Over 300 days since Russia first invaded Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made his first trip out of the country since the war began to speak with President Biden and address a joint session of Congress. In his speech thanking lawmakers in Washington, President Zelenskyy also stressed the importance of the aid being provided by the United States, just as Congress approved an additional $1.8 billion military aid package that included Patriot missiles and precision-guided bombs. Former Ambassador to the United Nations Kurt Volker joins the Rundown to share the significance of President Zelenskyy’s speech on Capitol Hill, how Russia is ramping up their war efforts, and why bipartisan support for Ukraine’s defense efforts is smart foreign policy.
Many people know "A Christmas Story" as a staple of their Christmas Eve traditions. 39 years later, the story continues. Ralphie is now all grown up and returns home to give his family a holiday to remember. Peter Billingsley returns as the producer and star of "A Christmas Story Christmas" streaming now on HBO Max. He joins the Rundown to discuss what it was like making the new film, the nostalgia he experienced reliving the original, and the lasting impact it continues to have on families this holiday season.
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