Michigan Senate Election Set, Trump Says Iran Strait Deal Close, Senators On The Fence Over Blanche, New Mexico Sues DOJ Over Epstein Files

Today on America in the MorningMichigan Senate Election Set

Although it took hours for all the ballots to be counted in Michigan, Democrats are now putting their differences aside and standing with progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed who won the Senate primary in the key battleground state that could decide the balance of power in the United States Senate. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the November midterms will pose a key test for progressives as Republicans are gearing up to make a political statement 13 weeks from now.

Trump Touts Iran Deal In The Making

President Trump is optimistic a deal with Iran is within reach in a day or sooner for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, saying both sides are talking despite Iran claiming no talks with the US are happening and instead they are only talking with Oman. Jim Roope reports that the president is still threatening military action if the stalemate continues.

Edwards Drops Reelection Bid

The man who replaced Madison Cawthorn in Congress after he lost his primary following a series of personal and political scandals is now ending his own campaign to stay in office. Lisa Dwyer reports that North Carolina Representative Chuck Edwards, facing censure for his own over unprofessional conduct, is dropping his reelection bid.

New CDC Director

The U-S Senate has confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the confirmation allows for the agency’s first permanent director in close to a year.

Close Call

Serious questions are being raised in Washington, DC after there was a close call in the sky involving the president's helicopter. As correspondent Ed Donahue reports, this comes following new rules being put in place after a helicopter and commuter plane crash that happened just a few miles away.

Charges Filed In Trump Golf Course Arrest

Authorities say a man who was arrested at President Trump's Los Angeles-area golf course has pleaded not guilty to all charges, including several felonies. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.

Still Questions Over Blanche Confirmation

Despite getting past the Senate committee that approved his nomination, some key Republicans are still on the fence as Senate leadership hopes to take acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's confirmation vote to the floor before a month-long recess begins on Friday. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

New Mexico Demands Epstein Files

A state is going after the federal government over the Epstein files, and comes at a time when Todd Blanche is facing Senate confirmation. New Mexico has filed a 40-page lawsuit against the Department of Justice for what they say is failing to comply with repeated records requests. Correspondent Joan Jones reports this is related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, Ghilaine Maxwell and Epstein's Zorro Ranch, located in Santa Fe County.

Serious Organ Donor Allegations

The government is moving to shut down a Kentucky organ donation group after an HHS investigation. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.

Latest On Washington State Wildfires

The situation is worsening in Washington State as officials confirm at least 846 structures have been destroyed by the wildfires in the Spokane area.

White House Hemp Request

The word from the White House is – leave hemp alone.

Tech News

Hackers hit water utilities in at least seven states this week, and federal investigators still haven't confirmed who's behind it. Chuck Palm has this story in his new segment, the New Old Tech Guy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices