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October 27, 2025

Season 2025 Episode 8019 | 55m 50s

National security reporter David Sanger discusses Donald Trump's trip to Asia and his upcoming meeting with Chinese leaders. Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith analyzes the latest in the war between Russia and Ukraine. Beth Macy explores division and the struggling education system in rural America in her new book "Paper Girl."

Aired: 10/26/25
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