AP NewsCast 11am EDT
Summary
Former special counsel Jack Smith defends his Trump indictments before the Senate, asserting his actions were apolitical despite Republican criticism. The report also covers Iran’s economic collapse amid the Middle East war, unchanged US arms sales to Taiwan, and the second trial for Lindsey Clancy. Additionally, it details the upcoming executions of Krista Pike in Tennessee and Curtis Beasley in Florida, highlighting debates over the death penalty and clemency.
Topics discussed
Jack Smith testimony before Senate Judiciary Committee
GOP lawmakers' phone records and election interference probe
Iranian spokesman urges US withdrawal from region
Economic impact of war on Iran and US consumer confidence
US arms sales to Taiwan and China's pressure
Lindsey Clancy's second trial in Massachusetts
Upcoming executions in Tennessee and Florida
Coca-Cola Zero Sugar commercial
Questlove's 'Originals' promotional segment
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