The A.M. Update

Aaron McIntire covers the escalating feud over the "big beautiful bill," with Elon Musk slamming it as a "disgusting abomination" while Trump and Mike Johnson defend its massive tax cuts and spending. The wife and five children of Boulder terror suspect Mohamed Sabry Soliman face expedited deportation, as Kristi Noem probes their role, and two Chinese nationals are charged with smuggling a fungal agro-terrorism weapon. From Citibank's policy shift to protect conservative clients to Phil Robertson's unaired Duck Dynasty prayer, plus a heartwarming chat with Aaron's son Ben, the show tackles news and culture. news, politics, Aaron McIntire, big beautiful bill, Elon Musk, Donald Trump, Mike Johnson, Rand Paul, tax cuts, debt ceiling, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, Boulder attack, terrorism, illegal immigration, deportation, Kristi Noem, ICE, Chinese nationals, agro-terrorism, Fusarium Graminearum, University of Michigan, Joe Biden, pardons, transgender inmates, chemical castration, Ted Cruz, Cory Booker, Citibank, debanking, Donald Trump Jr., cryptocurrency, Mondelez, Aldi, Harvey Milk, Pete Hegseth, Phil Robertson, Duck Dynasty, current events

Aaron McIntire covers the fallout from the Boulder terror attack by Mohamed Sabry Soliman, with Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi vowing to deport the Egyptian national and prosecute anti-Semitic violence. Senate Majority Leader John Thune warns of a $2.6 trillion tax hike if the "big, beautiful bill" fails, while the Washington Post baffles over a "mysterious" fentanyl drop at the secured border. Democrats struggle to connect with young men, as Nate Silver's data reveals conservatives dominate among those with strong mental health, hinting at a spiritual divide. news, politics, Aaron McIntire, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, Boulder attack, terrorism, illegal immigration, Donald Trump, Pam Bondi, hate crime, deportation, John Thune, big beautiful bill, tax increase, child tax credit, Washington Post, fentanyl, border security, Axios, economy, optimism, ICE, masks, doxxing, Moderna, COVID vaccine, Mount Etna, volcano, global warming, Steve Milloy, Tim Walz, young men, Nate Silver, mental health, spiritual battle, current events

Aaron McIntire dives into Ukraine's audacious drone strikes on Russian air bases, targeting 40 strategic bombers, as ceasefire talks loom in Istanbul without Trump's prior knowledge. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent challenges CBS's Margaret Brennan on inflation fears, while the Supreme Court greenlights ending legal status for 532,000 immigrants. Aaron questions Chinese real estate near U.S. military bases, warns of drone warfare risks, and highlights Stephen Miller's take on Democrat failures. news, politics, Aaron McIntire, Ukraine, Russia, drone attacks, strategic bombers, ceasefire talks, Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump administration, Scott Bessent, inflation, Supreme Court, immigration, Kristi Noem, Chinese real estate, military bases, Stephen Miller, Democrat Party, big beautiful bill, East Palestine, Bill Clinton, Doge, Elon Musk, Pete Buttigieg, 2028 election, current events

Aaron McIntire recaps the week's highlights, slamming Democrats for their authentic disdain for young men, calling out their "matrix problem" of transparent hostility. Phil Robertson's passing at 79 prompts reflection on his gospel-driven life, while Aaron shares the rare joy of a mundane family day. Mike Rowe critiques Harvard's $54 billion endowment, Doge's failure sparks debate with 47.8% of listeners calling it "cooked," and Elon Musk's exit underscores GOP betrayal.

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On No Suck Saturday for May 31, 2025, Aaron and Bella McIntire share five uplifting stories, from Doug Wilson's bold church plant in Washington, D.C., to a Tennessee girl inviting her bus driver to her graduation party. An Oregon man sails to Hawaii with his cat, a Welsh mom wins a 100K ultramarathon while breastfeeding, and Jennifer Lawrence gushes about motherhood's transformative power. The duo dives into C.S. Lewis's Mere Christianity, exploring cardinal virtues, and shares family highlights, like Abby's dog obsession.

A federal appeals court pauses a ruling blocking President Trump's tariffs, while Caroline Levitt slams courts for ignoring past trade wrongs. Dan Bongino uncovers a hidden room of James Comey-era classified documents at the FBI, Tom Homan mourns a Texan killed by illegal immigrants, and Eric Schmidt defines MAGA as fighting for working-class dignity. Wesley Huff explains sin and salvation on the Flagrant podcast, plus Aaron answers your questions, from June's vibe to smoked cream cheese.

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A U.S. Court of International Trade rules against President Trump's tariff powers, prompting Stephen Miller to decry a judicial coup, while Marco Rubio revokes visas for Chinese students tied to the CCP. Elon Musk exits Doge, disappointed by the "big, beautiful bill," which Stephen Miller and Mike Johnson defend as a historic tax cut and reform package, though 47.8% of poll respondents call Doge "absolutely cooked." FBI Director Kash Patel insists Jeffrey Epstein killed himself but promises answers on the Epstein files, while Dan Bongino probes anti-Christian violence in Seattle, and Mike Rowe slams Harvard's $54 billion endowment.

The Trump administration escalates its fight to cut federal ties with Harvard over anti-Semitism and race-based policies, while RFK Jr. officially ends COVID vaccine recommendations for healthy kids and pregnant women. Trump's optimism for Russia-Ukraine peace fades amid escalating missile strikes, and Justices Alito and Thomas dissent in a free speech case involving a student's "two genders" shirt. From Tommy Tuberville's Alabama governor bid to Ron DeSantis slamming GOP inaction on DOGE cuts, plus why Democrats face a "matrix" problem.

tThe episode covers President Trump venting frustration over Putin and Zelensky, while judicial tyranny blocks deportations and campus reforms, sparking cries of a "judicial coup" from Stephen Miller. The House's "big, beautiful bill" faces Senate pushback from Rand Paul and Ron Johnson, who slam its $4 trillion debt hike, despite Mike Johnson touting historic cuts. From an Afrikaner refugee's awe at America's safety to Seattle's mayor blaming Christians for Antifa violence, plus Phil Robertson's legacy, this episode dives deep—ending with Aaron's heartfelt take on family's mundane moments. Follow @RealAMUpdate on X and Instagram.

Join Aaron McIntire on The A.M. Update Memorial Day Special, honoring the fallen with the origin story of Decoration Day, established in 1868 to decorate Civil War graves at Arlington National Cemetery. Hear the inspiring tales of conscientious objectors Joseph G. LaPointe Jr. and Thomas W. Bennett, Vietnam War medics who earned Medals of Honor for their selfless bravery, saving lives without wielding weapons. Their stories, laid to rest in Ohio and West Virginia, challenge today's apathy and call us to carry their burden of sacrifice.