Wild weather spreads across the U.S.

In Washington, D.C., the federal government is closed – as are most of the schools in the area. That’s because the first major snow storm in about three years barreled in Sunday night.

Meanwhile, the Southern U.S. is preparing for another storm that could paralyze parts of Texas, Arkansas and Northern Louisiana.

And Southern California is preparing for “life threatening, destructive gusts” driving wildfires.

That’s a lot of wild weather…so what’s going on?

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The battle over the truth of January 6

What happened on January 6, 2021? There have been news reports, documentaries and witness testimonies all trying to put that question to rest. But despite an impeachment trial and a House Select Committee investigation, the fight over how that day will be remembered isn’t over.

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Elon Musk wades into European politics

Billionaire Elon Musk begins 2025 as one of the most influential people in the United States.

He’s developed a close relationship with President-elect Donald Trump, and has been advising the incoming administration on policy and staffing. And Musk is now increasingly weighing in on European politics as well.

Host Scott Detrow speaks with reporter Rebecca Collard about Musk wading into European politics.

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