Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Kirstin joins JMN to talk about the vote for the vacant seat of the Speaker of the House. There are currently two candidates in the running and that is Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan.

Alexus joins Rich to discuss the war in Israel and the Pro-Israel tonight in Jacksonville

Brian joins Rich to discuss what is going on in Israel and how the Palestinians in the US are acting with the war that started this past weekend. Also, he talks about the US government is handling it.

Congressman Waltz joins JMN to discuss the latest events in Israel and potential responses, plus update the House GOP plans to elect a new Speaker so such responses might be actualized.

Ryan reports on the latest in DC, as two prominant GOP nominees lead consideration for the Speaker of the House position - Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan - while Democrats will nominate Hakeem Jeffries as an alternative. Closed door meetings today and tomorrow are expected to lead to a vote on Wednesday. Until a new Speaker is elected, no House business can advance.

Brent Martineau joins JMN to recap the Jags sweeping their opponents in their London series this year, moving to first place in their division. But there's no rest for the victorious, as the Jags have another home game this weekend followed by a Thursday prime time game on the road.

Jonathan has the latest update on Israel's response to Hamas attacks over the weekend, including a seige on Gaza and cutting off all resources (water, power, fuel) to the area.

Tensions are rising overseas as Israel formally declared war to retaliate against Hamas for Saturday’s surprise attack. The toll has now passed 1,100 dead – incluidng some Americans - and thousands wounded on both sides. Here on Capitol Hill, Senate Leaders and Whips, the chairs of foreign, military and defense committees attended an unclassified briefing following the attacks by Hamas on Israel this weekend. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says he will try to hold a briefing with all Senators this week. We breakdown the latest response from Washington to this international incident.

Alexus reports on a Jacksonville resident who is currently in Israel with his family, during the latest violence between Israel and Hamas. Travel from Israel is difficult as many airlines have suspended traffic due to recent events. Local organizations including the Jewish Federation of Northeast Florida have reacted to events, and are working on events to raise awareness and aid.

The Jaguars are in London for the 2nd half of their double-header, this time headed to Tottenham Stadium as the visiting team (?!) against the Buffalo Bills. Brent has all the game prep coverage, including a birthday for Trevor Lawrence. You can catch the game Sunday morning 930am on FOX30, and hear more on Brent & Friends 3pm-6pm on ESPN 690!