A federal judge blocks President Trump’s attempt to ignore claims of birthright citizenship. Two Republicans senators reveal they will vote against defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth. And Oscar nominations are out! We’ll discuss which movies are most worth your time.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Firefighters race to contain new wildfires in Southern California as some Altadena residents question why evacuation orders for the Eaton Fire came late. The Laken Riley Act, which allows illegal immigrants suspected of minor offenses to be detained, will become the first measure President Trump signs into law. And a rare winter snow storm hits parts of the South.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump continues his attempt to overhaul the federal government through executive action. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will be encouraged to target schools and churches, worrying immigration advocates. And January 6th defendants are being released from prison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A triumphant President Trump returns to the White House, capping his victory lap with a flurry of bold executive actions. From breathtaking pardons for January 6th felons, to sweeping policy shifts at the border, we’ll break down the biggest moments from his first day back in power.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald Trump prepares to take the oath of office as the 47th President of the United States. Hamas returns three hostages to Israel as an uneasy ceasefire begins. And TikTok shuts itself down, before quickly coming back online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TikTok creators hold their breath ahead of a federal deadline. Los Angeles families consider how to rebuild, particularly in working and middle-class communities. And the sports world mourns Bob Uecker, while filmmakers mark the death of director David Lynch. Here's how you can help those affected by the Southern California wildfires. #SoCalStrong Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After 15 months of war, Israel and Hamas strike a ceasefire deal. Attorney general nominee Pam Bondi faces Congress, along with several other Trump cabinet picks. And the FDA announces it will ban the dye known as Red No. 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth faces congressional questions about sexual assault allegations and women in combat. Special Counsel Jack Smith asserts in a DOJ report that he would have secured a conviction against Donald Trump. And Houston police admit that a rat infestation in an evidence vault could have affected thousands of cases.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As thousands of families seek shelter, rental prices in Los Angeles skyrocket. Sources say a Gaza ceasefire could be days, or even hours, away. And public health officials say emergency room visits continue to rise due to several viruses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As firefighters work to contain multiple wildfires in Southern California, there are new concerns about high winds in the forecast. President-elect Trump’s cabinet picks head to Capitol Hill this week for high-stakes hearings. And the coolest gadgets and cars are unveiled at CES 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As multiple wildfires damage tens of thousands of structures in Southern California, experts warn it could exacerbate the state’s already unstable insurance market. The Supreme Court clears the way for President-elect Trump to be sentenced in his hush money case. And in a show of unity, the country mourns former President Jimmy Carter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New fires have erupted in Los Angeles, sending residents fleeing. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito confirms ABC’s reporting that he received a phone call from President-elect Trump the same day Trump put forth an emergency appeal. And a Virginia hospital shuts its NICU as a former nurse is arrested for abusing a baby, with other cases being investigated.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Firefighters in Southern California battle multiple brush fires fueled by a windstorm, prompting thousands to evacuate. Facebook announces it will reset its fact-checking policies. And a federal judge tells the Justice Department it’s not allowed to release Special Counsel Jack Smith’s final report on his Trump investigations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Facing dissatisfaction at home and taunts from abroad, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces his plans to resign. President Biden issues a landmark ban on offshore billing that will be tough to undo. And U.S. Steel sues the federal government in a desperate bid to merge with a Japanese firm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With January 6th looming over events, House Speaker Mike Johnson plans a massive bill to try to appease warring factions within the GOP. The FBI releases new details about the New Orleans attacker’s past. And the nation’s first “congestion pricing” plan goes into effect.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Police rule out accomplices in the New Orleans truck attack. Meanwhile, Las Vegas authorities comb the scene of a truck explosion outside Trump International Hotel. And House Speaker Mike Johnson hopes to win back his gavel, despite uncertain Republicans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A rampage in New Orleans is being investigated as a terror attack. And after a week of deadly plane crashes, viral outbreaks and partisan infighting, “Start Here” breaks down the biggest stories of the last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every episode of Start Here ends with a “One Last Thing,” a story that brings you to a new corner of the world and expands your mind. On this holiday special, the Start Here team recounts their favorite “One Last Thing” segments of 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we're sharing the final episode of "Reclaimed: The Lifeblood of Navajo Nation" -- a new, four-part podcast series about a community's fight for access to clean water. In today's episode, the fate of the Navajo Nation comes down to a historic vote. Will the tribe's future finally be secured? Explore previous seasons of "Reclaimed" on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3dmfJW2), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3ySLtOM), Amazon Music (https://amzn.to/3foYdCU), or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Jimmy Carter is dead at the age of 100. In this special edition, ABC’s acclaimed White House reporter Ann Compton describes what made him unique among American leaders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we're sharing a project from our ABC News colleagues called "Reclaimed: The Lifeblood of Navajo Nation" -- a new, four-part podcast series about a community's fight for access to clean water. This is Episode 3 of the series. You can check out all four episodes right now and explore previous seasons of "Reclaimed" on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3dmfJW2), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3ySLtOM), Amazon Music (https://amzn.to/3foYdCU), or wherever you get your podcasts. In today's episode, the Navajo Nation works towards a settlement for its water rights. But its citizens must decide: How far are they willing to compromise? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we're sharing a project from our ABC News colleagues called "Reclaimed: The Lifeblood of Navajo Nation" -- a new, four-part podcast series about a community's fight for access to clean water. This is Episode 2 of the series. You can check out all four episodes right now and explore previous seasons of "Reclaimed" on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3dmfJW2), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3ySLtOM), Amazon Music (https://amzn.to/3foYdCU), or wherever you get your podcasts. In today's episode, the Navajo Nation heads to the Supreme Court to demand an answer to a critical question: Is the U.S. government responsible for helping them secure the water they need to survive? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we wanted to share a project from our ABC News colleagues called "Reclaimed: The Lifeblood of Navajo Nation" -- a new, four-part podcast series about a community's fight for access to clean water. This is Episode 1 of the series. We'll post the rest in the coming days. If you enjoy Episode 1 and can't wait for more, all four episodes and previous seasons of "Reclaimed" are available on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3dmfJW2), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3ySLtOM), Amazon Music (https://amzn.to/3foYdCU), or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House Ethics Committee releases an incendiary report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL). President Biden commutes almost all of America’s federal death sentences. And New York organizers invite the public to get the famous New Year’s Eve ball ready for a party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congress reaches a last-minute deal to avoid a government shutdown, raising new questions about President-elect Trump’s power over the GOP. An apparent car attack at a German Christmas market leaves five dead and 200 injured. And Party City announces it will close its stores in the new year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congress scrambles to avoid a government shutdown at midnight. The suspected killer of a health insurance CEO arrives back in New York City to face charges. And delivery workers servicing several Amazon hubs go on strike.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A spending package is torpedoed by President-elect Trump and his allies, raising the prospect of a government shutdown. The EPA signs off on California emission rules that would effectively ban the sale of new gas-powered cars. And a Chinese national pleads guilty to running a “secret police station” in New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Police sift through the social media history of the 15-year-old girl who opened fire on a Christian school. Ukraine kills a Russian general in Moscow. And Israel announces its intentions to keep a military presence in Gaza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A shooter kills two and injures several more at a Christian school in Wisconsin. HHS nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he’s “all for the polio vaccine” as senators question his vaccine views. And the Library of Congress adds new movies to its National Film Registry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lawmakers are demanding answers as more and more reports of mysterious drone sightings flood into government offices. South Korea’s president is impeached after imposing martial law. And Syrians explore the now-vacant offices of Bashar al-Assad’s secret police.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. officials say a video of a young American captive found in Syria appears to be Travis Timmerman, who went missing months ago. President Biden gives clemency to more than 1,500 convicts. And the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau plans new limits on overdraft fees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christopher Wray resigns as FBI Director at the urging of President-elect Trump. New York police claim to uncover forensic proof that Luigi Mangione shot UnitedHealth’s CEO dead. And Arkansas Gov. Sarah Sanders becomes the latest official to promote cell phone bans in classrooms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ABC’s James Longman ventures inside the now-emptied Damascus prison where Syrians have disappeared for years. The suspected gunman in a CEO’s murder shouts a message outside court, while prosecutors pore over his writings. And experts of baby names dissect the choices around Generation Alpha, as Gen Beta prepares to take the stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The suspected gunman in the killing of a health insurance CEO is apprehended in Pennsylvania. Syrian refugees come streaming back into Damascus following the exile of Bashar al-Assad. And the Marine who choked a man to death on the New York City subway is acquitted by a jury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Syrian rebels take over Damascus, driving Bashar al-Assad from the country his family has ruled for generations. President-elect Donald Trump describes his plans to pardon January 6th rioters. And federal judges rule against TikTok in its bid to avoid a forced sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Police release new details about the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. A 7.0 earthquake, threatening a tsunami, sends Californians scrambling. And Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth tries to reassure senators, without the personal help of President-elect Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a historic case, Tennessee families ask the Supreme Court to dismantle laws banning gender-affirming care for minors. The CEO of UnitedHealth is shot to death in what authorities call a targeted attack. And an international math exam shows American scores declining at alarming rates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol briefly declares martial law, rattling democracies around the world. Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth meets with concerned senators. And federal law enforcement officials describe a brazen plot by China to infiltrate American phones.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democrats in Washington express disappointment with President Biden’s decision to pardon his son. The Supreme Court considers FDA regulations on flavored vapes. And New York jurors deliberate over a subway chokehold death that has become a flashpoint over race, violence, and mental health.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 story in 1974 have spent years trying to piece together what many in Oklahoma speculate: Karen Silkwood may have died for what she knew. Fifty years later, hear newly-discovered investigative tapes, deathbed conversations and long-awaited interviews reexamining what happened that night. Listen to the first two episodes of "Radioactive" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or your podcast app of choice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a stark choice in front of them, Americans head to the polls on a decisive Election Day. The team at 538 describes what to watch for as results roll in. And a historian explains why we vote on a Tuesday in November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a special edition, “Start Here” travels around eastern Pennsylvania to witness the final push by both campaigns. New polling gives one last look at voters across the country. And Harris campaigners claim many women are keeping their votes secret from their husbands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump make what could be their final trips to western states. Economists describe stark realities that would accompany a victory by either candidate. And election workers get ready for a small army of poll watchers to descend on precincts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Supreme Court allows Virginia to purge hundreds of names off its voter rolls, days before the election. Voters react to a trend of “disappearing” polling places, particularly in Black communities. And New York City finally enacts a law allowing jaywalking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Harris makes her case to undecided Americans on the National Mall. Former President Trump tries to change the narrative about his controversial Madison Square Garden rally. And election analysts say get ready for a long night - or possibly several nights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump campaign begins its final week on the defensive. Police suggest that ballot boxes set on fire in the Pacific Northwest may be linked. And voters consider drastically different visions for the Department of Education.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new ABC News/Ipsos poll shows Kamala Harris with a slim national lead. Washington Post journalists react to a decision, reportedly by Jeff Bezos himself, not to issue a presidential endorsement. And Iran responds to targeted missile strikes by Israel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With early votes flooding into precincts, the candidates plan some of their biggest events yet. Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascon calls for a more lenient sentence for the Menendez brothers. And parties prepare for the possibility of rogue election officials.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kamala Harris and her allies have begun explicitly labeling Donald Trump as a fascist. Russia brings in North Korean troops for support. And McDonald’s tries to manage an E.coli outbreak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sources tell ABC that a list of Donald Trump’s possible Attorney General choices includes Aileen Cannon, the judge who dismissed charges against him. The former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch is arrested on sex trafficking charges. And Texas Latinos describe why fears of “non-citizen voting” are resulting in voter intimidation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Federal investigators are trying to determine how classified documents on Israel went public. Donald Trump tries to capitalize on improving poll numbers. And a Texas man on death row for a “shaken baby syndrome” conviction takes his case to the Texas legislature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel continues intense air and ground campaigns against Hezbollah in Lebanon and against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. A ferry dock gangway collapses in Georgia. And election polling accuracy questions are answered.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a year-long manhunt, Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is killed in Gaza. A 911 call reveals new details about former One Direction star Liam Payne’s death. And our partners at 538 walk through the closest Senate races this election.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thirty-five years after Erik and Lyle Menendez murdered their parents, family members are calling for their release. Vice President Kamala Harris talks immigration in a contentious new interview. And election workers in battleground states impacted by hurricane damage are racing to be ready for Election Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Trump offers few substantive rebuttals to challenges to his economic vision. Local officials sound the alarm over Election Day deepfakes. And military insiders debate the consequences of U.S. involvement in the Middle East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democrats scramble in the three weeks leading up to Election Day after concerning polls. As Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire, PM Netanyahu vows to "continue to hit Hezbollah mercilessly." And campaign embeds get their questions answered... on an orange. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pentagon deploys its THAAD missile defense system, along with 100 troops, to Israel. The Harris and Trump campaigns court male voters as new polling shows a wide gender gap. And hospitals grapple with a national shortage of intravenous fluids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Residents and rescuers examine damage left by Hurricane Milton. A new forecast from 538 shows a toss-up for control of the House. And the Navy concludes that two SEALs died from drowning under the weight of their heavy packs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Siesta Key, Florida, sending flood waters surging and tornadoes swirling throughout the state. Election workers describe holding emergency drills, anticipating potential violence and chaos on Election Day. And Spirit Halloween tries to work its magic on Christmas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Homeland Security Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas previews the arrival of Hurricane Milton, while battling damaging misinformation. Investigative journalist Bob Woodward reports that Donald Trump has held numerous conversations with Vladimir Putin since leaving office. And the Supreme Court appears poised to uphold government regulations on “ghost guns.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hurricane Milton strengthens to a Category 5 as it surges toward the Florida coastline. The Supreme Court allows a controversial rule on Texas abortions to remain in place. And Los Angeles authorities accept new evidence in the case of the Menendez brothers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A year later, survivors reflect on the Oct. 7 attack and its impact on the Middle East. The Supreme Court is set to begin a new term ahead of the presidential election. And urgent recovery efforts are underway for victims of Helene as another hurricane intensifies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Striking port workers are back on the job after a tentative agreement is reached over wages. A jury in Memphis delivers a mixed verdict for three police officers charged in the beating death of Tyre Nichols. And newly-developed air taxis could be the ticket to cutting down travel time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As floodwaters recede, authorities are discovering Helene killed more people than any mainland hurricane since Katrina. The U.S. hustles to get Americans out of Beirut as Israel plans further attacks in Lebanon and Iran. And a newly-unsealed order shows reveals a litany of accusations against President Trump in his federal election interference case.