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A family outing on New York Harbor turned tragic when a boat carrying 14 people capsized near the Statue of Liberty, killing a Queens mother and her five-month-old daughter. The boat’s captain now faces more than a dozen criminal charges as investigators examine whether the vessel was dangerously overloaded and what caused it to flip. Plus, ICE says more than 1,200 people were arrested during a sweeping immigration enforcement operation across the Atlanta area. Federal officials say hundreds of those arrested had criminal charges or convictions and promise similar operations will continue nationwide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mitch McConnell has left a rehabilitation facility and returned home as he continues recovering from the health scare that has kept him away from the Senate for nearly two months. The former Senate majority leader says he will continue intensive physical therapy while remaining engaged in Senate business during the final months of his historic career. Also, a New York Post investigation is raising new questions about New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s leadership style, with political insiders alleging his private approach differs sharply from his polished public image. Supporters defend the mayor as thoughtful and collaborative, while critics describe a leader who reacts quickly to negative coverage and public criticism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Olympic champion Alysa Liu’s family has unexpectedly become part of the national debate over transgender athletes after reports that her transgender sibling is competing in girls’ high school sports in California. The controversy highlights one of the country’s most politically and culturally divisive issues as states continue to take sharply different approaches. A progressive victory in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary is fueling new questions about where the Democratic Party is headed ahead of the midterms and the 2028 presidential race. Abdul El-Sayed’s upset win over a more moderate rival marks a major victory for the party’s left wing in one of the nation’s most important swing states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Wisconsin Socialist Democrat candidate for governor is facing renewed scrutiny after declining to directly answer whether she still believes Thanksgiving should be canceled over its historical ties to colonialism. Her latest comments are fueling fresh debate as old social media posts criticizing several major holidays resurface. Also, the armed Good Samaritan credited with helping stop the deadly Idaho In-N-Out shooting is sharing the split-second decision that police say helped save countless lives. He says the gunman’s confidence disappeared the moment someone fired back, giving terrified customers a chance to escape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio Congressman Max Miller has released secretly recorded conversations with his ex-wife as he fights back against explosive abuse allegations that continue to cloud his re-election campaign. The recordings add new context to the accusations while raising fresh questions about what happened behind closed doors. Also, a newly uncovered letter tied to the investigation into Kurt Cobain’s death is fueling renewed debate more than 30 years after the Nirvana frontman’s death. The document reveals an effort to obtain the complete investigative file after the case was closed, adding another chapter to one of rock’s most enduring mysteries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A bombshell report is raising new questions about the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, alleging critical evidence was overlooked during the first hours after she vanished. Investigators now believe blood initially dismissed at the scene belonged to Guthrie, fueling concerns that early missteps may have altered the course of the case. Also, Ohio Congressman Max Miller is facing explosive abuse allegations from his ex-wife as her father, Senator Bernie Moreno, publicly calls on his former son-in-law to resign from Congress. Miller denies the allegations, setting the stage for a legal and political battle that continues to intensify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fallout from Dr. Anthony Fauci’s explosive Senate hearing is intensifying after the former NIH director was overheard venting about the proceedings while Republicans press ahead with contempt efforts. Also, a new study finds American presidents are using profanity more than ever before, with President Trump and former President Biden accounting for most of the documented cases over the past century. Researchers say the trend may reflect a broader shift in modern political communication. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment during a contentious Senate hearing, refusing to answer questions about the pandemic, gain-of-function research, and other controversies. Republicans are now moving toward a vote that could hold the former NIH director in contempt of Congress. Also, the mayor of St. Paul, Minnesota, is under investigation after a series of text messages to city employees prompted a sexual harassment complaint. The allegations have sparked political fallout just months into her first term. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New investigative findings reveal Nolan Wells had been drinking heavily before disappearing on a remote Mississippi island and may have stayed behind with an unknown woman. The new witness accounts deepen the mystery surrounding the 18-year-old’s death as his official cause of death remains undetermined. Also, newly released bodycam footage captures the harrowing moments officers discovered the four University of Idaho students murdered by Bryan Kohberger. The video comes just days after Kohberger claimed he was misled into pleading guilty and is now seeking to undo his conviction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan Kohberger now says he’s innocent and is trying to withdraw the guilty plea that spared him the death penalty for the murders of four University of Idaho students. The move could reopen one of the country’s most closely watched murder cases if a judge allows the plea to be withdrawn. Also, a new bill in Congress would strip federal funding from police departments that use high-tech cameras capable of tracking vehicles beyond their license plates. The proposal is fueling a national debate over privacy, surveillance, and public safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A tiny piece of space debris no bigger than a grain of salt punched a hole in the International Space Station. The incident highlights a growing problem orbiting above our heads. With more than 33,000 tracked objects and an estimated 100 million smaller pieces of debris circling Earth, a new industry is emerging to clean up space before it threatens satellites, astronauts, and the future of the space economy. New York Post financial correspondent Lydia Moynihan explains who’s building the business of orbital cleanup, who will pay for it, and why it could become one of the next major investment frontiers. Plus, what removing space junk means for life, and business, here on Earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A New Jersey family is mourning the deaths of two young siblings after a boating trip ended in a collision with a channel marker in Barnegat Bay. Investigators are working to determine what caused the crash that threw both children into the water. The Secret Service is also warning that threats against President Trump and other protected officials have reached unprecedented levels. Ahead of the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner, the agency says it has already opened roughly 10,000 threat investigations this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A dispute over a $65 parking contract allegedly ended with an Ethiopian migrant opening fire inside a Minnesota apartment complex, killing three employees. Authorities say the suspect was later arrested about 200 miles away while driving one of the victims’ cars. The mystery surrounding the death of college football player Nolan Wells is also deepening after an independent autopsy failed to determine his cause or manner of death. His family is still seeking answers about what happened during a Fourth of July trip to a Mississippi island. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five people, including two married couples, drowned in Ohio’s Scioto River after rushing into the water to save a struggling swimmer. The failed rescue attempt has left young children without their parents as investigators examine the dangerously high river conditions. The Trump administration is freezing more than $1 billion in Medicaid funding to California and Minnesota while federal officials review potentially fraudulent claims. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the money will remain on hold until both states prove the taxpayer funds were spent lawfully. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force is investigating whether an attack outside a federal building in Lower Manhattan was politically motivated after a man allegedly set a fire and threatened people with airsoft rifles. The building houses immigration courts, an ICE field office, and several other federal agencies. President Trump is also promising Iran will pay “many times over” after American service members were killed in the escalating conflict. The United States launched a tenth consecutive night of airstrikes as Qatar works to broker a temporary cease-fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win its second World Cup title, with President Trump helping present the trophy after attending the final. Trump also suggested the United States could seek to host another World Cup in the future. Meanwhile, the war between the United States and Iran escalated after Iranian attacks killed American service members in the region. The U.S. responded with new airstrikes as Tehran claimed a nuclear power plant was hit and threatened further retaliation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump addressed the nation, unveiling newly declassified documents he says expose major vulnerabilities in America’s election system, including allegations involving China and non-citizen voter registrations. Also, health officials are investigating a multi-state Cyclospora outbreak after many sickened patients reported eating at Taco Bell before becoming ill. Doctors say the parasitic infection can cause weeks of severe gastrointestinal illness, while Taco Bell has voluntarily removed some fresh ingredients as the investigation continues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Canadian woman accused of slapping a teenager over pro-Trump clothing is now in ICE custody at the very detention center her husband has spent months publicly criticizing. The unusual case has drawn fresh attention to Delaney Hall in Newark as the woman’s immigration and criminal cases move forward. Also, the Pentagon is adding annual testosterone screenings for service members over 30 as part of routine physicals. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the new program is designed to improve military readiness, long-term health, and battlefield performance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, the hero pilot behind the “Miracle on the Hudson,” has revealed he has been diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease and says he’s sharing his journey to help other families facing the illness. The retired airline captain says the diagnosis won’t stop him from continuing a lifetime of service and advocacy. Also, the war between the United States and Iran is intensifying again after fresh missile, drone, and shipping attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has dropped his proposed transit fee for commercial ships but says U.S. naval escorts and military operations in the region will continue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lindsey Graham’s sister is tapped to replace her brother - for now. What will happen to the legislative priorities he was working on, like Russian sanctions and Saudi/Israeli relations? Also, the cost of prosecutingTyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk, is expected to exceed $10 million before the case is over. Legal experts say taxpayers could be footing the bill for one of the most expensive capital murder prosecutions in Utah history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Republicans are racing to fill Senator Lindsey Graham’s seat after his sudden death, with a temporary appointment looming and a high-profile special election already taking shape. Potential candidates are emerging as South Carolina prepares for one of the most consequential Senate races in years. A new documentary claims to reveal previously unseen evidence that supporters say raises new questions about Scott Peterson’s conviction in the murder of his pregnant wife, Laci, more than two decades after the case captivated the nation. The series revisits forensic evidence, witness accounts, and alternate theories surrounding one of America’s most infamous murder cases.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New evidence emerged in the Charlie Kirk murder case as prosecutors revealed new text messages and testimony from Lance Twiggs, the former partner of accused gunman Tyler Robinson, during a pivotal preliminary hearing. Also, investigators in Ireland are searching for a man they describe as a person of significant interest after an American mother was found beaten to death, with authorities fearing the suspect has already fled the country. The victim’s family is now seeking answers as the international manhunt expands. Those are the top stories leading today’s New York Postcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says diplomacy with Iran is over, ordering new U.S. strikes after declaring the peace negotiations dead following the collapse of the ceasefire. The latest military action marks a dramatic shift from weeks of back-and-forth negotiations and raises new questions about what comes next in the conflict. Also, the family of 18-year-old Nolan Wells has hired high-profile attorney Ben Crump after the football player’s body was found days after a Fourth of July boating trip in Mississippi. Investigators are reviewing new evidence as his family searches for answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maine Democrats are scrambling after embattled Senate nominee Graham Platner reportedly demanded the right to choose his own replacement as pressure mounts for him to leave the race. The controversy follows a string of scandals that have prompted top Democrats, including Chuck Schumer and Bernie Sanders, to withdraw their support. Meanwhile, rumors about Mitch McConnell’s health exploded online after newly released 911 audio, but Republican leaders say they’ve spoken with the senator and insist he’s recovering in the hospital.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The United States Men’s National Team fell to Belgium 4-1 ending their hopes for a World Cup. President Trump can still claim one soccer-related victory as star striker Folarin Balogun returned to the team lineup after Trump seemed to help overturn his one-game suspension. Meanwhile, Charlie Kirk’s widow came face-to-face with the man accused of assassinating her husband as prosecutors began presenting evidence in a Utah courtroom. The preliminary hearing could determine whether the high-profile murder case proceeds to trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool will be repaired by the same contractor after its brand-new liner began peeling just weeks after a $16 million renovation. Meanwhile, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband, Paul Pelosi, is facing a recommended hit-and-run charge after authorities say he crashed into a parked car and drove away. The incident adds to a history of legal trouble behind the wheel as Nancy Pelosi prepares to leave Congress.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A decorated Army veteran is dead after a dispute over a Walmart parking space turned deadly, with the entire confrontation captured on cell phone video. Meanwhile, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is facing fierce criticism after the state granted a full pardon to an illegal immigrant convicted of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl, prompting backlash from the Department of Homeland Security.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump took the first official flight aboard the new Air Force One, and our White House reporter Emily Goodin was on board with an inside look at the $400 million aircraft and its controversial rollout. Meanwhile, former Vice President Kamala Harris is reaching out to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani as she strengthens ties with the Democratic Party’s progressive wing ahead of a possible 2028 presidential campaign. The conversations come as progressive candidates continue notching major primary victories around the country.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court closed out its term with blockbuster rulings, handing President Trump a major victory on transgender athletes while striking down his birthright citizenship executive order and reshaping campaign finance law ahead of the midterms. Meanwhile, authorities in Monaco are searching for the suspect behind the principality’s first terror-style parcel bombing after a Ukrainian oligarch’s family was targeted. The attack critically injured the oligarch’s wife and has triggered an international manhunt stretching into neighboring France.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court is set to wrap up its term with blockbuster rulings on birthright citizenship and transgender athletes after handing President Trump a series of major wins—and setbacks—earlier this week. Meanwhile, gas prices have dipped below four dollars a gallon, but a new government report warns the Strategic Petroleum Reserve is at its lowest level in decades after repeated emergency releases. As the administration pushes to keep fuel prices down, questions are growing about how long that strategy can last.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump’s fragile ceasefire with Iran is under new strain after Tehran demanded control over all ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh questions about whether peace talks can survive. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani shuts down talk of a future presidential run while embracing a growing role in reshaping the Democratic Party.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump notched a series of major immigration victories at the Supreme Court, while the court’s biggest ruling of the term—on birthright citizenship—still hangs in the balance. Meanwhile, a fresh attack in the Strait of Hormuz has raised new questions about whether the already fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire can survive. With shipping traffic still disrupted and peace negotiations facing another test, uncertainty remains over what comes next in the Middle East.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump officially kicked off the America 250 celebration with military flyovers, patriotic performances, and a speech declaring that “America is back.” The launch event marked the next part  of a yearlong celebration of America’s 250th birthday, with festivals, competitions, and patriotic events planned across the country. Plus, Democratic Socialist-backed candidates swept key New York primaries, raising fresh questions about the future direction of the Democratic Party. The results could have major implications for party leaders like Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries as Democrats look ahead to the 2026 midterms and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Justice Department says it has uncovered the largest health care fraud scheme in U.S. history, charging hundreds of defendants in an alleged $6.5 billion Medicare and Medicaid scam. We break down the record-setting takedown, the luxury assets seized, and what Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says comes next. Plus, a Brooklyn coffee shop is under federal investigation after refunding and effectively banning Congressman Dan Goldman over his support for Israel.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says the latest agreement with Iran is moving peace talks forward, but critics argue the deal gives Tehran major concessions on oil sales, nuclear oversight, and control of the Strait of Hormuz. Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico is under renewed scrutiny as old comments on race, gender, religion, and identity politics resurface ahead of a pivotal Senate race.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump escalated pressure on Iran with fresh threats as confusion continues over whether the Strait of Hormuz is truly open and whether peace talks are making any real progress. We break down the latest diplomatic twists, Vice President JD Vance’s negotiations, and the ongoing Israel-Lebanon complications hanging over a potential deal. Meanwhile, Trump says vandals damaged the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool just weeks after its costly makeover. Plus, the latest on a surprise arrest, a possible UK political shakeup, and a Florida man accused of trying to hijack a medical helicopter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drivers are finally getting some relief as gas prices dip below $4 a gallon for the first time since March, fueled by progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. We break down what the U.S.-Iran agreement means for oil markets and how soon consumers could see savings at the pump. Meanwhile, federal investigators say the alleged ringleader of the foiled UFC Freedom 250 terror plot was a DACA recipient who remained in the country under the Obama-era program. Plus, the latest details on the plot authorities say could have turned into a mass-casualty attack near the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The full U.S.-Iran memorandum is finally public, and critics say the agreement gives Tehran major concessions on both its nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz. We break down what changed from earlier drafts and what it could mean for gas prices, global security, and President Trump’s promise that Iran would never get a nuclear weapon. Meanwhile, New York City is throwing a championship celebration decades in the making as the Knicks roll through the Canyon of Heroes. From parade floats to celebrity appearances, we’ve got everything fans need to know about the biggest party in town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FBI says it stopped a terrifying plot to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House using explosive drones, snipers, and a planned assault on the grounds. Authorities credit a tip from one suspect’s mother for helping unravel the alleged scheme before it could be carried out. Meanwhile, new details are emerging about the U.S.-Iran memorandum that could pave the way toward a broader peace agreement and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A U.S.-Iran memorandum has been signed, but ships still aren’t moving through the Strait of Hormuz, leaving drivers waiting for relief at the gas pump. Vice President JD Vance is shedding new light on what’s reportedly in the deal as questions swirl about Iran’s obligations and the future of sanctions. Meanwhile, California Governor Gavin Newsom says President Trump’s Justice Department is investigating him, his family, and former staffers, calling it political retaliation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New York Knicks are NBA champions, and the city is preparing what could be the largest ticker-tape parade in its history through Manhattan’s Canyon of Heroes. President Trump, a longtime Knicks fan, is among those celebrating the franchise’s first title in decades. Meanwhile, Trump is heading to the G7 summit fresh off signing a memorandum of understanding with Iran aimed at ending months of conflict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new woman has come forward with allegations about Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, adding to the growing list of controversies surrounding his campaign. The New York Post says it corroborated key parts of her account, raising fresh questions just days after Platner secured the Democratic nomination. Meanwhile, President Trump says a peace deal with Iran could be signed within days and would reopen the Strait of Hormuz while ending Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inflation surged to its highest level in three years as the war with Iran drives up energy costs, even as President Trump insists the worst of the price hikes may already be behind us. Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett is facing fierce backlash after comments about convicted killer Karmelo Anthony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite a string of scandals, controversial Maine Democrat Graham Platner secured his party’s Senate nomination and now heads into a high-stakes showdown with longtime Republican Senator Susan Collins. Out west, Republicans scored a notable victory as former Fox News host Steve Hilton advanced to California’s gubernatorial general election. Meanwhile, Texas teen Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years in prison for the murder of high school football star Austin Metcalf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is reportedly pressuring Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to maintain a fragile ceasefire with Iran as negotiations over a broader peace deal continue. The White House says talks are moving forward, but the threat of renewed fighting remains. Meanwhile, an upcoming Supreme Court ruling could dramatically reshape how California counts ballots, with major implications for the Los Angeles mayoral race and the governor’s contest.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says the United States is “very close” to reaching a deal with Iran that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and permanently block Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. The president is also signaling confidence that the conflict will not become another endless war. Meanwhile, Trump is expected to attend the Knicks’ first NBA Finals home game in 27 years, bringing unprecedented security measures to Madison Square Garden tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is holding off on new military action against Iran as negotiations continue, despite growing frustration in Congress and repeated setbacks in the peace process. New reporting reveals why the White House believes time may still be on its side in securing a deal. Prosecutors revealed the final words of slain Texas high school football star Austin Metcalf as the murder trial of Karmelo Anthony officially got underway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says a deal with Iran could be finalized as soon as this weekend, potentially ending months of conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The White House says the proposed agreement would permanently block Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Meanwhile, the New York Post traveled to Maine to investigate the growing controversies surrounding Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump sat down for an interview with the New York Post, discussing Iran negotiations, the upcoming midterms, and who he sees leading the Republican ticket in 2028. The president also weighed in on key Senate races that could shape control of Congress. A 22-year-old illegal migrant has pleaded not guilty after prosecutors say he confessed to murdering his neighbor and a co-worker in separate knife attacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is abandoning his controversial $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund after bipartisan opposition, court challenges, and pressure from Senate Republicans. Questions now remain about whether the rest of Trump’s massive IRS settlement will survive intact. Meanwhile, a Utah judge has handed down a major ruling in the Charlie Kirk murder case, allowing cameras in court and setting the stage for key evidence to become public before trial. .  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is considering headlining his own Freedom 250 celebration after several major musical acts backed out of the patriotic concert series. A feud is escalating between New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill and the Department of Homeland Security over conditions and protests at an ICE detention center in Newark.  https://nypost.com/2026/05/31/us-news/trump-shows-off-white-house-drone-port-concept/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reports suggest negotiations with Iran are nearing a breakthrough as talks continue over reopening the Strait of Hormuz and dismantling Tehran’s nuclear ambitions. Former First Lady Jill Biden is facing backlash after revealing she feared Joe Biden suffered a stroke during his disastrous 2024 debate performance.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is floating a plan that could disrupt international travel at major sanctuary city airports across the country. President Trump escalated tensions in the Middle East during a marathon Cabinet meeting, threatening Oman over negotiations tied to reopening the Strait of Hormuz.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump scored another major primary victory after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated longtime Senator John Cornyn in the GOP runoff. The race is being viewed as a major test of Trump’s influence over the Republican Party heading into November. Meanwhile, authorities in Puerto Vallarta - one of Mexico’s top tourist destinations - are investigating whether three eerily similar murders could be connected to a serial killer.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fresh U.S. strikes hit Iranian missile sites and boats in the Strait of Hormuz just hours after President Trump said peace talks were “proceeding nicely.” Even as negotiations continue, Iran’s nuclear program remains the biggest obstacle to a final deal. Meanwhile, Indiana officials say nearly 300 illegal migrants with commercial driver’s licenses were stopped and prosecuted at truck weigh stations over the last three months.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump’s endorsement record has become one of the biggest forces in Republican politics. Will his winning streak continue in Texas tomorrow where Senator John Cornyn faces Trump-backed State Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Senate Primary? And how might the President's success translate to the general election this November? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says rolling back Biden-era climate regulations could help lower grocery prices for struggling Americans. The administration is also touting new deportation figures, highlighting a sharp increase in removals during Trump’s second term.  https://nypost.com/2026/05/21/us-news/major-supermarket-just-cut-thousands-of-prices-across-ny-and-nj/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drivers heading into Memorial Day weekend are facing another painful spike in gas prices as the Iran conflict keeps pressure on global oil markets. Analysts warn prices could climb even higher if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed through the summer. Meanwhile, Maine Democratic Senate hopeful Graham Platner is facing fresh backlash after another controversial Reddit post resurfaced online.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump scored another major primary victory as Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie lost to Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein.  Horrifying new details and livestream footage have emerged from the deadly San Diego mosque shooting. Investigators say the attackers were fueled by online radicalization and white supremacist ideology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump abruptly called off planned strikes on Iran after Gulf leaders urged more time for negotiations. Even with diplomacy still alive, the White House says military action remains on the table if talks collapse. Meanwhile, all eyes are on Kentucky’s high-stakes Republican primary, where Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallen is taking on MAGA rebel Thomas Massie in the most expensive House primary ever.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A crippling Long Island Rail Road strike is throwing New York commuters into chaos as President Trump and Governor Kathy Hochul trade blame over the disruption. With hundreds of thousands affected, the political fallout is growing fast. Meanwhile, a California transgender athlete controversy is reigniting the national debate over girls’ sports after officials awarded duplicate gold medals at a state championship.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump has wrapped up his high-stakes Beijing summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping after talks on Taiwan, Iran, trade, and AI. The White House says the leaders made progress on key global issues, including a major Boeing deal. New York City lawmakers are targeting “predatory” dynamic pricing with proposed new consumer protections. Will NYC be the first city to ban the practice? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is on the ground in Beijing meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping for high-stakes talks on Iran, trade, and global security. The outcome could shape relations between the world’s two biggest powers. Meanwhile, a CIA whistleblower is making explosive claims that Dr. Anthony Fauci misled investigators about the origins of COVID-19.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump arrives in Beijing for high-stakes talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, with Iran, trade, and AI all on the agenda. The outcome could reshape global economics and geopolitical tensions between the world’s two biggest powers. New details are emerging about a deadly incident at Denver International Airport where a man was struck by a speeding jet.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says the Iran ceasefire is on “life support” as tensions rise and nuclear talks stall. With gas prices surging, the administration is now considering a temporary suspension of the federal gas tax to ease pressure on Americans. Meanwhile, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is escalating his feud with Senator Mark Kelly, raising questions about classified briefings and potential investigations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is escalating threats against Iran after rejecting a new peace proposal that sidesteps the nuclear issue. Tensions remain high as drone incidents and ceasefire violations raise fears of renewed conflict. The billionaire co-owner of the Milwaukee Bucks NBA franchise finds himself at the center of a shocking alleged blackmail scheme involving a former lover.  https://nypost.com/2026/05/08/us-news/the-top-10-ufo-encounters-revealed-throughout-the-decades-as-pentagon-declassifies-files/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is heading to Beijing for a high-stakes meeting with China’s Xi Jinping, with Iran, trade, and global tensions all on the table. The outcome could shape everything from oil markets to tech competition between the world’s two biggest powers. Meanwhile, fears of a COVID-like outbreak from the cruise ship hantavirus cases are growing—but experts say a global pandemic is unlikely.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Health officials believe they’ve identified how a deadly hantavirus outbreak spread aboard a stranded cruise ship. The vessel remains stuck at sea as officials scramble to contain the rare and potentially deadly virus. A 28-year-old mom is accused of posing as a teenager to enroll in a New York City high school. Authorities say her scheme unraveled in the most predictable way possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads to the Vatican for a high-stakes meeting with Pope Leo amid tensions with the Trump administration. At the same time, the U.S.-Iran conflict continues to simmer, with uncertainty around negotiations and control in Tehran. Meanwhile, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is eyeing his next move as his term winds down, with a potential 2028 presidential run in focus. https://nypost.com/2026/05/05/us-news/cornell-president-michael-kotlikoff-accused-of-injuring-2-students-in-parking-lot-clash-after-israel-debate/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump ramps up warnings to Iran after U.S. forces clash with Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz. With tensions escalating, the risk of a broader conflict is once again on the table. Meanwhile, a deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has left passengers stranded at sea with no port willing to take them in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is weighing a plan to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz as tensions with Iran threaten to reignite the war. With global shipping under attack and no peace deal in sight, the risk of escalation is growing. Meanwhile, controversial new legislation in New York could allow inmates like John Lennon’s assassin and the Son of Sam killer to seek parole regardless the severity of the crime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iran’s supreme leader escalates rhetoric against President Trump as U.S. officials weigh military options if talks collapse. Louisiana is scrambling after a Supreme Court ruling upended its congressional map, forcing a delay in key primaries.  https://nypost.com/2026/04/30/us-news/whcd-shooting-suspect-cole-allen-makes-absurd-argument-for-why-he-should-walk-free/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court’s decision on Louisiana’s redistricting map could reshape voting power and impact the upcoming midterm elections. Will it take effect in time for November? Meanwhile, President Trump speaks with Vladimir Putin about the wars in Ukraine and Iran, as Russia offers a controversial role in negotiations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive in New York City as their high-profile U.S. visit continues with stops at the 9/11 Memorial and beyond. Meanwhile, the Justice Department is making waves with fresh indictments tied to Anthony Fauci’s inner circle and former FBI Director James Comey. What do these legal moves signal about leadership at the DOJ? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump is now formally charged, as chilling new details emerge about his cross-country movements and weapons. Investigators say Cole Thomas Allen transported firearms across state lines before opening fire at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Meanwhile, King Charles arrives in Washington for a high-profile state visit, addressing Congress amid heightened security concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chilling new details emerge about the alleged White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter, including a manifesto sent moments before the attack. The incident is now raising serious concerns about security failures at one of Washington’s most high-profile events. Meanwhile, King Charles arrives in D.C. today, prompting heightened scrutiny over safety measures during his visit.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is stepping away during the NFL Draft after fresh photos with ex-reporter Dianna Russini reignite controversy. Meanwhile, President Trump is taking a cooler approach with Iran, delaying pressure as the White House waits for Tehran to come back to the table. We break down whether patience is a smarter negotiating strategy than deadlines and bluster. Plus, the latest fallout from both stories and what it could mean next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump has fired Secretary of the Navy John Phelan over his handling of the “Golden Fleet”shipbuilding initiative. The move comes as the Navy continues to play a leading role in the Iran war. As peace talks potentially loom there are questions about who truly holds power in Tehran. Meanwhile, a DHS counterterrorism official faces scrutiny after an ex-lover raises alarming claims about potential national security risks. Is this a case of political and personal retaliation, or a legitimate concern?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump extends the U.S.-Iran ceasefire at the request of mediators, buying time for a potential peace deal as tensions and uncertainty remain high. A shocking shooting at a tourist site near Mexico City leaves one dead and more than a dozen injured, with disturbing materials linking the shooter to the Columbine massacre and Adolph Hitler. https://nypost.com/2026/04/21/world-news/mexico-pyramid-shooter-loads-weapon-before-shooting-at-tourists-video/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time is running out on the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, as Vice President JD Vance hopes to lead high-stakes negotiations despite uncertainty over Iran’s participation.  Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer becomes the  third Trump administration cabinet secretary to resign so far this year following a misconduct investigation uncovered by the New York Post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says peace talks with Iran could begin soon, but Tehran is pushing back, raising doubts about whether negotiations will happen. As tensions rise and a ceasefire deadline looms, Trump warns of severe consequences if no deal is reached. In Shreveport, Louisiana, the community is mourning eight children after 31-year-old Army veteran Shamar Elkins carried out a deadly rampage—seven of the victims were his own children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump heads to Arizona to rally GOP support ahead of the midterms. In Las Vegas he took a victory lap after new data showed a surge in tax refunds tied to his economic policies. Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax is at the center of a tragic murder-suicide that has stunned the political world. Once a rising Democratic figure, Fairfax’s career had unraveled amid past allegations before the devastating events inside his family home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent highlights President Trump’s win, eliminating taxes on overtime pay. He called it a major incentive for American workers to offset labor gaps left by migrant deportations. The U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is showing signs of success, with Iran potentially returning to the negotiating table. The White House says new talks could happen within days. https://nypost.com/2026/04/15/us-news/dramatic-moment-oklahoma-principal-kirk-moore-tackles-columbine-obsessed-school-shooter-while-being-shot/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump’s Weaponization Working Group says their review of President Biden’s Justice Department showed bias against pro-life activists while going easier on pro-choice offenders. New court testimony sheds light on failures leading up to the deadly Texas camp flooding.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rep. Eric Swalwell is resigning his seat in Congress amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations. The U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz could bring Iran back to the negotiating table, or re-inflame tensions. https://nypost.com/2026/04/13/us-news/trump-refuses-to-apologize-to-pope-leo-xiv-over-iran-war-dispute-dismisses-backlash-against-since-deleted-jesus-post/ https://nypost.com/2026/04/13/business/meta-is-building-a-creepy-ai-clone-of-mark-zuckerberg-to-chat-with-staff-report/ https://nypost.com/2026/04/13/business/it-now-costs-over-300k-to-raise-a-child-in-the-us-really-daunting-situation-for-parents/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

California Congressman Eric Swalwell has suspended his campaign for governor after being accused of sexual misconduct by several women. President Trump promises a U.S. led blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to block Iranian toll and to eliminate mines. https://nypost.com/2026/04/12/us-news/dramatic-video-shows-masked-gunman-fleeing-nj-chick-fil-a-after-mass-shooting/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First Lady Melania Trump delivers a scathing statement aimed at rumors about her relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. The Justice Department is investigating the NFL over some of the sports giants streaming deals. https://nypost.com/2026/04/09/us-news/us-marine-daniel-montano-killed-in-stabbing-during-north-carolina-street-brawl-as-disturbing-video-sparks-outrage-over-police-response/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rex Heuermann - the Gilgo Beach Serial Killer - has confessed to killing eight women and stashing their bodies in remote areas of Long Island in New York. President Trump will send negotiators led by Vice president JD Vance to Pakistan this weekend in hopes of negotiating a lasting peace with Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Minutes before President Trump’s deadline on Tuesday he announced a two week ceasefire and a potential permanent peace plan with Iran. Tucker Carlson is slammed by Trump as the fracture in the Republican Party grows. https://nypost.com/2026/04/07/lifestyle/magic-retirement-number-hits-1-46m-half-of-americans-unprepared/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says Iran has until 8pm tonight to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or risk another round of strikes that will, in his words, bomb them back to the Stone Age. TMZ says they received a new ransom note in the Nancy Guthrie case, just hours after Savannah Guthrie returned to the anchor chair at the Today Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI is a whole lot more than Chat GPT and Google Gemini. It is already impacting the way we fight wars, treat the sick and educate the next generation. In his new book Code Red: The Left, the Right, China, and the Race to Control AI ,Wynton Hall explore all this and more while outlining both the benefits and the risks to the humanity-changing technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi and names Deputy AG Todd Blanch as Acting Attorney General. Who might be the next to hold the job of the nation’s top law enforcement official? A reporter shares a new potential leaker of those Bryon Noem photos - an illegal migrant sex worker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump offered an update on the war with Iran Wednesday night and promised to hit them hard again over what he said would be the final weeks of the war. Some insiders suggest Kristi Noem and her rumored boyfriend Corey Lewandowski may be behind the leak of those embarrassing photos of her husband Bryon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is reportedly shocked that her husband Bryon is wrapped up in a pretty crazy fetish community called “bimbofication" which could have had national security implications. Tiger Woods pleads not guilty to his DUI charges as President Trump tells the post he has spoken to the legendary golfer and offered his support. https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/us-news/pictures-of-kristi-noems-husband-cross-dressing-raise-grave-security-concerns/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump has a fresh ultimatum for Iran after the Islamic Republic struck Israel’s largest oil refinery. Military members in San Diego tell a local stripper their deployment plans and she posts about it on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tiger Woods is in hot water again after flipping his SUV while allegedly under the influence of some sort of medication. His girlfriend Vanessa Trump is apparently not pleased and even the Secret Service has thoughts on his driving habits. Thanks to President Trump’s executive order, TSA agents could finally see some cash in their bank accounts for the first time in weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A conservative activist caught a group of protesters lead by a masked loon cheering the death of American soldiers and chanting for a Hamas rocket attack in the U.S. "Today" host Savannah Guthrie offers new details about what they found at her mom Nancy's home after she vanished. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A DHS funding deal is looking less likely just as we learn some unpaid TSA workers have been forced to sell blood or live in their cars to make ends meet. A California jury ruled against two tech giants in a landmark trial that accuses them of putting profit over children's safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says Iran has agreed to dismantle its nuclear program but Iran still says there have been no such negotiations. Congressional Republicans say they are nearing a deal with Democrats to end the partial government shutdown that has left part of the Department of Homeland Security unfunded. Trump says he’ll surely be unhappy with the deal. https://nypost.com/2026/03/24/world-news/ukrainian-troops-testing-exoskeletons-in-war-with-russia/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices