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December 2, 2024 • 29 mins
In a dramatic about-face, President Biden says he will pardon his son, Hunter Biden, who was awaiting sentencing on federal convictions. President-elect Trump nominates a new FBI director with a history of promoting conspiracy theories about the “deep state.” And, Hamas releases a new video of an American hostage as aid deliveries into Gaza become even more difficult.
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November 29, 2024 • 39 mins
Some families believe drug-induced homicide laws are a powerful form of justice. Others worry the laws will do more harm than good. In Part 2 of this special "Start Here" series, ABC's Camille Petersen explores the fierce debate over these laws and how they may continue shaping our response to overdose deaths.
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November 28, 2024 • 39 mins
When someone dies from a drug overdose, who should we blame? And how should they be punished? In Part 1 of this special "Start Here" series, ABC's Camille Petersen explores the nationwide rise of drug-induced homicide laws, which allow for criminal charges against whoever gave or sold someone the drugs that caused their death. She takes us to North Carolina, where two families grapple with the pain and promise of these new laws.
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November 27, 2024 • 26 mins
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah takes effect. President-elect Trump threatens to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico. And, Thanksgiving flights are facing delays because of an air traffic controller shortage.
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November 26, 2024 • 21 mins
Special counsel Jack Smith’s election interference case against President-elect Trump is tossed after he requested a dismissal because of a Justice Department policy. Macy’s delays a quarterly earnings report after it says an employee hid up to $154 million worth of expenses. And, President Biden hosts the final White House turkey pardon of his term, granting clemency to Peach and Blossom.
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November 25, 2024 • 22 mins
President-elect Trump makes his final selections to head federal agencies. Hezbollah responds to Israeli missile strikes with a barrage of rockets and drones. And Erik and Lyle Menendez prepare to meet a judge over their bid for freedom.
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November 23, 2024 • 44 mins
Hear the first episode of our new investigative true crime series: "Radioactive: The Karen Silkwood Mystery."
Karen Silkwood’s death 50 years ago this week continues to haunt Oklahoma and the nation. The 28-year-old plutonium plant worker died in a fatal crash while driving to meet a reporter with The New York Times allegedly to deliver evidence documenting unsafe conditions at the plant. Two reporters who covered the Silkwood sto...
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November 22, 2024 • 28 mins
Matt Gaetz withdraws from consideration for attorney general, as President-elect Trump quickly selects Pam Bondi as a replacement. Jussie Smollett’s conviction is overturned by the Illinois Supreme Court. And in an escalation aimed squarely at the west, Russia fires a ballistic missile into Ukraine.
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November 21, 2024 • 25 mins
President-elect Trump uses his political muscle to keep attorney general nominee Matt Gaetz on track for confirmation. Congressional Republicans ban the first transgender House member from using the women’s bathroom. And an E. coli outbreak prompts concern about organic carrots.
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November 20, 2024 • 32 mins
President-elect Trump picks a close ally of Elon Musk for commerce secretary, reflecting both men’s priorities. Manhattan prosecutors argue for “pausing” Trump’s criminal sentencing until he leaves office. And a verdict could come down today in a trial about the death of Laken Riley, a case that has sparked a debate over immigrants and crime.
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November 19, 2024 • 28 mins
President-elect Trump confirms that he plans to declare a national emergency at the border, which could clear the way to involve the military in a mass deportation effort. An attorney for two women called before Congress describes their accusations against Matt Gaetz. And federal prosecutors allege that Sean “Diddy” Combs has been trying to influence witnesses and jurors from behind bars.
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November 18, 2024 • 30 mins
For the first time in the war, President Joe Biden authorizes Ukraine to fire American-made missiles deeper into Russia. President-elect Donald Trump selects more members of his cabinet, while controversial picks Matt Gaetz and Pete Hegseth face serious allegations. And concerned Supreme Court observers implore aging justices to retire.
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November 15, 2024 • 27 mins
President-elect Trump picks vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. Alex Jones’ InfoWars is auctioned off to The Onion. And authorities in California say the bears that caused thousands of dollars of damage to luxury vehicles were actually people in costumes.
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November 14, 2024 • 30 mins
President-elect Trump divides Congress by selecting Rep. Matt Gaetz for Attorney General. Sen. John Thune emerges as Majority Leader, but will now have tough decisions on confirmations. And Northeastern states respond to a growing outbreak of wildfires.
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November 13, 2024 • 32 mins
President-elect Donald Trump picks a Fox News contributor with little government leadership experience to run the Pentagon. Israel begins transitioning away from the Biden White House as Trump’s cabinet takes shape. And skirmishes in Amsterdam have exploded into a days-long riot watch.
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November 12, 2024 • 27 mins
President-elect Trump is expected to nominate Sen. Marco Rubio for Secretary of State. Trump’s win prompts Ukrainian officials to seriously consider an endgame for its war with Russia. And a Spirit Airlines flight comes under gunfire from Haiti’s largest airport.
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November 11, 2024 • 29 mins
As House races continue to be called, congressional Republicans prepare for a narrow majority in the Senate. FEMA fires an employee for allegedly instructing workers to skip homes expressing support for Donald Trump. And on Veterans Day, military officials express concern over the number of forceful blasts recruits experience in training.
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November 8, 2024 • 26 mins
President-elect Trump names the first female chief of staff in White House history. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announces an interest rate cut, before declaring that he will not resign even if asked. And fueled by 80 mph winds, wildfires rage across Southern California.
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November 7, 2024 • 29 mins
President-elect Donald Trump assembles a transition team for the White House. Vice President Kamala Harris concedes the election, while Democrats come to grips with a decisive loss. And world leaders once again approach Trump as commander-in-chief.
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November 6, 2024 • 15 mins
ABC News projects that Donald Trump will be the 47th President of the United States. In a special edition, our team analyzes the vote, and the voters, that led to the biggest political comeback in American history.
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