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Jun 2021
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First, Chris goes one-on-one with Democratic Senator Bob Casey. Then, Van Jones joins Chris to discuss what's next for Biden's legislative agenda. Chris wraps up the show with "The Wizard of Odds," Harry Enten on the White House's plan to address a nationwide surge in crime.  To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn ... Show More
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