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A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.

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Shutdown Countdown

Shutdown Countdown

2024-12-2029:40

Congress scrambles to avoid a government shutdown at midnight. The suspected killer of a health insurance CEO arrives back in New York City to face charges. And delivery workers servicing several Amazon hubs go on strike.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A Very Merry Shutdown?

A Very Merry Shutdown?

2024-12-1927:57

A spending package is torpedoed by President-elect Trump and his allies, raising the prospect of a government shutdown. The EPA signs off on California emission rules that would effectively ban the sale of new gas-powered cars. And a Chinese national pleads guilty to running a “secret police station” in New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Police sift through the social media history of the 15-year-old girl who opened fire on a Christian school. Ukraine kills a Russian general in Moscow. And Israel announces its intentions to keep a military presence in Gaza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A shooter kills two and injures several more at a Christian school in Wisconsin. HHS nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he’s “all for the polio vaccine” as senators question his vaccine views. And the Library of Congress adds new movies to its National Film Registry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lawmakers are demanding answers as more and more reports of mysterious drone sightings flood into government offices. South Korea’s president is impeached after imposing martial law. And Syrians explore the now-vacant offices of Bashar al-Assad’s secret police.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
U.S. officials say a video of a young American captive found in Syria appears to be Travis Timmerman, who went missing months ago. President Biden gives clemency to more than 1,500 convicts. And the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau plans new limits on overdraft fees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trump Gets His Wray

Trump Gets His Wray

2024-12-1232:221

Christopher Wray resigns as FBI Director at the urging of President-elect Trump. New York police claim to uncover forensic proof that Luigi Mangione shot UnitedHealth’s CEO dead. And Arkansas Gov. Sarah Sanders becomes the latest official to promote cell phone bans in classrooms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ABC’s James Longman ventures inside the now-emptied Damascus prison where Syrians have disappeared for years. The suspected gunman in a CEO’s murder shouts a message outside court, while prosecutors pore over his writings. And experts of baby names dissect the choices around Generation Alpha, as Gen Beta prepares to take the stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The suspected gunman in the killing of a health insurance CEO is apprehended in Pennsylvania. Syrian refugees come streaming back into Damascus following the exile of Bashar al-Assad. And the Marine who choked a man to death on the New York City subway is acquitted by a jury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Syrian rebels take over Damascus, driving Bashar al-Assad from the country his family has ruled for generations. President-elect Donald Trump describes his plans to pardon January 6th rioters. And federal judges rule against TikTok in its bid to avoid a forced sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Police release new details about the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. A 7.0 earthquake, threatening a tsunami, sends Californians scrambling. And Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth tries to reassure senators, without the personal help of President-elect Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In a historic case, Tennessee families ask the Supreme Court to dismantle laws banning gender-affirming care for minors. The CEO of UnitedHealth is shot to death in what authorities call a targeted attack. And an international math exam shows American scores declining at alarming rates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol briefly declares martial law, rattling democracies around the world. Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth meets with concerned senators. And federal law enforcement officials describe a brazen plot by China to infiltrate American phones.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Democrats in Washington express disappointment with President Biden’s decision to pardon his son. The Supreme Court considers FDA regulations on flavored vapes. And New York jurors deliberate over a subway chokehold death that has become a flashpoint over race, violence, and mental health.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Beg Your Pardon?

Beg Your Pardon?

2024-12-0213:43

In a dramatic about-face, President Biden says he will pardon his son, Hunter Biden, who was awaiting sentencing on federal convictions. President-elect Trump nominates a new FBI director with a history of promoting conspiracy theories about the “deep state.” And, Hamas releases a new video of an American hostage as aid deliveries into Gaza become even more difficult. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Some families believe drug-induced homicide laws are a powerful form of justice. Others worry the laws will do more harm than good. In Part 2 of this special "Start Here" series, ABC's Camille Petersen explores the fierce debate over these laws and how they may continue shaping our response to overdose deaths. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When someone dies from a drug overdose, who should we blame? And how should they be punished? In Part 1 of this special "Start Here" series, ABC's Camille Petersen explores the nationwide rise of drug-induced homicide laws, which allow for criminal charges against whoever gave or sold someone the drugs that caused their death. She takes us to North Carolina, where two families grapple with the pain and promise of these new laws.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah takes effect. President-elect Trump threatens to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico. And, Thanksgiving flights are facing delays because of an air traffic controller shortage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Special counsel Jack Smith’s election interference case against President-elect Trump is tossed after he requested a dismissal because of a Justice Department policy. Macy’s delays a quarterly earnings report after it says an employee hid up to $154 million worth of expenses. And, President Biden hosts the final White House turkey pardon of his term, granting clemency to Peach and Blossom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
President-elect Trump makes his final selections to head federal agencies. Hezbollah responds to Israeli missile strikes with a barrage of rockets and drones. And Erik and Lyle Menendez prepare to meet a judge over their bid for freedom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Chris HFE

I think that voting should be a critical criteria when deciding who to date or marry as a women.

Oct 14th
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Chris HFE

Praying for peace

Jun 27th
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Jennifer Wysokowski

my first listen every morning. love Brad and the way he delivers the stories. great interviews that try to cover the questions of the day.

May 14th
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Desi Gned

Thank you

Mar 30th
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Jan 13th
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tlc jr

Quite an episode. So much to digest today. Nice work, as always.

Jun 27th
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Andi-Roo Libecap

Once again, we're blaming individuals instead of Corporate America for pollution. Okay, yes, we each need to do our best, sure sure sure. I do go to the trouble of separating my trash and placing my recyclables in the corresponding bin. But until companies get it together and start thinking long-term, miss me with that shit.

May 23rd
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Heidi Charlebois

Indian casinos?

Feb 16th
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Elizabeth Burns

Violence is the essence of the right.

Aug 19th
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Elizabeth Burns

GOP hypocrisy is deafening.

Aug 12th
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Elizabeth Burns

No sympathy for the GOP. Theft of classified docs is a crime. Period.

Aug 10th
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Khalid Shamlan

"String of deadly attacks in March!!!!" Can mention the numbers? What a big lie 🤥 Israel already killed more than 41 including lots of children. Where is the justice?

Aug 8th
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Elizabeth Burns

The damage is done. There is no taking anything back.

Aug 8th
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Elizabeth Burns

Never say never, Mr. Bannon.

Jul 21st
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Elizabeth Burns

Ukraine is Russia's Ireland. The depth of Ukrainian culture & history is impossible to displace. I see much partisan warfare in Russia's future. Lots of poisoned cherries in that basket. The Chechens were bought. Ukrainians? I don't think so.

Jul 14th
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Elizabeth Burns

Condemning this racist murderer in Buffalo changes absolutely nothing. Ban assault weapons and 20+ round magazines. Period.

Jun 18th
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Elizabeth Burns

Police and politicians deserve NO civil protections whatsoever! They choose to be responsible, they must pay a high civil price when they facilitate crime or violate their oaths. PERIOD.

Jun 9th
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ID24230674

But yet between New York and Texas there are still mass shootings…not sure what you’re trying to propose is actually the answer to the problem.

May 27th
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John-Sebastian Barrera

Jeff Esptein and Brunel were murdered in custody. We all know this

Mar 11th
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Zack Campbell

"American officials are outraged after 'space debris' from a Russian laser endangered astronauts." ...was the sentence that made me realize that we're living in a James Bond novel.

Nov 17th
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