Hour 3 covers a wide range of political and global developments. It opens with a discussion on the state of the U.S. economy, gas and energy prices, and the upcoming presidential address. The segment transitions into political speculation for the 2028 election, highlighting early frontrunners and betting odds, and engaging listener predictions. Attention then shifts to breaking news: the funeral procession of St. Charles County Ambulance Lieutenant Sarah McCarthy, and revelations about the FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago, including claims that probable cause was lacking and that political pressure drove the operation. International coverage follows with Jonathan Savage reporting on the Hanukkah shooting in Australia, exploring suspect backgrounds, ISIS-inspired motivations, and proposed gun law reforms. The hour closes with further discussion of the 2028 election landscape, potential candidates, running mates, and party strategies, setting the stage for a long political cycle ahead.