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Monday through Friday get up to speed on the biggest headlines of the day with 5 Things. On Saturdays, get a break for your ears with good news from 5 Good Things. And at noon and Sundays, we take you beyond the headlines to help make sense of what everyone is talking about in politics and beyond with One Thing.
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- Yesterday13 min
One Early Midterms Takeaway: Americans Really Love Betting on Elections
Prediction markets have surpassed $1.4 billion in trading volume on the midterms, according to a CNN analysis. What’s driving the big spending? And are fears of insider trading materializing? We dig into Americans’ growing interest in betting on (literally) anything and what it means for our election system. Note: CNN has a partnership with Kalshi and uses its data to cover major events. But CNN editorial employees aren’t allowed to trade on prediction markets. --- Guest: Marshall Cohen, CNN Senior Reporter Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Yesterday9 min
Trump: "I Would Approve" of Brazil's Bolsonaro Coming To U.S.
Source: Trump approved U.S. visa for Brazil's Flávio Bolsonaro who lost election and defied travel ban. Midterm ad spending surpasses all previous election cycles. Netanyahu to lose seats as Israel's election results are still being tallied. El Niño wreaks havoc in CA. And quilters come to the rescue for a high school band who needed 110 uniforms in 2 days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 days ago8 min
Jay-Z Picks Himself for Super Bowl Stage
President Donald Trump looks to bolster Republicans facing tougher-than-expects contests in the Lone Star State. The FBI searched a mansion tied to former Rep. Eric Swalwell. Alex Pretti’s family says feds are still stonewalling efforts for justice. Defeated candidate Flávio Bolsonaro defies a travel ban amid an active police search. Plus, Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 days ago15 min
One of The Most Expensive House Races is Also a Referendum on Israel
As Israeli voters head to the polls today, the Democratic litmus test over support for Israel is top of mind for voters in the most expensive US House race in the country. Rep. Jared Moskowitz speaks to CNN about why he is not changing his pro-Israel stance despite a nationwide wave of progressive blowback. --- Guest: Edward-Isaac Dovere, CNN Senior Reporter Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 days ago8 min
Manhunt for Convicted Murder Who Escaped TN Prison
Trump back in TX with one week until election day. Comey calls DOJ effort to prosecute him a third time an "appalling abuse" of power. Israel holds first elections since October 7 attacks. Convicted murderer escapes Tennessee prison. And a Colorado man pans for gold to make his girlfriend's engagement ring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago7 min
Anthropic’s IPO Could Become One of History’s Largest
Tensions rise in the Middle East over potential new US strikes on Iran after next week’s midterms. Anthropic’s highly anticipated Wall Street debut comes with growing concerns around AI safety. A teenager will be charged as an adult after a mass shooting in Florida over the weekend. The daughter of former FBI Director James Comey wins a major legal battle against the Justice Department. Plus, Hollywood mourns the loss of two legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago13 min
Should Dems Dare to Dream in Mississippi?
A top Republican super PAC is making late ad buys in a state that would have been unthinkable not long ago: Mississippi. While party officials may not think they will actually lose the Senate race in the GOP stronghold, it speaks to the rapid rise of Democratic nominee Scott Colom. We look at what a growing “blacklash” against GOP voting moves looks like. --- Guest: Fredreka Schouten, CNN National Political Writer Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago8 min
Trump, Obama Go On Attack With Days Until The Midterms
Trump, Obama go on attack with days until the midterms. Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returns from exile to hero's welcome. California ballot fight. Tallahassee Police asking for tips after mass shooting near FAMU stadium. And a retired NYPD firefighter surprises a teacher who wrote him a thank you note as a 4th grader after 9/11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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