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This morning we begin by talking about the haunting case of a death row inmate who is still alive after two lethal injections. What happens now to the convicted killer in critical condition? ... Almost a month from the midterms, the president is campaigning in red states. So what does that say about GOP confidence and voters? ... AI doppelgangers are appearing in midterm attack ads. Are the candidates breaking any laws with these?


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Passengers prevent disaster after the copilot stabbed the pilot. What we're learning about the alleged attacker ... Pete Hegseth says "the clowns are out and the cowboys are in" at the Pentagon. What could more leadership cuts mean for America's troops? ... California's Gavin Newsom reveals he's been getting advice from former President Bill Clinton. How will that shape a possible run for president in 2028?


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As today's show begins we're following breaking news out of the Middle East, where a passenger jet headed for Israel was forced to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Sources tell CNN a "violent incident between two pilots" is to blame. Our coverage begins with Joining me now with the latest is CNN correspondent Eleni Giokos in Dubai.


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The biggest names in tech, several of whom have called for regulation of AI, are scheduled to meet today at the White House. The summit comes as OpenAI scraps yet another model over safety concerns ... Prosecutors reopen the case of an alleged gang rape at Cornell. What could they find now that they didn't before? ... Jack Smith, who oversaw criminal investigations of Donald Trump, will testify before the Senate today. Fireworks are expected.


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A two-year-old Trump campaign ad is back on TV, this time with a "paid for by the US government" disclaimer. Why are our tax dollars paying for propaganda? ... After calling warnings about AI a "hoax," the president has dinner with one of the biggest voices trumpeting AI's dangers ... Are red state farmers rethinking their loyalty to Trump. Can Democrats turn that into midterm votes?


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