EPISODE · May 18, 2026 · 7 MIN
Trump DOJ Compensation Fund, Mangione Evidence, Asteroid Close Pass & More
from CNN 5 Things · host CNN Podcasts
In an unprecedented move, the Justice Department announced it has created a $1.776 billion fund to compensate President Donald Trump’s allies who claim they were unfairly targeted by the previous administration. The back and forth between the US and Iran to try to reach a ceasefire continues. Luigi Mangione is back in court today; we tell you why. A trial is underway for a school shooting case in Virginia. And a giant asteroid is passing by Earth today – how close of a call will it be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In an unprecedented move, the Justice Department announced it has created a $1.776 billion fund to compensate President Donald Trump’s allies who claim they were unfairly targeted by the previous administration. The back and forth between the US and Iran to try to reach a ceasefire continues. Luigi Mangione is back in court today; we tell you why. A trial is underway for a school shooting case in Virginia. And a giant asteroid is passing by Earth today – how close of a call will it be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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