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Election Day is here in South Carolina, and the primary race comes down to a battle for true conservative representation!

Today on America in the MorningPrimary Day Recap Primaries were held in Florida, Alaska and Wyoming Tuesday, while voters in California held a special election to replace Democratic congressman Eric Swalwell.  John Stolnis has a recap from Washington.  Trump Claims Strait Of Hormuz US Territory President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are defending the conditions of the U-S-S Abraham Lincoln as the president posts an image of a map that now shows the Strait of Hormuz as US territory.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest in the Middle East.   Additional Canada Tariffs Halted President Trump said Tuesday night he was delaying temporarily the 50% U.S. tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian imports after the two countries reached a last-minute deal an hour before the sanctions were to go into effect.  America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has details.   College Drug Trafficking Two Penn State University fraternities are in deep trouble for making pledges participate in a drug trafficking scheme.  As Lisa Dwyer reports, more than a dozen people have been arrested for transporting drugs over state lines to sell on campus.   Latest On Lala One person has died, thousands still remain without power and there's widespread destruction in Hawaii from Tropical Storm Lala.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.   Disney Sues FCC Both Disney and ABC television are filing a lawsuit against the FCC.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports the legal challenge is to the Trump administration's call for an early license renewal process, and claims the FCC is violating the network's free speech rights.   Pennsylvania Data Center Rules Pennsylvania will be taking a hard line against data centers, announcing significant restrictions on projects, including that any data center being built must pay for their own power.  Sue Aller reports that other restrictions in the governor's executive order include who they can hire, and strict guidelines on water use.   South Korea Reacts To Scaled Back Maneuvers South Korea is reacting to President Trump's order to scale back annual joint exercises between the South Korean and American military.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports that the president's decision was due in part to the South Korean government's refusal to help in the fight against Iran and keep vital shipping lanes open.   Meta Goes To Court Attorneys representing four states argued in court that Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta developed its products to hook young users on its platforms.  Correspondent Kelvin Chan reports that Meta is also being accused of harvesting the data of children under 13 to benefit the tech giant.   Minnesota Sues Texas Minnesota's attorney general sued the governor of Texas on Tuesday, seeking to compel the extradition of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent charged with wounding a man and then lying to justify the shooting during the agency's crackdown in Minneapolis.  Overton Picked To Head FDA President Donald Trump will nominate White House official Heidi Overton to be the next commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration.      Finally   More details are emerging into the death of actress Hayden Panittiere, including word of a “bag of medication” and the 9-1-1 call in a heavily redacted incident report.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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47:28- Hogan Gidley, Former National Press Secretary for the Trump campaign and former White House Deputy Press Secretary Topic: Primaries today and the impact on the Trump administration; President Trump goes after CNN reporter 58:53- Ryan Eldredge, Sales & Marketing Director for Six Flags Great Adventure Topic: Ocean/Monmouth County Spotlight 1:07:18- K.T. McFarland, Former Trump Deputy National Security Advisor and the author of "Revolution: Trump, Washington and 'We The People'” Topic: MOU expiration and the future of a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran 1:22:23- David Fischer, CEO of Landmark Capital Topic: The state of the U.S. debt and U.S. dollar; Fort Knox in the news 1:41:58- Nicole Parker, Special Agent with the FBI from 2010 through October 2022, Fox News contributor, and the author of "The Two FBIs: The Bravery and Betrayal I Saw in My Time at the Bureau" Topic: President Trump's effort to decrease crime 1:55:10- Gianno Caldwell, Fox News Political Analyst, founder of the Caldwell Institute for Public Safety and the host of the "Outloud with Gianno Caldwell" podcast Topic: "Florida needs Byron Donalds to protect the DeSantis legacy" (Fox News op ed)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on America in the MorningTrump's Iran & Oman Threats The 60-day deadline for ending the war with Iran that President Trump signed in France has now expired, and the President has come up with two new threats against Iran and one of the top US allies in the Persian Gulf.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.  Primary Day Several states are holding primary elections today as we inch closer to the midterms.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports there's confusion in Alaska where the Senate race has incumbent Dan Sullivan challenging another Republican candidate with the same name.   Hero Lifeguard Honored At The White House A teenage lifeguard who bravely jumped into dangerous surf to rescue a 10-year-old who was being pulled out into the Pacific Ocean was honored at the White House Monday, sitting down with President Trump.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports also in attendance, the 10-year-old boy that lifeguard saved.   Damage Worsens From Lala At least one person has died, thousands remain without power, and some towns are cut off after roads were washed away from Tropical Storm Lala that damaged several of the Hawaiian Islands.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   SCOTUS Says No To Trump The nation's highest court has again rebuffed President Trump's latest attempt to overturn a jury verdict against him.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports.   Vandals Blamed On More DC Damage President Trump is again pointing the finger of blame at vandals for damaged grass on the National Mall near the White House.   Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.   Trump Responds To USS Alabama Today marks 61 days since the U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding that called for a wider peace deal to be negotiated within that timeframe, and that time has now come and gone.  Another issue of the war has been the long deployment of US troops aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that the president is calling news of food shortages and morale problems on the aircraft carrier “fake news.”   South Korea Reacts To Scaled Back Maneuvers South Korea hopes for the resumption of diplomacy between the U.S. and North Korea to help ease animosities on the Korean Peninsula.  Correspondent Luke Garatt reports this comes after President Trump ordered a scaling back of annual U.S. military exercises with South Korea.   Trump-Ossoff War Of Words President Trump and Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff are trading increasingly personal attacks, as the political battle over Georgia's Senate seat heats up.  Joan Jones reports on the back-and-forth between the Democrat Senator and the White House.   Congressman's New Trouble The House Ethics Committee is investigating a current Democrat lawmaker over allegations of sexual misconduct.  Mangione's State Trial Postponed The man accused of shooting healthcare CEO Brian Thompson to death in New York City will not go to trial in state court next month as previously scheduled.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Finally   Actress Hayden Panettiere passed away on Sunday, and questions abound as to how she died at the age of 36.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the latest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Connecticut Today" host Paul Pacelli welcomed Connecticut's Primary Day 2026 by wondering why so many Connecticut residents constantly vote for candidates who get very little done (00:29). ABC News law enforcement contributor and retired Senior Secret Service Agent Don Mihalek dropped by (14:50), along with columnist and blogger Meghan Portfolio (19:48)

Host Paul Pacelli opened Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" looking at the previous night's primary results, which included an easy win for incumbent Gov. Ned Lamont and an upset win for former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin (00:34). ABC News Campaign Reporter Gaby Vinick dropped by to chat about some other key national primaries (14:16), while Hearst Connecticut Media's Dan Haar offered his thoughts on some of Tuesday's final numbers (17:16). He also talked about the death of former Connecticut Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman

Hugh discusses the election in Wisconsin, the Michigan Senate race, the midterms and Iran with Behnam Ben Taleblu, Matthew Continetti, and James Lileks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on America in the MorningSix States Primary Day There were surprises in a number of elections as six states held primary elections on Tuesday.  John Stolnis has the details from Washington.   Severe Midwest Weather A massive storm moved through Illinois, Indiana, and into Ohio that included reports of tornadoes and flooding.  Tornado sirens were heard in Cincinnati, and heavy rain was also felt in Kentucky and West Virginia.  There were reports of homes and businesses damaged, as many as one million people lost power on Tuesday, including nearly 400,000 power customers in Indiana, and flights at airports from Chicago to New York experienced massive delays and cancellations.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports Ohio's governor said so far one person has died from the severe weather.   Trump Airplane Threat An Iranian assassination threat against President Donald Trump that the New York Times reports involved shoulder-fired missiles prompted an extraordinary operation last month using an alternate aircraft and a catering truck to move the president while the White House said he was aboard Air Force One.  America in the Morning's Jeff McKay reports that the clandestine mission has left some unanswered questions, and now Congress wants answers.   Mangione Judge Rules On Jury The jurors in accused CEO killer Luigi Mangione's state murder trial in New York will be kept anonymous over concerns that they may be subject to harassment or intimidation if their identifying information is publicly released.    Mamdani's New Tax Blocked A judge has temporarily blocked the rollout of New York City's controversial surcharge on high-value second homes.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   US Man In Russian Prison Released Russia has released a former U.S. Marine held on a disputed charge after his family said he was near death.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Latest In US-Iran War The U.S. military says American forces recently fired on a Panamanian-flagged ship in the Gulf of Oman that tried to evade the American blockade on Iranian ports.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest on the regional conflict in the Middle East.    Ukraine On The Offensive Ukraine is focusing its attacks against the Kremlin by targeting Russian oil and infrastructure facilities with long-range drones almost daily, including a hit on a Russian refinery Tuesday nearly 900 miles inside their border.  This comes as Russia is bringing in North Korean troops and missile launchers to aid in their attacks against Kyiv.  Correspondent Emma Burrows reports. Clancey Trial Testimony Testimony continued Tuesday in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, with jurors hearing more about the Massachusetts mother's mental health treatment in the weeks before she killed her three children.  The details from correspondent Joan Jones.   Debt Interest In The Billions Each Day The CBO says the government's nearly $40 trillion national debt is now costing the Treasury more than $3 billion dollars each day just for service payments.  Hobbs Surprising Running Mate A surprise out of Arizona where Governor Katie Hobbs, a Democrat, has chosen her running mate.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports that Hobb's choice is John Giles, the former Republican mayor of the state's third-largest city.   Finally   Paramount's chief executive David Ellison is floating an exit strategy in relation to their proposed merger with Warner Brothers Discovery, but the exit is not from the merger.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Connecticut's primary results are in—and there's a major shakeup in the First Congressional District. Former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin defeated 14-term Congressman John Larson, marking a historic incumbent primary loss. Meanwhile, Governor Ned Lamont turned back a challenge from progressive state Representative Josh Elliott. For more key takeaways from the primary election, we checked in with Sacred Heart University political professor, Dr. Gary Rose.

Well there was a lot to sift through in the aftermath of Tuesday's Primary Day and the results that followed - Blois Olson shares his thoughts and reaction to the results and what to look for still leading up to November elections!

Full Summary On the August 11, 2026 Primary Day edition of The Charlie James Show on News/Talk 98.9 WORD, host Charlie James provides comprehensive coverage of South Carolina's Republican primary election alongside state legislative discussions. Hours 1 & 2: Primary Day Turnout, Voting Dynamics, and State Budget The show begins with analysis of local voter turnout expectations, Trafalgar polling figures, and early precinct conditions across Upstate South Carolina. Throughout the afternoon, James fields live calls from voters in communities such as Chesnee, Taylors, Powdersville, Greenwood, and Five Forks sharing turnout reports, candidate endorsements (including Ralph Norman, Darlene Graham, and Russell Fry), and experiences at polling places. Conversations address candidate ballot naming rules and voter participation among local faith communities. Turning to state policy, James previews and analyzes South Carolina's $44.4 billion state budget, focusing on controversial $1 placeholders used to stash $377 million in earmarks, adjustments to the homestead exemption, and state incentive funding for Scout Motors. Hour 3: Transparency, National Controversies, and Candidate Critiques Palmetto State Watch researcher Elena Moore joins the broadcast to examine budget transparency, fiscal conservatism, and line-item veto prospects. Following the budget breakdown, James and his callers debate broader topics, including birth tourism, immigration assimilation, global climate rules, and media coverage regarding Dr. Anthony Fauci. James also criticizes Democratic candidate Dr. Annie Andrews over late-term abortion legislation while continuing to take precinct reports from local voters in Clover, Chesnee, and Greenville. Hours 4 & 5: Poll Closings and Live Election Returns As the 7:00 PM poll closing deadline approaches, James counts down the final hour, taking calls from across the region regarding voter turnout, polling site changes, and campaign finance filings. Once the polls close, the show transitions into extended election coverage. James tracks real-time, rapidly shifting statewide primary returns. Early results show candidate Darlene Graham taking a narrow lead, with Ralph Norman and Russell Fry locked in a tight battle for second place, followed by Mark Sanford and Mark Lynch. James analyzes county-by-county returns—noting strong performances by Norman in York County and Fry in Horry County—and anticipates a forthcoming runoff election.

During Hour 5 of the August 11, 2026 Primary Day edition of The Charlie James Show on News/Talk 98.9 WORD, host Charlie James kicks off extended primary coverage as polls close across South Carolina. Throughout the hour, James fields reports from callers giving final precinct turnout numbers while closely tracking early election returns rolling in from counties nationwide and across the state. Early reporting reveals a tight, fluctuating race led by candidate Darlene Graham, with candidates Russell Fry and Ralph Norman locked in a close battle for second place, followed by Mark Sanford and Mark Lynch. Analyzing county-by-county breakdowns, James highlights significant voter turnout, notes the potential impact of high-turnout districts, and anticipates a upcoming runoff election.

Mark dives into some breaking news about President Trump's secret flight to Turkey, which involved a catering truck due to threats from Iran. He also discusses Mayor Mamdani's wife, Rama Duwaji, who is set to travel to Syria and Lebanon. Mark raises concerns about the NYPD officers reportedly accompanying her, questioning their safety. Mamdani's proposed “Pied-à-Terre” tax is facing trouble after a judge's ruling. Today is Connecticut's Primary Day. Mark takes your calls! 

Mark dives into some breaking news about President Trump's secret flight to Turkey, which involved a catering truck due to threats from Iran. He also discusses Mayor Mamdani's wife, Rama Duwaji, who is set to travel to Syria and Lebanon. Mark raises concerns about the NYPD officers reportedly accompanying her, questioning their safety. Mamdani's proposed “Pied-à-Terre” tax is facing trouble after a judge's ruling. Today is Connecticut's Primary Day. Mark explains the latest developments with Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the impact on Gulf oil shipments. He discusses what might happen next after President Trump claims the strait is open. Mark also comments on Democrats' attitudes toward American traditions like Thanksgiving and the NFL. He also recounts a tragic boat accident near Liberty Island where a mother and infant lost their lives. Mark interviews Fox News columnist Liz Peek. Together, they examine why top Democrats, including Obama and Gavin Newsom, are traveling to meet Michigan's newly elected Abdul El-Sayed. They also discuss former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's ambitions for 2028 and the Republican strategy for the midterms, with Liz highlighting their focus on a major new bill. Mark gives an update on singer Frankie Valli's health and reveals a ceremony to honor Lindsey Graham at a joint military base. Mark dives into the surprising appearance of Hunter Biden on Tucker Carlson's show, which drew strong reactions from conservatives. Mark explains Instagram's rise as the top social media platform. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. Bill explains how Donald Trump's legacy could be impacted if he doesn't address ongoing tensions with Iran. Mark and Bill also talk about the growing role of social media in shaping political opinions and the widespread confusion about communism, which he attributes to a lack of education on the topic.

American Robert Gilman is released from prison in Russia and flies home. President Donald Trump says it was after he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, it was for humanitarian reasons due to Gilman's poor health and "Russia asked for no one in return"; Campaign primary day in six states. Republicans in South Carolina are choosing a replacement nominee for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, and among whose running is his sister, Darline Graham, who has been appointed to replace him, while Democrats in Minnesota and Wisconsin are faced with candidates pitting the moderate and progressive wings of the party against each other, for a Senate seat & governorship, respectively; Today is the anniversary of President Trump's declaration of a crime emergency in Washington, DC that led to the deployment of thousands of National Guard troops patrolling the streets; White House has reportedly developed guidelines for voluntary testing of artificial intelligence models for safety and security, but is sharing them only with certain technology companies and not the public. We will talk about that with The Hill's Senior Technology Reporter Miranda Nazzarro. (41) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michele Tafoya joins Sean Spicer just hours before Minnesota's U.S. Senate primary to break down her fundraising edge over the field, who she expects to face in the general, and why she thinks men in women's sports is an 80/20 issue Democrats can't win on. Then, South Carolina Senate candidate Mark Lynch — who finished second to Lindsey Graham in the first primary round — joins to make his case for cracking the top two, and explains why he thinks "Queen Darline" doesn't deserve to be crowned the next Senator of South Carolina without a real fight. ------------------------------------- https://www.seanspicer.com subscribe for an ad free version of this podcast ------------------------------------- Bedford Reinforced Plastics - https://www.bedfordreinforced.com/spicer ------------------------------------- https://ruffgreens.com/⁠ enter code: SPICER for your FREE starter pack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is Tuesday which means it is primary day so what are your thoughts? Did you vote? Is there a better way to bracket the selections down? - we discuss!

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The Vince Coakley Radio Program | Tuesday, August 11th, 2026. Hour 1 Segment 1 – Show rundown Segment 2 – Guest: Congressman Ralph Norman - SC GOP Primary election day Segment 3 – WBT text line talks SC GOP Primary Segment 4 – Report: Foreclosure filings in Charlotte jumped 71% in first half of 2026 Hour 2 Segment 1 – Transformation Tuesday Segment 2 – Reaction to Transformation Tuesday | Joe Scarborough reacts to some Dems refusal to condemn Hassan Piker Segment 3 – Latest on War in Iran Segment 4 – Iranian attacks on US water supply | Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chad opens the show talking about voting today and what he expects as results come in tonight for our primary elections before Adam Carter gets back into the studio for Ask Adam Anything.

Chad opens the show talking about Primary Elections voting in Minnesota today, what drove him to the polls, and what he expects when results are in.

Primary voters in three states are deciding high-profile races today. Wisconsin Democrats are weighing Francesca Hong's gubernatorial bid, Alabama is voting under a redrawn congressional map and South Carolina Republicans are choosing a nominee for the Senate seat left vacant by Lindsey Graham's death. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's finally here. Primary Day! What can we expect? Blois Olson joined Vineeta with a primer on the WCCO Morning News.

Secretary of State Steve Simon joined Vineeta with some news you need to know on this Primary election day!

WCCO TV's Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer with more on the weather that you will see as you head out to vote today!

J.T. Dodge is running as a write-in candidate for High Bailiff in Orange County.Representative Ken Goslant represents Berlin and Northfield in the Washington-1 District.Ryan Silk is running as a write-in candidate for the Lamoille-Washington District.

In this segment, Charlie James opens the phone lines to local callers providing live voting updates and reactions on Primary Day. Callers like Mike in Greenville discuss a statistic regarding low Christian voter turnout, prompting Charlie to stress the importance of civic participation. Other callers share local precinct turnout numbers from across the Upstate and debate the candidates in the race, including Darlene Graham Nardone. The segment highlights the imperative for voters to get out to the polls before 7:00 PM rather than sitting on the sidelines.

During Hour 2 of the August 11, 2026 Primary Day edition of The Charlie James Show on News/Talk 98.9 WORD, host Charlie James engages directly with listeners to cover ongoing primary election activity across the Upstate. Throughout the hour, James fields real-time phone calls and voter reports from precincts in communities like Chesnee, Laurens, Five Forks, Taylors, Powdersville, and Spartanburg, highlighting varying turnout numbers, voting machine issues, and candidate preferences. In addition to assessing local participation rates, James clarifies candidate ballot naming rules—explaining why certain candidates appear under preferred names or specific surnames—and transitions into an analysis previewing South Carolina state budget earmarks.

Host Charlie James opens the show on Primary Day 3.0, encouraging listeners to report voter turnout in their local districts while reminding voters to verify their polling locations at scvotes.gov. He shares current Trafalgar poll numbers for the race—placing Darlene Graham Nardone in the lead, followed by Ralph Norman, Russell Fry, Mark Sanford, and Mark Lynch—and explains how second-place candidates can leverage runoff dynamics. After reading listener text reports indicating mixed turnout across local precincts, James emphasizes the critical importance of overcoming election fatigue to vote, noting that South Carolina ranks 39th nationally in voter turnout while higher-turnout states are often driven by active Democratic voting bases.

On the Primary Day edition of The Charlie James Show (Hour 1), host Charlie James opens by analyzing local voter turnout expectations and new Trafalgar polling numbers for South Carolina's primary election. Throughout the hour, James fields calls from listeners across the Upstate sharing real-time reports from their local polling locations, discussing Christian voter participation, and offering personal perspectives on candidate qualifications and endorsements. The conversations highlight local voter turnout levels, changes in polling locations, and community reactions as voters weigh in on key primary candidates.

In Hour 2, Segment 1 of The Charlie James Show on Primary Day, host Charlie James continues taking live phone updates from listeners across the Upstate region reporting on voter turnout and local precinct conditions. Callers from Chesnee, Laurens, Five Forks, Indian Land, Greenwood, Anderson County, Taylors, and Powdersville share their ballot choices—including support for Ralph Norman, Darlene Graham, and Russell Fry—and discuss various precinct turnout numbers ranging from slow morning turnouts to near 10% participation. The segment also touches on candidate debates, election experience, and caller questions regarding ballot name listings for Darlene Graham before James heads into a commercial break promising upcoming updates on international news.

During Hour 3 of the August 11, 2026 Primary Day edition of The Charlie James Show on News/Talk 98.9 WORD, host Charlie James breaks down major state political developments while receiving real-time turnout reports from Upstate voters. The hour opens with an interview featuring Elena Moore of Palmetto State Watch, who details transparency concerns and hidden earmarks in South Carolina's $44.4 billion budget, including $150 million for Scout Motors. Throughout the remaining segments, James fields calls from listeners sharing precinct turnout numbers and polling location updates from communities across Clover, Chesnee, Greenville, Powdersville, and Easley. In addition to primary election updates, James and his callers discuss climate policy regulations, media silence regarding Dr. Anthony Fauci's communications, cultural assimilation, and abortion legislation, with James issuing sharp criticism aimed at candidate Dr. Annie Andrews.

During Hour 4 of the August 11, 2026 Primary Day edition of The Charlie James Show on News/Talk 98.9 WORD, host Charlie James counts down the final hour before polls close across South Carolina while continuing live election coverage. Throughout the hour, James fields phone calls from voters across the Upstate—including Pacolet, Boiling Springs, Simpsonville, Williamston, Greenville, and Landrum—who report precinct turnout numbers, voting location changes, and candidate selections, with notable support voiced for Ralph Norman and Mark Lynch. In addition to local voter reports, James addresses national campaign finance filings, criticizes Democratic candidate Dr. Annie Andrews over late-term abortion legislation, and discusses media coverage of presidential security before transitioning into extended post-election coverage.

It’s primary day across Washington and not enough of you have voted. Todd Blanche passed a key hurdle in the Senate. Guest: Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Johannes Widmalm-Delphonse sounds the alarm about a pivotal case against a Washington state law censoring free speech. // LongForm: GUEST: Jen and Makai Brusa react to their viral moment where they were confronted by two left-wing lunatics at the Issaquah Farmers Market. // Quick Hit: A Boise concert issued an apology after a performer made offensive remarks.

The Democratic Party's reckoning is here. Progressives are on track to win key races in Tuesday's primaries in Michigan, although not as decisively as predicted — or hoped. Anna and Jake break down the latest from Primary Day. Plus, what to watch in the Senate GOP's pre-recess rush.  Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at ⁠⁠punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yesterday's primaries brought some surprising results, with Abdul al Sayed emerging as the Democratic nominee for the Senate in Michigan. But what does this mean for the future of the Democratic Party and the country? In this episode, we dive into the details of the primary results and what they might portend for the general election. Larry discusses the implications of Abdul al Sayed's win, including his ties to the Democratic Socialists of America and his stance on issues like Israel and the Middle East. We also hear from Byron York, chief political correspondent for the Washington Examiner, who breaks down the polling numbers and what they reveal about the state of the Democratic Party. Meanwhile, in Virginia, a retired Army Major General is running for the Senate against incumbent Mark Warner, and we explore the challenges he faces in this uphill battle. The episode also touches on the economy, with a discussion about the benefits of the Trump administration's tariff policy and how it's helping small manufacturers in the US. We hear from Kelly Leffler, administrator of the Small Business Administration, about the impact of the tariffs on small businesses and the importance of supporting American manufacturers. And in a special segment, we talk to Chris Stigall, the Republican nominee for Congress in Missouri's sixth district, about his campaign and what he hopes to achieve in Washington.Become a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

House Senate and Gubernatorial primary day in America and Hannity analyzes the exit polling results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: "Independents Aren't Real"? Kasich's Partisan Slander, Manchin's New PAC, and 45% of America Says Otherwise. Trump says he's close to an Iran deal. He's been saying he's a week away from a Putin deal for a year and a half. Paul Rieckhoff calls the head fake for what it is, warns the media not to fall for it again, and lays out the chaos Congress is trying to jam through before its six-week recess — including Todd Blanche's nomination and the weaponization fund built to compensate January 6th insurrectionists. The forever wars don't take August off, and neither do we. Then the real story: on August 4th, four independent veterans appear on a single top-two primary ballot in Eastern Washington. Nate Powell for U.S. House, Danny Tarkenton for Spokane County prosecutor, Aaron Croft for the State House, and Ronald McCoy for State Senate. Across those races, roughly 131,000 independents and 53,000 independent veterans can vote — a decisive bloc the corporate media isn't covering. Paul breaks down why open primaries are the battlefield, why John Kasich is wrong that independents aren't real, and what's coming next with Senator Joe Manchin, Heather Manchin, and Senator Angus King joining the show. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Check the IVA overview of Washington State's primary this week.  -Millions of American veterans are being locked out of primary elections in the country they served. See what we're doing to change that. -Visit Kalshi and trade on anything. Use code [INDEPENDENT] to get ten dollars when you trade ten. -Head to cozyearth.com and use the code AMERICANS for an exclusive 20% off. -Join Noble Mobile today and get a $100 bonus when you use code PAUL and stay a member for 2 months! -Join IVA and help us get independent veterans elected to office. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Senate's ability to clear its pile-up of legislation and nominations before a five-week summer recess may come down to two GOP decisions. Plus, it's Primary Day in Michigan! Anna and Jake break down what we're watching.  Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at ⁠⁠punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spokane County fires have destroyed up to 700 structures and forced up to 65,000 evacuations in Washington state. Also, voters are heading to the polls with key races that could signal which direction the parties are heading ahead of the November midterms. Plus, new details on the ongoing stomach bug outbreaks that have now sickened thousands of Americans across 45 states. And, the family of Kaylee Goncalves speaks out on the latest twist in the Idaho murders case. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Primary Day is a week away in Minnesota! Chad discusses the big races within each party to open the show and asks who will get to the polls next Tuesday. Later, Adam Carter joins the show for Ask Adam Anything!

Primary Day in MN is a week away! Who will win and what's your excitement level at? Chad opens the show talking about the big races hitting the ballot next week with each party for primary voters.

Voters in Tennessee go to the polls on August 6 for a state primary. Among the races: Sen. Marsha Blackburn aims to win the Republican nod for Governor, and Democrats try to pull a big surprise as they aim to counter the GOP-led effort to rid the state of its one Democratic congressional seat. The Y'all Show is a production of Yall.com, and hosted by Jon Rawl.

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The war between the U.S. and Iran keeps widening as Yemen's Houthi rebels announce a blockade of Saudi Arabia that would choke off another key oil route, even as Iran signals it may be open to talks. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth heads to Capitol Hill today to ask lawmakers for a nearly 90 billion dollar funding boost for the war with Iran, in a rare chance for senators to question him after the Pentagon admitted 100 troops were wounded in the past two weeks and hasn't briefed reporters since May.And it's the last day of primary voting in Arizona, a swing state that's become ground zero for election denialism, with big fall races taking shape for governor, a toss-up House seat, and secretary of state.Want more 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 Tina Kraja, Andrew Sussman, Larry Kaplow, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Ziad Buchh and Nia DumasOur director is Christopher ThomasWe get engineering support from Neisha Heinis. Our technical director is Stacey Abbott. And our Supervising Senior Producer is Vince Pearson.(0:00) Introduction(01:53) Iran And Yemen's Houthis Blockade(05:31) Hegseth On Capitol Hill(09:20) Arizona Primary DaySee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Tuesday is Primary Day in Arizona. We discuss the Republicans hoping to unseat Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in November and the competitive primaries for an open Phoenix-area House seat.This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and KJZZ correspondent Wayne Schutsky.This podcast was produced by Bria Suggs and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy