Judge Denies Bail As Suspect Fights Extradition

The White House is pushing Israel to adjust its rules of engagement after the IDF accidentally killed three hostages. New gripping accounts emerge from hostages formerly held by Hamas describing their horror while in captivity including dodging airstrikes from Israeli forces. Plus, Jews in America are being targeted again, after more than 200 fake bomb threats and SWAT calls in one week alone. We look at what law enforcement sources are telling CNN about what is being done to track down those responsible.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Des 20231h 22min

A jury ordered Rudy Giuliani to pay nearly $150 million to two Georgia election workers for the harm caused by defamatory statements he made about them following the 2020 election. Freeman and Moss were awarded more than $16 million each for defamation, $20 million each for emotional distress and $75 million total in punitive damages, stemming from a series of statements Giuliani and others, including former President Donald Trump, made. Plus, an autopsy now shows that Matthew Perry died of “acute effects of ketamine”.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

16 Des 20231h 29min

CNN’s Clarissa Warn gains access to southern Gaza to report first-hand on the horrifying reality on the ground as Biden has a new message for the government of Israel. Also, an exclusive CNN investigation into the nation’s largest credit union, Navy Federal, reveals an alarming disparity between White and Black applicants. Plus, deliberations are underway in the defamation lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani as several Georgia election workers seek $48 million in damages.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Des 20231h 22min

A federal judge has just paused Donald Trump’s 2020 election interference case which could lead to his March 2024 trial being delayed. Plus, the White House is working to square Biden’s “indiscriminate bombing” comment with claim that Israel is trying to limit civilian causalities. This as political appointees and Biden administration staffers are expected to hold a vigil in front of the White House on Wednesday to call on President Joe Biden to support a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14 Des 20231h 23min

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met on Capitol Hill with lawmakers and at the White House to request aid and make the case that his country is fighting a losing battle with Russia. Plus, Present Biden privately tells supporters that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu needs to change his strategy and his plans for Gaza and that Netanyahu himself needs to change. Will Biden's comments impact the relationship with Israel? The Lead is live from Des Moines, Iowa, ahead of a major event for the 2024 race. CNN moderates a town hall tonight with Governor Ron DeSantis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13 Des 20231h 30min

For the very first time, the U.S. Supreme Court will decide if Donald Trump can be prosecuted for the things he did as president. Plus, as the humanitarian catastrophe worsens, critical aid into Gaza is delayed at one crossing and completely cut off at another. What is being done by President Biden and others to alleviate the suffering? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 Des 20231h 22min

Essentially trapped in Gaza, what do some Palestinians really think of Hamas and the conflict? Plus, the state of Texas is pushing back on a court order that allowed a woman to terminate a high-risk pregnancy. The case challenges one of the strictest abortion bans in the nation. Also, Hunter Biden speaks out on Republicans who want to tie his legal problems to his father. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Des 20231h 22min

Liz Cheney joins to talk about Tump, Kevin McCarthy, House Speaker Mike Johnston, and her fears for what the U.S. might look like in 2025. Plus, a look at the threats to public officials, lawmakers, and election workers. Who is making them, why, and what can be done? Also, Trump is in court today as GOP rivals campaign in New Hampshire and Iowa.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Des 20231h 23min