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Illinois lawmakers failed to pass a bill before the end of their spring legislative session that would've allowed the Chicago Bears to build a new stadium in Arlington Heights. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the news and what it means about the team's future.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

Illinois lawmakers worked into the early hours Monday morning in Springfield but couldn't fully pass a bill before the end of their spring legislative session that would stop the Chicago Bears from leaving the state for Indiana.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

Illinois lawmakers worked into the early hours Monday morning in Springfield but couldn't fully pass a bill before the end of their spring legislative session that would stop the Chicago Bears from leaving the state for Indiana.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

Darren Indyke, Jeffrey Epstein's longtime personal attorney and co-executor of his estate, testified before the House Oversight Committee that he had “no knowledge whatsoever” of Epstein's sexual abuse or trafficking activities during the decades he worked for him. He described his role as limited to legal and business matters—handling corporate, transactional, and general legal services—and insisted he neither witnessed misconduct nor was ever informed of it. Indyke also claimed he did not socialize with Epstein and said that if he had known about the abuse, he would have immediately cut ties.During the testimony, Indyke acknowledged continuing to work with Epstein even after his 2008 conviction, saying Epstein appeared remorseful and assured him the behavior would not happen again—an explanation he now says he regrets believing. Lawmakers, particularly Democrats, reacted with skepticism, criticizing his answers as defensive and raising concerns that he and others may have helped shield Epstein's activities. The deposition is part of a broader, increasingly contentious congressional investigation into Epstein's network, with ongoing demands for more documents, including potential evidence such as hard drives tied to Epstein's operations.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Darren Indyke, Epstein attorney, denies knowledge of financier's sexual abuse | CNN PoliticsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

The Vermont Legislature adjourned for the session Friday evening after Democratic lawmakers and Gov. Phil Scott reached an agreement on education reform. Lawmakers also passed a budget bill and a yield bill to set tax rates, and Gov. Scott is expected to sign all three. To help us make sense of this sessions' hot topics are a trio of Vermont Public statehouse reporters: Peter Hirschfeld and Lola Duffort in Montpelier, and Report for America fellow Carly Berlin, who covers housing and infrastructure for Vermont Public and VTDigger.

Illinois lawmakers have approved a wide-ranging cannabis, hemp, and regulatory omnibus bill, sending one of the most significant cannabis policy packages in years to Governor J.B. Pritzker's desk. In this episode, Cole breaks down the major provisions, including proposed increases to possession limits, drive-thru and curbside dispensary pickup, expanded medical access, telehealth certifications, fee relief for smaller operators, and changes to cultivation and security requirements. Cole also examines the bill's controversial hemp provisions, which supporters say create regulatory clarity but critics argue amount to a de facto hemp ban in Illinois. Plus, he discusses what the legislation could mean for patients, consumers, businesses, and the future of cannabis policy in the state. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2026/06/01/e287/

Cole Preston goes live from Springfield with a Sunday morning update as the Illinois legislative session enters its final stretch. He breaks down the latest developments surrounding Senate Bill 3229, including new amendment language tied to federal hemp law, ongoing negotiations between lawmakers, and reporting from Capital News Illinois on the state's cannabis and hemp omnibus package. Along the way, Cole shares his thoughts on hemp regulation, the relationship between hemp and Illinois' licensed cannabis market, and why he believes broader reform could address many of the concerns currently being debated. He also explains why May 31 is such an important legislative deadline, discusses what happens if lawmakers miss it, and gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how he tracks legislation in real time. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2026/06/01/e285/

North Carolina state lawmakers are in the midst of the 2026 legislative session and, as had been expected, several important proposals are advancing that could impact everything from alcohol sales to the state constitution. On the alcohol front, it appears that the recent ongoing trend to move the state away from longstanding blue laws continues as the demands of retailers and producers seem to slowly be overcoming the objections of religious conservatives and other alcohol opponents. And recently, as part of a wide-ranging two-part conversation with NC Newsline government and politics reporter Brandon Kingdollar, we dug into precisely what's under consideration and what the competing sides are saying. In Part One of our recent extended conversation NC Newsline government and politics reporter Brandon Kingdollar, we examined the ongoing debate at the General Assembly over our state's regulation of alcohol sales and how proposals to liberalize and privatize the process and move away from older, more restrictive regulatory schemes appear to be making headway. In Part Two of our chat, we turned our attention to a series of constitutional amendments that Republican leaders are moving to place on the fall ballot that deal with an array of subjects – some of them potentially hugely impactful and some more symbolic that appear to be designed mostly to help drive conservative voter turnout. Click here for the full interview with NC Newsline government and politics reporter Brandon Kingdollar.

"Take the Dough, We Gotta Know" is the name of a bipartisan bill requiring more oversight into the controversial EdChoice voucher program. But will it go anywhere with mere days until summer recess?Ohio doesn't have enough oversight into EdChoice, the state-funded program giving families vouchers for their kids to go to private K-12 schools, according to two state lawmakers who say they want to change that.Senate Bill 443, introduced last Wednesday by Sen. Bill Blessing (R-Colerain Twp.) and Sen. Kent Smith (D-Euclid), would establish a dozen new accountability measures.Data centers in Ohio will no longer enjoy a key tax break at least for now.The pause, announced by Gov. Mike DeWine comes as lawmakers discuss the industry's future here.As resident anger over data centers builds and lost revenue from combined incentives tops $1 billion, which is far more than was previously known.A pastor turned Ohio lawmaker pushes a bill named for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.The Ohio Supreme Court weighs in on a massive solar project in Madison County on land partially owned by Bill Gates.Calling all STEM students: the state has $26 million in college scholarships for you.We're digging into all of these topics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Sarah Donaldson, reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauLaura Hancock, politics and policy reporter, Cleveland.comJake Zuckerman, reporter, Signal Ohio

Illinois lawmakers left numerous options open to stop the Chicago Bears from leaving for Indiana on Sunday as they entered the final day of the spring legislature in Springfield. That includes a potential stadium in Chicago.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

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Pam Bondi's congressional appearance today is centered on her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files while she was attorney general, especially the messy rollout, the shifting public explanations, and the lingering questions about what the Justice Department released, withheld, redacted, or claimed did not exist. Bondi is appearing before the House Oversight Committee in a closed-door, transcribed interview rather than a public, televised hearing, which is already a major source of criticism because the subject is supposed to be transparency. Lawmakers are expected to press her on her earlier public suggestion that an Epstein “client list” was on her desk, the later DOJ/FBI memo saying there was no evidence of such a chargeable list, the release of millions of pages of Epstein-related material, and the backlash from survivors and members of Congress who argue the process still left too many unanswered questions.The DOJ missed the act's December 19 deadline and later released documents in a way that drew criticism over redactions, survivor privacy concerns, and whether the most important institutional questions were being dodged. Bondi is expected to defend the department's handling of the files, while House Oversight members are likely to focus on whether the release was truly comprehensive or another stage-managed disclosure designed to quiet public outrage without fully explaining how Epstein operated, who benefited, and why the system protected him for so long.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Pam Bondi testifies behind closed doors in House committee's Epstein probe - CBS News

Here's a brief review of several stories Jim covered on this week's broadcast: --President Trump is weighing whether or not to approve the 60 day Memorandum of Understanding with Iran that could extend the fragile cease-fire in the Middle East, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and launch a new round of negotiations over the nuclear program. --According to President Trump, the enriched uranium that is buried underground in Iran will be unearthed by the U.S. under close coordination and in conjunction with Iran, the International Atomic Energy Agency, and it will be destroyed. --The State Department and the Treasury Department announced that the U.S. will impose new sanctions on Iran's oil sales. --A dual Iraqi/Iranian citizen was indicted yesterday on terrorism-related charges in what the Justice Department alleged was a lengthy spree plotting nearly 20 attacks on American and European soil. --First daughter Ivanka Trump was targeted for assassination by IRGC trained terrorists in a twisted plot to avenge their mentor being taken out by President Trump. --The Trump administration is cutting the number of weapons systems that it's willing to contribute to NATO actions. --Poland has offered to build the infrastructure necessary to host a permanent U.S. troop presence in a bid to clarify the situation between the two long-time NATO allies. --Lawmakers say the Pentagon must act after smartphone data used to target U.S. troops. --The Trump administration will extend deportation protections and work permits for thousands of Lebanese nationals in the U.S. for six months, according to a notice posted to the Federal Register on Wednesday.

Pam Bondi's congressional appearance today is centered on her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files while she was attorney general, especially the messy rollout, the shifting public explanations, and the lingering questions about what the Justice Department released, withheld, redacted, or claimed did not exist. Bondi is appearing before the House Oversight Committee in a closed-door, transcribed interview rather than a public, televised hearing, which is already a major source of criticism because the subject is supposed to be transparency. Lawmakers are expected to press her on her earlier public suggestion that an Epstein “client list” was on her desk, the later DOJ/FBI memo saying there was no evidence of such a chargeable list, the release of millions of pages of Epstein-related material, and the backlash from survivors and members of Congress who argue the process still left too many unanswered questions.The DOJ missed the act's December 19 deadline and later released documents in a way that drew criticism over redactions, survivor privacy concerns, and whether the most important institutional questions were being dodged. Bondi is expected to defend the department's handling of the files, while House Oversight members are likely to focus on whether the release was truly comprehensive or another stage-managed disclosure designed to quiet public outrage without fully explaining how Epstein operated, who benefited, and why the system protected him for so long.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Pam Bondi testifies behind closed doors in House committee's Epstein probe - CBS NewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

On tonight's program: At long last, eleven weeks after the regular lawmaking session ended, Florida lawmakers have passed a state budget! Among the items that did not make it into the new spending plan, Florida Forever funding; Lawmakers will be back in Tallahassee next week for a special session to reduce property taxes. Although some worry the impact on rural, poorer communities may be severe; Congressional Candidates are weighing in as a potential data center project could be heading to North Florida's Jackson County; Florida public school educators are feeling a bit under attack nowadays; Those adversely impacted by Alligator Alcatraz are patiently waiting for the facility to breathe its last; And some young reporters are jumping in to fill the news gap left in places no longer served by professional journalists.

This week, Dave and Ben sit down to discuss a growing bipartisan effort to support CISA. Throughout the conversation, the two look at how lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are showing greater support for CISA after the Trump administration cut its budget and workforce. Both Representatives Don Bacon and James Walkinshaw voiced their support for the agency, emphasizing that it was essential to protecting civilian networks and critical infrastructure. Additionally, the two look at the Pope's recent warning on AI. While this show covers legal topics, and Ben is a lawyer, the views expressed do not constitute legal advice. For official legal advice on any of the topics we cover, please contact your attorney.  Links to today's stories: Lawmakers from both parties say CISA cuts have gone too far.⁠ Pope Leo says AI must be 'disarmed' in first major teaching. Get the weekly Caveat Briefing delivered to your inbox. Like what you heard? Be sure to check out and subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Caveat Briefing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a weekly newsletter available exclusively to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠N2K Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ members on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠N2K CyberWire's⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ website. N2K Pro members receive our Thursday wrap-up covering the latest in privacy, policy, and research news, including incidents, techniques, compliance, trends, and more. This week's Caveat Briefing ⁠looks into California's new Executive Order, which aims to address concerns related to AI-related job displacement. Curious about the details? Head over to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Caveat Briefing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for the full scoop and additional compelling stories. Got a question you'd like us to answer on our show? You can send your audio file to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠caveat@thecyberwire.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Hope to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 23, 2021: 'Sports owners have notoriously short arms when it comes to their own deep pockets but gladly open their palms wide for public handouts.'Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

Democrats are demanding that the Department of Agriculture secure new childcare options for federal employees. In April, USDA's current childcare service provider announced it would not renew its contract, closing two childcare centers in the D.C. region in July. But Democrats say USDA has not communicated any plans to offer an alternative to the employees who rely on those centers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lawmakers around the country are trying to make it easier to access raw milk. Our co-host Sean takes a sip. This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Gabriel Dunatov, engineered by David Tatasciore and Bridger Dunnagan, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram. A cow gets acquainted with Today, Explained's Sean Rameswaram at Prigel Family Creamery in Glen Arm, Maryland. Listen to Today, Explained ad-free by becoming a Vox Member: vox.com/members. New Vox members get $20 off their membership right now. Transcript at ⁠vox.com/today-explained-podcast.⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lawmakers recently instructed the Federal Emergency Management Agency to develop a more transparent system for reimbursing states post-disaster. Local governments apply for Public Assistance grants to fund emergency responses, but may wait years for updates and payments.

CapRadio reporter breaks down two congressional races taking place in newly drawn districts. Plus, why lawmakers continue to kill bills that would make lobbying at the capitol more transparent. And, Gabriela Lena Frank adds another prize to her list.

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to discuss why the charges against the “Broadview Six” were dropped and how Illinois legislation is working to govern AI companies. She also shares details about the indictment of Cuba’s former president and the Supreme Court’s rejection for an appeal from the NFL.

Pope Leo XIV has released Magnifica Humanitas, the first encyclical of his pontificate. Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are divided as President Trump pushes forward with a potential deal to end the Iran war. Meanwhile, the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage began in Fernandina Beach, Florida.

Ohio law already requires voters to show a valid photo ID.So why do Republican lawmakers think that language needs to be written into the state constitution by a voter-approved amendment this November?Speaking of voting, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose experienced first-hand what happens when absentee ballots don't arrive at the board of elections on time.A new prosecution team is tapped to retry two former First Energy executives after the first trial ended in a mistrial.Gov. Mike DeWine has more than 200 days left in his term and said at a recent press event that he's proudest of his efforts to help children.We're digging into all of these topics on a special Tuesday edition of the Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Jeremy Pelzer, chief politics reporter, Cleveland.comSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital Journal

The U.S. House Oversight Committee requested testimony from several high-profile figures — including Bill Gates, Kathryn Ruemmler, and Leon Black — as part of its expanding investigation into connections surrounding Jeffrey Epstein. Committee Chairman James Comer sent letters asking seven individuals to appear before the panel, stating that the committee believes they may possess information relevant to its probe. Lawmakers are examining how Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell built influence among powerful figures, as well as whether federal authorities mishandled aspects of the investigation into the pair's alleged sex-trafficking operation. The requests came as Congress continues reviewing large batches of documents released by the Justice Department following legislation requiring disclosure of Epstein-related files.The documents and testimony requests highlight various previously reported interactions between Epstein and prominent figures. Gates has acknowledged meeting Epstein multiple times between 2011 and 2014 and said he is willing to testify, while maintaining he never witnessed or participated in any illegal activity. Ruemmler, who served as White House counsel under Barack Obama, appeared in emails within the released files and has also indicated she will cooperate with the committee's inquiry. Black, who previously paid Epstein large sums for tax and estate planning advice, is likewise expected to answer questions about his relationship with the financier. None of the individuals asked to testify have been charged with crimes related to Epstein, but lawmakers say their testimony could help clarify how Epstein cultivated relationships with influential people and how those connections may have intersected with the broader investigationto contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Bill Gates among 7 asked to testify before House committee on possible Epstein ties - CBS NewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Ohio law already requires voters to show a valid photo ID.So why do Republican lawmakers think that language needs to be written into the state constitution by a voter-approved amendment this November?Speaking of voting, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose experienced first-hand what happens when absentee ballots don't arrive at the board of elections on time.A new prosecution team is tapped to retry two former First Energy executives after the first trial ended in a mistrial.Gov. Mike DeWine has more than 200 days left in his term and said at a recent press event that he's proudest of his efforts to help children.We're digging into all of these topics on a special Tuesday edition of the Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Jeremy Pelzer, chief politics reporter, Cleveland.comSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital Journal

A bipartisan group of senators is trying to make shutdowns more painful for the members of Congress whose votes cause them. Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) introduced the Prevent Government Shutdowns Act, requiring lawmakers to remain in Washington D.C. until spending bills are passed. It would also institute automatic 14-day continuing resolutions if spending bills aren't approved. The legislation was first introduced in 2019 and a companion bill has been introduced in the House. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 64-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 43,708 on turnover of 16.2-billion N-T. The market closed sharply higher on Monday as the main board registered its fifth ever largest point gain amid continuing investor interest in A-I development related stocks and decreasing concerns over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Lawmakers set to visit Dongsha Island A group of lawmakers are set to visit the Dongsha Island in the South China Sea this summer. If the trip takes place, it will mark the first visit the island by lawmakers in eight years. K-M-T lawmaker Liao Hsien-hsiang says the trip is scheduled for July 9 and lawmakers will inspect Coast Guard personnel stationed on the island and facilities at Dongsha National Park. The group will receive a briefing on the government's latest conservation (保護) and management efforts on the island, visit a water treatment plant and the Dongsha Post Office, and have a guided tour of Dongsha Wharf. Dongsha Island is located about 450 kilometers southwest of Kaohsiung. Jensen Huang to attend employee meeting in Taipei tomorrow Visiting Nvidia C-E-O Jensen Huang will be attending an employee meeting in Taipei tomorrow to celebrate the launch of the company's Taiwan headquarters project. According to Nvidia, the event will be taking place at the the site of the company's planned headquarters at the Beitou-Shilin Technology Park. Known as the Nvidia Constellation, the headquarters will be located on the T-17 and T-18 plots in the technology park, which is located the Taipei's Beitou District. Nvidia has reportedly not yet applied for a construction permit for the site, but the Taipei City Construction Management Office says landowners or developers can still hold ceremonial (儀式的) groundbreaking events without formal approval. Pope calls for regulation of AI Pope Leo the fourteenth is calling for the robust (強壯的) regulation of AI in a manifesto that touches on the future of humanity. AP correspondent Paolo Santalucia reports. That was Paolo Santalucia. Brazil Commits Funds for Ecological Investment The Brazilian government has committed $617.5 million to boost ecological investment in the Amazon. Eight banks have pledged an additional $2 billion. Announced Monday, this funding supports sustainable tourism, infrastructure and the bioeconomy. The Eco Invest program, designed to reduce investment risks, has already committed $28 billion. Brazil aims for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. However, recent legislative moves threaten (威脅) environmental policies. The lower house approved bills that weaken efforts against illegal deforestation. These measures still need Senate approval. Despite setbacks, Brazil's environment minister insists the country remains committed to reducing deforestation. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. －－－－以下為 SoundOn 動態廣告－－－－ 找工作不再焦慮！ 參加YS鋼鐵人職場體驗計畫，讓你在職場脫穎而出！ 專為18-29歲青年打造的免費職涯資源： 1.職涯導師陪伴精準求職 2.60小時實戰工作坊 3.知名企業3-5天職場體驗 6/14前報名迎戰三大職場試煉，煉就鋼鐵通才：https://sofm.pse.is/954797 -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

May 24, 2026; 7am: Secret Service agents shot and killed a gunman who opened fire near a security checkpoint. A bystander was shot during the gunfire exchange and was rushed to a nearby hospital in serious condition. It is unclear whether that person was struck by the gunman or a responding officer. Sources tell MS NOW the suspect is identified as 21-year-old Nasire Best, who had previous encounters with the Secret Service last summer and was ordered to stay away from the White House. MS NOW White House Correspondent Jake Traylor and MS NOW Law Enforcement Analyst and Former U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger join “The Weekend” to discuss the latest. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnow TikTok: @theweekendmsnow 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.

May 24, 2026; 9am: President Trump put his authoritarian tendencies on full display this week as he is pushing to give his allies $1.8 billion dollars of taxpayer money over claims of government “weaponization”. MS NOW Legal Analyst Andrew Weissmann joins The Weekend to discuss. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnbc.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnbc TikTok: @theweekendmsnbc 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.

May 23, 2026; 7am: In a rare show of defiance, members of President Trump's own party are pushing back against his so-called anti-weaponization fund, which could give millions to January 6 rioters. Republican lawmakers have described the $1.8B fund as “utterly stupid, morally wrong”, “unexplainable,” a galactic blunder,” and “stupid on stilts.” Ali Vitali, host of “Way Too Early” and MS NOW Senior Congressional Reporter, and Jeff Mason, White House Correspondent for Bloomberg, join “The Weekend” to discuss. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnow TikTok: @theweekendmsnow   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.

Trump hits pause on an AI executive order. Lawmakers sound alarms over CISA cuts. A sophisticated scareware campaign traps users in fake tech support scams. Ubiquiti patches critical UniFi flaws. The U.S. pours billions into quantum computing. Researchers uncover delayed Google API key revocation. Canadian authorities arrest the alleged Kimwolf botnet operator. Two Americans plead guilty in a global tech support fraud scheme. Our guest is Ankit Kumar Honey, Senior Engineering Manager for Dependabot at GitHub, discussing closing the agentic gap between alert and patch at a global scale. AI generated reports still come up short.  Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Ankit Kumar Honey, Senior Engineering Manager for Dependabot at GitHub, joins us to discuss closing the agentic gap between alert and patch at a global scale. Selected Reading Why Trump's AI executive order was pulled (Axios) Restoring CISA is one issue many lawmakers can agree on (Federal News Network) U.S. CISA adds Trend Micro Apex One and Langflow to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (Security Affairs) Threat Spotlight: CypherLoc, an advanced browser-locking scareware targeting millions (Barracuda Networks Blog) Ubiquiti patches three max severity UniFi OS vulnerabilities (Bleeping Computer) Department of Commerce Announces Letters of Intent With 9 Companies for $2 Billion to Accelerate U.S. Leadership in Quantum Computing (NIST) Google API keys keep working after you delete them (Akido) Alleged Kimwolf Botmaster ‘Dort' Arrested, Charged in U.S. and Canada (Krebs on Security) Two Americans plead guilty to assisting India-based tech support scam centers (The Record) AI-generated reporting: Lessons learned from Cisco Talos Incident Response (Cisco) Share your feedback. What do you think about CyberWire Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show. Want to hear your company in the show? N2K CyberWire helps you reach the industry's most influential leaders and operators, while building visibility, authority, and connectivity across the cybersecurity community. Learn more at sponsor.thecyberwire.com. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: AI & AUTOMATIONMicrosoft AI chief gives it 18 months for all white-collar work to be automatedAI backlash becomes a real business riskOpenAI claims it solved an 80-year-old math problem — for real this timeSpotify launching verification badges for podcasts to help listeners avoid AI slopGemini will use Volvo's external cameras to interpret parking signsCYBERSECURITY & PRIVACYHackers have breached tank readers at US gas stations; officials suspect IranA student with a laptop and a radio stopped four high-speed trainsFour OpenClaw flaws let attackers steal data, escalate privileges, plant backdoorsMozilla to UK regulators: VPNs are essential privacy and security toolsBUSINESS & MARKETSSpaceX reveals plan for $1.75tn stock market debut that could make Musk a trillionaireFintech firm Mercury hits $5.2 billion valuation after funding roundTRANSPORTATION & MOBILITYWaymo pauses Atlanta service as its robotaxis keep driving into floods$130 a year for EV drivers? Lawmakers push federal road-use feeCONSUMER TECH & CULTUREWhy 'smart' products have started to look like the dumb choiceAndroid boss reveals the unsurprising reason Google Glass ended up in the tech graveyardSpotify will start reserving concert tickets for fansPhilips' new display has a screen on both sidesWEIRD AND WACKYBitcoin trader recovers $400,000 using Claude AI after getting 'stoned' 11 years agoAI radio hosts demonstrate why AI can't be trusted aloneSwatch shuts UK stores after crowds queue for new watchChewing gum restores dad's taste and smell years after CovidTech Rec:Sanjay - OpenRouter Adam - Lovable's mobile appFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y'all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Thursday, May 21, 20264:20 pm: Yoav Potash, a Holocaust expert, documentarian and director of the film “Among Neighbors,” joins the program for a conversation about America's chilling embrace and normalization of antisemitism.4:38 pm: State Representative Doug Owens joins Rod and Greg to discuss the reasons he pushed for a legislative study of the impacts of data centers on wildlife, water and air.The legislature's Natural Resources Interim Committee approved the study during interim meetings on Wednesday.5:05 pm: Utah Congressman Burgess Owens joins Rod and Greg to discuss his legislation, passed yesterday by the U.S. House of Representatives, that would prohibit schools that hide gender transitioning activities of students from their parents from receiving federal funding.6:05 pm: Economist Steve Moore, co-founder of Unleash Prosperity, joins the show for his weekly conversation about politics and the nation's economy, and today they'll discuss how people are vacationing this Memorial Day despite high gas and food prices, as well as if we can expect new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh to raise interest rates.6:38 pm: Curtis Houck, Managing Editor of NewsBusters at the Media Research Center, joins the program to discuss the outlets post-season analysis of Saturday Night Live that shows 91% of the jokes during the program's “Weekend Update” segments were directed at conservatives.

I've been inside the Minnesota Capitol during final week four times now.I've watched the clock run out. And I've seen something most people miss: the outrage over omnibus bills and back room deals is justified — but the focus is on the wrong thing.Senators Eric Lucero and Michael Holmstrom called it a failure this week: over 1,100 pages of spending and regulations, rammed through in hours, with no time to read before voting.They're right about the outcome. But the cause isn't bad legislators. It's a structural system that makes omnibus bills inevitable.In this video, I walk through the many structural forces that produce this result every single session: hard constitutional deadlines, committee chairs with centralized power, caucus discipline that pressures members to fall in line, and House-Senate brinkmanship that incentivizes waiting until the last minute.Once you see these dynamics, you can't unsee them. And the fix? It's not better people. It's a fundamentally different structure — likely including constitutional changes that most of the people complaining about the current system might resist.0:00 - The outrage nobody explains3:48 - Force 1: The Pressure Cooker5:15 - Force 2: Committee Chairs Ultimate Power6:58 - Force 3: Caucus Discipline 8:37 - Force 4: House vs. Senate Brinkmanship10:27 - Force 5: Tied House12:12 - What Reform Would Actually Require15:39 - It's Not Corruption; It's Structure#WalterHudson #MinnesotaPolitics #MNLeg #ClosingArgument #OmnibusBill #MinnesotaLegislature #legislativereform https://x.com/WalterHudson⬇️ Watch, think critically, and decide for yourself.

Today's word of the day is ‘squiggly' as in squiggly line as in the Thunder as in the Spurs as in SGA as in Wemby. The series is all tied up. Jalen Williams is hurt. Dylan Harper is hurt. There were fouls called and fouls not called. (7:10) The Yankees and Blue Jays had their aces go last night. The aces are young. The aces are not getting back hundreds of millions. But they are aces. So why do teams keep giving out these monster deals? (15:11) Shohei Ohtani is the best. I just can't. A leadoff HR and a scoreless outing pitching. It's just crazy. (20:10) The tarps off movement is sweeping the nation. Shirtless fans at MLB games are losing their minds in the stands. And teams have fully embraced it! (27:00) The Angels of where? Lawmakers in California want the Angels to lose the Los Angeles part of the team name. What? (33:10) Review: Marty, Life is Short. (39:00) NPPOD. Let's take a second to talk about Gerrit Cole and his return for the Yankees. (45:25) Aaron Rodgers says this season is his last year. It's over. One last ride. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘squiggly' as in squiggly line as in the Thunder as in the Spurs as in SGA as in Wemby. The series is all tied up. Jalen Williams is hurt. Dylan Harper is hurt. There were fouls called and fouls not called. (7:10) The Yankees and Blue Jays had their aces go last night. The aces are young. The aces are not getting back hundreds of millions. But they are aces. So why do teams keep giving out these monster deals? (15:11) Shohei Ohtani is the best. I just can't. A leadoff HR and a scoreless outing pitching. It's just crazy. (20:10) The tarps off movement is sweeping the nation. Shirtless fans at MLB games are losing their minds in the stands. And teams have fully embraced it! (27:00) The Angels of where? Lawmakers in California want the Angels to lose the Los Angeles part of the team name. What? (33:10) Review: Marty, Life is Short. (39:00) NPPOD. Let's take a second to talk about Gerrit Cole and his return for the Yankees. (45:25) Aaron Rodgers says this season is his last year. It's over. One last ride. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pope Leo addresses AI and Europe's future in a meeting with EU bishops. Meanwhile, we learn how Catholics are being affected by the rising Ebola crisis. And, Lawmakers remain divided over the DOJ indictment of former President of Cuba Raúl Castro.

The congressional committee overseeing aspects of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation has too often projected disorganization rather than discipline. Hearings have at times devolved into partisan sparring, with members appearing more focused on cable-news soundbites than methodical fact-finding. Lawmakers have publicly contradicted one another about timelines, subpoena strategies, and the scope of requested records, creating confusion about what the committee is actually pursuing. Promised document dumps have been delayed or incomplete, fueling public skepticism about competence and seriousness. Grandstanding exchanges with witnesses have sometimes overshadowed substantive lines of inquiry, leaving key evidentiary gaps unexplored in open session. When members use hearings to relitigate broader political grievances instead of drilling down into financial trails, prosecutorial decisions, or institutional failures, it weakens the perception of rigor. The result, to many observers, is an oversight effort that appears reactive and fragmented rather than strategic and coordinated.That perception is amplified when internal leaks, public infighting, and inconsistent messaging dominate headlines more than concrete findings. Announcements of “bombshell” revelations have occasionally yielded little new information, undermining credibility. Meanwhile, disputes over jurisdiction, document redactions, and executive-branch compliance have played out in public without a clear, unified enforcement plan. For a case that implicates powerful institutions and demands precision, the optics of confusion and theatrics can make the process look unserious. Oversight works best when it is disciplined, bipartisan where possible, and relentlessly evidence-driven. When it instead resembles political theater it risks eroding public trust in Congress's ability to deliver accountability in one of the most scrutinized scandals in recent memory.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Serious investigation or ‘clown show'? Clintons' closed testimonies on Epstein leave room for disagreement - POLITICOBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

May 21, 2026- We discuss a potential update to the state's Child Victims Act that would ensure government entities could be found liable for sexual abuse that happens at foster care organizations they contract with. Our guest is attorney Jeff Herman.

The Montana Republican Party has taken aim this year at incumbent state lawmakers it feels have strayed from the party line. At the top of its ouster list is one of the Legislature's most powerful members: Rep. Llew Jones of Conrad. MTPR's Austin Amestoy sat down with Montana PBS reporter Sam Wilson to learn more.

A.M. Edition for May 20. Thomas Massie's ouster in the Kentucky primary, highlights President Trump's growing grip on the Republican party. We take a closer look at the evening's other ballots and what it all means for the midterms. Plus, WSJ editor Jason Douglas explains why a global selloff in bonds is bad news for stock markets too. And the EU agrees to move forward with its U.S. trade deal, warding off new auto tariffs. Daniel Bach hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Former MCC guard Tova Noel, believed to be the last person to see Jeffrey Epstein alive before his death in August 2019, testified before the House Oversight Committee that Epstein received “special treatment” while housed at the federal jail in Manhattan. According to lawmakers who attended the interview, Noel said Epstein was treated differently from other inmates, including receiving extra bed linens, access to a CPAP machine, and medications in a manner that stood out from normal inmate handling. That testimony immediately sharpened the central question surrounding Epstein's custody: not simply whether he died by suicide, but how a high-profile inmate who had reportedly attempted suicide weeks earlier was still able to obtain the very materials later tied to his death.Noel also addressed questions about roughly $12,000 in cash deposits she received between April 2018 and July 2019, including one deposit shortly before Epstein died, saying those transfers had nothing to do with Epstein. Lawmakers noted that earlier FBI review of her bank records did not find evidence of a bribe, but the broader picture remains damning for MCC's basic security failures. Noel and another guard had previously been charged with falsifying records to make it appear they performed required inmate checks, with both later reaching deals that led to the charges being dropped. The testimony adds another layer to the long-running scrutiny of Epstein's death: a facility already plagued by staffing failures, missed rounds, falsified logs, unexplained special privileges, and a chain of custody so broken that even lawmakers who accept the official suicide finding are still asking how the system allowed it to happen.to contact me:bobycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Epstein got 'special treatment' in jail, former guard tells House Oversight Committee - ABC News

The House Oversight Committee voted to subpoena Attorney General Pam Bondi to testify about the Justice Department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, a move that reflected growing frustration in Congress over what lawmakers say has been a deeply flawed and opaque disclosure process. The subpoena passed in a 24–19 vote, with several Republicans joining Democrats in demanding that Bondi appear before the committee to explain why the department missed legal deadlines and failed to release large portions of the Epstein records despite the requirements of the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Lawmakers say that while the Justice Department released millions of pages of documents, investigators believe tens of thousands of files remain withheld or offline, raising serious concerns that the public has not been given the full picture. The vote to compel Bondi's testimony amounted to a rare bipartisan rebuke of the nation's top law-enforcement official and signaled mounting anger in Congress over what many members believe has been a pattern of evasion and incomplete disclosure.Critics have argued that Bondi's handling of the Epstein files has been marked by delays, contradictions, and combative responses to oversight rather than transparency. Lawmakers and investigators have accused the Justice Department under her leadership of missing mandated release deadlines, redacting or withholding key documents, and failing to provide clear explanations for why large portions of the records remain unavailable. During earlier congressional questioning, Bondi reportedly deflected direct questions about Epstein's accomplices and the status of ongoing investigations, which only deepened suspicions that the department may be shielding powerful figures connected to the case. The subpoena now forces Bondi to answer under oath about decisions that critics say have undermined confidence in the Justice Department's commitment to fully exposing Epstein's network. For many in Congress, the issue is no longer simply about document management—it is about whether the nation's top prosecutor has obstructed transparency in one of the most explosive criminal investigations in modern history.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:House panel votes to subpoena Pam Bondi for Epstein files testimonyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Send us Fan MailWe talk with Iowa State Representative Ann Meyer about how mental health legislation gets built and why access to care still fails families in crisis. We dig into provider shortages, the fight for mandatory follow-up after commitment, and how constituents can move lawmakers with personal stories and local relationships. • her path from nursing to the Iowa House and why constituent stories changed her focus • why access to mental health care breaks down during a crisis and what “waiting” really means • the provider shortage problem and steps to grow psychiatry and therapy capacity • incentives that help recruit and retain clinicians in rural states • why 30 days of treatment is often not enough for severe mental illness • the case management follow-up bill that passed the House then stalled in the Senate • how law enforcement and ERs absorb the cost when the system fails • homelessness, shelter rules, and the overlap with substance use disorder • how to speed change through education, budgeting strategies, and persistent advocacy • why reaching out to your state legislator works and how to do it with a personal story If you know someone who has a story to share, tell them to contact us at why notme.world. One last thing spread the word about why not me. INTRO/OUTRO Music: T. WildMantor Music BMIhttps://tonymantor.comhttps://Facebook.com/tonymantorhttps://instagram.com/tonymantorhttps://twitter.com/tonymantorhttps://youtube.com/tonymantormusicintro/outro music bed written by T. WildWhy Not Me the World music published by Mantor Music (BMI)

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This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.On today's edition of The Briefing, Dr. Mohler discusses what to watch for as President Trump goes to Beijing, Chinese spies in U.S. political offices, the theater of international diplomacy, and the end of Dr. Marty Makary's tenure as FDA Commissioner.Part I (00:13 – 12:57)Statecraft on the World Stage: What to Watch For as President Trump Goes to BeijingPart II (12:57 – 18:19)Chinese Spies in U.S. Political Offices: China is Seeking to Subvert the American System, Which Includes Infiltrating America With Its Own AgentsCalifornia Mayor Will Plead Guilty to Working as Agent of China by The New York Times (Pooja Salhotra)He Offered a Lawmaker's Aide Quick Cash. Was He Spying for China? by The New York Times (Dustin Volz)Part III (18:19 – 22:27)Diplomatic Security and President Trump's Visit to China: Honor, Dignity, and the Deeply Serious (and Sometimes Absurd) Theater of International DiplomacyHow to Avoid Fistfights and Poisonings at a World Leaders Summit by The Wall Street Journal (Lingling Wei)Part IV (22:27 – 25:43)Dr. Marty Makary Spends His Ninth Political Life: Dr. Makary is Out as FDA Commissioner – This Could Be a Big Win for the Pro-Life MovementHawley Statement on Resignation of FDA Commissioner Makary by U.S. Senator for Missouri (Sen. Joshua Hawley)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

1. Local Government Infiltration Case A former Arcadia, California mayor (Wang) allegedly: Admitted to acting as an undisclosed agent for the Chinese government. Faces a felony charge with potential prison time. Prosecutors claim she: Worked with Chinese officials for years before and during her time in office. Helped spread pro‑Beijing propaganda. 2. Use of Media for Influence Wang allegedly operated a Chinese-language website (“US News Center”) that: Posed as independent news. Was actually used to publish content directed by Chinese officials. The platform: Targeted Chinese-American audiences. Distributed messaging favorable to the Chinese Communist Party. 3. Direct Coordination with Chinese Officials Communication reportedly occurred via WeChat. Chinese officials: Sent prewritten propaganda articles. Requested edits and monitored engagement. Wang allegedly: Published content quickly. Sent analytics and performance data back to officials. 4. Narrative Control Example One cited article denied: Forced labor and human rights abuses in China. This illustrates: Efforts to shape U.S. perceptions of sensitive geopolitical issues. 5. Escalation to Political Power Concern heightened because: Wang rose into elected office while allegedly maintaining these ties. Suggests potential for policy influence at municipal level. 6. Federal Espionage Recruitment Attempt A second case involves: A House committee staffer being approached by a suspected Chinese operative. The offer: Up to $10,000+ for policy insights. Included advance payment to build trust. Targeted information: U.S. foreign policy, trade, and national security issues. 7. Spy Recruitment Tactics Alleged methods include: Financial incentives (“easy money” offers). Gradual relationship-building (“trial period”). Persistent communication and probing questions. Reflects a strategy of incremental access to sensitive information. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.