Government Shutdown, Trump & Hegseth Military Meeting, White House Drug Deal, Pending Harvard Settlement

Today on America in the MorningGovernment Shutdown

After the Senate once again rejected a House proposal passed by the Republican majority to temporarily fund the government, the U.S. government has partially shut down. John Stolnis has details from Washington.

Trump & Hegseth’s Military Meeting

President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth spent Tuesday at the Marine Corps base in Quantico, Virginia, where top generals from around the world were summoned for an address on military standards. The details from correspondent Joan Jones.

Pfizer’s White House Deal

President Trump announced a drug pricing deal with Pfizer that will see the pharmaceutical giant lower the cost of its medications for Americans. America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has details from Washington.

Second Detainee Dead In Texas

One of the two detainees injured in last week's attack on an ICE facility in Texas has died after being taken off of life support. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.

Florida Execution

A man convicted of fatally stabbing a married couple during a robbery has become the latest person put to death in Florida’s record 13th execution this year. Lisa Dwyer reports.

Gift Violated The Law

FBI Director Kash Patel gave a gift to New Zealand, but that nation had no choice but to have it destroyed. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on what led to that unusual move.

Government Shutdown Underway

Two bills to fund the government through November both failed in the Senate Tuesday evening, and shortly after those votes, White House Budget Director Russell Vought directed federal agencies to begin implementing their shutdown plans.

Military Meeting Recap

President Trump and Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth summoned top military officers stationed around the world to a meeting at a Marine Corps base outside of Washington, DC. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani has the recap of what is being described as a military reset.

Guard Deployments

One American governor welcomes National Guard to his state to crack down on crime, while others continue to push back against the idea. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Harvard Settlement

President Trump said on Tuesday that his administration is finalizing a deal with Harvard University and that the school would pay $500 million dollars to settle the dispute between the federal government and the university.

No Answer From Hamas

We expect to hear soon whether the leadership of Hamas will accept the peace proposal announced this week by President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.

Judge’s Free Speech Ruling

A federal judge said that the Trump administration violated free speech and suppressed rights of pro-Palestinian protesters and academics including that of Mahmoud Khalil. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.

Consumers Not So Confident

The latest report on consumer confidence shows a decline, as Americans’ concerns over prices, tariffs, and the job market are beginning to weigh on how we spend. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.

Finally

A movie star and a country music singer are heading to divorce court. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the celebrity split of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices