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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

Today on America in the MorningMore Details Released In Guthrie Kidnapping Investigators in Arizona have released a new timeline, as the investigation into the disappearance of NBC Today Show Host Savannah Guthrie's mother drags on.  Joan Jones reports that at this point, law enforcement has not identified any suspects or persons of interest in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.   Democrats Dig In On DHS Funding Democratic leaders have sent the White House and Republican leaders a list of 10 items they want to see addressed as part of the negotiations to fund the Department of Homeland Security.  With the deadline a week away, correspondent John Stolnis has the latest on the talks from Washington.   US-Russia Nuke Deal Ended Today is the day that the Trump administration meets with leaders of Iran in Oman to discuss the Islamic Republic’s nuclear and missile programs, but in another part of the world, questions as to what happens next with the expiration of the last nuclear arms pact between the U.S. and Russia.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Trump-RX Launches The Trump administration is launching a website that facilitates buying prescription drugs.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   NJ Recount In the end it was a photo-finish and it appears likely heading for a recount as former Congressman Tom Malinowski is trailing progressive activist Analilia Mejia by less than one percent in New Jersey’s 11th District special election.   Money For Cuba The Trump administration announced they’re sending $6 million dollars to Cuba, which is in the midst of an energy blockade and many in the Communist island nation are having a tough time just keeping the lights on.   Lisa Dwyer reports.   Latest In The Guthrie Disappearance No suspects, but concern grows by the hour as Nancy Guthrie remains missing, now for six days.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the latest on the search for the mother of TV host Savannah Guthrie as the family waits for both signs of life, and contact from those who kidnapped the 84-year-old.  Prayer Breakfast President Trump attended the annual National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, and while announcing a national event in Washington in May to rededicate America as one nation under God, he also took some political shots at rivals on both sides of the aisle.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Clinton-Congress Back & Forth The back and forth continues between Congress and the Clinton's surrounding a hearing about the Epstein files, one that Bill and Hillary Clinton are demanding be done in public.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Fatal LA Car Crash At least three people were killed and six others were injured after a car crashed into a grocery store in the Los Angeles suburb of Westwood.  Arrest For Threatening ICE A Minneapolis man has been arrested for posting threats and encouraging violence against immigration officers.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Arizona Copter Crash Authorities are investigating after a police helicopter crashed in Arizona, killing two people.  The details from correspondent Lisa Dwyer.   Tech News Elon Musk is working on a plan to supersize Starlink.  Chuck Palm has this story today in his new segment, the New Old Tech Guy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningGuthrie’s Plea For Kidnapped Mom The urgent search for Nancy Guthrie continues in Arizona, as her daughter, NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie released a plea on Instagram that whoever has taken the 84-year-old let her go, saying time is not on our side.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports we are learning more about her health issues and her urgent need her medication, and that the FBI is sending additional personnel to help with the investigation.   SCOTUS Rules On Proposition 50 For the second time, the U.S. Supreme Court has decided NOT to get involved in the fight over re-drawing Congressional Districts. Correspondent Rich Johnson reports that California’s Proposition 50 that re-drew the California congressional map will stay as-is for now, heading back to a lower court.   Fulton County Fights Back On Election Probe Officials in Atlanta’s Fulton County said Wednesday they have asked a federal court to order the FBI to return ballots and other documents from the 2020 election that it seized last week, with more questions being raised about the involvement by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Trump-Xi Call President Trump held a phone meeting with China's President yesterday (Wednesday).  Correspondent Clayton Neville has details.   Post Purge It was Black Wednesday at one of the world’s most legendary newspapers.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on a day at the Washington Post where widespread layoffs will lead to sharply scaled back news coverage.   No Ice At Olympics It may be the Winter Olympics, but don’t say the word “ice.”  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a politically inspired name change at the Winter Games.   US-Iran Meeting Preview Representatives from the Trump administration are scheduled to sit down with Iranian leaders for nuclear talks set for Friday, but ahead of those discussions, the President had a strong warning for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Minneapolis Drawdown The Trump administration confirmed they will be initiating a drawdown in federal officers immediately on the streets of Minneapolis, and those who remain will be outfitted with body cameras.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this comes as Congress will be spending the next two weeks grappling with funding for the Department of Homeland Security.   Bessent On The Hot Seat Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was pressed by lawmakers on Capitol Hill on Wednesday during a hearing on the state of our nation’s finances. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Would-Be Assassin To Prison The man found guilty of trying to assassinate then-candidate Donald Trump at his Florida golf course in 2024 will spend the rest of his life behind bars.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports. Democrats Plan Oversight Revenge Facing the threat of being held in contempt of Congress, Bill and Hillary Clinton both agreed to testify before the House Oversight Committee about their knowledge of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.    Hush Money Re-Do President Trump's hush money conviction was back before a New York judge.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump Signs Spending Bill President Trump has signed a government spending bill that funds the entire government with the exception of the Department of Homeland Security, with the White House and lawmakers set to negotiate over changes to ICE and immigration enforcement over the next two weeks. John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Search For Guthrie Continues The search for 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's missing 84-year-old mother is intensifying, as TMZ confirmed they were sent a ransom note.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports police are calling Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance an abduction, taken from her home against her will, and concerns for Guthrie now go all the way to the White House.   Trump’s Election Plans Meets Resistance Reporters peppered President Trump with questions regarding his call to nationalize elections, which comes as the GOP-led Senate prepares their own version of a voter registration bill.  Bob Brown reports that the top Republican in the Senate is against the president’s plan.   US Shoots Down Iranian Drone Despite a planned meeting on Friday between the United States and Iran over their nuclear program, tensions ratcheted up after the US military was forced to shoot down an Iranian drone that was getting dangerously close to the American fleet in international waters off Iran.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Jill Biden’s Ex-Husband Charged The first husband of former first lady Jill Biden has been charged with killing his wife at their Delaware home.   Flag Bearers A trailblazing American skater and an Army-enlisted bobsledder have been selected as the Winter Olympic American flag bearers.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Trump Talks Spending & More President Trump signed a $1.2 trillion dollar funding package to end the partial government shutdown on Tuesday.  It was a compromise struck between Senate Democrats and the White House that would fund roughly 97-percent of the federal government through the end of September, and then the president spoke to the media covering a number of topics.  Correspondent Joan Jones has more.   Pirro Walks Back Gun Comments Jeannine Pirro is walking back comments she made threatening jail time for people who travel into Washington, DC with firearms.  Sue Aller reports the US Attorney has come under fire from a key support base of President Trump.   Epstein Files UK Fallout The fallout over the release of the Epstein files in America is having a devastating impact in the UK.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports the charity founded by Sarah Ferguson is shutting down after release of Epstein emails with the former duchess, and a top politician is also handing in his resignation.    Judge Rules On Portland Protests A judge has ordered federal agents to stop firing tear gas and other crowd-control weapons at protesters and journalists who regularly gather outside an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Portland, Oregon.   Alleged Kirk Shooter’s Demands Lawyers for the alleged shooter of Charlie Kirk were back in a Utah court, making several demands including having the prosecutors removed from the case.  The details from correspondent Lisa Dwyer.   Changes At Disney There’s a changing of the guard at the House of Mouse.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that the head of Disney Parks will be named Disney’s new CEO.   Finally    It’s never just the game at the Super Bowl.  Along with the halftime show, Entertainment Reporter Kevin Carr says the big draw is also what will be advertised on Super Bowl Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningGovernment Shutdown Vote Today President Trump is urging the U-S House of Representatives to pass a funding package to end the partial government shutdown, but there’s still no guarantees that a scheduled vote for today will get over the finish line with questions being raised by both Democrats and some Republicans.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports a potential holdup surrounds money for Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.   Bodycams For ICE Good police policy or just smart politics - Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s new order for federal agents in Minnesota has drawn both positive and negative reactions.  That, and more developments in Minneapolis from correspondent Rich Johnson.  Clintons Agree To Testify Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to appear for in-person depositions in Washington, DC, in the congressional Jeffrey Epstein probe.   America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has details.   Latest On Guthrie Disappearance Arizona authorities are continuing their search for NBC 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's missing 84-year-old mother.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that police are now investigating her disappearance as a kidnapping.   Virginia Trial Ends A sensation trial in Virginia ended with guilty verdicts for a man accused of killing his wife and having an affair with their au pair.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   DHS & Government Shutdown A big reason we started the month with a government shutdown was due to the situation in Minneapolis, as Democrats and some Republicans were demanding reforms to ICE and federal officers, specifically in how they conduct themselves.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on a big shift for Homeland Security officers, who will now wear body cameras, a point that House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, speaking on Fox News, said needed to be done.   Texas Election Aftermath There’s fallout in the Lone Star State as Democrats are hopeful that the tide is turning among Texans who historically vote Republican. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports a Democrat will head to Washington, narrowing even further the razor-thin House GOP majority, and the Texas State Senate will get a Democrat in a district that President Trump won by double-digits just 14 months ago.   Still Digging Out Winter weather has devastated parts of the South, including snow in Tampa, snow and ice in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and blizzard conditions that wreaked havoc in North Carolina, and the cleanup could take a long time.  Correspondent Joan Jones in Nashville, Tennessee with the latest there, where many people are still without power, heat, and internet from a winter storm over one week ago.   Trump Wants Nationalized Voting President Donald Trump said Monday that Republican lawmakers should nationalize voting.  US & Iran To Meet There’s saber-rattling coming out of Iran after the Ayatollah said any action by the United States against the Islamic Republic would lead to what he called a regional war.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports this comes despite the Trump administration announcing that the US and Iran would hold nuclear talks on Friday.   Hazing Death Three college students in Arizona, all members of a fraternity, are under arrest after what police are describing as a hazing death of an 18-year-old.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Finally  There was more politics than usual in the annual Grammy Awards, which caught the ire of President Trump who threatened a lawsuit against the music show’s host.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningGovernment Shutdown In Effect With Friday's midnight deadline for the government to pass a spending bill for fiscal year 2026 come and gone, there is a partial shutdown in effect, but lawmakers believe it won't last long.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   East Coast Bomb Cyclone It was a weekend many in the Southeast will soon not forget.  Snowbirds in Florida are dealing with temperatures below freezing, falling iguanas, and snow in Tampa as well as South Carolina’s Myrtle Beach.  But North Carolina seemed to get the worst of a bomb cyclone that dumped record amounts of snow, with over 1,000 accidents, and a blizzard in the Outer Banks.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   ICE Releases Father & Son The father and a five-year-old boy arrested by immigration in Minneapolis and detained at an ICE facility in Texas has been released.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   Democrats Prevail In Texas Elections President Trump is distancing himself from State Republican candidates in Texas after a pair of wins by Democrats over the weekend.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Melania Box Office Success It may have been panned by many critics, but that didn’t stop the film about the First Lady becoming a top movie at the box office.    DC Indy Race Rush hour travel through Washington, DC can be tough enough, but both the White House and the local government in the Nation’s Capital are both firmly behind plans to host an Indy-Car race on the streets near the White House.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Epstein Files Issues The Trump Administration is releasing new files on convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and says the review is over, despite continuing questions.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Lemon Speaks Out Former CNN anchor Don Lemon says he'll fight the charges after being arrested in connection with a protest at a church in Minnesota.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports the arrests of Lemon and several other journalists is reverberating all the way to the US Capitol.   Utah Town’s Transformation A Utah town once controlled by a polygamous sect has emerged transformed after court supervision.  Correspondent Walter Ratliff reports.   Trump-Kennedy Center Renovations President Trump announced on Sunday that the Trump-Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will close for roughly two years to allow for extensive renovations.   Jails Director Once Incarcerated New York City has a new director for its jail system.  Katie Clark reports that the choice of Stanley Richards is a historic one, as he was also once an inmate, after serving time for robbery in the 1980’s.   Finally   Music’s biggest night had a few surprises and also dabbled a bit into politics.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has a recap of the 2026 Grammy Awards.   Correspondent Julie Walker reports Punxsutawney Phil prepares to issue his Groundhog Day weather verdict from Gobbler's Knob, Pennsylvania. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningGovernment Shutdown Deal In The Works Lots of drama on Capitol Hill Thursday that ended with a bipartisan agreement on how to keep MOST of the federal government funded for the rest of the fiscal year.  Correspondent Rich Johnson has more on the impasse that turned into an agreement.  Drawdown Proposed For Minneapolis In his first press conference since taking over as President Trump's point person on immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, White House border czar Tom Homan says they are working on a gradual drawdown of officers in Minnesota.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Charges Filed In Omar Attack Charges have now been filed and the FBI is investigating the attack against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar at a Minneapolis Town Hall.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   Latest On Georgia 2020 Election Probe Officials with the Fulton County, Georgia Elections Department says it's unclear as to why the FBI executed a search warrant and seized records tied to the 20-20 Presidential election.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Deputy Learns His Fate An ex-Illinois sheriff’s deputy who shot and killed a woman in her own home is heading to prison.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   With Barron’s Help A man from Russia who attacked a woman in London was apprehended, thanks to a call from the United States that came from the youngest son of President Trump.  Correspondent Karen Chammas explains.   