and producer Alec Baldwin now faces criminal charges in the fatal shooting of a crew member on the set of the film “Rust.” To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A fiery helicopter crash near Kyiv kills 14 people including key government officials and a child. A top state department spokesperson joins to answer what the U.S. is learning about the crash. Plus, the Biden White House is sticking to the script as its new strategy for dealing with the classified documents crisis takes shape. Plus, prosecutors reveal chilling new evidence in the case of the Massachusetts man formally charged with killing his wife. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another child’s body is found in the rubble of a Ukrainian residential apartment building as the death toll from a powerful Russian missile attack rises. White House official John Kirby joins to answer whether enough U.S. and western military aid is getting to Ukraine. Plus, the White House is ramping up its damage control as the crisis over classified documents intensifies. The Biden team is defending its delayed and incomplete release of information while accusing Republicans of fake outrage. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ukraine is reeling tonight from one of the deadliest Russian attacks since the invasion. At least 40 people have been killed in a cruise missile strike on an apartment building right in the center of the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. Plus, new developments in the classified document scandal looming over the White House. Sources tell CNN that additional searches are possible at locations connected to President Biden. Also, House Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries joins to answer if he still has confidence in Biden in light of the classified documents investigation. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A huge explosion hits the disputed Ukrainian city of Soledar as Russia is claiming it has captured the city and officials in Kyiv insist the battle is not over yet. We have a live report from Ukraine and speak with the Ukrainian ambassador to the United Nations about the state of the war. Plus, President Biden faces a growing crisis as a special councel is now in place to investigate his handling of classified records. Also, the death toll is rising in the southeast United States after a series of tornados leave a wake of destruction. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A special counsel is now set to investigate President Biden’s handling of classified material. The U.S. attorney general launches an independent probe after more documents were found, this time at the President’s home in Delaware. Also, Rep. George Santos is defiant amid growing calls for him to resign over the many lies he told voters. Plus, dangerous tornadoes are ravaging southeastern parts of the United States. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

According to sources, classified documents are among the records found by the Biden legal team in a search of a second location. Rep. Chris Stewart of the Intelligence Committee joins to discuss the latest events in the House and the Biden documents revelation. Plus, FAA system outages cause massive flight delays and disruptions across the United States. 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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Attorneys for President Biden find several classified documents from his time as vice president at one of his private offices according to a source familiar with the story. The documents were discovered last fall and were turned over to the National Archives who referred the matter to the DOJ for further investigation. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rep. Kevin McCarthy is right now trying to seize momentum in the bid for speakership. McCarthy’s proposed concessions include allowing one member to call for a vote to oust the speaker, to hold votes on conservative bills, more Freedom Caucus members on the Rules Committee, and more. GOP Rep. Warren Davidson joins to discuss McCarthy’s concessions and the future of Republicans in the House. Also, an affidavit reveals chilling new details about the Idaho college student murders. 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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Republicans are huddling behind closed door tonight as Rep. Kevin McCarthy’s bid for the speaker’s gavel lands with a thud for the second straight day. Plus, new information is emerging about the terrifying on-field collapse of NFL player Damar Hamlin. The Buffalo Bills say Hamlin is showing signs of improvement although he remains in critical condition. The chief medical officer for the NFL joins to discuss. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rep. Kevin McCarthy has failed to lock down the votes he needed to win the speaker's gavel in the House. Despite losing this third vote, McCarthy remains defiant, refusing to give up despite a band of some 20 right-wing lawmakers who remain united to opposing his nomination. This as Rep. Jordan, who has also been nominated, indicates he has no chance of becoming speaker. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Republican Kevin McCarthy is holding last-ditch talks tonight to fight to win the speaker’s job in the House. We’ll tell you who has been spotted heading into his office. Also, the suspect in the brutal stabbing deaths of fourth college students is expected in court tomorrow. Plus, Russia suffers what may be the biggest loss of life since the start of the invasion. Ukraine is claiming a major strike against Russian forces as Moscow unleashed a fresh barrage of missiles and ones, including in Kyiv. 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 vows his ties with China’s president can withstand all tests as Russia launches a fresh round of drone strikes in Ukraine. Plus, police officially announced the name of the suspect in the killing of four University of Idaho students. The 28-year-old is in custody in Pennsylvania right now and is charged with four counts of first degree murder. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pelé, the Brazilian soccer star who became a global icon, has died at 82 after a battle with cancer. Plus, the January 6th select committee released witness transcripts which include Donald Trump Jr. explaining why texted Mark Meadows after the 2020 election about plans to keep Trump in office. Rep. Zoe Lofgren of the January 6 select committee joins to discuss revelations about events from inside Trump’s inner circle. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Southwest Airlines crisis is taking a growing toll on travelers with thousands of additional flights cancelled today. Federal scrutiny is intensifying as stranded customers demand action. Also, parts of Buffalo, New York remain paralyzed by a once in a lifetime blizzard. The National Guard is now going door to door as the death toll keeps rising and the city struggles to dig out. Plus, Rep. Adam Schiff of the January 6th select committee joins to give his take on the latest revelations from the committee. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The U.S. Supreme Court has just issued a ruling leaving Trump-era immigration restrictions in effect while legal challenges play out. We’ll go live to the border to see how this ruling may impact a growing influx of migrants. Plus, airports are jammed with frustrated Southwest Airlines customers as the airline is to blame for 90% of the thousands of flights cancelled in the United States today. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg joins to discuss passenger’s rights amid the travel disruptions. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A deadly and paralyzing blizzard emergency emerges from a historic winter storm. The governor of New York requested federal help, warning the danger to residents there is urgent. Erie County executive Mark Poloncarz joins to provide updates on this developing story as thousands of flights are cancelled. Plus, Vladimir Putin claims he’s ready to negotiate a solution to the Ukraine war. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dangerous whiteout conditions emerge as a huge and deadly winter storm strikes the northeast. We are tracking this epic weather system as it unleashes record cold, heavy snow, freezing rain, and flooding across the country and creates holiday travel disruption. Plus, the January 6th select committee issued their final report laying the blame for the insurrection squarely on former President Donald Trump. We break down the massive report and whether it paves a way for Trump to be indicted. 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 batch of transcripts has just been released by the January 6th select committee. We go through the interviews by key witnesses. Plus, a once in a generation winter storm is leaving almost half of the United States population is under a wind chill alert. Plus, CNN is in Ukraine following the impact of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s trip to the United States. 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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Sources say plans are underway for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenky to visit the White House tomorrow. Also, a House committee is about to vote on whether boxes full of former President Trump’s tax returns should be made public. Plus, the January 6th select committee begins handing over transcripts and other evidence to the Justice Department. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The January 6th committee formally accuses Donald Trump of crimes for his role in the insurrection, sending referrals to the Justice Department on four federal charges. We break down the legal threat to Trump as prosecutors must decide whether to indict him. Also, Chief Justice John Roberts has ordered a temporary freeze on plans to end a Trump-era border policy this week. Plus, Harvey Weinstein is convicted of 3 of 7 charges in his Los Angeles sexual assault trial. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CNN has learned that the January 6th select committee is considering asking the DOJ to pursue at least two criminal charges against former President Trump. Also, colossal damage from one of the biggest Russian attacks on Ukraine since the war began. The U.S. appears to be on the brink of sending Patriot air defense missiles to aid Ukraine. Plus, CNN is on the scene at the southern border amid fears that a crisis is unfolding as thousands of migrants pour into the El Paso area every day. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recession fears grip Wall Street and stock prices tumble as the Federal Reserve's downbeat new economic forecast starts to sink in. Also, a CNN exclusive interview with outgoing House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer in their first joint sit-down interview. They weigh in on whether President Biden should run again and whether Trump might win. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Americans buying homes and seeking loans are bracing for the impact of the seventh interest rate hike this year. The Federal Reserve is opting for a smaller increase this time as inflation cools while signaling there may be more economic pain in 2023. Plus, Russia launches new strikes on Ukraine, including the capitol city. Also, a tornado strikes in New Orleans. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A large and extremely dangerous tornado was just confirmed in Louisiana as a massive winter storm sweeps the United States. We’re tracking the severe weather system that’s threatening millions of Americans right now. Also, CNN has learned that the DOJ tried to get access to the texts of Republican Congressman Scott Perry in its investigation of efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Plus, President Biden just signed a historic same-sex marriage legislation into law. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices