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Pentagon Turmoil and Supreme Court Showdown: A Day of High-Stakes Decisions


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In today's episode, we delve into the mounting pressure on U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth amid security breach allegations, and the potential shake-up at the Pentagon. We also explore a pivotal Supreme Court case on religious rights in public schools that could redefine educational policies nationwide. Plus, the resignation of '60 Minutes' executive producer Bill Owens raises questions about editorial independence in major news organizations. Join us for these stories and more.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPoXRDaqHaA
https://www.axios.com/2025/04/17/pentagon-official-john-ullyot-resign-defense-department
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/hegseth-faces-calls-to-resign-amid-leadership-concerns-and-new-signal-chat-revelations
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/04/18/defense-secretary-chief-of-staff-joe-kasper-departure-00299508
https://democrats.org/news/trumps-unfit-and-unqualified-defense-secretary-must-resign-after-sharing-critical-military-secrets-again/
https://www.scotusblog.com/2025/04/supreme-court-likely-to-rule-for-parental-opt-out-on-lgbtq-books-in-schools/
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/supreme-court-hears-major-case-on-public-school-curriculum-and-parental-rights
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/60-minutes-executive-producer-bill-owens-to-depart-cbs-news/
https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2025-04-22/60-minutes-executive-producer-bill-owens-resigns
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/60-minutes-executive-producer-bill-owens-to-step-down/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rySb9p-xrZw
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