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President Donald Trump publicly admitted he has authorized he authorized the CIA to operate inside Venezuela to crack down on flows of illegal drugs and migrants to the US. It comes as Trump continues to authorize deadly strikes on suspected drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean. But is this really about drugs – or regime change?  Guests: Natasha Bertrand, CNN Correspondent & Steven Dudley, co-director, InSight Crime  ---  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin  Editorial Support: Dan Bloom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

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President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart talked weapons capabilities at the White House today. Trump is taking his fight over National Guard deployments to the Supreme Court. Another strike on an alleged drug trafficking boat is raising legal questions. A shocking announcement from a member of the British royal family over Jeffrey Epstein allegations. Plus, we’ll tell you where a severe weather threat is growing in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Former National Security Advisor John Bolton appeared in court today, after being indicted on federal charges. Stock markets seesawed this morning as volatility returns to Wall Street. A flurry of developments in Chicago cements the city as the epicenter of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. A second round of “No Kings” protests are set for tomorrow. Plus, the White House plans to highly discount these popular drugs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

President Donald Trump’s former national security advisor John Bolton has been indicted. Ukraine’s president is set to meet Trump today, as the US president agrees to meet with Russia’s leader later on. Tensions continue to mount over the delayed release of deceased Israeli hostages by Hamas. We bring you highlights from the first general election debate in the NYC mayoral race. Plus, a founding member of the band “Kiss” has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]