Biden's Election Address, Netanyahu & Protests On Capitol Hill, Trump's NC Rally, Wray Discusses Assassination Attempt

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Biden Addresses The Nation On The Election

President Joe Biden addressed the nation from the White House Oval Office, telling the American people why he dropped out of the 2024 election, saying he wanted to pass the torch to a new generation. Steve Futterman has the story.

Netanyahu & Protests On Capitol Hill

Despite protests outside the Capitol where demonstrators burned American flags and denounced his visit to Washington, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has defended the Gaza war in a detailed speech to members of Congress. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.

Violence Outside Capitol During Netanyahu Visit

From waving Hamas banners on Washington, DC streets, defacing statues, and tearing down and burning American flags, police in the Nation’s Capital had to deal with sometimes violent anti-Israel protestors outside the U.S. Capitol during Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.

Trump’s North Carolina Rally

Former President Donald Trump held a campaign rally last night in North Carolina. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports it was the first Trump rally since President Biden bowed out of the race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Presidency. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

US Intercepts Russian & China Bombers

There was a close call in the skies near Alaska, after NORAD detected Russian and Chinese military aircraft just outside of the 49th state’s airspace.

Fake Protest Sparks Real One

This can only happen in New York City. Correspondent Julie Walker reports on a TV shoot's fake protest on a college campus sparking a real protest by anti-Israel demonstrators.

Biden Discusses Dropping Out

For the first time the public has heard directly from President Joe Biden about his decision to end his reelection bid. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.

Recap Of Netanyahu Address To Congress

Before a full chamber of lawmakers, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a forceful speech to Congress once again imploring the United States to strongly support their war against Hamas. John Stolnis has more from Washington.

Wray Testifies Over Attempted Trump Assassination

The Director of the FBI answered questions from lawmakers during a hearing on Capitol Hill, and provided new information on the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Fire At NYC’s JFK

On top of all the chaos air travelers are dealing with at the nation’s airports following last week’s massive computer outages, a fire inside a terminal at New York’s Kennedy Airport made delays even worse, especially for American Airlines. Sue Aller reports from New York City.

Luxury Thief Caught Stealing From The Military

A woman has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for stealing more than $100 million dollars from a grant program meant to support military children and families. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.

Western Wildfires Worsen

Wildfires continue to destroy acres in several Western states, and smoke from more out-of-control blazes in Canada is sending polluted air into the United States. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.

Finally

Swifties are now in Europe following Taylor Swift and her worldwide concert tour. As entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports, they are opening up an exhibit of Taylor Swift memorabilia in London.

If you were hoping for a Facts of Life reunion, you’ll be disappointed. Kevin Carr reports one member of the popular sitcom may have sunk the chance for the rest.

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