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Trump back in TX with one week until election day. Comey calls DOJ effort to prosecute him a third time an "appalling abuse" of power. Israel holds first elections since October 7 attacks. Convicted murderer escapes Tennessee prison. And a Colorado man pans for gold to make his girlfriend's engagement ring.

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Tensions rise in the Middle East over potential new US strikes on Iran after next week’s midterms. Anthropic’s highly anticipated Wall Street debut comes with growing concerns around AI safety. A teenager will be charged as an adult after a mass shooting in Florida over the weekend. The daughter of former FBI Director James Comey wins a major legal battle against the Justice Department. Plus, Hollywood mourns the loss of two legends.

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A top Republican super PAC is making late ad buys in a state that would have been unthinkable not long ago: Mississippi. While party officials may not think they will actually lose the Senate race in the GOP stronghold, it speaks to the rapid rise of Democratic nominee Scott Colom. We look at what a growing “blacklash” against GOP voting moves looks like. 

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Guest: Fredreka Schouten, CNN National Political Writer 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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Trump, Obama go on attack with days until the midterms. Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returns from exile to hero's welcome. California ballot fight. Tallahassee Police asking for tips after mass shooting near FAMU stadium. And a retired NYPD firefighter surprises a teacher who wrote him a thank you note as a 4th grader after 9/11.

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Israelis are heading to the polls this week in a high-stakes election that could imperil Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyhu’s grip on power. But what is motivating voters? And does the endorsement of US President Donald Trump make a difference?  

For more: Israel is holding its most important election in years. Here’s what’s at stake

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Guest: Tal Shalev, CNN Senior Reporter 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: Oren Liebermann 

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A type of light therapy popular in skincare could be a game changer for people undergoing IVF. Meet the first dad in the US to use a new device that helps parents bond with their premature babies. A livestream of newborn puppies is so popular in Finland, it had more views last year than the country has people. A new study offers hope for restoring damaged coral reefs. Plus, what a tiny “immortal jellyfish” could teach us about treating age-related illnesses. 

Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco 

Producer: Eryn Mathewson  

Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: Ava Bambuck, Jacqueline Howard, Lacey Russell 

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An elections forecaster predicts a bleak midterm outlook for Republicans, as the Trump administration preemptively sues to challenge Alaska’s Senate race. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces plans to demolish a Palestinian neighborhood in the West Bank. First Lady Melania Trump says she secured a limited ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. A Mississippi police officer resigns after fatally shooting a 1-year-old boy. Plus, the World Series kicks off tonight

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Republicans worked hard in 2024 to court young men who were fans of combat sports and certain podcasters. After helping fuel President Donald Trump to victory, there are signs this group has soured on him and may not even vote at all in the midterms. We explore how the party is trying to keep them around and whether Democrats are having any success either.

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Guest: Steve Contorno, CNN Senior Reporter

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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President Trump says a Vivek Ramaswamy ad featuring the estranged mom of his democratic opponent is "fair game".  Sources tell CNN the Justice Department is investigating misconduct allegations against Trump ally Corey Lewandowski. Ukrainians dispute that Elon Musk has restored Starlink on battlefield. New York City approves ban on horse-drawn carriage rides. And Idaho inmates are growing thousands of native plants to help with wildfire recovery.

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Ohio gubernatorial candidate, Vivek Ramaswamy refuses to pull a controversial ad targeting his opponent despite backlash. A magnitude 7 earthquake shakes China’s Tibet region. Websites worldwide shutdown after AI reveals critical cybersecurity flaws. An 82-year-old democratic senator in Virginia faces racketeering and other charges tied to an alleged marijuana operation. Plus, France reports its first known human case of a virus typically found in livestock.

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