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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. 3h ago

    US Ramps Up New Iran Sanctions Plan, Canada To Respond To Tariffs Today, SCOTUS On Mail-In Ballots, Update On The Nevada Wildfire

    Today on America in the MorningBessent Announces Iran Sanctions Plan The Trump administration announced what they call an unprecedented series of measures aimed at isolating Iran's economy, already in tatters, from the rest of the world.  John Stolnis reports from Washington the proposed sanctions would target countries that want to do business with the Islamic Republic.  Canada Plans Retaliatory Tariffs Canada will announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States today after relations deteriorated sharply Monday, with President Trump telling Canadian leaders to “fall in line” or face consequences “far worse” than existing tariffs, as Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney accusing Washington of trying to subordinate his nation.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   SCOTUS Rules On Mail-In Ballots The Supreme Court gave a victory to President Trump on Monday, clearing his executive order on mail-in ballots.  However, as correspondent Ed Donahue reports, more legal and practical challenges loom over whether the U.S. Postal Service and other federal agencies can finish carrying out Trump's directives before the November election.   Wanted Massachusetts Woman Found The search for a woman wanted in connection with the death of her Police Officer husband in Massachusetts is over.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has details.   Iran’s Sanction Response Iran is responding harshly to the Trump administration’s plans to unleash crippling sanction on nations that do business with Iran following the statements by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.  Correspondent Laurence Brooks reports that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says that both militarily and economically, Iran no longer has any control – audio courtesy of CBS News.   Latest On The Nevada Wildfire The worst wildfire season in the western U.S. in years continues to claim thousands of acres and dozens of homes.  The latest place – but not the only place - to feel the threat:  Reno, Nevada.  More from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Judge’s Ruling In Clancy Trial The trial for a Massachusetts mother accused of murdering her three children continues this week after the judge in the case declined to grant a mistrial.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Trump Administration Targeting Visas The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States. Oregon Murder Suspect Found A man on the run and wanted for a quintuple murder in Oregon has been found dead.  Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. 1d ago

    US-Canada Trade War, Nevada Wildfire Worsens, Iran Shrugs Off US Economic Threat, Secret Jeffries-Kushner Meeting

    Today on America in the MorningThe Trade War Begins President Trump’s optimism about a trade deal with Canada was shattered over the weekend after it seemed a trade agreement was at hand.  Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says last minute changes by the Trump administration forced him to pull out.  John Stolnis has a recap from Washington.  Nevada Firestorm Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has declared a state of emergency as a fast-moving wildfire is now forcing tens of thousands of people in the Reno area to evacuate, a major highway through the area is shut down, and thousands more are without power.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the Hawk Fire is still zero-percent contained.   Iran Defies Sanctions Threat Iran continues to defy the United States despite crippling sanctions being threatened by the Trump administration, with the Iranian parliament announcing they advanced plans to charge a service fee for ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran’s president saying a US memorandum is the best path out of a stalled war.  Correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will hold a news conference today to discuss those new sanctions.   The Jeffries-Kushner Meeting Both Republicans and Democrats are asking questions after reports surfaced from the New York Times that Democrat House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Jared Kushner, President Trump’s son-in-law, met privately in recent weeks.   Musicians Plan Walkout The Boston Musicians’ Association authorized a strike for the first time in its orchestra’s history, but hours later said it would extend their plans for 48 hours after their three-year contract expired.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   Stripping Stars & Stripes The Pentagon has fired the Stars and Stripes' top editor, publisher and a reporter.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports the military newspaper publisher Max Lederer is voicing censorship fears following the move by the government.   Canada Irate Over US Demands There is anger North-of-the-Border as Canada says it will immediately retaliate after the U.S. imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products, but was warned by US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer that the US would respond to what he called any Canadian retaliation.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   A Beef With Beef President Trump is facing questions from his own party after his announcement to allow 300 thousand metric tons of tariff-free beef imports to the United States in an effort to bring down high meat prices, with GOP lawmakers from agricultural states concerned about the impacts to American farmers and ranchers.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Texas & Data Centers Texas Governor Greg Abbott is defending his guidelines for data centers in his state, despite criticism from President Trump on the move. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas that data centers are becoming an election issue in the Lone Star State.   Sonya Massey Shooter Dies Sean Grayson, the former Illinois sheriff’s deputy convicted of fatally shooting Sonya Massey in her home in 2024 after she called 9-1-1 to report a prowler trying to enter her home has died.  Still In The Dark It’s been nearly two weeks since a severe line of storms ripped through parts of Indiana with hurricane-force winds, and still thousands of residents remain in the dark with no power and surviving on the generosity of others.  Katie Clark has details.   Finally   She was the daughter on The Donna Reed Show and Craig T. Nelson’s independent wife on Coach.  Shelley Fabares (pronounced "SHELL-ee fa-BARE") has passed away.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  3. 4d ago

    Trump's Economic Threat For Iran, NY Terror Plot Stopped, Swalwell Investigation Grows, Latest On The Clancy Trial

    Today on America in the MorningTrump Economic Threat For Iran On the day that the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln left the Middle East after a record-setting time at sea, President Trump is putting Iran on notice with what he’s calling an economic D-Day - an isolation campaign against the Islamic Republic unlike anything previous.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports there are still some missing details, and one world superpower who is saying sanctions alone will not put an end to the war.  NY Terror Plot Stopped A New York woman is under arrest, charged in connection an alleged plot to blow up the New York State Capitol building in Albany.  Jim Roope reports the woman who converted to Islam was deadly serious about her plans.   Swalwell Investigation Expands The FBI is expanding their investigation into sexual assault allegations against former California Congressman Eric Swalwell.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports the one-time leading candidate to become governor of the Golden State was stopped at an airport and had his electronic devices seized.   Philadelphia Masked Man Identity Revealed The man Philadelphia officials say has been terrorizing people in a scary mask has been identified.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Trump & Cohen Reconcile President Donald Trump publicly reconciled Thursday evening with Michael Cohen, his former attorney who became a key prosecution witness against him.    Telescope Rescue Fails A NASA mission to rescue a falling space telescope has ended in failure.  Correspondent Ben Thomas has details.   Clancy Trial Continues The murder trial for a mother accused of killing her own children continues in a Massachusetts courtroom, while her lawyers argue their client was overmedicated and misdiagnosed.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports hundreds of women wore pink shirts outside the courtroom this week in support of Lindsay Clancy and others who suffer from postpartum depression.   Liberia Takes Deportees The U.S. has sent a first group of deportees to Liberia.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports the African nation will reportedly allow 12 hundred people being removed from the United States to enter the country, one of the largest deals the Trump administration has made with another nation to expel migrants who cannot be sent back to their own countries - Audio courtesy of Liberia National Television.   Illegal Driving Boat That Killed Two The person behind the wheel of an overcrowded speedboat that capsized during a tour around the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor, drowning an infant and her mother, has now been arrested by U.S. immigration authorities who say he was in the country illegally.  America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has details.   Melania Back At The White House First Lady Melania Trump made a memorable return to the White House Rose Garden Thursday, greeting the crowd with a playful message.  Midair Collision Details Released The National Transportation Safety Board has released preliminary details into the midair collision of a State Police helicopter and small plane in the skies over Carlisle, Pennsylvania.    Finally   Residents of Gary, Indiana along with other towns in Northwest Indiana have been in the dark for days, and it may be into next week before power is restored. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  4. 5d ago

    National Debt Surpasses $40 Trillion, Primary Surprises, Darline Graham's Debate Gaffs, Harry & Meghan Leaving USA

    Today on America in the MorningNational Debt Surpasses $40 Trillion The national debt surpassed a record $40 trillion dollars on Wednesday, a staggering milestone as defense costs, social programs like Social Security and Medicare and interest on the burgeoning deficit make up an enormous share of federal spending.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports it took just five months for the US national debt to increase by another one trillion dollars, and double under the last two presidents.  Primary Surprises Progressive Democrats had a good showing during the primaries this week but some key Trump-backed candidates failed to win their elections.  John Stolnis has some of the key takeaways from Tuesday's primary battles in Florida, Wisconsin, and Alaska.   Americans Killed In Kenya Chopper Crash We're learning more about a deadly crash involving a helicopter that was taking tourists on an African safari in Kenya.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports a television executive is among the seven who died – five of them were American citizens.   Trump Touts White House Projects President Trump spent part of his Wednesday on the White House lawn with reporters to inspect some of his projects.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Pennsylvania Midair Collision There was tragedy in Pennsylvania after a small airplane and a state police helicopter collided midair.    DOJ Defends Comey Investigation The Justice Department is defending the James Comey prosecution in the Trump threat case.  Correspondent Mike Hempen has the details.   Latest In The Middle East The United Arab Emirates suspended all trade with Iran after the UAE said it had come under renewed fire from the country — a move that will further isolate the Islamic Republic in the Middle East.  While Iran claims the Strait of Hormuz is closed, President Trump says it is open and ships are passing through, but not Iranian vessels, as the President is warning Iran that the US naval blockade which he says has been working well will remain in place.  Correspondent Julie Walker has details.   Graham’s Debate Gaffs During a debate, Senator Darline Graham, who has the backing of President Trump, made a high profile misstep a week before she faces a runoff election in her bid to hold onto the South Carolina US Senate seat to which she was appointed last month.  Correspondent Meg Kinnard reports.   Judge Removed From Texas Trial The judge who presided over the Karmelo Anthony trial was removed from the Texas track meet stabbing case as the defendant who was convicted of murder seeks a new trial.    Lisa Dwyer reports that the judge’s television interview after the case is at the crux of the decision – audio courtesy WFAA-TV Dallas.   Latest On US-Canada Trade President Trump says the U-S and Canada have reached a "very fair deal" on tariffs, but the details are still being worked on.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest. Missing Officer Police in Massachusetts are investigating the death of an off-duty officer in what they describe as a domestic matter.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports.   Finally   The Drug Enforcement Administration is joining the investigation into the death of actress Hayden Panittiere.     They will soon be on their way to the UK.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr says that Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess, will be moving from California to England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  5. 6d ago

    Primary Day Recap, US-Canada Trade Deal, Penn State's Drug Arrests, Meta Taken To Court

    Today on America in the MorningPrimary Day Recap Primaries were held in Florida, Alaska and Wyoming Tuesday, while voters in California held a special election to replace Democratic congressman Eric Swalwell.  John Stolnis has a recap from Washington.  Trump Claims Strait Of Hormuz US Territory President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are defending the conditions of the U-S-S Abraham Lincoln as the president posts an image of a map that now shows the Strait of Hormuz as US territory.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest in the Middle East.   Additional Canada Tariffs Halted President Trump said Tuesday night he was delaying temporarily the 50% U.S. tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian imports after the two countries reached a last-minute deal an hour before the sanctions were to go into effect.  America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has details.   College Drug Trafficking Two Penn State University fraternities are in deep trouble for making pledges participate in a drug trafficking scheme.  As Lisa Dwyer reports, more than a dozen people have been arrested for transporting drugs over state lines to sell on campus.   Latest On Lala One person has died, thousands still remain without power and there’s widespread destruction in Hawaii from Tropical Storm Lala.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.   Disney Sues FCC Both Disney and ABC television are filing a lawsuit against the FCC.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports the legal challenge is to the Trump administration’s call for an early license renewal process, and claims the FCC is violating the network’s free speech rights.   Pennsylvania Data Center Rules Pennsylvania will be taking a hard line against data centers, announcing significant restrictions on projects, including that any data center being built must pay for their own power.  Sue Aller reports that other restrictions in the governor’s executive order include who they can hire, and strict guidelines on water use.   South Korea Reacts To Scaled Back Maneuvers South Korea is reacting to President Trump’s order to scale back annual joint exercises between the South Korean and American military.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports that the president’s decision was due in part to the South Korean government’s refusal to help in the fight against Iran and keep vital shipping lanes open.   Meta Goes To Court Attorneys representing four states argued in court that Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta developed its products to hook young users on its platforms.  Correspondent Kelvin Chan reports that Meta is also being accused of harvesting the data of children under 13 to benefit the tech giant.   Minnesota Sues Texas Minnesota’s attorney general sued the governor of Texas on Tuesday, seeking to compel the extradition of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent charged with wounding a man and then lying to justify the shooting during the agency’s crackdown in Minneapolis.  Overton Picked To Head FDA President Donald Trump will nominate White House official Heidi Overton to be the next commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration.      Finally   More details are emerging into the death of actress Hayden Panittiere, including word of a “bag of medication” and the 9-1-1 call in a heavily redacted incident report.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  6. Aug 18

    Trump Threatens Iran & Oman, Primary Day In Three States, Hero Lifeguard To The White House, Trump-Ossoff Feud

    Today on America in the MorningTrump’s Iran & Oman Threats The 60-day deadline for ending the war with Iran that President Trump signed in France has now expired, and the President has come up with two new threats against Iran and one of the top US allies in the Persian Gulf.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.  Primary Day Several states are holding primary elections today as we inch closer to the midterms.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports there’s confusion in Alaska where the Senate race has incumbent Dan Sullivan challenging another Republican candidate with the same name.   Hero Lifeguard Honored At The White House A teenage lifeguard who bravely jumped into dangerous surf to rescue a 10-year-old who was being pulled out into the Pacific Ocean was honored at the White House Monday, sitting down with President Trump.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports also in attendance, the 10-year-old boy that lifeguard saved.   Damage Worsens From Lala At least one person has died, thousands remain without power, and some towns are cut off after roads were washed away from Tropical Storm Lala that damaged several of the Hawaiian Islands.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   SCOTUS Says No To Trump The nation’s highest court has again rebuffed President Trump’s latest attempt to overturn a jury verdict against him.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports.   Vandals Blamed On More DC Damage President Trump is again pointing the finger of blame at vandals for damaged grass on the National Mall near the White House.   Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.   Trump Responds To USS Alabama Today marks 61 days since the U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding that called for a wider peace deal to be negotiated within that timeframe, and that time has now come and gone.  Another issue of the war has been the long deployment of US troops aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that the president is calling news of food shortages and morale problems on the aircraft carrier “fake news.”   South Korea Reacts To Scaled Back Maneuvers South Korea hopes for the resumption of diplomacy between the U.S. and North Korea to help ease animosities on the Korean Peninsula.  Correspondent Luke Garatt reports this comes after President Trump ordered a scaling back of annual U.S. military exercises with South Korea.   Trump-Ossoff War Of Words President Trump and Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff are trading increasingly personal attacks, as the political battle over Georgia's Senate seat heats up.  Joan Jones reports on the back-and-forth between the Democrat Senator and the White House.   Congressman’s New Trouble The House Ethics Committee is investigating a current Democrat lawmaker over allegations of sexual misconduct.  Mangione’s State Trial Postponed The man accused of shooting healthcare CEO Brian Thompson to death in New York City will not go to trial in state court next month as previously scheduled.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Finally   Actress Hayden Panettiere passed away on Sunday, and questions abound as to how she died at the age of 36.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the latest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  7. Aug 17

    USS Abraham Lincoln Inspected, Shootings Across America, Severe Weather For Hawaii & Indiana, Hayden Panettiere Passes Away

    Today on America in the MorningUSS Abraham Lincoln & Iran Amidst reports of poor living and work conditions on board the USS Abraham Lincoln that have been surfacing over the last few weeks, one of the nation's top military leaders visited sailors during his trip to the Middle East.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.  Shootings Across America A college campus, a Michigan neighborhood, in Philadelphia, Chicago, Baltimore - in a bar, and even at a gun violence reduction event in Kentucky, there were shootings across America over the weekend that left more than 11 dead.  Jim Roope has details.   Hawaii Storm Damage The power is out for thousands, at least 100 homes have been damaged or destroyed, and there have been landslides and flooding from the torrential rains brought into Hawaii from Tropical Storm Lala.  Correspondent Donna Warder has details of the destruction as the rain continues to lash the 50th State.   Seven Dead In Indiana Storms A different storm has battered the Midwest.  At least seven people are dead after days of bad weather triggered record flooding in Indiana.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Tommy John Passes Away A major league baseball pitcher who became famous for the type of elbow surgery he had that resurrected his career has passed away at the age of 83.  Robert Workman looks back at Tommy John, who’s became famous for having what’s now known as Tommy John surgery, a procedure that has helped hundreds of baseball players to continue their careers.   Arrest In Memorial Vandalism Authorities are investigating an act of vandalism at a memorial on the National Mall, and the woman taken into custody was easy to find.  Marcela Sanchez reports that woman appears to have livestreamed her actions, defacing the World War II Memorial.   Cassidy Criticizes Vaccine Plan The chair of the Senate Health Committee is criticizing President Donald Trump's executive order surrounding vaccines.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports concerns surround the President's approach to the measles vaccine.   Lawyers React To Mangione Case Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal murder charges in a New York City court Friday, but state charges are still on the table, charges that Mangione’s lawyers now want dropped.  Correspondent Michael Sisak reports on Mangione’s decision to plead guilty to murdering the UnitedHealthcare CEO, and what lawyers for the prosecution and defense said after the case.   Latest On Russia & Ukraine The war between Russia and Ukraine intensified over the weekend with Russia attacking a steel plant in Ukraine, and hundreds of Ukrainian drones were sent into Kremlin territory and hit a warehouse just 15 miles from Moscow.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports the launches by Ukraine were one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, killing at least 6 people in Russia.   Democrats Change 2028 Primary Cycle Democrats have stripped the traditional leadoff states of New Hampshire and Iowa of the first primaries of the presidential election cycle.  Change To US-South Korea Military Maneuvers In a surprise move, President Trump ordered the Pentagon to substantially reduce the annual joint military exercises with South Korea, saying America’s ally declined to help with the war against Iran, but also citing his good relationship with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un.    Finally   There was shocking news out of Hollywood where actress Hayden Panettiere has died.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  8. Aug 14

    Carrier Concerns Prompt Calls To Return, Karoline Leavitt's Plans, Mangione Plans Plea, WH Defends Shock Gloves

    Today on America in the MorningCarrier Ordered Home The more than five thousand sailors aboard the problem-plagued USS Abraham Lincoln stationed near the Persian Gulf for months may soon be getting some relief, following congressional outrage and concerns over the health of the sailors on-board.  The details from correspondent Jim Roope.  Latest On Leavitt Leaving Karoline Leavitt is leaving the Trump Administration at the end of the month, stepping down as White House press secretary to become a full-time mom to her two young children.  Joan Jones reports that the White House has not so far floated any names as a replacement for the youngest-ever White House Press Secretary.   Kennedy Center Plans The Trump-appointed Kennedy Center board voted Thursday to partially close the iconic arts center for up to two years during renovations and to also return his name to the Kennedy Center façade, a move that could face a legal challenge.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Case Dismissed A Federal Judge has dismissed the Trump administration’s civil rights lawsuit against Harvard University that accused the school of allowing antisemitism on campus.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Questions Over Vaccine Plan This week’s new White House directives on vaccines seems to be causing some controversy where it comes to the vaccination process.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Mangione Plans Plea The US Federal Court in Manhattan will be the scene today when Luigi Mangione, charged with the killing of a health insurance executive is expected to plead guilty.  Correspondent Mike Hempen reports the plea will resolve the Federal case one month before Mangione is expected to face New York state charges on murder next month.   Democrats Plan For Winning House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says his party has big plans for the Supreme Court if the Democrats can win back The House in the November elections.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports it’s not just the justices that Democrats have their eyes on.   Murder Help From AI A Massachusetts teenager had his first court appearance Thursday on murder charges in the deaths of his mother and younger brother at their home this week.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports investigators found that the teen used Chat GPT to research fantasies surrounding the murders.   Border Czar Defends Shock Gloves The Trump administration is defending plans to outfit ICE agents with so-called “shock gloves,” tools that the White House Border Czar says is both effective and non-lethal.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports a Kentucky jailer explains how they work, and why it’s considered effective.   Three Executions Thursday There were three executions of prisoners on Thursday.  We Have A Winner After three months, there’s finally a winning ticket for the Powerball jackpot – and one person has it.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez has more. 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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