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- Yesterday25 min
Are the Midterms Bigger in Texas?
President Trump makes yet another trip to Texas to stump for Republicans ahead of the midterms. Flavio Bolsonaro goes on the lam in Brazil, as the Trump White House offers a visa. And the Supreme Court rules that immigration judges cannot use their discretion in halting deportation cases. AP Photo/Alex Brandon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 days ago28 min
The Other Elections You Should Be Watching
Israelis head to the polls, while Brazilian candidate Flavio Bolsonaro refuses to concede a presidential race. A judge reinstates Maurene Comey as a federal prosecutor. And Anthropic files paperwork to potentially make the largest IPO in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago20 min
Countdown to the Midterms
Campaigns ramp up with a week left on the trail. Protests in France continue to spread across Europe, while authorities in France say they’ve launched a new security operation. And new guidance has been released surrounding GLP-1s and pregnancy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 6 days ago28 min
Blunt Questions Over VA Lawmaker’s Arrest
The arrest of an 82 year-old Democratic state senator in Virginia, just ahead of the midterms, raises questions about whether politics are at play. Sources say the U.S. and Israel have drawn up plans for new Iran strikes. And vineyard owners say fewer people are drinking wine than at any time since Prohibition. AP Photo/Steve Helber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago28 min
The Campaign Ad Galvanizing the Midterms
A Vivek Ramaswamy campaign ad featuring the estranged mother of Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton prompts controversy within the GOP. White House envoy Steve Witkoff marks the release of an American prisoner by calling Vladimir Putin a “humanitarian.” And authorities urge website developers to plug a vulnerability that could affect 70% of the world’s websites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago28 min
The Midterm Races Republicans Are Worried About
President Trump is on a blitz through battleground states, but some major GOP donors have already given up the battle in certain races. Fewer Americans are buying and selling homes as mortgage rates spike. And Christina Applegate reveals a years-long misdiagnosis, saying whatever autoimmune disorder she has, it’s not multiple sclerosis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago27 min
Is Trump Ready to Bail on Ukraine?
As Russian attacks intensify, Ukraine’s president accuses President Trump of undermining him. The Justice Department charges 28 people in California with voting crimes. And NFL quarterback Jalen Hurts is ruled out for the season with dangerous blood clots, prompting questions about his medical treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago25 min
France Smolders After Protests Turn Violent
Protests turn into riots in cities across France. Authorities in Bend, Oregon reveal new details about the attack at an elementary school. And an ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll shows a record-low approval rating for President Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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