Historic Prisoner Swap and Major U.S. News Highlights

In this episode of 'The Seven,' key news stories of the week are summarized. The episode kicks off with the largest prisoner exchange since the Cold War, involving seven countries and extensive diplomatic efforts. Sixteen detainees were released by Russia in exchange for eight Russians held abroad. Notably, Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, accused of espionage without known evidence, was reunited with his family in the U.S. The Harris campaign reported an impressive $310 million fundraising haul, the largest in the 2024 campaign cycle, surpassing Donald Trump's fundraising efforts. An exclusive investigation revealed a $10 million cash withdrawal tied to potential foreign funding of Trump's 2016 campaign by Egypt; however, the investigation was halted in 2019. The U.S. condemned Venezuelan President Maduro's recent election claim, urging for a peaceful transition of power, while protests continue. Wildfires across Colorado's Front Range have led to evacuations and fatalities, fueled by dry, windy conditions. Scientists in North Carolina are working on gene-editing trees to improve paper production, facing potential regulatory and ecological challenges. Lastly, Simone Biles secured her sixth Olympic gold in a dramatic all-around gymnastics final, demonstrating her athletic prowess. The episode wraps up with corrections from the previous week's coverage.