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• 04.17.2024

  House Calls: Impeachment & Foreign Aid

  House Republicans deliver impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate, even as some question Speaker Mike Johnson’s fitness for office. The Supreme Court hears a case that could vacate convictions for hundreds of people who invaded...

  
• 04.16.2024

  Trump Trial: Day One

  Jurors are asked whether they can be fair and impartial in Donald Trump’s hush money trial. Israel ponders how it should respond to the attack by Iran over the weekend. And an elderly Ohio man says a scam call led...

  
• 04.15.2024

  Iran’s Shadow War Explodes into View

  Iran launches hundreds of missiles and explosives into Israel, prompting fears of a wider war. The U.S. tries to dissuade Israel from a large-scale military response. And jurors report for duty in the first criminal trial for former President Donald...

  
• 04.13.2024

  Help Us Win a Webby Award!

  Start Here has been nominated for a Webby Award! Please share your support by voting here: https://abcaudio.com/webbys/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  
• 04.12.2024

  Arizona’s Race to Repeal

  Despite expressing doubt on an 1864 abortion law, Arizona Republicans leave the state capitol with abortion access still hanging in the balance. American officials issue warnings about a potential Iranian strike against Israel. And O.J. Simpson dies at the age...

  
• 04.11.2024

  The Return of Rising Inflation

  Inflation ticks up higher than economists expected, dashing hopes that the Fed will soon lower interest rates. Congressional Republicans revolt against a plan to re-authorize a controversial surveillance program. And a Boeing engineer comes forward as a whistleblower.  Help us win...

  
• 04.10.2024

  Arizona’s Abortion Stunner

  Arizona’s Supreme Court declares a 19th-century law will effectively ban all abortions in the state. The parents of a Michigan school shooter are sentenced to more than a decade in prison. And the FCC will put “nutrition labels” on broadband...

  
• 04.09.2024

  Biden’s Bet on Student Debt

  President Biden unveils a new plan to forgive student debt for millions of Americans. Former President Trump angers anti-abortion rights advocates by waffling on national bans. And across a 2,000-mile-long path, a total solar eclipse captures the country’s imagination. Help us...

  
• 04.08.2024

  Your Guide to Today’s Eclipse

  It’s a scientific holiday! A scientist describes what you need to know about today’s total solar eclipse. Israel begins withdrawing troops from the Gazan city of Khan Younis. And South Carolina puts its mark on a historic season for women’s...

  
• 04.05.2024

  Biden’s Ultimatum for Bibi

  The Biden White House issues a warning to Israel. A federal judge makes a key ruling against Donald Trump. And Los Angeles thieves make off with $30 million in cash. Help us win a Webby Award! Vote here: https://abcaudio.com/webbys/ Learn more about...

  
• 04.04.2024

  Trembling in Taiwan

  A deadly 7.4 magnitude earthquake rumbles across Taiwan. The nation’s top egg producer shuts down amid a bird flu outbreak. And allegations of ties between Hamas and Gaza’s biggest food organization prompts tough questions after the death of aid workers.  Help...

  
• 04.03.2024

  Israel’s Strike on…Aid Workers?

  Food aid workers are killed in an Israeli strike sparking international outrage. The Florida Supreme Court upholds an abortion ban in the state, but says voters can decide the issue in November. And a post-pandemic surge in violent crime is...

  
• 04.02.2024

  The Latest Case of "Havana Syndrome"

  The Pentagon confirms another case of “Havana Syndrome” as new theories emerge about who is behind the alleged attacks. California fast food workers are now making $20 an hour, but restaurants say price hikes are now on the menu. And...

  
• 04.01.2024

  Israel’s Anti-War Lobby

  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces the largest anti-government protests since the war against Hamas began. Baltimore demolition crews begin tearing apart the collapsed Key Bridge. And people living in the “path of totality” prepare to rake in big bucks...

  
• 03.30.2024

  Introducing "Pop Culture Moms": New from ABC & GMA

  Today we're sharing a clip from another podcast you might like: "Pop Culture Moms." Andie and Sabrina are toddler moms and best friends of 20 years. Now they’re taking their obsession with TV and movies to the next level by...

  
• 03.29.2024

  SBF's Crypto Crime Costs 25 Years

  Convicted cryptocurrency fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried is sentenced to 25 years in prison. Baltimore officials begin laying the groundwork for clearing the Patapsco River. And third-party bids run into roadblocks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  
• 03.28.2024

  How Did a “Floating City” Lose Control?

  The NTSB begins its investigation into the ship that took down Baltimore’s longest bridge. Israeli diplomats consider whether to visit the U.S. amid a major rift. And Florida enacts a law cracking down on home squatters. Learn more about your ad...

  
• 03.27.2024

  The Baltimore Bridge Collapse

  A large container ship collides with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, sending it plummeting down into the Patapsco River. Automakers scramble to divert shipments that would usually be passing through Baltimore’s busy ports. And a skeptical Supreme Court...

  
• 03.26.2024

  The Abortion Pill’s Day in Court

  The Supreme Court prepares to hear its first major abortion case since its Dobbs decision. Sean “Diddy” Combs’ homes are raided by federal investigators. And baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani tries to navigate a potential sports betting scandal.  To hear guest Clinton...

  
• 03.25.2024

  The Attack Russia Wishes Wasn’t ISIS

  ISIS terrorists open fire on a Moscow concert hall, killing more than 100. Far-right Republicans broach the idea of replacing House Speaker Mike Johnson. And Princess Kate reveals she has cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  
• 03.22.2024

  DOJ to Apple: iSue You

  The Justice Department accuses Apple of turning the iPhone into a monopoly. New research questions whether buying a home will save Americans money. And a Massachusetts man becomes the first living American to receive a transplanted kidney from a pig. Learn...

  
• 03.21.2024

  Border Legal Limbo

  A controversial Texas immigration law is back in court. House Republicans push forward with their impeachment inquiry into President Biden. And the relationship between the U.S. and Israel is fraying amid concerns the war in Gaza will widen. Learn more about...

  
• 03.20.2024

  Texas Two-Step on Migrant Law

  The U.S. Supreme Court allows a controversial Texas immigration law to take effect, only to be paused hours later. Two former sheriff’s deputies are sentenced for torturing suspects in Mississippi. And civilians in Haiti take cover as gang wars spiral...

  
• 03.19.2024

  The Art of the Appeal: Trump's Money Troubles

  Donald Trump’s lawyers say the former president can’t secure enough money to cover a bond in his civil fraud judgment. The Supreme Court weighs in on whether the Biden administration tried to censor social media. And Israel targets Gaza’s biggest...

  
• 03.18.2024

  Putin Cements His Power

  Vladimir Putin wins another six-year term in a presidential election without a real challenger. Former President Trump escalates his rhetoric on the campaign trail. And big changes in the real estate market could lower costs for home buyers and sellers. Learn...

  
• 03.15.2024

  Fungus Among Us

  In a special edition, ABC's Sony Salzman explores the unnerving growth of fungal infections in the United States. Speaking to survivors, scientists, and even NFL icon Rob Gronkowski, "Start Here" shines a light on the dark, damp world of deadly...

  
• 03.14.2024

  A TikTok Ban #ForYou?

  A unified House approves a bill that could potentially ban TikTok. Some of the charges against former President Donald Trump are dismissed in Georgia. And Israeli officials sound increasingly concerned about aid shortcomings affecting military readiness. Learn more about your ad...

  
• 03.13.2024

  In Plane Sight: FAA Faults Boeing

  In an aggressive series of audits, the FAA reportedly finds dozens of faults with Boeing’s jet production lines. Special Counsel Robert Hur testifies to Congress about President Biden’s retention of classified documents. And in an election-year purge, former President Trump...

  
• 03.12.2024

  Haiti’s Gangs Win Their War

  Facing an armed uprising from the country’s gangs, Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigns. President Biden sends a budget proposal to Congress. And Princess Kate takes responsibility for an edited family photo that has fueled conspiracy theories about her health. Learn...

  
• 03.11.2024

  Biden’s “Red Line” for Israel

  President Biden issues a stern warning to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Lawmakers prepare a bill that would force a sale of TikTok. And an Oscar-nominated screenplay garners accusations of plagiarism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  
• 03.08.2024

  The State of the Union is…Rowdy.

  President Biden goes back and forth with Republicans in a raucous address. IVF clinics begin cautiously reopening in Alabama. And ABC’s Jason Nathanson previews the Oscars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  
• 03.07.2024

  Your State of the Union Preview

  White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre joins “Start Here” to preview President Biden’s State of the Union address. Nikki Haley drops out of the presidential race, freeing up other Republicans to endorse Donald Trump. And the armorer from the film...

  
• 03.06.2024

  They’re Baaaaack: The Trump-Biden Sequel

  Donald Trump all but clinches the Republican nomination. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau limits credit card late fees. And the father of a school shooter goes on trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  
• 03.05.2024

  Why Trump is Supremely Confident

  The Supreme Court unanimously rules Donald Trump should be on ballots in all 50 states. The maker of an over-the-counter birth control pill says it will be on shelves by the end of March. And gangs in Haiti are being...

  
• 03.04.2024

  Air-Drop in the Bucket: Getting Food to Gaza

  The U.S. begins air-dropping food to desperate Gazans. The CDC changes its COVID isolation guidelines. And Oregon lawmakers attempt to roll back an aggressive measure that decriminalized drugs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  
• 03.01.2024

  Southern Discomfort: Dueling Border Visits

  President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump each visit the southern border in a bid to promote their plans. Dozens of Palestinians are killed as they desperately clamor for food. And firefighters try to contain what has become the...

  
• 02.29.2024

  The Race to Replace McConnell

  Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announces he’ll step down from leadership in November. The Supreme Court considers whether the government has authority to ban bump stocks. And haunted by history, Black farmers push for a cotton rebrand. Learn more about your...

  
• 02.28.2024

  An Election Year Shutdown?

  A potential government shutdown could depend on House Speaker Mike Johnson. Alabama lawmakers scramble to protect fertility clinics. And amid a measles outbreak, Florida’s surgeon general refuses to demand parents keep unvaccinated children at home. Learn more about your ad choices....

  
• 02.27.2024

  Michigan Matchup: Biden vs. “Uncommitted”

  Michigan Democrats prepare a protest vote on primary day. Aid workers fear violence as they enter Gaza, complicating a potential ceasefire. And the Supreme Court hears a case that could decide the future of social media. Learn more about your ad...

  
• 02.26.2024

  Trump Trounces Haley in South Carolina

  Donald Trump crushes Nikki Haley in South Carolina, prompting key fundraisers to pull away. Alabama’s attorney general tries to assure IVF clinics they won’t be prosecuted under a new court ruling. And the University of Pennsylvania faces criticism after finally...

  
• 02.23.2024

  The Fault in Our Bars: AT&T Goes Down

  A sudden AT&T network outage leads to tens of thousands of customer complaints. Nikki Haley faces a double digit polling deficit ahead of Saturday’s South Carolina primary. And President Biden considers using executive action to implement stricter migration rules.  Learn more...

  
• 02.22.2024

  Dark Side of the Moon Landing

  Odysseus, the moon lander produced by the Texas company Intuitive Machines, prepares to become the first commercially-produced spacecraft to land on the moon. A nonbinary student’s death rattles the LGBTQ+ community in Oklahoma. And Julian Assange makes a last-ditch effort...

  
• 02.21.2024

  Putin’s Power Play

  In the wake of Alexei Navalny’s death, officials take stock of an emboldened Vladimir Putin. Capital One makes plans to buy Discover. And an Alabama court ruling rattles fertility and abortion groups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  
• 02.20.2024

  The World Takes Israel to Court

  Israel is accused of violating international law for its occupation of the West Bank. Diabetes patients are becoming more likely to suffer an amputation, particularly in Black and brown communities. And an Air Canada customer fights for a refund after...

  
• 02.19.2024

  Can Trump Pay His Court Debt?

  In a historic ruling, former President Donald Trump will have to pay $355 million for fraud. Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of Vladimir Putin, is found dead in a Russian prison. And workers at the Eiffel Tower go on strike...

  
• 02.16.2024

  Trump’s Prosecutor Takes the Stand

  In a dramatic moment, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis takes the stand to defend herself against accusations that she profited off a romantic relationship with a fellow prosecutor. The FBI arrests an informant cited in allegations against the Biden...

  
• 02.15.2024

  How a Super Bowl Parade Turned Deadly

  Gunfire at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade kills at least one and wounds more than twenty. A Republican congressman raises alarm about Russia’s space ambitions. And Transportation Sec. Pete Buttigieg talks to “Start Here” about airplane safety, President...

  
• 02.14.2024

  Mayorkas Impeached

  Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas becomes the second cabinet member in history to be impeached by the House. A Russian judge convicts an American in a case that had already concluded in Texas. And thousands of flight attendants hit the...

  
• 02.13.2024

  Investigating a Megachurch Shooting

  Houston Police reveal new details after a shooting at Lakewood Church. Israel faces backlash from a deadly hostage rescue operation. And the race to replace ousted Rep. George Santos in New York is tighter than either party would like. Learn more...

  
• 02.12.2024

  Israel, Ukraine Aid Advances

  As former President Trump threatens NATO, the Senate moves one step closer to advancing a nearly $100 billion foreign aid package. Israel heads toward a ground invasion of Rafah. And the story behind a Super Bowl bet that caused confusion...