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Oct 2023
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New House Speaker - Mike Johnson

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First: Israel at war. Artillery fire has begun between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah at the border of northern Israel. Could this be the start of a ground invasion? Join us on the front lines as we attempt to navigate this rapidly evolving conflict.

Plus: Mike Pence has decided to suspend his campaign for Presidency as he exits the 2024 Republican primary field. He states that "it is not my time". He's the first major candidate to end his campaign. Will a shrinking field benefit someone else to emerge as a true Trump alternative?

And: There is a new House Speaker - Mike Johnson. House Republicans have finally picked someone to lead them, but just who is this little-known Louisiana Congressman?

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