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CNN 5 Things

CNN 5 Things

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 We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates at 6am, 9am, 12pm, 3pm and 6pm Eastern, every weekday.2023 CNN Politics & Government
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  • One Thing: What Trump’s DC Takeover is Really About

    One Thing: What Trump’s DC Takeover is Really About
    Aug 17 2025
    As President Donald Trump’s takeover of Washington, DC law enforcement continues, some critics are questioning just how much safer it will make the streets – and whether the tactics will soon be replicated in other cities. We hear from an expert who believes there may be other motivations behind Trump’s unprecedented actions in the capital. Guest: Trevor Gardner, Vice Dean of Research and Faculty Development at Washington University in St. Louis School of Law Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895. Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Senior Producer: Faiz Jamil Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    20 mins
  • 5 Good Things: How a Principal Gets Kids Excited for Back to School

    5 Good Things: How a Principal Gets Kids Excited for Back to School
    Aug 16 2025
    The “Parody Principal” remixes morning announcements. New research breaks down the amount of dance moves cockatoos have up their wings. This CNN Hero is feeding thousands with free meals that were going to be thrown out. One musician’s loss sparked a creative solution to help others facing the same thing. Plus, getting your spouse’s attention is an art form at this beloved Iowa State fair contest. For more feelgood news, sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • Trump-Putin summit, US troops vs. drug cartels, Americans drinking differently & more

    Trump-Putin summit, US troops vs. drug cartels, Americans drinking differently & more
    Aug 15 2025
    We start with the high-stakes meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. A dramatic US military show is happening in the waters around Latin America and the Caribbean. We have the latest from a hearing about DC’s police takeover lawsuit. The mayor of New Orleans has been indicted. Plus, a new survey shows Americans’ drinking habits are changing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
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