Wildfire Winds Return, Strings Attached For Wildfire Aid, Judge OK's Jack Smith Report Release, Inauguration Plans

Today on America in the Morning Wildfire Winds Return Southern California is on edge with the return of strong winds as the deadly and devastating wildfires continue to burn out of control with more than 60 square miles now decimated. Jim Roope reports from Los Angeles. “Strings Attached” For Wildfire Aid As firefighters work to slow down the massive Los Angeles wildfires, lawmakers in Washington are reacting to reports that there’s “been some discussion” of tying wildfire aid to a debt limit increase, and others who want limits attached to any California emergency aid. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Judge OK’s Jack Smith Report Release A judge has cleared the way for special counsel Jack Smith's report on Donald Trump’s election interference case to be released, unless there’s a final appeal. The details from correspondent Haya Panjwani. Biden Touts Foreign Policy Achievements Speaking at the State Department for the final time as Commander-in-Chief, President Biden says his foreign policy achievements have left America on a stronger footing than four years ago. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports. Special Council Slams Biden On Hunter Report Reaction The special counsel looking into the actions of Hunter Biden criticized his father for making what he called “baseless accusations” about his inquiry. David Weiss said President Biden threatened the integrity of his investigation. Basketball Star’s Stalker Arrest A Texas man is facing charges for allegedly stalking the most popular player in women’s basketball. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports. Inauguration Performers We’re learning more about the events surrounding the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump on Monday. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on who will be performing at Trump's inauguration. Florida Prepares For Immigration Crackdown Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is calling for a special legislative session in his state to address an immigration crackdown after President-elect Donald Trump takes office. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Israel-Hamas Talks Progressing High-level US-backed cease-fire talks appeared to be gaining momentum as Arab and American mediators pressed for an agreement to halt the fighting in Gaza and release hostages held by Hamas before President-elect Donald Trump assumes office on Monday. Correspondent Charles deLedesma reports. Melania Trump’s Plans The soon-to-be-again-First Lady spoke with Fox News about what her plans will be when she and her husband return to the White House. Katie Clark has the story. COVID Checks Coming They’re being readied for electronic delivery. Lisa Dwyer reports that the IRS is distributing over $2 billion dollars to taxpayers who didn’t receive their COVID stimulus payments. Tech News There was news overnight involving TikTok – A published report has Billionaire Elon Musk in last minute talks with Tik Tok's Chinese parent Bytedance to buy the short video app that has1 point 2 billion active users, just days before it could be banned by the US Government. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s tech news. Finally The Los Angeles wildfire is having a major impact on Hollywood, shutting down studio productions, delaying award shows, and seeing a number of celebrities losing their homes. Kevin Carr reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices