On Katie Pavlich Tonight, Katie speaks with criminal defense attorneys Ken Belkin and Joseph Tully after Luigi Mangione admits, “I shot Mr. Thompson and he died,” as prosecutors build their case against him for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. What does this mean for the case? Next, President Trump asks the Supreme Court to let him finish construction of the White House ballroom as the project reaches 65% completion. Plus, the Kennedy Center moves ahead with a two-year closure for renovations. Katie speaks with former Trump attorney Jim Trusty and Democratic strategist Emily Suttle Braun about the legal battles ahead. Then, a suspect accused of vandalizing the WWII Memorial is in custody and facing felony charges.…
AI:The Trump administration has petitioned the Supreme Court to allow the continued construction of a White House ballroom, which currently stands at 65% completion. The legal move seeks to resolve ongoing disputes regarding the project as the administration pushes to finish the facility. Additionally, Luigi Mangione has confessed in court to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and the Democratic Socialists of America have been noted celebrating Fidel Castro's centennial while targeting political opponents.Open
That’s got Chicago on the wrong end of a 7-to-1 ratio
AI:New data highlights a staggering disparity in violent crime rates based on Second Amendment protections, revealing that Chicago—located in a state with heavy anti-gun restrictions—suffers from a murder rate seven times higher than cities in states that respect constitutional gun rights. This massive 7-to-1 ratio underscores the ongoing failure of restrictive firearm legislation to ensure public safety, as high-crime urban centers continue to struggle under the weight of leftist policies while more law-abiding jurisdictions see significantly better outcomes for their citizens.Open
Adm. Mullen says morale has improved since the crew learned it's going home.
AI:Senator Ruben Gallego criticized the Trump administration for what he described as a "true lack of leadership" regarding the dire conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. While families and political figures have blasted the administration for abandoning sailors during their deployment, Admiral Mullen indicated that crew morale has finally begun to improve following news that the vessel is scheduled to return home.Open
Reported by: Cherry Meigh TimbolNews Content Editor Published August 16, 2026 KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine launched one of its largest aerial assaults against Russia since the beginning of the full-scale war Sunday, sending hundreds of [...]
AI:Ukraine launched one of its largest aerial drone barrages against Russian territory since the start of the full-scale war, deploying hundreds of drones in a massive escalation. This surge in long-range strikes comes at a time when increasing pressure from the United States is complicating Kyiv's ability to maintain such offensive campaigns. The move follows months of intensifying conflict involving energy infrastructure targets and strategic industrial sites, as the war continues to evolve amidst shifting international political dynamics and pressure on battlefield tactics.Open
AI:The Department of Justice and a coalition of twelve states are pursuing new legal avenues to challenge X, signaling that the platform's battle against advertiser boycotts is far from over despite previous hopes for a dismissal. This latest move by federal authorities and state attorneys general aims to hold the social media giant accountable, complicating the landscape for tech companies attempting to navigate shifting regulatory pressures and litigation surrounding content moderation and advertising revenue.Open
AI:President Trump is tightening restrictions on student visas, forcing higher education institutions to finally confront the financial consequences of their heavy reliance on foreign students. As universities grapple with the sudden shift in enrollment dynamics, the administration's crackdown aims to prioritize national interests over the massive revenue streams generated by international tuition, signaling a major upheaval for campuses that have long leaned on non-citizens to balance their budgets.Open
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has brought a government run "free babysitting" program to the city. Maggie Anders and Madeline Summerville reacted on "Wake Up America Weekend."
AI:New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is implementing a government-run childcare program, which critics are characterizing as "free babysitting." The move comes amidst ongoing fiscal instability in the city and reflects the broader socialist agenda currently being pushed through local Democratic leadership.Open
AI:The latest segment from MSNBC's MS NOW provides a collection of media highlights and interviews aired on August 15, continuing the network's ongoing coverage cycle that has recently focused on consumer sentiment trends and various political narratives. These highlights serve as a digest of the network's daily broadcasted content for its viewers.Open
Israeli vehicles drive on a road in southern Lebanon, as seen from the Israeli side of the Israel-Lebanon border, in northern Israel, August 6, 2026. Reported by: Cherry Meigh TimbolNews Content Editor Published August 16, [...]
AI:Israel has launched its most intense military strikes in Lebanon since the June truce, significantly escalating regional tensions. The bombardment marks a major escalation in hostilities as Hezbollah has officially vowed to retaliate against the strikes, signaling a dangerous shift in the conflict following previous periods of relative stability along the border.Open
A replica of an Iranian air force warplane is displayed in a city square in Bandar Abbas in southern Iran [Atta Kenare/AFP] Reported by: Cherry Meigh TimbolNews Content Editor Published August 16, 2026 TEHRAN, Iran [...]
AI:Tehran is accusing Qatar of stalling investigations into the whereabouts of several missing Iranian pilots, as Doha continues to deny any involvement in their detention. This escalating tension comes amidst a broader regional conflict characterized by ongoing hostilities between Iran and U.S.-aligned forces, including recent drone strikes on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and reports of captured Iranian personnel. As the war intensifies, the lack of transparency regarding these air force members adds further friction to an already volatile geopolitical landscape where military assets and strategic waterways remain under constant threat.Open
