Villanova University ‘hoax’, Trump joins DC patrol, Cracker Barrel’s new logo & more

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We start with a university president’s message to students about a report of an active shooter. President Donald Trump promoted his broad federal crackdown alongside law enforcement agents. We’re tracking the latest developments in California and Texas’ redistricting push. The Israeli military is making new preps in its Gaza takeover plans. We’ll tell you where Hurricane Erin is heading. Plus, investors are unhappy over a restaurant chain’s modern makeover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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