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Oct 24, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump hints at military action in Cuba while Russia agrees to a localized ceasefire in Ukraine. A Mississippi officer resigned after fatally shooting a toddler, and the Justice Department dropped its appeal on student loan forgiveness rules. Hurricane Vance intensifies off Mexico, and the White House exempts certain Canadian imports from tariffs. The episode also covers the start of the World Series in Milwaukee and new Airbnb cleaning policies.

Topics discussed

Trump suggests US warships stop in Cuba Russia agrees to localized ceasefire in Ukraine Mississippi officer resigns after shooting toddler Trump admin drops student loan forgiveness rule Hurricane Vance strengthens off Mexico coast Tariff exemptions for Canadian imports World Series Game 1: Brewers vs Rays Airbnb updates guest cleaning policy Sponsor: Bowlin Branch bedding
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