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The January 6 Committee refers Donald Trump on four criminal charges including ‘Insurrection’, as pressure mounts on the DOJ to take action on the Committee’s “Roadmap to justice”. Incoming GOP Congressman George Santos comes under scrutiny for many apparent discrepancies in his resume, and CNN visits Snake Island to talk with the Ukrainian soldiers who defiantly rejected surrender to Russian forces there.

Plus, Trump’s tax returns are to be discussed in a House meeting today, CNN reports from the southern border as Chief Justice Roberts freezes “Title 42”, lawmakers race to pass a $1.7 trillion Government funding bill, a study shows China could see 1 million deaths due to its zero-Covid policy exit, and home prices are slowing but uncertainty persists in the housing market.

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The January 6 Committee is expected to announce highly anticipated criminal referrals against Donald Trump in just a few hours. What's at stake and who in his orbit should be worried? Elon musk asks his 122 million Twitter followers if he should step down as CEO following a chaotic 48 hours for the social media site, and Argentina beats France in penalties to win the World Cup in an epic finale.

Plus, the biggest moments in the January 6 investigation, jury selection begins in the Proud Boys sedition trial, El Paso declares a state of emergency ahead of Trump’s “Title 42” policy lifting, the Dept. of Energy is to shift the US light bulb market to efficient LED’s, FIFA rebuffs President Zelensky’s World Cup video message of peace, and CNN This Morning remembers distinguished investigative reporter, Drew Griffin.

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Why has Elon Musk banned multiple prominent journalists from Twitter, and what does this mean for free speech on the platform? Plus, a winter storm bombards millions of Americans with heavy snow and ice. And, why did the stock market post its worst day in months yesterday? 

Also on today's show: Why airlines are pulling back on perks ... FIFA rebuffs Zelensky's request for World Cup peace message ... Idaho police are tracking down 22,000 white Hyundai Elantras in their search for the killer of four college students.

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Elon Musk is pro-free speech…except when it comes to his critics. The Twitter user who had his account suspended for tracking Musk’s private jet to highlight the billionaire’s carbon footprint, joins CNN This Morning. The panel discusses Prince Harry saying his brother screamed, and his father lied during the Royal split, with Meghan adding, I was “Fed to the wolves” by the Palace, in the couple’s new Netflix docuseries. Plus, the other targets Paul Pelosi’s attacker had in his sights.

CNN Business and Politics Correspondent Vanessa Yurkevich reports on how more middle-aged men are disappearing from the workforce. CNN Senior Data Reporter Harry Enten looks at whether “Avatar 2” can break $2 billion to save a struggling box office. CNN Medical Correspondent Dr Tara Narula joins to talk about how infant deaths are higher in states with abortion restrictions. Plus, why organizations are skeptical of Musk’s “Twitter files”, and celebrities face exposure after the collapse of crypto giant FTX.

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Biden prepares for a migrant surge ahead of a Trump-era policy ending. El Paso officials are calling "Title 42" expiration a “Federal crisis”, as the DHS deploys more agents to the border. Bail has been denied for crypto king Sam Bankman-Fried, who stands accused of fraud over years, as CNN learns the FTX founder diverted customer funds to political campaigns. Sandy Hook survivor Cyrena Arokium, now 17, joins CNN This Morning 10-years later to discuss gun violence in America.

CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr, Sanjay Gupta fact checks Florida Governor DeSantis’ attacks on Covid vaccines which have saved over 3 million lives. Plus, a major breakthrough in talks to avert a Government shutdown, lawmakers unveil a bipartisan bill to ban TikTok in the US over spying concerns, public vs. private school: why US education is rapidly changing, and the World Cup renews debate: who is the greatest player of all time?

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Crypto chief Sam Bankman Fried is arrested in the Bahamas, just before he was to testify to Congress about the collapse of crypto exchange FTX, and is now charged with defrauding investors in a “House of cards”. Special counsel Jack Smith subpoenas Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensburger in the investigation into Trump’s coup attempt. An independent review reveals State documents indicating Uvalde Sheriff Nolasco had not completed active shooter training when he attended the Robb Elementary School massacre.

Alexandra Pelosi talks to Don Lemon about her new documentary on her mother Rep. Nancy Pelosi, “Pelosi the House”, and the trauma her family are experiencing following the brutal assault on her father. CNN Medical Correspondent Dr. Tara Narula joins to discuss a study that shows Covid vaccines saved 3.2 million lives, and kept 18.45 million out of hospital in the US. Plus, Afghan refugees in the US could face deportation unless Congress acts, hospitals across the US are overwhelmed amid “Tripledemic” surges, and CNN Senior Data Reporter Harry Enten looks at how often twins pursue the same career.

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There’s no deal in sight with just five days to go until a Government shutdown. CNN Congressional Correspondent Lauren Fox reports. Arizona Governor Kyrsten Simema builds a border wall of crates in her final days in office before becoming an independent,  and says both the Democrats and the GOP have “Failed’ the Southern border. The alleged bombmaker in the attack on Pan Am flight 103 is to face justice, and is now in US custody 34 years after the Lockerbie disaster.

The panel discusses Marjorie Taylor Greene saying she would’ve led and won an “armed” insurrection on January 6th, along with new research that shows we aren’t as divided as we think. Plus, Elon Musk gets a chilly reception from a crowd at a Dave Chappelle show, the new special counsel speeds ahead on Trump probes, migrant workers in the Qatar World cup speak out about abuse, and Will Sharpe, star of HBO’s “White Lotus” joins to talk about the mystery revealed in the season finale.

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WNBA star Brittney Griner’s ordeal is finally over as she lands on US soil following her release from a Russian prison. A former Trump Defense Chief tells CNN This Morning why he thinks the prisoner swap for arms dealer Viktor Bout was “Lopsided”. Just days after the Democrats pick up a 51-49 Senate majority, Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema announces she is leaving the Party and has registered as an independent. She speaks with CNN Anchor Jake Tapper about why.

The DOJ is seeking to hold Trump in contempt over the classified documents recovered in the FBI’s search of his Mar-a-Lago residence. Plus, CNN Crime and Justice Reporter Katy Polantz joins to discuss the key Trump allies who may face criminal referrals from the January 6th Panel, hospitals in the US are the fullest they’ve been since Covid, and Trevor Noah plays tribute to black women in his “Daily Show” goodbye.

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BREAKING NEWS: WNBA star Brittney Griner is freed in exchange for convicted arms dealer Viktor Bout, and is “Safe” and in “Good spirits” after her release. Putin warns the Russian people of a protracted war with Ukraine and refuses to rule out the possibility of using nuclear weapons. Buckingham Palace braces as the first “Harry and Meghan” episode is released, with Harry comparing the Royals' treatment of Meghan to Diana, calling it “Hunter Vs. Prey”.

Trump’s Ex-Chief of Staff reacts to the midterm losses of Trump’s picks, and tells Don Lemon the former president is “weak” with swing voters. Rep. James Comer has been selected as the next Chair of the House Oversight Committee. He reacts to Trump hosting racists, and discusses the upcoming probes into the Biden administration. Plus, there’s a new lead in the University of Idaho student killings as law enforcement look for a car seen near the students’ home on the night of the brutal attack, and the IRS requires Americans to report Cash App, Venmo and Paypal earnings over $600.

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Raphael Warnock wins the Georgia Senate runoff against Herschel Walker, securing a 51-49 Senate majority for the Democrats, and giving the final midterm rebuke to Trump endorsed candidates. Two Trump Organization companies have been found guilty on all 17 charges connected to a 15-year tax fraud scheme, after being accused of compensating top executives with off-the-books luxury perks to help them avoid paying taxes.

Rep. Pete Aguilar tells co-host Kaitlan Collins the January 6th Committee has decided to make criminal referrals to the DOJ, and also discusses the Democrat’s vow to fight GOP probes and aggression in the House. CNN Political Analyst Maggie Haberman joins to discuss Trump’s turbulent month of a dinner with racists, convictions, taxes and legal setbacks. Plus, a major Supreme Court case tests the future of elections, experts warn of a recession despite signs of a strong economy, and the family of a fallen Capitol police officer snubs GOP leaders at a medal ceremony.

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