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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met separately with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris Thursday. Harris defends Israel but laments "suffering" in Gaza. USA TODAY National Political Correspondent David Jackson discusses how the age question has flipped in the presidential election. USA TODAY National Correspondent Trevor Hughes talks about how Vice President Kamala Harris might fill an enthusiasm gap for teachers. The economy grew 2.8% in the second quarter. Most violent crimes in U.S. cities are back down to pre-pandemic levels. California's largest wildfire burns over 125,000 acres in under 36 hours. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President Joe Biden spoke from the White House to the nation on Wednesday evening, following concerns about his mental fitness that have dogged him since his disastrous debate performance in June. What led to his unprecedented decision to bow out of the presidential race, and was he able to reassure Americans that he’s mentally fit to remain as the world’s most powerful leader for the next six months? And what will his legacy be? USA TODAY Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page joins The Excerpt to reflect on President Biden's time in office and what he will be remembered for most. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President Joe Biden spoke to the nation Wednesday, passing the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris. USA TODAY Justice Department Correspondent Aysha Bagchi has the latest on investigations into the shooter's motive in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. USA TODAY White House Correspondent Francesca Chambers discusses Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington. Mattel announces a blind Barbie and a Black Barbie with Down syndrome as additions to its its growing line of diverse and inclusive dolls. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reaching speeds of nearly 40 miles per hour, BMX racers at the 2024 Paris Olympics will have more than just a medal on the line. This sport can also be deadly. A relatively new competition in the Olympics, BMX racing was added to the 2008 Beijing games as part of a strategy to attract a younger audience. And based on the recent addition of other action sports to the games such as climbing, skateboarding and surfing, that strategy is working. Cam Wood is a 22-year-old racer from Montana who is currently America’s top hopeful. He joins The Excerpt to talk about his journey and what’s at stake in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

USA TODAY National Correspondent Deborah Barfield Berry discusses how Black women are mobilizing for Vice President Kamala Harris' push for the White House. Sen. Bob Menendez will resign, following his corruption conviction. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has resigned in the wake of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. USA TODAY Campaign Reporter Zac Anderson discusses the possible roles that Trump family members could play in a second administration. A retirement surge is here. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

USA TODAY Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page looks ahead to the next weeks and months after President Joe Biden's historic decision. Plus, Vice President Kamala Harris secures the delegates needed to become nominee. Delta Air Lines continues to see major disruptions after last week's IT outage. USA TODAY Domestic Security Correspondent Josh Meyer recaps a tense hearing over Secret Service failures surrounding the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Police snipers and AI cameras will watch over the Paris Olympics. Simone Biles headlines Team USA after finding a better work-life balance. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

USA TODAY White House Correspondent Joey Garrison discusses President Joe Biden's decision to end his bid for reelection. How's the Trump campaign responding after Biden's decision? Is America ready for a President Kamala Harris? USA TODAY Health Reporter Karen Weintraub breaks down new findings into the worldwide risk of animal-to-human disease spread. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Athletes have lost faith in the World Anti-Doping Agency, also known as Wada. That’s what we heard from Michael Phelps, the U.S. Olympian with the most medals in history. Phelps made the statement during Congressional testimony he gave in June referring to drug tests given in the leadup to the 2021 games in Tokyo which found that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for a banned substance. Eleven of those swimmers will be competing this summer in Paris. Is there any way to restore faith that the Paris Olympics will be fair, or is the taking of banned substances simply the new normal? USA TODAY Sports Columnist Christine Brennan joins The Excerpt to discuss how officials are handling the issue and what to expect next. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A tech outage affected businesses, travel and more around the world Friday. What happened? USA TODAY Domestic Security Correspondent Josh Meyer discusses whether Secret Service agents followed protocols in the moments after a shooter opened fire on former President Donald Trump a week ago. A Russian court sentences Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich to 16 years in prison on charges of espionage. USA TODAY Senior Reporter Jessica Guynn discusses new survey findings on DEI in the workplace. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Was this a new Donald Trump on stage for his acceptance speech? USA TODAY Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page says there were signs of a candidate pushing for unity, while still using some of his trademark tactics. Melania Trump raises eyebrows by not making a speech at the Republican National Convention. USA TODAY Investigative Reporter Nick Penzenstadler asks whether history should remember the Trump shooter. Bob Newhart has died at 94. The Paris Olympics will feature an ambitious broadcast plan. Episode Transcript linked here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Last year’s strikes by both the Screen Actors Guild and the Writer’s Guild, new technology such as generative AI, and a global pandemic have all drastically changed film production in Hollywood. Adding to the issues facing the big screen is the continuing trend of moviegoers bypassing theatrical releases in favor of watching films on the small screen. Is Hollywood ready for a reboot? Henry Jenkins, Professor at the University of Southern California, joins The Excerpt to talk about the current state of moviemaking here in America. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

JD Vance accepted his vice presidential nomination Wednesday at Day 3 of the Republican National Convention. As Republicans focus on the border at the convention, USA TODAY National Immigration Reporter Lauren Villagran discusses how immigration is transforming the American South - and its politics. USA TODAY National Political Correspondent David Jackson sat down with Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts to discuss Project 2025. President Joe Biden continues facing calls to bow out of the presidential race. Plus, he tested positive for COVID-19 Wednesday. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Forbes maintains a real-time billionaires list. All ten of the richest people on the list have each amassed fortunes greater than $130 billion. While some have pledged to give most of their wealth to charity, that still puts them in an enormous position of undemocratic, unvarnished power. The average CEO now brings in over 300 times the average worker’s pay according to the Economic Policy Institute. All of which begs the question, should this level of unbridled wealth even exist? In her new book, “Limitarianism, The Case against Extreme Wealth," Ingrid Robeyns argues strongly that it shouldn’t. She joins The Excerpt to discuss how more people need to have this conversation about capping extreme wealth. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez was convicted on all counts at his corruption trial. USA TODAY Investigative Reporter Nick Penzenstadler has the latest on the gun used in the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Day 2 wraps at the Republican National Convention. The fatal shooting of a homeless man is raising questions about out-of-state police at the convention. USA TODAY Personal Finance Reporter Daniel de Visé discusses how home equity has soared in recent years. Climate change is making days longer. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former President Donald Trump and Sen. JD Vance were formally selected Monday as the GOP's 2024 presidential and vice presidential nominees. USA TODAY National Political Correspondent David Jackson breaks down Trump's decision. President Joe Biden rejected accusations that his rhetoric fueled the assassination attempt on Trump, during an interview with NBC News' Lester Holt. USA TODAY Justice Department Correspondent Aysha Bagchi discusses the decision by a judge to toss Trump's classified documents case. Dental care access is in crisis. Globetrotting butterflies traveled 2,600 miles to cross the Atlantic. It's Amazon Prime Day. Here are some of the best deals. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Republican National Convention begins Monday in Milwaukee, two days after an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. President Joe Biden decried political violence during an address Sunday evening. USA TODAY Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page puts the shooting in historical context, and looks at its impact on the presidential election. How did Secret Service allow a shooter to get so close to Donald Trump? USA TODAY Campaign Reporter Zac Anderson discusses whether we should expect anything different during this week's convention. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This month, the Department of Justice shut down nearly 1,000 pro-Russia social media bots masquerading as American citizens. Their goal was to promote stories that showed Russia and President Vladimir Putin in a favorable light while sowing discord here in the U.S. With the proliferation of fake news on social media, is it possible to vaccinate ourselves against untruths and lies? What is the psychology behind persuasion and influence that makes people fall prey to fake news? Sander van der Linden, professor of social psychology at the University of Cambridge, joins The Excerpt to discuss what it takes to resist persuasion on social media. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

USA TODAY Health Reporter Karen Weintraub discusses the challenges caregivers face, and how they might be reflected at the ballot box. Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' case has been dismissed by a judge over 'suppressed' evidence. USA TODAY Election Reporting Fellow Sam Woodward tells us about USA TODAY's (virtual) backstage pass to the Republican National Convention. AT&T says nearly all of its cell customers' call and text records were exposed in a massive breach. 40% of cancers were found to be preventable with lifestyle changes, according to new research. The Euros and Copa America wrap up Sunday. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President Joe Biden wrapped up a NATO summit with a press conference Thursday, where he had a number of verbal snafus, but was defiant that he will remain in the presidential race. USA TODAY White House Correspondent Francesca Chambers reports. A new poll found that most Democrats want Joe Biden to drop out of the race. Plus, more Democratic lawmakers call on Biden to drop out. Inflation eased more than expected in June. USA TODAY Senior Reporter Jessica Guynn discusses the retirement savings crisis. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s been four years since pandemic lockdowns utterly transformed how we work, spurring the Great Resignation, quiet quitting and higher rates of burnout. And we still haven’t quite figured it out. Employees’ stress levels remain higher now than they were before 2020, according to a recent Gallup poll. What are business leaders not getting right years into this new paradigm of work culture? Harvard professor and bestselling author Arthur Brooks, whose work focuses on meaning and happiness, joins The Excerpt to offer advice to leaders and employees navigating hybrid work. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.