Podcast
America In The Morning
Hosted by Cumulus Podcast Network · EN
Start your workday with America in the Morning, Westwood One’s award-winning magazine. News doesn’t stop when you’re sleeping so join host John Trout and his staff of correspondents as they report from around the country and around the globe. Follow America in the Morning for overnight developments, breaking national news, politics, entertainment, business and weather. Delivered right to your device every morning!
89episodes
Episodes
Newest firstAll episodes
US Retaliates Against Iran, Primary Day In Four States, Texas Teen Convicted Of Murder, Hilton To Face Becerra In California
1w ago00:39:30Tap to summarizeToday on America in the Morning US Retaliates Against Iran The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran took a dark turn after Iran shot down a US Apache attack helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, and in retaliation, the United States in what CENTCOM described as a proportional response targeted Iranian air defense and radar sites near the vital shipping waterway. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports there are new details about how the military rescued two Army aviators from their downed helicopter. Primary Day Voters in four states cast their ballots on Tuesday, with one of the most closely watched races for a Senate seat in Maine. John Stolnis has more from Washington. Texas Teen Convicted Of Murder A Texas teenager who stabbed another teen to death at a high school track meet last year learned his fate after the jury deliberated for just a few hours. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Collin County, Texas that emotions erupted outside the court following the verdict. House Passes Immigration Funding On the thinnest of votes along party lines, Republicans in the House ended a months-long standoff over funding for immigration reform. Correspondent Jennifer King reports the bill now heads to President Trump’s desk. Social Security Concerns Social Security may not be as secure as you might think. Lisa Dwyer reports the Social Security retirement trust fund is expected to run dry faster than expected. Update On California Primary Republican Steve Hilton will take on Democrat Xavier Becerra in the California Governor's race. Correspondent Steve Futterman reports that this comes as an investigation will be opened into alleged voter fraud following President Trump's allegations. Cuba Denies US Threat Claims Cuba's top envoy to the U.S. is saying the Trump administration's recent sanctions against Cuban leadership are a 'pretext' for American military action on the island. Correspondent Matthew Lee reports from the Cuban Embassy in Washington, DC where they claim their nation is not a threat to the US, nor will they capitulate. Judge Says No To Alabama Execution Plan A judge has ruled against the state of Alabama’s use of nitrogen gas for an upcoming death row execution. The details from correspondent Lisa Dwyer Finally NASA has chosen a new crew to practice docking runs ahead of the planned moon landing mission set to begin in 2027. Correspondent Jennifer King reports on who was picked to fly Artemis Three. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Iran & Israel Stop Shooting, Trump Booed At NBA Finals, Trump Nominates Blanche As AG, Pratt Loses LA Mayor Primary
1w ago00:39:37Tap to summarizeToday on America in the Morning Iran & Israel Stop Shooting Both Israel and Iran have stopped shooting after Iran fired ballistic missiles toward Israel and Israel returned fire with fighter jets targeting Iranian military positions including in Tehran. Israel’s retaliatory strikes happened after President Trump called Israel’s Prime Minister telling him to ignore Iran’s attack, a plea which Benjamin Netanuahu refused. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports Vice President JD Vance, speaking on Fox News, says all sides are close to an agreement, and the Iranians are making concessions. Trump Attends NBA Finals In New York City, unprecedented security measures were in place around Madison Square Garden as President Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs. Streets in Midtown Manhattan were closed, a fence was erected around Madison Square Garden, and airport-style security was in place for ticketholders. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Trump Nominates Blanche For AG President Trump formally nominated acting-Attorney General Todd Blanche to fill the role permanently on Monday. Correspondent Joan Jones reports that Blanche, who was President Trump's personal attorney, could face an uphill battle to be confirmed by the Senate. Defense Rests In Texas Murder Case Closing arguments are slated for later this morning in the trial of a Texas teenager accused of stabbing another teenager to death a high school track meet outside Dallas. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Pratt Loses LA Mayor Primary Councilwoman Nithya Rman has overtaken Republican Spencer Pratt for second place in the City of Angeles mayor’s race, and will face current Mayor Karen Bass in November. Lawsuit Over White House UFC Fight Could the fight not take place? A lawsuit seeks to bar an upcoming mixed martial arts event from happening outside the White House. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports. Primary Day It's primary day ahead of the November midterm elections in four American states, to include Maine, where recent controversy surrounds a Democrat candidate for Senate. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. House Releases Bombshell Fraud Details A Congressional report released by the House Oversight Committee accuses senior Minnesota officials, including current Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison of ignoring warnings of widespread fraud in federally funded social programs. Correspondent Sue Aller has details. Screwworm Spreads The concern in Texas over the screwworm is now moving to adjoining states. Lisa Dwyer reports that the USDA has confirmed new threats that don’t include cattle, and a new case outside of Texas. Paxton Lawyer Endorses Talarico A surprise in the race for US Senate in Texas as one of the lawyers who defended Attorney General Ken Paxton during his three-year-old impeachment trial endorsed Democrat James Talarico. Finally NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie and her family are still holding out hope that their mother will return. The latest from entertainment reporter Kevin Carr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Iran & Israel Trade Missile Attacks, Trump Walks Out Of NBC Interview, NYC Subway Attack, Ohio Mass Shooting
1w ago00:39:36Tap to summarizeToday on America in the Morning Iran Attacks Israel & Israel Retaliates The already fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran may be on life support as Iran fired ballistic missiles at Israel on Sunday evening in retaliation for Israel’s attacks on Hezbollah positions in Lebanon. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports Israel retaliated against Iran with strikes of their own, and the world is awaiting what President Trump’s response will be. Trump Walks Out Of NBC Interview President Trump on Sunday walked out in the middle of an interview being conducted by NBC's Kristen Welker on Meet the Press after a contentious back and forth over claims by the President last week's elections in California were rigged. Correspondent John Stolnis has more on the wide-ranging interview from Washington. NYC Subway Stabbings Just 25 hours before President Trump will be in New York City to attend Game 3 of the NBA finals at Madison Square Garden, five people were stabbed in a random attack at the Penn Station rail hub underneath Madison Square Garden. Election Fraud Investigation A federal prosecutor says his office is looking into allegations of election fraud in Los Angeles. Correspondent Jennifer King reports the votes are still being tabulated from last Tuesday’s primary elections. Case Dismissed A judge has tossed out a lawsuit against a performer who backed out of a performance at the Trump-Kennedy Center. Correspondent Donna Warder reports. Latest On 60 Minutes The upheaval of the CBS news program “60 Minutes” took another turn as the recently-fired correspondent Scott Pelley gave an interview calling his former broadcast home “on fire.” Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the status of the remaining “60 Minutes reporters. Ohio Mass Shooting As many as 12 people were shot over the weekend at a street festival in Ohio, and suspects are still being sought. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports an eyewitness tells Toledo, Ohio’s WTOL-TV she was inside a church when the gunfire erupted and when she came out it looked like a war zone. DC Reaction To Trump DNI Choice There is continued concern in Washington surrounding President Trump's pick to serve as acting Director of National Intelligence. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the president announced he wants Bill Pulte, who is also the current Housing Secretary, to make cuts to the office. Maine Primary Preview Tomorrow, voters in Maine head to the polls for a primary election to choose the candidates for United States Senate. Katie Clark reports that for Graham Platner, Democrats are grappling with a number of self-made controversies. More Votes Tabulated In California Now, with 83 percent of the vote tabulated, Democrat progressive Nithya Raman has overtaken Republican and reality TV star Spencer Pratt by just over 2,000 votes for second place and the chance to take on current LA Mayor Karen Bass in the November election. Finally “Schmigadoon” and “Death of a Salesman” were the big winners of the 2026 Tony Awards saluting the best of Broadway. Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Bondi Blames Blanche For Epstein Issues, Senate Vote-A-Rama, Bolton's Plea, DOJ Targets Ohio Fraud
2w ago00:39:26Tap to summarizeToday on America in the MorningBondi Blames Blanche For Epstein Issues In closed door testimony last month, former attorney general Pam Bondi told lawmakers her deputy, now President Trump's nominee to take her job, Todd Blanche, was the one responsible for the Justice Department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files and investigation. John Stolnis has more from Washington. Senate Vote-A-Rama It was a busy Thursday and Thursday night in the Senate thanks to what’s called a “vote-a-rama” as senators work to put together a passable bill to fund immigration enforcement, while Democrats work to block the so-called anti-weaponization bill and other projects favored by President Trump, and the GOP works to get a spending bill over the finish line. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on what Senators were saying. Pulte Not Permanent President Trump is addressing his selection to replace the Director of National of Intelligence, who left her role following her husband's cancer diagnosis. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Truck Driving Pastor Saves Woman It almost sounds like a movie script - a truck driving church pastor saves the day when he stops an alleged kidnapping attempt. Correspondent Jennifer King reports it was a real-life rescue on a South Carolina highway. Pilot’s Admission The pilot claims he thought the plane was low, but just not that low. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on what the NTSB has so far uncovered regarding a near-catastrophic plane crash in New Jersey. NBA Security Questions There was a serious lapse of security at Game 1 of the NBA Finals in San Antonio. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on a teenage spectator that ran onto the court while the game was in progress to take a selfie with one of basketball’s biggest stars. Ohio Fraud The Trump administration's deep dive into fraud schemes that started in Minnesota has now landed in Ohio where arrests have been made and several hoax businesses have been shuttered. Correspondent Joan Jones has the details after the acting-Attorney General and FBI Director said Ohio is home to some of the most significant fraud schemes in the country. Texas Murder Trial Testimony is underway in the trial of a Texas teenager accused of stabbing another teen to death during a track meet last year. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the high-profile trial has strict guidelines and no cameras are allowed in the courtroom. Hezbollah Says No To Ceasefire The Trump administration released a statement, joining the governments of Israel and Lebanon agreeing to adopt a ceasefire between the two nations, but Hezbollah, which has been using Lebanon to attack Israel, says they will not abide by the agreement. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports fighting on Thursday killed 4 people in Southern Lebanon including a UN peacekeeper. Bolton To Plead Guilty Former Trump administration national security adviser John Bolton will plead guilty in a classified information case, accused of mishandling sensitive national security files. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports. Changes At The Trump Kennedy Center The Kennedy Center on Thursday directed its employees to remove all references to President Donald Trump from its communications to comply with a federal judge’s order blocking the president’s name from being added to the performing arts center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →House Approves War Powers, Still Counting California Votes, Bakersfield Standoff Ends, New Troubles For George Santos
2w ago00:39:30Tap to summarizeToday on America in the MorningHouse Approves War Powers Resolution Democrats pushed through with the help of Republicans in the U-S House voting to pass a war powers resolution Wednesday that aims to potentially limit President Trump's military action in Iran. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports it was a vote that House Speaker Mike Johnson was adamantly against. Still Counting California Ballots A Hollywood-style cliffhanger is playing out in California. Jim Roope reports from Los Angeles as votes continue to be counted Thursday of the two key races in the Golden State, and each race has a candidate backed by President Trump. California Standoff Ends A hostage situation in Bakersfield, California that went through the night into Wednesday finally ended after the FBI shot and killed the suspect who was allegedly armed with a bomb strapped to his chest. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on what police have learned about the hostage taker. Israel & Lebanon Ceasefire Israel and Lebanon announced they agreed to the implementation of a ceasefire, but that’s contingent on Iran-backed Hezbollah stopping their Lebanon-based attacks against Northern Israel. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that this comes as President Trump is acknowledging tensions with Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel's fighting with its neighbor to the north. New Trouble For George Santos A former New York congressman who left Washington in disgrace after getting indicted may be in trouble with the law again. Correspondent Donna Warder reports on the new problem plaguing George Santos. Russell Wilson Changes Career A star NFL quarterback is hanging up his cleats and heading to the broadcast booth. Correspondent Jennifer King has the details of Russel Wilson’s next step. Latest On US-Iran War The still-fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran is facing a serious moment after the US military targeted an Iranian oil tanker trying to move through the US blockade, and Iran retaliated, firing off missiles and drones toward US allies in the Persian Gulf, including hitting Kuwait’s international airport where one person died and the airport suffered extensive damage. Correspondent Jon Gambrell reports. Bessent On The Hot Seat Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dodged questions about whether President Trump will still be immune from IRS audits after the administration scrapped plans for an anti-weaponization fund as he faced a Senate hearing that also focused on the economy. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports. Senate Preps Funding Bill Senate Republicans in Washington have advanced an immigration enforcement funding bill after two Republican-favored provisions were dropped. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. NY Subway Hate Crime A woman on a crowded New York City subway train spewing anti-Semitic hate and screaming that quote - “Jews are eating kids” ripped a chunk of hair out of a Jewish woman as passengers watched. Sue Aller reports this is the latest act of religious hatred to happen in New York City in the past 2 months. Maven Turns Off NASA is saying farewell to an orbiter that is circling Mars. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the end of a NASA mission called MAVEN, sent to Mars over a decade ago to study the red planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Primary Day, Senators Question Pulte Promotion, Pelley Fired At CBS 60 Minutes, Blanche Says Anti-Weaponization Fund Dead