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice presidential nominees JD Vance and Tim Walz face off in what could be the last debate before Election Day. Iran launches an unprecedented attack on Israel. And dock workers go on strike, shutting down ports on the East Coast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Floods rip apart homes and infrastructure in the South, isolating communities from help and resources. Israeli troops move into southern Lebanon. And vice presidential nominees prepare to face off in an anticipated debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dozens are dead and millions are without power as the cleanup from Hurricane Helene begins. The death of Hezbollah’s Hassan Nasrallah from an Israeli strike marks a major turning point in a bloody conflict. And could a potential strike from dockworkers upend the holiday shipping season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hurricane Helene surges into Florida, with flooding forecasts throughout the South. Federal prosecutors unseal their indictment against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. And a Nevada court dismisses charges against Native American actor-turned-medicine man Nathan Chasing Horse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is indicted by a federal grand jury. As Hezbollah fires a missile toward Tel Aviv, Israel announces it will send brigades north toward Lebanon. And Vice President Kamala Harris gives an anticipated speech on economic policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As hostilities escalate in the Middle East, President Biden makes a final speech to the United Nations. Senators grill the makers of Ozempic and Wegovy over drug prices. And the team at 538 examines the country’s tightest Senate races. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel unleashes a barrage of missile strikes on Hezbollah strongholds in Lebanon, raising the prospect of a forthcoming invasion. Federal prosecutors reveal what they describe as a letter written by Donald Trump’s would-be assassin. And the FBI releases stats showing the murder rate plummeting over the last two years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A “targeted” shooting in a crowded nightlife district kills four and wounds more than 20, raising new concerns about illegal “Glock switches” on pistols. Law enforcement takes on illegal poaching and mining in several developing countries. And the makers of Cards Against Humanity sue Elon Musk’s company SpaceX. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

North Carolina Republican Mark Robinson vows to stay in the governor’s race, despite CNN reporting that he called himself a “Black Nazi” on a pornographic website’s message board. A source confirms to ABC that Israel had a hand in manufacturing explosive pagers. And intelligence officials outline a brazen scheme to interfere in the presidential election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another series of explosions rips across Lebanon, this time targeting Hezbollah radios. Federal prosecutors sue the owners of the MV Dali for destroying the Key Bridge in Baltimore. And Donald Trump announces he’s visiting Springfield, Ohio, as local leaders and the Haitian community beg for calm.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thousands of pagers owned by Hezbollah officials simultaneously explode in Lebanon. Sean “Diddy” Combs is held without bail after facing federal sex trafficking charges. And economists expect the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates today for the first time in years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FBI says a would-be assassin camped out for 12 hours on Donald Trump’s golf course, with a rifle at the ready. Family and law enforcement shed new light on the suspect’s background. And engineers describe a host of concerns with the submersible that imploded on its way to view the Titanic.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. Secret Service officials say they thwarted a would-be assassin on Donald Trump’s golf course as the former president approached. Boeing machinists go on strike in Oregon and Washington. And Venezuela arrests three Americans in what Nicolas Maduro describes as a conspiracy to kill him.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York City Police Commissioner Edward Caban resigns in the midst of several federal investigations into the administration of Mayor Eric Adams. A trio of massive wildfires are still spreading in Southern California. And the town of Springfield, Ohio reckons with unwillingly being thrust into the spotlight over immigration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Kamala Harris presses for another debate, Donald Trump reconsiders his “anytime, anyplace” stance. House Speaker Mike Johnson pulls a vote on a bill that would avert a government shutdown. And, the U.S. weighs whether to lift restrictions for Ukraine on long-range strikes against Russia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the first and perhaps only time in this campaign, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Harris debate in Philadelphia. In a special edition, Brad and the team break down the biggest moments of the night, and analyze what voters will remember. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump meet for the first time at the ABC News presidential debate in Philadelphia. Moderated by "World News Tonight" anchor and managing editor David Muir and ABC News Live "Prime" anchor Linsey Davis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris prepare to square off in the ABC debate in Philadelphia. Democrats respond to a partisan congressional report on the Afghanistan withdrawal. And two men are indicted for what federal prosecutors call a sprawling white supremacist plot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Georgia officials react to claims of warnings ahead of a deadly school shooting. A Kentucky interstate becomes the site of another highway mass shooting. And Kamala Harris and Donald Trump complete their final preparations for Tuesday’s debate on ABC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Authorities in Georgia arrest Colin Gray on charges including second degree murder, alleging that he gave his son access to the gun used to kill students and teachers. Hunter Biden enters a surprise guilty plea on federal tax evasion charges. And the FBI warns Americans about a crypto scam sometimes referred to as “pig butchering.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Four people are dead and a 14 year-old is under arrest after a Georgia school shooting. American officials accuse Russians of attempting to sway elections through right-wing influencers. And sources say President Biden may halt a Japanese company from buying U.S. Steel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russia kills more than 50 and injures hundreds in a devastating strike on Ukrainian military academy and hospital. American Marines are ordered back onto their ship after being assaulted on the streets of Turkey. And a former aide to New York governors is charged with acting as a foreign agent for China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The death of six hostages sparks Israeli protests against Prime MInister Benjamin Netanyahu. Thousands of hotel workers stage a strike over a busy travel weekend. And a new ABC News/Ipsos poll shows a tight race, but a widening gender gap between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a special episode of Start Here, ABC’s Jay O’Brien recounts a months-long ABC News Live investigation into the efforts of Donald Trump and his supporters to rewrite the history of the January 6th assault on the U.S. Capitol. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Kamala Harris and Tim Walz give their first interview since joining the ticket, Donald Trump and JD Vance address a skirmish at Arlington National Cemetery. An American-made F-16 jet goes down in Ukraine. And an FBI watchdog report outlines a pattern of shortcomings on sexual abuse investigations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Harris makes a lengthy stop to Georgia, signaling Democrats’ newfound hopes for southern states. Israel launches its most intensive raids in the West Bank in years. And NFL players are divided on extra padding to prevent head injuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Special Counsel Jack Smith issues a superseding indictment against Donald Trump in his election interference case. Mark Zuckerberg issues a rare “apology letter” to a Republican-controlled House committee. And Latino advocacy groups are outraged after a series of search warrants targeted organizers in Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russia blankets Ukraine with its most damaging missile barrage in months. The founder of the popular messaging app Telegram is arrested in France. And doctors debate when patients should ideally receive their COVID booster shot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel and Hezbollah launch their heaviest exchange of fire in months. The Trump campaign plots out a new strategy with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s endorsement. And, what to know about mosquito-borne illnesses after Dr. Anthony Fauci is diagnosed with West Nile virus.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris accepts the Democratic nomination, casting herself as a commonsense antidote to former President Trump. Republicans evaluate whether polling will show a “convention bump” for Democrats or a new normal. And independent voters express relief - and doubts - about Harris’ candidacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz accepts the Democratic nomination for Vice President. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to drop his presidential bid and endorse Donald Trump. And Chicago officials press the federal government to allow migrants to work more easily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Kamala Harris campaign courts the “Obama Coalition” at the DNC. Ukraine cuts off escape routes for groups of Russian soldiers. And a new rule upends the real estate market, prompting realtors to consider early retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an emotionally-charged night, President Biden “passes the torch” to Vice President Kamala Harris at the DNC. Former Rep. George Santos changes his plea to guilty, becoming a convicted felon. And a Wyoming primary race begs the question: can candidates promise to run all their decisions through an AI program? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brad and the team are in Chicago as the Democratic National Convention kicks off. American diplomats scramble to resurrect cease-fire negotiations. And historians examine the 1968 protests that defined a chaotic convention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Federal authorities file charges against five suspects in the case of Matthew Perry’s overdose. Health & Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra joins “Start Here” to discuss discounted drug prices for seniors. And Collins adds 2,000 words to its official Scrabble dictionary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With an encouraging inflation report, both presidential campaigns pitch voters on their economic visions. The World Health Organization declares a global health emergency over mpox. And the FBI investigates an alleged hack by Iran-linked actors against American campaigns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Missouri becomes the second state in two days to put abortion on this November’s ballot. Greek firefighters battle back a blaze approaching Athens. And both presidential candidates endorse plans to eliminate income taxes on tips, even as economists pan the idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Military officials prepare for an expected Iranian attack on Israel. Former President Donald Trump returns to the site once known as Twitter, joining forces with Elon Musk. And Ukraine’s push into Russian territory has grown to encompass dozens of towns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance defends his 'thought experiment' of giving parents extra votes in a sitdown with ABC News. Gaza ceasefire talks appear to stall. And team USA brings home the most medals as the Paris Olympics come to a close.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ukraine launches a surprise incursion of a Russian city. Sen. JD Vance questions Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s military service, in what some are calling a “Swift Boat”-like attack. And American sprinter Noah Lyles misses out on a historic double gold after competing with COVID. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The GOP hones its case against Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Austrian police claim to thwart a terror plot revolving around a Taylor Swift concert. And one year after a deadly Maui wildfire, the historic town of Lahaina is still trying to rebuild. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris selects Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. Sources describe a second plot to assassinate former President Donald Trump. And rapper Pitbull inks a deal to buy the naming rights to a college football stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A global stock plunge stokes fears of a wider recession. Debby lurches onshore as a hurricane, threatening the Southeast with massive floods. And Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., becomes the latest member of the “Squad” to face deep-pocketed primary opposition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Vice President Harris pulling even in most national polls, former president Donald Trump says he’ll only debate on Fox. Anti-immigrant riots break out in several U.K. cities. And Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin rejects a plea deal for the masterminds of the 9/11 terror attacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The U.S. strikes a landmark deal with Russia exchanging a bevy of prisoners, including Paul Whelan and Evan Gershkovich. Vice President Kamala Harris meets with potential running mates. And a Houston-based “surrogate escrow” firm is accused of defrauding dozens of clients.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a fiery forum with the National Association of Black Journalists riddled with false claims, former President Trump questions Vice President Kamala Harris’ racial identity. An assassination in Tehran could derail ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas. And a new study shows cancer cases rising among younger Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel says its strike in Beirut has killed a top Hezbollah commander. The acting Secret Service director acknowledges failures after the Trump assassination attempt. And the Senate passes a child online safety bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Harris puts the abortion debate center stage as a new ban takes effect in Iowa. Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro claims victory in an election riddled with irregularities. And And a family demands to know how a former police officer was given a gun and a badge before he shot Sonya Massey in her kitchen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Middle East nervously awaits a response from Israel after a Hezbollah attack kills children in the Golan Heights. President Biden proposes term limits for Supreme Court justices. And the local SWAT team guarding former President Trump’s Pennsylvania rally describe a lack of communication from the U.S. Secret Service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are both racing to define the Harris campaign, as new polls signal her strengths and weaknesses. California authorities arrest a suspected arsonist for starting a growing wildfire. And American fighter jets scramble to intercept Chinese and Russian bombers off the Alaska coastline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an Oval Office address, President Biden addresses his decision to bow out of the 2024 election and endorse Vice President Harris. A visit by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sparks protests and condemnation in Washington, D.C. And Olympic organizers in Salt Lake City agree to a controversial ultimatum from the International Olympic Committee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris holds her first rally as the presumptive Democratic nominee. Protesters gather in Washington, D.C. ahead of a congressional address by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. And federal regulators question why Delta travelers are still delayed, days after a global I.T. crisis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Vice President Kamala Harris locks down endorsements from the vast majority of elected Democrats, questions linger about whether she’ll fare better than her 2020 run. Former President Donald Trump adjusts his campaign with a new opponent in mind. And Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle faces bipartisan calls to resign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a special edition of “Start Here,” we’ll examine President Biden’s decision to exit the race for the White House…and what happens next in the race to replace him.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In his biggest speech of the year, former President Donald Trump veers off-script from what began as a cathartic speech. The Pentagon decommissions its “floating pier” off Gaza’s coast. And an apparent murder involving cyanide-laced tea transfixes Thailand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden is diagnosed with COVID as more senior Democrats reportedly urge him to step aside from the campaign. JD Vance makes his debut as the GOP’s vice presidential nominee, with former President Trump set to speak tonight. And law enforcement sources say the Secret Service spotted the Trump rally gunman on the roof 20 minutes before he fired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., becomes the first U.S. senator convicted of acting as a foreign agent. President Trump reaches out to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. during the Republican National Convention. And Democrats are arguing over “virtual convention” rules that could install President Biden as the nominee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump appears in public for the first time since surviving an assassination attempt, after naming Sen. J.D. Vance as his running mate. In a shocking decision, a federal judge dismisses the federal case against Trump for mishandling classified documents. And historian Allan Lichtman describes what assassination attempts mean for elections.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Police describe what we know about Donald Trump’s would-be assassin. Republicans hone a new message as Trump arrives for the RNC in Milwaukee. And in an Oval Office address, President Biden pleads for calm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a special edition of Start Here, ABC’s Chief Investigative Reporter Josh Margolin describes the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, and where the investigation stands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fighting for his political life, President Biden gives a wide-ranging press conference. Former President Trump prepares to announce a VP pick. And with inflation easing, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell considers cutting interest rates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi signals the debate over President Biden’s future isn’t over yet. Karen Read’s defense lawyers say a fourth juror has come forward to say that, despite a mistrial, the jury wanted to unanimously acquit her of murder. And NASA insists that two astronauts aren’t “stuck” in space, despite being in orbit for a month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden delivers a strong speech to NATO, as congressional Democrats appear to resign themselves to a Biden nomination. The Republican National Committee prepares for a public argument on abortion rights. And Hurricane Beryl leaves millions without power. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jury selection begins in the trial of Alec Baldwin in New Mexico. President Biden fights to save his campaign. And in one of its most brutal attacks in months, Russia bombs a Ukrainian children’s hospital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Democrats react to President Biden’s interview with ABC’s George Stephanopoulos. Former President Trump responds to concerns about a purge of government workers proposed by the right-wing Heritage Foundation. And French voters deliver a surprise rebuke to several far-right candidates.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a bonus episode of Start Here, we air the exclusive interview of President Biden with ABC’s George Stephanopoulos in full. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a special edition of Start Here, we examine one of the most important swing constituencies in America: independent voters.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Democrats on Capitol Hill begin to openly question whether President Biden should remain on the ticket. Donald Trump’s sentencing is pushed back in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision on immunity. And the U.K. prepares for what could be a landmark vote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In an unprecedented shift of power, the Supreme Court declares “official” presidential acts are immune from criminal prosecution. Hurricane Beryl intensifies in the Caribbean, earlier than any storm of its size in recorded history. And the Justice Department offers a plea deal to Boeing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the aftermath of a shaky debate performance, Democrats consider pressuring President Biden to exit the race. The Supreme Court prepares to hand down its final decisions of its term. And Israel inches closer to a second war in the Middle East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite low expectations, President Biden delivers a shaky, halting performance in the first general election debate. The Supreme Court invalidates a landmark settlement between Purdue Pharma and the families of opioid overdose victims. And Boeing is sanctioned by the NTSB after inviting ABC to its facilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump prepare to face off in Atlanta for a historic debate. The Supreme Court seems to “inadvertently” reveal a key abortion decision. And Kenya’s president backs off a controversial policy after violence consumes the capital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ABC’s Martha Raddatz tours the newly reopened “floating pier” off the Gaza coastline, as the United Nations considers pausing aid shipments. Israel’s highest court strikes down a rule that allows ultra-Orthodox Jewish men to avoid serving in the military. And 20 years after its legal beginnings, LGBTQ Americans contemplate the future of same-sex marriage.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julian Assange strikes a plea deal with the U.S. Justice Department. A brutal primary in New York centering around the Gaza war could upend the progressive “Squad.” And the U.S. Olympic team will bring its own air conditioners to Paris despite organizers’ plans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Biden and Trump campaigns prepare for the first presidential debate this week. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stands by accusations that the U.S. is withholding weapons. And crowds line up for a home in San Francisco on the market with a discounted price, but there’s a catch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U.S. marks the start of summer with dangerous record-breaking temperatures. The Supreme Court rulings we’re still waiting for this term. And the concerns surrounding counterfeit weight loss drugs amid an ongoing shortage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vladimir Putin visits North Korea to sign a weapons agreement with Kim Jong Un. The House Ethics Committee furthers its investigation into Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla. And Olympic swimmers express concern over swimming in Paris’ Seine River. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a special edition, “Start Here” meets Opal Lee, the 97 year-old Texan known as “the grandmother of Juneteenth.” Then, we check on the shifting political dynamics among Black male voters in an election sitting on a knife’s edge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surgeon General Vivek Murthy presses for a warning label on social media apps. The Biden White House announces new policies to more easily grant legal status to certain immigrants. And Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dissolves his war cabinet.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court overturns a federal ban on the rifle accessories known as “bump stocks.” Israel announces it will temporarily curb attacks on southern Gaza during daytime hours. And a “heat dome” is about to envelop much of the country, creating historic temperatures across several states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court unanimously rejects a case seeking to ban the abortion drug mifepristone. The Justice Department unveils a scathing report on Phoenix police. And a string of threatening actions aimed at New York Jews prompts officials to reconsider a ban on masks in public. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House Republicans vote to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress. President Biden issues sanctions on Russia ahead of a meeting with Ukraine on the sidelines of the G7 summit. And Tesla shareholders vote on whether Elon Musk deserves a pay package worth nearly $56 billion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden’s son Hunter is found guilty on three felony counts. A new forecast from 538 shows a virtual dead heat, despite polling favorable to Donald Trump. And in an ABC News exclusive, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau unveils a rule that would take medical debt out of credit reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jurors have begun deliberating the federal gun charges facing Hunter Biden. American diplomats push a ceasefire agreement to Israel and Hamas. And Apple unveils a new partnership with OpenAI.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hours after a hostage rescue prompts dancing in the streets, a key opponent of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu resigns. Clarence Thomas amends his financial forms, belatedly disclosing extravagant travel gifts from a billionaire friend. And a Wyoming landslide results in “catastrophic failure” for a key shipping lane.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In an exclusive interview with ABC’s David Muir, President Biden describes a change in policy on American weapons in Ukraine. Prosecutors say they’ve found a “manual” for serial murder on Long Island. And a Mexican cartel allows ABC’s Matt Rivers to watch its operation along the border. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A gunman opens fire on the American embassy in Lebanon, as Israel escalates its fight with Hezbollah. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul puts an anticipated “congestion pricing” plan on hold. And after several postponements, Boeing successfully launches its Starliner space capsule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With President Biden’s executive border action in effect, Homeland Security Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas joins Start Here to explain what it all means. Our team is in court for opening statements in Hunter Biden’s federal gun trial. And an FDA panel votes against the use of psychedelic MDMA for PTSD treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sources say President Biden is planning a landmark change to immigration policy, capping the number of asylum-seekers allowed daily. Congressional Republicans confront Dr. Anthony in a contentious hearing. And the “floating pier” designed to provide Gaza aid is out of service after barely a week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden’s son Hunter goes on trial over felony gun charges. An ABC News/Ipsos poll shows voters’ reactions to Donald Trump’s conviction. And Mexico chooses its first female president, amid an outbreak of political violence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a historic jury verdict, Donald Trump becomes the first former president convicted of a felony. Meanwhile, Republicans and Democrats ponder what the conviction could mean for Trump’s chances in November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The waiting begins for a verdict in Donald Trump’s criminal fraud trial. President Biden launches a new initiative to shore-up softening support with Black voters. And players in ‘The Forgotten League’ finally have their stats merged with Major League Baseball and start overtaking some legends.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The criminal fraud case against Donald Trump heads to the jury. Another Israeli blast kills civilians in Rafah. And a new government study suggests parents should be introducing allergens to small children’s diets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An Israeli airstrike kills dozens of refugees in Gaza, barely 200 yards from an official “safe zone.” A spate of deadly tornadoes cause chaos from Texas to Kentucky. And the death toll is estimated to reach the thousands after a landslide in Papua New Guinea.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a special Memorial Day episode, ABC’s Senior Washington Reporter Devin Dwyer examines why many military communities are worried about alarming amounts of “forever chemicals,” often used in life-saving training exercises, that could become life-threatening years later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Justice Department sues Live Nation, the owner of Ticketmaster, on antitrust grounds. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito issues a consequential ruling on gerrymandering, even as his own political leanings come into focus. And an American prepares to be sentenced in Turks and Caicos, despite a full-court press from U.S. politicians pleading for mercy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Families of Uvalde shooting victims reach a settlement with the city. Nikki Haley says she will vote for Donald Trump. And the UK government schedules a snap election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the Trump campaign struggles to explain a post invoking a Nazi slogan, the former president also equivocates on whether he’d support a ban on birth control. Extreme turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight leaves at least one dead and dozens injured. And ahead of a busy travel season, President Biden plans to release a million barrels’ worth of gasoline from strategic reserves.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iran prepares an election to replace its deceased president. The International Criminal Court seeks an arrest warrant for top Israeli and Hamas leaders. And North Carolina lawmakers consider a bill that would ban face masks in public places. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iran’s president and foreign minister are among those who went down in a helicopter crash in the northwest part of the country. Donald Trump’s hush money trial could wrap up this week. And rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs apologizes after video shows him striking and kicking his ex-girlfriend.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court upholds the funding – and existence – of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. President Biden invokes executive privilege in his bid to keep tapes of his special counsel interview away from Congress. And the Justice Department indicts a U.S. citizen for helping North Koreans get remote jobs for American companies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump accept invitations to a pair of presidential debates, one of which will be hosted by ABC News. The prime minister of Slovakia is shot in an apparent assassination attempt. And the Justice Department claims Boeing violated an agreement, clearing the way for potential prosecution for crashes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Michael Cohen continues his testimony, top Republicans have begun attending Donald Trump’s trial. Humanitarian workers come under attack on their way to Gaza, and others say they can’t leave. And Google launches new artificial intelligence tools to compete with the rapid rise of ChatGPT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump’s former lawyer and fixer takes the stand against him. The Biden White House announces aggressive new tariffs targeting Chinese electric cars. And Canadian wildfire smoke once again starts drifting south of the border. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., goes on trial for bribery charges. Despite its offensive gaining ground, the Kremlin claims Ukraine attacked a Russian apartment building. And public schools prepare for potential layoffs this summer as COVID funding runs out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump tells oil executives he’ll roll back key Biden energy policies; all he’ll need is a billion dollars in campaign funds. Doctors interpret Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claim that a parasite died in his brain. And a week after “decision day,” high school graduates are still waiting for answers from colleges about financial aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden emphatically says he’s pausing shipments on arms that will kill civilians in Rafah. Speaker Mike Johnson puts down a last-ditch challenge from Marjorie Taylor Greene. And Microsoft and LinkedIn issue a report on how artificial intelligence is already affecting the workplace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In graphic detail, Stormy Daniels recounts an alleged encounter with Donald Trump to a jury. President Biden gives an impassioned address on antisemitism as Israel begins moving into Rafah. And TikTok sues the U.S. government over its potential forced sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Israel receives a new ceasefire proposal from Hamas as it warns Palestinians in the eastern part of Rafah to evacuate. The U.S. Army says a soldier has been arrested in Russia. And who will be former President Trump’s running mate this time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As each side rejects ceasefire proposals, Hamas fires into IDF forces at a key border crossing. A former Fulton County special prosecutor breaks his silence after he was forced to step down in the Georgia case against former President Trump. And the Justice Department accuses a second sitting member of Congress of illegally acting as a foreign agent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pepper balls, flash bangs and arrests signal a new stance at colleges. The U.S. military grapples with a decades-long policy toward autism, even as diagnoses increase. And researchers discover an orangutan appearing to use a plant as medicine.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A student protest organizer describes a police raid on campus. Hamas considers a ceasefire proposal from Israel. And money troubles at a historically Black college put students’ financial aid at risk.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a six-week abortion ban goes into effect in Florida, former President Donald Trump says he wouldn’t oppose even stricter rules on pregnant women. Democrats stop a challenge to House Speaker Mike Johnson in its tracks. And the Justice Department is closer than ever to changing federal marijuana rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Columbia University begins taking academic action against protesting students. Former President Donald Trump heads back to court in New York. And the Major League Baseball Players Association issues a scathing memo on Nike’s new uniforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As criticism of Israel mounts abroad, Hamas releases videos of Israeli-American hostages. An American tourist becomes the latest to be jailed over weapons possession in Turks and Caicos, where sentences have become more severe. And barbs at the White House Correspondents Dinner shed light on the presidential race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices