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Today on America in the MorningOil Prices Skyrocket As War Intensifies The Trump Administration maintains that the United States and Israel are winning war with Iran, but is leaving the door open to sending in ground forces to secure nuclear materials as Israel and the US continues to attack Iran's capabilities to wage war and develop nuclear weapons.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Russia In The Background There are serious questions being raised as to reports that Russia has gotten involved in the war with Iran, helping the Iranian government with logistics about US positions in the region, and providing Iran with information to help Tehran strike the US military.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports in an interview with the UK's Sky News, Russian Ambassador to the UK Andrey Kelin confirmed his nation is backing Iran, a situation that the Trump administration is not at this time concerned about.   Gracie Mansion Explosive Device The FBI is launching a terrorism investigation after a homemade explosive device ignited outside the home of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on protests and counter-protests that ended in a number of arrests.   Incident At US Embassy In Norway There are terrorism concerns abroad after an explosion outside of the US Embassy in Oslo, Norway caused damage but no injuries.  The details from correspondent Mike Hempen.   Prank Leads To Teacher's Death There was tragedy in Georgia when a prank gone wrong left a teacher dead.  It happened in Gainesville, Georgia, when teenagers as a prank were throwing rolls of toilet paper in a tree in the front yard of Jason Hughes, a 40-year-old teacher at North Hall High School.    Latest In The Middle East In the Middle East, acrid smoke filled the air in Tehran after the Israeli Air Force destroyed a fuel depot, setting it ablaze, as both the US and Israel began targeting Iranian infrastructure.  The US military confirmed a seventh service member has died from injuries they sustained during an Iranian attack at a facility in Saudi Arabia.  Iran dominated the Sunday TV news programs, as supporters and opponents predicted glory and doom, which came as Iran's leaders reportedly chose a new Supreme Leader.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.   US-UK Trouble President Trump had choice words for the prime minister of Great Britain, saying we don't need people that join wars after we've already won since the UK had originally refused the US request to use British bases to attack Iran.  Correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports.   Trump's Next Target While word out of Florida is that President Trump could announce an economic deal with Cuba in the coming days, the president is predicting that the government of the island nation just 90 miles from Key West could fall in weeks as a lack of fuel and energy is decimating the Communist nation.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports President Trump says Cuba is the next country in the U.S. crosshairs.   Gas Prices Soaring Your eyes will not be deceiving you when you gas up today.  The price of a barrel of West Texas Crude oil was up 20 percent and surpassed $110 dollars overnight.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningNoem Removed As DHS Secretary Less than 24 hours after Kristi Noem faced bipartisan backlash during a Senate hearing, where one Republican member questioned whether she was telling the truth, the Homeland Security Secretary was removed from her position, and will be replaced by Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on reactions to the removal of Kristi Noem, who instead will be shifted to a position with a new government security initiative.   Trump Wants Decision For Who Will Lead Iran As U.S. and Israeli planes continue pummeling targets inside Iran with air strikes, President Trump says he wants to be personally involved in picking who will be the next leader of Iran.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Gas Prices Surge Gas prices continue to surge across the nation over the Iran war.  America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has the latest on sticker shock at the gas pump.   Gonzalez Drops Reelection Bid A Texas House Republican has lost the support of his party following the suicide of a woman he had an affair with.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports this has led Congressman Tony Gonzalez to release a statement late Thursday night, saying he will drop his reelection bid but says he will remain to finish out the end of his term in Congress. DHS Funding Bill Fails The temporary government shutdown continues as legislation that would have funded the Department of Homeland Security failed to pass in the Senate.  The details from correspondent Clayton Neville.   New Trouble For Britney Spears Oops, she did it again.  Britney Spears was stopped by police driving on a California highway, suspected of being under the influence.  Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.   Latest In The Middle East President Donald Trump said Thursday he should be involved in choosing Iran's next supreme leader as the U.S. and Israel hammered the country for a sixth day.  He called thoughts of the son of the late-Ayatollah Ali Khameni taking over as supreme leader unacceptable.    Iran Attacks Widen Overnight, Iran attacked two residential buildings and a hotel in Bahrain, continuing their strategy of bringing more countries into the conflict.  Correspondent Jon Gambrell reports neighboring Azerbaijan accuses Iran of a drone attack and vows to retaliate, while Sri Lanka says it is trying to safeguard an Iranian navy vessel after the US torpedoed and sank an Iranian frigate that was near its territorial waters.   Texas Two-Step Results from Tuesday's primary elections in Texas are leading to calls from Washington for some Republican candidates to drop out of their runoff races.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.   Senate Protester Injured A man's arm was broken this week as he protested US military action in Iran and Israel's war in Gaza while inside the Capital at a Senate hearing in Washington in his full uniform.  Correspondent Joan Jones reports that one of those who helped secret service usher the veteran out of the Senate chamber was a sitting US Senator. Arrest After Two Cleveland Girls Murdered There was shock and horror in Cleveland this week when police found the bodies of two young girls stuffed inside suitcases and left in a park in shallow graves.  Thursday night, police arrested the mother of the two girls.   States Tariff Lawsuit Two dozen states announced they are taking legal action over President Trump's recent tariffs.  Correspondent Mike Hempen reports that one state, Connecticut, is seeking $17 hundred dollars per family in his state for tariff-related expenditures.   Finally   NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie has visited her co-workers in New York for the first time since the disappearance of her mother in Arizona one month ago.  Correspondent Carrie Antfinger has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningWar Powers Act Vote Fails Democrats in the Senate were thwarted in their attempt to bring a Congressional war powers vote to the floor that would have moved them one step closer to giving Congress authority to authorize military action against Iran.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Hegseth Discusses Iran War Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth spoke to the media and said ramped up U.S. air defenses cannot stop every Iranian aerial attack, while asserting that the United States cannot be stopped in its pursuit of putting an end to Iranian pursuits of having a nuclear weapon and threatening other nations.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   House Wants Bondi Back Lawmakers in the House of Representatives are calling in Attorney General Pam Bondi to answer more questions about the Epstein files.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Trouble For Gonzalez A U-S Congressman from Texas is headed into a runoff election amid scandal and calls from his own party to resign.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.   SCOTUS On Immigration The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Federal appeals courts must defer to immigration judges when reviewing asylum decisions, bolstering the executive branch's authority in immigration cases and handing the Trump administration a win as it pushes an aggressive deportation agenda.    Cellphones For Pets For some parents, it's tough enough to decide at what age your kids will be given a smartphone.  Now, correspondent Julie Walker reports that the next call you get could instead be coming from your pets.  Latest In The Middle East The Defense Department released the names of two more soldiers killed in an Iranian attack in Kuwait on Sunday.  The State Department said it arranged a charter flight that has picked up American citizens in the Middle East and is on its way back to the United States.   Iran Leadership In Iran, the 59-year-old son of the late-Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has emerged as the leading choice to succeed his father and lead Iran.  However, as correspondent Jon Gambrell reports, if selected, he is considered someone with strong links to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps, and even more hardline than the late-Supreme Leader.   Primary Recap There were a few surprises in Tuesday's primary elections in North Carolina, Arkansas, and Texas.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has a recap.   Sex Abuse Coverup An explosive report finds that hundreds of children were sexually abused by Catholic priests in Rhode Island, covering over 7 decades.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports the sprawling investigation also found failures by the Providence Diocese in responding to abuse allegations. Walz On The Hot Seat Minnesota's Governor went toe-to-toe with Republicans on the House Oversight Committee in a Wednesday hearing over charges of massive fraud in government programs.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Finally   It was clearly an unusual day for the hosts of The View.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr says viewers were audibly protesting a discussion about immigration enforcement when their conservative host called the Democrats “the party of masks.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump-Merz Meeting Talks Trade & Iran On Tuesday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with President Trump at the White House as the President thanked the German people for their support with the American air strikes in Iran, but the President also had some criticisms for two key European allies.  John Stolnis has the details from Washington.   Who Will Lead Iran Saudi Arabia intercepted two Iranian cruise missiles and nine drones, and Israel also shot down a number of missiles and drones fired from both Iran and Lebanon.  Four of the six US soldiers killed during a drone strike in Kuwait have been identified – all were part of the same Army reserve unit from Iowa.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports there's only speculation so far as to who will emerge as the new leader of Iran, and there's still serious issues with trying to evacuate American citizens from several Middle East nations.   Primary Day Primaries were held Tuesday in three states including Texas.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.    Father Convicted For Son's School Shooting A Georgia man has been convicted in his connection to a 2024 high school shooting by his son that killed two students and two teachers.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Labor Department Trouble Two top aides of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer were forced out amid internal investigations of misconduct claims within the department.   The Strip Club Promotion Sports teams have promotions all the time, but an unusual one in Atlanta is under scrutiny.  A former NBA player is among those criticizing an NBA team's upcoming promotion with a strip club.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Latest In The Middle East The Pentagon has identified four of the six US service members killed in an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.  The four soldiers identified were all assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command, an Army Reserve unit out of Iowa.     Stranded In The Middle East With the war in the Middle East starting with no notice, people have found themselves stranded in a number of nations.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on Europeans and Americans stuck overseas because of the Iran war – audio courtesy of the UK's Sky News.   Gas Prices Spike With no ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz, oil is barely moving out of the Middle East, and that is impacting the price at the pump here at home.  Triple-A reports the nationwide average price of a gallon of unleaded gas spiked to $3 dollars 11 cents, up 12 cents in one day   Noem On The Hot Seat Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced daunting scrutiny during a Senate hearing on Capitol Hill.  Ed Donahue reports the senators took aim at the DHS handling of events in Minnesota, as well as the number of deportations and arrests.   Too Many Candidates California Democrat Party Chair Rusty Hicks is making a rare public appeal to struggling gubernatorial candidates ahead of the primary election filing deadline, saying if you don't have a “viable path” to victory in November, don't run.    Congestion Pricing Stays Driving in certain parts of Manhattan will still cost extra because of congestion pricing, thanks to a New York judge's ruling on Tuesday.  Joan Jones reports on a Trump administration lawsuit turned away by a court.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningIran Hits US Embassy In Riyadh Iran is retaliating for the air strikes against targets inside their borders with attacks of their own on U.S. and Israeli targets in neighboring countries, including the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia, broadening the scope of the conflict.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Hegseth Says No Endless War America woke up Monday with a press briefing held by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the Pentagon to discuss what Hegseth said will not be an endless war.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the Trump administration is rebutting concerns the Iran war could spiral into a bigger regional fight.   Evacuate Now The US State Department urged American citizens to depart immediately from countries and territories throughout the Middle East after Iran widened their scope of attacks.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports travelers have been stranded in a number of nations as the Middle East conflict spreads, and governments including the US are scrambling to bring citizens home.   SCOTUS Rules On NY Congressional Map The Supreme Court on Monday announced that it would keep in place a New York congressional map, overruling a judge who had found that the map violated the Constitution by diluting the power of Black and Latino voters.   Primary Day Voters in several states including Texas will vote in the primaries as midterm elections ramp up nationwide.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Will Iran Go Iran was scheduled to be a part of the 2026 World Cup played in the US, but their participation is now in doubt which could cause headaches for soccer's governing body.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Trump Talks Iran President Trump says the war with Iran could last as long as five weeks, and called the US and Israeli action the last best chance to address the Iranian nuclear and ballistic missile program.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the lead-up to the president's decision to take America to war.   Congress Briefed On War Congress continues to react to U-S-Israeli strikes on Iran after leaders were briefed by the top military officials.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Latest On Texas Shooting Authorities in Texas say the gunman who opened fire outside an Austin bar, killing two people and wounding 14, was not on their radar before the attack that authorities are treating as an act of terrorism tied to Iran.  Jennifer King reports. Cuba Discusses Attack The Cuban government has displayed a lot of arms that it claims was on the Florida speedboat that got into a fatal firefight with Cuban soldiers last week.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports that a US Senator is saying that the regime change that the United States facilitated in Venezuela and Iran could happen next in the Communist nation 90 miles from the Florida Keys.   Guthrie Back In Arizona Now one month since she went missing, an emotional return to Nancy Guthrie's Arizona home by members of her family, including NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningUS & Israel Attack Iran Over the weekend, the United States and Israel launched an air campaign against targets inside Iran, killing Ayatollah Kamenei and other senior leaders in the first series of strikes on Friday.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Congress On War Powers A bipartisan group of members of Congress want to restrain President Donald Trump's military attack on Iran, demanding they return to Washington and vote on a War Powers resolution.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports there are some who believe this is not necessary, including South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, who told NBC's Meet the Press that the president is protecting America and its allies from a clear and present threat.   Protests For & Against Iran Attack Around the nation and around the world, there have been demonstrations against the US and Israeli action against Iran, but outnumbering those gatherings are those being held by Iranians including within Iran praising the killing of Iran's Ayatollah and the Islamic Republic's leadership.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that there's word from the Trump administration that Iran's new leaders want to make a deal, a move that President Trump says he's “eventually” willing to do, but warns that any Iranian actions against the US will come with severe reprisals.   Homeland Alert FBI Director Kash Patel said Saturday he has placed the bureau's counterterrorism and intelligence teams on high alert as U.S. operations against Iran unfold.   Texas Mass Shooting Police are investigating a deadly shooting outside a bar in Austin, Texas as a potential act of terrorism after what police quickly found out about the assailant.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Congress Speaks Out on Iran Attack From the moment the news was reported that the United States and Israel launched attacks on Iran which included the killing of the Ayatollah and other leaders of the Iranian regime, members of Congress began speaking out both for and against the decision of the White House, while others discussed the president's ability to wage war.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Destruction In Israel In Israel, there was death and damage when a pair of Iranian ballistic missiles were able to penetrate the Israeli Iron Dome defense system, damaging an apartment in Tel Aviv and at least 9 people died and dozens more injured when a missile hit a synagogue outside of Jerusalem.  Correspondent Sam Mednick reports from Central Israel on Iran's deadly retaliatory strikes, ones that the Israeli government says will have repercussions on Iran's leadership.   World Response To Attacks While the leaders of Russia and China are condemning the United States and Israeli military actions against Iran, countries including Cuba, Venezuela, and Spain are denouncing the attacks.  However, other governments around the world are reacting with caution and urging restraint.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports some European leaders are fearful of a wider war.   Major Flight Disruptions Flights throughout the world have been impacted by the US and Israeli attack on Iran, and the Iranian response.  DC Road Rage Stabbing Attack A traffic accident outside of Washington, DC led to road rage.  Authorities in Fairfax County, Virginia say a traffic accident on the Capital Beltway led to one of the drivers stabbing four people who were also involved in the multi-car crash.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningHillary Faces Epstein Questions In an extraordinary closed-door hearing that at one point had to be halted when a GOP member of the committee sent out a picture that was posted on social media, Hillary Clinton on Thursday spent 6 hours answering House Oversight Committee questions regarding Jeffrey Epstein, someone that the former First Lady and Secretary of State said under oath she never met.  Correspondent Jennifer King has details.   No US-Iran Deal Iran and the United States held hours of indirect negotiations Thursday over Tehran's nuclear program but walked away without a deal, leaving the danger of another Mideast war on the table.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the prospect of military action against Iran is growing, as is the air and naval forces the US is moving into the region.   