Hegseth: Ceasefire “Is Not Over” Despite Mutual Attacks
2026-05-06 | 1h 30 mins.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio was front and center at the White House briefing room today where he underscored a new phase of the war with Iran. This as we are seeing a new power struggle over the Strait of Hormuz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Iran & U.S. Trade Shots, Iran Attacks UAE
2026-05-05 | 1h 30 mins.
A new threat from Trump as the United States shoots down more Iranian boats and Iran attacks the United Arab Emirates. Plus, did taxpayer money help keep sexual harassment cases involving several members of Congress out of public eye? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trump Rejects Latest Proposal From Iran
2026-05-02 | 1h 30 mins.
The price of US gas climbs to $4.39 and experts expect another spike this weekend. President Trump is “not satisfied” with a new Iranian proposal to end the war. The President also spoke to a crowd of senior citizens in Florida to promote his new “no tax on Social Security” plan. The Attorney General of Alabama pushes the Supreme Court to allow its 2023 congressional map. Former President Biden makes first 2026 endorsement by backing Kesha Lance Bottoms for Governor of Georgia. Plus, The Pentagon strikes an AI deal with seven big tech companies, actor Adam Scott on his new film and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hegseth Defends War Despite Polls
2026-05-01 | 1h 34 mins.
Experts explain why the price of gas is on the rise. Plus, the recent United States Supreme Court decision is already upending elections. Louisiana is now putting House races on hold one day after the Supreme Court invalidated the state’s congressional maps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trump Confirms Call with Putin
2026-04-30 | 1h 30 mins.
A defiant Jerome Powell vows to stay as a Federal Reserve board member once his term as chairman ends next month. Plus, the decision from the Supreme Court that critics say chips away at the landmark 1965 Voting Rights Act. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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