America In The Morning

Today on America in the MorningTrump’s Address To The Nation President Trump delivered a hurried speech in prime time where he sought to assure the American people that his administration has accomplished much in their first 11 months while laying blame for America's problems at the feet of Democrats and former President Biden.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.    Nick Reiner’s Day In Court Rob Reiner’s son made his first appearance in a Los Angeles court, facing murder charges in the death of his legendary director father and mother, who, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, was due to multiple sharp force injuries.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on Nick Reiner's day in court.   Bongino Resigns It’s the first high-profile departure from the second Trump administration.  Former podcaster and radio host Dan Bongino is leaving his post at the FBI.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Plaque Controversy At The White House At the White House, President Trump has added descriptive plaques to his “Presidential Walk of Fame,” some that are considered controversial.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Jack Smith Testimony Democrats are demanding that startling closed-door testimony from embattled former special counsel Jack Smith on Capitol Hill be made public.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer has details.   What We Want For The Holidays Cash is still king.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on a new poll of what people would most like to receive for the holidays.    Healthcare Passes Without Subsidies The House of Representatives was able to narrowly pass a health care plan, but without extending subsidies for the Affordable Care Act, which ends the hope of keeping ACA monthly premiums low.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports four House Republicans have broken ranks in the ongoing health care saga, forcing a vote on those subsidies, but one that won’t happen until after those premiums rise.   Senate Passes Defense Bill The Senate has passed the annual military budget bill and is sending it to the White House for the president’s signature.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports the measure is a rare exception to the hyper-partisanship in Congress, but comes at a time when the US military is ratcheting up activity against the Maduro regime and Narco-terrorists in Venezuela.   Latest On Brown University Shooting Despite authorities saying they have DNA they believe came from the shooter, police appear to be no closer to identifying the person who opened fire inside the engineering building at Brown University, killing two students last weekend.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that Providence, Rhode Island police do have images of a person of interest, and are still hoping for the public’s help.   Blame For The DC Plane Crash The U.S. government acknowledged Wednesday that both the Federal Aviation Administration and the US Army contributed to a midair collision over the Potomac River near Washington, D.C., last January that killed 67 people.   NY Readies Assisted Suicide Law New York's governor says she has reached a Right-to-Die deal to legalize medically assisted suicide.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   Streaming Oscars A major change is coming to the Academy Awards.  Lisa Dwyer reports on a big move by the Oscars, leaving their 50-year home to a streaming destination.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningNew Images Of Alleged Brown University Shooter Authorities have released images of the new person of interest in the deadly shooting at Brown University, as Rhode Island police and the FBI continue to look for more clues and want the public’s help to find the person they believe could be the attacker at the Ivy League school.  The details from correspondent Joan Jones.    Wiles White House Comments White House aides and allies on Tuesday rushed to publicly defend Susie Wiles after the Chief-of-Staff’s jaw-dropping interview in Vanity Fair had her pointedly criticizing the President, Vice President, and many in the Cabinet.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports on the revealing series of conversations with Wiles, who typically shuns the media spotlight.    US Targeting Tankers President Trump has ramped up pressure on Venezuela on Tuesday by announcing that he is ordering a blockade of all “sanctioned oil tankers” entering and leaving the South American country.   Murder Charges Planned For Rob Reiner’s Son The Los Angeles District Attorney will be unveiling murder charges against the son of legendary actor and director Rob Reiner and his wife, and new details are emerging about Nick Reiner, accused of his parent’s killing.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   Judge Considering OK For WH Ballroom A US District Judge says he’s inclined to allow the continuation of construction of a ballroom addition, giving the White House additional time to submit plans for the court to review.  Correspondent Ben Thomas reports the Trump administration says the White House ballroom construction is a matter of national security.   Trump’s Address To The Nation President Trump took to social media to announce he will hold a prime-time address to the nation tonight.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has a preview.     Healthcare Test Vote Today House Republican leaders say there will be no votes on compromise legislation that some moderate Republicans and Democrats want to see that would extend Obamacare subsidies that are set to increase significantly for millions of Americans in 2026.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Uproar Over Drug Boat Videos There was both understanding and anger on Capitol Hill after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told senators he will not release video of a controversial boat strike to the American public.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.  More Learned About The Australia Shooters We're learning more about the father and son believed to be responsible for a terror attack in Sydney, Australia over the weekend that authorities say targeted Jews.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports Australians are speaking out saying their government has been lax against stopping anti-Semitic activity.   Planned Colorado Power Outage Thousands of people in the counties that surround Boulder, Colorado are going to find themselves in the dark come midday today.  Xcel Energy announced they will be cutting off the power to more than 50,000 customers in five Colorado counties.  Travel Ban Updated The White House has revised their list of nations under a travel ban to the United States, adding an additional 20 countries.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   California Maps To Court The fight over California’s new congressional map designed to help Democrats flip a string of U.S. House seats kicked off in court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning Son Arrested In Rob Reiner Killing Police have arrested the son of Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle Singer Reiner for murdering his parents in their Los Angeles home.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that Nick Reiner is being held without bail, as police have released a statement saying he is the person responsible for their deaths.  Anger Over Trump Post About Reiner Murders President Donald Trump lashed out at Hollywood actor and director Rob Reiner after he and his wife were stabbed to death in their home, sparking pushback from a number of Democrat and Republican lawmakers.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the president is blaming Rob Reiner's political leanings for the Hollywood legend’s killing.  New Person Of Interest In Brown Shooting A manhunt is underway after photos and videos of a new person of interest were released by investigators in the deadly shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island over the weekend.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports this comes after the FBI and Rhode Island authorities released the original person sought for the shooting. Guilty Verdict In Walshe Case After just six hours of deliberations, a jury returned a guilty verdict for a Massachusetts man in the disappearance of his wife, whose body was never found.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.  Names Of Guardsmen Killed In Syria Released The US Military has released the names of the two Iowa National Guard members killed in an ambush in Syria.   Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.  Judge Becomes Defendant A judge in Wisconsin is on trial for allegedly obstructing immigration agents.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.  Planning A Healthcare Bill Republicans in the House say they will vote this week on health care reform legislation designed to give Americans more choice and save money, but questions surround what’s going to be in the bill.  John Stolnis has more from Washington. Close To A Deal Saying they’re on the verge of a deal, President Trump says the US is offering security guarantees to Ukraine in an effort to end Russia’s war with Kyiv, and that talks are progressing with Europe’s help, which could include a multinational peacekeeping force.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports Russia is still demanding to keep Ukrainian territory, a demand that Ukraine’s president says he will not support.  More Washington State Rain & Flooding They’re used to rain in the Pacific Northwest, but not like this.  The region from Canada to the Columbia River and beyond continues to be pounded by historic rainfall, and that’s led to record flooding, about 100,000 people evacuated, and levees in danger of collapse.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson in Seattle. Feds Bust Bomb Plot Federal authorities swooped in and arrested 4 suspected extremists the government claims was engaged in a New Year's Eve bombing plot in California.  The details from correspondent Julie Walker. Fentanyl A WMD President Trump signed an executive order Monday classifying fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction.  Trump Sues BBC President Trump made news in the legal circles, announcing he is suing the British Broadcasting Corporation for $5 billion dollars.  Latest On Australia Mass Shooting While there's continued fallout from the weekend mass shooting in Australia, a hero is also emerging from the tragedy.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Finally   30 million people watched him get married to Laura Webber on General Hospital in 1981.  Anthony Geary, an iconic soap opera actor who played Luke Spencer on the daytime TV drama passed away.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr looks back on his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningBrown University Shooting Fast work by police and the FBI led them to Benjamin Erickson, a Wisconsin man in his 20’s identified as a person of interest at a motel 20 miles from Brown University, the scene of a mass shooting over the weekend on the Ivy League campus that left two people dead and 9 others injured, however, he has now been released and the search continues for the shooter still at-large.  Correspondent Donna Warder has the latest on the Providence, Rhode Island shooting and investigation. House Takes Up Healthcare House Speaker Mike Johnson over the weekend unveiled a series of proposals aimed at addressing growing healthcare costs, with a plan to vote on at least some of these measures this week - But will they succeed where the Senate failed last week?  John Stolnis has more from Washington.  Rob Reiner & Wife Murdered Los Angeles Police are investigating after the discovery of two bodies found inside the home of actor and director Rob Reiner.  Washington State Flooding Days of torrential rain are causing unprecedented river flooding and pressure on levees in Washington State.  Jennifer King reports on what meteorologists call an “atmospheric river” that left some homes flooded to their rooves, road and highway closures, ongoing water rescues, and swollen rivers still at dangerous levels.   More Trouble For Michigan Coach A former Big Ten football coach is facing serious charges after being fired over an alleged inappropriate relationship with a staffer and threatening to take his own life.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.   Trump Sued Over East Wing President Trump and several U-S agencies are being sued over construction of a $300 million dollar ballroom at the site of the White House's East Wing.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.     Australia Terror Attack The death toll has risen to 15 people, including a rabbi and a 10-year-old girl, attacked during a deadly mass shooting during a Jewish holiday celebration at a beach in Australia.   Correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports the death toll could have been much higher, if not for a heroic man of Arabic descent selling fruit by the beach who was able to disarm one of the shooters, described by Australian police as a father and his son.   Latest On The Syria Attack The shooter who ambushed U.S. and Syrian troops, killing two American soldiers and one civilian who was serving as an interpreter, is believed to have been an infiltrator from the Islamic State who took a job in the Syrian Security Force.   Correspondent Donna Warder has an update on an attack that President Trump has vowed those from ISIS responsible will face the wrath of the US military.   Reaction To Crockett’s Senate Decision The reaction to Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett's decision to run for a Senate seat in Texas continues to make waves in politics.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that the reaction has been mixed – from both sides of the political aisle.   Latest On US-Venezuela President Trump’s long-term goal regarding Venezuela is a mystery to many Democrats, and the woman who might lead a new government there if the Maduro regime is overthrown is trying to stay out of the fray.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.  Lindell For Governor The state that once elected a professional wrestler to its highest office will now have the “My Pillow” guy on the ballot.    Walshe Trial To The Jury The jury will be deliberating today in the murder trial of Brian Walshe in Dedham, Massachusetts.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Finally   A Hollywood legend reached a 3-digit milestone over the weekend.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has more on the 100th birthday for Dick Van Dyke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningSenate Failure On Obamacare With identical 51 to 48 votes, the Senate rejected dueling Democrat and Republican-backed health care bills Thursday, all but guaranteeing that Obamacare subsidies used by more than 20 million Americans and their families will lapse at the end of the year, with some people seeing their health care premiums double and triple in cost.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Hearing For Alleged Kirk Assassin The first in-court appearance for the 22-year-old accused killer of conservative activist Charlie Kirk was thrown into turmoil by a cameraman's bad angle.  Joan Jones has the story.  Indiana Says No To Redistricting A surprising turn of events and a setback for President Trump.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on a key redistricting vote in Indiana that the GOP-dominated state Senate rejected.   No Indictment For James - Again In a Virginia court, New York Attorney General Letitia James has escaped another potential indictment being brought by the Department of Justice.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.  Abrego Garcia Released For Now The Central American man whose case became a flashpoint of the immigration crackdown has been ordered released while he fights deportation.  Jennifer King reports.   Coach’s Situation Worsens The situation surrounding now-jailed former University of Michigan football head coach Sherrone Moore is getting murkier.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports the married father of three children is accused of assaulting a woman who authorities claim he was stalking, and is expected to appear in court later today.     Latest On US & Venezuela The White House is addressing claims that the seizure of an oil tanker this week in the Caribbean was an act of escalation.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the White House is planning to escalate further oil tanker seizures, and potential land-based military strikes against the Maduro regime in Venezuela.    Land At Issue Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says territorial issues are at the heart of U.S.-led talks aimed at ending Russia's war with Kyiv.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Noem On The Hot Seat Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem faced withering questioning from Democrats in a House committee on worldwide threats, keying in on her department's immigration deportation policies.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Washington Flooding Worsens The National Guard is being deployed to parts of Washington State as historic flooding from several days of rain has seen more than a dozen rivers move above flood stage, washing out roads and highways, and forcing the evacuation of 100,000 people.   Aviation Safety Questions Questions about aviation safety are bogging down a massive defense bill that's before Congress.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   GOP Votes Against Trump Order Twenty House Republicans joined Democrats to pass a bill reversing President Trump’s executive order blocking most federal unions on Thursday.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices