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Today on America in the MorningNoem Removed As DHS Secretary Less than 24 hours after Kristi Noem faced bipartisan backlash during a Senate hearing, where one Republican member questioned whether she was telling the truth, the Homeland Security Secretary was removed from her position, and will be replaced by Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on reactions to the removal of Kristi Noem, who instead will be shifted to a position with a new government security initiative.   Trump Wants Decision For Who Will Lead Iran As U.S. and Israeli planes continue pummeling targets inside Iran with air strikes, President Trump says he wants to be personally involved in picking who will be the next leader of Iran.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Gas Prices Surge Gas prices continue to surge across the nation over the Iran war.  America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has the latest on sticker shock at the gas pump.   Gonzalez Drops Reelection Bid A Texas House Republican has lost the support of his party following the suicide of a woman he had an affair with.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports this has led Congressman Tony Gonzalez to release a statement late Thursday night, saying he will drop his reelection bid but says he will remain to finish out the end of his term in Congress. DHS Funding Bill Fails The temporary government shutdown continues as legislation that would have funded the Department of Homeland Security failed to pass in the Senate.  The details from correspondent Clayton Neville.   New Trouble For Britney Spears Oops, she did it again.  Britney Spears was stopped by police driving on a California highway, suspected of being under the influence.  Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.   Latest In The Middle East President Donald Trump said Thursday he should be involved in choosing Iran’s next supreme leader as the U.S. and Israel hammered the country for a sixth day.  He called thoughts of the son of the late-Ayatollah Ali Khameni taking over as supreme leader unacceptable.    Iran Attacks Widen Overnight, Iran attacked two residential buildings and a hotel in Bahrain, continuing their strategy of bringing more countries into the conflict.  Correspondent Jon Gambrell reports neighboring Azerbaijan accuses Iran of a drone attack and vows to retaliate, while Sri Lanka says it is trying to safeguard an Iranian navy vessel after the US torpedoed and sank an Iranian frigate that was near its territorial waters.   Texas Two-Step Results from Tuesday’s primary elections in Texas are leading to calls from Washington for some Republican candidates to drop out of their runoff races.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.   Senate Protester Injured A man’s arm was broken this week as he protested US military action in Iran and Israel’s war in Gaza while inside the Capital at a Senate hearing in Washington in his full uniform.  Correspondent Joan Jones reports that one of those who helped secret service usher the veteran out of the Senate chamber was a sitting US Senator. Arrest After Two Cleveland Girls Murdered There was shock and horror in Cleveland this week when police found the bodies of two young girls stuffed inside suitcases and left in a park in shallow graves.  Thursday night, police arrested the mother of the two girls.   States Tariff Lawsuit Two dozen states announced they are taking legal action over President Trump's recent tariffs.  Correspondent Mike Hempen reports that one state, Connecticut, is seeking $17 hundred dollars per family in his state for tariff-related expenditures.   Finally   NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie has visited her co-workers in New York for the first time since the disappearance of her mother in Arizona one month ago.  Correspondent Carrie Antfinger has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningWar Powers Act Vote Fails Democrats in the Senate were thwarted in their attempt to bring a Congressional war powers vote to the floor that would have moved them one step closer to giving Congress authority to authorize military action against Iran.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Hegseth Discusses Iran War Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth spoke to the media and said ramped up U.S. air defenses cannot stop every Iranian aerial attack, while asserting that the United States cannot be stopped in its pursuit of putting an end to Iranian pursuits of having a nuclear weapon and threatening other nations.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   House Wants Bondi Back Lawmakers in the House of Representatives are calling in Attorney General Pam Bondi to answer more questions about the Epstein files.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Trouble For Gonzalez A U-S Congressman from Texas is headed into a runoff election amid scandal and calls from his own party to resign.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.   SCOTUS On Immigration The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Federal appeals courts must defer to immigration judges when reviewing asylum decisions, bolstering the executive branch's authority in immigration cases and handing the Trump administration a win as it pushes an aggressive deportation agenda.    Cellphones For Pets For some parents, it’s tough enough to decide at what age your kids will be given a smartphone.  Now, correspondent Julie Walker reports that the next call you get could instead be coming from your pets.  Latest In The Middle East The Defense Department released the names of two more soldiers killed in an Iranian attack in Kuwait on Sunday.  The State Department said it arranged a charter flight that has picked up American citizens in the Middle East and is on its way back to the United States.   Iran Leadership In Iran, the 59-year-old son of the late-Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has emerged as the leading choice to succeed his father and lead Iran.  However, as correspondent Jon Gambrell reports, if selected, he is considered someone with strong links to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps, and even more hardline than the late-Supreme Leader.   Primary Recap There were a few surprises in Tuesday's primary elections in North Carolina, Arkansas, and Texas.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has a recap.   Sex Abuse Coverup An explosive report finds that hundreds of children were sexually abused by Catholic priests in Rhode Island, covering over 7 decades.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports the sprawling investigation also found failures by the Providence Diocese in responding to abuse allegations. Walz On The Hot Seat Minnesota’s Governor went toe-to-toe with Republicans on the House Oversight Committee in a Wednesday hearing over charges of massive fraud in government programs.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Finally   It was clearly an unusual day for the hosts of The View.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr says viewers were audibly protesting a discussion about immigration enforcement when their conservative host called the Democrats “the party of masks.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump-Merz Meeting Talks Trade & Iran On Tuesday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with President Trump at the White House as the President thanked the German people for their support with the American air strikes in Iran, but the President also had some criticisms for two key European allies.  John Stolnis has the details from Washington.   Who Will Lead Iran Saudi Arabia intercepted two Iranian cruise missiles and nine drones, and Israel also shot down a number of missiles and drones fired from both Iran and Lebanon.  Four of the six US soldiers killed during a drone strike in Kuwait have been identified – all were part of the same Army reserve unit from Iowa.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports there’s only speculation so far as to who will emerge as the new leader of Iran, and there’s still serious issues with trying to evacuate American citizens from several Middle East nations.   Primary Day Primaries were held Tuesday in three states including Texas.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.    Father Convicted For Son’s School Shooting A Georgia man has been convicted in his connection to a 2024 high school shooting by his son that killed two students and two teachers.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Labor Department Trouble Two top aides of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer were forced out amid internal investigations of misconduct claims within the department.   The Strip Club Promotion Sports teams have promotions all the time, but an unusual one in Atlanta is under scrutiny.  A former NBA player is among those criticizing an NBA team’s upcoming promotion with a strip club.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Latest In The Middle East The Pentagon has identified four of the six US service members killed in an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.  The four soldiers identified were all assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command, an Army Reserve unit out of Iowa.     Stranded In The Middle East With the war in the Middle East starting with no notice, people have found themselves stranded in a number of nations.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on Europeans and Americans stuck overseas because of the Iran war – audio courtesy of the UK’s Sky News.   Gas Prices Spike With no ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz, oil is barely moving out of the Middle East, and that is impacting the price at the pump here at home.  Triple-A reports the nationwide average price of a gallon of unleaded gas spiked to $3 dollars 11 cents, up 12 cents in one day   Noem On The Hot Seat Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced daunting scrutiny during a Senate hearing on Capitol Hill.  Ed Donahue reports the senators took aim at the DHS handling of events in Minnesota, as well as the number of deportations and arrests.   Too Many Candidates California Democrat Party Chair Rusty Hicks is making a rare public appeal to struggling gubernatorial candidates ahead of the primary election filing deadline, saying if you don’t have a “viable path” to victory in November, don’t run.    Congestion Pricing Stays Driving in certain parts of Manhattan will still cost extra because of congestion pricing, thanks to a New York judge's ruling on Tuesday.  Joan Jones reports on a Trump administration lawsuit turned away by a court.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningIran Hits US Embassy In Riyadh Iran is retaliating for the air strikes against targets inside their borders with attacks of their own on U.S. and Israeli targets in neighboring countries, including the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia, broadening the scope of the conflict.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Hegseth Says No Endless War America woke up Monday with a press briefing held by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the Pentagon to discuss what Hegseth said will not be an endless war.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the Trump administration is rebutting concerns the Iran war could spiral into a bigger regional fight.   Evacuate Now The US State Department urged American citizens to depart immediately from countries and territories throughout the Middle East after Iran widened their scope of attacks.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports travelers have been stranded in a number of nations as the Middle East conflict spreads, and governments including the US are scrambling to bring citizens home.   SCOTUS Rules On NY Congressional Map The Supreme Court on Monday announced that it would keep in place a New York congressional map, overruling a judge who had found that the map violated the Constitution by diluting the power of Black and Latino voters.   Primary Day Voters in several states including Texas will vote in the primaries as midterm elections ramp up nationwide.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Will Iran Go Iran was scheduled to be a part of the 2026 World Cup played in the US, but their participation is now in doubt which could cause headaches for soccer’s governing body.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Trump Talks Iran President Trump says the war with Iran could last as long as five weeks, and called the US and Israeli action the last best chance to address the Iranian nuclear and ballistic missile program.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the lead-up to the president’s decision to take America to war.   Congress Briefed On War Congress continues to react to U-S-Israeli strikes on Iran after leaders were briefed by the top military officials.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Latest On Texas Shooting Authorities in Texas say the gunman who opened fire outside an Austin bar, killing two people and wounding 14, was not on their radar before the attack that authorities are treating as an act of terrorism tied to Iran.  Jennifer King reports. Cuba Discusses Attack The Cuban government has displayed a lot of arms that it claims was on the Florida speedboat that got into a fatal firefight with Cuban soldiers last week.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports that a US Senator is saying that the regime change that the United States facilitated in Venezuela and Iran could happen next in the Communist nation 90 miles from the Florida Keys.   Guthrie Back In Arizona Now one month since she went missing, an emotional return to Nancy Guthrie's Arizona home by members of her family, including NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningUS & Israel Attack Iran Over the weekend, the United States and Israel launched an air campaign against targets inside Iran, killing Ayatollah Kamenei and other senior leaders in the first series of strikes on Friday.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Congress On War Powers A bipartisan group of members of Congress want to restrain President Donald Trump’s military attack on Iran, demanding they return to Washington and vote on a War Powers resolution.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports there are some who believe this is not necessary, including South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, who told NBC’s Meet the Press that the president is protecting America and its allies from a clear and present threat.   Protests For & Against Iran Attack Around the nation and around the world, there have been demonstrations against the US and Israeli action against Iran, but outnumbering those gatherings are those being held by Iranians including within Iran praising the killing of Iran’s Ayatollah and the Islamic Republic’s leadership.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that there’s word from the Trump administration that Iran’s new leaders want to make a deal, a move that President Trump says he’s “eventually” willing to do, but warns that any Iranian actions against the US will come with severe reprisals.   Homeland Alert FBI Director Kash Patel said Saturday he has placed the bureau’s counterterrorism and intelligence teams on high alert as U.S. operations against Iran unfold.   Texas Mass Shooting Police are investigating a deadly shooting outside a bar in Austin, Texas as a potential act of terrorism after what police quickly found out about the assailant.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Congress Speaks Out on Iran Attack From the moment the news was reported that the United States and Israel launched attacks on Iran which included the killing of the Ayatollah and other leaders of the Iranian regime, members of Congress began speaking out both for and against the decision of the White House, while others discussed the president’s ability to wage war.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Destruction In Israel In Israel, there was death and damage when a pair of Iranian ballistic missiles were able to penetrate the Israeli Iron Dome defense system, damaging an apartment in Tel Aviv and at least 9 people died and dozens more injured when a missile hit a synagogue outside of Jerusalem.  Correspondent Sam Mednick reports from Central Israel on Iran’s deadly retaliatory strikes, ones that the Israeli government says will have repercussions on Iran’s leadership.   World Response To Attacks While the leaders of Russia and China are condemning the United States and Israeli military actions against Iran, countries including Cuba, Venezuela, and Spain are denouncing the attacks.  However, other governments around the world are reacting with caution and urging restraint.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports some European leaders are fearful of a wider war.   Major Flight Disruptions Flights throughout the world have been impacted by the US and Israeli attack on Iran, and the Iranian response.  DC Road Rage Stabbing Attack A traffic accident outside of Washington, DC led to road rage.  Authorities in Fairfax County, Virginia say a traffic accident on the Capital Beltway led to one of the drivers stabbing four people who were also involved in the multi-car crash.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningHillary Faces Epstein Questions In an extraordinary closed-door hearing that at one point had to be halted when a GOP member of the committee sent out a picture that was posted on social media, Hillary Clinton on Thursday spent 6 hours answering House Oversight Committee questions regarding Jeffrey Epstein, someone that the former First Lady and Secretary of State said under oath she never met.  Correspondent Jennifer King has details.   No US-Iran Deal Iran and the United States held hours of indirect negotiations Thursday over Tehran’s nuclear program but walked away without a deal, leaving the danger of another Mideast war on the table.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the prospect of military action against Iran is growing, as is the air and naval forces the US is moving into the region.   New Details In Cuba Boat Shoot New details are being learned as Cuba’s government said the 10 passengers on a boat that opened fire on its soldiers were armed Cubans living in the US, and at least one was an American citizen.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Border Drone Shoot Down The U.S. military used a laser Thursday to shoot down a Customs and Border Protection drone.  There are questions as to exactly what happened, as ABC News is reporting the drone shoot down was accidental.   Viewership Down The numbers are in.  An estimated 32.6 million people tuned into President Trump’s State of the Union address on Tuesday evening, according to Nielsen.    Student Released After Trump-Mamdani Meeting A Columbia University student was detained by ICE agents at her dorm Thursday morning sparking a protest on campus.  Joan Jones reports she won her release thanks to the unusual relationship between President Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.   Primary Preview Today is the last day to vote early in the primary elections in Texas.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from a state where there's speculation parts of it could turn from red to blue.   Means Facing Resistance Casey Means, President Donald Trump’s pick for surgeon general, does not yet appear to have the votes for confirmation following a testy Senate health committee hearing on her nomination Wednesday.  FedEx On Refunds FedEx announced Thursday it will return any tariff refunds it may receive to its customers who paid them as it seeks compensation from the federal government for tariffs paid that were subsequently ruled illegal.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports this comes after the historic Supreme Court decision.   Gas Prices Rising If your wallet is feeling a bit lighter, look no further than the gas pump.  Gas prices have been steadily rising, according to Triple-A, with the average price for a gallon of regular nationwide now at $2 dollars 98 cents   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningState Of The Union Day After The day after President Trump's State of the Union, administration officials and Republican allies hit the cable news networks to stump for the President's policies while Democrat lawmakers took to the airwaves to slam Trump's speech.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Cuba Fires On US Craft   A serious escalation between the United States and Cuba, as the Cuban military shot four people dead in a speedboat just off Cuba’s coast, an incident that the Cuban government claims were armed Cubans living in America attempting to infiltrate the island on a mission of terrorism.  America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has details.   LA’s School Chief Raided Federal agents in Los Angeles armed with a warrant raided the home and office of the head of the nation's second largest school district.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports a home in Miami was also searched linked to this case.   Snowball Trouble There’s new trouble for the mayor of New York City.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports Zohran Mamdani's relationship with the NYPD starts to get icy after officers were pelted in a snowball fight, and suspects now are being sought.   Contentious Hearing A contentious at times confirmation hearing was held Wednesday for President Trump's Surgeon General nominee.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Ukraine Talks Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his negotiators will meet with Trump envoys today, in the hopes that Russia will eventually join them for peace talks.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this meeting is now 5 years and 2 days after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.   US-Iran Meeting U.S. and Iranian negotiators have returned to Geneva for their third round of indirect talks over Iran’s nuclear program.  The meetings come as President Trump has upgraded his rhetoric towards Tehran, and the Islamic Republic has been pushing back.  More from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Agents Fired At least 10 FBI employees who worked on former Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into President Trump's retention of classified records after he left the White House in 2021 were fired on Wednesday.  Finally   Phil Collins, Shakira, and Billy Idol are some of this year’s nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the list of all of the nominees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningState Of The Union Standing before a joint session of Congress, President Trump touted what he sees as the accomplishments of the first year of his second term and offered heavy criticism at Democrats in what became the longest State of the Union speech in history.  John Stolnis has the recap from Washington.   Democrat State Of The Union Response   Outside the Capitol, Democrats held what they billed as the People’s Rally, blaming President Trump for a number of issues, and after the State of the Union, Virginia Governor Abagail Spanberger gave the Democrat response.  Bob Brown has that part of the story.   Reward Upped In Guthrie Disappearance The reward for information on the whereabouts of Nancy Guthrie has been increased.  Ed Donahue reports the plea by NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie comes as her mother has now been missing for nearly a month.   Washington Stabbing Spree A shocking scene in a small residential neighborhood - Five people, including a suspect, are dead in a mass stabbing in the Pacific Northwest.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson in Seattle.   DOJ Sues UCLA The Department of Justice is suing University of California system over allegations that its L-A campus turned a blind eye to workplace antisemitism.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   State Of The Union Recap In the longest State of the Union speech in history, President Trump touted his accomplishments and also sparred with Democrats.  John Stolnis has the recap from Washington.   GOP Calling For Gonzalez Resignation Republican House leadership is responding to calls for a Texas Congressman to step down following an alleged affair that ended in tragedy.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Deputies Killed During Traffic Stop Two Missouri sheriff's deputies were killed early Tuesday morning while conducting a traffic stop.  The incident triggered a manhunt that ended with the death of the suspect.  Correspondent Joan Jones tells us two other deputies were wounded in the firefight.   Consumer Confidence A small rebound in US consumer confidence in February comes after a plunge a month earlier.  Lisa Dwyer has details. New Developments In Kirk Case In a Utah courtroom, there were new legal developments in the case surrounding the Charlie Kirk shooting.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Finally   A rift is forming between the New York City mayor and the police department in the nation’s largest city after nearly a dozen officers were injured during a snowball fight.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports the officers were responding to what was a planned event in a park, but a video has now surfaced of the snowball throwers taunting police as they pelted the officers, and the police union is demanding arrests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningChaos In Mexico Tourists from around the world, especially the United States, are hoping to get out of the Mexican resort cities that have been hit by drug cartel violence following the death of one powerful cartel leader.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports the cartel attacks came after a drug kingpin known as “El Mencho” was tracked down and killed by Mexico’s government forces.   The Northeast Blizzard   The Blizzard of 2026 will be remembered as the worst winter storm to hit the Northeast in 30 years, and even though the snow has stopped, the effects of the blizzard will remain for days and weeks.  Sue Aller reports from New York, where some places received over 2 feet of snow.   State Of The Union Preview President Trump will address the nation tonight in his annual State of the Union address.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has a preview.    Mar-A-Lago Intruder Killed More is being learned about the armed man who was shot and killed after he breached security at President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort Sunday by the Secret Service.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   Congressman Facing Resignation Calls Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales is facing growing pressure to resign amid allegations that he had coerced a sexual relationship with a staff member who later killed herself.     Judge Rules On Trump Probe A federal judge has permanently barred the release of special counsel Jack Smith's probe into President Trump's keeping of classified documents.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Blizzard Aftermath It started on Sunday and is finally winding down, but for many between Delaware and Maine, the Blizzard of 2026 has left people under snow measured in feet, mass transportation systems closed down, and airport flight cancellations in the thousands.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports a huge snowstorm in the northeast forces millions to stay home and closing schools, and in Boston, this snow event is expected to eclipse Beantown’s January blizzard which dumped the 8th highest snow total Boston has ever had.   New Epstein Fallout There's more fallout overseas regarding the Jeffrey Epstein files, including another high-profile arrest and a mea-culpa from a famous self-help guru.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   War Enters Year 5 It was four years ago today that Russia sent a phalanx of tanks and launched air strikes against Ukraine, a military incursion that the Kremlin believed would take days to seize their neighbor and former Soviet satellite state, but instead, four years later, Russia barely holds 20 percent of Ukrainian territory, hundreds of thousands of Russian troops are believed to have died, and hardships for Ukraine’s people worsen by the day.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports some hardships of a different kind are now befalling Russian citizens far from the fighting.    US Orders Some Out Of Lebanon The U.S. State Department ordered non-emergency personnel to evacuate the U.S. Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon.  Finally   Both the British BATFA Awards, the UK’s version of the Oscars, and the BBC are apologizing after a guest with Tourette syndrome shouted racial slurs as two Black actors were onstage, with millions of people watching.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTariff Turmoil On Friday, the Supreme Court ruled 6 to 3 that President Trump exceeded his authority to levy tariffs using the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act.  Over the weekend, the President instituted new temporary tariffs and railed against the justices.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   The Northeast Blizzard   Thousands of canceled flights, snow measured in feet, and over 50 million people dealing with blizzard conditions as a massive winter storm moved through the Northeast from Virginia to Maine.  Sue Aller reports from New York, where the mayor of New York City instituted a road travel ban, regional trains stopping service, and even led to DoorDash and Grubhub temporarily suspending operations in the nation’s largest city.   Chaos In Mexico After Drug Lord Killed After hearing reports of gunfire at two international airports, the US is suspending some flights to Mexico and telling Americans to shelter in place in several parts of that nation, which comes after the killing of a Mexican drug lord.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Mar-A-Lago Intruder Killed A man armed with a gasoline can and a shotgun was able to enter a secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago before being shot and killed by police and Secret Service.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports an investigation is underway as to how the 21-year-old was able to penetrate the property of President Trump.   Latest With Russia-Ukraine Tomorrow is the four-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and several US Senators were in Odessa and Kyiv to show their support for the Ukrainian people.    Miracle On Ice 2026 The US is tops in the hockey world for the first time in almost a half-century.  Correspondent Donna Warder has details of the newest miracle on ice – Olympic Games audio courtesy NBC Sports.   Tariffs & Small Businesses Despite the Supreme Court ruling against him, President Trump doubled down on tariffs, issuing a new 15% global tariff increase.  Another question for those on Main Street - Where does the tariff ruling leave small businesses?  Jennifer King reports.   Iran Clock Ticking The top American negotiators plan to meet in Geneva on Thursday for last-ditch talks with Iran over their nuclear ambitions, debating a new proposal that could create an off-ramp as two US carrier groups are now within striking distance of Tehran.  The latest from correspondent Clayton Neville.  Back To School As more people are finding themselves out of work or looking for better jobs, many are considering going back to school.  Michigan adult education programs have seen a double-digit enrollment jump, and a New Jersey program has helped bring over 13 thousand adults back into the classroom.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez explains your options if you’re thinking of enrolling in school as adult.   Check TSA PreCheck A partial federal government shutdown tied to Department of Homeland Security funding negotiations caused confusion Sunday morning at a number of the nation’s airports, where travelers and airport staff were briefly told TSA PreCheck would be suspended.  Homeland Security soon after reversed course and changed its announcement concerning TSA PreCheck.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports. Judge Rules On Ten Commandments An appeals court has given the go-ahead for the Ten Commandments to be posted in Louisiana classrooms.   Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.   Finally   His next performance could be in prison.  A former 'American Idol' contestant is charged with murder in his wife's death in Ohio.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports this comes after police released the frantic 9-1-1 calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningPreparing For War The US military presence in the Middle East is growing to now include the U.S.S Gerald Ford - the world's largest aircraft carrier, five destroyers equipped to shoot down incoming missiles and Tomahawks that can strike targets 1,000 miles away.  It comes amid a maximum pressure campaign to get Iran to agree to stop making nuclear weapons, as President Trump is threatening war.  Correspondent Joan Jones has the latest.    Board Of Peace Convenes   President Trump hosted his inaugural Board of Peace meeting Thursday in Washington, and in the process, pledged a $10 billion dollar commitment from America for Gaza relief and reconstruction.  Correspondent Katie Clark has the story.   New Mexico Investigates Epstein Property There were two major developments in the Jeffrey Epstein case.  First, the former Prince Andrew was arrested in the UK and faces charges for his involvement with the late-sex offender.  And in New Mexico, correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a state investigation of a property Epstein once owned.   Widower of Texas Congressman’s Aide Speaks Out In Texas, the widower of an aide for Republican Congressman Tony Gonzalez is speaking out months after his wife died.      Trump Banner Controversy A controversy is brewing in Washington after a big banner featuring President Trump's face has been unfurled on the Justice Department's headquarters.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Ballroom Approval President Trump’s vision for a grand ballroom at the White House has taken an important step forward.  Correspondent Donna Warder gives an update on President’s plans which has now been fast-tracked for approval with a unanimous vote, despite over 2 thousand public comments that were nearly all negative.   Former British Royalty Arrested Thursday marked the highest-profile arrest since the Epstein files were released by the Department of Justice, and it happened overseas.  The former Prince Andrew, now known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor since he was stripped of his Royal title, was arrested by British authorities.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports on the arrest of the brother of King Charles the third.   Taxing The Rich Plans by Democrats to tax millionaires and billionaires is gaining traction in New York City, Washington State and California.  Correspondent Rich Johnson checks the status of all three efforts which has drawn the support of Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders.   Trump Visits Georgia President Trump made a trip to Georgia on Thursday and touched on unproven claims of voter fraud linked to that state.    Ambulance Crashes Into DHS Office State and federal authorities are investigating after a person allegedly stole an ambulance, loaded up staged gas cans and plowed the emergency vehicle into a Department of Homeland Security office in Idaho.   Trade Gap Widens President Trump says the tariffs he enacted have brought in much needed revenue, and it was also supposed to narrow America’s already wide trade deficit.  Lisa Dwyer reports the trade gap for 2025 has instead reached a record high.   Finally   In the midst of the horror of a mass shooting this week by a transgender man at a youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, came heroic efforts by people in the crowd who subdued the gunman before others could be shot or killed.  One man is being called a hero for stopping that gunman.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningCalifornia Avalanche An investigation is underway in California following an avalanche that happened during a mammoth snowstorm that left eight skiers dead and another missing.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on the extreme conditions that led to the avalanche as weather is making it difficult to continue the recovery efforts.   New Guthrie Case Developments   With the search for Nancy Guthrie in its third week, several new developments emerged on Wednesday, along with a new ransom note.  Correspondent Rich Johnson has more, including an interview given by the Pima County Sheriff and what the FBI is now focusing on.   US Prepping For Iran Attack The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the Pentagon is sending significant numbers of jet fighters and support aircraft to the Middle East, assembling the greatest amount of air power in the region since the 2003 invasion of Iraq.    Wexler Behind Closed Doors Members of the House Oversight Committee heard closed-door testimony from billionaire Leslie Wexler, the businessman behind the brands of Bath and Body Works and Victoria’s Secret.  Jennifer King reports on what was learned during the latest hearing regarding Jeffrey Epstein.   No Breakthroughs In Russia-Ukraine Talks The word from Geneva was not good with lack of breakthroughs in the latest U.S.-brokered peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports we are now a week away from the war entering its fifth year.   Gunman Near US Capitol Stopped We are learning more about the man arrested Tuesday after he ran from his vehicle toward the west side of the U.S. Capitol Building armed with a shotgun.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Zuckerberg Takes The Stand Mark Zuckerberg traded in his Silicon Valley office for a seat in the witness stand in a Los Angeles trial focusing on a landmark case of social media addiction.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports on the testimony given by the Facebook parent-company Meta CEO.   Georgia Election Officials Want Answers Fulton County, Georgia election officials want their ballots back, and they've filed a new motion claiming that the search warrant used by FBI investigators was "unprecedented in American history."  Correspondent Joan Jones has more.   Colbert Interview Causing Uproar An interview with Texas Democrat U-S Senate candidate James Talarico with Steven Colbert was scrapped on the CBS Late Show but allowed to air online this week.  Correspondent Clayton Neville says FCC Chair Brendan Carr insists “There was no censorship" and accused Talarico "of committing a “hoax" in a situation that is being pointed to the Equal Time rule.  New Kansas Law Local governments, school districts and public colleges in Kansas will have a matter of days to conform their facilities to a new state law restricting who can use restrooms and other private spaces in government-owned buildings. Finally   Mardi Gras is usually a festive time, unless you break the law.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details of the arrest of actor Shia LeBeouf in New Orleans after getting into a fight at a bar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningRemembering Jesse Jackson Jesse Jackson, a two-time candidate for president who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King, Junior and led the American Civil Rights Movement for decades, died on Tuesday at the age of 84.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the passing of a man President Trump called a “force of nature.”   Debating NYC & Washington Tax Hikes   With Democrat leadership on both coasts looking for ways to plug large fiscal deficits, eye-popping tax increases appear to be on the way for residents of Washington State and New York City.  Correspondent Joan Jones has the story.   Latest On Rhode Island Shooting More is being learned about the person who carried out a mass shooting this week at a youth hockey game in Rhode Island.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   No Quick End For Shutdown Republicans and Democrats are seemingly digging their heels in as a partial government shutdown continues over demands surrounding the Department of Homeland Security.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   T-Shirt Mistrial A mistrial was declared in the case of nine alleged Antifia members charged in connection with the 2025 ambush shooting of a police officer at a Texas ICE detention center.  The judge in the case cited a T-shirt worn by one of the defense attorneys under a blazer. More Boats Targeted The Pentagon gave the green light to targeting three more alleged drug cartel boats in the Pacific and the Caribbean.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   US-Iran Talks Iran’s foreign minister says that talks between the Islamic Republic and the United States are making progress, but come as the Iranian military partially closed the vital Strait of Hormuz to hold military drills.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports that as the meetings continue, Vice President JD Vance, speaking on Fox News with Martha McCallum, says Iran’s future rides on how they respond to the talks in Geneva.   Sewage-Gate President Trump and Maryland Governor Wes Moore are having a war of words about a sewage leak in the Potomac River in Washington, DC, with the president also heaping blame on District of Columbia’s Democrat leaders as well as Virginia.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has details about what is turning into one of the largest wastewater spills in American history.   Ash Wednesday The celebration of Mardi Gras has come and gone in New Orleans, and with the last King Cake eaten and parade ended, today now ushers in the first day of Lent, a solemn 40-day season of prayer, fasting, and repentance for Christians preparing for Easter.  Correspondent Peter Smith explains how Christians celebrate Ash Wednesday.   California Avalanche The heavy snows that has fallen in parts of Northern California and Nevada’s mountains has led to an avalanche.  Judge Rules In Abrego Garcia Case A federal judge has made a ruling in the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia.  The details from Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani.  Clinton Hits Trump On Epstein Former First Lady and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is accusing the Trump administration of a coverup involving the Jeffrey Epstein files.  Sue Aller reports this comes as she and Bill Clinton will soon testify before a House committee about any involvement they had with the late-sex offender.   Finally   The host of the Late Show has had another run-in with politics.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details of a canceled interview on orders of the CBS Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningNew Evidence In The Guthrie Case Investigators are following several leads in Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping, as her daughter, Today Show host Savannah Guthrie holds out hope.  As correspondent Julie Walker reports, investigators are now consulting with Walmart as the backpack a person seen on surveillance video wearing is only sold at their stores, and the FBI now says that suspect is a man, 5 feet 9 inches tall, with a medium build.   California Weather   Snow measured in feet in the north, torrential flooding rains in the south.  A big chunk of California is being blasted by a series of strong storms this week.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports.   Rhode Island Shooting It was shock and horror at a youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.  At least three people are dead including the gunman and three hospitalized in critical condition after a shooting at a high school hockey game on Monday. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports it’s the second mass shooting in Rhode Island in the past two months.   US Military In Nigeria Members of the American military is now on the ground in Africa as Nigeria's military is getting help from the U.S. with their government battling a widening threat from terrorist groups.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Remembering Robert Duvall He starred in dozens of films including the Godfather, the Great Santini, Network, Apocalypse Now, and the Natural.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the passing of the legendary Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall.   Malinin Speaking Up He was the consensus frontrunner to become a star on the ice in Milan, but a combination of severe pressure and online hate has an American ice skating star speaking out after his shocking and costly stumble at the Winter Olympics.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Rubio Diplomacy It’s shuttle diplomacy this week for the Secretary of State.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports on Marco Rubio's stop in Hungary to sign a civilian nuclear deal, and next it’s on for a new round of upcoming talks between Russia and Ukraine, as well as Iran, in Geneva.   Trump-Newsom Feud Escalates The political rivalry between Republican President Donald Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsome is back in the spotlight.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the president is slamming the possible 2028 Democrat candidate for the White House after he signed a Golden State green energy deal with the United Kingdom, and Newsom is firing back.   Utah Preparing A western-state governor is addressing concerns about U.S. politics eight years ahead of the Winter Olympics that are set to take center stage in his state.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez has more.   Curling Controversy One of the biggest stories to come out of the Winter Olympics in Milan isn’t about skier Lindsey Vonn breaking her leg, or the shocking results in figure skating.  Correspondent Julia Frankel reports from the Winter Olympics in Italy on the widening curling controversy and allegations of cheating that have led to expletive-laden shouting matches. Judge Orders Slavery Exhibit Returned A federal judge used the backdrop of President's Day to issue a ruling that reverses a Trump Administration order involving an exhibit about the enslaved people George Washington brought to Philadelphia.  Correspondent Joan Jones has details.   Finally   Former President Barack Obama is back peddling a bit after recent comments about aliens he made went viral.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Police Match A Glove In Guthrie Case The FBI now confirms that DNA found inside the glove discovered near Nancy Guthrie’s home belongs to a man, and appears to match the gloves seen being worn by the masked person in doorbell video the night the 84-year-old vanished from her Tucson, Arizona home.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on where the investigation stands into the disappearance of the mother of NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.   Munich Back-And-Forth   Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US wants to re-vitalize its friendship with Europe, but in the same speech, he criticized several bedrock European values -and European and some American political leaders are pushing back.  More from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Massie Slams Bondi A Republican congressman leading the House investigation into the Epstein files says he's lost confidence in U-S Attorney General Pam Bondi.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Board Of Peace Plans President Donald Trump’s new Board of Peace is pledging $5 billion dollars toward rebuilding Gaza.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports there are still questions as to when Phase 2 of the ceasefire deal will be fully implemented, and exactly how the Board of Peace money will be spent.   Storms On Two Coasts Wicked winter weather on both coasts is expected to impact California and New York this morning.    Stanford Hung Jury A jury fails to reach a verdict in the trial of Stanford protesters.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports the jury could not decide whether 13 students who were arrested during anti-Israel protests caused the hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage to the campus.   Partial Government Shutdown A partial government shutdown continues into another week after lawmakers failed to come to terms on a spending bill.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Homan Talks Drawdown The drawdown of immigration agents is underway in Minneapolis.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports President Trump's border czar says a 'small' security force will remain in Minnesota, while the Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says the damage from having ICE agents in his city doesn’t justify the results.   Olympic Pressure The talk of the Olympics has turned to what many are calling the meltdown on the ice of the American who was destined to win gold.  Steve Futterman reports on the latest from the Winter Games in Milan.   US-Iran Talks Iranian State Media reported that the nation’s foreign minister will attend the indirect talks between the Islamic Republic and the United States, which comes as CNBC is reporting that potential energy, mining, and aircraft deals will be on the table as both sides discuss a nuclear deal.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on new U.S. action geared toward Iran, with a second aircraft carrier task force heading to the region. US Intercepts Another Oil Tanker The Department of War said Sunday that American forces intercepted a vessel in the Indo-Pacific after it attempted to evade a quarantine order issued by the Trump administration.   NJ Man Guilty A New Jersey man has been found guilty in a bizarre murder plot targeting his own brother and his family.  The details from correspondent Jennifer King.   Finally   Who ever thought back in December of 1989 that an animated cartoon debuting about the Simpson family in the fictional town of Springfield would still be going strong today, and more seasons are still to come.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the latest on a history-making episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningPartial Government Shutdown The Department of Homeland Security is preparing to shut down after Senate Democrats voted to block a bill to fund the agency.  They complain that negotiations with Republicans to change immigration enforcement tactics have stalled, and comes in the wake of two high-profile shootings in Minneapolis.  Joan Jones reports.   Greenhouse Gas Rules Ended   The Trump administration has revoked key findings that repeal the Obama-era greenhouse gas rules, being called the largest single deregulatory action by the government in history.  The details from Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani.   Search Widens For Guthrie Following the release of doorbell video and a person taken into custody and soon after released, Arizona police and the FBI investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie have widened their search for surveillance camera footage in an effort to find the mother of NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.   Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Who Pays For Tariffs A new report shows that Americans are taking the brunt of President Trump's tariffs.  The details from correspondent Clayton Neville.   Trump’s BBC Lawsuit President Trump's multi-billion dollar lawsuit against Great Britain’s BBC will go to trial in 2027.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports.   Valentine’s Day We celebrate Valentine’s Day tomorrow, and correspondent Lisa Dwyer delves into what love means to people around the world.   Senate Immigration Hearing Testimony surrounding immigration enforcement in Minnesota was front and center during a hearing on Capitol Hill on Thursday, and got very heated at times.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Homan Confirms Drawdown As Senators held a heated hearing regarding immigration enforcement, the Trump administration’s Border Czar announced there would be an immediate drawdown of federal immigration officers in Minnesota.  That story from correspondent Donna Warder.   NTSB Hearing The head of the National Transportation Safety Board had a lot to communicate to lawmakers Thursday about the lack of communication that led to the mid-air collision of a commuter jet and an Army helicopter near Reagan National Airport last year.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Planning A School Shooting Two teenagers are under arrest and facing serious charges after they were caught planning a mass shooting at an Indiana high school.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports. Who Didn’t Know About El Paso Airspace Closure More is being learned about the FAA’s sudden closure of El Paso's airspace in Texas, including their international airport.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports the shutdown came without warning to the airport operators, the city government, and the White House.   Goldman Sachs Lawyer Resigns Goldman Sachs’s top lawyer resigned on Thursday night in the wake of the Justice Department’s release of emails and other material that revealed her extensive relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningBondi Grilled In Congress Members of the House Judiciary Committee grilled a combative Attorney General Pam Bondi in a hearing on Wednesday, with Democrats and some Republicans highly critical of her handling of the Epstein files.  Correspondent John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Latest In The Guthrie Disappearance   The man taken into custody as a person of interest in the abduction of Nancy Guthrie in Arizona was soon after released.  This comes as there was new activity in a crypto wallet tied to the ransom of the mother of the NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports investigators have yet to zero in on where the 84-year-old might be.   Trump-Netanyahu Meeting The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the Pentagon is ordering a second air craft carrier strike group to prepare to head to the Middle East as the US readies for a possible attack on Iran.  This comes as President Trump held a phone meeting with the leader of Israel.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Reason El Paso Airport Closed There was anger and confusion when the airspace surrounding El Paso, Texas was temporarily shut down without warning this week, grounding flights.  Lisa Dwyer reports with new information on why the airport was forced to close.   Keeping His Job There have been a number of high-profile people who have resigned from their jobs in the wake of their being tied to Jeffrey Epstein, including a Norwegian ambassador, the head of a powerful US law firm, and the chief-of-staff to the UK’s prime minister.  However, the head of the L.A. Summer Games will remain in charge, after being mentioned in the Epstein files. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   NYC Taxing The Rich Plan The Mayor of New York City is asking state lawmakers to get behind his plan for a tax hike on the wealthy.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Canada School Shooting Canada remains in shock after an 18-year-old in a small town hundreds of miles north of Vancouver killed two members of her family in their home, and then opened fire in a high school, murdering 9 people and injuring over two dozen others.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports the suspected shooter was no stranger to local law enforcement.   Democrats Cleared In “Illegal Orders” Senate Democrats are urging their fellow Republicans to speak up, after a federal grand jury said no to the Trump administration's bid to indict several Democrat lawmakers for releasing a video telling U.S. troops they must refuse what they called "illegal orders."  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   House Votes It was a busy day Wednesday in Congress as lawmakers voted on a resolution surrounding Canada that went against the Trump administration and took up a vote to avoid a government shutdown.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Debt Clock Ticks Louder The nation’s debt grew by 2 trillion dollars last year, and has surpassed a record 38 point 67 trillion dollars.  For those who think that’s already too high, be prepared for an even larger number in the coming few years.  Lisa Dwyer reports that U.S. deficits and debt are expected to rise, and there’s not much right now that can stop it. Expanding Coal Power The Pentagon will now purchase power from coal plants, under orders from President Trump, a move that will keep coal plants open in four states, but at a cost.  Sue Aller reports.  Finally  He burst on the scene as a 15-year-old growing up for six seasons on Dawson’s Creek, and continued his career in TV and movies including Varsity Blues.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the untimely death of coming-of-age drama star James Van Der Beek.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningBreak In The Guthrie Disappearance Authorities detained a man for questioning Tuesday night in the investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance.  America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has the latest on the investigation.   Facing Another Government Shutdown With the deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security set for Thursday, Congress is under pressure to reach a compromise on reforms for ICE's immigration enforcement.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   ICE Head On The Hot Seat There was a heated House hearing on Capitol Hill where ICE's chief defended his officers amid outrage over their actions in Minnesota.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this included several instances where the committee chairman nearly lost control of the hearing.   Latest On Georgia Election Records Seized New details are emerging of ballot checks in Georgia.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports the investigation that led to an FBI search warrant began with a referral from a Trump 2020 campaign lawyer when they lost a number of lawsuits challenging the election.  Collins For Reelection A long-time Republican Senator announced she is running for re-election.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Monks Make It To DC A group of Monks have finally reached the Nation's Capital after walking nearly 23 hundred miles on a quest for peace.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.    Congress Pressing On The Epstein Files Congress continues to press the Trump Administration to the Epstein files. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Latest On Michigan-Canada Bridge There are two routes between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario: a tunnel under the Detroit River and the Ambassador Bridge.  A third crossing is just weeks from opening - or maybe not, according to President Trump.  The details from correspondent Rich Johnson.    Canada School Shooting Tragedy north of the border where a shooting at a school in Canada’s British Columbia left eight dead including a female whom police believe to be the shooter, while two more people were found dead at a nearby home.  Mejia Declared Winner The shocking upset of the candidate expected to win a primary that included over a dozen contestants vying for the Congressional seat once held by Mikie Sherrill in New Jersey is complete.  Lisa Dwyer reports that a challenger to a progressive New Jersey Democrat has conceded.   Finally   There was a lot of controversy surrounding the NFL halftime show featuring Bad Bunny, but now questions about lip syncing are being raised about Kid Rock in the alternative show.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has reaction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningMaxwell Pleads The Fifth Former Jeffrey Epstein girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell appeared before the House Oversight Committee from a prison in Texas, and the only answer she gave to any question was to plead the Fifth, an answer that didn’t sit well with any member of the panel.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on that it was clear to both Democrats and Republicans that she was looking for a presidential pardon.   Latest On Nancy Guthrie Disappearance NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie released a new video plea on social media, hoping for the release of her 84-year-old mother who went missing and believed to have been kidnapped over a week ago.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   Judge Rules On ICE Masks A judge has blocked California from enforcing a new law sharply limiting when federal agents can wear masks while engaged in deportation operations.    Ohio Bomb Threats Dozens of bomb threats have hit central Ohio schools, the Ohio Statehouse and the state Chamber of Commerce on Monday.  Joan Jones reports that while none of these email threats have been deemed credible, it sent schools and offices into lockdowns.    New Evidence In Brown U. Shooting The Providence, Rhode Island Police Department has released new body cam footage from a December 13th shooting at Brown University.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   School’s Out In San Francisco Kids in the City by the Bay won’t be in their classrooms today.  Lisa Dwyer reports that teachers are trading their lesson plans for picket signs in San Francisco.   No Answers During Epstein Hearing Ghislaine Maxwell, in prison on charges she led a child sex ring for years with the disgraced and deceased former financier Jeffrey Epstein, declined to answer lawmakers' questions in a closed virtual hearing on Monday. John Stolnis reports from Washington that some believe her end game is to get clemency and freedom from prison in exchange for telling what she knows.   Shutdown Looming The clock is ticking louder on Capitol Hill to ensure funding for the Department of Homeland Security and avoid another government shutdown.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Olympic Athletes Speak Out President Trump has criticized an American Olympian for speaking out against the administration’s immigration operations.  As Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, freestyle skier Hunter Hess has responded, now proclaiming that he loves America, and cannot wait to represent Team USA when his competition begins.    Trump Warns New Bridge May Not Open President Trump threatened Monday evening to prevent the new Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario from opening until Canada treats the United States with, what he described as, "fairness and respect."  Social Media Addiction Trial Opening arguments are beginning in a landmark social media addiction trial set in Los Angeles.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports the trial centers on how the Instagram and YouTube platforms target children.   No Power & Water Two Weeks Later It has been about two weeks since a powerful winter storm slammed into Mississippi, a state that rarely sees snow and ice, and took the lives of 29 people.  The heavy weight of the snow and ice snapped trees and took down power lines, and now two weeks later, thousands of Mississippi residents still remain in the dark waiting for power and water to be restored.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningSearch For Nancy Guthrie Continues We enter Day Nine of the disappearance of the mother of NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.  Over the weekend, law enforcement spent more time searching the home of Nancy Guthrie in Tucson, Arizona, and the family once again released a video begging her alleged abductors to release the 84-year-old.  As correspondent Julie Walker reports the desperate search continues, but so far police still have no suspects or persons of interest in what has become a kidnapping case.   Video Controversy Some Republican lawmakers are joining with Democrats in criticizing President Trump for the re-posting of a video that contained a brief clip of a cartoon version of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as monkeys, with critics calling it an overtly racist post.  John Stolnis has the latest on the fallout from Washington.   Funds Must Be Returned A judge has ruled against the Trump administration saying it can't withhold funds from five Democrat-led states amid claims of fraud.   Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Another Shutdown Likely Senator John Fetterman anticipates a partial government shutdown as Democrats and Republicans spar over funding for the Department of Homeland Security.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Mangione’s Day In Court Luigi Mangione spoke out in court as a judge has now set a trial date for state murder charges against the man arrested for killing the United HealthCare CEO.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Judge Rules On GA FBI Raid A federal judge in Georgia ordered documents related to an FBI raid on an election facility in Fulton County to be unsealed by Tuesday.    Olympic Protests The Winter Olympics got underway with the usual fanfare – and a less-than-warm welcome for the head of the US delegation.  Meanwhile, outside the venues, police and protestors have battled, including some who vandalized rail links to the venues.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports that as American and Israeli athletes have been met with boos, some US athletes are voicing their own concerns about politics at home.   Midterm Meddling Complaints Democrats are raising concerns over political intimidation in the upcoming midterm elections.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Funeral Home Owner To Prison The owner of a Colorado funeral home has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for stashing 189 decomposing bodies and giving fake ashes to grieving families.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on the tragedy that one of those families is facing.    FBI On Epstein The FBI has concluded Jeffrey Epstein was not running a sex trafficking ring for rich and powerful men.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Closing For Good Some well-known food franchises will soon be closing their doors.  Mushroom Poisoning Alarming news out of California where three people have died and others severely ill from eating poisonous mushrooms.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.  T Finally   The Seattle Seahawks are the champions of Super Bowl 60, but there were some who watched the big game for the ads.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details on what ads were the big hits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices