Following the start of Donald Trump’s criminal trial in New York, we answer your questions on how Joe Biden could handle his main challenger’s legal woes.
And, Democrats are worried about the threat posed by Robert F Kennedy's Jr's run for office. But could Kennedy's campaign also be a threat to Donald Trump? We assess his chances and take look at another less conventional third-party candidate.
HOST: • Sarah Smith, North America editor
GUEST: • Miles Taylor, former chief of staff at Department for Homeland Security
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This episode was made by George Dabby with Catherine Fusillo. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The series producer is George Dabby. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Trump Trial Week 2… The Surprise Witness
Back on campus: Biden condemns 'violent' protestors
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Trump Trial Day 1... Americanswers!
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Vice, Vice, Baby: Who’ll Be Trump’s Running Mate?
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