First: The president uses the global stage to warn the rest of the world that failing to protect Ukraine means no nation is safe. 

Plus: Consider the gauntlet thrown. The House speaker issues a challenge to Conservatives whose demands could lead to a shutdown. 

And: A key narrative as told by a whistleblower center to the Hunter Biden investigation is refuted by others outside the room.

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