Florida Shooting Kills Two & Google Ruled a Monopoly | Afternoon Update | 4.17.25

Summary

Morning Wire Podcast Summary: "Florida Shooting Kills Two & Google Ruled a Monopoly | Afternoon Update | 4.17.25"

Release Date: April 17, 2025

Hosted by John Bickley and co-host Georgia Howe, the Morning Wire’s afternoon update delivers in-depth coverage on current events across politics, law, technology, and more. This summary captures the key discussions, insights, and conclusions from the episode, complete with notable quotes and timestamps for clarity.

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1. Florida State University Shooting

Reporter: Cabot Phillips
Timestamp: [00:42]

A mass shooting at Florida State University (FSU) has resulted in multiple injuries and fatalities. Cabot Phillips provides an on-the-ground report, highlighting the chaos that ensued as authorities responded to the incident.

On-Site Details:

On-Site Reporter:
"[00:52] The latest, yeah, scary scene here in Tallahassee. I was arriving on campus when sirens and helicopters began, and police started frantically shutting down streets. Moments earlier, a gunman opened fire outside the student union. Police say at least two people are dead, and six more have been hospitalized. The 20-year-old shooter, son of a sheriff's deputy, is in custody after being shot. It's unclear if the wound was inflicted by police or was self-inflicted. Authorities recovered a shotgun, handgun, and another firearm from the suspect's vehicle."

The situation remains fluid, with ongoing updates expected from Tallahassee authorities as more details emerge.

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2. President Trump's Criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Reporter: Tim Rice
Timestamp: [01:43]

President Trump has publicly expressed frustration with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, signaling potential tensions within economic policy circles.

Key Points:

Tim Rice:
"[01:43] Although President Trump appointed Powell during his first term, he's now making it clear that his patience has run out. Trump is demanding interest rate cuts after Powell criticized his calls for reductions on Wednesday. On Truth Social, Trump accused Powell of being 'always too late' and 'wrong' in handling interest rates. He also stated, 'Powell is playing politics with the cuts, and my termination cannot come fast enough.' During a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Trump reiterated his dissatisfaction:

President Trump:
"[02:12] I don't think he's doing the job. He's too late, always too late, slow, and I'm not happy with him. I let him know it and if I want him out, he'll be out of there real fast. Believe me."

This exchange highlights the growing rift between the administration and the Federal Reserve regarding monetary strategies.

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3. Death of Two Marines in Border Vehicle Accident

Reporter: Tim Pierce
Timestamp: [02:37]

Tragic news emerged as two Marines lost their lives in a vehicle accident along the U.S.-Mexico border during a deployment mission.

Incident Details:

Tim Pierce:
"[02:37] As reported by the New York Post, the Marine civilian Jeep veered into a 10-foot ditch and rolled over on a narrow highway in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. The two soldiers were attempting to pass another vehicle on the two-lane highway when their Jeep plunged into Snake Canyon—a notorious spot for smugglers and snakes. A source informed the Post that this area is hazardous for off-road travel due to immediate drop-offs and nearby concrete tunnels used by smugglers. Load sensors are in place as illegal aliens often attempt to hide under vehicles and are intercepted by patrols."

The accident underscores the dangers faced by military personnel in volatile border regions.

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4. AG Pam Bondi and Press Secretary Caroline Levitt on Garcia's Deportation

Reporter: Amanda Presto Giacomo
Timestamp: [03:39]

Attorney General Pam Bondi and White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt have criticized Democratic efforts to repatriate Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an alleged MS-13 gang member.

Key Highlights:

Amanda Presto Giacomo:
"[03:39] Garcia, deported to El Salvador, is now held in a high-security megaprison. Court records reveal Garcia's wife accused him of repeated domestic abuse, fearing for her life. AG Pam Bondi called the reports 'horrific' and thanked President Trump for the deportation:

AG Pam Bondi:
"America is safer because he is gone. Maryland is safer because he is gone. The woman he is married to and their child are safer tonight because he is out of our country and sitting in El Salvador where he belongs."

Bondi also demanded an apology from the 'Legacy Media.' Despite a Supreme Court ruling questioning his removal, both U.S. and Salvadoran officials indicate they lack the authority to reverse the deportation. Additionally, DHS released documents confirming Garcia's gang affiliations.

This segment emphasizes the administration's commitment to removing convicted gang members and critiques Democratic interventions.

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5. Menendez Brothers Case Delay

Reporter: John Bickley
Timestamp: [04:37]

Legal proceedings in the Menendez brothers' case face a postponement as prosecutors seek to review new psychological evaluations before sentencing.

Details:

John Bickley:
"Prosecutors in the Menendez brothers' case have moved to delay today's anticipated re-sentencing hearing, citing the need to review new psychological evaluations. The motion argues that updated risk assessments from prison and parole officials are critical for the court to consider before making a decision. District Attorney Nathan Hockman stated that relying on outdated evaluations would be unfair. Governor Gavin Newsom's office confirmed the full assessment is due by June 13th and has begun releasing portions for review."

This delay ensures that sentencing is informed by the most current psychological insights, aiming for a fair and just outcome.

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6. Google Ruled a Monopoly Again

Reporter: Cabot Phillips
Timestamp: [05:09]

Google faces another antitrust ruling, solidifying its status as a monopoly and escalating regulatory pressures.

Key Points:

Cabot Phillips:
"Google has once again been found guilty of abusing its monopoly power, marking the second time in less than a year. A U.S. District Judge ruled that Google illegally used its ad tools to shut out competition and manipulate pricing, harming online publishers. The Justice Department is now moving to the penalty phase, which could involve forcing Google to sell off key advertising technologies. Google denies any wrongdoing and plans to appeal the decision. This latest blow follows a separate antitrust ruling against its search engine, adding to the growing regulatory pressure on the $1.8 trillion tech giant."

The repeated antitrust actions highlight increasing governmental efforts to curb the dominance of major tech firms.

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7. Speculation on Time Travel Technologies

Reporter: Tim Pierce
Timestamp: [05:49]

Speculation arises around the possibility of time travel following statements by the Trump administration’s top science advisor, Michael Kratzios.

Details:

Tim Pierce:
"[05:49] Michael Kratzios stated that current technologies permit us to manipulate time and space, effectively 'leaving distance annihilated' and enhancing productivity. This bold assertion has sparked rumors about secret technologies and potential breakthroughs in AI or quantum computing. Kratzios mentioned, 'Americans will soon shape the future with tools that bend time,' echoing President Trump's recent comments about a powerful undisclosed weapon. However, the White House has yet to provide clarification. Scientists caution that while time dilation is a proven concept in physics, actual time travel remains theoretical for now."

This intriguing discussion blends futuristic possibilities with current scientific understanding, leaving listeners curious about upcoming technological advancements.

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Additional Drive Home Updates

Reporter: Cabot Phillips
Timestamp: [06:25]

• AG Pam Bondi Sues Maine:
  Bondi is taking legal action against Maine over its transgender sports policies, challenging what she deems discriminatory measures.

• Media Bias in Rachel Marin's Murder Coverage:
  A new report exposes significant media bias in the coverage surrounding the murder of Rachel Marin, questioning the impartiality of mainstream outlets.

• New Study on ADHD:
  Emerging research on ADHD raises troubling questions about current diagnostic and treatment practices, suggesting the need for reevaluation.

Listeners are encouraged to visit dailywire.com for more in-depth coverage on these and other stories.

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Transcript

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[John Bickley]

Several people have been injured following a shooting on Florida State University's campus. Two Marines are killed in an accident along the border and a judge finds Google guilty of being a monopoly. I'm Daily Wire Editor in Chief John Bickley with Georgia Howe. It's Thursday, April 17th, and this is your Morning Wire afternoon update.

[Cabot Phillips]

A mass shooting at Florida State University has several people injured and some feared dead. Daily Wire senior editor Cabot Phillips is there on FSU campus now and has.

[On-Site Reporter]

The latest yeah, scary scene here in Tallahassee. I happen to have an event scheduled at FSU today. I was just arriving to campus when we started hearing sirens and helicopters and police began frantically shutting down streets. We later learned that moments earlier a gunman had opened fire outside of the student union. This is a breaking story, so details are still emerging, but at the moment police say at least two people are dead while six more have been hospitalized. The shooter, who is 20 years old and the son of a sheriff's deputy, is in custody after being shot. It's not clear if he was struck by police or if the wound was self inflicted. Police say they recovered a shotgun and handgun. Another firearm was also found in the suspect's vehicle. Tallahassee authorities offered an update moments ago at a press conference.

[Cabot Phillips]

President Trump is fed up with Fed chair Jerome Powell. Daily Wire managing editor Tim Rice has more.

[Tim Rice]

Though the president appointed Powell to the position during his first term, he's making clear that his patience has run out. Demanding interest rate cuts now after Powell criticized Trump's calls for cuts Wednesday. Trump took to Truth Social today to accuse Powell of being always too late and wrong in his handling of the interest rate. Trump has said that Powell is playing politics with the cuts and now says his termination cannot come fast enough. Trump was asked about Powell during a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Here's what he said.

[John Bickley]

I don't think he's doing the job. He's too late, always too late, slow, and I'm not happy with him. I let him know it and if I want him out, he'll be out of there real fast. Believe me Two Marines that were deployed as part of President Trump's border mission tragically died in a vehicle accident Tuesday. Daily Wire reporter Tim Pierce has details.

[Tim Pierce]

As reported by the New York Post, the Marine civilian Jeep dropped into a 10 foot ditch and rolled over on a narrow highway in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. The two soldiers tried to pass another vehicle on the two lane highway, but tumbled into a deep ditch known as Snake Canyon, described as a hangout spot for both smugglers and snakes. One source told the Post that it would be a horrible place to go off the road because the canyon is right off the shoulder. The source added that it has concrete tunnels that run underneath the highway and we have load sensors there because illegal aliens hide under it and then get picked up by a load vehicle.

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[Cabot Phillips]

AG Pam Bondi and White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt are slamming efforts from Democrats to bring Kilmar Abrego Garcia back stateside. Daily Wire reporter Amanda Presto Giacomo has the latest.

[Amanda Presto Giacomo]

Garcia, an alleged Ms. 13 gang member, was deported to El Salvador and is now being held in a high security megaprison. Court records obtained by Fox News show that Garcia's wife accused him of repeated domestic abuse, saying that she feared for her life. Bondi called the reports horrific and she thanked President Trump for the deportation. She's also calling for an apology from Legacy Media. America is safer because he is gone. Maryland is safer because he is gone. And that woman that he is married to and that child he had with her, they are safer tonight because he is out of our country and sitting in El Salvador where he belongs. Despite a Supreme Court ruling questioning his removal, officials in both the US And El Salvador say that they lack the authority to reverse it. In addition to the abuse allegations, DHS recently released documents confirming Garcia's gang ties.

[John Bickley]

Prosecutors in the Menendez brothers case have moved to delay today's anticipated re sentencing hearing, citing the need to review new psychological evaluations. The motion, which was filed earlier this week, argues that updated risk assessments from prison and parole officials are critical for the court to consider before making a decision. District Attorney Nathan Hockman says relying on outdated evaluations would be unfair. Governor Gavin Newsom's office confirmed the full assessment is due by June 13th and has begun releasing portions for review.

[Cabot Phillips]

Google has once again been found guilty of abusing its monopoly power. It's the second time in less than a year. A US District judge says Google illegally used its ad tools to shut out competition and manipulate pricing, hurting online publishers. The Justice Department now moves to the penalty phase, where it could push for Google to sell off key advertising tech. Google denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal. This latest blow follows a separate antitrust ruling against its search engine, adding to growing regulatory pressure on the $1.8 trillion tech giant.

[John Bickley]

And could time travel soon be a thing? That's what some are speculating after the Trump administration's top science advisor, Michael Kratzios.

[Tim Pierce]

Said, our technologies permit us to manipulate time and space. They leave distance annihilated, cause things to.

[John Bickley]

Grow and improve productivity. The bold statement also sparked speculation about secret technologies and possible references to breakthroughs in AI or quantum computing. Kratzio said Americans will soon shape the future with tools that bend time, echoing recent comments by President Trump about a powerful undisclosed weapon, though the White House has yet to clarify. Meanwhile, scientists note time dilation already exists in physics, but true time travel remains theoretical for now.

[Cabot Phillips]

Those are your Drive Home updates this afternoon. To learn more about these stories, go to dailywire.com and in case you missed it, this morning we covered some key stories, including AG Pam Bondi sues Maine over its transgender sports policies. A new report exposes the glaring media bias in covering the murder of Rachel Marin. And a new study on ADHD raises troubling questions. Thanks for tuning in. We'll be back tomorrow morning with another full edition of Morning Wire.