New Details In Cuba Boat Shoot New details are being learned as Cuba's government said the 10 passengers on a boat that opened fire on its soldiers were armed Cubans living in the US, and at least one was an American citizen.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Border Drone Shoot Down The U.S. military used a laser Thursday to shoot down a Customs and Border Protection drone.  There are questions as to exactly what happened, as ABC News is reporting the drone shoot down was accidental.   Viewership Down The numbers are in.  An estimated 32.6 million people tuned into President Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday evening, according to Nielsen.    Student Released After Trump-Mamdani Meeting A Columbia University student was detained by ICE agents at her dorm Thursday morning sparking a protest on campus.  Joan Jones reports she won her release thanks to the unusual relationship between President Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.   Primary Preview Today is the last day to vote early in the primary elections in Texas.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from a state where there's speculation parts of it could turn from red to blue.   Means Facing Resistance Casey Means, President Donald Trump's pick for surgeon general, does not yet appear to have the votes for confirmation following a testy Senate health committee hearing on her nomination Wednesday.  FedEx On Refunds FedEx announced Thursday it will return any tariff refunds it may receive to its customers who paid them as it seeks compensation from the federal government for tariffs paid that were subsequently ruled illegal.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports this comes after the historic Supreme Court decision.   Gas Prices Rising If your wallet is feeling a bit lighter, look no further than the gas pump.  Gas prices have been steadily rising, according to Triple-A, with the average price for a gallon of regular nationwide now at $2 dollars 98 cents   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningState Of The Union Day After The day after President Trump's State of the Union, administration officials and Republican allies hit the cable news networks to stump for the President's policies while Democrat lawmakers took to the airwaves to slam Trump's speech.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Cuba Fires On US Craft   A serious escalation between the United States and Cuba, as the Cuban military shot four people dead in a speedboat just off Cuba's coast, an incident that the Cuban government claims were armed Cubans living in America attempting to infiltrate the island on a mission of terrorism.  America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has details.   LA's School Chief Raided Federal agents in Los Angeles armed with a warrant raided the home and office of the head of the nation's second largest school district.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports a home in Miami was also searched linked to this case.   Snowball Trouble There's new trouble for the mayor of New York City.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports Zohran Mamdani's relationship with the NYPD starts to get icy after officers were pelted in a snowball fight, and suspects now are being sought.   Contentious Hearing A contentious at times confirmation hearing was held Wednesday for President Trump's Surgeon General nominee.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Ukraine Talks Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his negotiators will meet with Trump envoys today, in the hopes that Russia will eventually join them for peace talks.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this meeting is now 5 years and 2 days after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.   US-Iran Meeting U.S. and Iranian negotiators have returned to Geneva for their third round of indirect talks over Iran's nuclear program.  The meetings come as President Trump has upgraded his rhetoric towards Tehran, and the Islamic Republic has been pushing back.  More from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Agents Fired At least 10 FBI employees who worked on former Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into President Trump's retention of classified records after he left the White House in 2021 were fired on Wednesday.  Finally   Phil Collins, Shakira, and Billy Idol are some of this year's nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the list of all of the nominees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningState Of The Union Standing before a joint session of Congress, President Trump touted what he sees as the accomplishments of the first year of his second term and offered heavy criticism at Democrats in what became the longest State of the Union speech in history.  John Stolnis has the recap from Washington.   Democrat State Of The Union Response   Outside the Capitol, Democrats held what they billed as the People's Rally, blaming President Trump for a number of issues, and after the State of the Union, Virginia Governor Abagail Spanberger gave the Democrat response.  Bob Brown has that part of the story.   Reward Upped In Guthrie Disappearance The reward for information on the whereabouts of Nancy Guthrie has been increased.  Ed Donahue reports the plea by NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie comes as her mother has now been missing for nearly a month.   Washington Stabbing Spree A shocking scene in a small residential neighborhood - Five people, including a suspect, are dead in a mass stabbing in the Pacific Northwest.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson in Seattle.   DOJ Sues UCLA The Department of Justice is suing University of California system over allegations that its L-A campus turned a blind eye to workplace antisemitism.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   State Of The Union Recap In the longest State of the Union speech in history, President Trump touted his accomplishments and also sparred with Democrats.  John Stolnis has the recap from Washington.   GOP Calling For Gonzalez Resignation Republican House leadership is responding to calls for a Texas Congressman to step down following an alleged affair that ended in tragedy.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Deputies Killed During Traffic Stop Two Missouri sheriff's deputies were killed early Tuesday morning while conducting a traffic stop.  The incident triggered a manhunt that ended with the death of the suspect.  Correspondent Joan Jones tells us two other deputies were wounded in the firefight.   Consumer Confidence A small rebound in US consumer confidence in February comes after a plunge a month earlier.  Lisa Dwyer has details. New Developments In Kirk Case In a Utah courtroom, there were new legal developments in the case surrounding the Charlie Kirk shooting.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Finally   A rift is forming between the New York City mayor and the police department in the nation's largest city after nearly a dozen officers were injured during a snowball fight.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports the officers were responding to what was a planned event in a park, but a video has now surfaced of the snowball throwers taunting police as they pelted the officers, and the police union is demanding arrests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningChaos In Mexico Tourists from around the world, especially the United States, are hoping to get out of the Mexican resort cities that have been hit by drug cartel violence following the death of one powerful cartel leader.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports the cartel attacks came after a drug kingpin known as “El Mencho” was tracked down and killed by Mexico's government forces.   The Northeast Blizzard   The Blizzard of 2026 will be remembered as the worst winter storm to hit the Northeast in 30 years, and even though the snow has stopped, the effects of the blizzard will remain for days and weeks.  Sue Aller reports from New York, where some places received over 2 feet of snow.   State Of The Union Preview President Trump will address the nation tonight in his annual State of the Union address.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has a preview.    Mar-A-Lago Intruder Killed More is being learned about the armed man who was shot and killed after he breached security at President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort Sunday by the Secret Service.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   Congressman Facing Resignation Calls Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales is facing growing pressure to resign amid allegations that he had coerced a sexual relationship with a staff member who later killed herself.     Judge Rules On Trump Probe A federal judge has permanently barred the release of special counsel Jack Smith's probe into President Trump's keeping of classified documents.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Blizzard Aftermath It started on Sunday and is finally winding down, but for many between Delaware and Maine, the Blizzard of 2026 has left people under snow measured in feet, mass transportation systems closed down, and airport flight cancellations in the thousands.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports a huge snowstorm in the northeast forces millions to stay home and closing schools, and in Boston, this snow event is expected to eclipse Beantown's January blizzard which dumped the 8th highest snow total Boston has ever had.   New Epstein Fallout There's more fallout overseas regarding the Jeffrey Epstein files, including another high-profile arrest and a mea-culpa from a famous self-help guru.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   War Enters Year 5 It was four years ago today that Russia sent a phalanx of tanks and launched air strikes against Ukraine, a military incursion that the Kremlin believed would take days to seize their neighbor and former Soviet satellite state, but instead, four years later, Russia barely holds 20 percent of Ukrainian territory, hundreds of thousands of Russian troops are believed to have died, and hardships for Ukraine's people worsen by the day.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports some hardships of a different kind are now befalling Russian citizens far from the fighting.    US Orders Some Out Of Lebanon The U.S. State Department ordered non-emergency personnel to evacuate the U.S. Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon.  Finally   Both the British BATFA Awards, the UK's version of the Oscars, and the BBC are apologizing after a guest with Tourette syndrome shouted racial slurs as two Black actors were onstage, with millions of people watching.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTariff Turmoil On Friday, the Supreme Court ruled 6 to 3 that President Trump exceeded his authority to levy tariffs using the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act.  Over the weekend, the President instituted new temporary tariffs and railed against the justices.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   The Northeast Blizzard   Thousands of canceled flights, snow measured in feet, and over 50 million people dealing with blizzard conditions as a massive winter storm moved through the Northeast from Virginia to Maine.  Sue Aller reports from New York, where the mayor of New York City instituted a road travel ban, regional trains stopping service, and even led to DoorDash and Grubhub temporarily suspending operations in the nation's largest city.   Chaos In Mexico After Drug Lord Killed After hearing reports of gunfire at two international airports, the US is suspending some flights to Mexico and telling Americans to shelter in place in several parts of that nation, which comes after the killing of a Mexican drug lord.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Mar-A-Lago Intruder Killed A man armed with a gasoline can and a shotgun was able to enter a secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago before being shot and killed by police and Secret Service.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports an investigation is underway as to how the 21-year-old was able to penetrate the property of President Trump.   Latest With Russia-Ukraine Tomorrow is the four-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and several US Senators were in Odessa and Kyiv to show their support for the Ukrainian people.    Miracle On Ice 2026 The US is tops in the hockey world for the first time in almost a half-century.  Correspondent Donna Warder has details of the newest miracle on ice – Olympic Games audio courtesy NBC Sports.   Tariffs & Small Businesses Despite the Supreme Court ruling against him, President Trump doubled down on tariffs, issuing a new 15% global tariff increase.  Another question for those on Main Street - Where does the tariff ruling leave small businesses?  Jennifer King reports.   Iran Clock Ticking The top American negotiators plan to meet in Geneva on Thursday for last-ditch talks with Iran over their nuclear ambitions, debating a new proposal that could create an off-ramp as two US carrier groups are now within striking distance of Tehran.  The latest from correspondent Clayton Neville.  Back To School As more people are finding themselves out of work or looking for better jobs, many are considering going back to school.  Michigan adult education programs have seen a double-digit enrollment jump, and a New Jersey program has helped bring over 13 thousand adults back into the classroom.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez explains your options if you're thinking of enrolling in school as adult.   Check TSA PreCheck A partial federal government shutdown tied to Department of Homeland Security funding negotiations caused confusion Sunday morning at a number of the nation's airports, where travelers and airport staff were briefly told TSA PreCheck would be suspended.  Homeland Security soon after reversed course and changed its announcement concerning TSA PreCheck.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports. Judge Rules On Ten Commandments An appeals court has given the go-ahead for the Ten Commandments to be posted in Louisiana classrooms.   Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.   Finally   His next performance could be in prison.  A former 'American Idol' contestant is charged with murder in his wife's death in Ohio.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports this comes after police released the frantic 9-1-1 calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningPreparing For War The US military presence in the Middle East is growing to now include the U.S.S Gerald Ford - the world's largest aircraft carrier, five destroyers equipped to shoot down incoming missiles and Tomahawks that can strike targets 1,000 miles away.  It comes amid a maximum pressure campaign to get Iran to agree to stop making nuclear weapons, as President Trump is threatening war.  Correspondent Joan Jones has the latest.    Board Of Peace Convenes   President Trump hosted his inaugural Board of Peace meeting Thursday in Washington, and in the process, pledged a $10 billion dollar commitment from America for Gaza relief and reconstruction.  Correspondent Katie Clark has the story.   New Mexico Investigates Epstein Property There were two major developments in the Jeffrey Epstein case.  First, the former Prince Andrew was arrested in the UK and faces charges for his involvement with the late-sex offender.  And in New Mexico, correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a state investigation of a property Epstein once owned.   Widower of Texas Congressman's Aide Speaks Out In Texas, the widower of an aide for Republican Congressman Tony Gonzalez is speaking out months after his wife died.      Trump Banner Controversy A controversy is brewing in Washington after a big banner featuring President Trump's face has been unfurled on the Justice Department's headquarters.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Ballroom Approval President Trump's vision for a grand ballroom at the White House has taken an important step forward.  Correspondent Donna Warder gives an update on President's plans which has now been fast-tracked for approval with a unanimous vote, despite over 2 thousand public comments that were nearly all negative.   Former British Royalty Arrested Thursday marked the highest-profile arrest since the Epstein files were released by the Department of Justice, and it happened overseas.  The former Prince Andrew, now known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor since he was stripped of his Royal title, was arrested by British authorities.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports on the arrest of the brother of King Charles the third.   Taxing The Rich Plans by Democrats to tax millionaires and billionaires is gaining traction in New York City, Washington State and California.  Correspondent Rich Johnson checks the status of all three efforts which has drawn the support of Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders.   Trump Visits Georgia President Trump made a trip to Georgia on Thursday and touched on unproven claims of voter fraud linked to that state.    Ambulance Crashes Into DHS Office State and federal authorities are investigating after a person allegedly stole an ambulance, loaded up staged gas cans and plowed the emergency vehicle into a Department of Homeland Security office in Idaho.   Trade Gap Widens President Trump says the tariffs he enacted have brought in much needed revenue, and it was also supposed to narrow America's already wide trade deficit.  Lisa Dwyer reports the trade gap for 2025 has instead reached a record high.   Finally   In the midst of the horror of a mass shooting this week by a transgender man at a youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, came heroic efforts by people in the crowd who subdued the gunman before others could be shot or killed.  One man is being called a hero for stopping that gunman.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningCalifornia Avalanche An investigation is underway in California following an avalanche that happened during a mammoth snowstorm that left eight skiers dead and another missing.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on the extreme conditions that led to the avalanche as weather is making it difficult to continue the recovery efforts.   New Guthrie Case Developments   With the search for Nancy Guthrie in its third week, several new developments emerged on Wednesday, along with a new ransom note.  Correspondent Rich Johnson has more, including an interview given by the Pima County Sheriff and what the FBI is now focusing on.   US Prepping For Iran Attack The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the Pentagon is sending significant numbers of jet fighters and support aircraft to the Middle East, assembling the greatest amount of air power in the region since the 2003 invasion of Iraq.    Wexler Behind Closed Doors Members of the House Oversight Committee heard closed-door testimony from billionaire Leslie Wexler, the businessman behind the brands of Bath and Body Works and Victoria's Secret.  Jennifer King reports on what was learned during the latest hearing regarding Jeffrey Epstein.   No Breakthroughs In Russia-Ukraine Talks The word from Geneva was not good with lack of breakthroughs in the latest U.S.-brokered peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports we are now a week away from the war entering its fifth year.   Gunman Near US Capitol Stopped We are learning more about the man arrested Tuesday after he ran from his vehicle toward the west side of the U.S. Capitol Building armed with a shotgun.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Zuckerberg Takes The Stand Mark Zuckerberg traded in his Silicon Valley office for a seat in the witness stand in a Los Angeles trial focusing on a landmark case of social media addiction.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports on the testimony given by the Facebook parent-company Meta CEO.   Georgia Election Officials Want Answers Fulton County, Georgia election officials want their ballots back, and they've filed a new motion claiming that the search warrant used by FBI investigators was "unprecedented in American history."  Correspondent Joan Jones has more.   Colbert Interview Causing Uproar An interview with Texas Democrat U-S Senate candidate James Talarico with Steven Colbert was scrapped on the CBS Late Show but allowed to air online this week.  Correspondent Clayton Neville says FCC Chair Brendan Carr insists “There was no censorship" and accused Talarico "of committing a “hoax" in a situation that is being pointed to the Equal Time rule.  New Kansas Law Local governments, school districts and public colleges in Kansas will have a matter of days to conform their facilities to a new state law restricting who can use restrooms and other private spaces in government-owned buildings. Finally   Mardi Gras is usually a festive time, unless you break the law.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details of the arrest of actor Shia LeBeouf in New Orleans after getting into a fight at a bar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningRemembering Jesse Jackson Jesse Jackson, a two-time candidate for president who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King, Junior and led the American Civil Rights Movement for decades, died on Tuesday at the age of 84.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the passing of a man President Trump called a “force of nature.”   Debating NYC & Washington Tax Hikes   With Democrat leadership on both coasts looking for ways to plug large fiscal deficits, eye-popping tax increases appear to be on the way for residents of Washington State and New York City.  Correspondent Joan Jones has the story.   Latest On Rhode Island Shooting More is being learned about the person who carried out a mass shooting this week at a youth hockey game in Rhode Island.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   No Quick End For Shutdown Republicans and Democrats are seemingly digging their heels in as a partial government shutdown continues over demands surrounding the Department of Homeland Security.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   T-Shirt Mistrial A mistrial was declared in the case of nine alleged Antifia members charged in connection with the 2025 ambush shooting of a police officer at a Texas ICE detention center.  The judge in the case cited a T-shirt worn by one of the defense attorneys under a blazer. More Boats Targeted The Pentagon gave the green light to targeting three more alleged drug cartel boats in the Pacific and the Caribbean.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   US-Iran Talks Iran's foreign minister says that talks between the Islamic Republic and the United States are making progress, but come as the Iranian military partially closed the vital Strait of Hormuz to hold military drills.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports that as the meetings continue, Vice President JD Vance, speaking on Fox News with Martha McCallum, says Iran's future rides on how they respond to the talks in Geneva.   Sewage-Gate President Trump and Maryland Governor Wes Moore are having a war of words about a sewage leak in the Potomac River in Washington, DC, with the president also heaping blame on District of Columbia's Democrat leaders as well as Virginia.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has details about what is turning into one of the largest wastewater spills in American history.   Ash Wednesday The celebration of Mardi Gras has come and gone in New Orleans, and with the last King Cake eaten and parade ended, today now ushers in the first day of Lent, a solemn 40-day season of prayer, fasting, and repentance for Christians preparing for Easter.  Correspondent Peter Smith explains how Christians celebrate Ash Wednesday.   California Avalanche The heavy snows that has fallen in parts of Northern California and Nevada's mountains has led to an avalanche.  Judge Rules In Abrego Garcia Case A federal judge has made a ruling in the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia.  The details from Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani.  Clinton Hits Trump On Epstein Former First Lady and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is accusing the Trump administration of a coverup involving the Jeffrey Epstein files.  Sue Aller reports this comes as she and Bill Clinton will soon testify before a House committee about any involvement they had with the late-sex offender.   Finally   The host of the Late Show has had another run-in with politics.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details of a canceled interview on orders of the CBS Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningNew Evidence In The Guthrie Case Investigators are following several leads in Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping, as her daughter, Today Show host Savannah Guthrie holds out hope.  As correspondent Julie Walker reports, investigators are now consulting with Walmart as the backpack a person seen on surveillance video wearing is only sold at their stores, and the FBI now says that suspect is a man, 5 feet 9 inches tall, with a medium build.   California Weather   Snow measured in feet in the north, torrential flooding rains in the south.  A big chunk of California is being blasted by a series of strong storms this week.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports.   Rhode Island Shooting It was shock and horror at a youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.  At least three people are dead including the gunman and three hospitalized in critical condition after a shooting at a high school hockey game on Monday. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports it's the second mass shooting in Rhode Island in the past two months.   US Military In Nigeria Members of the American military is now on the ground in Africa as Nigeria's military is getting help from the U.S. with their government battling a widening threat from terrorist groups.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Remembering Robert Duvall He starred in dozens of films including the Godfather, the Great Santini, Network, Apocalypse Now, and the Natural.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the passing of the legendary Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall.   Malinin Speaking Up He was the consensus frontrunner to become a star on the ice in Milan, but a combination of severe pressure and online hate has an American ice skating star speaking out after his shocking and costly stumble at the Winter Olympics.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Rubio Diplomacy It's shuttle diplomacy this week for the Secretary of State.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports on Marco Rubio's stop in Hungary to sign a civilian nuclear deal, and next it's on for a new round of upcoming talks between Russia and Ukraine, as well as Iran, in Geneva.   Trump-Newsom Feud Escalates The political rivalry between Republican President Donald Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsome is back in the spotlight.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the president is slamming the possible 2028 Democrat candidate for the White House after he signed a Golden State green energy deal with the United Kingdom, and Newsom is firing back.   Utah Preparing A western-state governor is addressing concerns about U.S. politics eight years ahead of the Winter Olympics that are set to take center stage in his state.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez has more.   Curling Controversy One of the biggest stories to come out of the Winter Olympics in Milan isn't about skier Lindsey Vonn breaking her leg, or the shocking results in figure skating.  Correspondent Julia Frankel reports from the Winter Olympics in Italy on the widening curling controversy and allegations of cheating that have led to expletive-laden shouting matches. Judge Orders Slavery Exhibit Returned A federal judge used the backdrop of President's Day to issue a ruling that reverses a Trump Administration order involving an exhibit about the enslaved people George Washington brought to Philadelphia.  Correspondent Joan Jones has details.   Finally   Former President Barack Obama is back peddling a bit after recent comments about aliens he made went viral.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Police Match A Glove In Guthrie Case The FBI now confirms that DNA found inside the glove discovered near Nancy Guthrie's home belongs to a man, and appears to match the gloves seen being worn by the masked person in doorbell video the night the 84-year-old vanished from her Tucson, Arizona home.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on where the investigation stands into the disappearance of the mother of NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.   Munich Back-And-Forth   Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US wants to re-vitalize its friendship with Europe, but in the same speech, he criticized several bedrock European values -and European and some American political leaders are pushing back.  More from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Massie Slams Bondi A Republican congressman leading the House investigation into the Epstein files says he's lost confidence in U-S Attorney General Pam Bondi.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Board Of Peace Plans President Donald Trump's new Board of Peace is pledging $5 billion dollars toward rebuilding Gaza.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports there are still questions as to when Phase 2 of the ceasefire deal will be fully implemented, and exactly how the Board of Peace money will be spent.   Storms On Two Coasts Wicked winter weather on both coasts is expected to impact California and New York this morning.    Stanford Hung Jury A jury fails to reach a verdict in the trial of Stanford protesters.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports the jury could not decide whether 13 students who were arrested during anti-Israel protests caused the hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage to the campus.   Partial Government Shutdown A partial government shutdown continues into another week after lawmakers failed to come to terms on a spending bill.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Homan Talks Drawdown The drawdown of immigration agents is underway in Minneapolis.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports President Trump's border czar says a 'small' security force will remain in Minnesota, while the Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says the damage from having ICE agents in his city doesn't justify the results.   Olympic Pressure The talk of the Olympics has turned to what many are calling the meltdown on the ice of the American who was destined to win gold.  Steve Futterman reports on the latest from the Winter Games in Milan.   US-Iran Talks Iranian State Media reported that the nation's foreign minister will attend the indirect talks between the Islamic Republic and the United States, which comes as CNBC is reporting that potential energy, mining, and aircraft deals will be on the table as both sides discuss a nuclear deal.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on new U.S. action geared toward Iran, with a second aircraft carrier task force heading to the region. US Intercepts Another Oil Tanker The Department of War said Sunday that American forces intercepted a vessel in the Indo-Pacific after it attempted to evade a quarantine order issued by the Trump administration.   NJ Man Guilty A New Jersey man has been found guilty in a bizarre murder plot targeting his own brother and his family.  The details from correspondent Jennifer King.   Finally   Who ever thought back in December of 1989 that an animated cartoon debuting about the Simpson family in the fictional town of Springfield would still be going strong today, and more seasons are still to come.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the latest on a history-making episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningPartial Government Shutdown The Department of Homeland Security is preparing to shut down after Senate Democrats voted to block a bill to fund the agency.  They complain that negotiations with Republicans to change immigration enforcement tactics have stalled, and comes in the wake of two high-profile shootings in Minneapolis.  Joan Jones reports.   Greenhouse Gas Rules Ended   The Trump administration has revoked key findings that repeal the Obama-era greenhouse gas rules, being called the largest single deregulatory action by the government in history.  The details from Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani.   Search Widens For Guthrie Following the release of doorbell video and a person taken into custody and soon after released, Arizona police and the FBI investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie have widened their search for surveillance camera footage in an effort to find the mother of NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.   Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Who Pays For Tariffs A new report shows that Americans are taking the brunt of President Trump's tariffs.  The details from correspondent Clayton Neville.   Trump's BBC Lawsuit President Trump's multi-billion dollar lawsuit against Great Britain's BBC will go to trial in 2027.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports.   Valentine's Day We celebrate Valentine's Day tomorrow, and correspondent Lisa Dwyer delves into what love means to people around the world.   Senate Immigration Hearing Testimony surrounding immigration enforcement in Minnesota was front and center during a hearing on Capitol Hill on Thursday, and got very heated at times.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Homan Confirms Drawdown As Senators held a heated hearing regarding immigration enforcement, the Trump administration's Border Czar announced there would be an immediate drawdown of federal immigration officers in Minnesota.  That story from correspondent Donna Warder.   NTSB Hearing The head of the National Transportation Safety Board had a lot to communicate to lawmakers Thursday about the lack of communication that led to the mid-air collision of a commuter jet and an Army helicopter near Reagan National Airport last year.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Planning A School Shooting Two teenagers are under arrest and facing serious charges after they were caught planning a mass shooting at an Indiana high school.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports. Who Didn't Know About El Paso Airspace Closure More is being learned about the FAA's sudden closure of El Paso's airspace in Texas, including their international airport.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports the shutdown came without warning to the airport operators, the city government, and the White House.   Goldman Sachs Lawyer Resigns Goldman Sachs's top lawyer resigned on Thursday night in the wake of the Justice Department's release of emails and other material that revealed her extensive relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningBondi Grilled In Congress Members of the House Judiciary Committee grilled a combative Attorney General Pam Bondi in a hearing on Wednesday, with Democrats and some Republicans highly critical of her handling of the Epstein files.  Correspondent John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Latest In The Guthrie Disappearance   The man taken into custody as a person of interest in the abduction of Nancy Guthrie in Arizona was soon after released.  This comes as there was new activity in a crypto wallet tied to the ransom of the mother of the NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports investigators have yet to zero in on where the 84-year-old might be.   Trump-Netanyahu Meeting The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the Pentagon is ordering a second air craft carrier strike group to prepare to head to the Middle East as the US readies for a possible attack on Iran.  This comes as President Trump held a phone meeting with the leader of Israel.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Reason El Paso Airport Closed There was anger and confusion when the airspace surrounding El Paso, Texas was temporarily shut down without warning this week, grounding flights.  Lisa Dwyer reports with new information on why the airport was forced to close.   Keeping His Job There have been a number of high-profile people who have resigned from their jobs in the wake of their being tied to Jeffrey Epstein, including a Norwegian ambassador, the head of a powerful US law firm, and the chief-of-staff to the UK's prime minister.  However, the head of the L.A. Summer Games will remain in charge, after being mentioned in the Epstein files. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   NYC Taxing The Rich Plan The Mayor of New York City is asking state lawmakers to get behind his plan for a tax hike on the wealthy.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Canada School Shooting Canada remains in shock after an 18-year-old in a small town hundreds of miles north of Vancouver killed two members of her family in their home, and then opened fire in a high school, murdering 9 people and injuring over two dozen others.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports the suspected shooter was no stranger to local law enforcement.   Democrats Cleared In “Illegal Orders” Senate Democrats are urging their fellow Republicans to speak up, after a federal grand jury said no to the Trump administration's bid to indict several Democrat lawmakers for releasing a video telling U.S. troops they must refuse what they called "illegal orders."  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   House Votes It was a busy day Wednesday in Congress as lawmakers voted on a resolution surrounding Canada that went against the Trump administration and took up a vote to avoid a government shutdown.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Debt Clock Ticks Louder The nation's debt grew by 2 trillion dollars last year, and has surpassed a record 38 point 67 trillion dollars.  For those who think that's already too high, be prepared for an even larger number in the coming few years.  Lisa Dwyer reports that U.S. deficits and debt are expected to rise, and there's not much right now that can stop it. Expanding Coal Power The Pentagon will now purchase power from coal plants, under orders from President Trump, a move that will keep coal plants open in four states, but at a cost.  Sue Aller reports.  Finally  He burst on the scene as a 15-year-old growing up for six seasons on Dawson's Creek, and continued his career in TV and movies including Varsity Blues.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the untimely death of coming-of-age drama star James Van Der Beek.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningBreak In The Guthrie Disappearance Authorities detained a man for questioning Tuesday night in the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.  America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has the latest on the investigation.   Facing Another Government Shutdown With the deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security set for Thursday, Congress is under pressure to reach a compromise on reforms for ICE's immigration enforcement.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   ICE Head On The Hot Seat There was a heated House hearing on Capitol Hill where ICE's chief defended his officers amid outrage over their actions in Minnesota.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this included several instances where the committee chairman nearly lost control of the hearing.   Latest On Georgia Election Records Seized New details are emerging of ballot checks in Georgia.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports the investigation that led to an FBI search warrant began with a referral from a Trump 2020 campaign lawyer when they lost a number of lawsuits challenging the election.  Collins For Reelection A long-time Republican Senator announced she is running for re-election.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Monks Make It To DC A group of Monks have finally reached the Nation's Capital after walking nearly 23 hundred miles on a quest for peace.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.    Congress Pressing On The Epstein Files Congress continues to press the Trump Administration to the Epstein files. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Latest On Michigan-Canada Bridge There are two routes between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario: a tunnel under the Detroit River and the Ambassador Bridge.  A third crossing is just weeks from opening - or maybe not, according to President Trump.  The details from correspondent Rich Johnson.    Canada School Shooting Tragedy north of the border where a shooting at a school in Canada's British Columbia left eight dead including a female whom police believe to be the shooter, while two more people were found dead at a nearby home.  Mejia Declared Winner The shocking upset of the candidate expected to win a primary that included over a dozen contestants vying for the Congressional seat once held by Mikie Sherrill in New Jersey is complete.  Lisa Dwyer reports that a challenger to a progressive New Jersey Democrat has conceded.   Finally   There was a lot of controversy surrounding the NFL halftime show featuring Bad Bunny, but now questions about lip syncing are being raised about Kid Rock in the alternative show.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has reaction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningMaxwell Pleads The Fifth Former Jeffrey Epstein girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell appeared before the House Oversight Committee from a prison in Texas, and the only answer she gave to any question was to plead the Fifth, an answer that didn't sit well with any member of the panel.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on that it was clear to both Democrats and Republicans that she was looking for a presidential pardon.   Latest On Nancy Guthrie Disappearance NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie released a new video plea on social media, hoping for the release of her 84-year-old mother who went missing and believed to have been kidnapped over a week ago.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   Judge Rules On ICE Masks A judge has blocked California from enforcing a new law sharply limiting when federal agents can wear masks while engaged in deportation operations.    Ohio Bomb Threats Dozens of bomb threats have hit central Ohio schools, the Ohio Statehouse and the state Chamber of Commerce on Monday.  Joan Jones reports that while none of these email threats have been deemed credible, it sent schools and offices into lockdowns.    New Evidence In Brown U. Shooting The Providence, Rhode Island Police Department has released new body cam footage from a December 13th shooting at Brown University.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   School's Out In San Francisco Kids in the City by the Bay won't be in their classrooms today.  Lisa Dwyer reports that teachers are trading their lesson plans for picket signs in San Francisco.   No Answers During Epstein Hearing Ghislaine Maxwell, in prison on charges she led a child sex ring for years with the disgraced and deceased former financier Jeffrey Epstein, declined to answer lawmakers' questions in a closed virtual hearing on Monday. John Stolnis reports from Washington that some believe her end game is to get clemency and freedom from prison in exchange for telling what she knows.   Shutdown Looming The clock is ticking louder on Capitol Hill to ensure funding for the Department of Homeland Security and avoid another government shutdown.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Olympic Athletes Speak Out President Trump has criticized an American Olympian for speaking out against the administration's immigration operations.  As Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, freestyle skier Hunter Hess has responded, now proclaiming that he loves America, and cannot wait to represent Team USA when his competition begins.    Trump Warns New Bridge May Not Open President Trump threatened Monday evening to prevent the new Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario from opening until Canada treats the United States with, what he described as, "fairness and respect."  Social Media Addiction Trial Opening arguments are beginning in a landmark social media addiction trial set in Los Angeles.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports the trial centers on how the Instagram and YouTube platforms target children.   No Power & Water Two Weeks Later It has been about two weeks since a powerful winter storm slammed into Mississippi, a state that rarely sees snow and ice, and took the lives of 29 people.  The heavy weight of the snow and ice snapped trees and took down power lines, and now two weeks later, thousands of Mississippi residents still remain in the dark waiting for power and water to be restored.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningSearch For Nancy Guthrie Continues We enter Day Nine of the disappearance of the mother of NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.  Over the weekend, law enforcement spent more time searching the home of Nancy Guthrie in Tucson, Arizona, and the family once again released a video begging her alleged abductors to release the 84-year-old.  As correspondent Julie Walker reports the desperate search continues, but so far police still have no suspects or persons of interest in what has become a kidnapping case.   Video Controversy Some Republican lawmakers are joining with Democrats in criticizing President Trump for the re-posting of a video that contained a brief clip of a cartoon version of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as monkeys, with critics calling it an overtly racist post.  John Stolnis has the latest on the fallout from Washington.   Funds Must Be Returned A judge has ruled against the Trump administration saying it can't withhold funds from five Democrat-led states amid claims of fraud.   Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Another Shutdown Likely Senator John Fetterman anticipates a partial government shutdown as Democrats and Republicans spar over funding for the Department of Homeland Security.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Mangione's Day In Court Luigi Mangione spoke out in court as a judge has now set a trial date for state murder charges against the man arrested for killing the United HealthCare CEO.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Judge Rules On GA FBI Raid A federal judge in Georgia ordered documents related to an FBI raid on an election facility in Fulton County to be unsealed by Tuesday.    Olympic Protests The Winter Olympics got underway with the usual fanfare – and a less-than-warm welcome for the head of the US delegation.  Meanwhile, outside the venues, police and protestors have battled, including some who vandalized rail links to the venues.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports that as American and Israeli athletes have been met with boos, some US athletes are voicing their own concerns about politics at home.   Midterm Meddling Complaints Democrats are raising concerns over political intimidation in the upcoming midterm elections.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Funeral Home Owner To Prison The owner of a Colorado funeral home has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for stashing 189 decomposing bodies and giving fake ashes to grieving families.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on the tragedy that one of those families is facing.    FBI On Epstein The FBI has concluded Jeffrey Epstein was not running a sex trafficking ring for rich and powerful men.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Closing For Good Some well-known food franchises will soon be closing their doors.  Mushroom Poisoning Alarming news out of California where three people have died and others severely ill from eating poisonous mushrooms.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.  T Finally   The Seattle Seahawks are the champions of Super Bowl 60, but there were some who watched the big game for the ads.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details on what ads were the big hits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningMore Details Released In Guthrie Kidnapping Investigators in Arizona have released a new timeline, as the investigation into the disappearance of NBC Today Show Host Savannah Guthrie's mother drags on.  Joan Jones reports that at this point, law enforcement has not identified any suspects or persons of interest in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.   Democrats Dig In On DHS Funding Democratic leaders have sent the White House and Republican leaders a list of 10 items they want to see addressed as part of the negotiations to fund the Department of Homeland Security.  With the deadline a week away, correspondent John Stolnis has the latest on the talks from Washington.   US-Russia Nuke Deal Ended Today is the day that the Trump administration meets with leaders of Iran in Oman to discuss the Islamic Republic's nuclear and missile programs, but in another part of the world, questions as to what happens next with the expiration of the last nuclear arms pact between the U.S. and Russia.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Trump-RX Launches The Trump administration is launching a website that facilitates buying prescription drugs.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   NJ Recount In the end it was a photo-finish and it appears likely heading for a recount as former Congressman Tom Malinowski is trailing progressive activist Analilia Mejia by less than one percent in New Jersey's 11th District special election.   Money For Cuba The Trump administration announced they're sending $6 million dollars to Cuba, which is in the midst of an energy blockade and many in the Communist island nation are having a tough time just keeping the lights on.   Lisa Dwyer reports.   Latest In The Guthrie Disappearance No suspects, but concern grows by the hour as Nancy Guthrie remains missing, now for six days.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the latest on the search for the mother of TV host Savannah Guthrie as the family waits for both signs of life, and contact from those who kidnapped the 84-year-old.  Prayer Breakfast President Trump attended the annual National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, and while announcing a national event in Washington in May to rededicate America as one nation under God, he also took some political shots at rivals on both sides of the aisle.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Clinton-Congress Back & Forth The back and forth continues between Congress and the Clinton's surrounding a hearing about the Epstein files, one that Bill and Hillary Clinton are demanding be done in public.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Fatal LA Car Crash At least three people were killed and six others were injured after a car crashed into a grocery store in the Los Angeles suburb of Westwood.  Arrest For Threatening ICE A Minneapolis man has been arrested for posting threats and encouraging violence against immigration officers.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Arizona Copter Crash Authorities are investigating after a police helicopter crashed in Arizona, killing two people.  The details from correspondent Lisa Dwyer.   Tech News Elon Musk is working on a plan to supersize Starlink.  Chuck Palm has this story today in his new segment, the New Old Tech Guy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningGuthrie's Plea For Kidnapped Mom The urgent search for Nancy Guthrie continues in Arizona, as her daughter, NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie released a plea on Instagram that whoever has taken the 84-year-old let her go, saying time is not on our side.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports we are learning more about her health issues and her urgent need her medication, and that the FBI is sending additional personnel to help with the investigation.   SCOTUS Rules On Proposition 50 For the second time, the U.S. Supreme Court has decided NOT to get involved in the fight over re-drawing Congressional Districts. Correspondent Rich Johnson reports that California's Proposition 50 that re-drew the California congressional map will stay as-is for now, heading back to a lower court.   Fulton County Fights Back On Election Probe Officials in Atlanta's Fulton County said Wednesday they have asked a federal court to order the FBI to return ballots and other documents from the 2020 election that it seized last week, with more questions being raised about the involvement by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Trump-Xi Call President Trump held a phone meeting with China's President yesterday (Wednesday).  Correspondent Clayton Neville has details.   Post Purge It was Black Wednesday at one of the world's most legendary newspapers.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on a day at the Washington Post where widespread layoffs will lead to sharply scaled back news coverage.   No Ice At Olympics It may be the Winter Olympics, but don't say the word “ice.”  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a politically inspired name change at the Winter Games.   US-Iran Meeting Preview Representatives from the Trump administration are scheduled to sit down with Iranian leaders for nuclear talks set for Friday, but ahead of those discussions, the President had a strong warning for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Minneapolis Drawdown The Trump administration confirmed they will be initiating a drawdown in federal officers immediately on the streets of Minneapolis, and those who remain will be outfitted with body cameras.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this comes as Congress will be spending the next two weeks grappling with funding for the Department of Homeland Security.   Bessent On The Hot Seat Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was pressed by lawmakers on Capitol Hill on Wednesday during a hearing on the state of our nation's finances. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Would-Be Assassin To Prison The man found guilty of trying to assassinate then-candidate Donald Trump at his Florida golf course in 2024 will spend the rest of his life behind bars.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports. Democrats Plan Oversight Revenge Facing the threat of being held in contempt of Congress, Bill and Hillary Clinton both agreed to testify before the House Oversight Committee about their knowledge of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.    Hush Money Re-Do President Trump's hush money conviction was back before a New York judge.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump Signs Spending Bill President Trump has signed a government spending bill that funds the entire government with the exception of the Department of Homeland Security, with the White House and lawmakers set to negotiate over changes to ICE and immigration enforcement over the next two weeks. John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Search For Guthrie Continues The search for 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's missing 84-year-old mother is intensifying, as TMZ confirmed they were sent a ransom note.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports police are calling Nancy Guthrie's disappearance an abduction, taken from her home against her will, and concerns for Guthrie now go all the way to the White House.   Trump's Election Plans Meets Resistance Reporters peppered President Trump with questions regarding his call to nationalize elections, which comes as the GOP-led Senate prepares their own version of a voter registration bill.  Bob Brown reports that the top Republican in the Senate is against the president's plan.   US Shoots Down Iranian Drone Despite a planned meeting on Friday between the United States and Iran over their nuclear program, tensions ratcheted up after the US military was forced to shoot down an Iranian drone that was getting dangerously close to the American fleet in international waters off Iran.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Jill Biden's Ex-Husband Charged The first husband of former first lady Jill Biden has been charged with killing his wife at their Delaware home.   Flag Bearers A trailblazing American skater and an Army-enlisted bobsledder have been selected as the Winter Olympic American flag bearers.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Trump Talks Spending & More President Trump signed a $1.2 trillion dollar funding package to end the partial government shutdown on Tuesday.  It was a compromise struck between Senate Democrats and the White House that would fund roughly 97-percent of the federal government through the end of September, and then the president spoke to the media covering a number of topics.  Correspondent Joan Jones has more.   Pirro Walks Back Gun Comments Jeannine Pirro is walking back comments she made threatening jail time for people who travel into Washington, DC with firearms.  Sue Aller reports the US Attorney has come under fire from a key support base of President Trump.   Epstein Files UK Fallout The fallout over the release of the Epstein files in America is having a devastating impact in the UK.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports the charity founded by Sarah Ferguson is shutting down after release of Epstein emails with the former duchess, and a top politician is also handing in his resignation.    Judge Rules On Portland Protests A judge has ordered federal agents to stop firing tear gas and other crowd-control weapons at protesters and journalists who regularly gather outside an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Portland, Oregon.   Alleged Kirk Shooter's Demands Lawyers for the alleged shooter of Charlie Kirk were back in a Utah court, making several demands including having the prosecutors removed from the case.  The details from correspondent Lisa Dwyer.   Changes At Disney There's a changing of the guard at the House of Mouse.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that the head of Disney Parks will be named Disney's new CEO.   Finally    It's never just the game at the Super Bowl.  Along with the halftime show, Entertainment Reporter Kevin Carr says the big draw is also what will be advertised on Super Bowl Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningGovernment Shutdown Vote Today President Trump is urging the U-S House of Representatives to pass a funding package to end the partial government shutdown, but there's still no guarantees that a scheduled vote for today will get over the finish line with questions being raised by both Democrats and some Republicans.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports a potential holdup surrounds money for Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.   Bodycams For ICE Good police policy or just smart politics - Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's new order for federal agents in Minnesota has drawn both positive and negative reactions.  That, and more developments in Minneapolis from correspondent Rich Johnson.  Clintons Agree To Testify Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to appear for in-person depositions in Washington, DC, in the congressional Jeffrey Epstein probe.   America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has details.   Latest On Guthrie Disappearance Arizona authorities are continuing their search for NBC 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's missing 84-year-old mother.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that police are now investigating her disappearance as a kidnapping.   Virginia Trial Ends A sensation trial in Virginia ended with guilty verdicts for a man accused of killing his wife and having an affair with their au pair.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   DHS & Government Shutdown A big reason we started the month with a government shutdown was due to the situation in Minneapolis, as Democrats and some Republicans were demanding reforms to ICE and federal officers, specifically in how they conduct themselves.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on a big shift for Homeland Security officers, who will now wear body cameras, a point that House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, speaking on Fox News, said needed to be done.   Texas Election Aftermath There's fallout in the Lone Star State as Democrats are hopeful that the tide is turning among Texans who historically vote Republican. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports a Democrat will head to Washington, narrowing even further the razor-thin House GOP majority, and the Texas State Senate will get a Democrat in a district that President Trump won by double-digits just 14 months ago.   Still Digging Out Winter weather has devastated parts of the South, including snow in Tampa, snow and ice in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and blizzard conditions that wreaked havoc in North Carolina, and the cleanup could take a long time.  Correspondent Joan Jones in Nashville, Tennessee with the latest there, where many people are still without power, heat, and internet from a winter storm over one week ago.   Trump Wants Nationalized Voting President Donald Trump said Monday that Republican lawmakers should nationalize voting.  US & Iran To Meet There's saber-rattling coming out of Iran after the Ayatollah said any action by the United States against the Islamic Republic would lead to what he called a regional war.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports this comes despite the Trump administration announcing that the US and Iran would hold nuclear talks on Friday.   Hazing Death Three college students in Arizona, all members of a fraternity, are under arrest after what police are describing as a hazing death of an 18-year-old.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Finally  There was more politics than usual in the annual Grammy Awards, which caught the ire of President Trump who threatened a lawsuit against the music show's host.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningGovernment Shutdown In Effect With Friday's midnight deadline for the government to pass a spending bill for fiscal year 2026 come and gone, there is a partial shutdown in effect, but lawmakers believe it won't last long.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   East Coast Bomb Cyclone It was a weekend many in the Southeast will soon not forget.  Snowbirds in Florida are dealing with temperatures below freezing, falling iguanas, and snow in Tampa as well as South Carolina's Myrtle Beach.  But North Carolina seemed to get the worst of a bomb cyclone that dumped record amounts of snow, with over 1,000 accidents, and a blizzard in the Outer Banks.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   ICE Releases Father & Son The father and a five-year-old boy arrested by immigration in Minneapolis and detained at an ICE facility in Texas has been released.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   Democrats Prevail In Texas Elections President Trump is distancing himself from State Republican candidates in Texas after a pair of wins by Democrats over the weekend.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Melania Box Office Success It may have been panned by many critics, but that didn't stop the film about the First Lady becoming a top movie at the box office.    DC Indy Race Rush hour travel through Washington, DC can be tough enough, but both the White House and the local government in the Nation's Capital are both firmly behind plans to host an Indy-Car race on the streets near the White House.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Epstein Files Issues The Trump Administration is releasing new files on convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and says the review is over, despite continuing questions.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Lemon Speaks Out Former CNN anchor Don Lemon says he'll fight the charges after being arrested in connection with a protest at a church in Minnesota.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports the arrests of Lemon and several other journalists is reverberating all the way to the US Capitol.   Utah Town's Transformation A Utah town once controlled by a polygamous sect has emerged transformed after court supervision.  Correspondent Walter Ratliff reports.   Trump-Kennedy Center Renovations President Trump announced on Sunday that the Trump-Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will close for roughly two years to allow for extensive renovations.   Jails Director Once Incarcerated New York City has a new director for its jail system.  Katie Clark reports that the choice of Stanley Richards is a historic one, as he was also once an inmate, after serving time for robbery in the 1980's.   Finally   Music's biggest night had a few surprises and also dabbled a bit into politics.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has a recap of the 2026 Grammy Awards.   Correspondent Julie Walker reports Punxsutawney Phil prepares to issue his Groundhog Day weather verdict from Gobbler's Knob, Pennsylvania. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningGovernment Shutdown Deal In The Works Lots of drama on Capitol Hill Thursday that ended with a bipartisan agreement on how to keep MOST of the federal government funded for the rest of the fiscal year.  Correspondent Rich Johnson has more on the impasse that turned into an agreement.  Drawdown Proposed For Minneapolis In his first press conference since taking over as President Trump's point person on immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, White House border czar Tom Homan says they are working on a gradual drawdown of officers in Minnesota.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Charges Filed In Omar Attack Charges have now been filed and the FBI is investigating the attack against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar at a Minneapolis Town Hall.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   Latest On Georgia 2020 Election Probe Officials with the Fulton County, Georgia Elections Department says it's unclear as to why the FBI executed a search warrant and seized records tied to the 20-20 Presidential election.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Deputy Learns His Fate An ex-Illinois sheriff's deputy who shot and killed a woman in her own home is heading to prison.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   With Barron's Help A man from Russia who attacked a woman in London was apprehended, thanks to a call from the United States that came from the youngest son of President Trump.  Correspondent Karen Chammas explains.   Senate Has Deal On Averting Shutdown On Thursday morning, the talk on Capitol Hill was that a government shutdown was inevitable, however, by Thursday evening, enough progress was made that Senate Democrats said they have struck an agreement to move forward with a package of bills to avert a partial closure of the government.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that both sides are moving back from the cliff after Democrats first blocked the funding package, but the clock is still ticking.   Cost Of ICE One reason that both Democrats and Republicans are looking closer at ICE deployments is the overall cost.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on what President Donald Trump's deployment of federal troops to U.S. cities is costing the taxpayer, and comes as Senator Susan Collins says in her state of Maine, ICE is ending large-scale operations.   Weekend Weather Worries A major winter storm is expected this weekend for areas still digging out from last weekend's ice and snow event.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   He Tried To Free Luigi A man was charged Thursday with impersonating an FBI agent after he showed up at a federal prison in New York City, attempting to release Luigi Mangione from jail.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani has details.  Klobuchar For Governor Senator Amy Klobuchar has made it official, becoming both the Democrat candidate and frontrunner to replace Tim Walz as governor of Minnesota in the November election.  Correspondent Marissa Duhaney reports.   Trump Sues US Government President Trump has announced he's suing two government agencies for $10 billion dollars, alleging that they failed to take necessary steps to prevent a former IRS employee from improperly disclosing his tax returns.    Tech News Elon Musk is behind a merger that could create a mega-tech monster.  Chuck Palm has this story today in his new segment, the New Old Tech Guy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningLatest In Minneapolis Two border patrol agents who fired their weapons in the fatal shooting of Minneapolis ICE protester Alex Pretti last Saturday have been put on administrative leave as new video shows Pretti getting into an altercation with ICE officials 11 days prior to his death.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Government Shutdown Likely It's looking more and more like another government shutdown will happen as the Senate grapples with funding for the Department of Homeland Security, and Democrats are demanding some reforms following the incidents involving ICE in Minneapolis.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the status of budget negotiations.   FBI Investigating Omar Attack The FBI is taking the lead in the investigation after a man was arrested for spraying a liquid on Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar during a Minneapolis town hall.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   Trump's Warning To Iran President Trump has a stern warning for Iran, as a massive military fleet has sailed into the Indian Ocean.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Two Trials For Mangione In New York, prosecutors are seeking a July trial in Luigi Mangione's state murder case, with his federal trial slated for fall.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   FBI Investigating Georgia 2020 Election The FBI has opening an investigation into a Georgia election office regarding the 2020 presidential election.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   No FED Rate Cut The Federal Reserve says it is keeping its benchmark interest rate as-is, after three cuts last year, and despite objections from President Trump.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Rubio Faces Senate Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified Wednesday before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee discussing a number of topics, including the administration's actions involving Venezuela.  Bob Brown reports that Rubio was also questioned on President Trump's plans for Greenland, Cuba, and Iran.   Trump Accounts The Trump Administration is hyping the launch of "Trump Accounts for Kids."  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on the plan, and a famous rapper who's backing it.   Protests & Questions At Two ICE Facilities There were protests in Texas at an ICE facility south of San Antonio where a 5-year-old is being detained, which led to several people being arrested in clashes with federal agents.  At another detention center, this on one the grounds of Fort Bliss outside of El Paso, questions are being raised after a Cuban migrant was found dead.  Lisa Dwyer reports on 911 calls that were made and what the autopsy report showed in the death of the ICE detainee.  Noem On The Hot Seat There are now bipartisan calls for President Trump to remove Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   War Casualties Rising It will soon be four years since Russia amassed an army to invade Ukraine, and a new report shows staggering casualty figures on both sides in numbers not seen since World War II.  Correspondent Laurence Brooks reports.   Finally   Stephen Colbert is looking ahead to his final episode for his late-night talk show.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump's Talk On Minneapolis In a series of interviews and public statements, President Trump called the shooting death of ICE protester Alex Pretti unfortunate, but resisted calling Border Czar Tom Homan's presence in Minnesota as a repudiation of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Deaths Increase From America's Arctic Blast Millions continue to dig out from weekend snow, and thousands are still without power in several states following the Arctic blast that will soon reach down as far as New Orleans and Miami.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports the death toll is surpassing 4 dozen people in places hit by winter weather, including some found frozen to death on the streets of New York City.   Arizona Border Patrol Shooting Authorities in Arizona are investigating after a man was shot and critically wounded in a shooting involving a US Border Patrol agent in an area adjacent to the US-Mexico border.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Arrests In Attempted Murder Of Indiana Judge There are now shocking allegations into the ongoing investigation in the attempted assassination of an Indiana judge at his home.  As Lisa Dwyer reports, a motorcycle street gang was involved.   ICE To Olympics It won't just be the athletes from the United States heading to Italy next month for the Winter Olympics.  Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will also be heading to Milan for security measures, a move that has angered Italians who do not want American ICE officers helping with Olympic security.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   France Social Media Ban A new law passed by France's Parliament will create both a ban on social media for all kids under 15, and keep cellphones out of the classroom.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports.   Latest In Minneapolis President Trump dispatched Border Czar Tom Homan to Minneapolis and reassigned both Greg Bovino and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to the Southern border following the deadly shooting of an ICU Nurse by immigration officers this past weekend.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that President Trump says he wants to let investigations into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti play out.   Getting Even Colder By the weekend, temperatures will be in the 20's in New Orleans and 30's in Miami as America is inundated by an Arctic blast keeping wind chills below zero in a number of states, and the snow on the ground becoming solid ice.  The death toll in this winter blast that is impacting much of the country is rising.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    NTSB Report On DC Plane Crash One year to the week that a passenger jet and a military helicopter collided just yards away from Washington Reagan Airport, the NTSB is pointing blame at failures in the system.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on what the NTSB says was clearly a crash that was avoidable.   Ilhan Omar Attacked There was chaos at a Minneapolis town hall hosted by Congresswoman Ilhan Omar when a man lunged at the Democrat and tried to spray her with an unknown substance.   Alexander Trial Begins They were defined as predators masquerading as party boys.  Sue Aller reports on the beginning of the trial against two brothers and a third man accused of being real estate brokers involved in sex trafficking.   Yale Changes Tuition Policy The Ivy League school announced that starting in the fall 2026, students from households earning up to $200,000 dollars can attend tuition-free.  T Finally   Every second counts when it comes to the Doomsday Clock.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports that the scientists measuring the closest point to catastrophe now say we are closer than ever, and artificial intelligence isn't helping matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningLeadership Shakeup With Homan To Minneapolis In the wake of the shooting death of protester Alex Pretti by immigration enforcement officers Saturday, the White House says there will be new leadership overseeing those operations in Minneapolis.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   America's Severe Arctic Blast Some parts of the United States are seeing some relief to the catastrophic cold that prompted emergency advisories in more than two dozen states while others remain in a deep-freeze.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports at least 17 people have died in the winter blast.   Seven Dead In Maine Plane Crash Seven people are dead in Bangor, Maine after a private jet attempting to take off on Sunday evening crashed as the snow was beginning to fall.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports – audio courtesy of Broadcastify.    Wedding's Court Appearance He went from an Olympic snowboard hero in Canada to becoming a top drug kingpin finding himself on the FBI's Most Wanted list.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports on the dramatic arrest and the first US court appearance of Ryan Wedding.   Trump Says Iran Ready For A Deal President Trump says Iran wants to make a deal.  Speaking exclusively with Axios, the president says that because he has sent a carrier strike group into the area, that Tehran is ready to come to the table.   Bravery Finally Rewarded Eight decades after they lost their lives fighting for the United States against Japan and Germany, a group of Japanese-American soldiers have been given a posthumous promotion.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Democrats Considering Noem Impeachment There's a growing call for the impeachment of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem from a majority of House Democrats. Correspondent Joan Jones reports it comes after the death of a second Minnesota protester, and questions from both Democrats and Republicans about the mission of ICE in Minneapolis.   Gun Groups Angry About Minneapolis Some gun rights groups are pushing back against the Trump administration's response to the shooting of an armed protester legally carrying a handgun by ICE agents in Minneapolis over the weekend. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports Second Amendment rights advocates were taken aback by comments made by FBI Director Kash Patel, as well as the leadership of DHS.   Latest In The Middle East In the Gaza Strip, the Israeli military has found and recovered the body of the last remaining hostage taken by Hamas on October 7 two years ago.  As correspondent Laurence Brooks reports, the retrieval of Ran Gvili will now allow for Phase 2 of the US-led Gaza peace plan to begin.  Trump Raising South Korea Tariffs President Trump announced he's increasing tariffs on products coming into the country from South Korea because of a delay in that country's legislature approving the trade deal reached with the US last summer.   Flight Delays Continue It's not expected to be as bad as the past two days, but there will still be more flight delays to sort through following the Arctic storm that caused emergencies in 25 states.    Dudley Announces Governor's Run If he wins, he would clearly become the tallest governor in the nation.  Former Portland Trail Blazer center Chris Dudley has launched a second attempt to run for governor of Oregon as a Republican.    Finally   A popular rapper and fashion mogul took out a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal to denounce years of his behavior, which included using anti-Semitic imagery and describing himself as a Nazi.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the latest on the mea-culpa of Kanye West.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningAnother Protester Death In Minneapolis Sparking Outrage Cell phone video over the weekend captured border patrol officers shooting 37-year-old Alex Pretti on the streets of Minneapolis as he protested ICE's presence by recording their actions on his cell phone.  John Stolnis has the reaction from Washington.   America's Severe Arctic Blast Half of all American states have issued emergency declarations as a massive winter blast is bringing dangerous conditions from New Mexico to New England, where some in the Northeast received 2 feet of show, and a number of Southern states are iced over.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Trump Threatens Canada With Tariffs More trade troubles could be on the horizon as President Trump is threatening 100% tariffs on goods from Canada over their recent trade deal with China.  The details from correspondent Donna Warder.   Maine Plane Crash The FAA is reporting that a private jet carrying eight people crashed on takeoff from Bangor, Maine, Sunday evening.  Former NFL Player Killed Police in Los Angeles are investigating after a former professional football player was found stabbed to death in a homeless encampment.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   March For Life The annual anti-abortion March for Life was held in the Nation's Capital, this year highlighted by a speech from Vice President JD Vance.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Travel Troubles The winter storm that has wreaked havoc on 35 states and impacted well over 200 million Americans is also causing air travel trouble both domestic and international.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Latest In Minneapolis Despite wind chills below zero, protesters are gathering in Minneapolis following the death of Alex Pretti while being subdued by members of Immigration.  As correspondent Donna Warder reports, the father of Pretti is searching for answers after his son is killed during a protest against ICE, and additional videos being released of the confrontation are raising more questions.   Trump Softens NATO Comments British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has responded harshly to President Trump downplaying NATO actions in Afghanistan.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Senate Digging In On DHS Budget The government is set to run out of money again by the end of the week, and while some appropriations have been voted on and cleared, a partial shutdown is still likely, and it has to do with funding for Homeland Security.  Katie Clark reports.   New Leader For Columbia U Columbia University has chosen Jennifer Mnookin, the chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, as its next president.  Finally   The weather nationwide played a factor at the box office with slow ticket sales.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningAmerica's Arctic Blast More than half of America is preparing for what is being described as a historic winter blast including record-breaking extreme cold, ice and heavy snow, and expected disruptions to power and travel in 35 states.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Jack Smith Testifies President Trump is calling for former special prosecutor Jack Smith to be prosecuted after his testimony Thursday before the House Judiciary Committee, after Smith testified that Trump engaged in what he called “criminal activity.”  Correspondent Joan Jones has details.   Vance In Minneapolis As unrest continues in Minneapolis over the presence of ICE agents, Vice President JD Vance traveled to Minnesota to address the issues, saying the US military right now isn't necessary.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   From School Superintendent To Prison The former superintendent of Iowa's largest school district pleaded guilty Thursday, and admitted to falsely claiming to be a U.S. citizen on a federal form and illegally possessing firearms.    ICE In Maine The state of Maine appears to be the latest target of the Trump administration's immigration operations.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.   Fired Coach Wants His Job Back A fired prominent college football coach is seeking to have serious charges against him dismissed.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Dangerous Winter Weather As many as 35 states will be below freezing for days as expected winter weather, which brings chances for ice, rain, and feet of snow will impact two-thirds of the US population.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports many states have already declared statewide emergencies and are preparing for the worst, most of America's air travel will be impacted, and as states in the usually warm Deep South are setting up heating centers, wind chills in the Northern Plains could reach as low as minus 50 degrees.   Latest In Minneapolis  Vice President JD Vance visited Minneapolis on Thursday for a roundtable with local leaders and federal law enforcement in the state carrying out immigration raids.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington. Board Of Peace Ceremony President Trump was surrounded by world leaders as he signed the document proclaiming the Board of Peace for the Gaza Strip.  As correspondent Donna Warder reports, a number of European heads of state were not named to the board, mostly because Vladimir Putin was invited to join, which is declaring an ambitious agenda for what it is calling “New Gaza.”   Reaction To Uvalde Acquittal In Texas, there's outrage from the families of the victims of the Robb Elementary massacre after a former Uvalde schools officer was acquitted of charges over the police response.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.   Homicide Rates Dropping There have been steep declines in the homicide rates in many U.S. cities. Correspondent Mike Hempen has details.   Finally   It was a record-breaking day for the Academy Awards, as one movie garnered a historic number of Oscar nominations.  Lisa Dwyer reports that an original screenplay beat out all the others in Oscars' nods this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump Announces Greenland Deal President Trump went to Davos, Switzerland for the World Economic Forum Wednesday, where he says he struck a deal involving Greenland, and backed off on the European tariffs he threatened just days before. John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Winter Storm Threatens Much Of US A massive winter storm stretching from Texas to the Carolinas and up to the Northeast will impact 35 states and more than half of the American population by this weekend.  Bob Brown reports airlines and power companies are preparing for the worst with a combination of ice, heavy snow, and Arctic temperatures.   House Committee Votes Contempt Charges Against Clintons A Republican-led congressional committee moves to send contempt charges against Bill and Hillary Clinton for a full House vote.  America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has the details which includes overwhelming Democrat's approval.    Emmanuel Wants Age Restrictions Rahm Emmanuel wants to institute a mandatory retirement age of 75 for the president and across branches of government.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Teenager's Guilty Plea The North Carolina teenager who killed his brother and gunned down four neighbors in 2022 has pleaded guilty to the slayings, just a week before his trial was to begin.    Tafoya For Senate From the football stadium sidelines to a seat in Congress.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on a former NFL TV reporter announcing her candidacy for the U.S. Senate.   Not Guilty In Uvalde Verdict Just hours after being handed to the jury, a former Uvalde, Texas school Police Officer is acquitted of the charges against him.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   SCOTUS Hears Cook Case The Supreme Court seems inclined to keep Lisa Cook on the Federal Reserve Board, despite President Trump's attempt to fire her.  Lisa Dwyer has details.   Trump's Day In Davos In a surprising reversal, President Trump has backed off his planned tariffs on some European allies over his position on Greenland.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this comes as he announces the framework on a deal involving NATO.    Air Force One Issue President Trump's trip to Davos, Switzerland didn't go off exactly as planned.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on an electrical problem with Air Force One shortly after takeoff that forced the plane back to Washington, DC. I CE's New Guidance There's new guidance being rolled out for ICE officers, from information leaked in a whistleblower disclosure.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports this comes as Maine is the latest state to see ICE launch operations.   Musk & Ryanair Donald Trump once owned an airline, and now Elon Musk wants to as well, but the Irish corporate boss of a European budget carrier has other ideas.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports.   Finally   You can only imagine what Nathan Handwerker would be thinking if he knew the $300 dollars he used from his life savings to start a hot dog stand in Coney Island in 1916 would be worth today.  Correspondent Marissa Duhaney reports on the sale of an iconic American hotdog brand – to a Chinese-owned pork producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump Press Briefing It was one year ago President Trump was officially sworn in for a second term as President and on Tuesday, he made a rare appearance in the White House briefing room to praise the work done by his administration in the first year of Trump 2.0.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Trump's Plane Problem On The Way To Davos President Trump is arriving in Davos, Switzerland for the World Economic Forum later than planned after Air Force One had to turn around and go back to the US due to what was described as an electrical issue on the plane.  When he does arrive there, some European leaders along with Canada's Prime Minister will be waiting for him with concern over his threats to annex Greenland, and uneasiness over increasing tariffs raised by the US against nations that have backed Denmark.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   DOJ Issues Minneapolis Subpoenas The Justice Department is handing out grand jury subpoenas in Minnesota as ICE continues to make apprehensions, in a probe Democrats are calling a bullying tactic.  Jennifer King reports.   Ten Commandments To Court A US Court of Appeals is weighing arguments over Louisiana's controversial Ten Commandments law.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Halligan Is Out Attorney General Pam Bondi said Tuesday night that Lindsey Halligan is leaving her post as a federal prosecutor in Virginia.  The announcement comes the same day that a federal judge barred Halligan from what he called her “masquerading” as a prosecutor.  Baseball Hall Of Fame For another year it wasn't Mark McGwire, Alex Rodriguez or Roger Clemens that reached immortality.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports on the two former star outfielders who were elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown.   Congress Works On Budget While the political world is paying close attention to global issues involving the United States, lawmakers on Capitol Hill are focused on legislation that would keep the government open beyond the end of this month.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Letlow Announces Primary Challenge After receiving an endorsement from President Trump despite not being a candidate, Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow announced she will take on fellow Republican Bill Cassidy for his US Senate seat.  Sue Aller has details.  New Jersey's New Governor New Jersey has a new governor.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the swearing in of Mikie Sherrill to lead the Garden State.   Usha Vance Expecting And baby makes four - Correspondent Mike Pesoli reports there's a new arrival in the Vice President's future.   Finally   Actor Timothy Busfield had his pre-trial hearing in New Mexico.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr reports that Busfield will be released pending his trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningLatest In Minneapolis    Tensions remain high in Minneapolis as President Trump is still not ruling out sending in the American military and invoking the Insurrection Act, while people are denouncing ICE on the streets but are fearful of what could happen next.  Steve Futterman reports. Trump's Nobel Message Over Greenland President Trump's talk about taking control of Greenland has taken a turn in a very different direction, and it has to do with Norway and the Nobel Peace Prize.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports the president will take his plans for Greenland directly to Europe as he is scheduled to speak in Switzerland at the Economic Forum this week.   Powell Plans SCOTUS Trip In an unusual move, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell says he will be attending a Supreme Court hearing on Fed Governor Lisa Cook's lawsuit against President Trump.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Shapiro's New Book Is the Governor of Pennsylvania an Israeli agent?  Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is opening up about being considered a potential running mate in Kamala Harris' bid for the Presidency in 2024.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Louisiana Senate GOP Primary The president endorsed a potential primary challenger to Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, creating a primary in the Pelican State by encouraging Congresswoman Julia Letlow to run for the seat held by Cassidy.  Iranian Hack News has leaked out of Iran that hackers have disrupted Iranian television to air footage supporting the exiled crown prince.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports this comes as internet services remain cut in the Islamic Republic, and the number of anti-government protesters that have died is in the thousands.   100 Vehicle Michigan Pileup The blinding snow and ice that blanketed Michigan led to a 100-vehicle pileup on an interstate highway.  That was one of many crashes fueled by blizzard conditions around the Great Lakes that spread to other states.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Yanked 60 Minutes Segment Airs A controversial report on the CBS news program 60 Minutes that was yanked from the show one month ago aired with little notice this past Sunday.  Correspondent Dave Bauder explains the controversy over the “Inside CECOT” segment.   Latest On Greenland With Donald Trump continuing to ramp up pressure in his bid to annex Greenland, Denmark on Monday boosted its military presence on the Arctic island, announcing Danish combat soldiers will now be stationed on the island and could be there for as long as 2 years, joining armed forces from the UK, France, and several other European countries that are holding joint military training exercises there now.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   EU Reaction To Greenland Tariffs A number of European nations did not take kindly to President Trump's plan to raise tariffs on EU nations that don't back his plans to take over Greenland.  Correspondent Charles deLedesma reports.  Indiana Judge Shot A manhunt is underway as state and local police in Indiana investigate after a judge and his wife were injured in a shooting.  Sports – Robert Workman  College Football & more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningInsurrection Act Possible For Minneapolis Protests over ICE's presence in Minnesota continued over the weekend as lawmakers took to the Sunday shows to defend or criticize their actions.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Europeans Uniting Over Greenland European leaders are responding to potential tariffs by the United States on E-U countries that don't agree with President Trump's plan to acquire Greenland.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   NYC's Nurses Strike Enters Week Two Striking New York nurses entering their second week have resumed contract talks with one of the city's major hospital systems. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports the nation's largest city has 15 thousand nurses on the picket lines.   The Billion Dollar Board Several more countries say the U.S. has invited them to join President Donald Trump's “Board of Peace” for Gaza.   Correspondent Donna Warder reports that joining that group also comes at a price.   Iran's Protest Death Toll In The Thousands For the first time, Iran's ruling government has publicly stated that the death toll from nationwide protests against the Ayatollah's regime is in the thousands.    Fate Of Independence Day Drunk Driver A New York man learned his fate after being found guilty of killing four people while driving drunk.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Army Preps For Minneapolis As the governor of Minnesota has his state's national guard on standby to keep the peace in the state's largest city, the Pentagon is readying 15 hundred active-duty soldiers from Alaska's 11th Airborne Division for possible deployment to Minneapolis after President Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act in response to unrest.  As correspondent Julie Walker reports, the Minneapolis mayor is demanding the federal government not escalate the situation, while DHS wants to protect ICE agents from possible retaliation.   Day One For Spanberger In her first acts as Virginia's first female Governor, Abigail Spanberger signed ten executive orders – including one that ends state cooperation with ICE.  More on the Governor's first day from Correspondent Rich Johnson.   Latest On Charlie Kirk Case Lawyers for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk spent last Friday pushing for prosecutors to be pulled from the case over what they allege is a conflict of interest.  Ed Donahue reports the back-and-forth between the prosecution and defense in the case will continue to play out in a Utah courtroom.   Noem Takes On CBS DHS Secretary Kristi Noem went after CBS News host Margaret Brennan on Sunday for naming the ICE agent who fatally shot Renee Good in Minneapolis this month.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.  Finally   Fans gathered in San Francisco to say goodbye to Grateful Dead guitarist Bobby Weir.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningConsidering Insurrection Act For Minneapolis It's been more than 33 years since a US President invoked the Insurrection Act.  President Trump says that he might be the next one, due to the unrest in Minneapolis.  Details from Correspondent Rich Johnson.   Texas ICE Agents Attacked Protesting against ICE enforcement operations has grown nationwide, and isn't limited to states with Democrat governors.  Federal officials in Texas announced assault charges Thursday against a man they accuse of using a pickup truck to ram into federal agents' vehicles during an immigration stop in Dallas last month, and authorities in San Antonio are looking for another foreign-national wanted for ramming ICE vehicles in a Walmart parking lot this week.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    European Military To Greenland Several European nations have sent troops to Greenland, which comes as the Danish Prime Minister says the island's defense is a concern for NATO.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports on the latest developments as tensions between the US and Denmark heighten over President Trump's intentions to acquire Greenland.   Trump Handed Nobel Prize Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado presented President Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize medallion during her visit to the White House on Thursday.    ICE's Number-2 Resigns Madison Sheehan has handed in her resignation.  The Deputy Director of ICE is leaving her government job as the number 2 under Kristi Noem to make a run for Congress in her home state of Ohio.    Anger In Minneapolis On the streets of Minneapolis, there's anger against federal officers that is boiling over following the two shootings by ICE agents in the past week, and stories of concern after a Minneapolis couple says ICE tear-gassed their family vehicle with 6 children inside, and a mob smashed into an FBI vehicle parked on a city street and stole federal documents and other items.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports pleas for restraint from both the federal government and the mayor of Minneapolis are being unheeded.    Trump's Healthcare Plan Sign-ups for the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare closed at the stroke of midnight in most states.  Now the White House has rolled out "The Great Healthcare Plan," designed to be the Trump Administration's fix. Correspondent Joan Jones reports this comes as ACA premiums have skyrocketed without subsidies, and many simply cannot afford healthcare anymore.   Ruling In Khalil Case A federal appeals court ruled Thursday that a lower court judge lacked authority in ordering the release of anti-Israel activist Mahmoud Khalil.   HHS Reverse Course The Department of Health and Human Services is seemingly reversing course on plans to cancel funds meant to address substance abuse and mental health.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Another Venezuelan Tanker Seized The Pentagon reports that another Venezuelan oil tanker has been seized in the Caribbean.  Lisa Dwyer reports.  Finally   The man nominated to be US Ambassador to Iceland has apologized after there was Icelandic outrage over a joke he made about the island nation just south of Greenland.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningNot So Great Greenland Meeting Danish officials met with Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio Wednesday to discuss President Trump's plans to takeover Greenland.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports while the Trump administration was quiet about the meeting, the foreign ministers of both Denmark and Greenland made clear their nations still have what they called a “fundamental disagreement” with the White House over the future of the world's largest island.   Democrats Plan Noem Impeachment Following the incident in Minneapolis where a woman was killed attempting to drive away after she was confronted by ICE agents, a group of Democrat members of Congress have launched a longshot impeachment effort to remove Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.  The latest from correspondent Julie Walker.   Another Minneapolis Shooting Just days after a woman was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, it's happened again, but this time, the officer was attacked.  America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has the details.   Back To Whole Milk In a change long sought by the dairy industry, President Trump announced that whole milk will once again become part of school food programs.  Jennifer King reports.   Budget Battle Brewing The House and Senate are working towards passing funding bills in the hopes of avoiding a government shutdown, but funding for ICE and Speaker Mike Johnson's plans for another big spending bill could put that in jeopardy.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Latest On Iran President Trump pulled back on calls to attack Iran over the killings of protesters, now estimated to be more than 25 hundred demonstrating against the Iranian government, saying that he has been told the executions of people is stopping.  This has not stopped Iran from threatening American interests in the region.   The Finger Flip The White House is defending a video that appeared to show President Trump flipping the middle finger at a person who yelled at him while touring a Ford factory in Michigan on Tuesday.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.  Clintons Facing Contempt Charges The House Oversight Committee will vote next week to hold former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress after she followed her husband and defied a subpoena, failing to appear Wednesday morning for her scheduled deposition.    House Stock Trading Bill The ongoing debate over members of Congress owning and trading stocks takes a step closer to a vote on the House floor.  Correspondent Bob Brown reports.   Finally   Just a day after he turned himself in to New Mexico authorities over allegations of sexual misconduct which he vehemently denied, a new allegation has emerged.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr reports these aren't the first claims against the well-known actor and director Timothy Busfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump's Red Line On Iran President Trump is drawing a red line when it comes to the Iranian government harming protesters, saying that he will take very strong action if the Islamic Republic begins hanging anti-government demonstrators.  This comes as the UN is reporting as many as 2,500 people have died, and CBS News is reporting that number may be as many as 20,000 feared dead.  Correspondent Charles deLedesma has the latest on events in Iran, and the president's announcement that “help is on the way.”   SCOTUS Hears Transgender Case It appears the Supreme Court is leaning toward upholding state bans on transgender athletes from competing in girls and women's sports.  An update on the testimony before the justices on Tuesday with correspondent Joan Jones.   Clintons Say No To Congress A former president and secretary of state could soon face contempt charges.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports Bill and Hillary Clinton are saying they will not take part in a House committee hearing regarding Jeffrey Epstein.   Smith To Offer Public Testimony Former Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith is set to testify publicly next week about his investigations into President Donald Trump that led to two indictments that were eventually thrown out.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Canada's China Trade Connection America's second-largest trading partner is considering other options, unhappy with the tariffs and trading concerns of the Trump administration.  Lisa Dwyer reports that China is aiming to capitalize on the US-Canada strained relations with a visit by the Canadian Prime Minister.   Trump Planning Sanctuary City Cuts President Trump announced his administration will cease federal payments to sanctuary cities and states with sanctuary policies starting next month, while citing the jurisdictions protect criminals and fuel fraud and crime.    US-Greenland-Denmark Meeting Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet today with the foreign ministers of both Denmark and Greenland to discuss President Trump's objectives to either acquire Greenland or possibly take it by force.  Correspondent Emma Burrows reports from Greenland on the tensions as the president ratchets up.   Trump Tours Michigan President Trump traveled to Detroit, Michigan for a speech aimed at touting his economic policies, but also made headlines for his response to a heckler while touring a Ford factory plant.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.  Latest On ICE In Minnesota As protests continue in Minnesota, so does the back and forth between state and Federal leaders.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Sanctions On Muslim Brotherhood The U.S. has imposed sanctions on three branches of the Muslim Brotherhood, accusing them of posing a risk to the U.S. and other regions.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez has more. Finally   The creator of the satirical comic strip Dilbert that poked fun at bad bosses has passed away. Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr looks back at the career of Scott Adams.   Actor Timothy Busfield has been booked on child sex abuse charges in New Mexico, and is denying all allegations against him.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports – audio courtesy of TMZ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningMinnesota's ICE Lawsuit The state of Minnesota and its two biggest cities are suing the federal government over the deployment of thousands of ICE and Border Patrol agents.  However, as correspondent Rich Johnson reports, the lawsuit comes as the White House is sending one thousand more agents.    NYC Nurses On Strike The average hospital in the United States employs just over 60 nurses, but in New York City, 15,000 union RN's are walking the picket lines outside the largest hospitals in the nation's largest city.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on one of the biggest-ever nurses strikes – and among those walking with the strikers, the new mayor of New York City.   Kelly Sues Hegseth Democrat Senator Mark Kelly is taking his fight to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to court, fighting a legal battle against attempts to punish him for his video warning about illegal orders.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Mississippi Synagogue Suspect's Confession We're learning more about the man who allegedly set fire to a historic Mississippi synagogue.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on what the 19-year-old told the FBI after his father turned him in.   Canada's China Trade Connection President Trump announced that he is imposing 25 percent tariffs on any nation that have trade with Iran, due to the unrest in the Islamic Republic.  This will impact nations including China, and despite calls by President Trump to keep China away from Greenland and North America, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is in the People's Republic this week to promote trade and improve ties, a move that would distance Canada from the US – and potentially increase Canada's tariffs.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Historic Stamp Float like a butterfly and send it through the mail - A legendary boxer is being honored with a long-awaited stamp.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports.   Trump's Iran-Related Tariffs President Trump is weighing military options as protests continue in Iran against the Islamic government over rising prices and a crashing currency.  As the death toll continues to rise, Trump announced an order, saying any nation doing business with Iran will be hit with a 25% tariff on all trade, a move he called “final and conclusive,” and will impact Brazil, Turkey, and China, among others.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports that Trump claims Iran wants to negotiate.   Pushback Against Trump Greenland Plans Despite President Trump's plans to take over Greenland in one way or the other, Denmark, NATO, a number of European Union nations, Greenland's government, and a bipartisan group in Congress are all pushing back on the idea.  America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has the latest.   Trump Considers Obamacare Veto With the clock ticking toward a possible end-of-the-month government shutdown, President Trump is chiming-in about what he could do if the US Senate follows the House and passes an extension on Obamacare subsidies.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Fed Subpoena Reaction From the business world to Capitol Hill, there's reaction to a call from the Department of Justice to investigate the leader of the Federal Reserve.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.  Peltola For Senate With only small Republican majorities in both sides of Congress, a former Democrat congresswoman from Alaska announced she's going to make a run for the Senate from the 49th State, which could put what was considered a safe GOP seat in play.  Sue Aller reports.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningNationwide ICE Protests Over Minneapolis Shooting Over the weekend, protests against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency expanded as outrage continues to spill out following the death of Renee Good by an ICE agent last week in Minneapolis.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Trump Considering Military Action To Take Greenland Denmark and a US delegation will meet this week to discuss Greenland, which comes as President Trump is considering military action to take over the world's largest island.  Powell Under Investigation Federal prosecutors are conducting a criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, over the more than $2 billion dollar renovation of the Central Bank's headquarters in Washington, DC.    Arrest In Ohio Murders The ex-husband of an Ohio woman and her dentist husband was arrested in Illinois, charged with their murders.  Sue Aller reports on what led police after a 10-day manhunt to Michael McKee.   From J6 Arrest To Running For Office He was one of the people arrested for rioting at the Capitol on January 6, 2021, and was famously seen walking through the Capitol Rotunda carrying then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi's podium.  Lisa Dwyer reports that same man announced he's is running for office in Florida.   Historic Comic Purchase When it first hit stores and newspaper stands, it sold for just 10 cents.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on a record breaking sale of a rare first Superman comic book.   Latest On Iran Protests There was panic on the streets of Los Angeles on Sunday when the driver of a U-Haul truck plowed into a group of people protesting against Iran's government.    Trump Wants Cuba To Make A Deal President Trump is telling the government of Cuba to negotiate and make a deal before it's too late, after announcing that no more oil or money from Venezuela will be going to Havana.   Another US Wave Of Attacks In Syria The United States military said that it hit multiple Islamic State targets across Syria in another retaliatory strike in response to an attack that killed American service members.   Mississippi Burning A person was taken into custody over the weekend after a fire ripped through a synagogue in Jackson, Mississippi, heavily damaging the historic house of worship in what authorities say was an act of arson.    EV & GM Slow electric vehicle sales is taking a big bite out of the bottom line for General Motors.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports.   Finally  It was a big night for One Battle After Another, The Studio, and The Pitt.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has a recap of the winners and losers of the 83rd Golden Globe Awards.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningNew Minneapolis ICE Shooting Developments There are multiple developments in the tragedy of a woman shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis Wednesday, including dueling accusations of who's telling the truth.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.   House Passes ACA Subsidies House Democrats were joined by Republicans in swing districts to pass a three-year extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credits that were at the center of the longest government shutdown in US history last year.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.  Senate Passes Venezuela War Powers The Senate on Thursday passed legislation that would force President Donald Trump to seek congressional approval before taking any new military action in Venezuela, a stunning rebuke for the White House and a vote that highlighted divisions within the GOP since the U.S. capture of President Nicolás Maduro.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Judge Rules Prosecutor Is Illegal A federal judge on Thursday ruled that the Trump administration's pick to be the US Attorney for the Northern District of New York must stop his work on two ongoing criminal investigations into New York state attorney general Letitia James, saying the current choice of the Trump administration as prosecutor is not lawfully serving as a valid acting US Attorney.    Philadelphia House Of Horrors What police found in the car was shocking, but then they went to the man's home.    Mamdani's First Move Saying he's following through with his promises, New York's mayor is announcing one of his first initiatives.  Ed Donahue reports.   Latest On ICE Shooting In Minneapolis Schools in Minneapolis will remain closed again today as protests continue following the death of a woman, shot and killed by an ICE agent after she did not heed officer's calls to stop.    US Envoys To Meet With Denmark Envoys from Denmark and Greenland have gathered to discuss the latest talk from the White House regarding the United States either buying, annexing, paying Greenlanders to join the US, or taking the world's largest island by force.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this comes as Secretary of State Rubio is scheduled to meet with Danish officials in the coming days.   Protests Grow In Iran The situation in Iran seems to be spiraling out of control as the Iranian government cut off the country from the internet and international telephone calls Thursday as protests grew larger in nearly every Iranian city, including Tehran.  Correspondent Jon Gambrell reports people continue to be angry over business closures as the nation's currency has collapsed.   Demand For Mistrial In Uvalde Case There was more bombshell testimony that played out in a Texas court, and the judge presiding over the Uvalde school shooting trial denied the defense's motion for a mistrial.  Trump Offers Columbia WH Visit President Donald Trump abruptly changed his tone about his Colombian counterpart, Gustavo Petro, following a friendly phone call and offered to invite the leader of the South American country to the White House. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.   Utah Shooting An investigation is ongoing after a shooting outside a Mormon church in Utah.  The latest from correspondent Marcela Sanchez.   Home Buying Helping Hand In hopes of boosting home buying, President Trump is instructing the government to buy $200 billion dollars-worth of mortgage bonds.  The details from correspondent Lisa Dwyer.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningICE Shooting In Minneapolis The nation's immigration focus moved to Minneapolis Wednesday after an ICE agent shot and killed a woman attempting to drive away after being told to get out of her car.  The shooting, caught on multiple cameras, had led to outrage and protests on the streets of Minneapolis and spread nationwide in cities throughout the country Wednesday evening.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports there are conflicting accounts of what happened, with the Minneapolis mayor and Minnesota governor urging public calm as they demand ICE agents leave immediately.   US Captures Two More Venezuelan Tankers The United States intercepted two oil tankers, one east of Iceland that had painted a Russian flag on its hull.  This means the US military has now boarded four ships carrying Venezuelan oil.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   No More Post-Gazette The media footprint in Pittsburgh will be getting smaller as the largest newspaper in the Steel City that was founded in 1786 is shutting its doors for good.   Iowa Getting Education Help On the heels of the Trump administration cutting billions in funding to five Democrat-governed states for social services and child care over concerns of fraud, one state is now being given waivers for state education funding.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   California Paying The Price The state of California is paying a hefty fine to the government for a delay in revoking thousands of commercial driver's licenses.  Lisa Dwyer has the story.   Alaska's Weather Worries Alaska is used to snow and freezing cold, but not like this.  December in Southeast Alaska was one for the record books, with historic snow and cold.   Rubio To Meet With Denmark As talk from the Trump administration about annexing Greenland continues, Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to talk with Denmark next week.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports a number of European nations are pushing back on US talk of taking over the world's largest island.   Fixing Healthcare With the clock ticking on another possible government shutdown, a bipartisan group of Senators are working to come up with a plan to bring back subsidies for the Affordable Care Act.   Available Jobs Down The latest job opening figures in the U.S. were not what some had hoped, showing the number of available jobs at the lowest level in more than a year.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.  Making Homes Affordable The White House wants to make owning a home more affordable.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Florida Plans Redistricting Another state is ramping up plans to redistrict months before the 2026 midterm elections.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports Florida is joining the redistricting battle - Audio courtesy WFSU-TV/The Florida Channel.   Ohio Deaths Remain A Mystery An investigation continues in Ohio into the murders of a dentist and his wife in their home on the day before New Year's Eve.  Correspondent Bob Brown has the latest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump's Venezuela Oil Plan President Trump announced on social media last night Venezuela will be turning over 30 to 50 million barrels of oil in the wake of the capture of their now-former president Nicholas Maduro over the weekend.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   EU & Democrats Against Trump's Greenland Plans On Tuesday, following word from the White House that President Trump is discussing options as to how the US could acquire Greenland, whether by purchasing it or using military force, the UK, France and Germany were among a number of European nations demanding the United States respect fellow NATO member Denmark and Greenland's sovereignty.  This comes as Arizona's Ruben Gallego plans to introduce a resolution in the Senate for block Trump from invading Greenland by force.  The latest from correspondent Charles de Ledesma.   Planning For A Post-War Ukraine Ukraine's European allies announced they will provide multilayered defense guarantees as part of a peace proposal with Russia, once there's a treaty in place.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the proposal also has the backing of President Trump's envoys who attended the meeting.   Teachers Suing Texas One of Texas' largest teacher unions is suing the state to block the Education Commissioner from investigating teachers accused of inappropriate remarks about conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination on social media.   Abortion Ban Removed In Wyoming Abortion is now legal in Wyoming, as well as using abortion pills, after the Republican-appointed state Supreme Court struck down the Wyoming near-total ban.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   Hilton Responds To ICE Block Hilton is removing a Minneapolis hotel from their hotel chain after one of their branded properties denied ICE agents from booking rooms.    Remembering January 6 Tuesday marked the fifth anniversary of the January 6, 2021 riot at the United States Capitol, which came after President Trump held a “Stop the Steal” rally outside the White House hours before on that fateful day.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   Situation Worsens In Iran The death toll is rising in Iran as demonstrations against the current regime intensifies.  Correspondent Jon Gambrell reports security forces have clashed with protesters leaving at least three dozen dead and scores more injured, which comes as the Islamic Republic's currency crashed against the Dollar and the nation's inflation rate is among the highest in the world.   Riveting Uvalde Testimony There was sensational testimony in a Texas court as the trial against a former police officer involved in the law response to the Uvalde school shooting.   Congressman Passes Away A Republican member of Congress has passed away suddenly, leaving the House GOP's slim majority even thinner.  Correspondent Sue Aller has details.  Subsidies Taken Away Five states, all led by Democrat governors, are losing some federal funding that subsidizes daycare and job training programs.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports at least one of those state leaders is vowing a court fight.   New Brown University Shooting Details New details are emerging into the deadly shooting at Brown University last year.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Finally   The new CBS Evening News has started off with a number of problems that even the new anchor is calling “a bit terrifying.”  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningLatest On US Attack On Venezuela  As Congress returns from its Christmas break, lawmakers are continuing to react to the US military operation over the weekend that saw Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro captured and brought to the US on drug charges.  John Stolnis has more from Washington. Walz Ends Minnesota Campaign In a surprise move that throws the Minnesota governor's race into complete disarray, Tim Walz announced he is ending his bid for another term as Minnesota's governor.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on what led Walz to end his attempt at a third term – audio courtesy of KMSP-TV Minneapolis.   Vance's Home Vandalized A man is under arrest, accused of vandalizing the Cincinnati-area home of Vice President JD Vance, and damaging a vehicle belonging to the US Secret Service.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the police response and the suspect, identified as 26-year-old William DeFoor - Audio courtesy of WLWT-TV Cincinnati.   Denmark & NATO's Greenland Concerns As the Trump administration continues to pursue desires to annex Greenland, Denmark's leader has serious concerns the US will follow through with that desire, and what that would mean for NATO.   Worldwide Demonstrations Against The US Over Venezuela Demonstrations against the United States arrest of Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro are spreading overseas, and in some cases, including violence.   Judge OK Medicaid Data For Immigraiton A federal judge has ruled that some Medicaid data can once again be shared with immigration authorities and ICE for deportation cases.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Maduro In Court As UN Discusses US Assault It was a busy day in New York City on Monday on two fronts regarding the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro, who faced a judge in a Manhattan Federal court for the first time pleading not guilty to drug trafficking charges, while at the United Nations, a debate grew for and against the US military action and Maduro's arrest in the UN Security Council.  Correspondent Julie Walker has the story.   Protests Over US Move On Venezuela At the White House, selected members of Congress met with President Trump and members of the administration to receive a briefing on the US action in Venezuela.  There were protests in a number of capital cities around the world against the United States.  In Caracas, correspondent Luke Garratt reports Delcy Rodríguez has been named Venezuela's interim president after Maduro's arrest, and President Trump, who has stated that the US is not at war with Venezuela, said the new interim leader must work with the United States moving forward.   Kelly Loses Rank & Pay Over Video They're cutting his rank and his retirement pay.  Correspondent Joan Jones with the story on what the Pentagon has decided to do about former astronaut and current Arizona Senator Mark Kelly after he took part in a video advising military members to ignore what he called "unlawful orders."   Uvalde Court Hearing Explosive testimony is underway in a Texas court where a jury will decide whether a police officer should be held criminally responsible in connection with one of the worst school shootings in American history.  Finally   It's highly likely you know someone who has come down with a case of the flu, as the CDC is saying that flu-like illnesses has reached the highest level recorded since 1997.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningLatest On US Attack On Venezuela More details are being learned and the world continues to talk about the United States' military operation to capture Nicholas Maduro and bring him to the U.S. to face drug charges, and what will happen next in Venezuela.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Worldwide Reaction To Maduro Arrest Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro's first court appearance is scheduled for today in New York City, and while he and his wife may have spent a couple of nights quietly held in a Brooklyn jail, it is anything BUT quiet back in Venezuela and most of South America.  More on that from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Maduro's Court Appearance Today There is a legal debate growing as to the arrest by the United States of Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on the legal questions prosecutors may face in relation to immunity for foreign leaders.   Uvalde Court Case Begins What happened during the first critical minutes inside Uvalde's Robb Elementary School will be in focus as the first criminal trial over the delayed law enforcement response to the deadly 2022 school shooting is scheduled to start today in a Texas courtroom.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   Denmark Demands Trump Leave Greenland Alone The prime minister of Denmark is demanding that President Trump and his administration stop making threats about taking over Greenland.   Judge Resigns Embattled Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan who was convicted of obstruction last month for helping an immigrant evade federal officers, has sent her resignation letter to the state's governor.    Reaction To US Capture Of Maduro Nations around the world and both here in the United States and in Venezuela there's reaction to the U.S. military attack that captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on that reaction, including from President Trump who says that for new, the US will be in charge of running Venezuela.   Airlines Impacted By Venezuelan Assault Airline flights on Saturday were canceled from Puerto Rico to Aruba and at island airports throughout the Caribbean as the United States closed off airspace for use solely by US military aircraft.    Protests For & Against Maduro After being captured, Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro and his wife were brought to New York where they were transferred to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, and they will both be in a Federal courtroom at 12 noon local time today. Correspondent Julie Walker has that part of the story.   Iranian Protests Escalate The United States is keeping a watchful eye on events in Iran, where widespread protests sparked by economic outrage have spread and led to the Iranian military trying to quell the protesters, a move that President Trump says could bring a US military response against the Iranian government.  Remembering A Delaware State Trooper Thousands of Delaware residents lined up for more than a mile over the weekend to pay tribute to State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook, who was shot and killed while working overtime at a state Division of Motor Vehicles office two days before Christmas.   Finally   There was tragedy in Arizona after a helicopter crashed in the Grand Canyon.    Police in Columbus, Ohio seem to be no closer to figuring out who killed a dentist and his wife last week.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning    President Trump Interviewed by WSJ  President Trump sat down with the Wall Street Journal to discuss his health, with rumors online debating just how healthy the President is. John Stolnis has more from Washington.    Mamdani Holds Public Ceremony  New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani held a public swearing in ceremony on Thursday after being officially sworn in a private ceremony minutes after the ball drop in Times Square. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on what the new mayor had to say in his inaugural address.      Deadly Fire at Swiss New Year's Party  At least 40 people are dead after a fire in a Swiss ski resort bar. The President of Switzerland says it one of the country's worst disasters.  U.S. Continues Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports the U.S. military has launched more strikes against alleged drugs boats.    Putin and Zelensky Give Dueling New Year's Messages  Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelensky both issued new year's messages. However, their messages had very different focal points.     Protests in Iran Turn Deadly  Multiple people have died in protests around Iran. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports the protesters are upset over the economic conditions in the country.    NCAA Clarifies Rules for Recruiting  The NCAA is clarifying whether players who have previously signed professional contracts can be eligible to play at the college level. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.    New Items Enter Public Domain  A new year means a new batch of things enter into the public domain. For 2026 this includes characters like Betty Bop and Blondie.     More Artists Cancel Trump-Kennedy Center Appearances  Artists continue to cancel appearances at the Kennedy Center. Correspondent Ben Thomas explains why.    Health Insurance Subsidies Expire  The health insurance subsidies that were at the center of the debate during the government shutdown have now expired with lawmakers on Capitol Hill failing to find a replacement. Correspondent Ed Donahue details what that will mean for the health insurance premiums for millions of Americans.    President Trump Delays Some Tariffs  President Trump has signed an order delaying some tariffs for at least a year. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports that some of the goods impacted include kitchen cabinets and vanities.      DOJ Continues to Process Epstein Files  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports that attorneys at the Department of Justice continue to pour over millions of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.    CA Delays Revoking Immigrant Licenses  Correspondent Donna Warder reports that California is holding off on revoking the commercial driver's licenses of thousands of immigrants.    Ukraine War Continues  Russia is again accusing Ukraine of launching a deadly drone strike. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports the strike comes as tensions continue to escalate amid peace talks.    Scientists Find Way to Extend Rechargeable Battery Life  Scientists have discovered a solution to the rechargeable battery problems of short lifespans and potential fire hazards, leading to safter, longer life batteries coming soon.  The new old tech guy Chuck Palm has that story  Finally  A smaller film looking at the challenges of growing up opens this weekend. Correspondent Kevin Carr has more.       MTV's music channels are no more. The company made the decision to end the 24/7 music channels that had been broadcasting music non-stop since their inception.    America in the Morning from Westwood One   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning    The World Welcomes the New Year  Another year is in the book as thousands of people around the world gathered to celebrate the new year, including the thousands of celebrants who flocked to Times Square in New York City to watch the ball drop.    Trump Issues First Vetoes  President Trump has issued the first two vetoes of his second term. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer has details.      Venezuelan Oil Tanker Avoids U.S.  A Venezuelan oil tanker being pursued by the U.S. appears to have painted a Russian flag on its side, signaling its claiming Russian protection.     National Forecast  The New Year begins as the previous one ended with a storm system bringing showers to the West Coast states. Meteorologist Matt Rinde has your national forecast.    Congress Releases Jack Smith Testimony  Congress has released the full transcript of the closed-door testimony of former special counsel Jack Smith.    Trump Admin Says It Won't Detain Kilmar Abrego-Garcia  A federal judge has expressed concerns around immigration officials plans for Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.      Business News  Wall Street is quiet this morning as the markets are closed for the New Year's holiday. Jessica Ettinger has your Thursday business.    Search Resumes for Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370  The search has resumed for Malaysian Airlines flight MH370. Correspondent Donna Warder reports the company involved in the search has agreed to an all-or-nothing plan.     Iranian Government Appoints New Finance Chief  The Iranian government has appointed a new finance chief. Correspondent Charles De Ledesma says the move comes as protests break out over severe inflation in the country.      Remembering Richard Smallwood  Correspondent Julie Walker takes a look at the life and legacy of legendary gospel singer Richard Smallwood.      Pope Leo Delivers New Year's Message  Pope Leo delivered his last remarks of the year during a New Year's service at the Vatican. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports his final words of the year took the form of a prayer.      President Trump Announces National Guard Troops Heading Home  President Trump announces he will remove National Guard troops from several U.S. cities.       Zohran Mamdani Sworn Into Office  At the stroke of midnight, the ball drop on Times Square wasn't the only action taking place in New York City. Democratic Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani was being sworn in as the city's new mayor...in a most unusual place: an abandoned Old City Hall subway station. Joan Jones has that story      New Details Emerge About Venezuela Strike  More details are emerging about the U.S. strike on an alleged drug port in Venezuela. Correspondent Aamer Madhani reports it's not the U.S. military who is taking credit for the operation.      Granddaughter of JFK Dies  The granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy has passed away after a battle with Cancer. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports.       Body of Missing TX Teen Found  Officials in Texas have confirmed they have found the body of Camila Mendoza Olmos, and say they believe she died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.    Member of U.K. Royal Family Opens Up About Being Assaulted  A member of the Royal Family is opening about a decades old assault. Correspondent Ed Donahue has details.      Study Finds AI Helps With Creativity  New research challenges the common concern that artificial intelligence stifles human creativity. The new old tech guy, Chuck Palm, has that story.    America in the Morning from Westwood One   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningGovernment Freezes Minnesota Funding It started with a viral video, and has morphed into a multi-government agency investigation into suspected widespread fraud.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports that authorities say they are cracking down on abuse at day care centers in Minnesota, and are now freezing federal child care funding statewide, a move that Governor Tim Walz says will defund programs that help people and children.   Body Found During Missing Texas Girl Search The search for a missing Texas teenager appears to have taken an ominous and tragic turn.  Steve Futterman reports that police have found an unidentified body and a handgun in a field just blocks away from the home of Camila Mendoza Olmos, the 19-year-old missing since last week, which comes as another teenage girl in the same area around San Antonio has gone missing.   Times Square Security More than one million people will be in Times Square tonight in the heart of Manhattan to watch the ball drop and usher in 2026.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on wide-ranging security preparations ahead of the New Year's Eve celebration.   Reports CIA Targeted Venezuelan Port CNN is reporting that the Central Intelligence Agency was behind an explosion at a Venezuelan port earlier this month.    Diggs Faces Charges One of football's top star wide receivers is facing criminal charges including strangulation.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Oracle Of Omaha's Retirement He's 95 years old and he still goes into the office, and still keeps active.  Warren Buffett, also known as the Oracle of Omaha, with the simple investing mantra of “Rule 1 - Never lose money, and Rule 2, never forget rule number one,” is retiring as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.  Ed Donahue reports.     Russia's New Claim Russia is claiming without evidence that Ukraine launched an attack on one of Russian President Vladimir Putin's residences.  John Stolnis has more from Washington with Russia-Ukraine US diplomacy hanging in the balance.   Alleged Pipe Bomber's Hearing We await a ruling from a magistrate in Washington, DC about whether Brian Cole, Junior should be granted bail as he awaits trial for plating two pipe bombs in the nation's capital on January 5th, 2021, the day before the Capitol riot.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Cemetery's Monument Issue There's international backlash after a World War II U.S. military cemetery in the Netherlands close to the borders with Belgium and Germany removed two displays recognizing Black troops who helped liberate Europe from the Nazis.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on what led to the outrage where more than 8,000 American soldiers were laid to rest.   New Orleans Preparations It was one year ago that a Muslim man rammed his pickup truck through a crowd in the historic French Quarter of New Orleans during the end of New Year's Eve festivities, leaving 14 people dead and dozens injured.  This year, as the city also prepares to host College Football's Sugar Bowl and prepares for Mardi Gras, there will be added security in the Big Easy.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.  In The Hero's Own Words In Sydney, Australia, the hero who tackled a gunman during a mass shooting at a Chanukah celebration spoke exclusively to CBS News about that tragic day at Bondi Beach.  Bob Brown has the story – audio courtesy of CBS News.   Finally   It's been a whirlwind couple of weeks at the Trump-Kennedy Center, with the name at the center of the ire of performers.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump Talks Gaza & Iran With Netanyahu One day after hosting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Mar-a-Lago, President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for talks on the next phase of the Middle East peace plan currently in place.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Latest On Russia & Ukraine Russia is threatening to toughen its stance on Ukraine after Vladimir Putin claimed one of his residences outside of Moscow was attacked by drones, an allegation that Kyiv denies.  Lisa Dwyer reports on possible security guarantees for Ukraine that Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with President Trump, who insists that Putin wants the war to end, and says the Russian government will help Ukraine, saying the Kremlin wants the best for Kyiv.   US Strikes Venezuelan Port On a day when the US struck another boat allegedly carrying drugs in the Pacific, President Trump announced a military strike by U.S. forces at a Venezuelan port.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Trump's China Reaction President Trump is reacting to recent Chinese live-fire military exercises around Taiwan.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Second Pilot Dies In NJ Copter Collision A second pilot has died after two helicopters on Sunday collided midair over Southern New Jersey.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   Trump Threatens Fed Chair Lawsuit President Trump on Monday said he might sue Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for what the president called “gross incompetence.”   Investigating Alleged Minnesota Fraud The FBI has deployed additional investigative resources to Minnesota to dismantle what members of the Trump administration are calling "large-scale fraud schemes exploiting federal programs."  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Bracing For The Storm A powerful winter storm is on the move from the Midwest to the Northeast, with some areas getting blizzard conditions, while others states will deal with ice, freezing rain, snow, and strong winds.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports airlines are getting walled in by the weather – Airport audio courtesy of WCVB-TV Boston.   $2 Billion For The UN The United States announced it will pledge $2 billion dollars for humanitarian aid to the United Nations, but it comes with strings attached.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on what is a new model of UN assistance.   Latest On Robinson Trial A Utah judge ruled that 246 words of an 80 page court transcript must be redacted, but it can be released.  Joan Jones has the latest details regarding the case against the man alleged to have killed Charlie Kirk – audio courtesy of KSL-TV Salt Lake City.  Vegas Tourism Down Sin City continues to deal with a large slump in tourism.    Finally  Music star Beyonce has joined an exclusive club that now only has five members, including her husband.  Kevin Carr reports Beyonce has joined the billionaire's club.   One of golf's greatest players is about to reach the half-century mark. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump's Meeting With Zelenskyy & Putin President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodomir Zelenskyy met at Mar-A-Lago this weekend for discussions on the White House's peace plan to end the war in Ukraine with Russia.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Severe Winter Weather A winter storm threatens to bring blizzards and ice to a large swath of the US from North Dakota to New England, hampering holiday travel at one of the busiest times of the year.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.  NJ Helicopter Crash There was tragedy in the skies of Southern New Jersey as two helicopters crashed midair on Sunday, killing one pilot and critically injuring the other.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Chinese Retaliation It appears that China is retaliating for the recent announcement of US arms shipments to Taiwan.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports that the Chinese government is imposing sanctions on 20 U.S. defense companies.    Gas Prices Falling This continues to be one of the busier travel weeks of the year, and just in time as you take to the roads, the average price of gas for the nation is at its lowest point of 2025.    They Want Their Day In Court A number of men who were part of a group of deported Venezuelan migrants sent to an El Salvador prison are demanding American justice after a Federal judge in Washington ruled against the Trump administration.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.     Search Continues For Missing Texas Teen There are stories of hope and despair in Texas as one teenager has been missing since Christmas Eve and is believed to be in 'imminent danger,' while the father of another teen girl managed to track his kidnapped daughter down.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Pelosi Speaks Out In a wide-ranging interview, she said she didn't mean to do it.  Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said she tore up President Trump's State of the Union speech "spontaneously."  More from correspondent Joan Jones.   California Cleanup California is cleaning up from a week of catastrophic weather that included four people dead from storm-related incidents, some areas between San Francisco and San Diego getting more than a foot of rain and more than 3 feet of snow falling in the mountains, dangerous Santa Ana winds gusting over 60 miles per hour, with mud and rock slides causing damage including power outages and washed out roads.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Conspiracy Theories Behind January 6 Pipe Bomber A Virginia man arrested earlier this month, suspected of being the person who planted pipe bombs outside the headquarters of the Democratic and Republican National Committees on January 6, 2021, repeatedly cited conspiracy theories about the 2020 election when he was taken into custody.  Anger Over Somaliland Recognition As Benjamin Netanyahu meets with President Trump today, the African Union and some European nations are rejecting Israel's recognition of Somalia's breakaway region.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   Candidate Drops Out Bryce Reeves has dropped out of the U.S. Senate race in Virginia, leaving Republicans without a leading candidate to unseat three-term Democrat Senator Mark Warner.   Tech News Many people get gift cards around the holiday season, but may have difficulty deciding what to buy with them.  Chuck Palm has this story today in his new segment, the New Old Tech Guy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices