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Tuesday, January 7, 2014

Season 2014 Episode 70 | 54m 11s

On our program tonight, much of the United States is in a deep freeze due to a polar vortex. We examine the climate science behind the frigid weather. Also: JPMorgan Chase gets slapped with another historic fine for its connection to the Madoff scheme, the Senate acts to extend emergency jobless benefits, challenges for new Fed chief Janet Yellen and a conversation about fighting global hunger.

Aired: 01/06/14 | Expires: 12/31/69
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Extras
News Wrap: Bill Gates says he made 'grave error' by meeting with Epstein
U.S. launches new strikes in Iran after missiles target American bases
Pulte unqualified for DNI role, but FISA must be extended, Rep. McCaul says
As Iran war drags on, spiking energy prices send inflation to 3-year high
Takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries and what they mean for November
Survey reveals political and cultural factions shaping the midterms
America's 250th anniversary revives questions about religion and the founders
How the loss of USAID has weakened the fight against Ebola
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