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Karen Read acquitted, 988 suicide hotline cuts, Social Security shortfall & more
CNN 5 Things
Jun 18, 2025

After nearly eight weeks of testimony, the jury in Karen Read’s murder trial reached a verdict that made a crowd go wild outside the courthouse. President Donald Trump says he’s still weighing his options on helping Israel strike Iran. Specialized services for LGBTQ+ youth in crisis will soon go away. Revenue to cover Social Security benefits is on shaky financial ground. Plus, a major breakthrough in the fight against HIV.