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A failed GOP candidate is in custody, accused of hiring gunmen to shoot Democrat lawmakers at their homes. One of the targets joins react to the arrest. Plus, are there more classified documents at Biden residences? CNN This Morning reports on additional searches that could be on the way. And, an ex-roommate of Republican Rep. George Santos speaks out on the lawmaker’s “Delusions”.

Also this morning: how a “Godfather” Mafia boss evaded capture for 30 years, Tesla cuts car prices by as much as 20% amid troubles, a father is arrested after a toddler is seen playing with a loaded gun on TV, a Russian missile designed to destroy ships decimates a Ukrainian apartment building, new bars are serving the “sober curious”, and the artist behind the new MLK monument responds to criticism.

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Five further classified documents have been found at Biden’s home and House Republicans are demanding answers. Plus, the FAA is investigating a very close call between two planes at New York’s JFK airport. And, a University of Georgia football player and a staffer have been a killed in a car crash after a celebration.

Actress Janelle Monáe joins to discuss her role in “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery”, and CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta takes a rare look inside the NFL prepping for medical emergencies. Also this morning: pressure grows to remove Republican Rep. George Santos if he broke campaign finance laws, MLK Day: remembering Martin Luther King’s legacy beyond “I have a dream”, and will Congress agree to raise the debt ceiling, or is there a political fight ahead?

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A special counsel has been appointed to investigate the Biden classified documents case - but what are the possible crimes and could the current President be charged? Plus, tributes pour in after Lisa Marie Presley, the only daughter of Elvis Presley, dies aged 54 after going into cardiac arrest. And, a state of emergency is declared in Alabama and Georgia after 7 people are killed as tornadoes ravage parts of the South.

Also this morning: tape tells all - how Republicans downplayed Trump’s classified documents scandal but have pounced on Biden’s, how internet sleuths are spreading misinformation about the Idaho college murders online, Ukraine refutes Russia’s claim of capturing the key town of Soledar, and a police report says Ana Walshe’s husband threatened to kill her.

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New questions arise as Biden aides find a second batch of classified documents at another location linked to the President, some marked top secret. Plus, pressure mounts on Republican Rep. George Santos to resign over his web of lies to voters. And, some hardliners in the Speaker battle get key House committee assignments.

Also this morning: Proud Boys leaders are on trial for seditious conspiracy, the FAA says a corrupted database file led to the stoppage that delayed over 10,000 flights yesterday, Putin replaces a top military commander again as his invasion of Ukraine falters, and the implications of the House GOP’s desire to abolish the IRS.

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BREAKING NEWS: The FAA orders airlines to pause all US departures until 9am today amid a system outage. Plus, Biden says he was “Surprised” by the 10 classified documents found at one of the private offices he used as Vice President. And, relentless floods, mudslides and winds batter California leaving at least 17 dead, with further “Atmospheric River” events expected in the coming days.

Also this morning: The Uvalde police chief revels why he waited to stop the active shooter in the Robb Elementary School massacre, two Democrats file a House ethics complaint against GOP Rep. George Santos, and The Golden Globes returns to TV after its diversity controversy, with multiple people of color winning prizes. But has the scandal gone away?

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Classified documents from Biden’s time as Vice President have been found in one of his private offices, triggering a DOJ review. Plus, Rudy Giuliani has been subpoenaed in the special counsel's investigation into Trump's fundraising after the efforts to overturn the 2020 election. And, the search intensifies for missing Massachusetts mom Ana Walshe, after investigators discover her husband searched the internet for “how to dispose of a woman’s body”.

CNN Medical Correspondent Dr Tara Narula looks at study showing eating healthier reduces early death by 20%, and CNN Senior Data Reporter Harry Enten takes a look at the biggest Mega Millions jackpots ever, as Tuesday’s prize reaches $1.1 billion. Also this morning: Biden announces new a plan to lower student loan payments, Seattle schools sue big tech for aiding anxiety and depression in kids, thousands of nurses strike at two of NYC’s largest hospitals, and a new survey shows most teens are exposed to online porn by the age of 12.

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Bolsonaro backers have stormed Brazil’s presidential and government buildings in a coup attempt fueled by rigged election lies, in an echoing of January 6. Plus, President Biden visited the southern border for the first time since taking office but did not meet with or see any migrants there on the ground. CNN Correspondent Rosa Flores reports on how the White House is explaining that. And, Prince Harry opens up in his first solo American interview about the rift with his brother, Princess Diana’s death, all of the royal leaks to the media, and why he accuses the Queen Consort of being “dangerous”.

Also this morning: Kevin McCarthy begins to lead a divided GOP in a raucous House, Biden struggles to confirm judges in the South and thwart Trump’s impact, a 6-year old boy is in custody after shooting his teacher, Damar Hamlin is to be released from hospital in the coming days, and fighting intensifies after a Russian ceasefire, which Ukraine called a ploy.

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Chaos at the Capitol intensifies as Kevin McCarthy’s bid for Speaker fails for the 11th time amid a GOP revolt. Plus, Trump is being sued by the estate of a Capitol officer who died after the January 6 attack, as investigations in to Trump’s role in the insurrection also heat up. And, an Idaho University murder victim’s father speaks out after DNA found on a knife sheath links the suspect to the killings.

CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports on the FDA’s impending decision on an experimental Alzheimer’s drug, and CNN Senior Data Reporter Harry Enten takes a look at how profitable the NFL is. Also this morning: Biden is to mark the 2-years since January 6 with honors for heroes, the US economy adds 223,000 jobs in December, and a unilateral Russian ceasefire is underway in Ukraine at Putin’s order.

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The US Government is at a standstill after two-days of stinging defeat for Kevin McCarthy in six consecutive votes, as he continues to make big concessions to get the gavel. Plus, the FBI issues a new appeal in the Capitol pipe bomb investigation with a $500,000 reward, two-years after explosives were placed near both the Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters on the eve of the insurrection. And, there’s new details on the a Royal feud between Harry and William, with the younger brother saying the future king “knocked him to the ground” in an argument about Meghan. CNN Royal Anchor Max Foster reports live from London on how the Palace is responding.

Also on CNN This Morning: global health officials urge China to be more transparent about the severity of its Covid outbreak, the NFL’s Damar Hamlin is still in critical condition after his heart attack on the field, Southwest Airlines passengers are still waiting for their lost luggage, and playing football is facing a decline in the US.

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The House reconvenes after a historic stalemate yesterday that saw Kevin McCarthy rejected three times for Speaker after a revolt by 20 Republicans. CNN Senior Data reporter Harry Enten looks at the scenarios in which the Speaker vote may play out today. Plus, CNN Medical Correspondent Dr. Tara Narula joins to talk about the FDA allowing pharmacies to dispense abortion pills to patients. And, former Capitol Police Chief Steven A. Sund joins to discuss the lead up to the Capitol attack, the response, and the aftermath.

Also this Morning: the latest updates on Buffalo Bills star Damar Hamlin’s health following a his cardiac arrest during Monday night’s game; parts made by US companies are found inside an Iranian attack drone; Damar Hamlin’s Toy Drive Charity tops $6M in donations in an outpouring of support, and California braces for more “Brutal” flooding.

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