CNN 5 Things

We start with the shooting and fire at a church in Michigan, yesterday. We have the latest on President Donald Trump’s plans to send troops to Portland, Chicago and Memphis. Trump is holding 11th hour meetings with GOP and Democratic lawmakers to avoid a government shutdown. NYC Mayor Eric Adams is ending his reelection bid. And, there’s not one, but two hurricanes threatening US beaches this week.

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The Trump administration’s surprise announcement that it will boost H-1B visa application fees to $100,000 has caused widespread fear and confusion among foreign workers. The proposed changes are also sparking concerns for American businesses that won’t be able to foot the bill. Is American innovation at risk?

Guest: Aizada Marat, Alma CEO

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Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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The last time the Chicago River Swim happened was when Calvin Coolidge was president. These bears in Alaska bulk up for the winter – and for internet glory. A rare surgery brought one man’s world back into focus. New space technology might help fight wildfires. Plus, the 100+ year long streak is over for a family in Texas family.  

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Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco 

Producer: Eryn Mathewson 

Showrunner: Faiz Jamil 

Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: Alexander Rodway 

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President Donald Trump is threatening to target his perceived political foes after James Comey’s indictment. The blackout of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” is over. An ICE agent’s courthouse confrontation is sparking outrage. New details are emerging about Pete Hegseth’s surprise gathering of top military officials. Plus, the new storm system that could impact the US.

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Israel's prime minister attacked Iran and Western countries in a fiery speech at the UN today. We have the latest on the indictment of former FBI director James Comey. Americans' spending went up last month but so did inflation. A federal shutdown is just days away with no solution in sight. Plus, a celebrity battle over non-stick cookware.

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Former FBI director James Comey has been indicted by the DOJ. President Donald Trump is slapping a huge levy on some medicines made outside the US. CNN has interviewed a senior Hamas official. A mysterious gathering of US military personnel is being called by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Plus, the reason why Russia is banning fuel exports.

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Authorities gave new findings in their Dallas ICE field office shooting investigation. President Donald Trump weighed in on the pressure campaign to indict former FBI Director James Comey. We’ll explain why the defense secretary’s sudden move to meet military officers next week is highly unusual. We have details about Amazon’s settlement with the FTC over Prime subscriptions. Plus, Sean “Diddy” Combs makes his latest court appearance ahead of his sentencing.

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We’ll break down new, promising economic data. Starbucks announces store closures and another round of layoffs. The FDA says it will study the safety and efficacy of the widely-used abortion drug mifepristone. We’re a step closer to a US TikTok deal. Plus, a Paris court has ruled a former French President must go to prison.

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With a government shutdown looming, the White House is threatening more federal firings. We have the latest on the shooting at an ICE detention facility in Dallas. Federal prosecutors are weighing up an indictment for former FBI director James Comey. The UN General Assembly is set to hear from the Palestinian Authority president today. Plus, how Jimmy Kimmel fared on his return to his late-night show.

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We start with an update on a deadly shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas. Joe Rogan weighs in on Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension. A DOJ official is walking back a recent threat to investigate an FBI agent. The Trump administration is offering purged federal workers a chance. Plus, a noteworthy forecast in the final months of hurricane season.

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