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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!

234 - Gaetz Under Fire, Laken Riley Killer Sentenced, No Parole For Susan Smith, Man Arrested For NYSE Bomb Threat
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  • 234 - Gaetz Under Fire, Laken Riley Killer Sentenced, No Parole For Susan Smith, Man Arrested For NYSE Bomb Threat

    Today on America in the Morning   Gaetz Under Fire Despite a bipartisan push from the Senate to see what’s in it, a GOP-led House committee said they will not release a report into allegations against former Congressman and now Attorney General-designate Matt Gaetz, who is working to shore up GOP support on Capitol Hill. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.    Laken Riley Killer Sentenced A judge has found an illegal immigrant guilty of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley, handing down a maximum sentence after hearing victim impact statements, including from Riley’s mother who called her a “child of God.” Pamela Furr reports.   No Parole For Susan Smith Thirty years after drowning her two sons, Susan Smith faced a South Carolina parole board for the first time, and was told she will remain behind bars. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.    Judge Says No To Ten Commandments Law The fate of a law in Louisiana surrounding the 10 Commandments is unclear following a Federal court ruling. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Michigan Condo Explosion Some people outside of Detroit are lucky to be alive after an explosion and fire rocked a condominium building. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.    Threat Against Stock Exchange Stopped A nine month FBI investigation has led to the arrest of a Florida man who was allegedly planning an attack on the New York Stock Exchange. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.     Trump Adds To His Cabinet President-Elect Donald Trump continues to build his cabinet with untraditional picks, as speculation over potential trouble during the confirmation process continues in Washington. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.      US Vetoes UN Gaza Vote A lone veto vote from the United States stopped a United Nations resolution to implement an immediate Gaza war cease-fire. As Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, missing from the UN plan was any mention of the more than 100 hostages held by Hamas terrorists, or any language to release them.    Latest In Ukraine The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine's capital was closed, amid fears of a Russia air attack. As correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports, this comes as the United States not only agreed to supply Kyiv with anti-personnel mines for the battlefield, but also more ammunition aid.    Kohberger Facing Death Penalty An Idaho judge has ruled that Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, can face the death penalty. Kohberger's defense team had sought to remove the death penalty as a possible punishment should he be convicted.    New Problems For Rudy Giuliani There’s new trouble for Rudy Giuliani. Sue Aller reports that the two former Georgia election workers who won a massive defamation judgement against Donald Trump’s former attorney are claiming the false accusations are continuing.    Bomb Cyclone Hits Pacific Northwest There are power outages from Central California through Greater Seattle, with roads under flood waters and some covered in snow. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the 'bomb cyclone' in the Pacific Northwest.     Tech News T-Mobile has had a rough go with cyber breaches in the past, but now it looks like their I-T department may have thwarted an attack in progress.  Here’s Chuck Palm with today's tech report.    Finally   It’s been a free-for-all between the hosts of ABC’s The View, all over Donald Trump and his cabinet choices. Kevin Carr reports.   It’s called conceptual art and this particular piece consists of a simple banana, duct-taped to a wall. The winning bid – maybe enough to buy a banana farm – a whopping $6 point 2 million dollars.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Thu, 21 Nov 2024
  • 233 - Trump's Cabinet Taking Shape, A Congressional Bathroom Bill, FEMA Director Discusses Alleged Bias, Trump Legal Issues On Hold

    Today on America in the Morning   Trump’s Cabinet Growing As President-elect Donald Trump continues to name people to potentially be a part of his Cabinet next year, the House Ethics Committee will meet later today to determine whether they will release their investigation into charges of sexual trafficking of underage women and drug use by Trump's pick to be the next attorney general, former Congressman Matt Gaetz. John Stolnis has more from Washington.    A Capital Bathroom Bill Republicans in the U-S House of Representatives are proposing a ban on transgender women from using women's restrooms in the Capitol building. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Hush Money Legal Limbo New York City’s top prosecutor says his office will oppose dismissing Donald Trump’s hush money conviction, which could leave the outcome of the case in the hands of the judge.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.    Wyoming Abortion Laws Denied A pair of Wyoming abortion laws have been struck down, including one that banned emergency contraception pills. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.   Democrat Leadership Stays The Same There will be no change in the Democrat leadership in the House of Representatives.  House Democrats voted unanimously to reelect Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.  Rape Trial Underway A trial is getting underway in New Hampshire for a youth center worker accused of violence against someone in his care. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Good & Bad For SpaceX A Space-X Starship rocket splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico on Tuesday after the company aborted its second attempt to “catch” the returning booster at the launch pad.         Gaetz Pick Still Being Scrutinized Donald Trump continues to bring together his cabinet. The president-elect has named WWE wrestling executive Linda McMahon as his pick for Education Secretary, physician and TV star Dr. Mehmet Oz to serve as administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Wall Street’s Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick to become Commerce Secretary. Trouble continues to follow his choice for Attorney General. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on an allegation that AG-designate Matt Gaetz had sex with a 17-year-old – audio courtesy of CBS News.    Trump Legal Issues President-Elect Donald Trump's transition into his second term in the White House is wading into unchartered legal territory. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    House Grills FEMA Chief The head of FEMA was on the hot seat, grilled by a House committee over concerns of political bias. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.    Bomb Cyclone For The West Heading into Northern California and the Pacific Northwest is an historic weather event expected to bring feet of rain and snow, and the likelihood of storm damage. Bob Brown has the latest on the bomb cyclone.    New York City Drought For the first time in more than 20 years, New York City is issuing a drought warning to its more than 8 million residents. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.    Iran’s Nuclear Plans There’s a concerning report from a United Nations watchdog agency regarding Iran and its nuclear plans. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports.     Tech News Alphabet, owned by parent company Google, may be forced by the DOJ to sell off the world's most popular internet browser, Google Chrome. Here’s Chuck Palm with today's tech report.     Finally   NBC says the West Coast-version of Suits, called Suits L-A will soon hit prime time. Kevin Carr reports.     While there has been talk of some people leaving the United States after Donald Trump’s election victory, one European country seems to be seeing the Trump election as an opportunity.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Wed, 20 Nov 2024
  • 232 - Trump's Immigration Plan, Accuser's Lawyer Discusses Gaetz Payments, Laken Riley Murder Trial, NYC Stabbing Spree

    Today on America in the Morning   Trump’s Immigration Plans President-elect Donald Trump is responding to reports that he will declare a national emergency to carry out his campaign promise of mass deportations of illegal immigrants. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Gaetz Accuser’s Lawyer Speak Out As the House decides whether to vote to release Matt Gaetz’s ethics investigation, the attorney for two women who testified about the former congressman’s behavior to the House Ethics Committee is speaking out. Jim Roope has the details.     Russian Reaction To US-Ukraine Weapons Plan Russia is reacting with threats to the U.S. lifting restrictions on how Ukraine can use American-provided long-range weapons. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.    Update On Laken Riley Murder Case In Georgia, testimony has resumed in the trial of the illegal migrant accused of killing university nursing student Laken Riley. Correspondent Norman Hall reports - audio courtesy WXIA-TV Atlanta.    Pennsylvania Court Rules On Ballots The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that all of the state’s county election officials must cease counting mail-in ballots that arrived on time but in envelopes without the correct dates handwritten by voters.    Thanksgiving Costs Even though prices may have come down slightly at the supermarkets, correspondent Ed Donahue reports on ways to save money on the Thanksgiving feast.     Brushback Over Some Cabinet Picks Two of Donald Trump's cabinet nominees are facing opposition from within their own party. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth is reopening an old debate over whether women should serve in combat roles, and Donald Trump Junior is defending his father's Cabinet picks, including for Matt Gaetz as Attorney General.    Texas Voting On School Curriculum State education leaders in Texas will vote on a controversial curriculum this week that includes heavy use of biblical teachings. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.     Spirit Files For Chapter 11 There’s more turbulence in the skies as low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines has filed for bankruptcy protection. As correspondent Jackie Quinn reports, the expected Chapter 11 move comes following failed mergers with JetBlue and Frontier Airlines.    NY Knifing Spree There was mayhem on the streets of New York City after what police called a stabbing spree left two people dead and a suspect with a long rap sheet in custody. Pamela Furr reports.    New Orleans Shooting Spree A neighborhood celebration in New Orleans turned tragic, as two shootings left a pair of people dead and 10 others wounded. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.    Ford Under Investigation Car maker Ford is now facing two new government investigations, just days they paid a $165 million dollar fine over failing to comply with federal recall requirements. Correspondent Rita Foley reports.    Tech News The newly announced chair of the FCC is likely to kill the on-again, off-again net neutrality bill that is pending a vote in the House.  Here’s Chuck Palm with today's tech report.   Finally   Lawyers for music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs accusing prosecutors of seizing privileged information in an effort to keep him behind bars until his trial starts next May. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.   A new honor is coming soon for legendary actress Betty White, who will be forever remembered on a postage stamp. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Tue, 19 Nov 2024
  • 231 - Brushback On Some Trump Picks, US OK's Ukraine Using Long-Range Weapons, Condemning Ohio's Nazi March, Biden To The Amazon

    Today on America in the Morning   Trump Pick Talk On The Sunday Shows Reaction among lawmakers in the Nation's Capital to President-Elect Donald Trump's selections for important Cabinet positions was front and center on the Sunday shows this weekend. John Stolnis has a recap from Washington.    US OK’s Ukraine Using Long-Range Weapons In a major shift of US policy, and following an onslaught of drone and missile attacks by the Kremlin against power facilities and infrastructure in Ukraine, President Biden will now allow Kyiv to use of US-supplied long-range missiles against Vladimir Putin’s military targets, which could include North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces. Correspondent Julie Walker reports - audio courtesy of Sky News-UK.   What Pushed Trump To Victory More details are being learned as to what helped propel Donald Trump to his election victory, including a larger-than-expected Republican voter turnout. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.    Ohio Nazi March Causes Outrage Leaders in Columbus, Ohio, including an outraged Governor Mike DeWine, are condemning a weekend Nazi march through the streets of the state capital. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Giuliani Gives Up Property Following a court hearing and an admonishment from the judge, former Donald Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani has turned over some of his luxury items stemming from a defamation case. Lisa Dwyer reports.    New England Rodent Issue There is an unusually big supply of a very small but maybe not very popular pet in New England. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.     Brushback On Some Cabinet Picks President-elect Donald Trump spent all of last week lining up his choices to join his Cabinet when he takes office in January, however, two of his picks are facing pushback from members of his own party. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports while the Speaker of the House is supporting Donald Trump's pick for attorney general and defense secretary, the House Minority leader has reservations.    Recess Appointments In Focus Republican leaders in Congress say they would potentially support recess appointments to get President-Elect Donald Trump's Cabinet appointees confirmed without Senate confirmation hearings. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.     Hostage Families Want Trump Help Now In Israel, there’s a renewed plea for the release of hostages held by Hamas terrorists in Gaza now for over 13 months, and relatives are asking President-elect Donald Trump to intervene. Correspondent Naeun Kim reports (pronounced nay-un).    Biden To The Amazon During his official first trip to South America, one of President Joe Biden's stops included an historic visit to the Amazon rainforest. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.    Smoke & Drought Trouble Smoke continues to pour into New York City from wind-driven wildfires. As Bob Brown reports from New York, the combination of the numerous fires, along with growing drought conditions has many in the Northeast concerned.    Pollster Retiring A veteran pollster says she’s done with election polling after her pre-election poll in Iowa inaccurately showed Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of President-elect Donald Trump in the state he had easily won in 2016 and 2020.    Tech News Another major cybersecurity threat has been uncovered, with ties to the Chinese government, and has been lurking in major telecom provider networks for at least the last 8 months. Here’s Chuck Palm with today's tech report.   Finally   Following their E.coli concern, McDonald’s is working hard to get their customers back. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.    A famous timepiece and the most expensive article of Titanic memorabilia was sold at auction. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Mon, 18 Nov 2024
  • 230 - Latest Trump Cabinet Picks, Terror Attack Stopped In Houston, InfoWars Sold, Florida Sues FEMA

    Today on America in the Morning   RFK, Jr. Named To A Cabinet Post President-Elect Donald Trump continues to make waves with some of his cabinet picks, this time announcing he plans to nominate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to head the Department of Health and Human Services. John Stolnis has more from Washington.    Agents Stop Potential “9-11” Style Attack Federal investigators have arrested a Houston man who allegedly planned to commit a "9-11" style attack in the United States. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest from Texas.    InfoWars Sold At Auction At a bankruptcy sale, the news satire site The Onion is the winning bidder for the InfoWars network, and Alex Jones is not happy about it. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.    Atlanta Jail’s Severe Conditions A disturbing report on inmate conditions has led the Justice Department to come down hard on Georgia’s Fulton County Jail. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.   Congestion Pricing For NYC In New York City, a controversial plan creating congestion toll pricing to enter parts of Manhattan has been given the approval from Governor Kathy Hochul, despite numerous lawsuits brought against it.     Floyd Street Lawsuit Some of the businesses located on the street in Minneapolis where George Floyd lost his life in 2020 are suing the city.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani has details.     Brushback On Some Cabinet Picks President-elect Donald Trump has tabbed vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary. He also seems to be getting some bipartisan pushback from members of the Senate who want to see information about a House Ethics Panel Committee probe of alleged wrongdoing about his choice of Matt Gaetz to be the Attorney General. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.      Florida Sues FEMA The Florida Attorney General is suing FEMA for discrimination during its hurricane relief efforts, alleging it denied aid to Trump supporters. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.     Pennsylvania Recount Only one of the US Senate election races has yet to be finalized. The Pennsylvania contest between Democrat incumbent Senator Bob Casey and his Republican challenger David McCormick is officially heading to a recount. Pamela Furr has the story.    Overdose Deaths Down The number of people dying from drug overdoses in the nation has decreased. A new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows overdose deaths declined by roughly 14% between 2023 and this year.     Drug Ads To Change We see them all the time – TV ads for prescription drugs. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports that the FDA is adopting new rules for how they’re shown, including less distractions.    Giuliani Lawyers Want To Leave Case New trouble for Rudy Giuliani. Two lawyers say they can no longer represent the former New York City mayor and Donald Trump attorney in a legal fight over property he’s been ordered to give up to satisfy part of a $148 million defamation judgment against him.      Ford Fined Carmaker Ford has been ordered to pay a hefty penalty to the federal government. Correspondent Haya Panjwani tells us what led to that decision.   Finally   An honor for a musical legend as the papers of songwriter Burt Bacharach have been donated to the Library of Congress. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.    There’s an old phrase – Some days you get the bear, other days the bear gets you. As correspondent Shelley Adler reports, on certain days the police get you when you try to impersonate a bear, as a couple of California fraudsters found out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Fri, 15 Nov 2024
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