Senate Has Deal On Averting Shutdown On Thursday morning, the talk on Capitol Hill was that a government shutdown was inevitable, however, by Thursday evening, enough progress was made that Senate Democrats said they have struck an agreement to move forward with a package of bills to avert a partial closure of the government.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that both sides are moving back from the cliff after Democrats first blocked the funding package, but the clock is still ticking.   Cost Of ICE One reason that both Democrats and Republicans are looking closer at ICE deployments is the overall cost.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on what President Donald Trump’s deployment of federal troops to U.S. cities is costing the taxpayer, and comes as Senator Susan Collins says in her state of Maine, ICE is ending large-scale operations.   Weekend Weather Worries A major winter storm is expected this weekend for areas still digging out from last weekend’s ice and snow event.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   He Tried To Free Luigi A man was charged Thursday with impersonating an FBI agent after he showed up at a federal prison in New York City, attempting to release Luigi Mangione from jail.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani has details.  Klobuchar For Governor Senator Amy Klobuchar has made it official, becoming both the Democrat candidate and frontrunner to replace Tim Walz as governor of Minnesota in the November election.  Correspondent Marissa Duhaney reports.   Trump Sues US Government President Trump has announced he’s suing two government agencies for $10 billion dollars, alleging that they failed to take necessary steps to prevent a former IRS employee from improperly disclosing his tax returns.    Tech News Elon Musk is behind a merger that could create a mega-tech monster.  Chuck Palm has this story today in his new segment, the New Old Tech Guy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningLatest In Minneapolis Two border patrol agents who fired their weapons in the fatal shooting of Minneapolis ICE protester Alex Pretti last Saturday have been put on administrative leave as new video shows Pretti getting into an altercation with ICE officials 11 days prior to his death.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Government Shutdown Likely It’s looking more and more like another government shutdown will happen as the Senate grapples with funding for the Department of Homeland Security, and Democrats are demanding some reforms following the incidents involving ICE in Minneapolis.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the status of budget negotiations.   FBI Investigating Omar Attack The FBI is taking the lead in the investigation after a man was arrested for spraying a liquid on Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar during a Minneapolis town hall.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   Trump’s Warning To Iran President Trump has a stern warning for Iran, as a massive military fleet has sailed into the Indian Ocean.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Two Trials For Mangione In New York, prosecutors are seeking a July trial in Luigi Mangione’s state murder case, with his federal trial slated for fall.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   FBI Investigating Georgia 2020 Election The FBI has opening an investigation into a Georgia election office regarding the 2020 presidential election.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   No FED Rate Cut The Federal Reserve says it is keeping its benchmark interest rate as-is, after three cuts last year, and despite objections from President Trump.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Rubio Faces Senate Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified Wednesday before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee discussing a number of topics, including the administration’s actions involving Venezuela.  Bob Brown reports that Rubio was also questioned on President Trump’s plans for Greenland, Cuba, and Iran.   Trump Accounts The Trump Administration is hyping the launch of "Trump Accounts for Kids."  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on the plan, and a famous rapper who’s backing it.   Protests & Questions At Two ICE Facilities There were protests in Texas at an ICE facility south of San Antonio where a 5-year-old is being detained, which led to several people being arrested in clashes with federal agents.  At another detention center, this on one the grounds of Fort Bliss outside of El Paso, questions are being raised after a Cuban migrant was found dead.  Lisa Dwyer reports on 911 calls that were made and what the autopsy report showed in the death of the ICE detainee.  Noem On The Hot Seat There are now bipartisan calls for President Trump to remove Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   War Casualties Rising It will soon be four years since Russia amassed an army to invade Ukraine, and a new report shows staggering casualty figures on both sides in numbers not seen since World War II.  Correspondent Laurence Brooks reports.   Finally   Stephen Colbert is looking ahead to his final episode for his late-night talk show.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump’s Talk On Minneapolis In a series of interviews and public statements, President Trump called the shooting death of ICE protester Alex Pretti unfortunate, but resisted calling Border Czar Tom Homan's presence in Minnesota as a repudiation of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Deaths Increase From America’s Arctic Blast Millions continue to dig out from weekend snow, and thousands are still without power in several states following the Arctic blast that will soon reach down as far as New Orleans and Miami.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports the death toll is surpassing 4 dozen people in places hit by winter weather, including some found frozen to death on the streets of New York City.   Arizona Border Patrol Shooting Authorities in Arizona are investigating after a man was shot and critically wounded in a shooting involving a US Border Patrol agent in an area adjacent to the US-Mexico border.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Arrests In Attempted Murder Of Indiana Judge There are now shocking allegations into the ongoing investigation in the attempted assassination of an Indiana judge at his home.  As Lisa Dwyer reports, a motorcycle street gang was involved.   ICE To Olympics It won’t just be the athletes from the United States heading to Italy next month for the Winter Olympics.  Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will also be heading to Milan for security measures, a move that has angered Italians who do not want American ICE officers helping with Olympic security.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   France Social Media Ban A new law passed by France’s Parliament will create both a ban on social media for all kids under 15, and keep cellphones out of the classroom.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports.   Latest In Minneapolis President Trump dispatched Border Czar Tom Homan to Minneapolis and reassigned both Greg Bovino and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to the Southern border following the deadly shooting of an ICU Nurse by immigration officers this past weekend.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that President Trump says he wants to let investigations into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti play out.   Getting Even Colder By the weekend, temperatures will be in the 20’s in New Orleans and 30’s in Miami as America is inundated by an Arctic blast keeping wind chills below zero in a number of states, and the snow on the ground becoming solid ice.  The death toll in this winter blast that is impacting much of the country is rising.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    NTSB Report On DC Plane Crash One year to the week that a passenger jet and a military helicopter collided just yards away from Washington Reagan Airport, the NTSB is pointing blame at failures in the system.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on what the NTSB says was clearly a crash that was avoidable.   Ilhan Omar Attacked There was chaos at a Minneapolis town hall hosted by Congresswoman Ilhan Omar when a man lunged at the Democrat and tried to spray her with an unknown substance.   Alexander Trial Begins They were defined as predators masquerading as party boys.  Sue Aller reports on the beginning of the trial against two brothers and a third man accused of being real estate brokers involved in sex trafficking.   Yale Changes Tuition Policy The Ivy League school announced that starting in the fall 2026, students from households earning up to $200,000 dollars can attend tuition-free.  T Finally   Every second counts when it comes to the Doomsday Clock.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports that the scientists measuring the closest point to catastrophe now say we are closer than ever, and artificial intelligence isn’t helping matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningLeadership Shakeup With Homan To Minneapolis In the wake of the shooting death of protester Alex Pretti by immigration enforcement officers Saturday, the White House says there will be new leadership overseeing those operations in Minneapolis.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   America’s Severe Arctic Blast Some parts of the United States are seeing some relief to the catastrophic cold that prompted emergency advisories in more than two dozen states while others remain in a deep-freeze.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports at least 17 people have died in the winter blast.   Seven Dead In Maine Plane Crash Seven people are dead in Bangor, Maine after a private jet attempting to take off on Sunday evening crashed as the snow was beginning to fall.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports – audio courtesy of Broadcastify.    Wedding’s Court Appearance He went from an Olympic snowboard hero in Canada to becoming a top drug kingpin finding himself on the FBI’s Most Wanted list.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports on the dramatic arrest and the first US court appearance of Ryan Wedding.   Trump Says Iran Ready For A Deal President Trump says Iran wants to make a deal.  Speaking exclusively with Axios, the president says that because he has sent a carrier strike group into the area, that Tehran is ready to come to the table.   Bravery Finally Rewarded Eight decades after they lost their lives fighting for the United States against Japan and Germany, a group of Japanese-American soldiers have been given a posthumous promotion.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Democrats Considering Noem Impeachment There's a growing call for the impeachment of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem from a majority of House Democrats. Correspondent Joan Jones reports it comes after the death of a second Minnesota protester, and questions from both Democrats and Republicans about the mission of ICE in Minneapolis.   Gun Groups Angry About Minneapolis Some gun rights groups are pushing back against the Trump administration's response to the shooting of an armed protester legally carrying a handgun by ICE agents in Minneapolis over the weekend. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports Second Amendment rights advocates were taken aback by comments made by FBI Director Kash Patel, as well as the leadership of DHS.   Latest In The Middle East In the Gaza Strip, the Israeli military has found and recovered the body of the last remaining hostage taken by Hamas on October 7 two years ago.  As correspondent Laurence Brooks reports, the retrieval of Ran Gvili will now allow for Phase 2 of the US-led Gaza peace plan to begin.  Trump Raising South Korea Tariffs President Trump announced he’s increasing tariffs on products coming into the country from South Korea because of a delay in that country’s legislature approving the trade deal reached with the US last summer.   Flight Delays Continue It’s not expected to be as bad as the past two days, but there will still be more flight delays to sort through following the Arctic storm that caused emergencies in 25 states.    Dudley Announces Governor’s Run If he wins, he would clearly become the tallest governor in the nation.  Former Portland Trail Blazer center Chris Dudley has launched a second attempt to run for governor of Oregon as a Republican.    Finally   A popular rapper and fashion mogul took out a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal to denounce years of his behavior, which included using anti-Semitic imagery and describing himself as a Nazi.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the latest on the mea-culpa of Kanye West.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningAnother Protester Death In Minneapolis Sparking Outrage Cell phone video over the weekend captured border patrol officers shooting 37-year-old Alex Pretti on the streets of Minneapolis as he protested ICE's presence by recording their actions on his cell phone.  John Stolnis has the reaction from Washington.   America’s Severe Arctic Blast Half of all American states have issued emergency declarations as a massive winter blast is bringing dangerous conditions from New Mexico to New England, where some in the Northeast received 2 feet of show, and a number of Southern states are iced over.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Trump Threatens Canada With Tariffs More trade troubles could be on the horizon as President Trump is threatening 100% tariffs on goods from Canada over their recent trade deal with China.  The details from correspondent Donna Warder.   Maine Plane Crash The FAA is reporting that a private jet carrying eight people crashed on takeoff from Bangor, Maine, Sunday evening.  Former NFL Player Killed Police in Los Angeles are investigating after a former professional football player was found stabbed to death in a homeless encampment.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   March For Life The annual anti-abortion March for Life was held in the Nation’s Capital, this year highlighted by a speech from Vice President JD Vance.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Travel Troubles The winter storm that has wreaked havoc on 35 states and impacted well over 200 million Americans is also causing air travel trouble both domestic and international.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Latest In Minneapolis Despite wind chills below zero, protesters are gathering in Minneapolis following the death of Alex Pretti while being subdued by members of Immigration.  As correspondent Donna Warder reports, the father of Pretti is searching for answers after his son is killed during a protest against ICE, and additional videos being released of the confrontation are raising more questions.   Trump Softens NATO Comments British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has responded harshly to President Trump downplaying NATO actions in Afghanistan.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Senate Digging In On DHS Budget The government is set to run out of money again by the end of the week, and while some appropriations have been voted on and cleared, a partial shutdown is still likely, and it has to do with funding for Homeland Security.  Katie Clark reports.   New Leader For Columbia U Columbia University has chosen Jennifer Mnookin, the chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, as its next president.  Finally   The weather nationwide played a factor at the box office with slow ticket sales.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningAmerica’s Arctic Blast More than half of America is preparing for what is being described as a historic winter blast including record-breaking extreme cold, ice and heavy snow, and expected disruptions to power and travel in 35 states.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Jack Smith Testifies President Trump is calling for former special prosecutor Jack Smith to be prosecuted after his testimony Thursday before the House Judiciary Committee, after Smith testified that Trump engaged in what he called “criminal activity.”  Correspondent Joan Jones has details.   Vance In Minneapolis As unrest continues in Minneapolis over the presence of ICE agents, Vice President JD Vance traveled to Minnesota to address the issues, saying the US military right now isn’t necessary.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   From School Superintendent To Prison The former superintendent of Iowa’s largest school district pleaded guilty Thursday, and admitted to falsely claiming to be a U.S. citizen on a federal form and illegally possessing firearms.    ICE In Maine The state of Maine appears to be the latest target of the Trump administration's immigration operations.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.   Fired Coach Wants His Job Back A fired prominent college football coach is seeking to have serious charges against him dismissed.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Dangerous Winter Weather As many as 35 states will be below freezing for days as expected winter weather, which brings chances for ice, rain, and feet of snow will impact two-thirds of the US population.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports many states have already declared statewide emergencies and are preparing for the worst, most of America’s air travel will be impacted, and as states in the usually warm Deep South are setting up heating centers, wind chills in the Northern Plains could reach as low as minus 50 degrees.   Latest In Minneapolis  Vice President JD Vance visited Minneapolis on Thursday for a roundtable with local leaders and federal law enforcement in the state carrying out immigration raids.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington. Board Of Peace Ceremony President Trump was surrounded by world leaders as he signed the document proclaiming the Board of Peace for the Gaza Strip.  As correspondent Donna Warder reports, a number of European heads of state were not named to the board, mostly because Vladimir Putin was invited to join, which is declaring an ambitious agenda for what it is calling “New Gaza.”   Reaction To Uvalde Acquittal In Texas, there’s outrage from the families of the victims of the Robb Elementary massacre after a former Uvalde schools officer was acquitted of charges over the police response.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.   Homicide Rates Dropping There have been steep declines in the homicide rates in many U.S. cities. Correspondent Mike Hempen has details.   Finally   It was a record-breaking day for the Academy Awards, as one movie garnered a historic number of Oscar nominations.  Lisa Dwyer reports that an original screenplay beat out all the others in Oscars' nods this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump Announces Greenland Deal President Trump went to Davos, Switzerland for the World Economic Forum Wednesday, where he says he struck a deal involving Greenland, and backed off on the European tariffs he threatened just days before. John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Winter Storm Threatens Much Of US A massive winter storm stretching from Texas to the Carolinas and up to the Northeast will impact 35 states and more than half of the American population by this weekend.  Bob Brown reports airlines and power companies are preparing for the worst with a combination of ice, heavy snow, and Arctic temperatures.   House Committee Votes Contempt Charges Against Clintons A Republican-led congressional committee moves to send contempt charges against Bill and Hillary Clinton for a full House vote.  America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has the details which includes overwhelming Democrat’s approval.    Emmanuel Wants Age Restrictions Rahm Emmanuel wants to institute a mandatory retirement age of 75 for the president and across branches of government.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Teenager’s Guilty Plea The North Carolina teenager who killed his brother and gunned down four neighbors in 2022 has pleaded guilty to the slayings, just a week before his trial was to begin.    Tafoya For Senate From the football stadium sidelines to a seat in Congress.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on a former NFL TV reporter announcing her candidacy for the U.S. Senate.   Not Guilty In Uvalde Verdict Just hours after being handed to the jury, a former Uvalde, Texas school Police Officer is acquitted of the charges against him.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   SCOTUS Hears Cook Case The Supreme Court seems inclined to keep Lisa Cook on the Federal Reserve Board, despite President Trump's attempt to fire her.  Lisa Dwyer has details.   Trump’s Day In Davos In a surprising reversal, President Trump has backed off his planned tariffs on some European allies over his position on Greenland.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this comes as he announces the framework on a deal involving NATO.    Air Force One Issue President Trump’s trip to Davos, Switzerland didn’t go off exactly as planned.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on an electrical problem with Air Force One shortly after takeoff that forced the plane back to Washington, DC. I CE’s New Guidance There’s new guidance being rolled out for ICE officers, from information leaked in a whistleblower disclosure.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports this comes as Maine is the latest state to see ICE launch operations.   Musk & Ryanair Donald Trump once owned an airline, and now Elon Musk wants to as well, but the Irish corporate boss of a European budget carrier has other ideas.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports.   Finally   You can only imagine what Nathan Handwerker would be thinking if he knew the $300 dollars he used from his life savings to start a hot dog stand in Coney Island in 1916 would be worth today.  Correspondent Marissa Duhaney reports on the sale of an iconic American hotdog brand – to a Chinese-owned pork producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump Press Briefing It was one year ago President Trump was officially sworn in for a second term as President and on Tuesday, he made a rare appearance in the White House briefing room to praise the work done by his administration in the first year of Trump 2.0.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Trump’s Plane Problem On The Way To Davos President Trump is arriving in Davos, Switzerland for the World Economic Forum later than planned after Air Force One had to turn around and go back to the US due to what was described as an electrical issue on the plane.  When he does arrive there, some European leaders along with Canada’s Prime Minister will be waiting for him with concern over his threats to annex Greenland, and uneasiness over increasing tariffs raised by the US against nations that have backed Denmark.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   DOJ Issues Minneapolis Subpoenas The Justice Department is handing out grand jury subpoenas in Minnesota as ICE continues to make apprehensions, in a probe Democrats are calling a bullying tactic.  Jennifer King reports.   Ten Commandments To Court A US Court of Appeals is weighing arguments over Louisiana's controversial Ten Commandments law.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Halligan Is Out Attorney General Pam Bondi said Tuesday night that Lindsey Halligan is leaving her post as a federal prosecutor in Virginia.  The announcement comes the same day that a federal judge barred Halligan from what he called her “masquerading” as a prosecutor.  Baseball Hall Of Fame For another year it wasn’t Mark McGwire, Alex Rodriguez or Roger Clemens that reached immortality.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports on the two former star outfielders who were elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown.   Congress Works On Budget While the political world is paying close attention to global issues involving the United States, lawmakers on Capitol Hill are focused on legislation that would keep the government open beyond the end of this month.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Letlow Announces Primary Challenge After receiving an endorsement from President Trump despite not being a candidate, Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow announced she will take on fellow Republican Bill Cassidy for his US Senate seat.  Sue Aller has details.  New Jersey’s New Governor New Jersey has a new governor.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the swearing in of Mikie Sherrill to lead the Garden State.   Usha Vance Expecting And baby makes four - Correspondent Mike Pesoli reports there's a new arrival in the Vice President's future.   Finally   Actor Timothy Busfield had his pre-trial hearing in New Mexico.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr reports that Busfield will be released pending his trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningLatest In Minneapolis    Tensions remain high in Minneapolis as President Trump is still not ruling out sending in the American military and invoking the Insurrection Act, while people are denouncing ICE on the streets but are fearful of what could happen next.  Steve Futterman reports. Trump’s Nobel Message Over Greenland President Trump’s talk about taking control of Greenland has taken a turn in a very different direction, and it has to do with Norway and the Nobel Peace Prize.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports the president will take his plans for Greenland directly to Europe as he is scheduled to speak in Switzerland at the Economic Forum this week.   Powell Plans SCOTUS Trip In an unusual move, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell says he will be attending a Supreme Court hearing on Fed Governor Lisa Cook’s lawsuit against President Trump.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Shapiro’s New Book Is the Governor of Pennsylvania an Israeli agent?  Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is opening up about being considered a potential running mate in Kamala Harris’ bid for the Presidency in 2024.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Louisiana Senate GOP Primary The president endorsed a potential primary challenger to Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, creating a primary in the Pelican State by encouraging Congresswoman Julia Letlow to run for the seat held by Cassidy.  Iranian Hack News has leaked out of Iran that hackers have disrupted Iranian television to air footage supporting the exiled crown prince.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports this comes as internet services remain cut in the Islamic Republic, and the number of anti-government protesters that have died is in the thousands.   100 Vehicle Michigan Pileup The blinding snow and ice that blanketed Michigan led to a 100-vehicle pileup on an interstate highway.  That was one of many crashes fueled by blizzard conditions around the Great Lakes that spread to other states.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Yanked 60 Minutes Segment Airs A controversial report on the CBS news program 60 Minutes that was yanked from the show one month ago aired with little notice this past Sunday.  Correspondent Dave Bauder explains the controversy over the “Inside CECOT” segment.   Latest On Greenland With Donald Trump continuing to ramp up pressure in his bid to annex Greenland, Denmark on Monday boosted its military presence on the Arctic island, announcing Danish combat soldiers will now be stationed on the island and could be there for as long as 2 years, joining armed forces from the UK, France, and several other European countries that are holding joint military training exercises there now.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   EU Reaction To Greenland Tariffs A number of European nations did not take kindly to President Trump’s plan to raise tariffs on EU nations that don’t back his plans to take over Greenland.  Correspondent Charles deLedesma reports.  Indiana Judge Shot A manhunt is underway as state and local police in Indiana investigate after a judge and his wife were injured in a shooting.  Sports – Robert Workman  College Football & more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningInsurrection Act Possible For Minneapolis Protests over ICE's presence in Minnesota continued over the weekend as lawmakers took to the Sunday shows to defend or criticize their actions.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Europeans Uniting Over Greenland European leaders are responding to potential tariffs by the United States on E-U countries that don't agree with President Trump's plan to acquire Greenland.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   NYC’s Nurses Strike Enters Week Two Striking New York nurses entering their second week have resumed contract talks with one of the city's major hospital systems. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports the nation’s largest city has 15 thousand nurses on the picket lines.   The Billion Dollar Board Several more countries say the U.S. has invited them to join President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” for Gaza.   Correspondent Donna Warder reports that joining that group also comes at a price.   Iran’s Protest Death Toll In The Thousands For the first time, Iran’s ruling government has publicly stated that the death toll from nationwide protests against the Ayatollah’s regime is in the thousands.    Fate Of Independence Day Drunk Driver A New York man learned his fate after being found guilty of killing four people while driving drunk.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Army Preps For Minneapolis As the governor of Minnesota has his state’s national guard on standby to keep the peace in the state’s largest city, the Pentagon is readying 15 hundred active-duty soldiers from Alaska’s 11th Airborne Division for possible deployment to Minneapolis after President Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act in response to unrest.  As correspondent Julie Walker reports, the Minneapolis mayor is demanding the federal government not escalate the situation, while DHS wants to protect ICE agents from possible retaliation.   Day One For Spanberger In her first acts as Virginia’s first female Governor, Abigail Spanberger signed ten executive orders – including one that ends state cooperation with ICE.  More on the Governor’s first day from Correspondent Rich Johnson.   Latest On Charlie Kirk Case Lawyers for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk spent last Friday pushing for prosecutors to be pulled from the case over what they allege is a conflict of interest.  Ed Donahue reports the back-and-forth between the prosecution and defense in the case will continue to play out in a Utah courtroom.   Noem Takes On CBS DHS Secretary Kristi Noem went after CBS News host Margaret Brennan on Sunday for naming the ICE agent who fatally shot Renee Good in Minneapolis this month.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.  Finally   Fans gathered in San Francisco to say goodbye to Grateful Dead guitarist Bobby Weir.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices