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More countries are formally recognizing a Palestinian state ahead of this week’s UN General Assembly meeting in New York. The government’s border czar Tom Homan is facing scrutiny over reports he accepted a $50,000 bag of cash. News outlets are fighting back on the Pentagon’s "pledge" to restrict reporting at the defense headquarters. A super typhoon is set to affect tens of millions in Southeast Asia. Plus, the FTC is taking Amazon to court for allegedly tricking customers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Top MAGA figures spread messages of both unity and division at Charlie Kirk’s memorial. Israel's Prime Minister has responded to several western nations recognizing a Palestinian state. Why an order from President Donald Trump triggered chaos on a plane. Trump is set to announce an “answer to autism” later today. And, a storm in the Atlantic could turn into a major hurricane tomorrow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Disney’s decision to yank ABC host Jimmy Kimmel off the air following FCC pressure has outraged fans, performers and Democratic politicians. Will other prominent anti-Trump voices be next? We hear from someone who used to be in charge of the FCC who says the regulator is going overboard. Guest: Tom Wheeler, former FCC Chairman --- Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A superstar takes the stage one last time tonight, marking the end of a historic residency in Puerto Rico. How a free travel program for high school seniors aims to connect a divided US. A 9-year-old sets up a front-yard stand designed to make people smile. A stranger’s kindness turns a homeless teen into a devoted foster dad. Plus, meet the TIME’s Kid of the Year. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Showrunner: Faiz Jamil Editorial Support: Felicia Patinkin, Isabel Rosales, Paola Ortiz, Abel Alvarado, Madeline Stix, John Blake Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin with a behind-the-scenes look at Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension. The Senate set up a high-stakes showdown to avoid a government shutdown. CDC vaccine advisers proposed changes to Covid-19 shot recommendations. We’ll tell you where President Donald Trump’s defamation lawsuit against the New York Times stands. Plus, the security measures in place for Charlie Kirk’s funeral. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Republicans have managed to push forward a bill to avoid a government shutdown. Vaccine advisors to the CDC are delaying a vote over a vaccine for newborns. We’ll tell you what you need to know about rising winter energy bills. Another country is accusing Russia of violating its airspace. Plus, the explosion of Charlie Kirk conspiracy theories online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump has threatened consequences for networks which broadcast unfavorable media coverage. Hamas is warning the Israeli military what will happen to the hostages if Israel’s ground offensive in Gaza City continues. A panel of CDC advisers have changed recommendations for a common vaccine for children. Republican Senators have confirmed dozens of Trump nominees in one sweeping vote. Plus, a political party in Japan wants an AI penguin leader. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump wraps up his second UK state visit with comments on Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension. Charlie Kirk’s widow is continuing her husband’s legacy. Trump is going to the Supreme Court about firing a Fed governor. We have an update on the Trump administration’s attempt to remove Guatemalan children. Plus, key takeaways from Pope Leo first interview since his election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump and the UK prime minister have announced a technology deal while also talking about securing peace in the world. A CDC conference could lead to significant changes to childhood vaccine schedules. We explain why the axing of Jimmy Kimmel’s show may have been financially motivated. Nvidia is taking a huge stake in a rival tech company. Plus, banning the internet because of "immoral activities." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” has been taken off the air after comments Kimmel made about Charlie Kirk’s shooter. President Donald Trump plans to designate Antifa a terrorist organization. We preview a day of talks between Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Three police officers are dead after a shooting in Pennsylvania. Plus, a judge has ordered pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil to be deported to one of two countries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin with the Federal Reserve’s first rate cut of President Donald Trump’s second term. The ousted CDC director offered new details about her abrupt firing during a congressional hearing. The family of a Black student found hanging from a tree is seeking transparency. New satellite images raise questions about Israel’s planned incursion into Gaza City. Plus, the search for a piece of ancient history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A long awaited interest rate cut from the federal reserve is set to be announced later today. The British royals are hosting the Trumps at Windsor Castle. We explain why funding for Obamacare credits could be crucial to avoiding a government shutdown next month. The widow of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny says lab tests reveal how her husband died. Plus, the scoop on why Ben and Jerry are splitting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Authorities in Gaza say almost a hundred Palestinians have been killed since Israel launched its ground invasion. Mass protests are expected during President Donald Trump second state visit in the UK. Alleged text messages from the Charlie Kirk shooting suspect suggest a possible motive. Why a senate hearing with the FBI Director and senators turned into a shouting match. Plus, the potential owners of the new US-owned TikTok app have been revealed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk appeared for his first court hearing today – we have details. Senators grilled FBI Director Kash Patel’s leadership. Increased security is top of mind for lawmakers in the latest stopgap measure. Gaza City residents are scrambling to flee, as Israel expands its military operation. Plus, why experts say an illness spread by bugs may be here to stay in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The UN has given a dire warning about the children of Gaza City, as Israel begins its major ground invasion there. Credit scores in the US are dropping at a rate not seen since the Great Depression. We pay tribute to Hollywood legend Robert Redford. We’ll tell you the outcome of Luigi Mangione’s first court appearance in months. Plus, all you need to know about President Donald Trump’s state visit to the UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Israeli military has launched a ground offensive in Gaza City, as a UN commission says Israel is committing genocide. The man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk is set to appear in court today. We have the latest on President Donald Trump’s crime crackdown in Memphis and which city he says is next. The US military has killed three people in a strike against “narcoterrorists.” Plus, why Trump is suing The New York Times for billions of dollars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New details are emerging about the suspected shooter in Charlie Kirk’s murder. Israel says it faces isolation in a key industry for its war in Gaza. A Polish official has an idea to protect Ukraine that NATO previously considered. Tesla appears to be on the verge of an epic comeback, thanks to Elon Musk. Plus, we’ll tell you about a rare procedure that made a blind man see again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The funeral of Charlie Kirk is posing a big challenge for law enforcement. We have the latest details on President Donald Trump’s crime crackdown in Memphis. The former chief of the Israeli military has shared a shocking statistic about Gaza. China is accusing a major American company of violating anti-monopoly laws. Plus, some good news about TikTok’s future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Investigators are working to piece together the motive behind Charlie Kirk's shooting. An Israeli ground operation in Gaza City could happen as soon as today. Romania is accusing Russia of breaching its airspace. We’ll tell you which high-profile Democrat is now endorsing NYC mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani. Plus, this year’s Emmys is one for the history books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The apparent assassination of Charlie Kirk has both sides of the aisle calling on Americans to ‘lower the temperature’ of political rhetoric. But we’ve been here before – is there actually any chance that happens? We hear why Kirk was so effective in motivating young conservatives and look at what could happen next. Guest: Alex Stone & Lilliana Mason, SNF Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins Professor of Political Science --- Host: David Rind Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Donie O’Sullivan & Sean Clark Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices