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CNN This Morning

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Episodes

Judge to DOJ: Stop Playing Political Games

A judge is demanding answers about a man deported by mistake. She wants to know what the DOJ is doing to bring him back. Plus, chaos erupts at Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene's town hall in Georgia. And the measles outbreak shows no sign of slowing down and may actually be worse than we know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 16, 202548 min

Trump vs. Harvard

First, we explore the standoff between the White House and America's wealthiest university. Billions of dollars are on the line, but Harvard says it's not budging. Plus, the Trump Administration says it does not have the power to bring back a man deported by accident. So what happens now? And it's tax day in the USA. Could your sensitive information soon be in the hands of DOGE? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 15, 202548 min

'World's Coolest Dictator' To Visit White House

A key ally in President Trump's immigration crackdown gets a White House visit today. What to expect from the man who calls himself the world's coolest dictator. Plus, international students deported, grants and funding cut. How the impact could spread beyond college campuses. Also: The governor of Pennsylvania is rushed from his home after someone set it on fire. How the suspect got around security to get inside. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 14, 202549 min

China Retaliates ... Again

China raises tariffs on the US yet again. So, who's going to blink first? Plus, we're learning that the Trump Administration is now ordered to get a mistakenly deported dad out of a mega prison in El Salvador. But how? Also: The president's foreign envoy just arrived in Russia. What we're learning about this surprise visit. And: A helicopter plunges into the Hudson River in New York, killing everyone on board. Was this aircraft safe to fly? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....

Apr 11, 202549 min

Trump Doubles Down on China

President Trump hits pause on his massive new tariffs, with the notable exception of China, which retaliates. Can this tit-for-tat trade war between the world's two largest economies still lead to a recession? Plus, hope fades in the search for survivors in that Dominican Republic nightclub collapse. Also, an American ballerina wrongfully detained in Russia is heading home this morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 10, 202548 min

Trump Tariffs Take Effect

President Trump's tariffs on nearly every country in the world are now in effect. How will they impact you? Plus, a roof collapse at a Dominican nightclub kills dozens, including a World Series champion. There's now a frantic search going on for survivors. Also: A manhunt is underway in Virginia after a deadly shooting kills three people. Police could be looking for more than one gunman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 09, 202549 min

Trump Threatens China

"I have great respect for China, but they can't do this." President Trump threatens to escalate his trade war with China, issuing them an ultimatum and a deadline. But China does not appear to be backing down. Plus, the Supreme Court says the White House can resume rapid deportations, but there's a catch. Also: The flooding danger is not over as deadly storms leave some communities underwater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 08, 202548 min

Trump Continues to Defend Tariffs

"Sometimes you have to take medicine to fix something." That's what President Trump says about the tariffs that have global markets in turmoil. Meanwhile, a second unvaccinated child dies from the measles. Will vaccine skeptic RFK Jr. push for people to get immunized? Also: Communities are cut off as relentless storms send rivers rising, and the worst could be yet to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 07, 202548 min

China Retaliates

One day after stock markets suffered their worst day since the pandemic, China retaliates against Trump’s new tariffs, sending futures tumbling again. Plus, people across the US are preparing to take to the streets this weekend to speak out against the Trump administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 05, 202548 min

Tariff Talk

From cars to clothes and wine to chocolate, almost all imports have been slapped with new tariff, with at least 185 nations affected. What does it mean for your wallet ... and the global economy? Plus: After ripping across the Midwest, violent, destructive tornadoes are now moving east. Also: A big company throws its name into the hat as a potential buyer of TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 03, 202549 min

World Bracing for Trump's Tariffs

President Trump's long-threatened tariffs are scheduled to go into effect today. How much will they impact you? Plus, actor Val Kilmer has passed away after decades of work in Hollywood. We take a look back at the legacy he leaves behind. And we analyze the results from yesterday's elections in Wisconsin and Florida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 02, 202549 min

Critical Elections Today

First, we examine today's elections to fill a Supreme Court seat in Wisconsin and two vacant House seats in Florida - the first major political battles since Donald Trump returned to the White House. Plus, the president's tariffs are supposed to go into effect in less than 24 hours. What impact is that deadline having on consumers? Also: Why did Cory Booker spend the night speaking on the Senate floor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 01, 202548 min

Trump Threatens to Bomb Iran

"I can't imagine them doing anything else but making a deal." That's what President Trump is saying about Iran, explaining that without said deal, "there will be bombing." Plus, Wall Street and markets around the world are preparing for the latest round of tariffs. Also: Is Donald Trump really considering a third term? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 31, 202548 min

Deadly Earthquake

A 7.7 earthquake strikes Myanmar and Thailand, causing widespread damage and at least one death. Authorities in Bangkok report one person was killed, 50 others hurt when a building under construction collapsed. An unknown number of people remain trapped under the rubble. There are also reports of buildings collapsing in Myanmar, one of the world's poorest countries, already reeling from more than four years of civil war. Our coverage begins with CNN's Hanako Montgomery live from Osaka, Japan. Le...

Mar 28, 202549 min

Classified Chat Disconnect

The Trump administration doesn't seem to be on the same page about the group chat scandal. Canada prepares to retaliate as President Trump announces massive new tariffs on all cars coming into the US. Thousands of Palestinians take to the streets, calling on Hamas to step aside and end its war with Israel. Doctors fighting the measles outbreak now face a new challenge: Some people appear to be taking dangerous amounts of a vitamin that does not prevent you from catching the virus. Learn more abo...

