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Record-breaking temperatures are serving as yet another wake-up call for the people of this planet, as Europe bakes under intense heat. Thousands have died and firefighters are battling flames from France to Greece. We're joined by Bob Ward from the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change, and the climate-focused mayor of Bristol England, Marvin Rees. 

Also on today's show: Simon Munday, author of Race for Tomorrow, who traveled to 26 countries to discover how those on the frontlines are adapting to the climate crisis; Sinn Fein VP Michelle O'Neill.

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Brand new CNN polling reveals US voters are evenly split between the two major parties. Our CNN political director David Chalian breaks it all down for us. Plus, we bring you new and important reporting on the January 6 panel's primetime witness list. And, Democrats push the MAGA candidate in a Trump v. establishment battle in Maryland.

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The British government has some advice today, which could equally apply to many parts of Europe and the world: don’t go anywhere and don’t do anything. The unusual advice is because, for the first time ever, the UK is under a red alert warning for extreme heat. Temperatures could reach a record 105 degrees Fahrenheit this week in the country. Experts say climate change is making heatwaves like this one more frequent and more intense, and the UN Secretary General says humanity is facing “collective suicide.” Professor Myles Allen has contributed to several IPCC UN reports on climate change and joins Sara Sidner to discuss. 

Also on today's show: Igor Zhovkva, Ukrainian President Zelensky's chief diplomatic adviser; US Democratic Congressman Tom Malinowski; Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah, author of the new taboo-busting book The Sex Lives of African Women.

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The evidence against Donald Trump simply keeps mounting, as his multi-pronged efforts to overturn the will of the people in the 2020 election continue to be exposed in the January 6 hearings. While some have since changed their tune, what is clear is that the former president was surrounded by a group of enablers and – in some cases – sycophants. They are the focus of Mark Leibovich’s new book, Thank You For Your Servitude, in which he profiles Republicans such as Lindsey Graham and Rick Perry, who went from scorning Trump to serving him. The author joins the show to discuss. 

Also on today's show: A new documentary investigates the Boy Scouts of America, exposing some of the 82,000 claims of sexual abuse against the youth organization, with firsthand accounts from survivors. Director Irene Taylor and former boy scout Stuart Lord join Hari Sreenivasan to discuss the century-long coverup.

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President Biden says his ongoing visit to the Middle East is an opportunity to fix the “mistake” of walking away from America’s influence in the region. But after visiting Israel, the next leg of his trip brings him to Saudi Arabia, where he will meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Critics fear the visit could end in compromises on human rights and democratic values that could further damage America’s global reputation. Correspondent Nic Robertson brings us his report from Saudi Arabia, examining Bin Salman’s reformist vision – and his brutal record. 

Also on today's show: Saudi human rights activist Lina al-Hathloul; US Senate Democrat Raphael Warnock; Yariv Mozer, director of The Devil’s Confession: The Lost Eichmann Tapes.

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President Biden is in Israel, the 10th trip of his lifetime but his first as America’s commander in chief. Israel’s new interim prime minister Yair Lapid welcomed Biden warmly, calling him one of the best friends Israel has ever known. But the lovefest between leaders surely won’t continue on Friday when Biden heads to Saudi Arabia for his controversial meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman. Biden has previously called the country a “pariah” for its killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and other human rights violations. But with rising gas prices and concerns about Iran and China, President Biden has decided the visit is in America’s interest. To discuss all this, Bianna speaks with Martin Indyk, who served as US Ambassador to Israel and US Special Envoy for Peace. 

Also on today's show: New York Times South Asia correspondent Emily Schmall on the chaos in Sri Lanka; historian Kathleen Belew, author of Bring The War Home; acclaimed writer Patrick Radden Keefe.

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President Biden and the Democratic Party are lauding the passage of the first major gun rights legislation in decades. It’s a small victory after the Supreme Court ruled to expand gun rights, and Chicago could be the measure of its success. The city is struggling with high levels of gun violence and lethal crime: in 2021, it experienced one of its deadliest years in recent memory, with almost 800 homicides. The state of Illinois is also bracing for the impact of the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade, as although abortion access remains legal there, it’s surrounded by states where bans are coming into effect, meaning local providers could be overwhelmed. Chicago’s Mayor Lori Lightfoot recently announced she is running for reelection, and she is currently in Europe to champion the city’s economic recovery. She joins the show from the sidelines of Fintech Week London. 

Also on today's show: political economist Ahilan Kadirgamar, who took part in the Sri Lankan protests; author Ken Auletta, whose new book Hollywood Ending deals with the Harvey Weinstein saga; Tim Miller, author of Why We Did It, which explores his involvement with the GOP.

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America’s best days lie ahead – that’s the message President Biden has tried to relay in recent days. But many Americans don’t agree: a staggering 85% say the country is headed in the wrong direction, amid constant mass shootings, a cost-of-living crisis, the erosion of rights, and ongoing threats to democracy. Abroad, its key ally Britain is in turmoil, while China is growing ever more ambitious, and Ukraine depends on the US to help defend the liberal world order. President Zelensky is praising western-supplied weapons as “working very powerfully,” but it’s clear he needs more, especially fighter aircraft. The importance of winning the skies has been largely overlooked, so in today's show we turn to an expert. Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr. is chief of staff for the US Air Force and the first Black officer to lead a branch of the military. Now, he’s focused on reforming the institution, and he speaks with Christiane from the Pentagon. 

Also on today's show: actor David Harbour (Stranger Things); author Helen Zia (Last Boat out of Shanghai).

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In the end, it took nearly 60 government resignations, more personal scandals than one can count, and a painful amount of drama and dysfunction. But the moment finally came today when British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced he would step down – except he wants to stay on until his successor is chosen, which could be months from now. He painted his legacy in terms of getting Brexit done, the Covid vaccine rollout, and Britain’s support for Ukraine. But Johnson’s time in office will surely also be remembered for the tsunami of self-inflicted crises, breaking the law over Partygate, and his many attempts to cling onto power. Alistair Burt served under Boris Johnson at the UK Foreign Office and joins the show to discuss. 

Also on today's show: CNN International Diplomatic Editor Nic Robertson, Finnish President Sauli Niinistö, historians Catherine Haddon and Simon Schama.

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