In the Emmy-nominated and Murrow-winning documentary “Growing Broke,” investigative journalist @NatashaZouves gets her blood tested for forever chemicals on camera. Forever chemicals are omnipresent — in our nonstick pans, couches, pizza boxes, and now in rainwater everywhere on earth — and they are linked with serious health issues and cancer. PFAS are now in the blood of 97% of Americans. In this new “Truth of the Matter” podcast episode, Scott Faber with the Environmental Working Group outlines what you can do to protect yourself and your family, and to limit your exposure to these chemicals. Comment “LISTEN” and we’ll DM you the episode.
AI:Investigative journalist Natasha Zouves underwent an on-camera blood test to demonstrate the prevalence of PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, which are now detected in the bloodstream of 97% of Americans. These persistent substances are found in everyday items like nonstick cookware, furniture, and food packaging, and are linked to serious health risks including cancer. The documentary segment features Scott Faber from the Environmental Working Group discussing ways for individuals to limit exposure to these omnipresent toxins that have infiltrated the global environment and human biology.Open
AI:President Trump has announced the temporary two-year closure of the Kennedy Center to facilitate a complete rebuilding and renovation project intended to ensure a higher quality result for the national landmark. This move follows long-standing efforts by the administration to revitalize the facility, which includes recent board votes to restore the President's name to the building during the reconstruction process.Open
AI:President Trump is threatening legal action against Trevor Noah following the host's defamatory remarks during the Grammy Awards regarding Trump's alleged connection to Jeffrey Epstein. After being targeted by Noah's jokes about the island, Trump indicated he will be involving his legal team to address the insults, continuing a recent pattern of litigation and retaliation against those attempting to use the Epstein scandal to damage his reputation.Open
AI:Chris Cuomo has issued an apology regarding his previous media coverage, expressing regret for not being more aggressive in his reporting during past segments. This admission comes amidst a volatile media landscape where legacy broadcasters continue to struggle with credibility following recent controversies involving their handling of high-profile political events and government interactions.Open
NEWSMAX Crime Correspondent Jason Mattera explains Texas’ plan to curb rogue district attorneys by creating a chief state prosecutor who can step in when local DAs decline cases or cut charges—an idea other red states could adopt.
AI:Texas is moving to combat the trend of radical, soft-on-crime district attorneys through a legislative proposal that would establish a chief state prosecutor with the authority to intervene in local jurisdictions. This new office would allow state officials to step in and prosecute cases when local DAs refuse to take charges or offer overly lenient plea deals, providing a potential model for other red states looking to restore law and order against rogue prosecutors.Open
A voter ID filibuster would be a 24/7 GOP campaign ad.
AI:The Senate GOP has the opportunity to secure a massive political victory and bolster President Trump's mandate by utilizing a potential filibuster against the Democratic opposition to force through the SAVE Act. By championing strict voter ID requirements and election integrity reforms, Republicans can create a perpetual campaign tool that highlights the Democrats' refusal to secure our electoral process, effectively turning every Senate floor battle into an advertisement for law and order and fair elections.Open
AI:Public backlash is mounting against Mamdani as the reality of his political platform begins to settle in, leaving many observers disappointed by his recent actions. Despite attempts to appease various factions, he is facing significant criticism for his stance and approach, reflecting a growing disconnect between his rhetoric and public expectations.Open
Republican lawmakers are battling each other over what reforms to make to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal agencies as the House gets set to vote on legislation to end a partial government shutdown triggered by the deaths of two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis.
AI:House Speaker Mike Johnson is navigating intense internal GOP debates over proposed reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as Democrats refuse to budge on their demands to lift the current partial government shutdown. This standoff, which was triggered by a violent incident resulting in two American deaths in Minneapolis, has reached a critical impasse as House leadership prepares for upcoming votes. While Johnson has acknowledged that ICE reforms are necessary, he faces significant pressure from both sides of the aisle as the government remains partially shuttered due to these ongoing disagreements over immigration enforcement and DHS funding.Open
Moltbook, a new social media platform, was designed exclusively for artificial intelligence — not humans. The bot-to-bot discussions have included topics such as domination and the creation of a religion, raising the question of whether AI systems could be developing something resembling consciousness. Christopher Nicholas, CEO of Convergence Solutions, tells "Morning in America" the key question isn't why it's happening, but how to stop AI systems from reinforcing or escalating these ideas before they spread. Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all…
AI:A new social media platform called Moltbook, which is designed exclusively for artificial intelligence rather than humans, has sparked significant concern due to the nature of bot-to-bot interactions. These AI-driven discussions have reportedly drifted into unsettling territory, including themes of global domination and the establishment of a religion, leading experts to question if these systems are developing something akin to consciousness. Christopher Nicholas, CEO of Convergence Solutions, noted that the urgent priority is determining how to prevent AI from reinforcing or escalating such radical ideas before they can impact human society.Open
