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VP Vance Thanks The American People

Vice President J.D. Vance delivered a message of humility and gratitude to the American people, crediting their patience for allowing the Trump administration to finally solve the long-standing problem of a terrorist-supporting Iran racing toward a nuclear weapon.

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12 Killed In Missouri Skydiving Plane Crash

Twelve people were killed after a plane carrying a group of skydivers crashed in western Missouri on Sunday, according to authorities. The aircraft went down in a field near Butler, about 65 miles south of Kansas City, and caught fire after impact. Officials said the pilot and 11 passengers were on board at the time of the crash. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said the plane was transporting people for a skydiving outing when it plunged into the field. Emergency crews responded to the scene, but there were no survivors. Investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration have been dispatched to the crash site and are working to determine what caused the aircraft to go down. Authorities have not yet released the identities of the victims as the investigation continues.

Iran World Cup Match Sparks Protests In L.A.

Iran’s opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is drawing mixed reactions from Iranian Americans in Southern California, where both watch parties and protests are planned ahead of the team's game against New Zealand. The match is being held near Los Angeles, home to the largest Iranian community outside of Iran. While many fans plan to support the national team, others say they will gather outside the stadium to protest the Iranian government's crackdown on dissent and human rights concerns. Some members of the Iranian diaspora say they remain proud of the players and want to separate the team from politics. Others argue the national team has become too closely associated with the government and are using the global spotlight of the World Cup to voice opposition. The differing reactions highlight deep divisions within the Iranian American community as many balance their love of soccer with concerns about events unfolding in Iran. Despite the controversy, supporters and protesters alike are expected to turn out in large numbers for the highly anticipated match.

Knicks Title Celebration Turns Chaotic in NYC

New York City erupted in celebration after the New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship in 53 years, ending one of the longest title droughts in professional basketball. Thousands of fans poured into the streets Saturday night following the Knicks' comeback victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Celebrations centered around Madison Square Garden and spread throughout Midtown Manhattan as fans cheered, chanted, and celebrated the historic win. However, the festivities quickly turned chaotic in some areas. Police reported multiple arrests after crowds clashed with officers, damaged property, and created disturbances throughout the city. Authorities said some fans climbed scaffolding, light poles, and vehicles, while others vandalized police property. Officials are continuing to assess the damage and review incidents connected to the post-game celebrations as the city marks the Knicks' long-awaited championship victory.

Lawmakers Call For Warning Labels On Children's Shows

A growing debate is underway over whether television programs aimed at children should include new content warnings for parents. The discussion comes after calls from lawmakers and advocacy groups for the Federal Communications Commission to consider adding labels that would alert parents when children's programming includes themes related to gender identity or LGBT topics. Supporters argue parents should have more information about the content their children are watching, while critics say existing television ratings systems already provide guidance for families. Current TV ratings include categories such as TV-Y, TV-G, TV-PG and TV-14, along with content descriptors for violence, language and sexual content. Advocates of the proposal say additional disclosures would improve transparency and help parents make informed viewing decisions. The issue remains under review, and any changes to the ratings system would likely require further public input and regulatory consideration.

Trump Nominates Attorney James McDonald For Top New York Prosecutor Post

President Donald Trump has announced plans to nominate attorney James McDonald to serve as the next U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, one of the most prominent federal prosecutor positions in the country. McDonald is a former federal prosecutor and currently serves on Trump's legal team, helping handle the president's appeal of his New York felony convictions related to hush money payments made during the 2016 campaign. If confirmed, McDonald would succeed Jay Clayton, who was recently tapped by Trump to serve as director of national intelligence. The Southern District of New York oversees many of the nation's highest-profile financial, public corruption, and national security cases. The nomination will require Senate confirmation before McDonald can officially take office.

Trump Celebrates 80th Birthday With White House UFC Event

President Donald Trump marked his 80th birthday Sunday by attending a special UFC fight night held on the White House lawn. Thousands of spectators gathered for the event, which featured seven fights and was organized as part of celebrations leading up to the nation's 250th anniversary in 2026. The unique venue transformed the White House grounds into an outdoor arena for the evening's matches. Trump, a longtime supporter of the UFC and a frequent attendee of major fight events, greeted fighters and fans throughout the night. The event combined sports and patriotism, drawing supporters and visitors to the nation's capital for the historic celebration. The White House UFC showcase is one of several events planned as the country prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence next year.

Trump Heads To G-7 Summit In France

President Donald Trump is traveling to France for the Group of Seven summit following the announcement of a tentative agreement aimed at ending the conflict with Iran. The summit, taking place in the French Alps, is expected to focus heavily on developments in the Middle East, including efforts to reopen shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz after months of disruption tied to the conflict. World leaders are also expected to discuss the global economic impact of the fighting, including energy prices and supply chain concerns. Trump arrives at the gathering after unveiling the preliminary agreement, which would extend the ceasefire and begin the process of reopening one of the world's most important shipping routes. While details of the agreement are still being finalized, the development is expected to dominate discussions among allied leaders. In addition to the situation in Iran, Trump is expected to meet with fellow G-7 leaders and discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine, including talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other international partners. The summit is expected to address security, trade, and broader geopolitical challenges facing the alliance.

Ebola Outbreak Grows In Congo

Health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo say the country’s Ebola outbreak continues to worsen, with 782 confirmed cases and 181 deaths reported since the outbreak was declared on May 15. The outbreak is being driven by the rare Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, for which there is currently no approved vaccine or specific treatment. Health authorities say the majority of cases have been concentrated in the eastern Ituri province, though infections have also spread to neighboring North and South Kivu provinces and into Uganda. Efforts to contain the outbreak have been complicated by ongoing armed conflict, attacks on healthcare workers, and mistrust of public health officials in affected communities. The movement of displaced residents and artisanal miners throughout the region has also made contact tracing and monitoring more difficult. International health agencies continue to support response efforts as officials work to slow the spread of the deadly virus and prevent additional fatalities.

Trump: U.S. & Iran Peace Deal Now Complete

Posting on Truth Social Sunday night, President Trump writes: "The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all! I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade. Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow! President DONALD J. TRUMP."

Tornadoes In Illinois & Indiana Leave Residents Grappling With Damage; Cleanup Efforts Underway

Residents in tornado-ravaged areas in Illinois and Indiana are grappling with damage to their homes and neighborhoods after a strong line of storms barreled through communities south of Chicago. Cleanup efforts were underway Friday and officials were assessing the damage. Dozens of buildings were damaged and scores of trees and power lines were downed. Several hundred thousand customers are without power and dozens of flights at Chicago airports have been canceled or delayed. There were no reports of any deaths from Thursday's storms, although several people were treated for minor injuries. Tornado damage was reported in Merrillville and Hebron, Indiana, as well as in Streator, Illinois.

Police Arrest Suspect In Shooting At Ohio Festival That Wounded 12

TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — Police in Ohio have arrested a suspect in a shooting that wounded 12 people at a crowded neighborhood street festival last weekend. Eljay Crisp-Carr, 20, was taken into custody Thursday and charged with 11 counts of felonious assault. Court documents do not list an attorney for him and no one answered a call to a phone number associated with him Friday morning. The gunfire broke out Saturday during the Old West End Festival in Toledo at a park filled with tents, music and food trucks in a neighborhood dotted with Victorian homes. Police said a fight between rival groups apparently escalated into two people shooting at each other, although they were not among the wounded. In a criminal complaint filed in Toledo Municipal Court, a detective described video showing Crisp-Carr participating in the fight. After another man started shooting, Crisp-Carr moved away from the group but then turned and opened fire, the detective wrote. He was seen firing indiscriminately into the crowd, the detective wrote. The detective said she used witness statements, social media and law enforcement photos to identify Crisp-Carr. Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for the other suspect, Ka Nye Taylor, but he hasn't been caught. Phone numbers for Taylor or his family members were not available or found in online directories. Hundreds of people were attending the annual festival in a historic district of Toledo, a city on the western edge of Lake Erie about 55 miles (90 kilometers) southwest of Detroit. Organizers canceled the event’s second day because of the shooting. The violence sent terrified bystanders fleeing while others rushed to help the injured alongside medics and police. The victims ranged from teenagers to one person in their 60s. At a news conference Tuesday, the police chief and other city officials praised officers and good Samaritans who quickly offered help to the victims. “We saw strangers who were shocked and frightened by the violence they just saw, they jumped into action,” said Chief of Fire and Rescue Allison Armstrong. “They helped others by placing tourniquets, dressing wounds, applying pressure and comforting those victims until additional help could arrive.”

Judge Denies Kennedy Center Request For Pause In Ruling Ordering Trump's Name Removed From Building

WASHINGTON (AP) — A judge has denied a request from the Kennedy Center to pause a ruling ordering President Donald Trump's name removed from building. That denial came Friday. U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper ruled last month that Trump’s name was illegally added to the iconic Washington performing arts facility. Cooper ruled only Congress could institute a change to the Kennedy Center’s name and ordered references to Trump to be removed by Friday. Now he's refused the Kennedy's Center board's request to stay the ruling.

Judge Rules Trump Can Stage UFC Fights On White House's South Lawn This Weekend

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge has refused to stop the White House from staging a UFC show this weekend in an elaborate ring already built on the South Lawn to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary — on President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday. U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta ruled Friday that organizers can use the White House lawn as the venue for Sunday’s planned UFC mixed martial arts event. The nonprofit Public Integrity Project sued to challenge Trump’s UFC Freedom 250 event. The White House calls the lawsuit baseless, saying it's no different from many other events hosted at public forums in the capital.

CENTCOM: U.S. Forces Continue Strictly Enforcing Blockade Against Iran

U.S. Central Command posted on X Friday afternoon: "U.S. forces continue to strictly enforce the blockade against Iran. CENTCOM has redirected 139 compliant commercial ships and disabled 9 non-compliant vessels since April 13."

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Larry Elder is an American lawyer, writer, and radio and television personality who calls himself the "Sage of South Central" a district of Los Angeles, Larry says his philosophy is to entertain, inform, provoke and to hopefully uplift. His calling card is "we have a country to save" and to him this means returning to the bedrock Constitutional principles of limited government and maximum personal responsibility. Elder's iconoclastic wit and intellectual agility makes him a particularly attractive voice in a nation that seems weary of traditional racial dialogue.” – Los Angeles Times.

Mike Gallagher Mike Gallagher began his broadcasting career in 1978 in Dayton, Ohio. Today, he is one of the most listened-to talk radio show hosts in America, recently having been ranked in the Talkers Magazine “Heavy Hundred” list – the 100 most important talk radio hosts in America. Prior to being launched into national syndication in 1998, Mike hosted the morning show on WABC-AM in New York City. Today, Talkers Magazine reports that his show is heard by over 3.75 million weekly listeners. Besides his radio work, Mike is seen on Fox News Channel as an on-air contributor, frequently appearing on the cable news giant.

Hugh Hewitt is one of the nation’s leading bloggers and a genuine media revolutionary. He brings that expertise, his wit and what The New Yorker magazine calls his “amiable but relentless manner” to his nationally syndicated show each day.

When Dr. Sebastian Gorka was growing up, he listened to talk radio under his pillow with a transistor radio, dreaming that one day he would be behind the microphone. Beginning New Year’s Day 2019, he got his wish. Gorka now hosts America First every weekday afternoon 3 to 6pm ET. Gorka’s unique story works well on the radio. He is national security analyst for the Fox News Channel and author of two books: "Why We Fight" and "Defeating Jihad." His latest book releasing this fall is “War For America’s Soul.” He is uniquely qualified to fight the culture war and stand up for what is great about America, his adopted home country.

Broadcasting from his home station of KRLA in Los Angeles, the Dennis Prager Show is heard across the country. Everything in life – from politics to religion to relationships – is grist for Dennis’ mill. If it’s interesting, if it affects your life, then Dennis will be talking about it – with passion, humor, insight and wisdom.

Sean Hannity is a conservative radio and television host, and one of the original primetime hosts on the Fox News Channel, where he has appeared since 1996. Sean Hannity began his radio career at a college station in California, before moving on to markets in the Southeast and New York. Today, he’s one of the most listened to on-air voices. Hannity’s radio program went into national syndication on September 10, 2001, and airs on more than 500 stations. Talkers Magazine estimates Hannity’s weekly radio audience at 13.5 million. In 1996 he was hired as one of the original hosts on Fox News Channel. As host of several popular Fox programs, Hannity has become the highest-paid news anchor on television.

Michelle Malkin is a mother, wife, blogger, conservative syndicated columnist, longtime cable TV news commentator, and best-selling author of six books. She started her newspaper journalism career at the Los Angeles Daily News in 1992, moved to the Seattle Times in 1995, and has been penning nationally syndicated newspaper columns for Creators Syndicate since 1999. She is founder of conservative Internet start-ups Hot Air and Twitchy.com. Malkin has received numerous awards for her investigative journalism, including the Council on Governmental Ethics Laws (COGEL) national award for outstanding service for the cause of governmental ethics and leadership (1998), the Reed Irvine Accuracy in Media Award for Investigative Journalism (2006), the Heritage Foundation and Franklin Center for Government & Public Integrity's Breitbart Award for Excellence in Journalism (2013), the Center for Immigration Studies' Eugene Katz Award for Excellence in the Coverage of Immigration Award (2016), and the Manhattan Film Festival's Film Heals Award (2018). Married for 26 years and the mother of two teenage children, she lives with her family in Colorado. Follow her at michellemalkin.com. (Photo reprinted with kind permission from Peter Duke Photography.)

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