Trump's Red Line On Iran, SCOTUS Hears Transgender Case, Clintons Say No To Congress, US-Greenland-Denmark Meeting Today

Today on America in the MorningTrump’s Red Line On Iran

President Trump is drawing a red line when it comes to the Iranian government harming protesters, saying that he will take very strong action if the Islamic Republic begins hanging anti-government demonstrators. This comes as the UN is reporting as many as 2,500 people have died, and CBS News is reporting that number may be as many as 20,000 feared dead. Correspondent Charles deLedesma has the latest on events in Iran, and the president’s announcement that “help is on the way.”

SCOTUS Hears Transgender Case

It appears the Supreme Court is leaning toward upholding state bans on transgender athletes from competing in girls and women’s sports. An update on the testimony before the justices on Tuesday with correspondent Joan Jones.

Clintons Say No To Congress

A former president and secretary of state could soon face contempt charges. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports Bill and Hillary Clinton are saying they will not take part in a House committee hearing regarding Jeffrey Epstein.

Smith To Offer Public Testimony

Former Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith is set to testify publicly next week about his investigations into President Donald Trump that led to two indictments that were eventually thrown out. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Canada’s China Trade Connection

America’s second-largest trading partner is considering other options, unhappy with the tariffs and trading concerns of the Trump administration. Lisa Dwyer reports that China is aiming to capitalize on the US-Canada strained relations with a visit by the Canadian Prime Minister.

Trump Planning Sanctuary City Cuts

President Trump announced his administration will cease federal payments to sanctuary cities and states with sanctuary policies starting next month, while citing the jurisdictions protect criminals and fuel fraud and crime.

US-Greenland-Denmark Meeting

Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet today with the foreign ministers of both Denmark and Greenland to discuss President Trump’s objectives to either acquire Greenland or possibly take it by force. Correspondent Emma Burrows reports from Greenland on the tensions as the president ratchets up.

Trump Tours Michigan

President Trump traveled to Detroit, Michigan for a speech aimed at touting his economic policies, but also made headlines for his response to a heckler while touring a Ford factory plant. John Stolnis has more from Washington.

Latest On ICE In Minnesota

As protests continue in Minnesota, so does the back and forth between state and Federal leaders. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Sanctions On Muslim Brotherhood

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on three branches of the Muslim Brotherhood, accusing them of posing a risk to the U.S. and other regions. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez has more.

Finally

The creator of the satirical comic strip Dilbert that poked fun at bad bosses has passed away. Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr looks back at the career of Scott Adams.

Actor Timothy Busfield has been booked on child sex abuse charges in New Mexico, and is denying all allegations against him. Correspondent Jennifer King reports – audio courtesy of TMZ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices