Podcasts about Caribbean Sea

AP correspondent Julie Walker reports on an ongoing pursuit in the Caribbean Sea involving the U.S. and a vessel the government is linking to Venezuela.

“H” is for Hurricanes. The term “hurricane” comes from the West Indian word “huracan” which means “big wind” and is used to describe severe tropical cyclones in the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea and the eastern Pacific Ocean.

Jen Psaki reviews the myriad scandals, disgraces, and bad news stories that are plaguing Donald Trump and his administration, and the familiar playbook of gaslighting, distraction, and lies that Trump is deploying with decreasing effectiveness. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear talks with Jen Psaki about the factual gap between Donald Trump's bizarre economic boasts and the reality that Americans are living with in an economy burdened and distorted by Trump's tariff policy.Even as Donald Trump tries to move on to fresher scandals, questions about the new U.S. practice of blowing up boats in the Caribbean Sea and Trump's threats to start a war with Venezuela remain pressing. Rep. Chris Deluzio discusses.And Ben Smith, editor-in-chief of Semafor, talks with Jen about Donald Trump's heavy hand in shaping a new media oligarchy with the help of his son-in-law Jared Kushner.  To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a message! Really!This week on the Get More Smarter Podcast, the State of Colorado lost a giant after State Senator Faith Winter tragically passed in a car accident, leaving a huge orange and blue void in the State Capitol and in so many of our hearts. We remember a state lawmaker who wasn't one of 100 lawmakers, she was one of one. Then, the Secretary of War Crimes is earning his new title by defending the wanton murder of random boaters in the Caribbean Sea...until people point out that that's actually a war crime. Then, Lock Her Up or FREE TINA? The President of the United States, who clearly doesn't understand or care how laws, the constitution, or our Republican form of Government works STILL has thoughts about one of his election conspiracy lackeys who was found guilty by a jury of her peers in one of the reddest counties in Colorado for hacking her own election equipment trying to prove the big lie was the truth. Then, is affordability a hoax? This $700 receipt from Costco has thoughts. Later, a Republican State Representative says the quiet part out loud, in case you were still somehow under the impression that those folks were there to try and make any laws. And finally, we check in with our 8th favorite member of Congress from Colorado to see how the various obvious and falsifiable lies he's been telling all year are working out for him. That's it for this episode! If you loved watching and/or listening to it as much as we loved recording it, you can thank us by subscribing to the pod wherever you listen, following us over on New Old Twitter AKA Bluesky, subscribing to our shiny new channel on YouTube, smashing that subscribe button on our Substack, and sharing this episode with your friends, your enemies, and your 8th favorite Member of Congress from Colorado! THANK YOU so much for listening, and we'll see you next time!

On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast the birthday boy Omar Moore on the US Supreme Court on the verge of eviscerating congressional power for Donald Trump; farmers who keep voting for Trump and keep getting screwed over by him; and much more, including Pete Hegseth and what appears to inescapably be the outright murder by him of fishermen in the Caribbean Sea.Recorded December 9, 2025.SUBSCRIBE: https://mooreo.substack.comSUBSCRIBE: https://youtube.com/@thepoliticratpodSUBSCRIBE: https://politicrat.substack.comRECOMMENDED READ:"Federal freeze impacts: Farmers and organizations speak out" (National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition, Feb 28, 2025) :https://sustainableagriculture.net/blog/funding-freeze-impacts-farmers-and-organizations-speak-out/BUY MERCH FROM THE POLITICRAT STORE: https://the-politicrat.myshopify.comMUST-READ: "Some Ways To Improve Your Mental Health..." (Written on August 24, 2025) : https://open.substack.com/pub/mooreo/p/here-are-some-of-the-ways-you-can?r=275tyr&utm_medium=iosBUY BLACK!Patronize Black-owned businesses on Roland Martin's Black Star Network: https://shopblackstarnetwork.comBLACK-OWNED MEDIA MATTERS: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin

Venezuela dominates the headlines, but very little attention is paid to what life is like inside the country.In September, the Trump administration began a series of strikes targeting what U.S. officials call "narcoterrorists" in small vessels in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean. Those strikes are ongoing and have killed more than 80 people. Then, in October, Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.She's been in hiding since last year, when Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in an election widely seen as fraudulent.Machado is expected to receive her award on Wednesday, in Oslo. And if she does, she might not be let back into her country. Machado, who supports the Trump administration's campaign in the region, says the end of the Maduro regime is imminent.While the world is focused on Oslo and María Corina Machado's Nobel Peace Prize. We wanted to get the view from inside her country. We speak with a journalist in Venezuela about what daily life is like. For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Karen Zamora & Matt Ozug with audio engineering by Ted Mebane. It was edited by Courtney Dorning. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

A deadly hit on narco-terrorists… explosive media accusations… and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth fighting back against what he calls the “fog of war” and the lies fueling America's fake news machine.Three months after a lethal kinetic strike in the Caribbean Sea, The Washington Post claims the U.S. military committed a war crime — citing anonymous sources and a supposed “kill everybody” directive. But even The New York Times is now debunking these allegations.In this segment, Wendy Bell brings together Gene Valentino (GrassRoots TruthCast), Wendy Patrick, and Ike Wingate to break down:

WABC Meteorologist Dani Beckstrom with the forecast, wintry weather is ahead for millions of Americans in addition to another round of brutal cold temperatures; Reena Roy reports on the latest developments with the Luigi Mangione trial, prosecutors releasing new photo evidence ; and Selina Wang on capitol hill, the growing pressure on Secretary Pete Hegseth to release the full video of a September 2nd strike on a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean Sea; and more on tonight's broadcast of World News Tonight with David Muir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jen Psaki looks at the myriad ways Donald Trump and members of his administration are indulging reckless, juvenile ideas with no one pushing back to force a re-thinking. Miles Taylor, former chief of staff at the Department of Homeland Security during Donald Trump's first term, joins to share his experience of why it's so bad that there are no grown-ups in the White House in Trump's second term.Rep. Adelita Grijalva talks with Jen Psaki about being confronted with aggression from border agents when she tried to get answers about an ICE raid taking place on a beloved local restaurant in her district, despite identifying herself to them as a member of Congress.Also Jeh Johnson, former top lawyer at the Pentagon discusses the U.S. blowing up boats and killing people in the Caribbean Sea.And Michael Feinberg, former FBI field ops section chief talks about the terrible job Kash Patel is doing as director of the FBI. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Donald Trump has in recent months turned his attention to ousting Venezuela's leader, Nicolás Maduro. But the US president and his secretary of war, Pete Hegseth, are under scrutiny over military strikes on suspected drug boats from Venezuela in the Caribbean Sea. This week, Jonathan Freedland speaks to the Guardian's Tom Phillips about why people are accusing Trump of war crimes

Martha Raddatz has new details on the closed door briefing from Adm. Mitch Bradley to lawmakers on the Sept. 2 strikes on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea that killed both survivors; after a nearly five-year investigation, Pierre Thomas reports on the arrest in connection with the pipe bombs planted outside DNC and RNC headquarters before the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol; David Muir looks back on the life and legacy of Steve Cropper, a guitarist, songwriter and producer who helped shape the sound of Memphis soul music; and more on tonight's broadcast of World News Tonight with David Muir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh Hammer explains why yesterday's closed-door hearing on Capitol Hill confirms that the corporate media lied about Secretary of War Hegseth issuing a "kill order" on a narco-terrorist boat in the Caribbean Sea in early September. He didn't, as yesterday's testifying Navy admiral confirmed. In reality, the administration is simply acting to defend the American homeland and the American people—much as it is also doing when it comes to its immigration enforcement operations. Josh also breaks down the week's major legal updates—namely, the long-overdue arrest of the infamous D.C. pipe bomber and the huge Supreme Court victory for the State of Texas and House Republicans on the question of the Lone Star State's controversial newly redrawn congressional map. Josh also zooms out and explains what the GOP must do to forestall carnage at the ballot box come 2026—and perhaps 2028 as well. He ends, as always on Fridays, with our "Hammertime" segment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump has in recent months turned his attention to ousting Venezuela's leader, Nicolás Maduro. But the US president and his secretary of war, Pete Hegseth, are under scrutiny over military strikes on suspected drug boats from Venezuela in the Caribbean Sea. This week, Jonathan Freedland speaks to the Guardian's Tom Phillips about why people are accusing Trump of war crimes

On Friday's Washington Times Front Page: The leader of U.S. Special Operations Command told lawmakers no one issued a "kill them all" order on a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean Sea in September, the Supreme Court will allow Texas to use its new, Republican-friendly congressional map for the 2026 midterm elections, and more.

Today's Update Journal is all about wishlists — the ones the city makes, and the ones parents secretly sabotage. On one hand, we've got MTA chief Janno Lieber rolling out his 2026 transit wishlist like a kid circling every single toy in the December catalog: more service, better reliability, maybe a miracle or two if the budget elves cooperate. It's ambitious. It's hopeful. It's… probably going to run into reality by spring. And on the other hand, today's Honorable Mention reveals that parents are now hiding gifts inside decoy gifts to keep Christmas morning magical. These folks are running an undercover operation that makes NYPD Intel look amateur. You've got parents stashing Nintendo Switches inside cereal boxes, Barbie dolls in vacuum cleaner packaging, and one parent probably putting an iPad inside a pack of socks just to keep the element of surprise alive. Transit dreams. Christmas schemes. Only in New York could those two things make perfect sense in the same show.In the headlines on #TheUpdate this Thursday, the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, an icon of New York City's holiday season, was lit up in midtown Manhattan as crowds of people wearing Santa hats and Christmas light necklaces cheered.A man who wore a clown mask and brandished a chain saw during a frightful episode in an upstate New York neighborhood was convicted of two felony charges.And in Washington, the Pentagon knew there were survivors after a September attack on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea and the U.S. military still carried out a follow-up strike, according to two people familiar with the matter.

The US is ramping up military threats and rhetoric against Venezuela. With 15,000 US troops deployed in the Caribbean Sea, strikes on alleged drug boats, and more than 80 alleged traffickers killed, the escalating military presence in the region has Venezuelans on edge. What's really driving these two countries closer to war? In this episode: Alejandro Velasco (@AleVelascoNYU), Associate Professor of Latin Studies, New York University Episode credits: This episode was produced by Melanie Marich, Haleema Shah, Tracie Hunte, and Diana Ferrero with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Chloe K. Li, Fatima Shafiq, Farhan Rafid, Tamara Khandaker, and our guest host, Manuel Rapalo. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. This episode was mixed by Rick Rush. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

A 30 year-old man from Woodbridge, Virginia is arrested and charged in the FBI's investigation of pipe bombs placed outside the Republican and Democratic party headquarters on the eve of the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol; A Navy admiral tells lawmakers Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth did not issue a "kill them all" order against a suspected drug-carrying boat in the Caribbean Sea near Venezuela in September, but Rep. Jim Himes (D-CT), Intelligence Committee ranking member, says the video he saw of a second strike against survivors is "deeply, deeply troubling"; President Donald Trump hosts a peace signing ceremony in Washington with the presidents of Rwanda and Democratic Republic of the Congo, where he also promotes mineral exploration in those countries; Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) says Democrats will put up for a vote next week a clean 3 year extension of expiring Obamacare health insurance enhanced premium subsidies; bipartisan group of House Members release their own health care reform plan; Senate votes to overturn the Biden Administration's limits on oil & gas drilling in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge; Muhammad Ali's widow, Lonnie Ali, testifies at a Congressional hearing on reforming the sport of boxing; President Trump & First Lady Melania Trump attend the National Christmas Tree Lighting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suddenly, on many fronts at once, President Trump and his allies are demonstrating how central sheer sadism is to his agenda—and to how MAGA conducts politics. Trump just unleashed a hateful rant to the media about Somali immigrants to set the stage for a coming campaign to arrest them en masse. Meanwhile, MAGA excitement over the Caribbean Sea bombings is spiking: Pete Hegseth tweeted out a deeply sadistic cartoon celebrating these extrajudicial killings. A prominent MAGA personality just declared her desire to see bombing victims “bleed out.” And MAGA figures are raging at reporters who broke the story of the follow-up strike killing two men in the water. We talked to Paul Waldman, who has a good piece on his Cross Section Substack about all of this. We discuss the centrality of hate and bloodlust to Trump-MAGA politics, how the administration's social media strategy utilizes sadistic imagery, and why the public backlash to all these depravities is heartening.  Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suddenly, on many fronts at once, President Trump and his allies are demonstrating how central sheer sadism is to his agenda—and to how MAGA conducts politics. Trump just unleashed a hateful rant to the media about Somali immigrants to set the stage for a coming campaign to arrest them en masse. Meanwhile, MAGA excitement over the Caribbean Sea bombings is spiking: Pete Hegseth tweeted out a deeply sadistic cartoon celebrating these extrajudicial killings. A prominent MAGA personality just declared her desire to see bombing victims “bleed out.” And MAGA figures are raging at reporters who broke the story of the follow-up strike killing two men in the water. We talked to Paul Waldman, who has a good piece on his Cross Section Substack about all of this. We discuss the centrality of hate and bloodlust to Trump-MAGA politics, how the administration's social media strategy utilizes sadistic imagery, and why the public backlash to all these depravities is heartening. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suddenly, on many fronts at once, President Trump and his allies are demonstrating how central sheer sadism is to his agenda—and to how MAGA conducts politics. Trump just unleashed a hateful rant to the media about Somali immigrants to set the stage for a coming campaign to arrest them en masse. Meanwhile, MAGA excitement over the Caribbean Sea bombings is spiking: Pete Hegseth tweeted out a deeply sadistic cartoon celebrating these extrajudicial killings. A prominent MAGA personality just declared her desire to see bombing victims “bleed out.” And MAGA figures are raging at reporters who broke the story of the follow-up strike killing two men in the water. We talked to Paul Waldman, who has a good piece on his Cross Section Substack about all of this. We discuss the centrality of hate and bloodlust to Trump-MAGA politics, how the administration's social media strategy utilizes sadistic imagery, and why the public backlash to all these depravities is heartening.  Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a major military operation that began in September, the US administration continues to put pressure on Venezuela with navy warships massing in the Caribbean Sea.US president Donald Trump claims the air strikes on boats in the region are not acts of aggression but enforcement operations to prevent alleged drug trafficking.To date it is estimated that 83 people have been killed but it has not been made clear by the administration the intelligence that led up the attacks proving the boats were indeed carrying drugs.So is this a “war on drugs” or is it part of a broader plan to oust Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro?And with Trump now saying the country's air space should be shut down, is a ground offensive on the horizon?I speak to professor of Latin American history and migration studies at Vassar College, Daniel Mendiola.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by John Casey and Andrew McNair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Afternoon Rush Hour Podcast — Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni, Trump's Caribbean Chaos, and a Major Justice for Clayton Update Sponsored by Masterclass. Masterclass.com/RushHour for up to 50% off! & Sponsored by Cash App https://click.cash.app/ui6m/o7zx0it6 Download Cash App Today:  #CashAppPod  Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. This afternoon on The Rush Hour Podcast, we break down the escalating feud between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni — a Hollywood disagreement that turned unexpectedly dark as new accusations and behind-the-scenes fallout spill into the public eye. We also cover the latest on Donald Trump's reportedly illegal efforts to strike ships in the Caribbean Sea, a brewing scandal that's raising alarms across Washington. Plus, a major Justice for Clayton development: Laura Owen's new criminal trial has officially been moved to July 29th, 2026, setting the stage for a dramatic summer showdown. All that and more, Rush Hour style — politics, pop culture, and accountability, delivered fast. Tags: politics, entertainment, Trump, Caribbean Sea, Justice for Clayton, Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, legal news, breaking updates

President Donald Trump holds a Cabinet meeting at the White House, where Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he did not see any survivors in the water when a second strike was ordered and launched on a boat alleging carrying illegal drugs in the Caribbean Sea in September, and President Trump says he does not want Somali immigrants in the United States because they add little to the country, rely on government safety net benefits and complain too much. He calls Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) 'garbage'. Supreme Court hears a case contending faith-based antiabortion pregnancy centers in New Jersey deceived clients and donors by suggesting they offered abortion referrals; Senate leaders discuss plans to vote before Affordable Care Act health insurance enhanced premium tax credits expire; Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell donate over $6-and-a-quarter billion to put $250 in the individual investment accounts for 25 million children, an extension of the Trump Accounts created under the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill signed into law earlier this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump held the last cabinet meeting of the year today. He honored the life and service of Sarah Beckstrom who lost her life in the National Guard attack before Thanksgiving. Secretary of the Department of War, Pete Hegseth spoke about Operation Southern Spear and the efforts to defeat narco terrorists. Drugs coming in by sea are down by 91% as decisions are being made to strike down drug smugglers in the Caribbean Sea. The Washington Post created a media frenzy when it fabricated a story about a drug boat strike. Highly Decorated 4 Star Admiral Bradley sent a second strike on a drug boat after the first strike was inefficient. The decision to strike the boat again was based on the cargo in the boat being retrieved by the cartels and resent to America, not the survivors of the strike. Tim Parlatore is a legal expert and a reserve Navy JAG Commander. He is here today to discuss how these operations are formulated through an extensive legal process combined with intelligence gathering. The decision to strike a boat is well-formulated and Admiral Bradley acted within the rules of engagement. Featuring: Tim Parlatore Managing Partner | Parlatore Law Group Navy Reserve JAG Commander https://parlatorelawgroup.com/ Today's show is sponsored by: Firecracker Farms Everything's better with HOT SALT. Firecracker Farms hot salt is hand crafted on their family farm with Carolina Reaper, Ghost and Trinidad Scorpion peppers. This is a balanced, deep flavor pairs perfect with your favorite foods. Whether it's eggs, steaks, veggies or even your favorite beverage, Firecracker Farms hot salt is what you've been missing. Just head to https://firecracker.farm/ use code word: SEAN for a discount. Unlock the flavor in your food now! Beam's CYBER SALE  Are you tossing and turning at night and running on fumes during the day? If so, then you are missing out on the most important part of your wellness, sleep. If you want to wake up refreshed, inspired and ready to take on the day then you have to try Beam's Dream powder. This best-selling blend of Reishi, Magnesium, L-Theanine, Apigenin and Melatonin will help you fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up refreshed.Right now, during Beam's Cyber Sale, you can get Beam's Dream powder for 50% OFF just head to https://shopbeam.com/SPICER to receive 50% off your order. Vandy Crisps Vandy Crisps is stepping up the chip game with a chip made from just three ingredients: heirloom potatoes, sea salt, and 100 percent grass-fed beef tallow—no seed oils. That tallow's loaded with nutrients for your skin, brain, and hormones, and it makes these chips taste incredible. You'll feel satisfied, energized, no bloat or crash like with regular chips. Just goto ⁠vandycrisps.com/SEAN⁠ use code: SEAN and get 25% OFF your first order! ------------------------------------------------------------- 1️⃣ Subscribe and ring the bell for new videos: https://youtube.com/seanmspicer?sub_confirmation=1 2️⃣ Become a part of The Sean Spicer Show community: https://www.seanspicer.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Northwestern University agreeing to pay $75 million to the Trump administration to restore frozen funding, and the controversy surrounding a Sept. 2 attack on a boat in the Caribbean Sea. And don’t forget! You can still get tickets to Eric’s wonderful Christmas event, “Songs […]

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Northwestern University agreeing to pay $75 million to the Trump administration to restore frozen funding, and the controversy surrounding a Sept. 2 attack on a boat in the Caribbean Sea. And don’t forget! You can still get tickets to Eric’s wonderful Christmas event, “Songs […]

Giving Tuesday – Central Valley Honor Flight cvhonorflight.org Pete Hegseth – The White House confirmed and defended conducting a second strike against alleged drug smugglers in the Caribbean in September, amid the Trump administration’s crusade targeting the influx of drugs into the U.S. The White House said Monday that a Navy admiral acted “within his authority and the law” when he ordered a second, follow-up strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea in a September U.S. military operation that has come under bipartisan scrutiny.ts follow-up strike on alleged drug boat was lawful | AP News The U.S. military's early September strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat — the first salvo in a months-long string of attacks — has drawn new scrutiny in recent days, as the White House confirmed that the vessel was struck twice. The confirmation followed a Washington Post report that the first boat was struck a second time, killing a pair of survivors Publisher condemns 'violent' use of Fran The publisher of Franklin the Turtle released a statement Monday condemning the "violent" use of the children’s book character after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth posted an image with the title “Franklin Targets Narco Terrorists.” “Franklin the Turtle is a beloved Canadian icon who has inspired generations of children and stands for kindness, empathy, and inclusivity,” the publishing house Kids Can Press wrote in a statement on X. “We strongly condemn any denigrating, violent, or unauthorized use of Franklin’s name or image, which directly contradicts these values,” the statement read. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Column: A Republican California governor? It's possible, but a long shot - Los Angeles Times Maybe we’ve all been wrong — we political junkies. Because it is possible, after all, for a Republican to be elected California governor next year. Hegseth responds to report that boat survivors were killed as a result of his orders to military - ABC News Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth responded to a report that he ordered the military to kill all passengers aboard a boat suspected of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea in September. According to The Washington Post, the Sept. 2 boat strike initially left two survivors clinging to the boat. The Post alleges Adm. Mitch Bradley, head of Special Operations Command, then ordered a second strike in order to comply with Hegseth's orders and to ensure the survivors couldn't call on other traffickers to retrieve them and their cargo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Northwestern University agreeing to pay $75 million to the Trump administration to restore frozen funding, and the controversy surrounding a Sept. 2 attack on a boat in the Caribbean Sea. And don’t forget! You can still get tickets to Eric’s wonderful Christmas event, “Songs […]

Column: A Republican California governor? It's possible, but a long shot - Los Angeles Times Maybe we’ve all been wrong — we political junkies. Because it is possible, after all, for a Republican to be elected California governor next year. Hegseth responds to report that boat survivors were killed as a result of his orders to military - ABC News Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth responded to a report that he ordered the military to kill all passengers aboard a boat suspected of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea in September. According to The Washington Post, the Sept. 2 boat strike initially left two survivors clinging to the boat. The Post alleges Adm. Mitch Bradley, head of Special Operations Command, then ordered a second strike in order to comply with Hegseth's orders and to ensure the survivors couldn't call on other traffickers to retrieve them and their cargo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giving Tuesday – Central Valley Honor Flight cvhonorflight.org Pete Hegseth – The White House confirmed and defended conducting a second strike against alleged drug smugglers in the Caribbean in September, amid the Trump administration’s crusade targeting the influx of drugs into the U.S. The White House said Monday that a Navy admiral acted “within his authority and the law” when he ordered a second, follow-up strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea in a September U.S. military operation that has come under bipartisan scrutiny.ts follow-up strike on alleged drug boat was lawful | AP News The U.S. military's early September strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat — the first salvo in a months-long string of attacks — has drawn new scrutiny in recent days, as the White House confirmed that the vessel was struck twice. The confirmation followed a Washington Post report that the first boat was struck a second time, killing a pair of survivors Publisher condemns 'violent' use of Fran The publisher of Franklin the Turtle released a statement Monday condemning the "violent" use of the children’s book character after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth posted an image with the title “Franklin Targets Narco Terrorists.” “Franklin the Turtle is a beloved Canadian icon who has inspired generations of children and stands for kindness, empathy, and inclusivity,” the publishing house Kids Can Press wrote in a statement on X. “We strongly condemn any denigrating, violent, or unauthorized use of Franklin’s name or image, which directly contradicts these values,” the statement read. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US Secretary of Defence is facing scrutiny for potentially having committed a war crime. Pete Hegseth is facing scrutiny over a strike he ordered on a boat in the Caribbean Sea suspected of smuggling drugs. The Washington Post reported last week that Hegseth authorised a highly unusual second strike to kill all survivors on the boat – reports Hegseth has denied. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that Hegseth has previously railed against the Geneva Convention and the legal rules of engagement. In his book, Arnold says, Hegseth shares an anecdote in which he tells the soldiers in his platoon to ignore such legal advice. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rush Hour Podcast — Morning Episode, December 1st, 2025 Sponsored by Masterclass. Masterclass.com/RushHour for up to 50% off! & Sponsored by Cash App https://click.cash.app/ui6m/o7zx0it6 Download Cash App Today:  #CashAppPod  Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Kick off your week with a packed Monday morning edition of the Rush Hour Podcast. We're diving straight into the latest from the Justin Baldoni vs. Blake Lively showdown as the Hollywood drama only intensifies after the holiday break. We recap all the Thanksgiving weekend happenings — the viral moments, political dust-ups, and the stories everyone's still arguing about at the dinner table. Plus, Pete Hegseth is under major fire as new reports surface about his alleged illegal missions in the Caribbean Sea. We break down the accusations, the response from Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and the growing debate over whether Hegseth's actions amount to war crimes. And in a developing update on the Justice for Clayton movement, Ron Owens speaks out with new insight into the police raid on his daughter's home — raising even more questions about the investigation and who's being protected. All that and more — politics, pop culture, accountability, truth, entertainment, comedy, news.

A barrage of Thanksgiving Trump Truths underscores the President's seriousness about protecting Americans from drug runners, illegal alien grifters and terrorists. Trump gives Nicolas Maduro a chance to flee Venezuela as a Navy arsenal sets up shop in the Caribbean Sea. Tom Homan says deporting every single person from a third world country is the plan, and the Trump administration is moving full steam ahead. Trump calls all of Joe Biden's autopen pardons null and void as the deep state scrambles for a new narrative to deflect from their own malfeasance. 

As tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela continue to intensify, some U.S. lawmakers are concerned at least one of President Trump's boat strikes in the Caribbean Sea may have been a war crime.Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

US Lawmakers vow to scrutinize the Trump Administration's military action in the Caribbean Sea, and whether Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued an order to "kill everyone" on a small vessel in September. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says maintaining his country's sovereignty is key, as US officials travel to Russia to continue peace talks. Search continues for the suspect or suspects in a shooting in Stockton, California that left 4 people dead, including 3 children. At least 604 people have been killed by flooding and landslides in Indonesia. Advocates say the fight against HIV/AIDS has changed since the first World AIDS day in 1988. WestJet and Air Transat passengers fight back after airlines falsely claim they can't film disputes.

The dire new warning from a group of retired federal judges who normally take great pains to stay out of politics; Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA) discusses his committee's new inquiry into reports of potential war crimes committed by members of the U.S. government during the deadly operation against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean Sea; the major change quietly made at the CDC, and what it means that the Trump administration's anti-vaccine agenda is shifting into high gear To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today on America in the MorningGuardsmen Dies Following DC Shooting President Trump says the nation is outraged after the shooting of two National Guard troops patrolling Washington, DC, a mere 500 yards from the White House, and that one of them has passed away.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Thanksgiving Across America From New York's Macy's Parade, to Los Angeles, across the nation America celebrated Thanksgiving Day.  Refugee Status Scrutiny Following the shooting of the two West Virginia National Guard members in Washington, DC on Wednesday, the Trump administration is planning to review all refugees admitted by the Biden administration during his four years in office, with an emphasis on the tens of thousands of Afghan nationals who entered the United States when the US departed Afghanistan.  Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.   X's New Feature There's a new feature on X, formerly known as Twitter, and it's leading to some controversy.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Park Prices Rising You'll have to dig deeper to pay for National Parks entrance fees, especially if you're not a US citizen.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.   NC Maps Approved North Carolina can use a redrawn congressional map during the 2026 midterm elections.  A 3-judge panel sided with the state's Republican leaders.     More Learned About The DC Shooter New details are emerging about the alleged shooter of two West Virginia National Guard soldiers just 500 yards from the White House.  US-Dominican Republic Military Deal With the United States ratcheting up a military presence in the Caribbean Sea to combat narcotics smuggling, the US has made an agreement with the Dominican Republic, allowing the American military to operate within their nation in the fight against drug trafficking.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Cannabis Concerns It has been estimated that nearly 18 million Americans use marijuana daily, that's more than people who consume alcohol on a daily or near-daily basis.  Now, a new report finds that as the laws have changed regarding cannabis use, some people are now dealing with what's being called “Cannabis Use Disorder.”  Correspondent Mingson Lau (pronounced low) has the story.   US-Russia-Ukraine Talks Continue Russian President Vladimir Putin said a U.S. delegation is expected to arrive in Moscow in the first half of next week to discuss the latest American proposal to end the Kremlin's war in Ukraine.   Remembering Fuzzy Zoeller Two-time major golf champion Fuzzy Zoeller has died.  He was 74. Correspondent Joan Jones takes a look at his storied and at times controversial career.   Tech News On our Thanksgiving show, we highlighted the best Black Friday tech deals, and now our tech correspondent Chuck Palm has put together another Top 5 Tech deals, this time for Cyber Monday, on today's tech report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Correspondent Alex Presha reports on the millions of Americans trying to beat the holiday travel rush this Thanksgiving; Senior White House Correspondent Selina Wang has the latest on the rising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela amid a massive show of force by the Trump administration in the Caribbean Sea; Chief Foreign Correspondent Ian Pannell reports on the growing concerns over Trump's proposed peace plan to end the Russia-Ukraine War; and more on ABC World News Tonight with David Muir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump says he won't “rule out” sending troops to Venezuela, and over the weekend, the world's largest aircraft carrier arrived in the Caribbean Sea. We discuss why the United States has amassed such a large military presence in the region, and what reasons the Trump administration might have for targeting Venezuela specifically.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and Pentagon correspondent Tom Bowman.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

This week, President Donald Trump told reporters that he would be willing to hold talks with Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro. His statements came as the Navy's largest aircraft carrier arrived in the Caribbean Sea. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has conducted weeks of attacks on alleged drug boats off the coast of the South American country. But these drug trafficking allegations might just be a distraction from the real focus of Trump's Venezuela ire. Over the weekend, Politico published a piece alleging that White House officials have begun planning for a “post-Maduro” Venezuela, including different options for countries to exile him to. To talk more about Venezuela, regime change, and the perils of war in South America, we spoke with Juan Sebastian Gonzalez, former National Security Council Senior Director for the Western Hemisphere under President Joe Biden.And in headlines, President Trump is meeting with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince at the White House, the United Nations Security Council approves Trump's plan for the future of Gaza, and the criminal case against former FBI Director James Comey may be faltering.Show Notes:Call Congress – 202-224-3121Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today's Headlines: The House is gearing up for a major vote on Wednesday to force the DOJ to release the Epstein files—and suddenly a lot more Republicans are ready to say “yes” now that it's happening in public. Rep. Thomas Massie says they could have 100+ GOP votes and maybe even build a veto-proof majority. Meanwhile, Trump is trying to steer the conversation elsewhere, calling on AG Pam Bondi to investigate Epstein's ties to Clinton, Larry Summers, Reid Hoffman, and JP Morgan—even though Donald Trump himself is the single most mentioned person across those emails.  Trump also found time to wage war on Marjorie Taylor Greene, calling her “Marjorie Traitor Greene”. MTG went on CNN to say she's “humbly sorry” for toxic politics and wants the Epstein files released, which… we'll believe when we see it. In other Epstein-adjacent news, several employees at Ghislaine Maxwell's prison were reportedly fired after a whistleblower exposed how much special treatment she's been getting. The DOJ is also in settlement talks with Michael Flynn, who's somehow demanding $50 million in damages for being prosecuted for lying to the FBI back in 2017. As for another distraction tactic, Trump implemented a major rollback of tariffs on beef, coffee, fruits, nuts, spices. He's also rattling sabers with Venezuela as the USS Gerald Ford arrived in the Caribbean. Meanwhile ICE is expanding its aggressive raid tactics to Charlotte and New Orleans. And finally, Indiana lawmakers delivered Trump another L by refusing to redraw their state maps, despite his team begging them to come to the Oval Office so he can “convince” them. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: Many House Republicans will back a bill to release Epstein files, leaders of the effort say CNN: Trump says he's asking Justice Department to investigate Epstein's ties to slew of high-profile figures CNN: Trump administration news as Epstein files vote approaches CNN: Prison employees have been terminated after Ghislaine Maxwell's email messages were shared, her lawyer says The New Republic: Justice Department Prepares to Pay Trump Ally Michael Flynn Millions WSJ: Trump Implements Major Rollback of Food Tariffs NBC News: U.S. aircraft carrier arrives in the Caribbean Sea in major buildup near Venezuela Axios: The cities Trump is targeting with ICE crackdowns next Politico: Indiana redistricting push likely dead despite White House pressure Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More aircraft are being deployed to the Caribbean Sea. It's all part of "Operation Southern Spear" which target Latin American Drug Cartels. ABC News Senior Pentagon Reporter Luis Martinez joined Arizona's Morning News to discuss what these operations are looking like and what's next for the region. 

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One of the world's most advanced aircraft carriers has arrived in the waters off Latin America as President Donald Trump ramps up the US naval presence in the Caribbean Sea. He says the US military is firing on drug traffickers. So why does Venezuela say he's trying to bring down its government? Also: California Governor Gavin Newsom is at COP30, to present his own vision of US climate policy. The mayor of Istanbul faces 2,000 years in prison over charges that his supporters say are politically motivated. And we look at the Israeli bill which would impose the death penalty on people convicted of terrorism. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

A high-stakes meeting with global repercussions is on the horizon as President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping prepare to meet in South Korea on Thursday. U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) joins the Rundown to discuss how America can best compete with China, including reviving the nation's shipbuilding industry and applying more economic pressure on the country. Additionally, Sen. Young shares his thoughts on U.S. military operations targeting suspected drug traffickers in the Caribbean Sea. As early voting continues in New York City's mayoral race, Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa is rejecting calls to drop out despite criticism that his campaign is helping Democrat Zohran Mamdani rise in the polls. Sliwa joins the Rundown to discuss why he won't be dropping out of the race. Plus, his priorities for voters, including law and order and housing affordability. Plus, commentary from FOX News Contributor Joe Concha. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since the start of September, President Donald Trump has ordered a series of lethal strikes on boats in the Caribbean Sea, killing dozens of people. His administration has justified the attacks by accusing the boats of carrying drugs. But, we're more than two months in, and we still haven't seen any substantial evidence that the people killed were involved in trafficking narcotics. Meanwhile, Trump appears to be focused on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, and last week, Trump acknowledged he authorized the CIA to conduct covert operations in Venezuela. So, to talk more about Venezuela and the legality- or lack thereof- of the Trump administration's ongoing campaign in the Caribbean Sea, we spoke with Tess Bridgeman, co-editor-in-chief of Just Security and Senior Fellow and Visiting Scholar at the Reiss Center on Law and Security at NYU School of Law. She previously served as Special Assistant to the President, Associate Counsel to the President, and Deputy Legal Adviser to the National Security Council (NSC), and at the U.S. State Department in the Office of the Legal Adviser.And in headlines, Vice President JD Vance visits Israel as Hamas continues to return the bodies of hostages, ICE recruits are going up against fitness testing, and the government is as shutdown as ever.Show Notes:Check out Tess's work – justsecurity.org/author/bridgemantess/Call Congress – 202-224-3121Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 21, 2025; 8pm: Tonight, Senator Chris Murphy on Trump's assault on Democracy. Then, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver on today's hearing to have her federal charges dismissed. Plus, North Carolina Governor Josh Stein on his state's power grab to prop up Trump. And Sen. Mark Kelly on the legal fight over Trump's killing campaign in the Caribbean Sea. To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Emmajority Report Thursday on the Majority Report On today's show: Trump openly admits to authorizing covert CIA actions in Venezuela at a White House press conference. On an episode of Triggered with Don, Jr. in February of 2025, Recent Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado vows to privatize Venezuelan oil and offer lucrative partnerships with American corporations After the U.S. bombed a fifth boat in the Caribbean Sea, we watch a Trinbagonian news segment that reports two of the slain men we're simply fishermen. Rand Paul comes out against the U.S. summarily killing people in the Caribbean Sea, citing Coast Guard statistics that show that 25% of alleged drug-running boats boarded by American forces are not in possession of drugs. Founder of The Lever, David Sirota joins the program to discuss his new book, MASTER PLAN: The Hidden Plot to Legalize Corruption in America. In the Fun Half: Emma is joined by Brandon Sutton and Matt Binder Brandon provides a quick update on where Candace Owens' show has been of late. The leaked Young Republican group chat leak exposes the arrested development of GOP men. JD Vance calls the Young Republican's "kids" despite the chat being comprised of mostly men in their 30s All that and more The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: ZOCDOC : Zocdoc.com/MAJORITY and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. #sponsored SUNSET LAKE:  Head to SunsetLakeCBD.com and use coupon code “Left Is Best” (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.co    

The U.S. military has blown up three boats in the Caribbean Sea in the past three weeks, killing 17 people aboard.Each time, President Trump has claimed that the boats were carrying drugs to the United States and that those killed were “narcoterrorists.” But he has offered no concrete evidence to back up this claim.Charlie Savage, who covers national security for The New York Times, tells us what he has learned about what may be the true objective behind these airstrikes and whether any of this is even legal.Guest: Charlie Savage, who writes about national security and legal policy for The New York Times.Background reading: Last week, Mr. Trump said the U.S. military had attacked a third boat suspected of carrying drugs, killing three.He has claimed the power to kill those suspected of drug smuggling.For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Photo: Elizabeth Frantz for The New York Times Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.