2w ago00:39:32Tap to summarizeToday on America in the MorningPrimary Day In Six States Six states held primaries on Tuesday, including California where voters will look to fill the state’s governor and Los Angeles mayor’s office. John Stolnis has details from Washington. Blanche On The Hot Seat Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche answered questions surrounding what has been called the "anti-weaponization" fund, and allegations against the Trump family, during an at-times contentious hearing Tuesday in Congress. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports questions still remain as to allowing President Trump and his family a tax immunity, as well as issues including Jeffrey Epstein and a Qatari jetliner. Rubio & Senate Discuss Iran Secretary of State Marco Rubio sat before a Senate committee on Tuesday, saying he's optimistic about potentially resuming nuclear talks with Iran. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the president is drawing a hard line regarding the nuclear issue and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Latest On Iowa Murders Questions are being raised in Iowa as authorities are investigating the fatal shootings of six people, all from the same family. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports. Platner & Paxton Head To Washington Two US Senate candidates with tarnished reputations were both in Washington to meet with members of their parties. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Questions Over Pulte Promotion There's bipartisan criticism of President Trump's surprise pick to be the nation's acting national intelligence chief, replacing the departing Tulsi Gabbard. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the choice has some GOP senators opening questioning the choice of Housing Secretary Bill Pulte taking on the dual-role of heading the nation’s intelligence service. Delaney Hall Curfew Lifted An inspection of the New Jersey Delaney Hall ICE facility contradicts some claims made by state elected officials as the facility’s operator faces a new lawsuit from the New Jersey attorney general, while the city of Newark and other groups are also moving with legal challenges. Bob Brown reports a curfew in the surrounding area of the detention facility is being lifted. SCOTUS OK’s Alabama Map The US Supreme Court on Tuesday night gave Alabama the go-ahead to use a congressional map that eliminates one of two majority-Black districts in the state. OZ OK’s Trump Health The Trump administration is answering questions about repeated trips to the doctor by President Trump. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Finally Longtime CBS News 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley has been fired by the network after clashing with the show’s new executive producer. America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay tells us what led to the surprise firing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Trump Backs Off Anti-Weaponization Fund, Trump-Netanyahu Meeting Over Iran & Lebanon, California Primary Day, Florida Sues Open A-I
2w ago00:39:33Tap to summarizeToday on America in the MorningTrump Backing Off Anti-Weaponization Fund The Trump administration has agreed to comply with a federal judge's order to temporarily halt its so-called 'anti-weaponization' fund. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this came following a meeting with House Speaker Mike Johnson, and a number of Republican members of Congress who went on the record denouncing the fund. US-Iran Talks Off & On Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Trump appear to be working from separate playbooks as Israel's incursion into southern Lebanon continues amidst a faltering US peace deal with Iran. John Stolnis has more from Washington. Primary Day In California Californians go to the polls today for the state’s primary, with includes high-profile races for governor and the mayor of Los Angeles. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Lab Worker Finally Found The body of a worker at a New Mexico lab who was reported missing last year has been found. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Tina Peters Freed There’s reaction regarding the release from prison of a controversial former clerk in Colorado. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports. Open Doors For Kirk Shooter Trial There are new developments surrounding the trial of the Charlie Kirk shooting suspect. Correspondent Jennifer King reports that one of those developments – the trial will not take place behind closed doors. Latest In The Middle East President Trump called Israel’s leader to get the Israelis to not attack Beirut which came as the Lebanese government talked Hezbollah into not firing on Israel. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports Iran says it has stopped talks with the US, while President Trump says the talks with Iran are moving at a rapid pace, and he also told CNBC he’s not concerned about the talks at all, and through all of this, the vital Strait of Hormuz is still closed to shipping. Platner’s Wife To His Defense A US Senate race that could tip the balance of power in Congress is playing out in Maine, where the wife of the Democrat candidate for Senate defending her husband's infidelities and social media spaces. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Florida Sues Open AI Calling the artificial intelligence site Chat GPT unsafe, the state of Florida is suing Open A-I, alleging deceptive practices and harm to state residents. Correspondent Jennifer King reports the Sunshine State lawsuit alleges the Open A-I chatbot of encouraging or abetting a range of harmful and violent behavior. Police Officer Fired A North Carolina police officer is out of a job after he was caught on a doorbell camera punching a woman that he was trying to place under arrest. Correspondent Joan Jones has the details – audio courtesy of ABC News. Iowa Mass Shooting There was carnage in Iowa on Monday after six people were killed in a shooting spree at multiple locations across a town that police believe stemmed from an apparent domestic dispute. Finally In a remarkable sign of the turmoil at CBS’s top-rated “60 Minutes,” during an introductory meeting between the staff and the show’s new executive producer, longtime correspondent Scott Pelley said CBS News head Bari Weiss was “murdering the show” and accused its new producer of having “slender qualifications” for the job. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the latest trouble at "60 Minutes." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Trump's Iran Counteroffer, Protests Continue At NJ ICE Center, Criminal Charges In Virginia Bus Crash, Senate Focus On Maine & Texas
2w ago00:39:31Tap to summarizeToday on America in the MorningUS-Iran Trade Messages After a weekend of contemplation, President Trump continues to ponder the peace deal negotiations between U.S. and Iranian officials and whether to give it his stamp of approval. John Stolnis has the latest from Washington. Protests Continue At Newark, NJ ICE Center In New Jersey, Delaney Hall is located just 9 miles from the World Cup venue Met Life Stadium and a 9 minute drive to Newark Airport, but it’s become the hotbed for protests against the Trump administration’s immigration policies. Correspondent Julie Walker reports on a curfew around the immigration detention center after clashes between protesters and ICE, and New Jersey Senator Andy Kim, speaking on CNN’s State of the Union who was able to inspect the facility, says part of the problem is the for-profit status of the detention center. Criminal Charges In VA Bus Crash A Massachusetts family of four was among the five killed in a crash involving a bus on Interstate 95 in Stafford County, Virginia south of Washington, DC. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the driver of a bus involved in the crash is facing criminal charges. US Strikes Another Drug Boat The United States military has carried out another attack on vessels it accuses of running drugs. Correspondent Donna Warder reports the latest strike happened in the Pacific Ocean, the fourth such assault in the past 7 days. Virginia Deputy Killed The man police in Virginia believe is responsible for shooting two sheriff’s deputies and killing one of them was tracked down to North Carolina. Less People Smoking Cigarette smoking rates have hit an all-time low in the US, with just one-in-11 adults now saying they are smokers. Lisa Dwyer reports on a drop in smoking rates, and what’s leading to less people lighting up. Salute To Israel Parade There was both pageantry and controversy in New York City on Sunday – the pageantry coming with the city’s annual Salute to Israel parade amid unprecedented security measures, and the controversy coming as Mayor Zohran Mamdani did not participate, a mayoral first in over 60 years. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Focus On Maine & Texas Senate Races America is playing close attention to two highly contested Senate races that could shift the balance of power in Congress in November's midterm elections. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Hegseth’s Message To Asia Secretary of War Pete Hegseth was in Asia over the weekend attending an Indo-Pacific forum where he stressed his Asian counterparts to have their nations increase their defense spending, but toning down China threat comments at the defense forum. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Hawaii Triple Murder Authorities in Hawaii have charged a 36-year-old man with murder in the killings of three men in a remote island community known for its eclectic, communal lifestyle. All Recovered From Washington Implosion Officials in Longview, Washington have confirmed over the weekend that the bodies of all of the missing after a chemical tank at a paper mill imploded have been recovered. Tech News We used to get it for free, but now there will be paid tiers for Meta’s social media sites Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Chuck Palm has this story in his new segment, the New Old Tech Guy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →US-Iran Agreement, Confusion Over E. Jean Carroll Investigation, Dallas Apartment Explosion, Blue Origin Rocket Explodes
3w ago00:39:30Tap to summarizeToday on America in the MorningUS-Iran Agreement Reached U.S. negotiators and their Iranian counterparts have reportedly reached an agreement to extend the ceasefire and re-open the Strait of Hormuz, but President Trump has the final say on the deal. Correspondent John Stolnis has the latest from Washington. Confusion Over Carroll Investigation The top federal prosecutor in Chicago denied Thursday evening that his office had opened an investigation into E. Jean Carroll, the woman who said that Donald Trump sexually assaulted her 30 years ago, despite numerous media reports to the contrary. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports the Department of Justice appears to be probing a non-profit group they claim helped pay for some of Carroll’s legal bills, while Carroll’s representation is calling this a weaponized legal assault against someone who won a court case against President Trump. T Dallas Apartment Explosion A recovery operation is underway in Dallas after an apartment building exploded following reports of a gas leak. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas that it’s unclear how many people may have died in the blast. The Trump $250 Some controversy in Washington over the potential for new U.S. currency with President Trump's face on it. The details from correspondent Ed Donahue. Judge OK’s Trump Voter Order A federal judge is refusing to block an executive order from President Trump that would create a federal voter list and limit some mail-in voting. Correspondent Donna Warder reports. Latest On US-Iran Agreement The United States and Iran have reached a tentative agreement to end their months-long war in the Middle East, but there are questions as to what will happen next in what appears to be a multi-step process. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports that even if officials on both sides agree, it will still be up to President Trump to give the go-ahead. Latest On California Primary Texas was the big primary this week, and next week California will be front-and-center with important races from the governor to the mayor of Los Angeles. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports while one candidate is seemingly pulling away in the polls in the California Governor's race, the battle for mayor in L-A appears close. Focus On NJ ICE Detention Center National attention has turned to a detention center called Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey, an ICE facility where agitators have staged protests outside leading to 6 arrests so far, and one US Senator getting pepper sprayed this week. Correspondent Joan Jones has details. Blue Origin Rocket Explodes A Blue Origin Glenn rocket exploded Thursday night on a launch pad at Cape Canaveral in Florida. Alleged Hawaii Murderer Apprehended It was a frantic couple of days in Hawaii after word spread of three murders of elderly men in two days. Finally There is a significant shakeup coming to 60 Minutes. Correspondent Jenifer King reports that CBS is making big changes to the long-running news program, both on the air and behind the scenes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Iran Attack After Trump Cabinet Meeting, Latest On Washington Tank Implosion, Biden Sues DOJ, DOJ Investigating E. Jean Carroll
3w ago00:39:29Tap to summarizeToday on America in the MorningTrump Cabinet Discusses Iran The United States carried out another series of military strikes against Iran Wednesday night, and shot down four Iranian one-way attack drones. This came after President Trump held a cabinet meeting at the White House where he made clear he’s not happy with the Iran negotiations. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the president said that nations including Saudi Arabia should join the Abraham Accords because as he said, those nations owe it to the United States. Washington State Tank Implosion A small mill town in the Pacific Northwest is trying to recover from a devastating industrial accident. Two are confirmed dead, nine injured, and nine missing and presumed dead in the collapse of a huge tank filled with a deadly chemical used in the production of paper. Correspondent Rich Johnson has more from Seattle. Biden Sues DOJ A former president announced he is taking legal action against the Department of Justice. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports on what led Joe Biden to file a lawsuit. Alabama Redistricting Appeals To SCOTUS After a three-judge Federal panel found against Alabama’s plan to redistrict, the state is now taking their case to the Supreme Court to allow the use of a GOP-drawn congressional map. Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Bondi’s Cancer Diagnosis On the same day that the White House announced that Pam Bondi would be joining a newly-formed advisory committee, an ethics group filed a complaint alleging misconduct during her time as Attorney General, and just days before she’s expected to sit before the House Oversight Committee regarding the Epstein files, the former AG announced she’s undergoing cancer treatments. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. DOJ Investigates E. Jean Carroll The Justice Department is conducting a criminal investigation into whether author E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in connection with her civil lawsuits against President Trump. Texas Showdown Begins The campaign speeches ended on primary election night, and almost immediately ads hit the airwaves as the candidates in Texas were finalized for a high-profile race for a US Senate seat. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas. All Clear In Southern California It’s the news that as many as 50,000 people who were forced from their homes had been waiting for. Southern California officials have lifted all evacuation orders for residents near a damaged toxic chemical tank in a town between Los Angeles and Anaheim. Correspondent Julie Walker has details. Florida’s Property Tax Proposal Florida Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled his property tax plan, calling for sweeping tax cuts that if approved, would spare millions of Florida home owners from paying any taxes on their primary residences. Sue Aller reports that there may be some obstacles in the way to make the proposal a reality. Minneapolis Police Chief Resigns The Minneapolis police chief brought in following the police killing of George Floyd has resigned. Correspondent Donna Warder reports the chief is leaving office under a cloud of complaints. Finally The fifth and final sentencing in the 2 1/2-year investigation and prosecution of Matthew Perry's death was handed down in a Los Angeles court. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports that going to prison will be Perry’s personal assistant who injected the actor with the fatal dose of ketamine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →