Podcasts about Ebrahim Raisi

¿Se encuentra Irán ante una crisis interna? ¿Cuál es su posición geopolítica en la región? Irán atraviesa una de las crisis más profundas de su historia reciente. Tras la muerte del presidente Ebrahim Raisi en un accidente aéreo, el régimen enfrenta una creciente falta de legitimidad, agravada por una crisis económica y energética que ha generado un descontento social. Las nuevas generaciones, desvinculadas de los ideales de la revolución islámica, están transformando la dinámica interna del país. Además, a este contexto contribuyen el regreso de Trump a la Casa Blanca y la tensión en Oriente Medio, donde la influencia de Irán ha disminuido abruptamente. En el octavo episodio de la quinta temporada de Conversaciones Elcano, Raquel García e Ignacio Urbasos conversan con Ángeles Espinosa, periodista y excorresponsal para El País en Oriente Medio, los desafíos internos y externos que enfrenta Irán en una región en constante transformación. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ La caída de Bashar al-Assad: un proxie de Irán menos https://www.realinstitutoelcano.org/comentarios/la-caida-de-bashar-al-assad-un-proxie-de-iran-menos/ Escenarios de seguridad energética tras los ataques de Israel e Irán https://www.realinstitutoelcano.org/analisis/escenarios-de-seguridad-energetica-tras-los-ataques-de-israel-e-iran/ Visita nuestra web: www.realinstitutoelcano.org Síguenos en nuestras redes sociales: X: https://x.com/rielcano LinkedIn: https://es.linkedin.com/company/real-instituto-elcano Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealInstitutoElcano Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rielcano/ Threads: https://threads.net/@rielcano Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rielcano.bsky.social

On May 19th, a helicopter crash in Iran killed President Ebrahim Raisi and several top government officials. This forced new presidential elections, and on July 5th, Masoud Pezeshkian defeated his more hardline opponent and is now Iran's president-elect. Pezeshkian comes from the reformist faction of Iranian politics, but real power still lies in the hands of unelected clerics, none more so than Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. Still, this election will have an impact on Iran's relationship with the outside world, including the West. Joining me to explain the international implications of Masoud Pezeshkian's election is Sina Toossi, a senior nonresident fellow at the Center for International Policy. We discuss what we mean by "reformist" in the context of Iranian politics, which leads into a broad conversation about the kinds of changes we might see in Iranian domestic and foreign policy as Pezeshkian takes the reins of government from a hardline faction that has been dominant for the last several years.

Iran has a new President, but will it avert a nuclear standoff with the west and Israel? The election of a “reformist" president long seemed a far-fetched possibility. However, the death of conservative President Ebrahim Raisi in May and the election of reformist President Masoud Pezeshkian this month has shifted the political landscape and now presents numerous questions for the future of Iranian foreign policy. Ali Baez joins Heather Williams and Jon Wolfsthal to discuss the results of the election, pathways for reform, and the implications of a new government on the global stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Iran - the only reformist candidate in presidential elections will face a run-off, at the end of next week, with an ultra-conservative rival. Also on the programme, 10 years after Islamic State declared their “Caliphate”, Yazidis are still struggling to recover from genocide; and, Amnesty International says armed criminals may have been introduced into protests in Kenya to inflame the situation.(Photo: An Iranian woman casts her vote in a polling station during the presidential election, in Tehran, Iran, 28 June 2024. Iran holds presidential elections on 28 June, following the death of late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash on 19 May 2024.STRINGER/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)

After president Joe Biden's faltering performance in the TV debate with Donald Trump there are calls to replace him. Also, Iranians are voting to elect a new president to replace Ebrahim Raisi who was killed last month in a helicopter crash, and why radioactive rhino horns help conservation efforts.

Many young Iranians say they plan to boycott Friday's election to replace the late-President Ebrahim Raisi. Also, a look at the political fault lines behind the attempted coup in Bolivia. And, An appeals court in Paris has ruled that an international arrest warrant issued by France against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is valid. Also, who is Keir Starmer, the Labour party leader expected to be the British prime minister. Plus, scientists find new evidence that the painted lady butterfly is making the  2,600-mile trek across the Atlantic from West Africa to South America without stopping.

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:   Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu finds himself at a crossroads, feeling the pressure on both the international and domestic fronts to act on the proposed peace deal announced by the Biden Administration.   We examine how the war in Ukraine has gone global, with new video revealing that Ukrainian special forces are striking Russian targets across the globe, most recently in Syria.   President Biden is apparently getting tough on the border—at least he wants us to think so—revealing an executive order that would halt asylum requests after border crossings reach a certain threshold.   In today's Back of the Brief, the race to succeed the late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has officially begun, with one of America's old nemeses becoming the first to throw his hat into the ring. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com.   Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.   Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newt talks with Trita Parsi, Executive Vice President of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, about the recent helicopter crash that killed Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian. Parsi discusses the potential implications of this event on Iran's future and its impact on the Middle East. They also discuss the complex political landscape of Iran, including the role of the Supreme Leader and the country's nuclear program. The conversation also touches on Iran's relationships with other countries and organizations, such as Hezbollah, the Houthis, and Hamas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We start today's show with an in-depth look at the escalating crisis in Rafah. Hamas terrorists have launched a significant rocket barrage at Tel Aviv, prompting a fierce Israeli retaliation that has sparked international condemnation. Later in the show, we take a look at reports that Ukrainian drones are now targeting Russia's nuclear defense system, raising concerns of potential escalation by Western leaders. We'll bring you the latest from Haiti, where the tragic murder of American missionaries underscores the ongoing turmoil in Port-au-Prince, a city still gripped by armed gangs. In today's Back of the Brief, Iran's military has revealed some preliminary findings in its investigation into the helicopter crash that killed President Ebrahim Raisi, his Foreign Minister, and six other people last week. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: We'll start off today's program by looking at the life and death of the man known as "The Butcher of Tehran"--late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, who met his fate in the mountains of northern Iran this week. We'll be joined by Behnam Ben Taleblu of the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies. He'll give us some insight into what Raisi's death means for the regime. A little later, we'll turn to the Far East, where China has launched aggressive military drills surrounding its neighbor Taiwan. Author Gordon Chang shares his thoughts on the escalating tensions there. Plus, we take a look at a silent crisis at America's southern border as the horrible realities on the ground take their toll on America's border patrol agents. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“By God's grace, I endured a few years in prison in exchange for an eternity with Him.” Ebrahim Firouzi, a Christian convert from Islam, spent seven years in prison in Iran. Now he is enjoying eternity with the Lord, experiencing the fulfillment of that promise following his death in February.   This interview was recorded about four years ago—after Ebrahim's release from prison while he was serving out two years of “internal exile,” living in a remote area along the border of Iran and Pakistan. We've chose to re-air it on VOM Radio to commemorate our brother's faithfulness and honor his memory. With the recent death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian in a helicopter crash, this is a particularly strategic time to pray for the nation of Iran. Ebrahim Firouzi was first arrested in 2011 and given a ten-month sentence. After his release, he continued boldly sharing the gospel at every opportunity. He was always looking to bring hope to the people of Iran through sharing the gospel. “My only priority was that people would be able to hear and receive the Word of God.” Firouzi said. He was arrested again in 2013, ultimately serving a total of seven years in prison, followed by two years internal exile, during which time he was required to regularly check in with local police. While he was in prison, the stories and examples of persecuted Iranian Christians before him encouraged and impacted Ebrahim to remain faithful. This interview was originally conducted in Farsi by Joseph Hovsepian, the son of martyred Iranian church leader Haik Hovsepian. We are thankful to Joseph and our friends at Hovsepian Ministries for allowing VOM Radio to broadcast this interview and share Ebrahim's testimony. Please pray for pastors and other Christians imprisoned in Iran and other nations. Never miss an episode of VOM Radio! Subscribe to the podcast. Or you can listen each week—and get reminders to pray for persecuted Christians—in the VOM App for your smartphone or tablet.

On today's program, Ralph welcomes two guests who have worked as civic advocates for more than fifty years—chemical engineer and environmentalist Barry Castleman, and solar energy advocate Ken Bossong. How do they maintain their civic stamina over more than five decades? That's what Ralph wants to know. Then, Ralph is joined by our resident international law expert Bruce Fein, to discuss breaking news from the International Criminal Court. Barry Castleman is a chemical engineer, environmentalist and researcher specializing in health issues. He is the author of Asbestos: Medical and Legal Aspects and has worked with public interest groups around the world over the past 50 years on the control of asbestos and chemical hazards. Mr. Castleman has been involved in rule-making on asbestos by numerous federal agencies as a consultant to the agencies and to environmental groups. He has testified as an expert witness in civil litigation in the US on the history of asbestos as a public health problem, and the reasons for failure to properly control asbestos hazards.I remember speaking to students at Johns Hopkins about 30 years ago about careers in international public health, and talking to them about how they should try and listen into themselves and think about what it is they'd really like to do, what they're really interested in, and try to follow that. Rather than following the money or auctioning themselves off to the highest bidder when they graduate from Hopkins.Barry CastlemanYou lose your innocence reading these corporate documents. They're unbelievable in terms of showing that all of these decisions about health and safety and environment are business decisions to the people who make them. And the wanton, reckless, willful disregard of public health is clear. So making these documents publicly available is an extraordinary public service.Barry CastlemanKen Bossong is the Executive Director of the Sun Day Campaign, a non-profit research and educational organization he founded in 1992 to aggressively promote sustainable energy technologies as cost-effective alternatives to nuclear power and fossil fuels. Mr. Bossong has advocated for solar energy and other renewable energy for more than 50 years, and he previously served as Director of the Critical Mass Energy Project at Public Citizen. Nearly 100% of all the new generating capacity in the United States in the month of March—which is the most recent month for which there are statistics—came from solar alone. There was none from coal. There was only one megawatt from natural gas. There was, I think, three megawatts from oil. And there was zero from nuclear. So the only resource that's growing and scaling up rapidly is solar. Coming in second place is wind. The fossil fuel technologies and nuclear power combined are producing very little.Ken BossongWhat keeps me going? Basically the bad guys. I am always ginned up by the challenge of confronting people who are doing things which I consider to be socially, environmentally irresponsible. And as you pointed out with the example of the oil companies, there's never been a shortage of people who are trying to do things that I think are damaging. Ken BossongBruce Fein is a Constitutional scholar and an expert on international law.  Mr. Fein was Associate Deputy Attorney General under Ronald Reagan and he is the author of Constitutional Peril: The Life and Death Struggle for Our Constitution and Democracy, and American Empire: Before the Fall.Although it doesn't really change a whole lot on the legal chessboard, the more countries that recognize a Palestinian statehood, the more pressure there will be on the United States to do something that acknowledges their right…The one other element that comes into play, however, is that there are various tribunals, jurisdictions that can be employed only by a state... So the more that we have international recognition of a Palestinian state, it then would have standing instead of South Africa to go to the International Court of Justice and say—we want a declaration that genocide is being committed against us by Israel. So there are small ways in which I think the greater the recognition, the greater the legal standing Palestine has as in at least some international body.Bruce FeinIn Case You Haven't Heard with Francesco DeSantisNews 5/22/241.  On May 20th, the International Criminal Court announced it would seek arrest warrants related to the ongoing atrocities in Gaza. Bucking pressure from western governments, the ICC will pursue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on charges including “Starvation of civilians as a method of warfare…[and] Extermination…as a crime against humanity.” The Court also announced it would seek arrest warrants for Hamas leaders, including Yahya Sinwar, Ismail Haniyeh, and Mohammed Diab Ibrahim Al-Masri for their alleged international offenses. The ICC's decision was met with indignation by Israel and its western allies, including President Joe Biden, who said “What's happening is not genocide,” per the Guardian. Mousa Abu Marzouk – the first chief of Hamas' politburo, and the head of Hamas' international relations – writes in Media Review Network “Hamas stands ready to appear before the ICC with witnesses and live testimony and bear the burden of any judicial finding against it or its members after a full and fair trial with rules of evidence; with examination and cross examination into [what] we have done or not over the many years of our leadership as a national liberation movement. Is Israel?”2. On May 19th, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed when his helicopter was forced to make a “hard landing” near the Iranian/Azerbaijan border. Many suspect Israeli involvement in this crash, largely due to Israel's history of assassinating Iranian officials. Israel however denies any involvement. The Middle East Monitor, relaying what Israeli officials told Channel 13, reports “The message Israel is sending to the countries of the world is that Tel Aviv has nothing to do with the incident.”3. Israeli ambassador Michael Herzog has sent a letter to dozens of congressional Democrats “accus[ing] lawmakers of aiding…Hamas…misrepresenting Israeli policy and…inappropriately trying to influence President…Biden,” per the Huffington Post. This letter – a response to moderate Democrats Jason Crow and Chris Deluzio's May 3rd letter alleging that Israel is breaking U.S. law – has rankled Democrats in Congress. One staffer told the Huffington Post that multiple parts of the letter “verg[ed] on offensive,” and another said “the tone of this letter is not reflective of the fact that the U.S. is the primary guarantor of Israel's security. An unaware reader would assume that Israel is the superpower in this relationship and the U.S. the recipient of aid.” Yet another aid put it this way, “Never before have we received such a harsh letter from the Israeli government. But then again, never before have we been so critical of their actions.”4. Independent investigative journalist Ken Klippenstein reports “The National Counterterrorism Center, created in the wake of 9/11 to combat al Qaeda, is now working overtime to find evidence of foreign funding of pro-Palestinian student protesters.” Klippenstein continues “The effort follows repeated calls by Congress for the federal government to investigate university protesters' purported links to Hamas, and coincides with a push by the FBI and homeland security bureaucracies to link the campus demonstrations to foreign actors. Tempting as it might be to laugh off the specter of foreign powers directing undergraduate protesters, evidence of this would provide the legal basis for the intelligence community to spy on Americans. Absent a foreign connection, the protests are constitutionally-protected speech.” Civil liberties advocates have long warned of the American anti-terrorism apparatus being weaponized against internal dissent. During the Black Lives Matter protests of 2020, the Trump administration infamously worked feverishly to cook up some connection between foreign governments and supposed domestic “antifa” leaders. The fact that the Biden administration is seeking to do the same speaks to just how enticing it is for the federal government to use trumped up terrorism accusations to silence legitimate protests.5. In a chilling new installment of the campus crackdown on pro-Palestine activity, POLITICO reports the California State University system has “placed Sonoma State campus President Mike Lee on leave… after he agreed to protesters' demands to involve them in university decision-making and pursue divestment from Israel.” In a statement, CSU Chancellor Mildred García derided president Lee for his “insubordination and the consequences it has brought upon the system.” The message is clear: any degree of violence in confronting the student protesters is acceptable, engaging with their demands is not.6. In more higher education news, the Harvard Graduate Student's Union – organized under the UAW – has filed an unfair labor practice charge against the university over their response to campus pro-Palestine protests, per Bloomberg labor reporter Josh Eidelson. “[The union is] claiming the school's retaliation violated students' right as employees to protest over workplace issues.” This charge will test the limits of workplace speech protections and we will be watching closely to see where the board lands.7. Last week, workers at two Alabama Mercedes-Benz plants voted against joining the United Autoworkers by a margin if 2,045 to 2,642, per 1819 News. UAW President Shawn Fain blamed the loss on union busting by the corporation, stating “Mercedes engaged in egregious illegal behavior. The federal government as well as the German government are currently investigating Mercedes for the intimidation and harassment they inflicted on their own workers. We intend to follow that process through…This is a David and Goliath fight. Sometimes Goliath wins a battle. But David wins the war.” Fain went on to say “Justice isn't about one vote or one campaign. It's about getting a voice, getting your fair share. And let's be clear: workers won serious gains in this campaign. They raised their wages, with the 'UAW bump.' They killed wage tiers. They got rid of a CEO who had no interest in improving conditions in the workplace. Mercedes is a better place to work thanks to this campaign, and thanks to these courageous workers.” Finally, Fain noted the similarities between this campaign and the previous attempts to unionize Volkswagen plants, stating “[Mercedes] told the workers to give the new CEO a chance. That's exactly what Volkswagen told its workers in 2019. And in 2024, Volkswagen workers realized it's not about a CEO. It's about a voice on the job, it's about getting our lives back, and getting our time back. The only path to do that is through a union contract.”8. CNN reports that on Tuesday May 14th, the Justice Department  “notified Boeing that it [had] breached [the] terms of its 2021 [deferred prosecution] agreement in which the company avoided criminal charges for two fatal 737 Max crashes.” This report goes on to say “Families of victims and lawyers representing them met with the Justice Department late last month to persuade the Biden administration to end the agreement in light of multiple safety lapses at Boeing this year and in past years after the 2021 agreement was reached.”  Following this meeting, attorney Paul Cassell said the deferred prosecution agreement was “rigged” and “pledged to hold Boeing accountable for its ‘fraud and misconduct.'” 9. On Monday May 20th, Wikileaks founder Julian Assange won the right to appeal his extradition to the United States. Per Democracy Now! “Assange's lawyers argued before the British High Court that the U.S. government provided ‘blatantly inadequate' assurances that Assange would have the same free speech protections as an American citizen if extradited from Britain. Assange…faces up to 175 years in prison for publishing classified documents exposing U.S. war crimes in Iraq and Afghanistan.” This is a major victory for Assange. Yet, as Chip Gibbons, policy director of Defending Rights & Dissent puts it “[Assange is] not out of Belmarsh [Prison] yet…This could still end in him being sent to the U.S. And the person who can stop this is Joe Biden.”10. Finally, according to Washington Post labor reporter Lauren Kaori Gurley, “[Over 400] physicians have filed to unionize with SEIU, in what they say would be the first doctor's union in Delaware and the Mid-Atlantic.” These physicians – employed by ChristianaCare, Delaware's largest private employer – have laid out a list of grievances they hope to address by organizing, including “patient safety concerns due to understaffing and inadequate resources…the erosion of the physician-led model of care...[and] the moral injury caused by the pressure to prioritize...profit over patient needs.” Gurley further highlighted that a key priority of this doctor's union is “combating excessive corporatization,” in healthcare.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard.  Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Ken Pollack, a Remnant all-star and senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, joins Jonah for an extended discussion on the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and the race to be the supreme leader's successor. The two also get into the various Iran appeasement campaigns, Biden's approach to Israel, and the necessity of the United Nations. Show Notes: —Reuters reporting on the Ayatollah's successor —Ken's profile at AEI —Ken's profile at Georgetown —Ken's most recent book, Armies of Sand: The Past, Present, and Future of Arab Military Effectiveness —This week's Dispatch Live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scarlet Johansson is "shocked" and "angered" that even though she declined to voice ChatGPT 4.0, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman seems to have plugged an imitation of her voice into the software. And you thought Her was fiction. Meanwhile, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has been confirmed dead after his Vietnam-era helicopter crashed, plunging Iran—already in a precarious political position—into an even more uncertain future. What is the U.S.'s position in all this, and how can we play the bad hand we find ourselves holding? Finally, who could forget that Donald Trump is on trial in New York? Certainly not CNN, who can't seem to find anything else to talk about. The editors discuss what may lie in store for the U.S. before reminding you to read the damn site!   Recommended reading: The Closing of the Internet Mind School Choice Revolutionary The Virtues of Settler Colonialism Civil Rights Stay Gay

Ben and guest host Alyona Minkovski discuss the ICC's application for arrest warrants against both Hamas and Netanyahu for war crimes, the mass exodus of civilians from Rafah, a US-Saudi pact supposedly being days away from being agreed to, and public rebukes against Netanyahu from members of his own war cabinet. They also talk about the Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi's death in a helicopter crash, Zelensky putting hopes into Xi Jinping to pressure Putin on negotiations, an assassination attempt against the Slovakian Prime Minister, the latest in the trial of Julian Assange, a failed coup involving Americans in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Anthony Blinken “Rockin' in the Free World”. Then, Ben speaks with Tamara Chergoleishvili, who is running for office in Georgia in this October's elections in the European Georgia party.  For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast.

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Thousands of mourners gather in Tehran to greet the coffin of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. I'll explain what's next for the regime after the death of the 63-year-old president. The Kremlin's shadow war against Europe continues as Polish authorities arrest a dozen individuals on suspicion of links to foreign sabotage efforts. The latest on the nation of Georgia's controversial “foreign agents” law as the country's government signals a willingness to potentially scrap the legislation in exchange for warmer US relations. In today's Back of the Brief, with days of funeral ceremonies beginning for Ebrahim Raisi, we'll take a look at some surprising gestures of grief and respect for a man dubbed “The Butcher of Tehran.” To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Iranian Presidents death is somehow being pinned on America. Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

After the shocking but welcome demise of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, the West sends a weird batch of condolences; Europe and the US struggle to deal with the hijacking of the International Criminal Court; and Democrats try to sanctify the memory of Michael Brown. Click here to join the member exclusive portion of my show: https://bit.ly/3WDjgHE Ep.1969 - - -  DailyWire+:  Tune in on 5.22.24 at 7 PM ET for another Daily Wire Backstage exclusively on DailyWire+! Watch the brand new animated sitcom Mr. Birchum only on DailyWire+: https://bit.ly/4akO7wC Get 25% off your DailyWire+ Membership here: https://bit.ly/4akO7wC Get your Ben Shapiro merch here: https://bit.ly/3TAu2cw  - - -  Today's Sponsors: PureTalk - Together We Can Make A Difference. Learn More at http://www.PureTalk.com/Shapiro Helix -  Get 30% off your order + 2 dream pillows. https://helixsleep.com/BEN Bambee - Visit https://www.bambee.com/ and type in ‘Ben Shapiro' when you sign up. Tax Network USA - Seize control of your financial future! Call 1-800-245-6000 or visit http://www.TNUSA.com/Shapiro Good Ranchers - Get FREE Wagyu burgers for a year with promo code SHAPIRO at https://www.goodranchers.com - - - Socials: Follow on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3cXUn53 Follow on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3QtuibJ Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3TTirqd Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPyBiB

In today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi dying in a helicopter crash in a remote region, several Morehouse college students turning their backs to President Biden during the commencement address, and the New Jersey court throwing out 80 charges against Ian Smith.

The International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor on Monday announced plans to seek arrest warrants for the leaders of Hamas and Israel — including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu — over their actions during the war in Gaza. Farther east in Iran, the country's supreme leader looked to project stability after President Ebrahim Raisi and another top official died in a helicopter accident Sunday. Vox foreign affairs reporter Ellen Ioanes explains what's at stake for both countries amid simmering tensions in the Middle East.And in headlines: Prosectors in Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial officially rested their case against the former president, voters in Georgia head to the polls to cast ballots in the state's primary election, and organizers in Nevada say they've gathered more than enough signatures to qualify a ballot referendum that would enshrine abortion rights in the state's constitution.Show Notes:What 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

Dr. Phil and guest Elica Le Bon, an attorney and Iranian-American activist, address significant global events, including the Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi's helicopter crash, anti-Semitic activities on prestigious U.S. campuses, and the role of alleged pro-Hamas student organizations. For more information: https://drphilintheblanks.com Thank you to our sponsors: TheNewsWorthy.com - Search for the podcast in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever they like to listen to podcasts. Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. Go to Seed.com/PHIL and use code 25PHIL to get 25% off your first month. Greenlight: Stop putting off the “Money Talk” and start putting your kids on the right path. Visit: http://GREENLIGHT.com/phil Go to CLARITIN.COM right now for a discount so you can Live Claritin Clear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jewish Americans overwhelmingly support Democrats, but are Joe Biden's withholding of critical military aid and constant condemnation of Israel the tipping point for these voters to reject the Left?That's one of the big questions this election season, and not just in terms of votes but also donations.Bryan Leib is a conservative Jewish candidate for Congress in Florida's 25th district. He is running for the Republican nomination to face longtime Democrat Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, the former chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee.Leib explains what normally Democrat-leaning voters are telling him this time around - and not just about the House race but about the presidential election. They don't love Donald Trump but they are incensed at Biden.Sara and Liev also discuss the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and other top officials in a helicopter crash over the weekend, what may have happened, and what we can expect from Iran in the wake of this.Please visit our great sponsors:Goldcohttp://saralikesgold.comGet your free gold kit today and learn how to get $10,000 in bonus silver. My Pillowhttps://mypillow.comUse code CARTER for $25 prices and free shipping on orders over $75.Time Stamps:0:05 Are Americans waking up?13:44 Bryan Leib joins the Sara Carter Show15:02 TDS on Steroids17:12 Iran plane crash latest20:16 Was it an inside job?21:51 Will this change Iran?24:35 Debbie Wasserman Schultz is Anti-Israel??26:02 Why are Jewish Dems not supporting Israel?31:25 We can't deport cop killers now??32:45 The mask is off36:34 Are American Jews waking up? Visit: https://bryanforbroward.com/

The prosecution's star witness, Michael D. Cohen, admitted on the stand to stealing from former President Donald J. Trump's company. OpenAI is in legal trouble for making its AI voice software sound like actress Scarlett Johansson. Rapper Cam'ron tanks an interview on CNN. A woman becomes the fifth American to be arrested and detained in Turks and Caicos after being caught with ammunition in an airport. And more info emerges about the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. Sponsors: First Cup Coffee Co. is Christian-owned patriot coffee company that stands for Core Values, Family, and Building Community across the Nation. Freshly Roasted Beans delivered in Ground or Whole Bean Texture, Pods, and Bulk with 11 Roast Profiles Available. There is a flavor for every freedom-loving American We don't sell burnt coffee like Starbucks and the others. Shipped within days of being roasted and all subscriptions get free shipping. No Contracts - Cancel at any time. Change your Subscription at any time. Go to https://FirstCup.com and use code “BUBBA” and save an additional 10% on your order and if you subscribe save an additional 10% for the life of your subscription.  Shop Blaze Media: If you like what we do around here, and you want a great way to let other people know what you're watching and listening to, you're going to LOVE all the Blaze Media merchandise available at ShopBlazeMedia.com! Everything from the Blaze Heritage and Blaze Media Collections – jackets, tee shirts, hoodies, socks, mugs, candles, flags, and a whole lot more…there's so much there you're going to love! Go to https://ShopBlazeMedia.com today. Check out all the cool stuff available from Blaze Media, and be sure you use the code “BLAZE10” to get 10% off your ENTIRE order!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The prosecution's star witness, Michael D. Cohen, admitted on the stand to stealing from former President Donald J. Trump's company. OpenAI is in legal trouble for making its AI voice software sound like actress Scarlett Johansson. Rapper Cam'ron tanks an interview on CNN. A woman becomes the fifth American to be arrested and detained in Turks and Caicos after being caught with ammunition in an airport. And more info emerges about the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.Sponsors:First Cup Coffee Co. is Christian-owned patriot coffee company that stands for Core Values, Family, and Building Community across the Nation. Freshly Roasted Beans delivered in Ground or Whole Bean Texture, Pods, and Bulk with 11 Roast Profiles Available. There is a flavor for every freedom-loving American We don't sell burnt coffee like Starbucks and the others. Shipped within days of being roasted and all subscriptions get free shipping. No Contracts - Cancel at any time. Change your Subscription at any time. Go to https://FirstCup.com and use code “BUBBA” and save an additional 10% on your order and if you subscribe save an additional 10% for the life of your subscription. Shop Blaze Media: If you like what we do around here, and you want a great way to let other people know what you're watching and listening to, you're going to LOVE all the Blaze Media merchandise available at ShopBlazeMedia.com! Everything from the Blaze Heritage and Blaze Media Collections – jackets, tee shirts, hoodies, socks, mugs, candles, flags, and a whole lot more…there's so much there you're going to love! Go to https://ShopBlazeMedia.com today. Check out all the cool stuff available from Blaze Media, and be sure you use the code “BLAZE10” to get 10% off your ENTIRE order!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today's Headlines: Yesterday, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, the foreign minister, and other top cabinet members died in a helicopter crash in northwest Iran near the Azerbaijan border. Raisi was a contender to succeed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Now, Khamenei's son is a likely, though unpopular, successor. Iran will hold a presidential election on June 28th. Meanwhile, the ICC prosecutor is seeking arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Hamas leaders for war crimes, sparking backlash from Netanyahu and President Biden. The U.S. House may vote on sanctions against the ICC. In Trump's trial, Michael Cohen's testimony ended, and the defense introduced surprise witnesses. The judge reserved judgment on a dismissal motion. Additionally, Truth Social's parent company reported significant financial losses but remains highly valued due to meme stock status. Finally, the Senate plans to vote on a bipartisan border package, though it's expected to face opposition from Republicans despite their past negotiations. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: Iran's president killed in helicopter crash, election set for next month WA Post: Biden criticizes ‘outrageous' ICC arrest warrant ask for Israeli leaders  WA Post: Prosecution rests in Trump hush money trial Axios: Trump's Truth Social loses $328 million in the first quarter Axios: Senate will again vote on bipartisan border package Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has named an acting president following the death of President Ebrahim Raisi, the country's foreign minister and other officials in a helicopter crash. Prime Minister Benjamin Netyanyahu is facing accusations from his own war cabinet that he doesn't have a strategy for replacing Hamas in Gaza. Michael Cohen will return to the stand in what will likely be the final day of testimony in the New York criminal trial of former President Donald Trump. And a London court is expected to deliver a final decision on whether or not Julian Assange can appeal extradition to the U.S. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by John Helton, Lauren Migaki, Dana Farrington, Lisa Thomson and Alice Woelfe. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Ben Abrams and Nina Kravinsky. We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott. And our technical director is Zac Coleman. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

President Joe Biden gave the commencement speech at Morehouse College's graduation ceremony on Sunday. Some students and faculty at the historically black college in Atlanta protested his presence on campus amid the war in Gaza.Donald Trump's criminal hush-money case may wind down this week in Manhattan. The prosecution could rest its case as soon as today. Longtime federal prosecutor Andrew Weissmann says while Trump could still decide to testify, he likely knows it would be ‘suicide.'And in headlines: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi died in a helicopter crash in the country's mountainous northwest, Sunday. Iran state media reported there were 'no survivors,' Israeli war cabinet member Benny Gantz says he'll leave the country's government in June if it doesn't come up with a plan for the war in Gaza, and rapper P. Diddy released an apology after CNN published surveillance video from 2016 of him physically assaulting his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura. Show Notes:Listen to WAD episode with Morehouse Professor Andrew Douglas https://tinyurl.com/mv5mfyx5What 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

Tonight on Battleground LIVE: The dangerous times in which we live Iran's regime's president Ebrahim Raisi, the Butcher of Tehran is dead UN Security Council should be disbanded immediately Biden's horrible & divisive words  Should Biden be drug tested before the debate? Cohen digs an even deeper hole for himself There's more to the Stormy/Cohen relationship than we realize The Pope needs to (respectfully) shut it A shadow lawfare campaign that could hurt us all Follow Sean on Instagram - @OfficialSeanParnellFollow Sean on Twitter - @SeanParnellUSAGet your Battleground apparel at www.officialseanparnell.comFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on “Sara Gonzales Unfiltered” we analyze the shocking news from Iran that President Ebrahim Raisi, nicknamed the "Butcher of Tehran," and other officials died in a helicopter crash. We discuss the implications for Iran's political landscape, potential power struggles, and the international reactions, including Israel's denial of involvement. We also delve into the latest developments in the Trump trial, focusing on the credibility of key witnesses like Michael Cohen, who admitted to stealing $60,000 from the Trump Organization. Our discussion highlights the political and judicial dynamics at play and compares Trump's treatment to other cases, questioning the consistency of legal standards. Additionally, we cover the controversy surrounding Sean "Diddy" Combs. A leaked video shows Diddy attacking his then-girlfriend, singer Cassie. Despite his Instagram apology, we question the sincerity and discuss the Los Angeles County district attorney's decision not to prosecute due to the statute of limitations. We also explore the controversy during Joe Biden's commencement address at a historically black college. Several graduates and a faculty member turned their backs on Biden, and some students walked out when he received an honorary degree. Biden's remarks on systemic racism and the challenges faced by black Americans prompted mixed reactions, sparking a broader discussion on racial issues in America. BlazeTV contributor Matthew Marsden and Glenn Beck's chief writer and researcher, Jason Buttrill, join the show. Today's Sponsors: Birch Gold Text SARA to 989898 to claim your free info kit and protect your savings from uncertainty. PreBorn! To donate, dial #250 and say the keyword "baby" or go to https://preborn.com/sara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi dead in helicopter crash

In this edition of Well, The Trends Start Coming And They Don't Stop Coming, Jack and Miles discuss their respective weekends, Rudy Giuliani getting served with an indictment at his 80th birthday party, Donald Trump's NRA speech, Harrison Butker's weird-ass commencement speech, the Iranian president dying in a helicopter crash, Sean Combs issuing an apology after a video surfaces of him brutally attacking Cassie Ventura, the Megalopolis premier at Cannes and much more! Gaza Aid Links: TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION FOR PALESTINIANS EVACUATING GAZA OPERATION OLIVE BRANCH PROJECT WATERMELON See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has died in a helicopter crash, according to state media. Here's how his death might contribute to instability in Iran and the region.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.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister died in a helicopter crash, creating fresh uncertainty as the country’s hardline clerical establishment navigates regional tensions and domestic discontent. CNN has more. The crew members of the ship that destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge have been on board since the crash. The Baltimore Sun has their story. It took nearly a decade to get the 2014 Boston Marathon winner her prize money. The Wall Street Journal explains why. Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi died in a helicopter crash on Sunday, along with other top officials. Today on “Post Reports,” the reactions to his death from within Iran and worldwide – and what it will mean for the country's leadership.Read more: The deaths of two of Iran's top officials brought shock and celebrations from within Iran and among the country's diaspora. Iran's president, Ebrahim Raisi, and the foreign minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, were killed along with other officials and crew members when their helicopter crashed traveling from Iran's border with Azerbaijan. It crashed in thick fog, and search teams struggled to find the crash site for hours because of the weather. In Iran, officials declared five days of mourning, with many Iranians gathering to grieve Raisi's death. But across social media and at protests in Tehran on Monday, people danced in celebration. Raisi was a polarizing figure during his four-decade career in the country's government, during which he cracked down on political protests. Yeganeh Torbati is a financial investigative reporter who is following the aftermath of Raisi's death. She explains his legacy and what Raisi's death means on a global scale. Today's show was produced by Bishop Sand, with help from Sabby Robinson. It was edited by Monica Campbell and mixed by Sean Carter. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.

The death of Ebrahim Raisi will spark succession battles both for the presidency and for supreme leader-in-waiting. What kind of Iran will result? Accusations and evidence of Chinese espionage are stacking up in and raising tensions with Britain (9:57). And how the careers advisers of TikTok are shaping the future of job-hunting (18:54).Get a world of insights for 50% off—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A.M. Edition for May 20. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed overnight as his chopper ran into bad weather while returning from a trip to Azerbaijan. WSJ foreign correspondent Sune Rasmussen explains what Raisi's death means amid the current turmoil in the Mideast. Plus, China sanctions several U.S. defense contractors over arms sales to Taiwan as the island inaugurates its new president. And issues at Boeing cloud the forecast for Europe's biggest airline. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash on Sunday. Reports are still coming in as to the cause of the crash. Joe Biden's appearance at Morehouse College was met with small protests and small enthusiasm. Ukranian boxer Oleksandr Usyk became the first-ever undisputed heavyweight champion in the four-belt era when he defeated Tyson Fury by split decision. After the fight, Usyk had some touching words to say about his deceased father, while Fury says he won the fight and is calling for a rematch. Speaking of fights, Producers Greg and Adler attended the same live MMA fight this weekend and didn't know it until they ran into each other. And Rick masterfully attends his niece's dance recital and gets out of there in under three hours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash on Sunday. Reports are still coming in as to the cause of the crash. Joe Biden's appearance at Morehouse College was met with small protests and small enthusiasm. Ukranian boxer Oleksandr Usyk became the first-ever undisputed heavyweight champion in the four-belt era when he defeated Tyson Fury by split decision. After the fight, Usyk had some touching words to say about his deceased father, while Fury says he won the fight and is calling for a rematch. Speaking of fights, Producers Greg and Adler attended the same live MMA fight this weekend and didn't know it until they ran into each other. And Rick masterfully attends his niece's dance recital and gets out of there in under three hours.Sponsors:Paint Your Life: You can give the most meaningful gift you have ever given, at https://PaintYourLife.com And there's no risk! If you don't love the final painting, your money is refunded. Guaranteed. And right now as a limited time offer, get twenty percent off your painting. That's right. Twenty percent off. And FREE shipping. To get this special offer, text the word BUBBA to 87204. Celebrate the moments that matter most. By Texting 87204, you agree to receive recurring automated marketing messages from paintyourlife.com. Message and data rates may apply. No purchase required. Terms apply, available at paintyourlife.com/terms. Reply "STOP" to stop, "HELP" for help.First Cup Coffee Co. is Christian-owned patriot coffee company that stands for Core Values, Family, and Building Community across the Nation. Freshly Roasted Beans delivered in Ground or Whole Bean Texture, Pods, and Bulk with 11 Roast Profiles Available. There is a flavor for every freedom-loving American We don't sell burnt coffee like Starbucks and the others. Shipped within days of being roasted and all subscriptions get free shipping. No Contracts - Cancel at any time. Change your Subscription at any time. Go to https://FirstCup.com and use code “BUBBA” and save an additional 10% on your order and if you subscribe save an additional 10% for the life of your subscription.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Cohen's cross-examination wraps up in Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash, sending shockwaves across the Middle East. NBC News Pentagon Correspondent Courtney Kube explains how a U.S. plan to transfer 11 detainees from Guantanamo was abruptly halted. Daniella Diaz, Chuck Rocha and Marc Short join the Meet the Press NOW roundtable.

The death of Ebrahim Raisi will spark succession battles both for the presidency and for supreme leader-in-waiting. What kind of Iran will result? Accusations and evidence of Chinese espionage are stacking up in and raising tensions with Britain (9:57). And how the careers advisers of TikTok are shaping the future of job-hunting (18:54).Get a world of insights for 50% off—subscribe to Economist Podcasts+. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (05/20/2024): 3:05pm- During cross-examination in the Donald Trump “hush money” trial, witness Michael Cohen conceded that he once stole $30,000 from his former employer, the Trump Organization. How could any member of the jury view Cohen as a credible witness? 3:15pm- While speaking with Bloomberg News, CEO of the Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change Bernice King said: "I think there are people in the black community that are feeling like not a lot has changed, especially economically in the black community and I think many of them are being driven by that…especially black males who seem to be more attracted to Donald Trump and his candidacy." 3:25pm- CNN Senior Data Analyst Harry Enten revealed that recent polling shows Donald Trump currently has 22% support among black voters—he was at 9% in 2020. 3:40pm- Mayor Christine Serrano Glassner—Mayor of the Borough of Mendham, New Jersey & Republican Candidate for U.S. Senate—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss her campaign and recently being endorsed by former President Donald Trump during his rally in Wildwood, New Jersey, where an estimated 80,000 to 100,000 people were in attendance. Could New Jersey go red in 2024? 4:05pm- During cross-examination in the Donald Trump “hush money” trial, witness Michael Cohen conceded that he once stole $30,000 from his former employer, the Trump Organization. CNN senior legal analyst Elie Honig noted that larceny is “more serious of a crime than falsifying business records.” 4:15pm- Reporting from inside the courthouse, New York Times journalist Jonah Bromwich writes: “[Judge Juan Merchan orders that the courtroom be cleared after scolding [former Michael Cohen attorney Robert] Costello.” Several minutes later, journalists and the jury returned to the courtroom. You can read updates, as they occur, here: https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/05/20/nyregion/trump-trial-hush-money?smid=url-share#11174b7d-d09d-59f9-9c55-99e379a28dab 4:30pm- David Gelman—Criminal Defense Attorney & Surrogate for Donald Trump's Legal Team—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss former Trump attorney Michael Cohen's disastrous testimony during cross-examination. Gelman explains that Cohen's credibility has been completely destroyed, especially after admitting to stealing tens-of-thousands of dollars from the Trump Organization. So, what happens next? Any element of reasonable doubt mandates the jury rule “not guilty”—and clearly there is a lot of doubt. 4:50pm- Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are getting divorced…again!? 5:05pm- After court concluded on Monday, former President Donald Trump told members of the press that the “hush money” trial is a disaster for the country and called on Judge Juan Merchan to dismiss the case immediately. 5:10pm- During cross-examination in the Donald Trump “hush money” trial, witness Michael Cohen conceded that he once stole $30,000 from his former employer, the Trump Organization. CNN senior legal analyst Elie Honig noted that larceny is “more serious of a crime than falsifying business records.” How could any member of the jury view Cohen as a credible witness? 5:20pm- Reporting from inside the courthouse, New York Times journalist Jonah Bromwich writes: “The judge says he will reserve his decision on whether to dismiss the case for tomorrow. We are done with another long day of court. The prosecution rested its case against Trump today, and the defense got through a significant portion of its own. If things go according to schedule, the defense will rest tomorrow, and the jury will be excused for the rest of the week, returning after the holiday weekend to hear closing arguments.” You can read more updates here: https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/05/20/nyregion/trump-trial-hush-money?smid=url-share#ee4f4407-bdd5-55d9-b1cc-8b49e99df75a 5:40pm- Steven Bucci—Visiting Fellow at the Heritage Foundation's Phillip N. Truluck Center for Leadership Development—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss news that Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash on Sunday. Earlier today, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin explicitly stated: “the United States had no part to play in that crash.” Bucci notes that Iran may try to blame America or Israel—though, it seems pretty clear this was the result of aged equipment and poor flying conditions. Could this death lead to revolution? Or will Ayatollah Ali Khamenei successfully stifle dissent? Bucci served America for three decades as an Army Special Forces officer and top Pentagon official. 6:05pm- Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker has received outsized media attention after delivering the commencement address at Benedictine College—where he argued the importance of having both parents in the home. Butker also defended the idea that some women, and men, might find raising a family more fulfilling than life in the workplace. 6:15pm- While appearing on PBS's Finding Your Roots, radical progressive Angela Davis found out that her ancestors were Pilgrims that arrived on the Mayflower. 6:20pm- CNN Senior Data Analyst Harry Enten revealed that recent polling shows Donald Trump currently has 22% support among black voters—he was at 9% in 2020. 6:40pm- REPLAY: Mayor Christine Serrano Glassner—Mayor of the Borough of Mendham, New Jersey & Republican Candidate for U.S. Senate—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss her campaign and recently being endorsed by former President Donald Trump during his rally in Wildwood, New Jersey, where an estimated 80,000 to 100,000 people were in attendance. Could New Jersey go red in 2024?

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:05pm- After court concluded on Monday, former President Donald Trump told members of the press that the “hush money” trial is a disaster for the country and called on Judge Juan Merchan to dismiss the case immediately. 5:10pm- During cross-examination in the Donald Trump “hush money” trial, witness Michael Cohen conceded that he once stole $30,000 from his former employer, the Trump Organization. CNN senior legal analyst Elie Honig noted that larceny is “more serious of a crime than falsifying business records.” How could any member of the jury view Cohen as a credible witness? 5:20pm- Reporting from inside the courthouse, New York Times journalist Jonah Bromwich writes: “The judge says he will reserve his decision on whether to dismiss the case for tomorrow. We are done with another long day of court. The prosecution rested its case against Trump today, and the defense got through a significant portion of its own. If things go according to schedule, the defense will rest tomorrow, and the jury will be excused for the rest of the week, returning after the holiday weekend to hear closing arguments.” You can read more updates here: https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/05/20/nyregion/trump-trial-hush-money?smid=url-share#ee4f4407-bdd5-55d9-b1cc-8b49e99df75a 5:40pm- Steven Bucci—Visiting Fellow at the Heritage Foundation's Phillip N. Truluck Center for Leadership Development—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss news that Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash on Sunday. Earlier today, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin explicitly stated: “the United States had no part to play in that crash.” Bucci notes that Iran may try to blame America or Israel—though, it seems pretty clear this was the result of aged equipment and poor flying conditions. Could this death lead to revolution? Or will Ayatollah Ali Khamenei successfully stifle dissent? Bucci served America for three decades as an Army Special Forces officer and top Pentagon official.

Group Chat News is back and we have Zach White filling in for Drama while he's away. Tonight we have all the hottest stories including breaking news that Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi is feared dead in a helicopter crash plus three Americans are accused of being involved in a failed coup attempt in Congo that left multiple people dead, Diddy apologies in response to viral violent video leak, Investor allocations in US stocks have reached the highest share in history, Figma announces its Plan B after the collapse of its $20 billion sale to Adobe Plus much more!   

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) In today's episode of The Wright Report, former CIA Operations Officer Bryan Dean Wright dives into two sets of briefs that are shaping America and the world. Here's a sneak peek: International News: Helicopter Crash in Iran: A helicopter carrying Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi has crashed, causing significant speculation and concern over Middle Eastern stability and the safety of US troops in the region. Unrest in New Caledonia: The French territory of New Caledonia faces growing violence and unrest, impacting global nickel prices and drawing attention to the geopolitical tensions involving France and Azerbaijan. China's Influence in Cambodia: China and Cambodia's joint military exercise raises concerns about Beijing's growing influence and control over vital trade routes in Southeast Asia. Thailand's Marijuana Re-Criminalization: Thailand's move to reclassify marijuana as a controlled substance offers lessons for the US amidst its own debates on drug legalization. Domestic Updates: Water Crisis in Texas: A decades-old water agreement between the US and Mexico is causing a water shortage crisis for Texas farmers, highlighting international tensions and local economic impacts. Spy Ships and Internet Privacy: Silicon Valley tech giants' reliance on Chinese-controlled companies to maintain underwater internet cables raises significant concerns about national security and personal privacy. Listener Questions: Joe Biden's Classified Information Tapes: Bryan addresses the ongoing battle to release audio tapes of Joe Biden discussing classified documents, which has sparked debates about transparency and mental fitness. Tariffs Debate: A listener's question prompts a discussion on the economic impact of tariffs and their role in reshoring American operations. Tick Season Alert: A reminder to stay vigilant about Lyme disease during tick season, inspired by personal and professional experiences. Join Bryan Dean Wright for insightful analysis, expert opinions, and the latest updates on critical issues affecting the nation and the world.

Today's Headlines: Yesterday, Iran's state media reported that a helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi and the foreign minister crashed due to extreme fog conditions near the northwest border. As of 9:30 PM Eastern on Sunday, the helicopter had not been recovered, and search and rescue operations were ongoing. Raisi, elected in 2021, is a hard-liner under US sanctions for alleged human rights violations and known for accelerating Iran's nuclear program and ties with Russia. If Raisi doesn't survive, the vice president will serve as interim president, with an election required within 50 days. Meanwhile, the Israeli military recovered the bodies of three Israeli hostages in Rafah, with around 100 hostages still captive. Inside Prime Minister Netanyahu's war cabinet, members are demanding a decisive strategy to end the war, accusing Netanyahu of prioritizing his political survival. In other news, Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's home flew an upside-down flag post-2020 election, a symbol adopted by the "stop the steal" movement. Alito attributed this to a dispute his wife had with a neighbor over anti-Trump signs. Additionally, Rudy Giuliani was served indictment papers in Arizona for his role in attempting to overturn the 2020 election at his 80th birthday party. Finally, David DePape, who attacked Nancy Pelosi's husband, was sentenced to 30 years in prison. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Reuters: Helicopter carrying Iranian President Raisi crashes, search under way NY Times: Who is Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi? CBS News: Bodies of three hostages, including Shani Louk, recovered by Israeli forces in Gaza, officials say NY Times: Israel-Hamas War in Gaza: Latest Updates NY Times: Display at Alito's Home Renews Questions of Supreme Court's Impartiality NBC News: Rudy Giuliani is served indictment papers at his own birthday party after mocking Arizona attorney general  WA Post: Attacker of Paul Pelosi, David DePape, sentenced to 30 years in prison Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A national day of mourning in Iran as news erupts that their president, Ebrahim Raisi is dead, and some are very suspicious that someone may be behind it! At the same time, the International Criminal Court has just issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity! What do these two events have to do with each other? Tune in to find out! -- Stay Connected to Dr. Steve moving forward on the new Turley Talks Platform at: https://fight.turleytalks.com Join me and Ross Givens this Thursday, May 23rd, at 3 pm EST, and learn how you can use the same insider information Pelosi and others have used to make MILLIONS. You're not going to want to miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime FREE TRAINING! Click here to register TODAY!! https://turleytalksinsidertrading.com/registration/?tambid=18762   *The content presented by our partners may contain affiliate links. When you click and shop the links, Turley Talks may receive a small commission.* Highlights: “Israeli officials had to issue a public denial of having anything to do with the crash, and at this point, it does appear that Iranian officials are indeed blaming the incident on inclement weather.” “Whether it's the conflict in Israel between Israeli forces and Hamas, or the conflict in Ukraine, Iran is there. Iran is a major player in the emerging geopolitics defining global order today.” Timestamps: [02:55] Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi killed in a helicopter crash [04:52] Iran's relationship with Russia [06:35] The International Criminal Court's arrest warrants for both Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu  -- Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and/or leave a review. FOLLOW me on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/DrTurleyTalks Click here to partner with us and defy liberal culture! https://advertising.turleytalks.com/sponsorship Sign up for the 'New Conservative Age Rising' Email Alerts to get lots of articles on conservative trends: https://turleytalks.com/subscribe/.

Day 810.Today, we discuss the latest from the battlefields of Ukraine and Russia, take a brief look at the implications of the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, and talk to Foreign Correspondent Colin Freeman about his recent reporting tour in the Donbas. Contributors:Dom Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X.RolandOliphant (Senior Foreign Correspondent). @RolandOliphant onX.Colin Freeman (Foreign Correspondent). @ColinFreeman on X.Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A major search operation is continuing for Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister after their aircraft went missing in bad weather. Also: Argentina's President Javier Milei insults the Spanish PM's wife, and the how the battle to be the English Premier League champions went down to the wire.

On Wednesday, the Senate moved to dismiss two articles of impeachment against Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas over his handling of the border. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said Democrats needed “to set a precedent that impeachment should never be used to settle policy disagreements.” Congressional reporter Matt Laslo breaks down the vibes on Capitol Hill.And in headlines: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi warned Israel that even the “tiniest invasion” on their part would provoke a “massive” response, President Joe Biden may not appear on Ohio's ballot this November, and Arizona Republicans defeated another effort to repeal the state's near-total abortion ban.Show Notes:What 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