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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates at 6am, 9am, 12pm, 5pm and 10pm Eastern, every weekday.

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Episodes

5 PM ET: House removes McCarthy, Ford & GM layoffs, Pakistan mass deportations & more

10/3/2023
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has been ousted from his leadership role in a historic vote. General Motors and Ford say they're laying off more workers at plants in the US. New economic data has investors worried that interest rate hikes will linger. We have new developments on the suspect accused of kidnapping a 9-year-old girl during a New York camping trip. And, Pakistan is cracking down on undocumented immigrants in the country. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:21

12 PM ET: Hunter Biden charges, Trump’s fraud trial, Pope’s potential blessing & more

10/3/2023
Hunter Biden has pleaded not guilty to three firearms charges in Delaware. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump was also in court this morning for the second day of his civil fraud trial in New York. Parents are struggling to find the updated Covid-19 vaccine for their young kids. The US is putting pressure on Ukraine to do more to combat government corruption. And, Pope France suggested that people in same-sex unions could be blessed by Catholic priests on a case-by-case basis. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:23

9 AM ET: Speaker's next steps, migrant NY jobs, organ harvesting ring & more

10/3/2023
We'll explain the possible next steps as a motion to remove Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker is set to be voted on. New York’s governor says thousands jobs will soon be available for some migrants. The Kansas police chief who ordered a raid on a local newspaper has resigned. Pakistani police have taken down an organ harvesting ring selling kidneys to the wealthy. Plus, a federal court rules against a firm awarding grants to exclusively to Black women. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:28

6 AM ET: Gaetz's Speaker motion, Kelly confirms Trump stories, late-night talk shows return & more

10/3/2023
GOP Congressman Matt Gaetz has moved to force a vote to remove his fellow Republican Kevin McCarthy from the Speaker's chair. As the first day of former President Donald Trump's civil fraud trial took place, his longest-serving chief of staff exclusively confirmed to CNN several several damning stories about things Trump said behind closed doors. A House Democrat from Texas was carjacked in Washington DC last night. Late-night network talk shows returned to the air last night, as the actors' union and studios met to resolve their deadlock. And, we'll tell you why the next Australian Open will be a little bit longer To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:30

10 PM ET: Trump fraud trial latest, motion against McCarthy, missing NY girl found & more

10/2/2023
We begin with key takeaways from the start of a civil fraud trial against former President Donald Trump, his adult sons, their businesses and several Trump Organization executives. Plus, GOP Congressman Matt Gaetz has introduced a motion to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. A key witness in the Georgia election interference case is asking for immunity in exchange to testify in the first trial later this month. The UN Security Council has approved sending foreign forces to Haiti to address the country’s gang violence. Lastly, police say a 9-year-old girl who disappeared during a camping trip in upstate New York has been found safe. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:03

5 PM ET: Trump in court, McCarthy’s speakership fight, missing NY girl & more

10/2/2023
The start of a civil fraud trial against former President Donald Trump, his adult sons, their businesses and several executives has wrapped up for the day. An appeal to disqualify Trump from running for office is one of two cases the US Supreme court declined to take up on the first day of its new term. Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz is accusing House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of making a side deal on Ukraine aid. Authorities have ramped up a desperate search for a missing 9-year-old girl in upstate New York. And, unlawful migrant crossings at the southern border have reached a record high for the year. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:28

12 PM ET: Trump’s fraud trial, deadly roof collapse, Simone Biles’ return & more

10/2/2023
Former President Donald Trump is in New York for the civil fraud trial against him, his sons and his businesses — we have the latest. While some House Republicans want to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his job, others in the party are trying to protect him. At least nine people were killed after a church roof collapsed in Mexico. Nearly two months after the Maui wildfires, some Lahaina residents are returning to see what’s left of their homes. And, Simone Biles has returned to gymnastics with a bang. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:27

9 AM ET: House fight for Speaker, smoke over NE, SCOTUS session begins & more

10/2/2023
As the right flank of the House GOP challenges Kevin McCarthy's role as Speaker, both sides will need Democrats for support. The UAW says it's reached a tentative deal with Mack trucks, as strikes continue against the Big Three automakers. Once again, wildfire smoke from Canada is expected to blanket the Northeast today. The Supreme Court’s new session begins today – we'll tell you about some of the major cases set to be heard. And, an American and a Hungarian scientist have jointly won the Nobel Prize in medicine. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:27

6 AM ET: Gaetz versus McCarthy, Feinstein's replacement, potential healthcare strike & more

10/2/2023
Congressman Matt Gaetz tells CNN he plans to try and oust fellow Republican Kevin McCarthy from the House Speaker’s chair following a deal to avoid a government shutdown. Meanwhile, the lack of additional funding for Ukraine in the spending bill has left some people in the war-torn country nervous. California’s governor has announced his choice to replace the late Senator Diane Feinstein’s seat. Turkey says it’s carried out airstrikes following an attack in its capital. Plus, a large healthcare worker strike could hit the US later this week. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:30

One Thing: Your Burning Hunter Biden Questions, Answered

10/1/2023
Hunter Biden is due in court this week on federal gun charges after becoming the first child of a sitting president to be charged by the Justice Department. Separately, House Republicans held their first public hearing last week in the impeachment inquiry into his father - President Joe Biden – despite failing to show any evidence that the president himself received foreign money. There can be a lot to keep track of, so: what are the facts, and what is just political posturing? In today’s episode, we examine the long legal saga of Hunter Biden and how it could impact the 2024 presidential race. Guest: Kara Scannell, CNN Correspondent To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:17:09

3 PM ET: GOP’s new shutdown plan, NYC drying out, Paris bedbug invasion & more

9/30/2023
House Republicans plan to put forward a short-term funding bill in hopes of averting a government shutdown – but they’ll need support from Democrats to do it. Meanwhile, Kevin McCarthy's speakership could be on the line. Residents in southern Illinois are under evacuation orders after a semi-truck carrying ammonia crashes. Rainfall records were smashed in New York City yesterday in what scientists say is yet another sign of a changing climate. And Paris is dealing with a “widespread” bedbug problem ahead of the 2024 Olympics. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:28

10 AM ET: Shutdown stalemate, health care strike looming, Slovakia election & more

9/30/2023
House Republican meet behind closed doors as a government shutdown looms – we’ll explain how it could impact the economy. The largest health care strike in US history could be on the horizon if a labor deal isn’t reached. A Kremlin apologist is leading in the polls as Ukraine’s neighbor elects a new prime minister. The brother of Tupac Shakur speaks to CNN after an arrest was made in the rapper’s shooting death. And celebrations are planned for former President Jimmy Carter’s 99th birthday. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:34

10 PM ET: Funding deal battle, IRS contractor charged, Trump co-defendant pleads guilty & more

9/29/2023
Congress is up against the clock to keep the government funded past Saturday or risk a shutdown – we’ll break down the options House Speaker Kevin McCarthy laid out to Republicans. An IRS contractor accused of stealing former President Donald Trump’s tax returns has been charged. We’ll tell you which one of Trump’s co-defendants became the first to plead guilty in a Georgia election interference case. A teen charged in mass shooting at a Michigan high school has been given the harshest possible punishment in the state. Lastly, Toys ‘R’ US stores are making another comeback. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:09

5 PM ET: House spending measure fails, flooding emergency, Tupac murder suspect & more

9/29/2023
The House failed to advance its version of a stopgap bill, moving the US closer to a government shutdown. Heavy rain and flooding triggered a state of emergency in New Jersey and New York. President Joe Biden paid tribute to late Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who died following health complications. Army Gen. Mark Milley appeared to take a swipe at former President Donald Trump in his retirement address. And, we have details on an indictment made in connection to rapper Tupac Shakur’s death. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:29

12 PM ET: Sen. Feinstein dies, UAW expands strike, offshore drilling projects & more

9/29/2023
Senator Dianne Feinstein, who spent three decades serving in the US Senate, has died at the age of 90. We're less than two days from a government shutdown if Congress doesn't agree on a funding deal. The UAW says more workers will go on strike against Ford and General Motors. The Biden Administration says it's planning more offshore oil and gas drilling projects. Plus, hear what some early primary state voters thought of Wednesday's GOP primary debate. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:27

9 AM ET: McCarthy's optimism, UAW strike deadline, Netflix end of an era & more

9/29/2023
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy claims he still has time to avoid a government shutdown. A new report says 72,000 gun suicides could have been prevented since 1999 if all states followed the country's strictest gun laws. A blast in Pakistan has killed dozens of people. The auto workers' strike could expand again today. Plus, no more red envelopes from Netflix. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:14

6 AM ET: Federal workers' uncertainty, dire mental health warning, Ryder Cup hopes & more

9/29/2023
Lawmakers are no closer to avoiding a government shutdown, leaving federal workers uncertain about their future. Former President Donald Trump won't be asking to move his Georgia election subversion case to federal court. US Surgeons General give a stark warning about the mental health crisis. New York City is in for a wet weekend with flood warnings in place. Plus, team USA tries to win the Ryder Cup on European soil for the first time in 30 years. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:30

10 PM ET: Trump’s Georgia case, Philadelphia looting, Senate dress code & more

9/28/2023
Former President Donald Trump has decided not to move his Georgia election interference case to federal court. Looting around Philadelphia has led to dozens of arrests. Israel’s Supreme Court has started hearing challenges to a new law that makes it harder to remove a prime minister from office. We have new developments on a Chinese email hack that impacted multiple federal agencies. Lastly, we’ll explain the Senate’s formal dress code policy. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:03:25

5 PM ET: Biden impeachment inquiry, Biden addresses democracy threats, mortgage rates climb & more

9/28/2023
We begin with key takeaways from House Republicans’ first impeachment inquiry hearing into President Joe Biden. We’ll also tell you where the battle to pass a spending bill stands ahead of a deadline to avoid a shutdown. Biden gave a speech in Arizona characterizing former President Donald Trump and “MAGA Republicans" as a direct threat to democracy. A deadly shooting rampage unfolded in the Dutch city of Rotterdam – we have details. And, mortgage rates hit a 23-year high. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:31

12 PM ET: Impeachment hearing begins, Baltimore CEO killing suspect, Ozempic label change & more

9/28/2023
The first hearing of House Republican's impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden is underway. We'll tell you what House and Senate lawmakers are planning as a government shutdown gets closer. We're learning new details about the suspect arrested in connection to the killing of a tech CEO in Baltimore. The FDA has updated the label on diabetes drug Ozempic after some users experienced blocked intestines. Plus, a MLB player makes history by hitting 40 home runs and stealing 70 bases in a single season. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Duration:00:04:21