Biden, congressional leaders meet with shutdown looming
The top four leaders in Congress met with President Biden in the Oval Office to discuss how to fund the government and what should happen next for U.S. support of Ukraine. Congress faces a precarious stack of crises this week as leaders race to meet deadlines, including one that could spark a partial government shutdown. Lisa Desjardins reports.
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News Wrap: Israel, Hamas doubt Biden's cease-fire hopes
S2024 E59 - 4m 8s
In our news wrap Tuesday, Israel and Hamas cast doubt on President Biden's suggestion that a Gaza cease-fire deal could be reached by Monday, communities in Israel held local elections despite the ongoing war, Ukraine's military retreated from more territory in the east after intense battles overnight and a human rights activist in Russia was sentenced to prison for criticizing the Ukraine war.
Georgia murder fuels heated debate over immigration policies
S2024 E59 - 8m 1s
The murder of a college student in Georgia and the immigration status of her alleged killer have thrown new fuel into the heated debate over immigration and the government's policies. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Charis Kubrin, a professor of criminology, law and society at the University of California, Irvine and co-author of, “Immigration and Crime: Taking Stock.”
IDF soldier's videos offer unique perspective of war in Gaza
S2024 E59 - 7m 25s
We have a rare glimpse into the Israel-Hamas war from an ordinary Israeli infantryman, Sam Sank, who in normal life works in information technology. His period of service has just ended and special correspondent Malcolm Brabant caught up with him during a brief visit to the Sank family home in London.
Michigan Democratic Party chair on 'uncommitted' voters
S2024 E59 - 4m 24s
Voters in Michigan are casting their votes in that state's presidential primary. Some Democratic activists say they're hoping to send a message to President Biden, by voting "uncommitted." It follows growing frustration among some Muslim and Arab Americans over the administration's handling of the war in Gaza. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Michigan Democratic Party Chair Lavora Barnes.
Plan for new affordable city in California meets skepticism
S2024 E59 - 8m 54s
Cities worldwide are becoming overcrowded, overpriced and a source of global warming. That's why a group called "California Forever" is looking to build a livable, affordable, and eco-friendly community near San Francisco. But some local officials and residents are skeptical about the proposal. Paul Solman visited the area to find out if the developers' dreams could come true.
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