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Mideast experts analyze the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal

7m 32s

To discuss the Israel and Hamas hostage and ceasefire deal that could end the 15-month war in Gaza, Geoff Bennett spoke with David Makovsky of The Washington Institute for Near East Policy and Hussein Ibish of the Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington.

Father of Israeli-American hostage reacts to deal

5m 47s

We're looking at the Israel-Hamas ceasefire through the lens of the families whose loved ones have been held hostage by Hamas since Oct. 7, 2023. Jonathan Dekel-Chen is the father of Israeli-American Sagui Dekel-Chen. He was kidnapped from the kibbutz Nir Oz trying to defend his family from the Hamas attack. Amna Nawaz spoke with Dekel-Chen about his son and the ceasefire deal.

LA officials face firefighting strategy questions

4m 5s

It’s been more than a week since two of the most destructive wildfires in California history broke out within hours of each other in Los Angeles. Both blazes remain active and uncontained, and Angelenos again held their breath while firefighters worked to prevent the flames from spreading or expanding amidst dangerously dry and windy conditions. Stephanie Sy reports.

News Wrap: FDA announces ban on Red No. 3 dye in food

6m 40s

In our news wrap Wednesday, the FDA says it is banning red dye No. 3 from food for its potential cancer risk, the Supreme Court signaled support for a Texas law aimed at blocking children from seeing pornography online, South African police called off a rescue operation at an abandoned mine and Ukraine said a major Russian missile attack forced authorities to shut down parts of its power grid.

Fire victims face devastated communities, uncertain future

8m 5s

Unprecedented warnings about wind conditions have residents around the Los Angeles area on high alert again as firefighters work to control major blazes that have destroyed communities and taken at least 24 lives. Mayor Karen Bass issued an executive order to remove red tape and speed rebuilding efforts, but as Stephanie Sy reports, it's hard for many residents to look past the next 24 hours.

Mayorkas defends Biden's immigration policies

8m 40s

Immigration has been a white-hot political issue for years and helped propel Donald Trump back into the Oval Office. The incoming president has promised mass deportations and is expected to issue a slew of related executive orders soon after being sworn in. Seeing those through will be up to the Department of Homeland Security. Amna Nawaz discussed more with outgoing Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

Hegseth faces grilling over accusations of misconduct

6m 9s

One of President-elect Trump's most controversial nominees was the first to face the scrutiny of a Senate confirmation hearing. Defense Secretary-designate Pete Hegseth was questioned Tuesday about alleged sexual and financial misconduct as well as concerns he lacks the experience to manage more than three million employees. Hegseth has denied any wrongdoing. Lisa Desjardins reports.

News Wrap: South Korean investigators try to detain Yoon

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In our news wrap Tuesday, South Korean investigators arrived in the early morning hours for a second attempt to detain impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol, House Speaker Johnson says flags at the Capitol will fly at full height during the inauguration of Donald Trump and Ukraine targeted Russia with several U.S.-made missiles and carried out one of its largest drone attacks to date.

Hegseth faces grilling over accusations of misconduct

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One of President-elect Trump's most controversial nominees was the first to face the scrutiny of a Senate confirmation hearing. Defense Secretary-designate Pete Hegseth was questioned Tuesday about alleged sexual and financial misconduct as well as concerns he lacks the experience to manage more than three million employees. Hegseth has denied any wrongdoing. Lisa Desjardins reports.

GOP Sen. Banks pushes to quickly confirm Hegseth

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Republican Sen. Jim Banks of Indiana serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee and was in the room as Defense Secretary-designate Pete Hegseth appeared for a confirmation hearing. Amna Nawaz spoke with Sen. Banks about how Hegseth handled the attention.

Sen. Duckworth on why she thinks Hegseth is unqualified

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During Tuesday's confirmation hearing, Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois told defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth that she doesn't believe he is qualified for the job. Sen. Duckworth is a former Army helicopter pilot who lost her legs in a crash while serving in Iraq and a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee. Sen. Duckworth joined Geoff Bennett to discuss Hegseth's hearing.

Jack Smith report alleges Trump would have been convicted

4m 47s

In his final report to the attorney general, special counsel Jack Smith stood behind his decision to criminally charge President-elect Trump for his efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Smith detailed the evidence he and his team amassed and would have presented at trial, writing "the admissible evidence was sufficient to obtain and sustain a conviction at trial.” William Brangham reports.

What's in the latest Israel-Hamas ceasefire proposal

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Israel and Hamas are the closest they have been to a ceasefire in Gaza. That is the word from senior U.S. and Israeli officials and a Hamas statement. Nick Schifrin reports on the latest.

Tamara Keith and Andrew Desiderio on wildfire politicization

8m 18s

NPR’s Tamara Keith and Andrew Desiderio of Punchbowl News join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including President Biden's final week in office and the raging wildfires in California have become fodder for political debate.

Dangerous winds pick up as crews battle devastating LA fires

9m 46s

Dangerous wind conditions are picking up speed and threatening to spread devastating fires in Southern California. Four of the major fires have burned through more than 62 square miles. At least 25 people have died, nearly 30 more are missing and several communities have been reduced to ash. Geoff Bennett discussed more with California State Fire Marshal Daniel Berlant.

News Wrap: Biden defends legacy on world stage in address

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In our news wrap Monday, President Biden defended his legacy on the world stage during an address at the State Department, the White House proposed export limits on computer chips used in artificial intelligence, China's exports grew sharply as companies rushed to lock in orders ahead of Trump's return and at least 100 people mining in South Africa died after being trapped underground for months.

Ambassador says Canada prepared for any scenario with Trump

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America’s close relationship with Canada is on full display in California where Canadian firefighters and water-dropping airplanes are helping with the wildfires. The assistance comes at a unique time as President-elect Trump is threatening to impose tariffs on Canadian imports and is dismissively calling Canada the 51st state. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Canadian Ambassador Kirsten Hillman.

What makes Greenland a strategic polar outpost

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President-elect Trump’s allies in Congress proposed a new bill dubbed ‘Make Greenland Great Again.' It's meant to expedite a negotiation process with Denmark, which protects Greenland’s autonomy, given Trump's repeated desire to buy the Arctic territory. Greenland’s prime minister said that while the massive island is not for sale, Greenland would work with the U.S. Nick Schifrin reports.

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