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  • Trump’s Federal Funding Freeze

    A sudden order from the Trump administration threatens to cripple funding for organizations nationwide. Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. will appear for his Senate confirmation hearing today. And Kansas is witnessing one of the biggest tuberculosis outbreaks in modern American history.

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    30 min
  • Wall Street’s A.I. Panic

    American tech stocks plummet as China’s “DeepSeek” programs upend the artificial intelligence market. The Justice Department fires several prosecutors who worked on criminal cases against President Trump. And outbreaks of avian flu are affecting food prices around the country.

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    29 min
  • Trump’s Migration Crackdown Begins

    As ICE agents arrest hundreds of migrants, deportation flights set off a diplomatic firestorm in South America. President Trump fires 17 government watchdogs at government agencies. And after a tense delay, Israel allows thousands of Gazans to start moving back home.

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    33 min
  • Born in the USA: The Birthright Citizenship Case

    A federal judge blocks President Trump’s attempt to ignore claims of birthright citizenship. Two Republicans senators reveal they will vote against defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth. And Oscar nominations are out! We’ll discuss which movies are most worth your time. 

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    30 min
  • New Fires in Los Angeles

    Firefighters race to contain new wildfires in Southern California as some Altadena residents question why evacuation orders for the Eaton Fire came late. The Laken Riley Act, which allows illegal immigrants suspected of minor offenses to be detained, will become the first measure President Trump signs into law. And a rare winter snow storm hits parts of the South. 

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    30 min
  • Trump's Executive Orders Take Hold

    President Trump continues his attempt to overhaul the federal government through executive action. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will be encouraged to target schools and churches, worrying immigration advocates. And January 6th defendants are being released from prison.

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    30 min
  • Payback & Pardons: Trump’s First Day Back

    A triumphant President Trump returns to the White House, capping his victory lap with a flurry of bold executive actions. From breathtaking pardons for January 6th felons, to sweeping policy shifts at the border, we’ll break down the biggest moments from his first day back in power. 

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    28 min
  • Trump Takes Back Washington

    Donald Trump prepares to take the oath of office as the 47th President of the United States. Hamas returns three hostages to Israel as an uneasy ceasefire begins. And TikTok shuts itself down, before quickly coming back online.

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    27 min
  • TikTok, TikTok…

    TikTok creators hold their breath ahead of a federal deadline. Los Angeles families consider how to rebuild, particularly in working and middle-class communities. And the sports world mourns Bob Uecker, while filmmakers mark the death of director David Lynch.

    Here's how you can help those affected by the Southern California wildfires. #SoCalStrong

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    34 min
  • Ceasefire in Gaza

    After 15 months of war, Israel and Hamas strike a ceasefire deal. Attorney general nominee Pam Bondi faces Congress, along with several other Trump cabinet picks. And the FDA announces it will ban the dye known as Red No. 3.

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    32 min

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A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.

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