Mar 27, 202548 min

Trump Stands By Intelligence Team

Donald Trump's "you're fired" catch phrase is well known. But will there be any consequences after a reporter ended up in a highly sensitive group chat? Plus, the secretary of state heads to the Caribbean today with immigration top of mind. Do US interests align with priorities there? Also: Are consumers buyers turned off by the president's trade war and government cutbacks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 26, 202549 min

An Extraordinary Security Breach

A journalist is added to a group chat about secret plans for US airstrikes. Will someone be fired over this? Plus, is the White House focusing on the right things when it comes to keeping the country safe? Today, president trump's top intel officials will be pressed on their priorities. Also: If you took a DNA test with 23 and Me, your genetic data may be up for sale. How you can protect your private information right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 25, 202548 min

The Role of the IRS in Mass Deportations

The Trump administration may have a new tool to help mass deportations: the IRS. But are undocumented immigrants who pay taxes national security threats? Plus, US negotiators believe President Putin does not want to take all of Europe. But is he just playing the White House? Also: Kamala Harris wanted an "opportunity economy," but some Democrats say a better word is abundance. What's behind the latest movement in the party? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 24, 202549 min

Major Airport Takes a Day Off

One of the world's busiest airports is forced to close for the day. How this could impact your trip no matter where you're going? Plus, Elon Musk takes a trip to the Pentagon today. Is there a top-secret reason for his not so secret visit? And: Fear and confusion over DOGE cuts that could impact veterans care. We talk to a Republican congressman and Green Beret Pat Harrigan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 21, 202548 min

Say Goodbye to the DOE

Today marks the beginning of the end for the US Department of Education. What does that mean for kids, parents and teachers? Plus, we explore RFK Jr's risky idea to fight bird flu on farms by letting it spread. Can that actually work? And the family of a missing college student now wants her to be officially declared dead. Why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 20, 202548 min

Can SCOTUS Control Trump?

President Trump rips judges who rule against him and draws a rare rebuke from the chief justice. Can the Supreme Court keep him in check? Plus, Putin makes few concessions in his phone call with Trump. Is negotiating peace in Ukraine harder than Trump expected? And the last person seen with a missing college student now free to leave the Dominican Republic. Why? It may not be so simple. And this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 202543 min

Israel Ceases Ceasefire

Israel shatters the ceasefire with extensive strikes on Gaza. Hamas calls it a death sentence for hostages. Is there any hope for peace talks? Plus, what can judges do if the White House blatantly defies their orders? And two astronauts are finally heading home after their scheduled weeklong trip turns into nine months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 202548 min

Did Trump Defy Another Judge's Order?

Hundreds of Venezuelan immigrants are deported. The White House denies that it defied a judge's order to turn the plane around. Plus, violent tornadoes turn deadly across the Midwest and South. We take you to the hardest-hit areas. Also: A college student vanishes from a beach with the man last seen with her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 202548 min

Trump Sparks Anger and Frustration

Why are people losing their jobs at record numbers? Voters speak out against the cuts to the federal government, as the Senate looks to avoid a shutdown. Plus, flames and smoke send passengers fleeing onto the wing of a plane. How did an American Airlines jet catch fire near the gate? Also: The Trump administration cancels $1 billion for food banks, and farmers are already feeling the pain. And we dive into all the chatter around Disney's "Snow White." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

Mar 14, 202548 min

Tariffs, Trade Spats and Big Cuts

The president says his dramatic moves will make the economy soar, but a new CNN poll says most Americans aren't buying that. Plus, it's deadline day for federal agencies to tell DOGE what to cut. How will this impact veterans, the IRS, and maybe even Social Security. Also,w hy some public campgrounds, parks and trails could look dramatically different in the months ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 13, 202547 min

Do Americans Approve of the Trump Trade Wars?

What do Americans think of President Trump's trade wars? We've got the numbers in a new CNN poll. Plus, mass layoffs are underway at the Department of Education. We look at how this will impact students, teachers and parents across the country. And we bring you results from the first report on the collision in the skies above the Potomac. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 12, 202548 min

Stocks Plunge, Trump Blames Biden

The Dow tumbles 900 points, sparking fears of a recession. The Trump administration blames Joe Biden. but do the voters buy that? Plus, the US and Ukraine hold crucial peace talks about ending russia's war. What concessions will Ukraine have to make? And we bring you the latest on a desperate search for a missing American in the Dominican Republic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 11, 202548 min

Canada Fights Back

Canada's just-chosen successor to Justin Trudeau is already standing up to President Trump. Can he stop the trade war? Plus, a plane plunges into a parking lot. Are recent cuts to the FAA making it riskier to fly? And the US and Ukraine gear up for talks to end Russia's war. What it will take to repair the relationship between Washington and Kyiv. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 10, 202548 min

The 'Uncertainty' Economy

“It feels like the economy is gagging on the uncertainty." That's what Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics, told CNN’s Kate Bolduan earlier this week, referring to not just tariffs but taxes, immigration and federal budget cuts. And we're about to get a brand new read on the US economy: who's hiring and who's firing in the first full month of President Trump's second term. Also on today's show: Trump cast doubt on the NATO alliance. Could the US abandon some of its closest allies? A...

Mar 07, 202549 min

GOP Sends Message to Musk

Concerned Republicans deliver a message to Elon Musk: Go easy with that chainsaw and send those cuts to Congress. This, as DOGE sets its sights on veterans affairs, with tens of thousands of jobs on the chopping block. What it will mean for veterans and their families? Plus, if you're looking for a new car, you might want to buy now. President Trump is pressing pause on auto tariffs, but not for long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 06, 202548 min