Judge Tosses Comey & James Cases, Senator Targeted By The Pentagon, Latest On Russia-Ukraine Peace Plan, Holiday Travel Beginning

Today on America in the MorningComey & James Cases Tossed

A federal judge in Virginia has thrown out the cases brought by the Department of Justice against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. Lisa Dwyer reports on the judge’s ruling, one that White House Spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt, in an interview with Fox News, described as both unprecedented and a technical judgment, one they vow to appeal.

Pentagon Targets Kelly

The Trump administration remains outraged following a video circulated on social media by Democrat members of Congress, telling active duty service members that can refuse what they called “illegal orders,” which prompted the Pentagon to open an investigation into former Navy Commander and astronaut Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, after his appearance in the video last week. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.

Family Reacts Over Teen Cruise Ship Death

The grandparents of the teenager who died on a cruise ship are speaking out after the case was ruled a homicide, and investigators focusing in on a family member for the crime. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Eviction Gone Wrong

A locksmith who was assisting sheriff’s deputies attempting to unlock a door so police could serve an eviction notice died of his injuries, days after a Florida deputy was killed and another was shot during the eviction process. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports.

Alabama Governor’s Race Shake Up

Former Democrat Senator Doug Jones filed paperwork to run for governor of Alabama, setting up a high-profile race against Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville.

The Great Pie Debate

With Thanksgiving just 2 days away, it’s not just turkey that gets the attention. Sweet potato or pumpkin – that’s the great Thanksgiving pie debate. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.

Latest On Russia-Ukraine Plan

Negotiators say they are making progress in talks with Ukraine about a 28-point plan to end the war with Russia that some said was heavily tilted in their favor, but there’s still questions being raised by Ukraine and nations in Europe. John Stolnis has more from Washington.

Trump Health Plan Postponed

President Trump was going to unveil his plan to replace the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, but the White House now says that rollout is being postponed. Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.

Holiday Travel

The shutdown is over and flights have resumed, but the nation’s roads, rails, and skies will be heavily tested this Thanksgiving holiday weekend as a record number of people will be traveling, and those travelers might ask themselves, "What now?" Correspondent Julie Walker reports.

Trump & Xi Plan Meetings

In an effort to boost relations, President Trump says he'll trade state visits next year with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.

Finally

His film and Broadway career went from the penthouse to the outhouse, literally, after facing several allegations of sexual misconduct. Now, Kevin Spacey setting the record straight after reports surfaced that he has become homeless. Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices