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The A.M. Update
Hosted by Aaron McIntire · EN
Aaron McIntire provides the morning news update you don't necessarily want but absolutely need. Aaron delivers the most relevant stories with his signature sarcasm and even adds a little "Aaron-analysis" to wrap things up.
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Tehran Apocalypse? | Oil Goes Parabolic | 3/9/26
Mar 900:18:29Tap to summarizeMonday's edition of The A.M. Update with Aaron McIntire dives into the intensifying Iran conflict, featuring dramatic scenes from Tehran where coalition strikes on oil infrastructure triggered black rain, toxic fallout, and widespread smoke over the capital. Reports highlight fractures within Iranian leadership, with the formal government issuing apologies for regional attacks while the IRGC vows to continue them. President Trump dismisses accusations of targeting a desalinization plant, reframing focus on the regime's atrocities, amid emerging claims of UAE involvement. Tensions rise with the UK over delayed support and intelligence sharing, drawing sharp comments from Trump and regional allies. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth downplays Russian intel assistance to Iran, emphasizing U.S. awareness and dominance. Domestic updates include disappointing February jobs numbers amid rising oil prices nearing $90/barrel, Markwayne Mullin's controversial DHS nomination and past J6 remarks, a curious old clip from retiring Senator Steve Daines, fresh Epstein-related revelations from prison guard records, Midwest tornado devastation, shifting youth views on socialism in new polling, and observations on fluctuating X narratives around the war depending on the time of day. A.M. Update, Aaron McIntire, Iran conflict, Operation Epic Fury, Tehran strikes, oil prices, UK Iran support, Pete Hegseth, Markwayne Mullin, Ashley Babbitt, Jeffrey Epstein, jobs report, socialism poll, Midwest tornadoes, Steve Daines
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Iran Updates, Day 6 | So Long, Kristi | 3/6/26
Mar 600:19:12Tap to summarizeFriday's Five Pack on The A.M. Update with Aaron McIntire delivers sharp takes on the Iran conflict's rapid escalation, including President Trump's stark ultimatum to the regime, Central Command's report of over 30 ships sunk and destruction targeting missile production capabilities, plus seamless air defense integration with regional partners. Domestic shakeups include Kristi Noem's exit from Homeland Security amid controversy over ad spending and other issues, with Markwayne Mullin stepping in. Texas Senate primary drama heats up as Ken Paxton ties John Cornyn and floats a conditional dropout tied to the Save America Act. A striking debate moment sees prominent streamer Destiny shift positions under calm cross-examination on moral and physical realism. Plus listener questions on geopolitics, NATO's future, regional reactions to Iran's weakening, and more in Ask or Tell Me Anything. A.M. Update, Aaron McIntire, Iran war, Operation Epic Fury, President Trump, Kristi Noem, Markwayne Mullin, Ken Paxton, John Cornyn, Save America Act, Destiny debate, NATO, Ask or Tell Me Anything, Friday Five Pack
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Hegseth Preaches Lethality, Trump Confident On Iran | Talarico Enters the Chat | 3/4/26
Mar 500:21:41Tap to summarizeOn this Thursday edition of The A.M. Update, Aaron McIntire breaks down the latest from the escalating conflict with Iran, where top leadership has been eliminated, military branches crippled, and U.S. officials project overwhelming dominance in Operation Epic Fury. We cover confident assessments from President Trump and key Pentagon voices, contrasting congressional caution on terminology, and report the tragic loss of the first four American service members. Updates on conflicting claims about Kurdish involvement add intrigue to the ground situation. Stateside, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz faces intense questioning over a major fraud scandal and disputed statements about payment restarts, while newly minted Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico draws scrutiny for controversial theological takes and past social media posts. Plus, a strong biblical defense of personal charity versus government compulsion, the passing of coaching legend Lou Holtz, poll results on Iran's future, and more. A.M. Update, Aaron McIntire, Iran conflict, Operation Epic Fury, Pete Hegseth, Tim Walz, James Talarico, Feeding Our Future fraud, Texas Senate primary, Lou Holtz, military updates, congressional hearings, poll of the week
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72-Hour Epic Fury Updates | Uncle Sam: Your Friendly Neighborhood Maritime Insurer | 3/4/26
Mar 400:25:06Tap to summarizeWednesday's A.M. Update details Operation Epic Fury's first 72 hours: U.S. Central Command reports strikes on IRGC command centers, aerospace/missile sites, navy ships/submarines, air defenses, and comms infrastructure, while Israel hits covert nuclear development facilities and the Assembly of Experts building during successor voting. President Trump dismisses claims Israel "forced" U.S. involvement, emphasizing his belief Iran would attack first and Rubio clarifying preemptive timing to minimize casualties. A British F-35 scores its first combat kill downing an Iranian drone over Jordan; Spain refuses base access, prompting Trump threats of trade cutoff. Lloyd's of London halts Gulf shipping insurance, leading Trump to direct U.S. government coverage and Navy escorts. Texas primaries head to runoffs including Cornyn-Paxton Senate and Roy-Middleton AG races. Analysis warns of CCP propaganda amplifying "Israel roped us in" narratives to fracture U.S.-Israel ties. A.M. Update, Aaron McIntire, Operation Epic Fury, IRGC strikes, Marco Rubio Israel, Trump Iran, Kuwait friendly fire, Texas primaries, Lloyd's insurance Gulf, CCP propaganda, Lindsey Graham
Transcribe →SOTU REACTION | 2/25/26
Feb 2500:14:49Tap to summarizeAaron McIntire recaps key moments from last night's State of the Union Address, and why this year's SOTU and last year's Joint Address are so unique.
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Trump's HISTORIC Morning in Israel? | China Plays Chicken | 10/13/25
Oct 1300:25:38Tap to summarizeAaron McIntire breaks down President Trump's pivotal trip to Israel for a historic hostage transfer, potentially marking a Berlin Wall moment in the Hamas-Israel conflict. China backtracks on aggressive trade moves after Trump's tariff threats, and the government shutdown takes center stage as JD Vance calls out media distractions. Plus, updates on a tragic Tennessee explosion, border security shifts, and a surprising Antifa narrative push from the left. Trump, Israel, Hamas, China trade, government shutdown, JD Vance, border security, Antifa, Tennessee explosion, Dominion Voting Systems
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Week in Review | 10/12/25
Oct 1200:18:07Tap to summarizeThis week's A.M. Update: Week in Review dives into the fight against Antifa with Kyle Shideler, who calls for targeting federal funding in education to curb radical ideologies. Charlie Kirk's viral clip highlights the need for blunt truth to reach a struggling generation. Plus, President Trump's comments on faith spark a discussion on cultural Christianity, and the ongoing government shutdown fuels debate on federal firings and political gamesmanship. Antifa, education reform, cultural Christianity, Charlie Kirk, President Trump, government shutdown, federal funding, civics education, radical ideologies, faith and politics
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You Wanna Take on Antifa? Here's a Plan | 10/10/25
Oct 1000:21:27Tap to summarizeAaron McIntire sits down with Kyle Shideler, Director for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism at the Center for Security Policy, to discuss the rising threat of Antifa. Shideler outlines a whole-of-government approach to tackle decentralized far-left extremist networks, including legal statutes, financial tracking, and educational reform. Antifa, far-left extremism, Kyle Shideler, Aaron McIntire, AM Update, Center for Security Policy, terrorism, Charlie Kirk, Department of Justice, fiscal sponsorship, education reform, Trump administration
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TWO MORE Leftist Terrorists Exposed | Katie Porter Needs to be Institutionalized | 10/9/25
Oct 900:28:27Tap to summarize: Aaron McIntire dives into the ongoing federal government shutdown, now in its second week, as Speaker Mike Johnson calls out Democrats for blocking funding for essential workers. A Pacific Palisades fire suspect faces charges for arson with disturbing digital evidence. Plus, a thwarted attack near the Supreme Court and Katie Porter's fiery interview meltdown highlight the escalating political tensions. government shutdown, Palisades fire, left-wing terrorism, Aaron McIntire, AM Update, Mike Johnson, Hakeem Jeffries, Katie Porter, Supreme Court threat, Antifa, Trump administration, political discourse
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SOMALIA Catches a Stray | Jack Smith, SOMEBODY Needs to Go to Prison | 10/8/25
Oct 800:25:57Tap to summarizeThe A.M. Update covers the ongoing federal government shutdown as Democrats push for ACA subsidies while President Trump warns of job losses. Aaron McIntire delves into the FBI's wiretapping of Republican senators, with Attorney General Pam Bondi facing tough questions. Plus, a bizarre New York Times piece on Gen Z's "lavender marriage" divorces and a critical look at the flawed 2020 Census. government shutdown, FBI wiretapping, Pam Bondi, 2020 Census, Gen Z divorce, lavender marriage, illegal immigration, Christian nationalism, Aaron McIntire, The A.M. Update
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