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ABC News Live Prime: Friday, July 5, 2024

ABC News' Juju Chang leads full analysis of George Stephanopoulos' exclusive interview with President Joe Biden, including an interview with Democratic Representative Mike Quigley of Illinois.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Friday, July 5, 2024
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Democrat Rep. Mike Quigley: 'With the greatest respect, I don’t think he’s up for it'

ABC News' Juju Chang speaks with Illinois Rep. Mike Quigley on where he stands regarding a possible replacement of President Joe Biden as the nominee and whether he is fit for the job.
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VIDEO: Democrat Rep. Mike Quigley: 'With the greatest respect, I don’t think he’s up for it'
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ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, July 5, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, July 5, 2024
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Evacuation orders issued for latest California wildfire amid scorching heat wave

The French Fire is one of more than a dozen active fire incidents in California.
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Flames from the French Fire burn on a hillside above Mariposa, Calif., on July 5, 2024.
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Biden campaigns in battleground Wisconsin

Plus, Keir Starmer takes over as U.K. prime minister and two siblings rent a "Find Chris Love" billboard to help brother find love.
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VIDEO: Biden campaigns in battleground Wisconsin
July 05

Trump asks judge to delay his classified docs case following SCOTUS immunity ruling

Trump asked her to determine if his alleged conduct is "official or unofficial."
July 05
Republican presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to a campaign rally at the Liacouras Center on June 22, 2024 in Philadelphia.
July 05

Hurricane Beryl downgraded to tropical storm

Now, tropical storm Beryl continues on its path, hitting Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula Quintana Roo. Mexico’s Tourism Secretary Bernardo Cueto joins the show to talk about the storm’s impact.
July 05
VIDEO: Hurricane Beryl downgraded to tropical storm
July 05

Family of woman shot in vehicle calls for justice, alleging inaction by deputy

Raejonette Morgan, 22, was shot in her car and later died of her injuries.
July 05
Raejonette Morgan, pictured in this undated photo, died at 22 years old.
July 05

US couple riding out Hurricane Beryl during vacation in Mexico

Missy and Tina Wujek were on vacation in Cancun where Hurricane Beryl hit. They both join ABC News Live to talk about their experience.
July 05
VIDEO: US couple riding out Hurricane Beryl during vacation in Mexico
July 05

3 dead, 7 injured after suspected drunk driver plows into New York City park

Four victims were pinned under a gray Ford F-150 pickup truck.
July 05
Three people were killed when a suspected drunk driver plowed into a group of people on Manhattan's Lower East Side on July 4, 2024.
July 05

3 killed as suspected drunk driver plows into crowd

Three people are dead and seven injured after a suspected drunk driver plowed into a New York City park.
July 05
VIDEO: 3 killed as suspected drunk driver plows into crowd
July 05

West Coast historic heat wave could break all-time records

The heat wave could break all-time records.
July 05
Ken Gergits, 53, panhandles for water in the blazing sun as temperatures reached 100 degrees in Santa Rosa, Calif., on July 3, 2024.
July 05

Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest winners relish victory

Men’s competition winner Patrick Bertoletti ate 58 hot dogs and 20-time winner Miki Sudo ate a women’s record of 51 hot dogs.
July 05
VIDEO: Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest winners relish victory
July 05

Drowning deaths on the rise: CDC

Water safety advocate Chezik Tsunoda discusses how you can prevent drowning.
July 05
VIDEO: Drowning deaths on the rise: CDC
July 05

FBI launches criminal investigation into 23 Chinese swimmers for doping

Eleven of the swimmers who were allowed to compete at the Tokyo Olympics are also set to compete in Paris at the end of July.
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VIDEO: FBI launches criminal investigation into 23 Chinese swimmers for doping
July 05

American job market stalls, jobs report shows

ABC News’ Elizabeth Schulze breaks down the numbers.
July 05
VIDEO: American job market stalls, jobs report shows
July 05

Rip currents: What to know about the dangers and how to escape

Rip currents usually reach a speed of 1 to 2 feet per second.
July 05
A rip currents safety sign at Punta Rassa Park, Fort Myers, Fla., Nov. 7, 2013.
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National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
July 05
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
July 05

Suspect dead following shootout at Yellowstone

An armed suspect who was allegedly making threats in Yellowstone National Park is dead following a shootout with rangers, the National Park Service said.
July 05
An armed suspect who was allegedly making threats in Yellowstone National Park is dead following a shootout with rangers, the National Park Service said.
July 05

3 dead after driver plows into park July 4

Three people are dead, and seven others have been injured after a suspected drunk driver plowed his vehicle into a park in NYC on the Fourth of July.
July 05
Three people are dead, and seven others have been injured after a suspected drunk driver plowed his vehicle into a park in NYC on the Fourth of July.
July 05

Laura Day speaks out on drowning murder of her stepson

“A tragic accident happened. I tried to save him,” said Day.
July 05
Laura Day spoke to "20/20".
July 04

Shark believed to have injured 4 people in waters off Gulf Coast on Fourth of July

In one incident, police received a call about a "severe" bite to a man's leg.
July 04
A shark is seen near where a man was bitten off South Padre Island, Texas, July 4, 2024.
July 04

Heat wave sets in on West Coast with worst yet to come

Several wildfires exploded in the West due to extreme heat and dry conditions.
July 04
People gather on the beach to enjoy the cooler coastal weather as southern California is facing a heatwave, in Santa Monica, on July 3, 2024.
July 04

Suspect fatally shot by park rangers at Yellowstone after allegedly making threats

A Yellowstone law enforcement park ranger was also injured.
July 04
Authorities respond to an incident at Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, July 4, 2024.
July 04

Retired military dogs reunite with former handlers after years apart

Two best friends adopt their other best friends during a heartwarming reunion.
July 04
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Isaac Weissend and Marine Corps veteran Dalton Stone were reunited with the military dogs they handled while serving in Japan.
July 04

Retired military dogs reunite with former handlers

Two best friends adopt their other best friends during a heartwarming reunion.
July 04
Two best friends adopt their other best friends during a heartwarming reunion.
July 04

Hurricane Beryl takes aim at Cayman Islands

After taking down trees and power lines in Jamaica, Hurricane Beryl heads for the Cayman Islands and Mexico.
July 04
VIDEO: Hurricane Beryl takes aim at Cayman Islands
July 04

Historic heat waves bake the West, South

Millions of Americans are under heat alerts as Hurricane Beryl approaches the Gulf Coast.
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VIDEO: Historic heat waves bake the West, South
July 04

Keeping pets calm during July 4 fireworks

Many dogs and cats are fearful of loud noises like fireworks or thunderstorms. Veterinarian Dr. Gary Richter offers some helpful tips to keep pets calm and safe during the holiday.
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VIDEO: Keeping pets calm during July 4 fireworks
July 04

13-year-old girl killed in mall shooting, 16-year-old suspect in custody: Police

A 16-year-old suspect from Edmonds, Washington, was in custody, police said.
July 04
Jayda Woods-Johnson, 13, was killed Wednesday, July 3, 2024, when she was struck by a stray bullet at the Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood, Wash., police said.
July 04

13-year-old girl 'tragically murdered' in mall shooting in Washington, police say

A 16-year-old suspect from Edmonds, Washington, was in custody, police said.
July 04
A 16-year-old suspect from Edmonds, Washington, was in custody, police said.
July 04

History made as critically endangered baby western lowland gorilla born at Ohio Zoo

"Tiny hands and beautiful big brown eyes that melt our hearts."
July 04
The Columbus Zoo has welcomed the birth of a critically-endangered western lowland baby gorilla, according to zoo officials.
July 04

2 19-year-old men arrested for illegally hunting on Oprah Winfrey's Hawaii ranch

The two men didn't have hunting licenses or registered guns, police said.
July 04
Two 19-year-old men have been arrested after being accused of illegally hunting on Oprah Winfrey’s ranch in Hawaii, officials say.
July 04

Video shows dog starting house fire by turning on stove in middle of night

"Their pup got a bit curious and accidentally switched on the oven."
July 04
Authorities have released a video of a dog accidentally starting a housefire when it turned on the stove in the middle of the night and ignited some boxes sitting on top of it, fire officials said.
July 03

ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Questions raised about the future of President Joe Biden’s campaign; Hurricane Beryl bears down on Jamaica; the promise and peril of efforts to dim the sun to cool the planet.
July 03
VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, July 3, 2024
July 03

ABC News Live Rundown: Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
July 03
VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Wednesday, July 3, 2024
July 03

