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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!

  1. 2D AGO

    Iran Attacks US & US Responds, Tennessee Redistricting, Massive School Cyberattack, Rubio Meets With Pope Leo

    Today on America in the MorningIran Attacks US Navy & US Military Responds Iran appears to be stalling on responding to the peace deal offered by President Trump, and the president says there could be a deal next week, but all of this comes as Iran on Thursday attacked three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz, and the US military retaliated with airstrikes on Iranian military facilities.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports that Thursday’s incidents, ones that the president downplayed as a “love tap,” are stoking fears the attack and counterattack could derail both the talks and the cease-fire.     Tennessee’s New Redistricting Map Following this week’s Supreme Court decision on Louisiana’s congressional districts, several states immediately embarked on redistricting plans of their own.  Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has quickly signed into law newly redrawn congressional maps voted on Thursday in a special session of the state legislature which eliminates the state’s lone majority-Black Democrat district.  Joan Jones has the story from Nashville.   Massive School Cyberattack Students and staff at hundreds of school districts, colleges and universities, including Harvard, Penn and Duke, have been the victims of a massive cyber data breach.    Rubio Visits Pope Leo Secretary of State Marco Rubio went to Italy, meeting with Pope Leo at the Vatican.  Correspondent Nicole Winfield reports the meeting comes after President Trump's criticism of the Pontiff.   Hegseth & Kelly A Federal appeals court is taking up the Trump administration’s efforts to censure Arizona Senator Mark Kelly over comments he made last year.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Profiting From High Gas Prices High gas prices are becoming the norm, and oil industry analysts are saying that we can be paying $4 dollars or more per gallon well into the summer driving season as the war with Iran continues.  While Americans and others around the world pay higher gas prices, the oil companies are reaping the profits.  America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has details of who is benefitting from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.   Thomas Makes History Clarence Thomas is making Supreme Court history, becoming the second-longest serving justice on the bench.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch, speaking on Fox News, praised Justice Thomas for both his legal knowledge and his personality.   Court Rules Against Trump Tariffs A federal court ruled Thursday against the new global tariffs that President Donald Trump imposed after losing his tariff case at the Supreme Court.  Mississippi Tornadoes Mississippi is assessing the damage and cleaning up after several tornadoes that ripped through parts of the state.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Firebomber Gets Life A man who firebombed a crowd in Boulder, Colorado will spend the rest of his life in prison.  Lisa Dwyer reports on the sentencing of a man who attacked pro-Israel demonstrators almost a year ago.   Finally   The plea was not guilty.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a civil rights group that is being taken to court in a federal case, and went on the offensive against acting-Attorney General Todd Blanche. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    40 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Epstein Suicide Note Released, Iran & US Peace Proposals, Rubio Meeting With Pope Leo, Remembering Ted Turner

    Today on America in the MorningEpstein Suicide Note Released As Lutnick Faces House Hearing A federal judge has released the purported suicide note left behind by Jeffery Epstein.  Jim Roope reports the release comes the same day Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnik is questioned by the House Oversight Committee looking into the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, a closed-door hearing that may have raised more questions than answers.     Trump Talks Iran Deal President Trump said that his administration held what he called “very good talks” with Tehran in the past 24 hours, but both sides are offering contradictory and changing assessments of the state of war and talks of peace.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the U.S. military says it struck an Iranian oil tanker as the US naval blockade of Iranian ports remains in place and issued new threats to Iran, while Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open, a move which led the price of oil to fall.   DOJ Can Keep Georgia Ballots On Wednesday evening, a court ruled that the Justice Department can keep the 2020 election ballots they seized from Fulton County, Georgia.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Tennessee Manhunt Ends Authorities in Tennessee say a multi-day manhunt is over after they found the body of a highly trained Special Forces veteran who is accused of shooting his wife.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Virginia State Senator Targeted By FBI Federal agents on Wednesday raided the Virginia office of State Senator Louise Lucas, one of Virginia’s most powerful Democrat lawmakers.  Lisa Dwyer reports on what the FBI was searching for.   Remembering Ted Turner The media world is remembering the life of the person who created CNN, and once owned baseball’s Atlanta Braves.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on the passing of Ted Turner.   Rubio-Pope Meeting Secretary of State Marco Rubio will be in Italy today where will head to the Vatican and meet with Pope Leo.  Correspondent Tricia Thomas has a preview of a meeting which comes on the heels of an unusual back-and-forth between the Pontiff and President Trump.   Hantavirus Victims Airlifted Hantavirus patients were airlifted from a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean and were taken to Amsterdam where they will be quarantined and receive treatment.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports three people so far have died, and Jake Rosmarin, a travel influencer from Boston and passenger on the infected ship, posted a tearful message on social media saying all he wants to do is go home.   Oklahoma Shooting Arrest A teenager is now under arrest in Oklahoma following a mass shooting at a party that left 22 people hurt and one teen dead.  The latest from correspondent Sue Aller. Latest On DC Shooter There are new details in the arrest of a suspect involved in a shooting near the Washington Monument and the White House this week.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Finally   The end is near for one of late night TV’s best-known talk show hosts.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details on the last shows for Stephen Colbert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  3. 4D AGO

    Ohio & Indiana Primaries, Project Freedom Halted, $1 Billion Ballroom Security, Deadly Texas Shooting

    Today on America in the MorningPrimary Day In Indiana and Ohio, voters went to the polls for state-wide primary elections.  In the Hoosier state, a number of GOP state senators who defied President Trump's call to redistrict congressional maps in Republicans' favor were ousted after calls by the President for them to be primaried.  John Stolnis has more.   Trump Administration Talks Iran From President Trump to the Secretary of State, Secretary of War, Secretary of the Treasury, and social media posts, the Trump administration laid out their positions Tuesday regarding the war with Iran and US intentions in the Strait of Hormuz.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports this comes as the President announced overnight he was pausing Project Freedom.   Texas Shooting There’s an investigation underway after a meeting between two people resulted in a deadly shooting in a Dallas suburb.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Texas.   Billion Dollar Ballroom In the Senate, a GOP-backed bill would fund $1 billion dollars in security upgrades for President Trump's White House ballroom project.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that questions are being raised as to how that money will be spent on top of the ballroom costs.   Questioning Cellphone Bans A number of states enacted cell phone bans in schools, but questions are being raised as to how effective the rules can be.  Lisa Dwyer reports so far, reviews are mixed.   Primary Recap Voters in Indiana, Michigan and Ohio went to the polls for state-wide primary elections.  John Stolnis has a recap.   Latest On Project Freedom While the US-Iran ceasefire is holding, there have been shooting incidents with Iran targeting ships near the Strait of Hormuz and firing on the United Arab Emirates, and the US military responding by taking out Iranian speedboats operating in the area.  Correspondent Luke Garratt reports on the latest with Project Freedom.  Trump & Physical FitnessPresident Trump held a signing ceremony in the Oval Office announcing the return of an old public school staple.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the Presidential Physical Fitness Award.   NY Times Lawsuit The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed suit in the Southern District of New York, alleging the New York Times passed over a qualified white male employee who had applied to work as the publication’s deputy real estate editor Death Penalty Case The former Fed-EX delivery driver who pleaded guilty to the kidnapping and murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand in Texas faced a judge and learned his fate.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas. Finally   The annual Met Gala turned some heads which included surprise duets, protests, and some participants who hardly wore anything.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    40 min

  4. 5D AGO

    Multiple States Plan Redistricting, Shooting Near The White House, SCOTUS OK's Abortion Pill By Mail For Now, Latest In Iran-US War

    Today on America in the MorningMultiple States Plan Redistricting Last week's landmark decision from the Supreme Court prompted several - mostly southern, states to get to work on redrawing their congressional maps.  This comes as the Supreme Court cleared the way for Louisiana to redraw their districts on Monday.  Joan Jones reports that the Tennessee state legislature has been called back to a special session, and the governors of New York and Illinois are weighing their redistricting options   Shooting Near The White House The White House was briefly placed on lockdown on Monday afternoon after a law enforcement officer shot a person with a gun on the National Mall near the Washington Monument.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   SCOTUS Temporarily OK’s Abortion Pills By Mail The US Supreme Court has for now cleared the way for women to get access to an abortion pill by mail, putting the brakes on a lower court ruling.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Jail Conditions Questioned Questions are being raised after a judge was troubled by the treatment in jail of the accused White House Correspondents Dinner gunman.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.  WKRP Returns For Real A fictitious Ohio radio station that was a hit TV show in the 1970’s has now come to life.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports a real WKRP radio station is now living on the air in Cincinnati, decades after the sitcom that made those call letters famous.   Latest In The Middle East The already fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran is being threatened after a missile and drone barrage by Iran against the United Arab Emirates was thwarted, and the US sank a number of small Iranian speedboats that were attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that Iran claimed to target US ships, a claim refuted by the American military and by President Trump who threatened a strong response if attacks continued.   Oklahoma Mass Shooting Police are searching for suspects in a weekend shooting that left more than a dozen people injured at an Oklahoma campground.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that two men wearing ski masks opened fire on a crowd at a party.    Cruise Ship Deaths As many as 150 people are trapped on a small cruise ship that traveled to Antarctica after three people died and others have fallen ill from a suspected outbreak of hantavirus.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports the ship was scheduled to go to Cape Verde, but due to the danger of the virus they were refused to dock, with passengers from 23 countries including 17 Americans.   Alleged Cornell Car Ramming The president of an Ivy League school has been accused of hitting two students with his car.  However, as Sue Aller reports, the Cornell University president says his car was blocked by two anti-Israel protesters and says he’s the victim of harassment. Newark Plane Accident The National Transportation Safety Board and the FAA are looking into how the landing gear tires of a jumbo jet arriving at Newark International Airport in New Jersey somehow clipped a highway light pole and a delivery truck before touching down.  Correspondent Mike Hempen reports. Ceasefire of Sorts Russia’s Defense Ministry declared a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine for Friday and Saturday to mark the 81st anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, but it threatened to strike back at Kyiv if it tries to disrupt the Victory Day festivities.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    40 min

  5. 6D AGO

    Spirit Shutdown, US-Iran Impasse, Giuliani Hospitalized, Blanche Discusses Comey Case

    Today on America in the MorningSpirit Shutdown The rapid shutdown of Spirit Airlines sent shockwaves through the transportation industry, and passengers seeking refunds after the airline ran out of money due to the sustained rise in jet fuel costs.  The now-former airline is still processing refund requests and working to get stranded crew members home.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports the Spirit Airlines shutdown has left customers stranded and scrambling.   US-Iran Impasse Iran and the United States traded proposals to end the war, but with both sides still not close to an agreement, the Trump administration says the blockade of Iranian ports will continue, but the US Navy will soon begin escorting ships through the vital Strait of Hormuz, where there was an attack on a cargo ship over the weekend linked to Iran’s military.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   Giuliani Health Concerns Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani has been hospitalized in critical but stable condition.   Texas Mass Shooting Texas police are asking for the public's help in identifying suspects in a mass shooting at a party that killed two teenagers and injured 10 other people.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Second Missing Student Found The body of a second missing Florida grad student has been found by police, this time in Tampa Bay.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   Supreme Court Could Take Up Abortion Pill Case The US Supreme Court is likely the next stop after abortion pills by mail were banned following a lower court ruling, a legal defeat for abortion activists.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Blanche Discusses Comey Case Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says the recent indictment of former FBI Director James Comey goes beyond a social media post that irritated President Donald Trump.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Portland Car Ramming A chaotic scene in Portland, Oregon after a driver plowed his car into an athletic club, killing himself as he set off an explosive device.  Katie Clark reports that while police have ruled out terrorism, they believe he may have been a disgruntled employee set on revenge.   Unusual Weekend At Newark Airport Saying it was a busy weekend at Newark International Airport may be an understatement.  What’s Next For Perdue Pharma Questions surround what's next in the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy settlement to resolve thousands of lawsuits over the toll of opioids.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports. Missing Soldiers There’s a search underway in Morocco for two US servicemen who went missing during a joint US-Morocco military training exercise.   Finally   Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep were the queens of the weekend box office, but questions were raised by a well-known movie director about the film that came in second place.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    40 min

  6. MAY 1

    DHS Funding Passes House, Louisiana Primary Suspended, Senate Grills Hegseth, New Surgeon General Nominee

    Today on America in the MorningDHS Funding Secured On the 76th day since Department of Homeland Security funding lapsed, Congress passed a bill Thursday restoring the flow of federal dollars to most of its agencies.  However, as Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, both Democrats and Republicans continue to blame the other for the history-making shutdown, without solving any of the issues that led to it.   Louisiana Primary Suspended Louisiana's congressional primaries which were already underway are suspended after the Supreme Court struck down a revised map that added a second majority Black congressional district to the Pelican State.  Jennifer King reports on what this could mean for the 2026 primary election.   Senate Grills Hegseth For the second straight day, the Secretary of War sat before a congressional committee to discuss the war with Iran.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on Pete Hegseth’s latest contentious hearing, this time with Senators.   High School Stabbings There was panic inside a high school in Tacoma, Washington after a student stabbed fellow students and a campus security officer.    Farm Bill Passes House The U.S. House of Representatives has passed its version of a five-year farm bill.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   DC Shooter Staying In Jail The man accused of attempting to attack the White House Correspondent's dinner will remain in jail.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer has details.   New Surgeon General Nominee President Trump has dropped his support for Dr. Casey Means as the nominee for US Surgeon General, and instead, announced he'll throw his support behind Fox News contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier.  Correspondent Joan Jones reports on what led the president to pull his support for Means.   Trump-IRA’s President Trump announced from the Oval Office an ambitious program to help Americans save money for their retirement.  Correspondent Bob Brown reports it comes as many employers don’t offer retirement plans for their employees anymore, and believes the Trump-IRA’s he signed an order for will be the benefit people need.   Texas Camp Not Reopening It was on the night of July 4 last year when the Guadalupe River in Texas rose over 20 feet in less than two hours, causing the massive flash flood that swept into a private Christian all-girls camp where 27 campers and counselors died, becoming the largest loss of children in a Texas natural disaster since 1900.   Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that after a grueling hearing this week that included testimony from some of the young survivors, the owners of the camp have decided to withdraw their application to reopen this year.   Mills Drops Senate Bid There were political shockwaves in Maine as the current governor and Democrat candidate for US Senate has abruptly suspended her campaign.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on what this means for upstart candidate Graham Platner’s chances has he takes on incumbent Susan Collins. Spears Charged Her next public appearance will be in court.  Correspondent Ed Donahue says singer Britney Spears was charged with driving under the influence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    40 min

  7. APR 30

    SCOTUS Civil Rights Ruling, Hegseth On The Hot Seat, Fed Chairman's Future, Comey Faces A Judge

    Today on America in the MorningSCOTUS Voting Ruling The Supreme Court rendered a ruling on Wednesday, striking down a Louisiana congressional map that could impact states nationwide.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports that the ruling left Democrats fuming in a case that impacts the Voting Rights Act.   Hegseth On The Hot Seat The Secretary of War appeared before Congress Wednesday for the first time since the conflict with Iran began.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the House committee hearing left Pete Hegseth on the defensive at times over the war with Iran and the increasing cost.   Comey Faces A Judge The former director of the FBI appeared in a Virginia court, charged with threatening the President of the United States.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Latest On The DC Shooter More is being learned about the person arrested for attempting to storm the White House Correspondent’s Dinner.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports the case which put the life of the President at risk is raising more concerns about security.   Trump’s Plan For Germany President Trump says he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.     King & Queen Visit NYC King Charles and Queen Camilla spent Wednesday in New York City, which included a solemn moment at the 9/11 Memorial.  Correspondent Steve Futterman has details.   Powell’s Future The Federal Reserve has again left its key interest rate unchanged, in a meeting that will likely be the last one for Jerome Powell as Chairman of the Fed.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that after the Fed met, Powell spoke about his immediate future, discussing what he will do next, and who will replace him.   California Governor’s Debate The eight leading candidates running for governor of California shared a stage again this week, and like their previous debate, they mixed verbal attacks at President Trump with shots at each other.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports on those looking to replace outgoing Governor Gavin Newsom.   Finding The Liberty Bell As the nation prepares for our 250th anniversary, the Liberty Bell gets visitors from around the world to Philadelphia every year, but fans right now are visiting little known replicas across the country.  Correspondent Allen Breed reports.   Newest Texas Tornado For the third time in less than a week, a North Texas community is picking up the pieces after a damaging tornado.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Finally   Despite some outrage over comments he made about the First Lady, and the FCC looking into ABC television, Jimmy Kimmel is continuing his criticisms of the president.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    39 min

  8. APR 29

    Comey Indicted, The King & Queen's Day In Washington, FCC's New ABC TV Directive, Florida Redistricting Hearing

    Today on America in the MorningComey’s New Indictment Just a few weeks after a previous case against former FBI Director James Comey was dismissed by a federal judge, a grand jury in North Carolina has indicted him for a second time on charges he threatened to kill President Trump in a social media post.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   King Charles & Queen Camilla’s Day In Washington President Trump and King Charles the Third toasted historic bonds at a White House state dinner Tuesday night as a part of the King’s trip to America, but before they dined, the King addressed a joint session of Congress in a speech focused on common interests with mentions of current political turmoil.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   FCC’s ABC TV Directive The Federal Communications Commission has a directive for ABC television stations amid calls from the White House to cancel late night host Jimmy Kimmel.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the renewed controversy comes after Kimmel’s recent comments about First Lady Melania Trump.    Latest On Missing Florida College Students Shocking new details are being learned about the person arrested in the case of two missing Florida doctoral college students.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports that prosecutors allege the suspect asked Chat GPT about disposing of a body.   Quarterback’s Gambling Problem A top college football transfer and star quarterback is seeking treatment for a gambling addiction.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh has details.   Gas Prices Higher After UAE Leaves OPEC The pain at the pump is only worsening, as gas prices hit their highest level on Tuesday since the war with Iran began.  Making matters worse, economists are saying another oil price spike is coming.  There was also an energy shockwave in the Middle East, as the United Arab Emirates, in a historic move, says it's leaving OPEC.  As for what that means, Jon Gambrell reports from Dubai.   Florida Redistricting Hearing Florida lawmakers continue their special session – called to approve a new Congressional map that could favor Republicans this November.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports if approved, it could add 4 more seats to GOP control – hearing audio courtesy Florida’s Voice.   Child Care Raids Well over a dozen childcare centers in Minnesota were raided on Tuesday as the Federal government looks for fraud.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the operation is not tied to immigration enforcement, which has drawn backlash and violence in recent months in the Twin Cities.   Soldier Faces Judge A U.S. soldier who took part in the capture of Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela was charged with using intel to win $400,000 on the Polymarket site has pleaded not guilty.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports from New York. Latest On Georgia Wildfires Crews in Georgia, thanks to some help from Mother Nature, are getting an upper hand on wildfires that have scorched thousands of acres and displaced thousands of people.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports. Finally   The US State Department issued a record 24 point 5 million passports in 2024, marking the third consecutive record year of passport issuances.  For those who are considering renewing or getting a new passport this year, when you open them up you may find a picture of President Trump in them.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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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!

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