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Up First briefing: Trump's arraignment; Lizzo sued; Republicans on climate change

Donald Trump is expected to be arraigned on charges in connected to the Jan. 6 riot today. Three of Lizzo's former dancers sue her for harassment. The GOP prioritizes the economy over climate change.
Donald Trump enters a political rally in Erie, Pennsylvania in late July.

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is scheduled to appear in a Washington, D.C. courtroom today to be related to his attempt to hold on to power after the 2020 election. He faces four felony counts, including conspiracy to defraud

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