ABC World News Tonight Full Broadcast - June 29, 2024

Summary

The script covers a range of current events including severe weather disrupting Fourth of July travel plans for millions, President Biden's determination to remain in the presidential race despite debate performance concerns, a community's grief over a police shooting of a 13-year-old carrying a replica gun, and a coach's inspiring journey back to the track post-accident. Also highlighted are a deadly crash in a Long Island nail salon, an Israeli woman's first public statement after being rescued from Hamas, and the tragic death of a child left in a hot car.

Takeaways

• 🚨 The Fourth of July travel rush is expected to see a record number of Americans flying, with the TSA anticipating 7.5 million people traveling through airports, and many more hitting the roads.
• ⛈ Severe weather, including possible tornadoes, is threatening holiday travel plans with over 80 million Americans in the path of the storms, particularly in the Midwest and Northeast.
• 🌀 Hurricane Beryl is taking aim at the Caribbean, with the potential to impact travel and weather conditions in the region.
• 🏛 President Biden remains defiant and vows to stay in the race despite growing concern among Democrats after a faltering debate performance.
• 🔍 New polls reveal that 60% of voters believe Trump likely won the debate, but the Biden campaign has raised $27 million since Thursday, indicating continued support.
• 👮‍♂️ Community outrage in Utica, New York, after police shot and killed a 13-year-old boy who was allegedly carrying a replica gun.
• 🚗 A tragic incident in Long Island where a car crashed into a nail salon, killing four people and injuring nine, with the alleged driver charged with DWI.
• 📺 Renowned actor and comedian Martin Mull, known for his roles in TV and film spanning 50 years, has passed away.
• 🚔 An off-duty police officer was among the victims of the Long Island nail salon crash, highlighting the severity of the incident.
• 🛑 A mother in North Carolina is arrested and charged with involuntary manslaughter after her 8-year-old daughter died from being left in a hot car.
• 🏋️‍♂️ An inspiring story of a track coach, Shake Allen, who, despite being paralyzed from the chest down, continues to coach young runners and inspire them to overcome challenges.

Q & A

What is the expected number of Americans traveling by air during this Fourth of July holiday weekend according to the TSA?

The TSA anticipates 7.5 million people will travel through the airports during this period.

What is the estimated number of drivers expected on the roads during the Fourth of July holiday weekend?

AAA estimates around 6 million people will be traveling by car.

What weather conditions are expected to impact travel plans during the holiday weekend?

Severe weather including damaging winds, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes are expected to impact travel, with more than 80 million Americans in the path of these storms.

What is the current status of President Biden's campaign amid calls for him to step down after a faltering debate performance?

President Biden remains defiant and is continuing his re-election bid, ignoring calls to drop out despite growing concern among Democrats.

What was the tragic incident involving a 13-year-old boy that led to community outrage?

The 13-year-old boy was shot and killed by police during a chase after he allegedly pointed what appeared to be a handgun at officers, which was later found to be a replica gun.

What is the current situation with the first hurricane of the year, Beryl, and its potential impact?

Hurricane Beryl is taking aim at the Caribbean, with the potential to hit Barbados and possibly Jamaica as a Category 2 hurricane by the end of the week.

What is the significance of the Fourth busiest travel day in TSA's history and what does it indicate for the coming days?

The Fourth busiest travel day in TSA's history occurred recently with just under 3 million people screened, indicating a record number of travelers are expected in the coming days, potentially making it the busiest travel day ever on July 7th.

What are the concerns regarding the police shooting of the 13-year-old boy in Utica, New York?

The concerns include whether the officers involved followed policy, procedure, and protocol, as well as their training. The New York Attorney General and the Utica Police Department are investigating the incident.

What is the current fundraising status of President Biden's campaign after the debate performance?

The Biden campaign has reported raising $27 million since the debate, showing continued support despite the perceived shaky performance.

What was the outcome of the Ipsos poll regarding public opinion on the debate performance between President Biden and Donald Trump?

The Ipsos poll revealed that 60% of voters believe Trump likely won the debate. However, the debate has not prompted people to change their vote, with Biden losing just 1.6 points in the aftermath.

What is the update on the crash in a Long Island nail salon that resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries?

The crash was caused by a 64-year-old suspect who is now charged with driving while intoxicated. The crash resulted in four deaths, including an off-duty NYPD officer, and left nine others injured.