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New WHCD Footage, Trump's New Surgeon General Pick, Camp Mystic Stays Closed and more CNN 5 Things
New surveillance of the WHCD suspect has been released. President Trump pulls surgeon general pick and nominates Dr. Nicole Saphier. Camp Mystic will not reopen this summer. US commercial flights to Venezuela resume after nearly seven years. Plus, a tie-wearing first grader inspires a book.
May 1, 2026
 DHS Funding Passed, Gas Prices Rise, Farewell to the Royals and more CNN 5 Things
A record partial government shutdown may finally be coming to an end. President Donald Trump weighs in on rising prices at the pump. Louisiana makes changes to its midterm election schedule a day after a Supreme Court ruling. A Texas camp facing multiple investigations walks back its reopening plans. Plus, how King Charles and Queen Camilla wrapped up their four-day state visit to the US.
Apr 30, 2026
 ‘The Blockade is Genius’, Midterm Madness, Afghan Women’s Soccer Win and more CNN 5 Things
The US blockade of Iranian ports continues as President Donald Trump weighs other options to pressure Iran into a deal. New Commerce Department data shows inflation is heating up. Governors in Maine and Louisiana are making moves that are shaking up the midterms. Concerns are growing over the status of the group responsible for overseeing election security. Plus, FIFA has made a historic decision involving the Afghan women’s soccer team.
Apr 30, 2026
 Cost of the Iran War, Comey in Court, LIV Golf in Trouble and more CNN 5 Things
One source tells CNN that the cost of the Iran War could be between $40-50 billon. Former FBI Director Comey appeared in court over an alleged threat against the President. The Supreme Court deals a blow to the Voting Rights Act. According to the Wall Street Journal, Saudi Arabia is expected to pull funding from LIV Golf. Plus, a singing barista brings joy to Starbucks customers in California.
Apr 30, 2026
 Powell’s Last Stand, SCOTUS on Migrants, King Charles in NY and more CNN 5 Things
Jerome Powell announced the latest decision on interest rates at his final news conference as head of the Federal Reserve. The White House is laying groundwork to force Iran back to the negotiating table. We’ll tell you where the Supreme Court case on temporary deportation protections stands. We have an update on House lawmakers’ efforts to get former Attorney General Pam Bondi to testify in their Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Plus, what King Charles and Queen Camilla did on the third day of their US trip.
Apr 29, 2026
 SCOTUS on Voting Rights, ‘No More Mr. Nice Guy’, New US Passport Design and more CNN 5 Things
The Supreme Cout has decided a major case that could impact the nationwide battle for redistricting. Former FBI Director James Comey is expected to turn himself into federal authorities amid a new indictment. President Donald Trump is issuing a new threat to Iran, as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks to Congress about boosting the defense budget. Two Jewish people were stabbed in what appears to be the latest antisemitic attack in London. Plus, the US passport is getting a new look ahead of America’s 250th birthday.
Apr 29, 2026
 King Charles' Message, Comey Indicted, Musk Testifies and more CNN 5 Things
King Charles' message for Trump. Former FBI Director Comey indicted over a social media post. Federal agents executed 22 search warrants in a Minnesota fraud investigation. Elon Musk on the stand in a $130 billion lawsuit against OpenAI. Plus, “Cocaine Hippos” get a second chance.
Apr 29, 2026
 King Charles Speech, James Comey Indicted, Musk vs Altman trial and more CNN 5 Things
We start with King Charles’ address to Congress amid recent US-UK tensions over the Iran war. One of President Donald Trump’s largest political opponents has been indicted again. The Trump administration is setting up a legal battle with Disney amid the Jimmy Kimmel controversy. We’ll tell you about raids tied to a fraud investigation in Minnesota. Plus, Elon Musk testified in a case that could change the path of AI.
Apr 28, 2026
 WH Welcomes British Royals, UAE Quits OPEC, Taylor Swift Combats AI and more CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump rolled out the red carpet for King Charles and Queen Camila at the White House. A Trump admin official is criticizing Jimmy Kimmel for not apologizing for his most recent joke involving First Lady Melania Trump. The UAE is shaking up the consortium of the world’s largest oil producers. Severe thunderstorms are battering parts of the South for a sixth straight day. Plus, Taylor Swift has moved to protect her voice and likeness from AI impersonations.
Apr 28, 2026
 Cole Allen In Court, Kimmel Responds, Electric Air Taxis and more CNN 5 Things
Cole Tomas Allen charged with attempting to assassinate the President.  Jimmy Kimmel responds to Trump call for him to be fired. Florida Republicans push to redraw maps and flip four House seats. Defense Secretary Hegseth took musician Kid Rock for a ride in an Army helicopter.  All-electric air taxis on test flights in New York.
Apr 28, 2026
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