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19-Year-Old Charged After Virginia State University Shooting

ETTRICK, Va. (AP) — Authorities are seeking additional people who fired weapons during a weekend shooting at Virginia State University that left five people wounded. A 19-year-old suspect remained in custody on Sunday. Investigators are trying to determine if others who fired weapons did so in self-defense or if they were aggressors. The shooting just after 1:30 a.m. Saturday came as students were getting ready for the new school year. The suspect is not a student but was found hiding in a dormitory closet Saturday afternoon. He faces four counts of malicious wounding and four counts of using a firearm during a felony. Only one of the victims is a student.

Trump Says Iran Should Surrender

WASHINGTON, Aug 17 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that Iran should surrender to end a war with the U.S. as talks between the countries remained stalled. "They should put up the white flag of surrender," Trump told a Fox News reporter during a phone interview. An interim deal agreed to in June declared an "immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts", but quickly unraveled, with Trump saying it was "over" on July 7 and Iran's foreign ministry declaring it "suspended" a week later. Under that memorandum of understanding, Iran and the U.S. committed to negotiating a final deal — covering broader issues such as the fate of Iran's nuclear programme — in a maximum of 60 days, extendable by mutual consent. Monday marks 60 days since the MOU was signed. Separately, Oman and Iran have been in talks to try to reach an agreement to restore commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, which carried 20% of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas supplies before the U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran began in late February. "If Oman gets in the way, we'll bomb the shit out of them," Trump told Fox. The dispute over control of the Strait of Hormuz has driven up fuel prices and put pressure on Trump to end a war that is unpopular at home ahead of the November midterm elections that will decide ?control of the U.S. Congress. Trump told Fox News that the midterms were not impacting his strategy on Iran. "Midterms have nothing to do with my thinking," he said. Earlier on Monday, Trump posted on his Truth Social platform: "The number one Goal is, and always will be, that Iran cannot have, in any way, shape, or form, a Nuclear Weapon," repeating one of his stated rationales for the war.

Lunatic Fans Deny Mangione’s Clear Confession, Still Call His Murder “Revolution”

Rich kid Luigi Mangione, stalked and assassinated UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson over back-pain claims he never even had with the company—then confessed in court—yet his lunatic fans still hail the murder as a “revolutionary protest.”

Immigration & Cultural Change: Are America’s Cities Changing Beyond Recognition?

From changing city demographics and elected officials who primarily communicate in languages other than English to growing religious accommodations and debates over citizenship, these developments raise a broader conservative question: How much cultural and demographic change can a nation absorb before the character of its communities begins to fundamentally change?

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Stacy Abrams: "The South Has Been Authoritarian Since 1776"

In this discussion, the panel critiques the political strategies and public images of prominent Democrats, particularly focusing on their perceived lack of self-awareness and judgment. They discuss the cringe-worthy content produced by Gavin Newsom and Gretchen Whitmer, highlighting their lack of understanding of the public's anger over their actions during the COVID-19 lockdowns. The conversation also touches on Stacey Abrams' political maneuvers and her multi-million dollar grant from the Biden administration for climate change initiatives, despite her lack of relevant experience. Additionally, the panel scrutinizes John Ossoff's political positioning and his attempts to appear moderate despite his progressive voting record, suggesting that the media's portrayal of him as a moderate is misleading. The segment concludes with an analysis of the current state of the midterm elections and the need for Republicans to effectively communicate their economic ideas to counter Democratic narratives.

Historic Indiana Flooding Leaves At Least 7 Dead

At least seven people have died after days of heavy rain triggered historic flooding across Indiana, leaving widespread damage and forcing hundreds of residents from their homes. The victims range in age from 4 to 86, according to state officials. The flooding followed several days of severe storms that dumped more than 11 inches of rain in some areas and pushed rivers to record levels. The White River reached levels not seen in more than a century in parts of central Indiana. In Indianapolis, floodwaters peaked early Sunday before beginning to recede, allowing officials to reopen floodgates. Emergency crews used boats to rescue residents from flooded neighborhoods. Hundreds of homes have been affected across the state, while roads, bridges and other infrastructure sustained significant damage. President Donald Trump has approved federal emergency assistance for Indiana as recovery efforts get underway. Officials are warning residents to remain cautious when returning to flood-damaged areas, even as water levels continue to fall.

Push Grows To End Twice-Yearly Clock Changes

The push to stop Americans from changing their clocks twice a year is gaining momentum on Capitol Hill, with President Donald Trump renewing his call for permanent daylight saving time. The House overwhelmingly passed legislation last month that would make daylight saving time permanent, ending the annual “spring forward” and “fall back” clock changes for most Americans. The measure passed 308-117 with bipartisan support. Trump renewed his support for the proposal over the weekend, calling on lawmakers to finish the job and arguing that permanent daylight saving time would provide longer, brighter evenings while eliminating the disruption and expense associated with changing clocks. The legislation now faces an uncertain future in the Senate, where Florida Republican Sen. Rick Scott is sponsoring a companion measure. The Senate previously approved permanent daylight saving time by unanimous consent in 2022, but that effort ultimately stalled in the House. Supporters argue permanent daylight saving time could provide more evening sunlight and eliminate the inconvenience of changing clocks. Critics, including some sleep and health experts, favor permanent standard time instead because it provides more morning light. Unless Congress acts before then, most Americans are still scheduled to turn their clocks back one hour on Nov. 1.

Iran Peace Deal Deadline Expires With Talks Stalled

The 60-day deadline for the United States and Iran to reach a permanent peace agreement has expired with the two sides still far apart on several major issues. The negotiating period was established under an interim agreement reached in June aimed at ending the conflict, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and beginning negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program. That framework has since largely broken down amid accusations of violations by both sides. Recent negotiations have focused heavily on the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global energy supplies that has been severely disrupted by Iranian attacks on commercial shipping. Iran has demanded significant concessions, while the Trump administration has rejected Tehran’s conditions and threatened additional economic pressure. Iran has separately reported progress in negotiations with Oman over a potential arrangement to reopen commercial shipping routes through the strait, but that would not resolve the broader dispute between Washington and Tehran. The two countries also remain divided over Iran’s nuclear program, with President Trump reiterating that preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon remains his top priority. With the deadline now expired and no permanent agreement in place, mediators are continuing efforts to revive negotiations as concerns remain that fighting could again intensify.

Kushner Meets Netanyahu After Rare Hamas Talks

Jared Kushner met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem Monday as the Trump administration works to move its stalled Gaza peace plan forward. The meeting followed rare talks Sunday in Cairo between Kushner and Hamas leader Khalil Al-Hayya. The two met for roughly two hours as U.S. officials and regional mediators sought progress on a new U.S.-backed 15-point road map for Gaza. The proposal calls for Hamas to surrender its weapons as Israeli forces gradually withdraw from Gaza. An international stabilization force would work alongside a new Palestinian police force to secure the territory. Hamas has agreed to the road map but says implementation depends on Israel meeting its commitments. Netanyahu has rejected the current proposal, saying Israeli forces will not withdraw until Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza are completely disarmed. Israeli troops currently control roughly 60% of the Gaza Strip. The negotiations come as the Trump administration pushes to preserve the ceasefire and move toward reconstruction and a new governing structure for Gaza.

Tupac Shakur Murder Trial Begins Nearly 30 Years Later

Opening statements are beginning Monday in the long-awaited murder trial over the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas. Duane “Keffe D” Davis, 63, is the first and only person ever charged in connection with Shakur’s killing. Davis has pleaded not guilty to murder with a deadly weapon with a gang enhancement and could face life in prison if convicted. Prosecutors allege Davis orchestrated the drive-by shooting in retaliation for a fight involving Shakur and Davis’ nephew, Orlando Anderson, hours earlier. They do not accuse Davis of firing the fatal shots but say he helped organize the attack. Davis’ own public statements and his 2019 memoir are expected to play a significant role in the prosecution’s case. His defense argues statements in the book were fictionalized to generate publicity and make money. Shakur was 25 when he was shot near the Las Vegas Strip on Sept. 7, 1996. He died six days later. Nearly three decades after his death, the case remains one of the most closely followed unsolved killings in music history.

Hayden Panettiere Dies At 36

Actress Hayden Panettiere, best known for starring in the television series “Heroes” and “Nashville,” has died at the age of 36. Her father, Skip Panettiere, announced her death in a statement Sunday. No cause of death has been announced. Panettiere began her career as a child actor, appearing in commercials and soap operas before moving into film. Her credits included voicing Dot in “A Bug’s Life” and appearing in “Remember the Titans.” She rose to widespread fame as Claire Bennet, a cheerleader with regenerative powers, on NBC’s “Heroes.” She later starred as country singer Juliette Barnes on “Nashville,” earning two Golden Globe nominations for the role. Panettiere also appeared in the “Scream” franchise, returning as Kirby Reed in 2023’s “Scream VI.” She would have turned 37 on Friday.

Police Seek Additional Shooters After Virginia State University Shooting

Authorities are searching for additional people who fired weapons during a weekend shooting at Virginia State University that left five people wounded. The shooting happened shortly after 1:30 a.m. Saturday near campus dormitories as students were preparing for the start of the new school year. Police arrested 19-year-old Camron Harris of Henrico, Virginia, after finding him hiding in a dormitory closet later Saturday. Harris, who is not a VSU student, faces four counts of malicious wounding and four counts of using a firearm during the commission of a felony. Investigators say multiple people fired weapons during the incident and are working to determine whether those individuals were aggressors or were acting in self-defense. The five victims range in age from 17 to 23. Only one of them is a Virginia State University student. Authorities say the investigation remains ongoing and additional charges are possible.

Luigi Mangione Enters Guilty Plea

In this segment, we delve into the legal developments surrounding Luigi Mangione, who has entered a guilty plea in federal court for murdering the CEO of United Healthcare, Brian Thompson. Our senior legal fellow, Hans Von Spakovsky, discusses the implications of Mangione's plea and the concurrent federal and state charges he faces. Spakovsky analyzes the complex legal landscape, including the potential for double jeopardy and the admissibility of Mangione's federal court statements in his state murder trial. Furthermore, the discussion touches on the disturbing phenomenon of young women idolizing Mangione, raising questions about societal and moral issues. This conversation provides critical insights into the intersection of criminal law, public perception, and the justice system.

Gas Prices Rise As Iran War Continues

Rising gas prices and their impact on American consumers are a hot topic as the conflict with Iran continues. In this segment, Patrice Onwuka discusses the current economic landscape with Larry O'Connor. She notes that while gas prices have increased, they remain lower than during the peak of the Biden administration. The conversation dives into real wages, which have been stagnant due to inflation, and the impact of higher gas prices on consumer spending. Patrice highlights that despite the increase in gas prices, overall economic indicators suggest a more positive outlook. Small businesses, buoyed by tax cuts and consumer optimism, are leading the hiring charge, particularly in sectors like leisure, hospitality, and healthcare. This segment explores whether these positive economic signs will influence voter sentiment ahead of the midterm elections.

Death Toll Rises To 68 After Powerful Indonesia Earthquake

At least 68 people are dead following a powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake that struck eastern Indonesia over the weekend. The quake struck near Flores Island early Saturday, triggering landslides, damaging homes and infrastructure and forcing thousands of residents from their homes. More than 200 people were injured. Nearly 1,600 aftershocks have followed the initial earthquake, while landslides and blocked roads have complicated efforts to reach some of the hardest-hit communities. Thousands of displaced residents are awaiting aid as crews work to deliver food, clean water and medical supplies. The disaster has also overshadowed Indonesia's Independence Day celebrations Monday.

Trump Orders Pentagon To Scale Back Military Exercises With South Korea

President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to substantially reduce annual joint military exercises with South Korea, citing the cost of the drills, Seoul’s refusal to assist U.S. efforts against Iran and his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Trump announced the decision Sunday as the 11-day Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises were set to begin. The drills started Monday as scheduled and involve about 18,000 South Korean troops. It remains unclear which portions of the exercises will be scaled back. Trump said the exercises send an unnecessarily hostile signal to North Korea, which has long criticized the joint drills as rehearsals for an invasion. North Korea recently launched ballistic missiles ahead of the exercises and warned of a stronger response if the drills went forward. The president also said he recently asked South Korean President Lee Jae Myung whether Seoul would join U.S. efforts aimed at the “denuclearization” of Iran and that South Korea declined. South Korea responded Monday by expressing hope that Trump’s relationship with Kim could help restart dialogue between Washington and Pyongyang and reduce tensions on the Korean Peninsula. The annual exercises are intended to strengthen the allies’ readiness against potential threats from North Korea. Trump has previously questioned the cost and scale of U.S.-South Korean military exercises while pursuing diplomacy with Kim.

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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.

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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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