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President Trump pulls Rep. Elise Stefanik’s nomination to be UN ambassador amid concerns over a tight Republican majority in the House. The arrest video of a Tufts University PhD student on a visa draws outrage from immigration activists. And, graduates from the University of Maryland will hear a commencement speech from a Muppet. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More exchanges from the Trump cabinet Signal group chat are published. The Supreme Court upholds federal regulations on ghost gun kits. And six months after Helene decimated North Carolina, some areas are now facing wildfire threats. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump downplays the leaked Signal group chat among his cabinet, blaming the journalist who was accidentally included. The U.S. says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop fighting in the Black Sea. And, American wine distributors are warning against potential tariffs. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump administration admits it accidentally included a reporter in a group chat leading up to a military strike on Yemen. Israel’s military arrests a Palestinian director who just won an Oscar. And 23andMe files for bankruptcy, sparking a panic over genetic privacy. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sources tell ABC News that the IRS is closing in on a deal that would provide certain taxpayer data to Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Democrats express frustration with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. And a mass shooting in New Mexico leaves three dead and 15 injured. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking news: Brad has a new podcast! Introducing "The Crime Scene Weekly," a new podcast for the true crime-obsessed (and -curious). Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime: what all your favorite shows and podcasts are covering, and what's taking over your TikTok feed. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. In this week's episode, the question of who killed Tupac Shakur has been a mystery for nearly 30 years. Now, the only person ever charged in his murder is speaking out for the first time since his arrest — and changing his story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump signs an executive order aiming to dismantle the Education Department. Benjamin Netanyahu’s foreign policy advisor, Ophir Falk, speaks to “Start Here” about the renewed push into Gaza. And a federal judge expresses concern about the Trump Administration’s defense of its deportation flights. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israeli troops roll into Gaza as part of a renewed ground incursion. The Federal Reserve projects positivity as it keeps interest rates in place. And newly-released JFK files from the FBI appear to illustrate American surveillance programs, but little in the way of conspiracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two American astronauts return from the International Space Station, nine months behind schedule. Israel unleashes an assault on Gaza, shattering a fragile ceasefire. And President Trump discusses Russia’s counter-offer to Ukraine’s ceasefire deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump Administration refuses to justify itself to a federal judge after ignoring his order not to deport Venezuelan migrants. President Trump prepares for phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. And PepsiCo makes a bid to buy one of a growing number of “prebiotic sodas.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a stunning test of power, the Trump Administration deports hundreds of Venezuelan migrants, defying a judge’s order. President Trump orders a series of strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen. And a series of tornadoes kills more than forty people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Senate Democrats signal last-minute funding support ahead of a government shutdown deadline. The White House pulls the president’s CDC nominee. And market backlash continues amid an escalating trade war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Educators react to the gutting of the Education Department. Lawyers press the case of Columbia protester Khalil Mahmoud. And Canada and European nations press ahead with retaliatory tariffs against the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Despite an Oval Office squabble, American and Ukrainian diplomats unify over a ceasefire deal to Russia. President Trump threatens to double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, before reversing course hours later. And House Republicans, under pressure from the president, vote to fund the federal government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump’s comments about potential recession spur a massive sell-off on Wall Street. Amid tensions over demonstrations on college campuses, the Trump Administration tries to deport a Gaza protest organizer. And the new District Attorney of Los Angeles reverses his predecessor’s effort to free the Menendez brothers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Despite years of scientific consensus, the CDC announces a new plan to study childhood vaccines and autism. Clashes between Syria’s new leadership and Assad loyalists leave hundreds dead. And police announce a cause of death for Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump announces he’s pausing some of his most dramatic initiatives. The House censures Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, for shouting over President Trump’s address. And the Supreme Court considers how strict states can be when protecting children from internet porn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a meeting with automakers, the White House announces a 30-day delay on car tariffs with Mexico and Canada. The Supreme Court rules that the Trump administration must disburse $2 billion to USAID. And the man accused of facilitating the deadly Abbey Gate bombing in Afghanistan arrives in a Washington, D.C. courtroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amid Democratic lawmakers’ protests, President Trump outlines his vision for the year ahead. Mexico brings a lawsuit against American gunmakers to a skeptical Supreme Court. And Fyre founder Billy McFarland argues with local officials’ claims that his resurrected festival “does not exist.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump prepares to address a joint session of Congress. New tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China take effect. And wildfires in the Carolinas prompt emergency declarations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices