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

  1. 11 HR AGO

    City of Angels, Protests and Troops

    President Trump mobilizes 700 active-duty U.S. Marines to Los Angeles in the wake of violent protests over ICE raids. A federal judge dismisses Justin Baldoni's $400 million countersuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. And legendary singer Connie Francis gains a Gen Z following on TikTok thanks to the viral success of "Pretty Little Baby." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    24 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    Fire & ICE: Los Angeles Erupts Over Arrests

    President Trump calls in the National Guard to Los Angeles as protests against ICE deportations swell. Kilmar Abrego Garcia is returned to the U.S. to face charges. And a sailing circuit becomes the latest sport to try to capitalize on F1’s success.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    31 min

  3. 4 DAYS AGO

    Trump and Musk's Bromance Breakdown

    Elon Musk and President Donald Trump's relationship erupts in an online feud. The Supreme Court makes major unanimous rulings. And British medical regulators warn women that weight loss drugs may affect contraception.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    26 min

  4. 5 DAYS AGO

    Trump’s New Travel Ban

    President Trump says he’s implementing a full travel ban on nationals from a dozen countries, while also directing an investigation into former Biden administration officials. The Congressional Budget Office says a Republican “mega-bill” would spend $2.4 trillion more than it saves. And federal agents arrest a man suspected of aiding an attack on an IVF center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    33 min

  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    Art of the Steel: Trump Hikes Tariffs

    New steel and aluminum tariffs went into effect overnight, concerning manufacturers at home and abroad. Gazans describe death and fear as gunshots go off near another aid center. And two Chinese nationals are being charged with smuggling a fungus that is seen as a potential “agro-terrorism” weapon.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    29 min

  6. 3 JUN

    The Firebombing Fallout in Boulder

    Authorities outline charges against the man suspected of attacking demonstrators marching for Israeli hostages in Boulder, Colorado. Senators begin debating President Trump’s massive budget bill. And gymnast Livvy Dunne speaks out about a growing trend: female athletes “stalked” by autograph hounds at airports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    29 min

  7. 2 JUN

    “People Were Being Set on Fire”: Attack in Colorado

    Multiple demonstrators at a march to support Israeli hostages suffer burn injuries after the FBI says a suspect used a makeshift flamethrower and yelled, “Free Palestine.” Ukraine launches a surprise attack deep inside Russia using smuggled shipping containers and drones. And massive Canadian wildfires prompt evacuations and concerns about air quality in the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    28 min

  8. 30 MAY

    Trump’s Tariffs Are on the Brink

    A day after a panel of judges ordered the end to President Trump’s tariffs, another court issues a temporary hold. A federal ruling could keep foreign students at Harvard. And California institutes new rules on its state championship track meet as the DOJ considers an investigation into trans athlete policies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    28 min
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