Today on America in the Morning
Over-The-Top Testimony
In a day that the federal judge overseeing Donald Trump’s classified documents case in Florida announced it was indefinitely delayed, it was also the most dramatic day yet in the former President’s hush-money trial in New York. Correspondent Linda Kenyon has the story.
Oklahoma Tornadoes
The recovery begins in parts of Oklahoma after a deadly tornado smashed through the Sooner state. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that destructive storms made its presence felt through the Plains that also included giant hail, drenching rain, and hurricane-force winds.
Biden On Antisemitism
During a ceremony at the White House, President Biden took aim at antisemitism amid unrest on college campuses during Israel's war with the terror group Hamas. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
Latest At The Port Of Baltimore
On a day when the body of the last missing worker is found, underwater demolition is underway to remove parts of a bridge brought down by a cargo ship at the entrance to the Port of Baltimore. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
More Boeing Investigations
On a day when the Department of Justice said it would meet with the families of Boeing victims of two fatal 737 MAX crashes, Jennifer King reports that the airline manufacturer is being investigated by the FAA over issues in their South Carolina factory.
The New Scouts
For the first time in their 114 year history, the Boy Scouts of America have a new name. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.
Trump’s Day In Court
It was a day of legal implications for former President Trump as his hush money trial continues in New York City. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports there was also news about his Federal classified documents case.
Latest In The Middle East
After brokered talks between Israel and Hamas fell apart, Israeli troops moved into Rafah, capturing the Palestinian side of the enclave’s only border crossing with Egypt. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
Bytedance Bites Back
A foreign company is taking the United States to court. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports that ByteDance, the Chinese-owned parent company of the popular social media app TikTok, is claiming that the recently signed law passed by Congress and approved by President Biden that forces the company’s sale violates their First Amendment rights.
Michigan Tornadoes
A round of thunderstorms that produced tornadoes left behind significant damage. There are reports of tornadoes that touched down outside Kalamazoo. In the town of Portage there were reports of damage to residential and commercial buildings, including a FedEx facility.
Airman Dead In Florida
A member of the United States military was killed in Florida, shot by a sheriff’s deputy in Fort Walton Beach. Correspondent Jennifer King reports the Air Force service member’s death is now being investigated by both the Florida State Attorney’s office and military authorities.
Convention Concerns
Democrats are on edge as they prepare for their summer National Convention, which could include massive demonstrations in light of recent campus protests. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
New Trouble For Tesla
There’s new troubles for electric car maker Tesla. Correspondent Julie Walker has the story.
Assassination Attempt
Reports out of Ukraine that they claim to have foiled a Russian spy agency plot to assassinate Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports this comes as the Kremlin spent the day celebrating Vladimir Putin being installed for the fifth time as president.
Man Kills Ailing Wife In Hospital
A Missouri man is facing a second-degree murder charge for allegedly strangling his wife to death as she was lying in a hospital bed. Authorities report Ronnie Wiggs admitted to police that he killed his wife, who went to the hospital for her dialysis treatment.
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