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Speaker 1 (00:00):
This is your twenty four to seven use update the
latest use this hour.

Speaker 2 (00:05):
In just four minutes, the Senate has passed a measure
allowing for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files without
a vote. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer successfully passed unanimous consent,
which means the bill will automatically pass once it is
delivered to the Senate from the House. Earlier today, the
House passed the bill to force the DOJ to release

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all of the Epstein files by a four to twenty
seven to one vote. President Trump recently said he would
sign it if it passes, and it's on its way
to his desk now. President Trump meets with Saudi Arabia's
crown prints at the White House earlier today. While in
the Oval Office, mister Trump said the Prince could help
bring stability to the Middle East.

Speaker 3 (00:43):
I'm very proud of the Jobby's done.

Speaker 2 (00:45):
What he said is incredible in terms of human rights
and everything else. Today's meeting comes after mister Trump announced
yesterday he plans to move forward with a weapons deal
that would allow the Kingdom to purchase F thirty five
stealth fighter jets from the US. The Panel of Judges
is blocking the state of Texas from using the new
GOP friendly congressional maps in next year's midterm election. The

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panel ruled today in favor of a group of Democrats
who had sued to block the GOP's plan. They were
backed by a number of civil rights groups who argued
the maps amounted to racial gerrymandering. Today's injunction means the
maps will remain on hold until a full trial can
play out. Immigration agents are carrying out an operation in
Saint Paul, Minnesota. Armed agents wearing ICE and FBI vests

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were seen in the city's downtown area this morning. They
were met by a large group of protesters. Care Levin
was told by a man his father and uncle were
taken into custody when agents entered a business. This comes
as federal agents continue to conduct operations in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The National Guard's been temporarily ordered out of Memphis. A
judge ruled Republican Governor Bill Lee overstepped his authority when

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deploying the troops. The ruling stated that the governor can
only activate the Guard in cases of rebellion or invasion,
and only with approval from the General Assembly. The judge
noted that there was no clear record showing Lee issued
an official deployment order. I'm Jim Roup. Investigators are pouring
over thousands of newly declassified files related to Amelia Earhart

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but have yet to see an answer to the biggest question,
what happened to her and her navigator. The thirty nine
year old pilot disappeared in nineteen thirty seven while trying
to become the first woman to circumnavigate the Earth. The
official finding is that she ran out of fuel and
ditched her plane in the Pacific Ocean. President Trump ordered
the release of the documents last week. The Supreme Court
is agreeing to review a San Diego based case challenging

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a now rescinded immigration policy known as metering.

Speaker 3 (02:39):
That policy limited how many asylum seekers could enter at
ports of entry, including San ue Cedro, at one of
the busiest crossings in the world. A federal appeals court
ruled last year that metering violated US law, which guarantees
anyone arriving in the United States the right to apply
for asylum. The Trump administration is insisting the Supreme Court
get involved to provide legal clarity, giving the likelihood the
policy could return. The case is set to be heard

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during the Supreme Court's current term, with oral arguments likely
to be set for late winter or spring in a
decision expected by summer. I'm John Fink.

Speaker 2 (03:07):
Today we celebrate two special days.

Speaker 1 (03:10):
First off, we're celebrating Mickey Mouse's birthday ninety seven years
old and looks fantastic. They'll be limited time treats, photo ops,
and a parade, But if you can't make it to
the park, that's okay. Today is also National Princess Day.
Easy to celebrate. Get a tiara, put it on, and
be a princess. Requirements are kindness, humility, and a deep

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appreciation for the Curtsey. I'm pre Tennis.

Speaker 2 (03:34):
Claire Obscure Expedition thirty three is making history with twelve
nominations for the Game Awards twenty twenty five. That makes
it the most nominated game in the history of the Awards.
It's so for several awards, including Game of the Year,
along with Death Stranding two, Donkey Kong, Bonanza, Haities two,
Hollow Night, Silk Song, and Kingdom Come Deliverance too. Fans

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can vote for the winners online through December tenth. At
the Game Awards DITTM. The awards ceremony set for December
eleventh in Los Angeles. I'm Jim Roup.