CNN 5 Things

We start with an update on where things stand between the US and Iran after weekend talks failed to produce a breakthrough. President Donald Trump addressed a photo that showed him as a Jesus-like figure. A Democratic congressman says he plans to resign over sexual misconduct allegations. A teenager has been charged as an adult in Florida. Plus, the saga over Trump’s defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal isn’t over yet.

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Oil prices are spiking after the US military blocked ships from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz. Pope Leo is pushing back after President Donald Trump insulted him. Thousands of Hungarians are celebrating after Viktor Orbán lost his bid for reelection as prime minister. A Senate bill meant to improve housing affordability could end up doing the opposite. Plus, Britney Spears has checked into a rehab facility following a DUI arrest last month.

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Rep. Eric Swalwell drops his bid for CA governor.  US to enforce a blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz.  President Trump attacks Pope Leo. Rory McIlroy claims back-to-back Masters titles. Plus, runners break fast food record.

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The Trump administration’s effort to build a national citizen database is running into roadblocks in court and alarming some election officials on both sides of the aisle. But what is this data for? And how could it be used? We hear from one election official about why he’s pushing back, and look at how election integrity concerns are playing out in other parts of the country. 

For more: Trump is trying to build a massive voter database. Election officials are afraid of what he’ll do with it 

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Guests: David Yates, Jefferson County (KY) Clerk & Tierney Sneed, CNN Reporter 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

Photo: Carlos Osorio/Reuters/File 

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Some singles are skipping swiping and letting their friends take the lead on their love life. Two first responders thousands of miles apart are now connected forever by a life-saving choice. Two brothers in the Bay Area started a school program that helps families and the planet. A lost border collie was rescued after a hiking trip gone wrong. Plus, one of the most memorable phone numbers in music is being used in a new way. 

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Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco 

Producer: Eryn Mathewson  

Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: Victoria Fleischer 

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President Donald Trump warns Iran ahead of critical negotiations this weekend about the war. Former Vice President Kamala Harris weighs in about her political future. Trump thrusts the latest immigration case into the national spotlight. We’ll tell you which parts of the US could see severe storms and tornadoes. Plus, the government is turning to an unlikely talent pool to address the air traffic controller shortage.

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Vice President JD Vance joins high stakes negotiations in Pakistan, as Israel continues its push to disarm Hezbollah. A new report shows inflation jumped in March. A USDA employee has formally complained about an Easter message from the Agriculture Secretary. Russia and Ukraine to agreed to a temporary ceasefire for Orthodox Easter. Plus, new questions in the case of an American woman who allegedly went overboard in the Bahamas

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Peace talks between the US and Iran are set for Saturday in Pakistan.  Melania Trump blasts “lies” linking her with Jeffrey Epstein. A Federal appeals court weighs the validity of Sean Combs sentencing. Artemis II nears the end of its historic mission, with splashdown set for tonight. Plus, the “Zammoth" takes to the ice in Utah.

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Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continue as the Israeli prime minister pursues talks with Lebanon. The First Lady blasted links to Jeffrey Epstein in rare remarks from the White House. We’ll break down what weather forecasters are expecting this hurricane season. ICE agents are starting to leave some airports, as a partial government shutdown continues. Plus, why scientists say the world’s oldest octopus may be something else.

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Ceasefire Confusion, Diddy's Appeal, Hawaii Flood Watch and more 
 
A fragile US-Israel truce with Iran appears to be holding, as some ships are now moving through the Strait of Hormuz. New data from the department of Commerce shows a mixed picture of the US economy. Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs are back in court today. We explain why the US fertility rate has hit record low. Plus, a powerful storm has triggered flood warning across Hawaii for a second day in a row. 

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