The Morning Rundown (Video)

Iran says it's reviewing the latest U.S. peace proposal as President Donald Trump shifts between patience and pressure. Plus, a legal fight over the new “anti-weaponization fund” reaches federal court. Two officers who defended the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, are trying to block payouts they argue could benefit the wrong people. And SpaceX is preparing for a Wall Street launch that could rewrite the record books. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, May 21, 2026.

President Donald Trump gets the result he wanted in Kentucky after longtime critic Rep. Thomas Massie loses his primary fight. Plus, critics are calling Trump's new IRS settlement and anti-weaponization fund a political slush fund. Now the fight over who could eventually qualify for payments. And the U.S. is preparing criminal charges against Raúl Castro over a case from 30 years ago. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

A shooting outside a San Diego mosque leaves five people dead, prompting investigators to search for answers. Authorities are now examining whether the attack was motivated by hate. Plus, President Donald Trump has put planned strikes on Iran on hold as negotiations continue behind the scenes. Who he says urged him to give diplomacy more time. And the Ebola outbreak continues to spread in Central Africa as an American doctor tests positive after treating patients in Congo. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

President Donald Trump raises the temperature with Iran again, saying time is running short. His latest warning leaves a bigger question hanging: Is another round of fighting getting closer? Plus, Ebola cases continue to climb in parts of Africa, and the World Health Organization has now issued a global health emergency declaration. And an investigation is underway into how two planes collided during an air show in Idaho, sending thick black smoke into the sky. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, May 18, 2026.

President Donald Trump leaves Beijing claiming progress on trade and Iran after two days with Xi Jinping. But details of any new deals aren't coming from either side. Plus, the Supreme Court keeps the abortion pill available by mail. The legal fight over Mifepristone is still moving, but access stays in place for now. And Cuba's power grid is buckling after the country officially runs out of oil. Blackouts and protests are spreading across Havana as the CIA director quietly visits the island for talks. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, May 15, 2026.

President Donald Trump lands in Beijing, and Taiwan quickly becomes a flashpoint. The talks with Xi have already come with a warning for the U.S. Plus, Nebraska's “blue dot” is now officially on the board. One House race in Omaha could help decide which party controls Congress next year. And the Utah mother who wrote a grief book after her husband's death is sentenced for murdering him with fentanyl. Her own children told the court they fear what happens if she ever gets out. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, May 14, 2026.

President Donald Trump heads to China for a high-stakes meeting with Xi Jinping. Trade, war and global power all move to the table at once. Plus, a possible new hantavirus case in the U.S. — not tied to the cruise. And one cruise passenger overseas is now critically ill as officials track what could still emerge. And a Senate hearing turns into a direct clash. The FBI director and a lawmaker trade accusations, then agree to take the same alcohol test. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

The Iran ceasefire hangs by a thread as President Donald Trump heads to China. His next move could shape whether talks hold or collapse. Plus, passengers from a deadly outbreak ship are now in quarantine in Nebraska and Georgia. We take you to the facility in Omaha where sixteen passengers remain under close observation. And tariff refunds are starting to hit company accounts after the court ruling. Billions are on the line, and not everyone will get paid. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

Passengers from a ship affected by a deadly hantavirus outbreak have landed in the U.S. and are heading straight into quarantine in Omaha. Straight Arrow will take you inside the medical facility where they'll be staying. Plus, President Donald Trump rejects Iran's response to end the war, calling it unacceptable. The standoff now centers on nuclear demands with no clear path forward. And a federal gas tax break is back on the table as prices climb. But even if it happens, will Americans feel the impact at the pump? These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, May 11, 2026.

Missile strikes hit the Strait of Hormuz again as the U.S. and Iran trade new attacks. President Donald Trump says the blockade is now a “wall of steel” and is demanding Tehran take the deal on the table. Plus, the cruise ship tied to a deadly hantavirus outbreak is finally heading to port, as health officials try to track down passengers who already left the vessel. And the Trump administration wants to let Americans mail handguns through the U.S. Postal Service for the first time in nearly 100 years. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, May 8, 2026.

President Donald Trump waits for Iran's answer Thursday. The White House said a deal framework is close, but one decision could determine whether this standoff cools down or escalates again. Plus, a suicide note allegedly written by Jeffrey Epstein before his death is now suddenly public years later. The newly unsealed document raises fresh questions about what investigators knew — and when. And Mount Everest climbing season is finally underway after weeks of delays. But hundreds of climbers now have to pass beneath a massive new danger. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, May 7, 2026.

A sudden shift in the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. pauses ship escorts. President Donald Trump calls it progress, even as pressure on Iran continues. Plus, primary results deliver a split signal ahead of November. Trump reshapes the GOP in Indiana while Democrats lock in key ground elsewhere. And the cruise ship hantavirus outbreak takes another turn. Passengers remain stranded, as officials now clash over where the ship can even dock. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, May 6, 2026.

Ceasefire lines blur in the Strait of Hormuz as fresh fighting erupts again. The U.S. and Iran edge closer to confrontation, with shipping and energy markets watching closely. Plus, another shooting near the National Mall puts the Secret Service back in the spotlight. And a federal judge apologizes in court to the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner attack. Now attention is on the conditions he's being held under. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

The U.S. moves to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran warns of retaliation. Plus, Spirit Airlines shuts down, stranding passengers and eliminating thousands of jobs. Now the political blame game is underway. And two U.S. service members vanish during a training exercise in Morocco. The search is underway Monday morning. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, May 4, 2026.

The Iran war has hit the 60-day mark, and Washington can't agree on whether the president needs Congress to keep it going. Plus, the DHS shutdown is over after months without full funding. But immigration enforcement money is moving on a separate track, and the next fight is already lined up. And the Texas camp at the center of last summer's deadly floods backtracks, now saying it's canceling its season. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, May 1, 2026.

A late-night standoff and a breakthrough. House Republicans push through a budget move that could unlock up to $75 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Plus, gas prices top $4 and keep climbing. The Iran standoff is tightening supply and hitting drivers where it hurts. And a selfie taken just minutes before the chaos. New filings reveal what the suspected gunman did before rushing the White House Correspondents' dinner. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 30, 2026.

King Charles addresses Congress and calls the U.S.-U.K alliance “unbreakable.” What he says about Ukraine and where he breaks with President Donald Trump. Plus, former FBI director James Comey is indicted again over a year-old social media post prosecutors call a threat. He's now answering to the charges. And NASA moves closer to Artemis III with a key orbital test, one that could make or delay the next moon mission. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

A suspect now faces an assassination charge after rushing the White House correspondents' dinner. Court filings detail how he got there and who he says he was targeting. Plus, King Charles moves from the White House to Capitol Hill on Tuesday. His address puts the war and U.S.-U.K. tensions squarely in focus. And first lady Melania Trump calls for ABC to take action against talk host Jimmy Kimmel. The comedian is now responding. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Was he trying to kill the president? The suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting appears in court Monday as investigators examine whether President Donald Trump was the intended target. Plus, U.S.-Iran talks collapse before they even begin. A meeting set for Monday is scrapped, with both sides blaming each other for the breakdown. And the royal visit moves ahead after a violent weekend in Washington, D.C. King Charles arrives Monday, with tensions between the U.S. and U.K. still unresolved over Iran. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, April 27, 2026.

President Donald Trump slows the pace on Iran, saying there's no rush to end the war — and no timeline for a deal. Plus, a U.S. soldier bets on a secret mission. Prosecutors say he used inside intel on the Maduro operation, and now faces charges. And the Epstein files face a new federal audit. A watchdog is reviewing how the Justice Department handled the release after delays, redactions, and documents pulled offline. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, April 24, 2026.

Peace talks stall as the fight over Hormuz hardens. The U.S. and Iran dig in over control of the strait, leaving negotiations on hold. Plus, a sudden U.S. Navy shakeup rattles the Pentagon. The secretary is out as a power struggle surfaces at the top. And Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) funding clears the Senate overnight, as Republicans pass it without new limits after a late-night vote. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 23, 2026.

Peace talks stall just as the ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. holds. Iran skips negotiations, and the U.S. leans on its Hormuz blockade, leaving the next move uncertain. Plus, Virginia voters approve a new congressional map, giving Democrats a major edge heading into the midterms. And a growing mystery around 11 dead or missing U.S.-linked scientists. Now, the FBI is trying to determine if any of the cases are connected. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

Vice President JD Vance heads to Pakistan, but Iran says it won't show after the U.S. seized one of its ships. The next round of peace talks is now in doubt. Plus, President Donald Trump puts faith in the spotlight. He'll read scripture in prime time Tuesday night, turning a livestream into a political moment. And a major shift at Apple. Tim Cook steps down, handing off control of one of the most powerful companies in tech. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, April 21, 2026.

President Donald Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure after a U.S. naval clash at sea. Now, Tehran is warning of retaliation as talks hang in the balance. Plus, a Louisiana father kills eight children, including seven of his own, before police shoot him. Investigators point to a domestic breakdown, but key questions remain. And a bar fight erupts into gunfire near the University of Iowa. As of Monday morning, five people are hospitalized, and police are searching for those involved. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, April 20, 2026.

A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is showing early cracks, raising questions about whether it holds. Plus, the clash between President Donald Trump and the pope turns more direct. The two are now publicly at odds over Iran, faith and nuclear weapons. And tariff refunds will soon be coming, but not for everyone. Businesses can start claiming money back, but the process is far from automatic. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, April 17, 2026.

President Donald Trump claims the war is “close to over,” but Iran says it can still choke off global oil. Threats now stretch well beyond Hormuz, putting multiple shipping lanes at risk. Plus, impeachment talk is back — and expanding. Democrats are now targeting more than just Trump as pressure builds on multiple fronts. And Ticketmaster and Live Nation take a major hit in court. A jury finds they overcharged fans, with penalties now up to a judge. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 16, 2026.

President Donald Trump has signaled that a second round of U.S.–Iran talks is coming into focus. Officials are now indicating how soon both sides could be back at the table. Plus, Rep. Eric Swalwell is out, but the story isn't slowing down. A new accuser says he drugged and sexually assaulted her, and now she's going to the police. And a dramatic return from space playing out on video. New footage shows Navy divers reaching the Artemis II crew — and bringing them safely home. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

Peace talks widen as China steps in alongside the U.S. and Iran. Both sides remain split Tuesday morning on limits to Iran's nuclear program. Plus, Rep. Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress after multiple misconduct accusations. And he's not the only lawmaker leaving office Tuesday. And Camp Mystic moves to reopen after the flood that killed 27 people last year, as families continue pressing for answers in court. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

President Donald Trump announces a blockade of ships entering or exiting the Strait of Hormuz, starting Monday morning, as peace talks with Iran fail. Oil prices are climbing past $100 a barrel again as the world watches to see what happens next.  Plus, calling him terrible on foreign policy, Trump delivers a harsh critique of Pope Leo XIV and his resistance to the war in Iran and U.S. military interventions in Venezuela.  And a California lawmaker hoping to become the next governor of California withdraws after claims of sexual assault by staffers.  These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, April 13, 2026.

The fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran continues, with peace talks set for Saturday. What President Donald Trump said about Iran's hold on the key oil passageway, the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, a soldier who survived a deadly Iranian drone attack in Kuwait at the start of the war claims the U.S. military was unprepared for the force of the blast.  And first lady Melania Trump speaks out about Jeffrey Epstein. What she calls lies and why she decided to make a public statement.    These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, April 10, 2026.

Possible complications with the U.S.-Iran ceasefire. How Israeli bombing attacks on Lebanon appear to be clouding the agreement.   Plus, Pam Bondi is no longer attorney general, and she has no plans to return to Washington to testify before Congress in the Epstein case. Will the threat of contempt compel her to change her mind?  And his wife went overboard while on a small boat in the Bahamas. The husband says high winds, rough seas and the current swept her away. But now he's under arrest, and she's still missing.   These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 9, 2026.

A two-week ceasefire is now in place between the U.S. and Iran. The focus shifts to whether it holds — and whether shipping through the Strait of Hormuz resumes. Plus, Republicans hold a key House seat in Georgia with a double-digit win. But the race now heads to another primary and likely a November rematch. And NASA releases stunning new close-up images of the moon from Artemis II's flyby. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

Iran rejects a 45-day ceasefire and holds its position as fighting continues. President Donald Trump's deadline to strike key infrastructure now moves front and center. Plus, the Artemis II crew heads back to Earth after a record-setting lunar flyby. Astronauts travel farther from Earth than any humans ever. And voters head to the polls in a Georgia runoff election with an outcome that could shift control of the House. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

President Donald Trump sets a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and warns of “hell” if it doesn't. Fighting has escalated this morning with new strikes and missile attacks as time runs out. Plus, Trump endorses Steve Hilton in California's gubernatorial race, narrowing the GOP path to the general election in the state's top-two system. And NASA's Artemis II crew enters the moon's orbit path ahead of Monday's flyby. Astronauts are set to travel farther from Earth than any humans ever. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, April 6, 2026.

The U.S. strikes three key bridges inside Iran, and President Donald Trump warns power plants could be next. Plus, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth forces out the Army's top general. A close ally steps in as the Pentagon tightens control of leadership. And Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi. But lawmakers are still pushing to compel her testimony on the Epstein files. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, April 3, 2026.

President Donald Trump says the war in Iran will continue until objectives are met. As of Thursday morning, there is no timeline and no clear off-ramp. Plus, nearly three dozen countries scramble to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after Iran disrupts a key oil route. The U.S. steps back, forcing allies to figure it out. And Artemis II blasts off and heads toward the moon. The first real test is now underway, with astronauts already in deep space. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, April 2, 2026.

Ahead of a prime-time address Wednesday night, President Donald Trump says the U.S. could end its offensive in Iran within weeks, even as forces surge into the region. Plus, the Supreme Court takes up birthright citizenship as Trump says he may attend. He would be the first sitting president ever to appear at oral arguments. And NASA targets a crewed moon launch tonight for the first time in more than 50 years. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

The U.S. hits a key nuclear site in Iran with a bunker buster strike, targeting a facility tied to enriched uranium. Plus, lawmakers leave Washington with no deal as the DHS shutdown drags on, putting pressure on airport operations and security funding. And Army helicopters fly low and hover outside Kid Rock's Nashville home in a training run caught on video. The footage triggers a military review into whether flight rules were followed. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

The U.S. weighs seizing Iran's oil and a key export island as the war enters week five. Plus, a Russian oil tanker heads to Cuba with more than 700,000 barrels of fuel, and with President Donald Trump's blessing. And Transportation Security Administration workers are expected to start getting paid again this week. The question now is whether enough return to ease long security lines at airports. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, March 30, 2026.

A Department of Homeland Security bill heads to the House after the Senate approved funding to end the partial government shutdown and pay the Transportation Security Administration. Plus, a judge says Anthropic AI is not a “supply chain risk,” temporarily blocking two Trump administration actions against the company. And President Donald Trump is breaking with tradition and will soon become the first sitting president to have his signature on paper currency. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, March 27, 2026.

President Donald Trump says Iran wants a deal, but Iran insists there are no talks. The stalemate continues Thursday morning, and the risk of escalation increases. Plus, support for the war is dropping as the U.S. ramps up military pressure. New polling shows public backing slipping. And airport lines are stretching for hours as TSA workers call out without pay. Staffing gaps are widening, and delays are getting worse, not better. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, March 26, 2026.

A 15-point U.S. plan to end the war goes to Iran. Tehran rejects talks and says Washington is only “negotiating with itself.” Plus, the U.S. prepares to deploy 82nd Airborne troops to the Middle East. Approved orders and near-term timing point to a growing ground buildup. And NASA shifts its moon strategy to build a permanent base. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

President Donald Trump says Iran wants talks to end the war. But Iran rejects that outright and says there are no negotiations. Plus, a jet barrels down the runway at LaGuardia and slams into a fire truck cleared to cross. New details show how a routine response turned into a deadly collision. And long lines stretch at airports with ICE agents now deployed during the shutdown. Overnight talks produce a new proposal that could fund TSA and most of DHS while leaving out key parts of ICE. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

A passenger jet collides with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport. Two people are dead as investigators work to determine how both ended up on the same runway. Plus, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staffing shortages stretch airport lines for hours. On Monday, the Trump administration will send U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to airports to keep travelers moving. And a U.S. deadline on Iran hits over the Strait of Hormuz. Washington is threatening strikes if the waterway isn't reopened by this evening. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, March 23, 2026.

Iran strikes a major gas facility in Qatar, and President Donald Trump warns the U.S. will respond if it happens again. Plus, oil prices move past $100 a barrel, pushing gas prices higher across the U.S. Drivers are now paying more at the pump as the global supply tightens. And senators press Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on whether Iran posed an imminent threat before U.S. strikes. But she declines to give a direct yes-or-no answer. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, March 19, 2026.

Iran fires missiles into Israel after the killing of a top security official. Strikes hit near Tel Aviv, killing civilians as Iran vows more attacks. Plus, the SAVE Act heads to a prolonged Senate fight as Republicans move it forward without the votes to pass. And a meteor streaks across the eastern sky. The explosion triggers a sonic boom strong enough to shake homes. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

Israel says it has killed two top Iranian leaders as new attacks hit U.S. targets. The conflict expands with drones targeting the U.S. embassy in Baghdad. Plus, a new report says the Trump administration is pushing Cuba to remove its president during ongoing talks. And a judge blocks RFK Jr.'s overhaul of childhood vaccine recommendations, halting the changes and freezing the advisory panel's actions. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

Iran strikes Gulf targets again. Drone and missile attacks hit the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia as Tehran denies seeking talks. Plus, President Donald Trump pushes other nations to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz as attacks on tankers squeeze global oil supply. And blizzard winds collide with wildfire conditions across the Plains. Massive fires spread in Nebraska while snow and bitter cold slam the Midwest. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, March 16, 2026.

A convicted ISIS supporter opens fire inside a college ROTC class, killing a military veteran who led the department. How cadets stopped the rampage, including one who stabbed the attacker. Plus, an explosives-filled car crashes into a synagogue in Michigan and barrels inside the building. What investigators are learning after security confronts the suspect. And explosions rock Tehran as thousands fill the streets during a major demonstration. The violence comes as four U.S. service members are confirmed killed in a refueling plane crash in Iraq. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, March 13, 2026.

Oil briefly jumps back above $100 a barrel after attacks on tankers in the Persian Gulf. Now the U.S. and its allies prepare a massive release of emergency reserves to steady markets. Plus, intelligence shows Iran had considered drone attacks on targets in California. Now the western state remains on high alert. And President Donald Trump takes his beef with Republican Rep. Thomas Massie to the lawmaker's home turf. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, March 12, 2026.

Iran claims it launched its heaviest operation of the war, firing missiles and drones across the region. Plus, Iran is accused of preparing to lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz, and the U.S. military is responding. And investigators search Jeffrey Epstein's former New Mexico ranch after newly released files renewed scrutiny of the property. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, March 11, 2026.