Top diplomat repeatedly describes quid pro quo in testimony; Transcript released of witness who described quid pro quo; Democrats see election victories as roadmap for 2020 win

Top diplomat says he was told Trump wanted investigations announced in exchange for aid; Schiff: first public impeachment hearings next week; Taylor: "it was my clear understanding" Ukraine wouldn't get aid without announcing Biden probe; Sen. Hirono backs resolution to protect whistleblower; First public hearings on impeachment set for next week; Giuliani mentioned 400+ times in transcripts as a key player in Ukraine dealings; Steve Bannon to testify against Roger Stone; Democrat claims victory over Trump-backed Republican in Kentucky governor's race; Defense Secy Esper says he advised Trump on service members facing war crimes allegations; Sources: Defense Secy to urge Trump not to intervene in war crime casesTo learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices