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Today on America in the Morning Big Beautiful Bill Clears House Later today, President Trump will officially sign the Big Beautiful Bill after it cleared its final hurdle in Congress yesterday. John Stolnis has more from Washington. Independence Day There will be fireworks and cookouts around the nation as we celebrate Independence Day, but several communities across the country have cancelled or postponed their Fourth of July celebrations today. Correspondent Rich Johnson reports on what has led some places to put aside traditional events. Chicago Drive-By Kills Four It happened in a matter of seconds. Correspondent Jennifer King reports on a drive-by shooting outside a crowded Chicago night spot that left four people dead. Boxer To Be DeportedA famed Mexican boxer has been arrested for overstaying his visa in the US, and faces deportation. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports. California Wildfire A fast-moving blaze has become California’s largest wildfire this year, growing to more than 80 square miles. Lisa Dwyer reports on the Madre Fire. EPA Suspensions The Environmental Protection Agency has suspended over 140 employees and opened an investigation after they signed a letter criticizing President Trump. Correspondent Mike Hempen. Signing Ceremony Today House Republicans overcame setbacks and some divisions within their own party, and like the Senate, passed by a narrow margin President Trump's big tax and spending cuts package. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the vote came after a marathon speech by Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and President Trump will sign the bill today. The Trump-Putin Phone Call President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin had a phone call on Thursday, where they discussed Iran and Ukraine among other topics. Holiday Weekend Travel Whether its planes, trains, or automobiles, millions of Americans will be on the move for the July 4 holiday weekend. America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has details. Disney Cruise Rescue Update In Florida, authorities are setting the record straight about a dramatic rescue by a father after his daughter fell overboard off a Disney cruise ship. Sue Aller has the details. SCOTUS On Deportations The Supreme Court on Thursday handed down a big victory for the Trump administration, clearing the way for the deportation of eight migrants from Djibouti to South Sudan. Finally He appeared in hits including Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports on the passing of actor Michael Madsen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning House GOP Holdouts Holding Up Budget With just one day left before President Trump's July 4th-imposed deadline to get the Big Beautiful Bill to his desk, House Speaker Mike Johnson is working to convince last minute holdouts to put aside their concerns and move the package to his desk. John Stolnis has the latest from Washington. Diddy Remains In Jail He will stay in jail for now. Jurors in Sean 'Diddy’ Combs trial in New York found him guilty of prostitution related charges but acquitted him on sex trafficking and racketeering. Correspondent Julie Walker reports that the judge denied the disgraced music mogul bail as he awaits sentencing, despite being cleared of the more serious charges. Kohberger In Court An expected guilty plea by the man who killed four Idaho college students was heard, but what was not said was why Bryan Kohberger committed the crimes. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Pentagon’s Hold On Ukraine Weapons The Pentagon announced that it is freezing for now weapons shipments to Ukraine, which is concerning some of America’s European allies as well as Kyiv. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports. Abortion Law Overturned A 176-year-old abortion ban was struck down by the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Correspondent Donna Warder reports. Penn’s Reversal An Ivy League school is updating its record books as part of a settlement on a transgender athletics case. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports. Johnson Works The House House Speaker Mike Johnson is trying to bring together factions within his own party as the House GOP push to pass President Trump's tax breaks and spending cuts bill. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the GOP leadership along with President Trump are working to secure holdouts threatening to vote “no” over concerns including increasing the national debt and Medicaid, while Democrats are united in voting against the big, beautiful bill. Iran Blocks IAEA From Nuke Sites A report by Fox News says that President Trump could arm Israel with US-made B-2 bombers and bunker busters if Iran tries to continue their nuclear ambitions. This comes as the Islamic Republic announced it will no longer cooperate with the world’s body that monitors atomic energy, and the U.S. is sticking to its assessment about how much damage was done to three Iranian nuclear sites. Details from correspondent Rich Johnson. Judge On Trump Immigration A Federal judge is chiming-in on a Trump administration immigration policy. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. California Explosion As many as seven people remain unaccounted for after a fireworks warehouse exploded in California. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports. Finally Saying they settled to avoid unpredictable legal costs, a co-CEO of Paramount-Global defended his company’s $16 million dollar settlement with President Trump over his lawsuit against CBS’s handling of an interview with then-candidate Kamala Harris. Correspondent Donna Warder reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Tiebreaker Passes Senate Budget Vote It took a tiebreaking vote from Vice President JD Vance to pass President Trump’s big beautiful budget bill in the Senate. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that the measure now goes back to the House, where there’s anger by some in the GOP over changes that Senators made, which leaves the bill in limbo this morning. Latest On The Diddy Deliberations The jury in the case of Sean “Diddy” Combs reached a partial verdict on all of the charges but one – which had the judge send them back to the jury room to decide. Correspondent Julie Walker reports that deliberations on that final charge will begin again this morning. Trump Says Israel Agrees To Ceasefire President Trump announced that Israel has agreed to terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, a deal that Hamas has yet to accept. Victim’s Families On Kohberger Plea The man charged in the 20-22 killings of four University of Idaho students as accepted terms of a plea deal. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports it’s an agreement that has left the families of the victims angry. Staying In Jail A judge is keeping Kilmar Abrego Garcia behind bars, agreeing with a request from the Salvadoran national’s lawyers. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports. Philadelphia Strike Philadelphia is literally getting trashed. Correspondent Sue Aller reports the largest union in the City of Brotherly Love has gone on strike, meaning no garbage pickups in the nation’s sixth largest city. House Gets Budget Bill Back President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill is one step closer to landing on his desk after the Senate narrowly voted to pass it on Tuesday, but can Congress meet Trump's July 4th deadline? John Stolnis has details from Washington. Trump Visits Alligator Alcatraz President Trump traveled to Florida to visit the migrant detention center in the Everglades being called Alligator Alcatraz. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports. Trump Warning For NYC Mayoral Candidate President Trump has issued a stark warning to the Democrat running for mayor in New York City, saying he would order the arrest of candidate Zohran Mamdani if he doesn’t follow Federal rules. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Reaction To Bondi’s Epstein Comments There’s reaction to Attorney General Pam Bondi’s surprising statement that the FBI was reviewing tens of thousands of videos related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. Correspondent Eric Tucker reports that the announcement raised the stakes for President Trump’s administration to prove it has in its possession previously unseen compelling evidence. Trump & Musk Budget Feud A war of words is brewing between President Trump and Elon Musk over the big beautiful bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Vote-A-Rama Senators spent Monday voting on dozens of amendments to President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill in what is called a Vote-a-Rama ahead of a final vote on its passage. John Stolnis has the latest from Washington. Latest On The Idaho Sniper Two firefighters and a gunman are dead after the suspect apparently started a brush fire, and then began shooting at the first responders as they arrived to put out the flames. Correspondent Jennifer King reports more details are emerging about both the firefighters killed and the suspected sniper. Kohberger’s Plea Deal The man charged with the 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students has agreed to a plea deal, and also waived his right to appeal the decision. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports. Harvard Funding Threat The Trump administration is threatening to take more money away from Harvard University. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Diddy Trial’s Jury Issue Jury deliberations had barely begun at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trial in New York City before they quickly hit a snag. Correspondent Julie Walker explains. Trump To Alligator Alcatraz President Trump will travel to South Florida and take part in the unveiling of Alligator Alcatraz, a new migrant detention facility in the Sunshine State. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. DOJ’s Fraud Announcement The Department of Justice announced that more than 300 people have been charged in a massive multi-billion dollar health care fraud scheme takedown. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Justice Department Sues Los Angeles Since he came back to the White House, President Trump has been trying to fulfil his promise to deport millions of people in the U.S. illegally. Now, the Justice Department is getting involved with a new lawsuit aimed at one city in particular. Correspondent Rich Johnson has details. Update On The Boulder Anti-Semitic Attack An elderly victim of the Boulder, Colorado anti-Semitic firebombing attack has died of her injuries. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports. Abrego Garcia To Remain In Jail A Federal judge has again delayed the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, this time over concerns from his own lawyers that he could be deported if he’s released to await his trial on human smuggling charges. Finally The State Department has rescinded the travel visa for a UK-based rap-punk band from entering the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Firemen Ambushed Residents of a Western Idaho town were ordered to shelter in place after a sniper opened fire on first responders arriving at the scene of a brush fire at a popular mountain recreation area. America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay reports that two firefighters were killed in what police are calling an ambush. Budget Battle Republicans in the Senate hope that, by the end of the day today, they will have successfully voted to approve President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill before heading out on their now-delayed summer recess, but do they have the votes? John Stolnis has the latest from Washington. Diddy To The Jury The fate of disgraced music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs will be handed to the jury with deliberations beginning this morning. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. IAEA On Iran Nuclear Sites As the impacts of recent strikes on Iranian nuclear sites by the United States continues to be assessed, the Director of the International Atomic Energy Agency says issues surrounding Iran's nuclear program cannot be solved militarily. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Trump Teases TikTok Buyer President Trump said on Sunday that he had a buyer for the U.S. branch of TikTok, the popular Chinese-owned video app that faces a ban over national security concerns. 100 Year-Old Priest He still performs daily mass, and for fun he bakes pies. Correspondent Donna Warder reports on a 100-year-old priest still taking care of his parishioners in Philadelphia. Tillis Won’t Run For Relection A Republican Senator who was one of two budget bill no-votes over the weekend says he's had enough, and won't run for re-election. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. US-Canada Trade Trouble The Trump administration continues to work on new trade agreements with countries around the world – but NOT with Canada. The President shut down those talks thanks to a new Canadian tax that goes into effect today. Correspondent Rich Johnson explains. Philadelphia Explosion An explosion and fire rocked Philadelphia, leveling several homes and killing one person. Katie Clark has details. Finally It was a who’s who of celebrities and the rich and famous that ascended on Venice, Italy for the star studded wedding of billionaire Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez. Correspondent Julie Walker reports that while Venice city leaders were happy to play host, there were also protests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Senators Hear Iran Briefing Meeting with NATO leaders, President Trump hailed pledges by member nations to significantly increase military spending by 2035, and also turned his sights on both Ukraine and Iran. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports the president left the door open to sending anti-missile systems to Ukraine, and announced he will be sitting down with Iran regarding their nuclear intent. Budget Battle Lawmakers on Capitol Hill now have less than 7 days before a deadline from President Trump to pass his big beautiful budget bill, but some in the GOP are divided over key provisions in the spending plan. Bob Brown reports. Deportation Planned For Abrego Garcia The department of Justice says when a judge releases Kilmar Abrego Garcia, they will begin deportation proceedings against him, and not to his native El Salvador. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. SCOTUS On Planned Parenthood A new Supreme Court ruling could have a major impact on Planned Parenthood across the nation. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports. SpaceX’s Mexico Problem SpaceX says recovery efforts of last week's Starship explosion are being impacted by the Mexican government. Correspondent Clayton Neville has details. Differing Senate Views Of The Iran Strikes Thursday started with a Pentagon briefing from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who defended the military’s bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities while chastising the media for downplaying the strikes and an alleged leaked report on the actions. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports later in the day, Senators were briefed for the first time by the Trump administration on the B-2 strikes using bunker busting bombs, with varied reaction. The Budget’s “Parliamentarian” Issue There is pushback by some Republicans after the Senate parliamentarian called into question a series of policies in President Trump's proposed "Big Beautiful" budget bill. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. CDC Vaccine Panel Meeting The first meeting the CDC's new vaccine panel was held, which included a review of some long-approved shots given to kids. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports. SCOTUS Decision Day You can expect a flurry of activity today at the Supreme Court which will hand down its final decisions of the term, including an expected high-profile ruling on whether President Donald Trump may enforce his executive order curtailing birthright citizenship. Wintour Steps Down Anna Wintour has been the face of a popular fashion magazine for the past 37 years, and she announced that she’s now stepping down as its editor-in-chief. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Finally It was a marathon five hours of closing arguments from prosecutors at the Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial, which included a recap of the sensational testimony and evidence, with the US attorney saying the disgraced music mogul committed crime after crime for two decades. With the recap, here’s correspondent Julie Walker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Trump At NATO Meeting with NATO leaders, President Trump hailed pledges by member nations to significantly increase military spending by 2035, and also turned his sights on both Ukraine and Iran. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports the president left the door open to sending anti-missile systems to Ukraine, and announced he will be sitting down with Iran regarding their nuclear intent. Dangerous Heatwave The summer sun continues to bare down on parts of the Midwest and Northeast, posing concerns about heat exhaustion for millions as temperature records continue to be set. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Who Is Zohran Mamdani President Trump, the lone Republican running for mayor in New York, and the current Democrat mayor who is now in the independent line all have one thing in common – they are all vehemently against the 33-year-old Democrat Socialist and vocal critic of Israel seeking to become New York City's first Muslim and Indian American mayor. Correspondent Julie Walker takes a look at Zohran Mamdani. NJ Congresswoman’s Not Guilty Plea A member of Congress says she’s not guilty of interfering with ICE agents at a New Jersey detention center. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on charges against Congresswoman LaMonica McIver. Heading To Space The latest launch of a private flight to the International Space Station included four astronauts from four different countries. Correspondent Donna Warder reports. Judge Rules On Kilmar Abrego Garcia A judge has ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadorian migrant deported to El Salvador before being returned to the U.S. earlier this month to face prosecution, to be placed into the custody of his brother should he be released from custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Trump Denies Bombing Assessment Report President Donald Trump and members of his administration are insisting that U.S. strikes on Iran delivered a crushing blow to the Islamic Republic's nuclear program. Correspondent Donna Warder reports. Powell On Tariffs & Trump On Powell Fed Chair Jerome Powell is not backing down on interest rates, testifying for a second day that inflation remains a fluid issue. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports that Powell’s statements are not being received well by President Trump, who wants a cut in the prime rate. Latest On The GOP Budget With a self-imposed deadline of July 4th, Senators are racing to try and finish up their version of President Trump's Big Beautiful spending bill. One key sticking point for the GOP is Medicaid. John Stolnis has more from Washington. Facing Hate Crime Charges The man accused of throwing Molotov cocktails at a group of Israel supporters in Boulder, Colorado is charged with Federal hate crimes. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. California Faces Title IX Violation California has been found in violation of Title IX in another clash with Trump administration officials over transgender athletes. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports. Sports – Robert Workman NBA Draft & more. Finally Watchers of the Simpsons are questioning whether one of the most successful animated series in history tried to kill off a main character. Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the answer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Report Disputes US Bombings In Iran A preliminary classified report says the US bombings of three Iranian nuclear facilities were not obliterated as first announced, and a delay of Congressional briefings on Iran has some members of Congress asking questions. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports. Socialist Upset In NYC Mayoral Primary Zohran Mamdani, a little-known Socialist state lawmaker endorsed by Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, came in first in the New York City Mayoral Primary, defeating former NY Governor Andrew Cuomo. Rich Johnson has details. No Vacation Without The Bill President Trump is putting the pressure on Congress to pass his Big Beautiful Bill before July 4 with urgency. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Florida Execution A death row inmate has been executed in Florida. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer has details. Man Held In Federal Custody Found Dead A man being held in California federal custody in connection with the Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing last month was found dead. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Trump Arrives At NATO President Trump arrived in the Netherlands for the NATO Summit, his first trip with European allies since returning to the White House for his second term. Julie Walker reports. Trump Denies Bombing Assessment Report President Trump is denying a report that disputes his claim American bombers completely destroyed the nuclear sites in Iran they hit Saturday night. John Stolnis has more from Washington. No Impeachment An effort to impeach President Trump brought by a Texas congressman was quashed in the House with bi-partisan disapproval. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Powell Says No Cuts The chairman of the Federal Reserve gave testimony to a House committee, and pushed back on calls for cuts in interest rates. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports. Building Alligator Alcatraz It’s being called “Alligator Alcatraz,” a massive migrant detention center that will be built in the Florida Everglades. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports the facility comes with controversy. South Carolina Lightning Strike Twenty people were injured when lightning struck a South Carolina beach Tuesday evening. Pritzker Reelection Plans Illinois Democrat Governor J.B. Pritzker is expected to announce plans to run for a third term. Finally The prosecution has rested in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex trafficking trial in New York City. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Israel-Iran Ceasefire President Trump announced a ceasefire between what he called the 12-Day War between Israel and Iran. However, as John Stolnis reports from Washington, Iran carried out a missile attack on the US base in Qatar before the announced ceasefire, air raid sirens wailed in Israel after the announcement, and Iran says they will only stop if Israel ends the fighting. Nation’s Heatwave The first major heatwave of summer is baking the Midwest and East Coast of the US, with major cities including New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington DC seeing 100 degree temperatures, and a total of 28 states contend with a heatwave. SCOTUS OK’s Trump Deportation Plan The Supreme Court on Monday granted the Trump administration's request to suspend a lower court injunction blocking them from deporting individuals to third countries without prior notice. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports it’s a big win for President Trump to quickly enforce its immigration policies. Nuclear New York They haven’t built a nuclear power plant in New York in a generation. Correspondent Julie Walker reports the Empire State’s governor wants to build a nuclear facility that could power one million homes. Primary Day In NYC More than a dozen Democrat candidates are on the ballot to become the next mayor of New York City, with the primary today and a ranked-choice voting system along voters to rank up to 5 candidates. Fixing Florida’s Condo Crisis With increased assessments and ballooning fees, Florida has been facing a condo crisis for the past two years. However, as correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports, a new bill signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis will give condo associations more flexibility, and condo owners more time to deal with costly repair bills. Latest In The Middle East President Trump announced that Israel and Iran have agreed to a phased-in ceasefire, which came within hours of an Iranian missile salvo against a US base in Qatar, an attack that happened after Qatar’s government was notified of in advance by Iran, and thwarted by missile defense systems. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports . Iran’s Missile Attack On Qatar The Israel-Iran ceasefire comes after Iran fired six to 10 short-range missiles at a US base in Qatar, the same number of missiles equal to the number of bunker-busting bombs dropped by US forces against Iranian nuclear facilities. Ed Donahue reports on the initial reaction to the missiles fired at Qatar, and reaction by Democrats who believe the president should have sought congressional support for the use of military force against Iran. IAEA’s Response To US Attack On Iran In the aftermath of the American military action against Iran, the International Atomic Energy Agency says U.S. strikes on a major Iran nuclear plant were highly effective. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports the European Union, which continues to deal with the situation in Ukraine, have a vested interest in the latest developments in the Middle East and Iran. Abbott Vetoes Texas THC Ban A veto by the Governor of Texas is sparking further debate over T-H-C in the Lone Star State. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Fixing Health Claims A new day appears on the horizon in navigating the tricky and often confusing process of filing health insurance claims for millions of Americans. Correspondent Bob Brown has details. Abortions Increase Even though more states tightened abortion restrictions, a new report shows the number of abortions has increased. Lisa Dwyer reports. Finally More is being learned about the man who attempted to open fire at a church service in Michigan over the weekend. Correspondent Julie Walker reports the man, who was stopped by church parishioners, was the troubled son of a woman who attended services in the town of Wayne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning U.S. Launches Airstrike on Iran Nuclear Facilities The United States is providing details of how the weekend airstrikes on Iran unfolded. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. National Forecast A heat dome over the East Coast will bring high temps for tens of millions of people. Meteorologist La Troy Thornton has your national forecast. Gregg Roman Interview John Trout speaks with Gregg Roman, executive director of the Middle East Forum, about the impact of the US military strike on Iran. Business News On Wall Street, oil and gas prices are spiking in the wake of the US strike on Iran. Jessica Ettinger has your Monday business. Judge in TN Orders Release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia As details on the strike in Iran continue to unfold, Correspondent Jeff McKay has a look at some of the other stories that are happening across the nation. Capitol Hill Reacts to U.S. Airstrike On Saturday, American stealth bombers carried out what the Trump administration and Pentagon say were successful bombing raids on three targets they believe to be crucial to Iran's nuclear program. John Stolnis has more on the reaction from the administration and lawmakers in Washington. UN Security Council Holds Emergency Meeting From the literal war to the war of words: the US attack on Iran’s nuclear sites drew praise and condemnation – and many calls to return to diplomacy. Correspondent Rich Johnson has more on Sunday’s emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council. At Least 6 Killed in Boating Tragedy on Lake Tahoe Correspondent Jeff McKay has a look at some headlines from across the country. Details on Bunker Buster Bombs Correspondent Chuck Palm goes into the high tech ordinance and guidance of the bunker buster bombs used over the weekend in Iran, during “Operation Midnight Hammer.” Oil Prices on the Rise Oil prices are expected to bring economic implications to the weekend strikes by the United States on Iran. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Shahin Gobadi Interview John Trout speaks with nuclear engineer and member of the National Council of Resistance of Iran, Shahin Gobadi. Potential Iranian Retaliation Correspondent Donna Warder reports on how Iran could retaliate following U.S. military airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites. NBA Finals Game 7 Robert Workman has a look at game 7 of the NBA Finals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Trump Holding Iran Decision For Now President Trump announced he will make a final decision within the next two weeks as to whether the US will take military action in Iran. This comes after Israel’s surprise attack a week ago that has seen Israel send warplanes by the hundreds into the skies of Iran for targeted strikes on nuclear facilities, missile launchers, and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, while Iran has shot hundreds of ballistic missiles at Israel, including one that hit a hospital in Southern Israel injuring 200 people, a move that Israel’s leadership vowed will come with a heavy price. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports. Democrats Walk Out Of Biden Hearing The talk on Capitol Hill was a Wednesday Senate Judiciary Committee hearing investigating President Biden's mental fitness during his term as President, and Democrats on the committee either refused to show up or walked out after the hearing began. John Stolnis has the details from Washington. SpaceX-plosion SpaceX planned to send a Starship rocket into orbit on a test flight, but instead it never made it off the ground, exploding in a fireball prior to launch in Texas. Correspondent Donna Warder reports. Debating THC A decision surrounding banning THC in Texas is looming as Governor Abbott considers both sides of the argument. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Plane Crash Early Conclusions The National Transportation Safety Board has provided new details about a deadly May plane crash in San Diego. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports. Dodgers Accused Of Blocking ICE A Major League baseball team is being accused of not allowing members of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement to enter their stadium, which led to protests by fans against the ICE agents. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports. Latest In The Middle East President Trump is laying out a time line for a decision surrounding potential U-S involvement in the war between Israel and Iran, with no letup as Iran continues to fire ballistic missiles at Israel, and the Israeli Air Force continues its assault against Iranian targets. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Honoring A Hostage He spent 584 days as a hostage of Hamas in the Gaza Strip following the October 7 attacks in Israel, and now finally back in the United States, Edan Alexander’s hometown of Tenafly, New Jersey held a parade in his honor. Sue Aller reports. Canada Threatening Tariffs Canada’s prime minister is threatening to increase tariffs on US steel and aluminum products if talks with President Trump fail. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports the implications on these talks will be more far-reaching that just the United States and Canada. Court Rules On Troop Deployment An appeals court has sided with President Trump, allowing the White House to keep control of the California National Guard troops he deployed to Los Angeles. National Heatwave Temperature records are expected to be smashed as close to 200 million people are in the crosshairs of a massive heatwave heading into next week. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Finally There were celebrations and remembrances of Juneteenth across the nation. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports on the significance of this Federal holiday for one community in New Hampshire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Trump Considering Iran Attack Plans President Trump says the United States is still weighing its options in the Middle East as the conflict between Israel and Iran continues, and said that no decision has been made whether the US will get involved militarily. However, the Wall Street Journal is reporting that the President has privately approved of attack plans for Iran but has withheld a final order. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports. Read Not Guilty A Massachusetts jury finds Karen Read not guilty in the 2022 murder of her Boston police officer boyfriend. Jim Roope reports the verdict came nearly a year after a separate jury deadlocked over Read’s involvement in the death. SCOTUS Upholds Transgender Law Tennessee will be allowed to continue their state policy banning gender transition treatments for minors, following a ruling at the US Supreme Court. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Screening Students Officials will reportedly begin screening the online presence of foreign nationals applying for educational visas to attend schools in the United States. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Erick Strengthens The first major hurricane of the 2025 season to threaten land has formed and is gaining strength. Hurricane Erick powered up into a Category 3 major hurricane Wednesday evening as it bore down on the southern Mexico coast. Compliance Demands For Travel Ban The Trump administration is demanding action from several dozen countries currently facing a proposed US travel ban. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports without compliance, bans against travel from those nations into the US will go into effect. Trump Sounds Off On Powell Concerns over tariffs and stagflation, a condition of stagnant economic growth, was the reason the Fed Chairman announced that interest rates would remain unchanged, drawing a rebuke from President Trump who has demanded that interest rates go lower to help spur the economy. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that President Trump did not hold back his anger at Jerome Powell. Hegseth On The Hot Seat As the American military prepares for the possibility of becoming involved in the Israel-Iran conflict, a congressional hearing on the Defense Department Budget brought some heated exchanges between lawmakers and U-S Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Wednesday on Capitol Hill. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. She Was On The Hit List Saturday’s shootings that claimed the lives of a Minnesota state lawmaker and her husband, and left another lawmaker and his wife seriously wounded, could have been much worse. Correspondent Rich Johnson reports on another politician that was on the suspect’s hit list. Historic Team Sale One of sports’ most iconic teams is changing hands in a record deal. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports on the sale of a 17-time NBA title-winning franchise, and the record-breaking price. Latest Kohberger Hearing Despite a request from his defense attorney, the judge overseeing the trial of Bryan Kohberger indicated he will not delay the trial that is scheduled for August. Finally It pays to be a cheerleader. The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are getting a 400 percent raise. 1975 was a summer that many were deeply afraid to go into the water after a blockbuster film about a gigantic shark hit theaters. Kevin Carr has the 50th anniversary week of the classic movie – Jaws. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Trump Demands Iran Surrender President Trump is calling for Iran's unconditional surrender in response to Israel's withering attack on the Iranian nuclear weapons program. John Stolnis has the latest from Washington. Budget Battle Intensifies Senate Finance Committee Republicans have unveiled their draft version of the tax bill that will be the centerpiece of President Trump's domestic policy agenda. But there are concerns, as correspondent Jennifer King reports that cuts in Medicaid and a reversal on increasing the level of the SALT taxes could lose vital GOP votes. Candidate Arrested For ICE Interference It was a chaotic scene that played out inside a New York City courtroom. Correspondent Julie Walker reports ICE agents arrested a New York City official and mayoral candidate at Immigration court. Curfew Lifted On the West Coast, the mayor of Los Angeles is lifting the city's curfew days after businesses were damaged and vandalized by anti-ICE demonstrators. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Noem Hospitalized A health scare for the Homeland Security Secretary. Kristi Noem was rushed to a Washington, DC hospital after suffering what was described as an allergic reaction. Finally An Oscar You would think he had a handful of these, but for the first time, a longtime star of the silver screen who has been nominated several times will be receiving an overdue Academy Award. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports a legendary singer will get one too. Trump’s Iran Warning Donald Trump continues to warn Iran that citizens of the capital city of Tehran should evacuate, this as the president has warned that it knows exactly where the Iranian supreme leader is located, and is demanding the Ayatollah unconditionally surrender in its conflict with Israel and end their nuclear ambitions. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports. Padilla’s Day In The Senate A California senator who made headlines after he interrupted a press briefing being given by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and was forcibly removed and handcuffed by security officials appeared on Capitol Hill, giving his first comments in the Senate since last week’s incident. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports. Security Issues Members of Congress were briefed about security efforts to keep elected officials safe following the weekend killing of Minnesota Democrat State lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that both parties agree more will need to be done. Latest In Ukraine With Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the G7 in Canada, Russia unleashed one of its most powerful attacks against Ukraine since the war between the Kremlin and Kyiv began. The latest from correspondent Charles deLedesma. Trump To Extend TikTok Deadline It’s another reprieve for a popular social media app. President Trump announced Tuesday night that he will extend a deadline for the owner of TikTok to find a US buyer so it can continue to operate in the United States. Saying Goodbye To Dyes Changes are soon coming to Jell-O and some popular drinks. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports the parent company of Kool Aid is planning to remove certain artificial food dyes. Finally A disgraced music superstar is having some problems in prison. Kevin Carr reports that recently hospitalized R. Kelly is now hoping for help from the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Trump Leaves G7 For White House With no advance warning, President Trump is back in the nation's capital, cutting short his attendance at the G7 in Canada by one day, with the White House calling it a successful trip. John Stolnis reports from Washington that the President ordered his National Security team to gather in the Situation Room following his warning to Iranians that everyone should evacuate Tehran. Alleged Minnesota Lawmaker Shooter Faces Judge The man accused of gunning down two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses made a short court appearance Monday and is now in federal custody. Correspondent Rich Johnson has more on the crimes, the manhunt and the arrest. T ICE Targeting Democrat Cities President Trump is directing ICE to further ramp up deportation efforts of illegal immigrants in Democrat-run cities. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Farmers File Lawsuit Against The Trump Administration An unusual legal filing against the White House. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on a lawsuit accusing the Trump administration of discriminating against white farmers. No Kings Death Investigated Police in Salt Lake City are questioning two armed peacekeepers in the death of a protester at the Utah 'No Kings' rally. Lisa Dwyer has details. The Champion Returns “Jaws” is making a comeback, not the shark, but the hot dog-eating champion. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the return of a record breaking competitive eater to the event that made him famous. C Trump’s Iran Warning President Trump abruptly left Canada and the G7 conference late yesterday, and ordered his National Security team to be ready in the Situation Room when he arrived back in Washington, DC. Correspondent Jennifer King reports that before leaving the G7, Trump sent a grim and urgent warning to the residents of Tehran, saying they should evacuate immediately. Latest In The Middle East Meanwhile, in the Middle East, Iran continues to fire both ballistic and hypersonic missiles at Israel, while the Israeli military has taken over the skies of Iran and continue to hit strategic targets including nuclear sites and locations in and around Tehran. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports. G7 Day One The first day of the G7 conference in Canada was eventful, bringing about a trade deal between the US and UK, but the primary discussions focused on the Middle East. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani has a recap of events prior to President Trump’s abrupt departure. Rulings Against The Trump Administration Two separate rulings were made on Monday in cases involving the Trump administration and the continued pushback against his policies. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Tech News The Trump brand is now going wireless, with a new cellular service, and a gold smartphone. Chuck Palm has details in today’s tech report. Sports – Robert Workman NBA Finals & more. Finally While the trial for Harvey Weinstein is over in New York City for now, a new trail may be on the horizon as both the prosecution and the attorney for the disgraced movie mogul say the case is far from over. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Suspect Captured In Minnesota Lawmaker Murders The man suspected of the targeted shooting of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses is in custody near his home after a massive 24 hour manhunt. Correspondent Clayton Neville has details about the suspect, who police called “the face of evil,” and about the victims of his rampage. Israel-Iran Attacks Continue The weekend saw a number of missile strikes, first by Israel against sites in Iran suspected of housing their nuclear program, followed by Iranian retaliatory attacks inside Israel. President Trump has now opened the door to a possible US military response. John Stolnis has more from Washington. Immigration Pullback President Trump is curbing immigration enforcement at farms, meatpacking plants, hotels and restaurants, with concerns those industries may suffer. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Reporters Emails Compromised A number of reporters for the Washington Post appear to have been the victims of a cyberattack. The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the cyberattack compromised email accounts of several journalists and was potentially the work of a foreign government. Death Row Inmate Executed South Carolina has executed their sixth death row inmate in nine months. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Told To Leave They’re being told to leave immediately. Lisa Dwyer reports that immigrants from several countries whose temporary status has been cancelled should now voluntarily vacate the United States. Preview Of The G7 Summit With a war continuing in Ukraine and an escalating battle getting worse between Israel and Iran in the Middle East, President Trump is joining other world leaders from the wealthiest countries in the Canadian Rockies this week for the G-7 Summit, hosted by Prime Minister Mark Carney in his first major international gathering. Correspondent Clayton Neville has a preview. Recap Of The Army’s 250th Anniversary While protests were expected, there were none in Nation’s Capital this weekend as the United States Army celebrated its 250th anniversary with a parade that included tanks, helicopters, and troops that marched steps away from the White House. Correspondent Rich Johnson has a recap. No Kings Rallies Not far from the Army’s anniversary parade in Washington, DC, and in cities large and small across the nation and around the world, there were an estimated 2 thousand “No Kings” rallies that protested President Trump and his administration’s policies. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Massive West Virginia Flooding The death toll has risen to five, including a 3-year-old, when torrential rain fell in northern West Virginia. Parts of Wheeling and Ohio County southwest of the Pennsylvania border saw four inches of rain fall in just 30 minutes. Weingarten Leaving DNC One of the best-known members of the Democrat National Committee is leaving. American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten wrote to DNC Chair Ken Martin that she has fundamental disagreements with him. Finally Sunday was Father’s Day, and while dads around the nation enjoyed their day to be recognized, as for comparing it with Mother’s Day, dads seem to be coming in second place on some social media platforms. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Israel Attacks Iran US military bases and embassies are now on high alert after Israel launched preemptive waves of strikes on numerous military and nuclear targets throughout Iran late Thursday night. America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has details and US reaction. Judge Sides Against Trump On National Guard Calling the President’s actions both illegal and exceeding the scope of his authority, a federal judge on Thursday night ruled President Trump must return control of California’s National Guard to Governor Gavin Newsom, but an appeals court overruled him. Senator Handcuffed At Noem Briefing It started out as a press conference for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in Los Angeles, but it quickly turned into a chaotic scene when California Senator Alex Padilla (pronounced puh-dee-uh) was forcibly removed by security when he interrupted the proceedings. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on what happened, and the immediate reaction by his colleagues in Washington, DC. India Plane Crash Tragedy in India after a Boeing Dreamliner crashed barely 30 seconds after takeoff, and remarkably there was a sole survivor among the 242 people on-board. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports with reaction from the Air India CEO and President Trump. House Funding Vote House Republicans have passed a nearly $10 billion-dollar claw back surrounding public media and foreign assistance. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. SCOTUS On Wrong Home The Supreme Court has ruled that Atlanta family whose home was wrongly raided by the FBI will get a new day in court. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports. Los Angeles This Week It has been a full week of protests in Los Angeles following immigration apprehensions by ICE that immediately escalated through political comments from California’s governor, LA’s Mayor, and the White House after the order was given to send in the National Guard and US Marines to bolster a massive police presence, which has led to demonstrations spreading from California across the nation. Jim Roope reports from Los Angeles. Parade & Protest Preview We’re a day away from one of the biggest military parades this country has ever seen, and at the same time, there will be hundreds of protest events around the nation. A preview from correspondent Rich Johnson. Out-Of-Control Sanctuary Hearing There was a heated and at times out-of-control debate in Congress over sanctuary immigration policies. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports. Trump Yanks California Ban President Trump is blocking a California ban that was designed to lower pollution and vehicle emissions. Correspondent Haya Panjwani has details. Staggering Death Toll A grisly milestone in casualties has been reached in the Russian-Ukraine war, and so far there’s no end in sight. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports. Finally The jury has spoken as disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein's New York retrial ends with a split verdict and a partial mistrial. Jennifer King reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning More Arrests Coming In LA While the Los Angeles Police Department has made over 400 arrests following confrontations with anti-ICE protesters, along with acts of vandalism and graffiti, National Guard troops are assisting ICE agents for their safety as they conduct immigration operations. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the sharp rhetoric in Los Angeles and Washington over immigration protests, and a limited curfew continued through the night in LA. Cities Brace For ICE Raids Outside Southern California, cities are bracing for more ICE raids. That is especially true in five cities in which the mayor is a Democrat. More from correspondent Rich Johnson. Weinstein Verdict While it was a mixed verdict, a jury has reached a decision on the top charge in the Harvey Weinstein sex crimes trial in New York as the jury continues deliberating. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Khalil Verdict A Federal judge is weighing-in on the Trump administration's effort to deport Columbia University anti-Israel activist Mahmoud Khalil. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Embassy Staff Reductions The US State Department is reducing its presence of personnel at embassies and consulates in the Middle East. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer has details. DNC Changes A change of leadership is coming to the Democrat National Committee. David Hogg, the DNC’s Vice-Chair, who divided the party over his plans to hold primaries against some sitting lawmakers, said he’s leaving. Latest On The LA Protests While protests were less volatile in Los Angeles, as well as in cities including San Antonio, Chicago, and New York yesterday, Federal authorities are now scouring cameras and social media, and are ramping up arrests of protesters. Lisa Dwyer reports that while the National Guard is on the ground in Los Angeles, they have been tasked with escorting ICE agents who have held raids in a number of LA neighborhoods looking for people in the nation illegally. ICE In Omaha Immigration crackdowns aren’t just happening in Los Angeles. An Omaha plant was raided in what ICE officials say was likely the largest “worksite enforcement operation" in Nebraska since the start of President Trump's second term. As correspondent Jennifer King reports, the ICE apprehensions are being met with mixed reviews in Nebraska’s largest city, with some saying it’s necessary, while others decry the separation of families, and those concerned their businesses will suffer. Finalizing US-China Trade Deal The Trump administration is taking steps to finalize a trade agreement between the U-S and China. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Musk’s Apology It was an apology, but will it change anything between the world’s richest man and the world’s most powerful man. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on Elon Musk's apology, and the feud with President Trump. Southern Baptists Want End To Gay Marriage Southern Baptist delegates at their national meeting overwhelmingly endorsed a ban on same-sex marriage, including a call for a reversal of the U.S. Supreme Court's 10-year-old precedent legalizing it nationwide. Sue Aller reports. Finally His name was synonymous with summer in the 1960’s. Brian Wilson, the co-founder of the legendary group, the Beach Boys, has passed away. Ed Donahue takes a look back at the artist whose hits included “Surfin USA,” “Good Vibrations,” and “California Girls.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Newsom & Trump Square Off On LA In an address to his state and the nation, California Governor Gavin Newsom accused President Trump of what he called “pulling a military dragnet” across Los Angeles, instilling fear and targeting hard working people with arrests, and “enflaming a combustible situation,” this as protests that led to a number of arrests continued through the night. Meanwhile, President Trump praised the law enforcement response in Los Angeles, and his part in it, as US Marines prepare to arrive in downtown Los Angeles to join the 4,000 National Guard troops already called up by the president. Rich Johnson has the latest. Hegseth On The Hot Seat Prior to traveling to North Carolina where he and President Trump addressed soldiers, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before a House committee looking into spending on both the national defense and for troops in Los Angeles. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports the hearing got testy at times including in this exchange between Hegseth and a Democrat congresswoman. Weinstein Jury Still Out There are no answers yet from the jury in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes case as they continue deliberating. The latest from correspondent Julie Walker. Ending FEMA Saying that governors and not the federal government should be able to handle natural disasters in their states, President Trump announced he plans to phase out FEMA after this year’s hurricane season. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports. NJ Governor Primary Republican Jack Ciattarelli (pronounced chit-uh-relli), who was backed by President Trump, easily prevailed against a field that included a popular talk radio host to win the GOP primary. Congresswoman Mikie (pronounced my-key) Sherrill, a former Navy pilot, was the winner in the Democrat primary. Preparing For The Parade Preparations are underway for the military parade scheduled for this weekend in Washington, DC. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports. More National Guard In Los Angeles California Governor Gavin Newsom addressed his state last night after filing an emergency appeal in an attempt to block President Trump from sending US Marines and California National Guard troops onto the streets of Los Angeles, this as Mayor Karen Bass also ordered a limited curfew to take effect for certain parts of the city. Newsom’s emergency appeal will be heard tomorrow. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the President defending the deployment of the National Guard to the nation’s second largest city. Protests Grow Nationwide The scenes from Los Angeles are not the only ICE protests. From Seattle to San Diego, Omaha, Chicago, New York, and other cities, correspondent Rich Johnson reports people are gathering from coast to coast to oppose the ICE roundups. Trump To Fort Bragg Speaking to America’s military in North Carolina, President Trump on Tuesday defended his order of the California National Guard and the US Marines to deploy to Los Angeles in a speech he gave recognizing the 250th anniversary of the US Army. Finding Travis Decker Officials believe they are hot on the trail of Travis Decker, as the Washington State manhunt intensifies for the father suspected of murdering his three young daughters. The details from correspondent Sue Aller. Finally ABC News is parting ways with veteran correspondent Terry Moran, two days after the longtime correspondent posted on X calling President Trump and Deputy Chief-of-Staff Stephen Miller “world class haters.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningMore Guardsmen & Marines To LA It was a day of protests on the streets of Los Angeles on Monday and more is expected today, which comes as active duty Marines are reportedly being deployed to the nation’s second-largest city along with 2,000 more National Guardsmen as the anti-ICE protests continue. Jim Roope has the details from Los Angeles. Trump Accounts President Trump and private corporations are touting his investment accounts for newborn Americans, a plan that is meeting resistance from those who would not benefit from the plan. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Arrest In Las Vegas Double Murder The suspect police were looking for is now under arrest, after two people were shot and killed on the Las Vegas Strip. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. San Diego Plane Crash Six people have died after a small plane crashed off the California coast near San Diego. Correspondent Haya Panjwani has details – audio courtesy of LIVE-ATC-DOT-NET. RFK’s Vaccine Panel Changes Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday said he is retiring all 17 members of a government panel that makes vaccine recommendations, a move rebuked by the American Medical Association. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports on the implications of that order. Mark Green Leaving Congress The already narrow GOP majority in the House of Representatives will become even thinner in the coming weeks. House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Mark Green, a Tennessee Republican, announced Monday that he plans to resign. Homan Talks LA & Newsom As ICE protestors and police confronted each other in L.A. and other cities last night, the nation’s Immigration Czar defended the administration’s response, and announced that another 2 thousand more California National Guardsmen were activated by President Trump to respond to Los Angeles. Correspondent Rich Johnson reports that Tom Homan also clarified his comment about arresting the governor of California. Israel To Deport Gaza Flotilla In Israel, a number of activists including Greta Thunberg and a Game of Thrones actor from a Gaza-bound yacht in the Mediterranean Sea have been taken into custody and are awaiting deportation. As correspondent Haya Panjwani reports, part of their deportation process included screening footage of the Hamas October 7 attack on Israel, which led to the war in Gaza, something they all refused to do. Senators To Discuss Budget On Capitol Hill, Senate Republicans are expected to meet today to hash out some of the current debates surrounding President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Travel Ban In Effect Some travelers coming into the United States on Monday said that there were some longer lines and added scrutiny at airport entry points after President Trump’s travel ban took effect. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Unusual Cancer On The Rise A new study has found an alarming rise in cancer of the appendix. A report by the National Cancer Institute found that although very rare, showing rates of appendix cancer have tripled among Gen X and quadrupled among millennials. Finally The pioneering funk and soul musician Sly Stone, the front man of the hit-making band Sly and the Family Stone, has passed away. Correspondent Ed Donahue has a look at his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Violence In Los Angeles Cars were set on fire, ICE agent vehicles were pelted with rocks, and demonstrators blocked highways in Los Angeles after the Trump administration, using presidential powers, deployed the California National Guard to assist local police to address lawlessness on the streets of the nation’s second largest city. This all began last week as ICE agents conducted more mass arrests of people suspected of being in the U.S. illegally. Correspondent Rich Johnson reports the Los Angeles situation continues to escalate. Abrego Garcia Faces Serious Charges Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been returned by El Salvador to the United States, after a grand jury found sufficient evidence to try the man who had been deported from Maryland by immigration authorities for a series of charges, including the alleged illegal trafficking of migrants. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports. Skydiving Plane CrashesA plane carrying as many as 20 skydivers crashed on Sunday near an airport in Tullahoma, Tennessee, about 75 miles southeast of Nashville. ABC News Reporter In Trouble A journalist for ABC News is in hot water over social media posts aimed at the Trump administration. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Washington State Manhunt The manhunt is intensifying in Washington State for a father accused of killing his daughters. The details from correspondent Julie Walker. Student-Athlete Settlement A federal judge has approved a groundbreaking settlement worth nearly $3 billion dollars to allow for student-athlete compensation. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports. National Guard In Los Angeles President Donald Trump has deployed the California National Guard to Los Angeles after protesters violently clashed with immigration authorities, and they are now taking out their ire on the guardsmen. As correspondent Donna Warder reports, both California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass are against the Trump administration’s actions, but Border Czar Tom Homan, speaking on Fox News, says ICE agents who will now be backed up by the National Guard are simply doing their jobs. Latest In The Trump-Musk Feud The White House is trying to separate Donald Trump from the continued fallout between the president and former DOGE head Elon Musk. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Israel Stops Ship Heading To Gaza Reports out of the Middle East say the Israeli military has boarded a ship carrying anti-Israel activists heading to Gaza. Devil Of The Ozarks Caught A former Arkansas police chief known as the “Devil of the Ozarks” was captured by authorities after his jail break and two weeks on the run. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports despite a multi-state manhunt, he was found just over a mile from the prison he escaped from. US-China Tariff Talks Business eyes will be on the UK after it was announced by the White House that a new round of talks aimed at resolving a trade war between the US and China is set take place in London today. Finally An unlikely love story was the surprise winner at the 2025 Tony Awards, celebrating Broadway in New York City. Kevin Carr has the recap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices