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Supreme Court blocks deposition of Wilbur Ross – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon reality checks the Supreme Court’s decision to block a deposition of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross in a case challenging the decision to reinstate a citizenship question on the 2020 census.
Challenging the Notion Scientists Were Paid to Push Climate Change – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon looks at the partisan pushback and President Trump’s response to the climate change report his administration released on August 23, 2018 that says 2018’s wildfires and flooding are the “new normal.”
The high stakes of the 2018 governor races – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon takes a deep dive into the gubernatorial races around the country, examining how close some candidates are in the polls and who could be making history on election night.
Where Else has Russia Allegedly Meddled? – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon breaks down Russia’s suspected interference in the 2016 Brexit referendum and across Europe.
Ethics Questions Mount for White House Cabinet – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon examines the mounting ethics questions surrounding the White House after another cabinet secretary announces an exit.
Nixon’s resignation 44 years later – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon looks at the similarities between President Donald Trump and former President Richard Nixon as some Democrats, and even Republicans, call for President Trump’s impeachment.
What Khashoggi’s Death Says About Data Hacks – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
Hacks on high-profile companies like Marriott, Yahoo and Facebook have become more common, exposing huge amounts of data. CNN’s John Avlon explains why the US shouldn’t turn a blind eye to breaches in cybersecurity.
The Dark History Behind Trump’s Heated Rhetoric – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon dives into the history behind much of President Trump’s heated campaign trail rhetoric.
Numbers Show Anti-Semitic Incidents on the Rise – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
According to the Anti-Defamation League, anti-semitic incidents in the US increased 57% in 2017.
The Truth About Voter Fraud Claims – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon breaks down President Trump’s claims of voter fraud in elections.
Trump’s Lies About Separations – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon looks at the Trump administration’s claims about families separated at the border, pointing out that there is no law saying families must be separated.
Trump Benefits from GOP Groups – Reality Check with John Avlon – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon breaks down the CNN report that shows Trump properties have raked in big money from GOP-aligned political groups.
Pulling Troops Out of Syria and Approaching the Shutdown – New Day – CNN
President Trump is ordering US military forces out of Syria, claiming they’ve defeated ISIS and their work is done. He made the announcement on Twitter, saying, “We have defeated ISIS in Syria, my only reason for being there during the … Continue reading
President Trumps Withdraw from Syria – New Day – CNN
President Donald Trump has ordered staff to execute the “full” and “rapid” withdrawal of US military from Syria, declaring that the US has defeated ISIS.
An 8 Year Old Boy Dies in the Custody of the Border Patrol – New Day CNN
An 8 year old boy dies in the custody of Customs and Boarder Protections on Christmas Eve. Also, the markets are showing volatility in the face of the government brinkmanship and the president’s talk of controlling the Fed.
Countdown to the Shutdown – New Day – CNN
Negotiations up to the government shutdown seem to stall and Trump forces out defense secretary James Mattis two months early.
Hear how Matthew McConaughey reframed the debate on guns – CNN
Actor Matthew McConaughey appealed to Congress for more gun control in the wake of the shooting that killed 19 children and 2 teachers in his hometown of Uvalde, Texas. McConaughey reframes the topic of gun responsibility that details how Americans … Continue reading
Journalism During the Disinformation Age – Reliable Sources – CNN
I believe we will look back on this as one of the best times to be a journalist. Not because it was easy, but because it was hard and our mission is clear.
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah
John Avlon discusses his book “Washington’s Farewell,” which lays out how George Washington warned against hyperpartisanship and false patriotism.