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October 9, 2025 • 28 mins
Israel and Hamas announce a peace deal that could eventually end the war in Gaza. Police arrest the man they believe started the devastating Palisades Fire in California. And former FBI Director James Comey pleads not guilty in an unprecedented arraignment.
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October 8, 2025 • 28 mins
The Trump White House suggests not issuing backpay to furloughed workers after the government shutdown ends. Attorney General Pam Bondi goes on the attack during a hearing about Justice Department policies. And the Supreme Court appears skeptical of a Colorado law banning conversion therapy.
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October 7, 2025 • 23 mins
A federal judge declines to block the Trump administration from sending National Guard troops to Chicago. The government shutdown enters its seventh day, with lawmakers facing questions about funding, services, and Jeffrey Epstein. And France’s prime minister becomes the fourth to resign in the last year.
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October 6, 2025 • 28 mins
A judge issues a restraining order, telling the White House it cannot send any National Guard troops, from any state, to Portland, Oregon. Israel and Hamas spark hope in Gaza by moving forward with a potential peace plan. And the Supreme Court begins its new term today, with questions about executive power looming large.
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October 3, 2025 • 23 mins
In a letter to the judge overseeing his case, Sean “Diddy” Combs says he takes "full responsibility and accountability" for his actions ahead of his sentencing. The government will not release its monthly jobs report because of the shutdown, forcing economists to analyze private data. And a superintendent’s immigration case rocks the school district in Des Moines, Iowa.
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October 2, 2025 • 24 mins
The White House warns of “imminent” layoffs of federal workers on the first day of the government shutdown. National Guard troops begin training in Portland, Oregon as President Trump says U.S. cities should be military "training grounds." And we remember conservationist and primate expert Jane Goodall.
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October 1, 2025 • 28 mins
The federal government shuts down, setting up a bitter, protracted political battle. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth outlines policy changes at the Pentagon. And people who knew the man who opened fire on a Michigan church say he harbored deep resentment toward the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
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September 30, 2025 • 27 mins
Ahead of a midnight deadline tonight, attendees leave a White House meeting predicting a government shutdown. President Trump pressures Hamas with a new peace proposal. And Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth convenes an unprecedented military meeting.
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September 29, 2025 • 25 mins
A shooting at a church in Michigan becomes the latest site of American gun violence. A potential government shutdown looms over Capitol Hill this week. And President Trump takes birthright citizenship to the Supreme Court again.
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September 28, 2025 • 39 mins
Today, we're bringing you episode two of the latest true crime podcast from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "Vanished: What Happened to Vanessa."
In episode two, the search for Vanessa starts to stretch over days, then weeks. Her family grows frustrated and finds their own ways to bring awareness to Vanessa’s case. Meanwhile, the military’s investigation is hindered by early missteps.
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September 27, 2025 • 37 mins
This weekend, we're sharing something special with you. Today, we're bringing you the first episode of the latest true crime podcast from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "Vanished: What Happened to Vanessa." Tomorrow, we'll share episode two.
In episode one, Private First Class Vanessa Guillén shows up for work one morning at the Fort Hood Army base and disappears without a trace. When she stops responding to text messages, her tight-knit f...
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September 26, 2025 • 28 mins
U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan secures an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, igniting a potential crisis at the Justice Department. Police describe meticulous planning by the gunman who opened fire on an ICE facility in Dallas. And schools describe a booming market for security measures – without clear indications that it’s having an effect.
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September 25, 2025 • 25 mins
A sniper opens fire on an immigration facility in Dallas. Sources tell ABC that a new U.S. attorney in Virginia will attempt to charge former FBI Director James Comey with a crime, despite a memo circulating at the DOJ finding no probable cause. And a typhoon rips through the Philippines, Taiwan and Hong Kong, killing dozens.
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September 24, 2025 • 28 mins
President Trump reverses course on Ukraine, encouraging Volodymyr Zelenskyy not to give up any land to Russia as part of a peace deal. Secret Service agents uncover what they call a plot to disable American telecom systems. And the man accused of planning to kill Trump last year on his golf course is convicted by a jury.
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September 23, 2025 • 28 mins
Defying medical experts, the Trump administration makes sweeping claims about potential causes and cures for autism. Sources describe the deal in place to transfer TikTok ownership. And President Trump heads to New York to speak to the United Nations.
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September 22, 2025 • 23 mins
President Trump replaces a handpicked federal prosecutor who declined to bring charges against New York Attorney General Letitia James. Family and fans gather to remember Charlie Kirk. And Oktoberfest venues raise the price of beer, angering local customers.
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September 19, 2025 • 27 mins
A panel of CDC advisors limits options for children getting the MMRV vaccine. A debate rages over the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel. And the FTC sues Ticketmaster and Live Nation over what it calls deceptive ticketing practices.
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September 18, 2025 • 28 mins
The Federal Reserve announces the first in what could be a series of interest rate cuts. Former CDC Director Susan Monarez tells Congress that RFK Jr. had her fired because she wasn’t willing to sign off on vaccine policy changes sight-unseen. And Israel’s military moves in on Gaza, as hundreds of thousands of Palestinians leave town.
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September 17, 2025 • 28 mins
Prosecutors lay out charges, and preliminary evidence, against suspect Tyler Robinson. A judge tosses out a key charge against the man suspected of killing the CEO of UnitedHealthcare. And FBI Director Kash Patel clashes with members of Congress.
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September 16, 2025 • 28 mins
Vice President JD Vance, joined by White House officials, suggests going after left-wing organizations that contribute to political violence – without naming specific groups. President Trump announces a strike against another ship emanating from Venezuela. And Russia holds large-scale military exercises with Belarus.
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