President Trump addressed the nation from the Oval Office to persuade Americans on the need for a border wall to address the humanitarian crisis there. He struck a more measured tone using a more emotional appeal rather than trying to use too many facts and figures. The democratic response on the other hand accused the president of using the oval office to manufacture a crisis. Amanda Becker, correspondent for Reuters, joins us to discuss the effectiveness of the address and if it moves the needle at all?

Next, storied retailer Sears could be on its way to being done for good. After filing for bankruptcy last October, negotiations have continued to see what can be done to keep the company afloat. Zlati Meyer, Money reporter for USA Today, joins us for what may be the final days for Sears, and the biggest problem, while many feel nostalgic about the company, no one is shopping there.

Finally, a follow up to a mysterious story that started in 2016. US and Canadian diplomats in Cuba had complained of bizarre symptoms after hearing strange noises, prompting speculation about potential sonic weapons. The AP obtained audio of the purported sonic attack and now we know what the sound was. Hilary Brueck, science reporter for Business Insider, joins us for what was in the audio… the calling song of the Indies short-tailed cricket.

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