Former classmate found guilty in murder of gay teen Blaze Bernstein

Bernstein, 19, was stabbed to death in a park in 2018.
July 03
Samuel Woodward testifies in Orange County Superior Court, on June 13, 2024, in Santa Ana, Calif.
July 03

Former classmate found guilty in murder of gay teen Blaze Bernstein

Samuel Woodward, a California man accused of murdering his former classmate in 2018, has been found guilty in the hate crime case.
July 03
Samuel Woodward, a California man accused of murdering his former classmate in 2018, has been found guilty in the hate crime case.
July 03

74-year-old woman dies after being pushed into moving train; Man charged with murder

Trevor Belmont, 49, has been arrested and charged with murder.
July 03
People wait for a train at BART Powell Street station in San Francisco, Calif., Feb. 11, 2020.
July 03

Judge orders BG to turn in rap lyrics before publishing while on parole

The rapper is pleased the court didn't add more restrictions, his lawyer said.
July 03
In this July 17, 2005 file photo, Christopher Dorsey a.k.a. "B.G." of the Hot Boys is seen at the Peabody Hotel in Orlando, Fla.
July 03

Biden to meet with Democratic governors after debate performance

Amid calls to withdraw after his presidential debate performance, President Joe Biden presses ahead. Our panel discusses the lawsuit against Northwestern University alleging biased hiring practices.
July 03
VIDEO: Biden to meet with Democratic governors after debate performance
July 03

Glaciers on Alaskan ice field melting at 'incredibly worrying' pace, study finds

The glaciers on a major Alaskan icefield are melting twice as fast than recorded over a decade ago, with researchers this week saying the rate of ice loss is "incredibly worrying."
July 03
The glaciers on a major Alaskan icefield are melting twice as fast than recorded over a decade ago, with researchers this week saying the rate of ice loss is "incredibly worrying."
July 03

Glaciers on Alaskan ice field melting at 'incredibly worrying' pace, study finds

Researchers say glaciers face "tipping point into irreversible recession."
July 03
An eagle flies above the Mendenhall Glacier, Alaska, in an undated photo.
July 03

New lawsuit accuses Northwestern’s law school of biased hiring practices

The complaint alleges the university's law school gives hiring preference to women and racial minorities with “mediocre” records. Our panel weighs in.
July 03
VIDEO: New lawsuit accuses Northwestern’s law school of biased hiring practices
July 03

Woman dies after being pushed into moving train in San Francisco

The 74-year-old woman died after being pushed into an approaching train at a Bay Area Rapid Transit station, and the suspect has been arrested, according to BART police.
July 03
The 74-year-old woman died after being pushed into an approaching train at a Bay Area Rapid Transit station, and the suspect has been arrested, according to BART police.
July 03

Man arrested in connection with attempted rape of Central Park sunbather: Police

The suspect was charged with attempted rape and sex abuse in the June attack.
July 03
The NYPD is looking for the man wanted in a sexual attack on a 21-year-old woman sunbathing in Central Park, June 24, 2024.
July 03

Arizona abortion rights group submits signatures for ballot initiative

Arizona for Abortion Access collected over 800,000 voter signatures for a ballot initiative to enshrine abortion rights into the state’s constitution.
July 03
VIDEO: Arizona abortion rights group submits signatures for ballot initiative
July 03

Tourist killed during robbery at California mall: Police

A New Zealand tourist was killed Tuesday afternoon at Fashion Island, an outdoor shopping mall in Newport Beach, police said.
July 03
A New Zealand tourist was killed Tuesday afternoon at Fashion Island, an outdoor shopping mall in Newport Beach, police said.
July 03

Pride Across America: A look at state of LGBTQ rights and the 'Gayest Little Town'

ABC News Live celebrates Pride Month with discussions on LGBTQ Rights and visiting a secure environment for the LGBTQ+ community in Eureka Springs, Arkansas during this year’s “Pride Across America”.
July 03
VIDEO: Pride Across America: A look at LGBTQ rights and the 'Gayest Little Town'
July 03

Tourist fatally struck by suspects' vehicle during robbery at outdoor mall: Police

The 68-year-old victim was visiting from New Zealand, police said.
July 03
Police respond to the scene after a woman was fatally struck by a fleeing vehicle following a robbery at Fashion Island in Newport Beach, California, July 2, 2024.