Aaron McIntire delivers a Friday Five Pack, covering the confirmation of an illegal alien truck driver’s deadly crash in California, President Trump’s pause on National Guard deployment in San Francisco, and his aggressive moves against Latin American cartels. Plus, a shocking FBI bust of NBA stars and coaches tied to game-fixing and mob activities, and copper thieves targeting EV chargers in Los Angeles.   AM Update, Aaron McIntire, illegal immigration, truck crash, California, Trump, National Guard, cartels, NBA scandal, FBI, Kash Patel, copper theft, EV chargers, Eric Adams, Andrew Cuomo, New York City

Aaron McIntire breaks down the latest on the U.S. military’s strikes on drug-carrying vessels, the ongoing government shutdown standoff with Democrats, and President Trump’s clash with GOP lawmakers over Argentine beef imports. Plus, Ron DeSantis doubles down on his bold plan to abolish property taxes in Florida, and Michael Jordan reflects on his NBA legacy.

 

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The A.M. Update dives into the ongoing Democrat-led government shutdown, now the longest in history, as Trump and Senate Republicans push for a resolution. Meanwhile, progress in the Middle East peace plan exceeds expectations, Cincy's police chief faces accountability, and a shocking financial story of illegal immigrants racking up massive debt raises alarms about economic stability.    government shutdown, Trump, Schumer, Middle East peace, JD Vance, illegal immigration, debt crisis, Cincinnati police, Ted Cruz, John Brennan

The A.M. Update dives into the ongoing federal government shutdown entering its fourth week, with Democrats and Republicans trading blame while betting markets predict a six-week stalemate. An Amazon Web Services outage disrupts major platforms like Snapchat and Zoom, exposing risks of centralized internet infrastructure. Plus, a daring heist at the Louvre Museum sees thieves escape with priceless jewels, and Curtis Sliwa defends his New York City mayoral run against calls to drop out.

 

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The A.M. Update breaks down the astroturfed "No Kings" protests against Trump, which erupted into violence in Portland. Israel halts Gaza aid after alleged Hamas ceasefire violations, while a U.S. resident is charged for aiding the October 7th attack. JD Vance rallies Marines against "diversity quotas," and Trump commutes George Santos’ sentence. Analysis of China’s delayed Fourth Plenum (October 20-23) signals potential economic shifts amid trade tensions.

 

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The A.M. Update delivers a Friday five-pack of stories, including John Bolton’s indictment for mishandling classified documents and Mitch McConnell’s concerning fall in the Capitol. Jay Jones apologizes for vile texts in Virginia’s AG race, while Zohran Mamdani shames Andrew Cuomo in NYC’s mayoral debate.   John Bolton, classified documents, Mitch McConnell, Jay Jones, Virginia AG race, Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, NYC mayoral race, AOC, Chuck Schumer, economy, bond markets, Apple podcast issues, Kamala Harris book tour, Mark Driscoll, Adam Steen

Aaron McIntire breaks down President Trump's candid admission of a trade war with China, the Democrats' growing list of demands to end the government shutdown, and Keira Knightley's dismissal of the trans agenda. Plus, insights on federal layoffs, a potential Voting Rights Act challenge, and a new immigration plan prioritizing English speakers.   Trump, China trade war, government shutdown, Democrats, Keira Knightley, trans agenda, Voting Rights Act, immigration reform, federal layoffs, Supreme Court, Conduit Clothing,

The A.M. Update covers the posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom for Charlie Kirk, with heartfelt remarks from his widow, Erica. President Trump’s busy week includes a historic Gaza peace agreement and securing funds for troops amid a government shutdown. A father in Arkansas runs for sheriff after k*lling his daughter’s r*pist, sparking debate on justice and vigilantism.   Charlie Kirk, Presidential Medal of Freedom, Erica Kirk, Donald Trump, Gaza peace agreement, government shutdown, troop funding, Aaron Spencer, Arkansas sheriff, vigilante justice, Marco Rubio, narco-terrorism, Barack Obama, old-fashioned values

On today's A.M. Update, Aaron McIntire reflects on President Trump's triumphant Middle East tour, from Israel's Knesset applause to Egypt's honors, sealing a historic peace deal with Hamas and the release of 20 hostages. Back home, the government shutdown drags into its second week, with layoffs hitting federal workers and economic ripples growing. Plus, escalating Taliban-Pakistan clashes, Fauci's ominous pandemic warning, and a sharp debate on abortion among progressive Christians.   Trump, Middle East peace, Israel, Hamas, government shutdown, Marco Rubio, JD Vance, Anthony Fauci, Taliban Pakistan, abortion debate,

Aaron McIntire breaks down President Trump's pivotal trip to Israel for a historic hostage transfer, potentially marking a Berlin Wall moment in the Hamas-Israel conflict. China backtracks on aggressive trade moves after Trump's tariff threats, and the government shutdown takes center stage as JD Vance calls out media distractions. Plus, updates on a tragic Tennessee explosion, border security shifts, and a surprising Antifa narrative push from the left.   Trump, Israel, Hamas, China trade, government shutdown, JD Vance, border security, Antifa, Tennessee explosion, Dominion Voting Systems