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Start your workday with America in the Morning, Westwood One’s award-winning magazine. News doesn’t stop when you’re sleeping so join host John Trout and his staff of correspondents as they report from around the country and around the globe. Follow America in the Morning for overnight developments, breaking national news, politics, entertainment, business and weather. Delivered right to your device every morning!

America In The Morning

Today on America in the Morning
 
US Reaction To Syria’s Demise
The government of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria, which had kept rebel forces at bay for more than a decade with Iranian and Russian military support, collapsed in less than two weeks. Steve Futterman reports on what happens next in Syria, and the American reaction.
 
Trump Speaks To NBC
President-Elect Donald Trump sat down with NBC's Kristen Welker in his first one-on-one broadcast TV interview since winning the Presidency. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports Trump was asked about a range of topics including deportations, and the potential of his administration opening an investigation into unproven fraud in the 20-20 election. 
 
Latest On The Healthcare CEO Murder
The manhunt continues for the gunman who killed United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. Pamela Furr has the latest. 
 
NJ’s Drone Trouble
Residents in New Jersey feel like they’re being left in the dark after a number of drone sightings in the skies over the Garden State. Governor Phil Murphy has met with the Department of Homeland Security over these unauthorized drone flights. 
 
Soto’s Historic Contract
One of baseball’s biggest stars now has the largest contract in sports history. Superstar outfielder Juan Soto will join the New York Mets, agreeing to a 15-year - $765 million dollar deal. 
 
Trump’s French Visit
President-elect Donald Trump has returned to America after visiting France, his first international trip since the November election. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
 
Reaction To Syrian Government Fall
The world is reacting to the fall of the Al-Assad regime in Syria, a nearly half-century dictatorship brought down in a matter of days. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
 
Who Brought Down Bashar al-Assad
Deposed Syrian President Bashar al-Assad left behind a collection of cars, including a red Ferrari F-50 – which routinely sells for over $3 million. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports on who led the insurgency that brought down Syria’s leadership.
 
Remembering Pearl Harbor
In Hawaii, there was a very somber observance that included two American heroes, one 102 and the other 104, who stood and saluted those who fought and those who died on the 83rd anniversary of the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
 
Latest On The California School Shooting
While more details are emerging about the gunman, investigators are still putting the pieces together as to the motivation for a school shooting in Northern California. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.
 
Fixing The Prisons
The Bureau of Prisons nationwide is making big court-monitored changes ahead of the second Trump presidency. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
 
Latest Vehicle Recall
A number of car makers have issued recalls in the past 10 days, and as correspondent Rita Foley reports, the latest involves Stellantis and a group of their pickup trucks.
 
Ending Use Of Red Dye-3
It’s in the ingredients of a number of candies, chewing gum, and also some desserts and treats, but it could also be causing cancer. The Food and Drug Administration could soon move to ban what’s been come to known as Red Dye Number 3. 
 
Sports – Robert Workman 
Juan Soto Signing & more. 
 
Finally 
In the theaters, Moana and Wicked continue to dominate, while a highly-anticipated new movie couldn’t even crack the top-five. Kevin Carr reports.
 
These were not just your run-of-the-mill footwear. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on a pair of ruby slippers from “The Wizard of Oz” that sold for an eye-popping price at auction.
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Assad Defeated In Syria, Trump Talks To NBC, Latest On The Healthcare CEO Murdered, Soto's Historic Contract

Today on America in the Morning
 
Arrest In Healthcare CEO Shooting
A manhunt that started on the streets of Midtown Manhattan ended at a McDonalds in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on a person of interest now under arrest in connection to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
 
US Hits ISIS In Syria
The Middle East nation of Syria is facing a seismic turning point after rebels in less than two weeks were able to overthrow the more than 50-year rule of the al-Assad family. As Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, the United States is bombing ISIS targets, and Syria’s people are wondering what comes next.
 
NYC Chokehold Acquittal
Former Marine Daniel Penny’s acquittal in the New York City subway chokehold death of a fellow train passenger is sparking both applause and outrage. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
 
SCOTUS Turns Away Cases
The United States Supreme Court is declining to take up a number of cases including transgender issues and affirmative action. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
 
Gabbard Facing Syria Questions
One of Donald Trump’s choices for an important intelligence post is facing questions about prior comments she made regarding Syria. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
 
Prophet To Prison
A man who claimed to be a religious prophet will spend decades behind bars for sex crimes. Lisa Dwyer reports.
 
US Carefully Watching Syria
The United States is keeping a very watchful eye on the events in Syria, pledging vigilance in making sure the terror group ISIS does not take advantage of the recent fall of the al-Assad regime and cause more instability in the region. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
 
January 6 Committee Speaking Out
Former Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney is speaking out after President-elect Donald Trump floated the idea of possible jail time for her and other members of the January 6 House Select Committee. America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has more.
 
Lara Trump Resignation
Lara Trump announced she is leaving as co-head of the Republican National Committee. Jennifer King reports the wife of Donald Trump’s son Eric Trump has been floated as a possible replacement for Secretary of State nominee and current Florida Senator Marco Rubio.
 
Healthcare In Focus
With the arrest of the suspected shooter of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, it comes as Americans are paying more than ever for health insurance. As Sue Aller reports, people are outraged at both the events surrounding the CEO’s shooting, but also the American healthcare industry as a whole.
 
Boeing Layoffs
Reuters is reporting that plane maker Boeing will restart their 737 MAX production a month after a crippling seven week strike. However, their workforce will now be much smaller. Lisa Dwyer reports that Boeing will lay off hundreds of workers on the West Coast.
 
Gas Prices Hit Low Mark
Gas prices continue to fall nationwide, now reaching a low for 2024. Correspondent Rita Foley reports.
 
Nevada Earthquake
A moderate earthquake shook parts of Nevada and California. The US Geological Survey measured the tremor at 5.8, centered near Carson City, and it was felt in Northern and Central California. 
 
Finally 
A lawyer for rapper and music producer Jay-Z wants a woman accusing him of rape to reveal her identity. With the details, here’s entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta.
 
Awards season is kicking off for the start of 2025, and this time it’s the Golden Globes nominations. Kevin Carr has more.
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Arrest In Healthcare CEO Shooting, US Hits ISIS In Syria, NYC Chokehold Acquittal Reaction, Gas Prices Still Falling

Today on America in the Morning
 
Suspected Shooter Fighting Extradition
Police in New York City and Pennsylvania are being credited with a rapid investigation that led to the capture of the man suspected of gunning down UnitedHealthcare's CEO Brian Thompson. As correspondent Jennifer King reports, authorities are also concerned about the social media sympathy for the former school valedictorian-turned-inmate Luigi Mangione, who is now fighting extradition back to New York.
 
Malibu Wildfire Out Of Control
Strong Santa Ana winds and extremely dry conditions are the fuel for the out-of-control wildfire burning in upscale Malibu, California. Jim Roope reports from Los Angeles.
 
Plans For Secret Service Changes
A House of Representatives task force recommends changes to the Secret Service following two attempts on Donald Trump's life. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.
 
Billionaire Business Perks
President-elect Donald Trump is offering incentives to billionaires and big businesses that invest in the U-S economy. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
 
Potential Environmental Impacts
The US Supreme Court heard arguments in the Seven County Infrastructure Coalition vesus Eagle County case involving a railway in Utah, and the ruling could limit the scope of environmental reviews currently required by Federal law. 
 
TikTok Back To Court
Facing the potential of being banned in the US, TikTok is heading back to court. Correspondent Haya Panjwani has details.
 
Matt Gaetz’s New Job
In 30 days he went from congressman to attorney general nominee to TV show host. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports Matt Gaetz now has a new job.
 
Lawyer For Suspected Healthcare CEO Speaks Out
The suspected shooter in the killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan is pushing back against extradition to New York. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on the arrest, and what Luigi Mangione’s lawyer is saying.
 
Latest In Syria
In the wake of the stunning fall of the Assad government in Syria, U.S. officials remain cautiously optimistic about the future of that war-torn country, but are also warning about terrorists seizing control in a power vacuum. John Stolnis has more from Washington.
 
Biden Talks Legacy & Trump
President Biden spoke at a forum in Washington, DC, where he highlighted his administration's economic achievements, and also took some parting shots at his successor. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
 
Infowars Sale Stopped
A bankruptcy judge on Tuesday night rejected a bid by The Onion’s parent company to buy Alex Jones’ media empire, including the website Infowars, ruling that the auction process was unfair. 
 
Saving The Hush Money Case
New York prosecutors are trying to come up with a way to preserve Donald Trump's hush-money conviction. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
 
Swatting Death
A number of politicians have dealt with swatting incidents. The latest is Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, and the fake 9-1-1 bomb threat call cost an unsuspecting woman her life. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.
 
 
Guilfoyle’s New Job
President-elect Donald Trump announced he is nominating Kimberly Guilfoyle to be U.S. ambassador to Greece. 
 
A Dangerous Career
It’s been another dangerous year for reporters who tell the story of events in war-torn areas of the world. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports a journalists' rights group finds the number of media workers killed, notably in the Middle East, has risen.
 
Finally 
Epic gamers could be seeing some big refunds coming their way, following a Fortnight court settlement. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
 
Superstar Taylor Swift is spreading the love around after wrapping up her record-setting world concert tour. Kevin Carr has details.
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Luigi Mangione Fighting Extradition, Malibu Wildfire, US Steps Up Attacks In Syria, Biden Talks Legacy & Trump

Today on America in the Morning
 
Wray To Resign
The FBI will soon have a new director after Christopher Wray announced he would be stepping down in the next few weeks. John Stolnis has more from Washington.
 
More Evidence In Healthcare CEO Murder
They got a 3-D printed gun with his fingerprints on it, and now there are reports that police also have in their chain of evidence a notebook detailing plans to kill a healthcare CEO. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on evidence matching the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
 
Evacuations In Malibu Wildfire
A still out-of-control wildfire outside of Los Angeles is destroying property and forcing many, including celebrities like Dick Van Dyke and Cher to evacuate. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.
 
Tycoon Trio Facing Sex Charges
Three real estate tycoon brothers are facing serious Federal sex crime charges. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
 
Canada’s Tariff Threat
The first warning shot against proposed Donald Trump tariffs has been fired, and it comes from North-of-the-border.
 
House Passes Defense Bill
In Washington, the House has approved a defense bill that includes a military pay raise. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.

Kari Lake To VOA
President-elect Donald Trump said last night he is picking Kari Lake to be the next director of the Voice of America. 
 
Blinken On The Hot Seat
It happened in the first year of the Biden presidency, but for Secretary of State Antony Blinken, it’s in the last days of his time in office that he faced critical questions from a House committee looking into the chaotic US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
 
NJ Drone Mystery Hits Congress
A series of recent unidentified drone sightings over New Jersey and parts of New York are now prompting serious concerns on Capitol Hill. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. 
 
Daniel Penny Speaks Out
Daniel Penny, the former US Marine acquitted in the New York City subway chokehold trial involving Jordan Neely, has spoken out about what happened on the train and how his life has changed. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.
 
Trump To NYC
Donald Trump will travel to New York City today, as the Associated Press is reporting he will ring the opening bell of the New York Stock Exchange, one of the two honors he’s expected to receive. Mike Hempen reports.
 
Missing Hawaiian Found Safe
Hannah Kobayashi, the missing Hawaii woman whose disappearance prompted a massive search and a missing person investigation in Los Angeles, has been found safe. Sue Aller reports.
 
Wisconsin Kayaker Facing Charges
A Wisconsin kayaker who faked his own disappearance and left the country has returned home, and will now face criminal charges. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
 
Failed Supermarket Merger-Turned-Lawsuit
It was supposed to be a major supermarket merger, and now it’s turned into an even larger lawsuit. Correspondent Haya Panjwani explains.
 
Finally 
He was famous for his TV appearances and was also a friend to radio. The man who wowed talk show audiences for decades has passed away. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on the passing of The Amazing Kreskin.
 
While some Hollywood studios are continually expanding their franchises, it appears Sony is taking the web out of Spiderman’s hands. Kevin Carr explains.
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Wray To Resign, More Evidence In Healthcare CEO Murder, California Wildfire Evacuations, House Grills Blinken

Today on America in the Morning
 
Dealing With Drones
The debate is raging from small towns to Capitol Hill and the Pentagon over reported sightings of mysterious drones over New Jersey and other parts of the Mid-Atlantic. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports there are a number of theories as to where the drones are coming from, including New Jersey Congressman Jeff Van Drew, who told Fox News he is pointing the finger of blame at Iran.
 
Time’s Man Of The Year
President-elect Donald Trump received a double honor, along with being named Time Magazine’s Person of the Year, he got to ring the opening bell on Wall Street. Jim Roope reports.
 
FBI Holds Some Blame In New January 6 Report
A new report on the January 6, 2021 riot at the US Capitol cites some FBI missteps in how they approached security on that day. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
 
Biden’s Historic Pardons
President Biden is making history when it comes to pardons and commuted sentences. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
 
No Always Paying For Tips
There is a potential payoff for the McDonald’s worker and others who helped police make an arrest in the killing of a healthcare executive. However, as correspondent Ed Donahue reports, collecting the five-figure reward may not be easy.
 
SCOTUS Lottery
It’s not your typical lottery – this one is to see the happenings inside the Supreme Court. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.
 
Senate Keeps Busy
It's been a busy week in the United States Senate. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that Senators are tackling a range of issues to include social security and recent drone sightings. 
 
Latest On The Trump Nominees
With President-elect Donald Trump's pick to head the Pentagon far from a sure thing to be confirmed, Pete Hegseth met with a key senator in the hopes of peeling off at least one Democrat to support him. John Stolnis has more from Washington.
 
Biden’s Middle East Final Plans
Top aides to President Biden are making a final diplomatic push in the Middle East in efforts to end the war in Gaza and stabilize Syria. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
 
Found In Syria
A man identifying himself as an American from Missouri was found Thursday in Syria after he said he was freed when rebels who ousted Bashar al-Assad from power overran the prison where he was being held. 
 
Belichick Heads To College
He won six Super Bowls as a head coach, and won two more as a defensive coordinator. Bill Belichick’s lifelong goal of coaching a college football team has become reality. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
 
Trump Gets $1 Million From Meta
The owner of Meta has given a mega-donation to the Donald Trump inauguration fund. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
 
Attacking Bank Fees
The White House is hitting banks, cracking down against high overdraft fees. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
 
Finally 
There’s new trouble for jailed music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports three more lawsuits have been filed against Combs alleging sexual misconduct.
 
Finally, it was not the night before Christmas, and what was stirring in the chimney was not there with care. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports police were called and arrested someone who was clearly not Santa Claus.
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Dealing With Drones, Trump Time's Man Of The Year, A Very Busy Senate, Meta's Mega Trump Donation

Today on America in the Morning
 
Outcry Over Drone Sightings
Residents continue to be bewildered by the hundreds of drones seen flying over parts of New Jersey and New York over the last few weeks, and now federal officials are promising to try and get some answers. John Stolnis has more from Washington.
 
New Lawyer For Luigi Mangione
The suspect in the killing of the United Healthcare CEO has a new lawyer as he faces extradition back to New York to stand trial.
 
Latest On Pete Hegseth’s Nomination
Pete Hegseth, whose nomination for Defense Secretary is still not a done deal with Senators, may be preparing to release his accuser from a non-disclosure agreement. Pamela Furr has details.
 
ABC Settles With Trump
While he didn’t mention it on his Sunday show, ABC News agreed to pay millions as part of a legal settlement with Donald Trump over a defamation lawsuit. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
 
New Mexico Murders
A shocking discovery at a house in New Mexico over the weekend. Two adults and two teenagers were found dead inside a home south of Albuquerque, and under arrest is a 16-year-old boy. 
 
United’s Santa Flight
For some it was the plane trip of a lifetime. United Airlines flew some very special children and their parents on a fantasy flight to visit the North Pole. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.
 
US Diplomacy In The Middle East
The rapid fall of Syria has left the Syrian people free, but the power vacuum has many in the region concerned, including the United States which wants to help form a more stable new government to replace the Assad regime. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on celebrations in in the streets, and discussions in nearby capital cities as to what will come next. 
 
Democrats Questioning Presidential Pardons
There have been questions, including by leading Democrats, into Presidential pardons following President Biden’s move to pardon his son Hunter before he could have faced a likely prison sentence. Clayton Neville has the latest on comments made by Senators Amy Klobuchar and Bernie Sanders on the Sunday shows.
 
San Francisco Tornado
A few more feet of snow this weekend was no surprise in New York, nor were ice storms in the Northern Plains, rain in Florida, and snow in the Rockies and Cascades, but the tornado that hit San Francisco without warning was a shock to many. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.
 
Time Running Out For TikTok
The clock is ticking louder against the Chinese-owned social media app TikTok, as the company that operates it has suffered another legal setback. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
 
Statewide Cyberattack
If you live in Rhode Island, you may be the victim of a cyberattack. The New York Times is reporting that the personal and private information of possibly hundreds of thousands of people who applied for government assistance in Rhode Island could be in the hands of hackers. 
 
Update On Duke Lacrosse Developments
There’s reaction to the shocking new development in the 2006 Duke Lacrosse rape case. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
 
Trump’s Apple Visit
Another big tech leader has made a visit to Mar-a-Lago. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.
 
McConnell On Vaccines
There’s opposition already coming in from a leading member of the GOP for an apparent anti-vaccine idea being explored by the incoming Trump administration. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
 
Tech News
Amazon workers voted overwhelmingly to strike last week, with only a few delivery days left before Christmas. What does this mean for your delivery? Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s Tech news.
 
Finally 
It was another chart-topping weekend for Moana and Wicked. Kevin Carr has the best of the box office.
 
Aaron Pierre and Nicholas Alexander Chavez were just two of the people who made the list of the Associated Press Breakthrough Entertainers of the year. Correspondent Margie Szaroleta has details.
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Investigating Drone Dangers, Luigi Mangione's New Lawyer, Latest On The Hegseth Nomination, Questioning Presidential Pardons

Today on America in the Morning
 
Wisconsin School Shooting
Days before the holiday break, a deadly shooting at a private Christian school has rocked the community of Madison, Wisconsin. Authorities identified Natalie Rupnow as the 15-year-old shooter, who took the life of a teacher and a fellow student in a classroom before turning the gun on herself. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
 
Trump News Conference
President-elect Donald Trump gave his first news conference since last month's election, fielding questions on a wide array of topics. John Stolnis has the roundup from Washington.
 
Arrests In Army Drone Attack
Two men were arrested for exporting sensitive technology to Iran that was used in a deadly drone attack against American soldiers. Pamela Furr has the latest.
 
TikTok Goes To SCOTUS
This could be TikTok’s last chance to avoid being shut down in the United States. Correspondent Norman Hall reports the operators of the popular social media app have asked the Supreme Court to block a U.S. ban unless it's sold.
 
Judge Upholds Trump Conviction
A New York judge upheld the felony conviction against President-elect Donald Trump in the so-called hush money trial, rejecting Trump’s claim that a recent Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity had nullified his Manhattan criminal case. 
 
Latest On Wisconsin School Shooting
More is being learned about the shooting at a private Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin on Monday, including that one of the calls placed to 9-1-1 came from a terrified second grader inside the school. Authorities identified Natalie Rupnow as the 15-year-old who went by the name Samantha as the shooter, who took the life of a teacher and a fellow student before turning the gun on herself. Correspondent Haya Panjwani has the story.
 
Drone Arrests
Two people have been arrested for allegedly conducting what was described as a hazardous drone operation in the area of Logan International Airport in Boston. This comes as the Northeast has been the epicenter of a large number of perceived drone sightings. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
 
Latest In Ukraine
At least 30 North Korean troops, deployed to bolster Russian forces in their war in Ukraine, have been wounded or killed in Russia’s Kursk region. This comes as President-elect Donald Trump called the war between Russia and Ukraine “carnage,” and says the fighting has to stop. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
 
Trump Warns Federal Workers
President-Elect Donald Trump is promising to demand Federal workers return to the office, or face the loss of your job. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
 
Stowaway In Trouble Again
The woman who stowed away on a Delta Airlines flight from New York to France last month and was returned to the United States is in trouble with the law again. The FBI says Svetlana Dali was taken into custody in Buffalo trying to sneak into Canada. 
 
Religious Sect & Sex Abuse Claims
Survivors are seeking a reckoning as the FBI investigates child sex abuse in a little-known Christian sect. Correspondent Walter Ratliff reports.
 
Seat Belt Warning
Right now it’s just a flashing dashboard light or a little warning chirp, but soon the federal government will require passenger vehicles to sound alarms if rear passengers don't fasten their seat belts. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
 
Trump Nominates Five Ambassadors
President-elect Donald Trump has announced five new ambassadors to be posted. 
 
Finally 
Lawyers for Jay-Z plan to ask a judge to toss a lawsuit accusing the rapper of raping a 13-year-old. The unnamed accuser claimed that she had been raped by Jay-Z and Sean Diddy Combs at a party at a private residence after the MTV Video Music Awards in Manhattan in 2000. 
 
Friends star Lisa Kudrow has some serious concerns about the future of film making when it comes to artificial intelligence. Kevin Carr explains.
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Wisconsin School Shooting, Trump News Conference, Judge Upholds Trump Conviction, Latest On Drones

Today on America in the Morning
 
Details About The Wisconsin School Shooter
More is being learned about the 15-year-old girl who opened fire inside a Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin, killing a teacher and a classmate. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports police still are trying to figure out why it happened.
 
Terrorism Charge In Healthcare CEO Death
The man accused of killing the CEO of United Healthcare in New York City was indicted for first-degree murder. As correspondent Haya Panjwani reports, those charges also include the death as an act of terrorism.
 
Senate Social Security Bill
Later this morning, the U-S Senate will try to pass legislation aimed at providing full Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, but it comes with a price. Pamela Furr has more on this story.
 
Warning On Energy Exports
Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm is warning the incoming Trump administration to proceed cautiously as it considers proposals for new natural gas export terminals. Lisa Dwyer reports.
 
Trump Lawyers Hit Back
President-elect Donald Trump’s attorneys have gone back to a New York court with allegations against the jury in the so-called hush money case. Julie Walker has details.
 
Prison Settlement
The federal government is paying millions of dollars to settle rampant sexual abuse claims at a California women's prison. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
 
House Planning Budget Vote
With the deadline for a government shutdown rapidly approaching, Congressional leaders unveiled a stopgap spending bill that would fund the government into March. John Stolnis has more from Washington.
 
Latest On Trump Legal Cases
President-elect Donald Trump's legal cases are still seeing movement as he prepares to take office. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
 
Latest In Israel
In the Middle East, Israel announced it will be maintaining a presence in an area of the Golan Heights occupied by Syria. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
 
Maryland Mass Shooting
One person is dead and another nine have been hospitalized after a gunman opened fire outside of Baltimore last night. Towson, Maryland Police are calling it a mass shooting incident, and it may have been targeted. 
 
House GOP’s January 6 Report
The House GOP has wrapped up their own investigation on the January 6, 2021 events at the US Capitol, and is pointing fingers at former Congresswoman Liz Cheney. Lisa Dwyer reports.
 
Retail Sales Up
A report on last month’s retail sales shows some positives for the economy as we head toward the end of the year. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.
 
Snow Tire Recall
With some states already deluged with snow, the last thing you need are defective wheels. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on a massive snow tire recall.
 
Indiana’s Planned Execution
As the clock struck midnight, James Corcoran was given his last meal request of Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream and awaited a lethal injection in the Indiana State Prison. 
 
Ukraine Kills Russian General
This may be a chilling new phase in the war between Russia and Ukraine. A Ukrainian official tells the Associated Press his country carried out the bombing of a top Russian general in Moscow, an assassination of the Kremlin’s chief of the military’s nuclear, biological, and chemical protection forces that the Pentagon is saying the United States had nothing to do with. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.
 
Finally 
One of the roles actor Tom Cruise is famous for is playing a naval aviator hero in films. Now he is being honored by the Navy for his theatrical heroics. Kevin Carr has the story.
 
What do Cheech and Chong, Star Trek, Dirty Dancing, and Beverly Hills Cop all have in common? Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports they are all part of the 25 films being added to the Library of Congress National Film Registry.
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Wisconsin School Shooter Details, Terrorism Charges in Healthcare CEO Killing, House Plans Budget Vote, Senate Tackles Social Security

Today on America in the Morning
 
House Budget Deal Collapses
Republicans now face less than 48 hours to fix a budget bill and avert a government shutdown after President-elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk publicly stated they don’t like the bill as it is now. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
 
Gaetz Report To Be Released
In a surprising reversal, the House Ethics Committee tasked with investigating multiple areas of potential wrongdoing by former Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz will release their report to the public. John Stolnis has more from Washington.
 
Trump’s Warning To Cheney
President-elect Donald Trump says his political rival, former Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney, could be in serious trouble surrounding the House GOP Committee investigation into Trump's alleged role in the January 6 riot. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
 
SCOTUS To Hear TikTok Case
The Supreme Court announced they will hear the case against a potential nationwide ban on the TikTok app. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
 
LA Deputy Mayor On Leave
Police in Los Angeles have been investigating for two months to determine who phoned in a bomb threat to City Hall, and they believe they have found their suspect. Fox News is reporting the Deputy Mayor of Los Angeles has been place on leave.
 
The End Of The Murder Hornet
What a difference a year makes when it comes to the insect known as the Murder Hornet. Lisa Dwyer reports.
 
GOP Abandons House Budget Bill
It's back to the drawing board for GOP leaders in the U-S House after their spending plan catches criticism from Elon Musk and President-elect Donald Trump, who warned any Republican voting for the spending bill could face a tough reelection. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the current funding expires Friday night.
 
Fed Rate Cut Leads To Massive Stock Selloff
The Federal Reserve did impose an interest rate cut, but it’s signaling fewer rate cuts next year, and the moment they did, it sent stocks on Wall Street into freefall. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
 
Wisconsin Shooter’s Electronic Footprint
There is a new and disturbing element to this week’s school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, and it involves the police and FBI performing a deep-dive into the social media of the 15-year-old teenage shooter. 
 
Madison, Wisconsin Vigil
Community members in Madison, Wisconsin are grieving in the aftermath of the Christian school shooting that killed a teacher and a student, and wounded six others. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.
 
Israel Attacks Yemen
There are reports out of the Middle East that Israel sent warplanes to Yemen, targeting the Yemeni capital city for the first time, a retaliatory strike after Houthis in Yemen fired a missile last night toward Central Israel.
 
Bird Flu Update
California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared an emergency in response to growing concerns over bird flu cases across the nation. As correspondent Haya Panjwani reports, the first severe illness of bird flu in a person was reported in Louisiana.
 
Utah Murders
Police in Utah found a house of horrors, where a man, his wife, and two daughters were dead, and their teenage son shot in the head. Katie Clark has details.
 
Air Bag Recall Reversed
A government agency is doing an about-face from a massive air bag recall. Lisa Dwyer reports.
 
Tech News
In a plot twist, the Chinese have accused American spy agencies of cyber espionage in the theft of smart energy and sensitive Chinese corporate data. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s tech news.
 
Finally 
Actor Alec Baldwin is opening up about the Rust shooting case, and saying there’s more details to come. Kevin Carr reports.
 
It’s certainly not what an upstate New York homeowner expected to find while he was gardening. Correspondent Julie Walker reports on a man who found remains in his backyard from an animal that predates the Ice Age. 
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House Budget Deal Collapses, Gaetz Report To Be Released, Fed Cut Tanks Stocks, Latest On Wisconsin School Shooting

Today on America in the Morning
 
House Budget Vote Fails
After a vote scuttled a second stopgap spending bill in two days, a government shutdown appears to be more likely than not unless Congress can find common ground. John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.
 
Mangione’s Surprise Day In Court
Luigi Mangione, the man suspected in the shooting death of United Healthcare C-E-O Brian Thompson was surprised along with his lawyer when he found himself in in New York with a federal court appearance. Jim Roope has details.
 
Amazon Workers Strike
It’s possible that holiday gift will not arrive on time. Workers at several Amazon facilities are going on strike. Correspondent Donna Warder reports - Audio courtesy WABC-TV New York City.
 
TSA On Gifts
As for taking a flight, Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports holiday air travelers should beware of what gifts they bring on airplanes.
 
Senate Social Security Bill Close To Passage
The Senate voted overwhelmingly to advance a bill to boost Social Security benefits for more than 2 million Americans by repealing two laws that have limited payouts to state and local public-sector workers and their families. 
 
Fani Willis Out
The prosecutor in the Georgia election case against Donald Trump has been removed. Correspondent Mike Hempen tells us why.
 
House Fails To Pass Budget
The US Government will shut down in less than 24 hours unless Congress comes up with a plan and acts on it by tonight. Federal funding expires when the clock strikes 12:01-AM Saturday.
 
Larger US Troop Presence In Syria
There is a larger-than-expected American military presence in Syria. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the Pentagon says it more than doubled the number of U.S. troops in Syria before the Assad regime's fall.
 
FAA Closes NJ Drone Airspace
Following outcry over mysterious drone sightings, and some being spotted in areas including over Donald Trump’s Bedminster home and military facilities, the FAA is stepping in with an order for the skies above New Jersey. Bob Brown reports.
 
Indictments In New York City
The New York City Mayor’s former chief adviser, her son and two real estate investors were indicted on bribery and conspiracy charges, the latest in a string of investigations targeting people associated with Mayor Eric Adams. Pamela Furr reports.
 
DOJ Targets CVS
One of the largest drug store chains in the nation is in trouble with the law. The Justice Department is accusing CVS Pharmacy of filling unlawful prescriptions for opioids. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.
 
Deportations Increase
A surprising statistic has been released by the government, as 2024 marks the highest numbers of people being deported from the United States in about a decade. Lisa Dwyer has the story.
 
Oklahoma Execution
A man in Oklahoma was put to death by lethal injection, the last execution in the US this year. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
 
Home Sales Higher
The numbers were good for November home sales, but there’s concerns as mortgage rates have been ticking higher. Correspondent Rita Foley reports.
 
Finally 
Cookie Monster, Elmo, and Big Bird are officially on hiatus. Sesame Workshop, the non-profit company that makes the long-running children’s show is looking for a new distribution partner after Warner Brothers Discovery decided to not renew its agreement. 
 
You have probably heard that famous holiday favorite, “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” sometime this month. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on the long history of Brenda Lee’s song.
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