Alexander Butterfield, former aide to President Nixon, passed away yesterday at 99 years old, a month shy of his centennial birthday. He is the man who revealed the Watergate Tapes' existence, ultimately leading to President Nixon's resignation. Attorney Rufus Edmisten, Deputy Chief Counsel for the Senate Watergate Committee, recounts Butterfield's testimony and the subsequent historic scandal.

Erick looks at the latest Iran conflict headlines, as spiking oil prices seem to be coming back down, while President Trump continues to obfuscate his "war plan" duration - begging whether that discrepancy is to intentionally confuse Iranian leadership, or just indicative that he doesn't have a clear plan? Meanwhile, it's a "jungle primary" special election today in Erick's backyard of Georgia as 17 candidates vie for the open US House seat (Dist.14). And in other news, Erick is coming to town this weekend for The Players' Championship - who is he rooting for? Hear more on the Erick Erickson Show, noon to 3pm.

Iran has elevated Khamenei's son Mojtaba to new Supreme Leader, with an expectation of continuing his father's hardline political positions. Secretary Hegseth and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu continue their anti-nuclear/anti-regime propaganda campaign in the media, with Hegseth saying today will be the busiest day of airstrikes so far.

There is a special election in Georgia today to replace Marjorie Taylor Green's US House seat (District 14). 17 candidates are on the ballot: 12 Republicans, 3 Democrats, 1 Libertarian, and 1 Independent. President Trump has endorsed Republican Clay Fuller, MTG did not offer a candidate endorsement.

The lack of DHS funding is impacting the travel industry, as some airports are seeing hours-long security lines. If you are travelling soon (that means you, Spring Breakers!), check TSA wait times and plan accordingly. Global Entry has been suspended nationwide, and TSA PreCheck may not be available depending on staffing.

TUE – Have you used a medical data test site, like 23-And-Me? They had a big data breach! And even if they didn’t, your data privacy isn’t guaranteed on sites like that. You could be putting your data at risk – to insurance companies, scammers, or worse!

Many factors contribute to the rising costs of energy and fuel, most recently including the growth of AI/data centers and oil costs relative to international conflicts. Sean Gallagher, Sr. VP of Policy, Solar Energy Industries Assoc., joins JMN to advocate for solar power as an alternative power resource for private consumers and industries that could offset increasing demands and costs.

Clay Co. Commissioner Betsy Condon joined JMN to discuss a public budget workshop Tuesday, March 10, at 9am in Green Cove Springs. The workshop will include discussions on infrastructure projects shaping the County’s future.

Iran named Mojtaba Khamenei as Supreme Leader, succeeding his father. Trump doesn’t approve. Meanwhile, oil prices soar while missiles continue to drop. And a 7th US serviceman has died from injuries in a strike on Saudi Arabia early in this conflict.

Today starts the 9th annual Tenikka's Books For Kids book drive. Action News Jax's Tenikka Hughes created this initiative to promote children's literacy. Visit ActionNewsJax.com to see how you can donate.