Karen Read acquitted, 988 suicide hotline cuts, Social Security shortfall & more
Karen Read acquitted, 988 suicide hotline cuts, Social Security shortfall & more  
Podcast: CNN 5 Things
Published On: Wed Jun 18 2025
Description: 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices