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The GOP is doing some serious soul-searching after a midterm wipeout which saw the Democrats retake the House and Senate. With some fingers pointing at President Donald Trump and an impeachment vote against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth looming, what should become of the MAGA movement? We take a temperature check from campus to Congress. 

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Guests: Drake Riddle, Univ. of Iowa College Republicans & Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL) 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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Forget the midterms — the votes are in for the new voice of Boston’s Logan Airport. Find out why college students across the country are partying with self-care in mind. As birdwatching booms among Gen Z, research suggests it could be an investment in your brain health. After a lifetime of medical challenges, Olivia DeKold found relief through an unusual intestinal procedure and a reason to believe in her future again. Plus, meet the New York City teen taking a unique approach to choosing a career. 

Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco 

Producer: Eryn Mathewson 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: Daria Casalini, Julia Vargas Jones 

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President Donald Trump announces a seismic shakeup after GOP midterm losses. There’s good news on the economy, but it comes with a major asterisk. Trump's new security proposal for Ukraine has Europe puzzled. Feds arrest the estranged father of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. Plus, Tesla plans to park the Cybertruck for good.

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Once Democrats take control in the House and Senate in January, what will they do with it? We examine why House leadership battles could become contentious and why an impeachment vote against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth could happen even before new members are sworn in. 

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Guest: Sarah Ferris, CNN Senior Reporter 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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Hegseth defiant in face of impeachment. Mississippi GOP raises prospect of legal action in senate vote count. Judge blocks construction of Trump's arch. Newsom commutes all CA death sentences. And scientists find oldest evidence of cannabis use for mind-altering effects.

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Democrats are projected to win their largest House majority since 2008, as some Republicans turn against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Bomb threats disrupt more flights in Europe. France sees its largest day of protests in months. British actor and comedian Russell Brand is found guilty of rape and sexual assault. Plus, another legend retires from international soccer after the 2026 World Cup.

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The stunning Senate and gubernatorial victories for Democrats in deep-red Texas were among the highlights of a historic Election Night for the party. But is it a flash in the pan, or part of a broader sea change? We explore where the MAGA erosion is most prominent in the state and look at why Elon Musk’s millions barely made a dent. 

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Guest: Jeff Zeleny, CNN Chief National Affairs Correspondent 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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Dems look to deliver on affordability. GOP looks for new leadership as Vance blames the Iran war for election losses. Security guard stops gunman who drove into office complex. Melania Trump hosting Ukraine and Russia at the White House. And the world's best restaurant is... 

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President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance share what they thought attributed to Republican midterm losses. House Speaker Mike Johnson says he’s stepping aside from a GOP leadership position in the next Congress. Wall Street votes "yes" on the midterm results. The nation’s largest drugstore retailer is breaking up its health care empire. And, how a woman’s first marathon came to a tragic end.

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Democrats retook both the House and Senate after romping through multiple deep-red states in a historic midterm election. Is this a product of President Donald Trump’s historic unpopularity, or a more fundamental reshaping of our politics? We take stock of the map and how Democrats could approach being in the majority for the final two years of Trump’s term. 

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Guest: David Chalian, CNN Washington Bureau Chief/Political Director 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin 

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