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Special counsel Jack Smith's report, released to the public overnight, says he had sufficient evidence to convict Donald Trump. Hostage and ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas inch closer to the finish line. President-elect Trump's pick to lead the Pentagon faces his first day of confirmation hearings. We discuss his chances Trump-Vance transition senior adviser Jason Miller. And officials issue a dire warning as near-hurricane force wind gusts pose new threats to fire-ravaged Southern California.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Crews battling those deadly wildfires in Southern California are facing new dangers this week as winds exacerbate the situation. Meanwhile, the incoming Trump administration is pointing fingers at California Democrats, citing a "serious lack of competent governance." And some of Donald Trump's most critical and controversial Cabinet selections will face tough questions this week from lawmakers on Capitol Hill this week.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While man Southern California residents are returning to the charred remains of their homes, but the threat from wildfires is far from over. It's sentencing day for Donald Trump, which will cement his status as the first person convicted of a felony to assume the presidency. John Fetterman becomes the first Democratic senator to make the trip to Mar-a-Lago to meet with Trump.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Residents in Southern California are reeling as multiple fires ripped through neighborhoods, leaving nothing but ash. And the danger is far from over. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is on the hill meeting with senators to strategize about how best to get his agenda through Congress. And Jimmy Carter will be honored today in the nation's capital.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tens of thousands evacuate as fierce winds fuel dangerous wildfires in Southern California. Officials warn the next six hours are going to be critical and that the worst is yet to come. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is not ruling out military or economic force to take what he wants. Plus, in his last print interview as President, Joe Biden tells USA Today he still thinks he could have beaten Trump.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Elon Musk dips his toes into international politics. Republicans argue about the best way to get Donald Trump's agenda passed. Meanwhile, one of the president-elect's closest allies has a new role with Meta.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congress will convene today to certify Donald Trump's election victory on the anniversary of the day his supporters stormed the Capitol. Republicans have big plans for Trump's first 100 days in office, but with their slim majority, it's going to be a major undertaking. Plus, we take a close look at the monster storm that could bring the heaviest snowfall in a decade to some areas. And according to Canadian media reports, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to resign just months before an election that he's widely predicted to lose.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Speaker Mike Johnson's bid to hold the gavel goes to a vote, putting the GOP's razor-thin majority to its first big test. Plus, the key details we're learning about the driver in New Orleans in the hours leading up to the deadly attack. And investigators try to find out why an active duty Green Beret orchestrated a cybertruck explosion outside of Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin this morning with the latest on the ongoing FBI investigation into the New Orleans truck attack that killed at least 15 people. Mere hours before what's being called a "terror" incident, the Army veteran suspected of being behind the wheel posted videos on social media indicating that he was inspired by ISIS. Plus, despite a key endorsement from the president-elect, House Speaker Mike Johnson still faces a numbers game in his fight to keep the gavel.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Funeral preparations are underway to honor the 39th president as America and the world pay tribute. Donald Trump endorses Mike Johnson in the House speaker fight, but will it be enough to save him? Plus, a MAGA civil war is brewing over immigration, pitting the president-elect's advisers versus his base.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The world is paying tribute to Jimmy Carter, America's 39th president, who died yesterday at the ripe old age of 100. We explore how a life of steadfast faith shaped his legacy both in and out of office. Plus, the search for answers is underway in South Korea after a plane crash kills 179 people.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A second black box is recovered as new questions swirl about Russia's involvement in that deadly Kazakhstan plane crash. Plus, how a discussion about immigration and visas turned into a referendum on American culture, sparking a MAGA civil war. And who wants to be a billionaire? The Mega Millions jackpot now over $1.15 billion.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald Trump uses his Christmas greeting to take aim at Panama, Greenland and Canada. Plus, new video of a deadly plane crash shows the aircraft flying erratically before crashing in Kazakhstan. And Beyonce spreads holiday cheer with an epic Netflix halftime show with a full lineup of special guests.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An ethics panel finds evidence that Matt Gaetz paid tens of thousands of dollars for sex and drugs while serving in Congress. Plus, new reaction this morning over Donald Trump's threat to take back the Panama Canal. Bill Clinton hospitalized. And the lawyer for the suspected CEO killer calls out New York City's mayor over that staged perp walk.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald Trump's latest threat is to take back the Panama Canal. How is that country's president responding? Plus, once a staunch supporter of the death penalty, President Biden is now commuting the sentences of dozens of federal death row inmates. And we bring you the best strategy if you're in the market for a new home in the new year.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Republicans head back to the drawing board after their plan to keep the government open fails. What will happen to Donald Trump's election case in Georgia now that prosecutor Fani Willis has been disqualified? Meanwhile, thousands of Amazon workers walk the picket line during the crucial holiday shopping rush.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A GOP-backed spending bill is scrapped after Donald Trump and Elon Musk criticized the deal. In an abrupt turn, the House Ethics committee decides to release its report on Matt Gaetz. The Supreme Court will now hear arguments on whether TikTok should be banned next month. Amazon workers plan to walk off the job this morning, right in the middle of the most critical holiday shopping days.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Siding with Donald Trump, House Republicans call for their former colleague Liz Cheney to be criminally investigated. Kamala Harris promises to keep fighting as questions swirl about her political future. Jeff Bezos becomes the latest in a long line of tech CEOs trying to make nice with the president-elect. Investigators try to piece together a motive after a teacher and a student were killed at a Wisconsin school. The government remains steadfast that there is nothing nefarious going on with those mysterious drones.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald Trump tries to tamp down concerns about RFK Jr.'s history of vaccine skepticism. Two are dead after a school shooting in Wisconsin. A White House intelligence committee demands answers about the uptick in unexplained drone sightings.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More mysterious drone sightings over the East Coast. Pete Hegseth may release his accuser from a confidentiality agreement. America's CEOs on high alert after the daytime assassination of one of their own.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices