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07/14/2026

BREAKING NEWS: President Donald J. Trump has rescinded the 20% tax on shipping traffic through the Straight of Hormuz.

"Oil is flowing like never before, thanks to the awesome Power of the United States Military. A special salute to Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Dan Caine, and Commander of the United States Central Command, Admiral Brad Cooper. Because of them, and all members of the Most Powerful Military anywhere in the World, BY FAR, the Strait of Hormuz is open to ALL Ship traffic except for Iran — and that is because of their lying, violent, malicious leadership, which is taking them down the path of TOTAL DESTRUCTION. We will therefore have a FULL Blockade, but only on Ships coming to and from Iranian ports, or carrying anything have to do with Iranian cargo. Based on highly productive conversations with Middle East leadership, I have decided to replace the 20% United States Reimbursement Fee with Trade and Investment Deals that the various Gulf States will be making into the United States. Those Investments will be MASSIVE but, at the same time, extraordinarily good for them, and their future. As everyone is aware, we have the largest Dollar Investment into the United States, of any Country in History, but these new Investments will make that Number even larger, and we will see Factories, Plants, and Equipment pour into the United States at Historic levels, which will create additional millions of High Paying AMERICAN Jobs! America is WINNING again, winning like never before. The days of Iran killing hundreds of thousands of people, including 52,000 protestors, are OVER and, most importantly, IRAN WILL NEVER HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON! Thank you for your attention to this matter." President DONALD J. TRUMP - Truth Social

07/14/2026

📻 RADIO IMPACT STORY
CONGRESS PUSHED TO KEEP AM RADIO IN AMERICA'S VEHICLES

For the third year in a row, broadcasters from more than 30 states are on Capitol Hill urging Congress to pass the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act. While the proposal specifically protects AM radio in new vehicles, supporters say the issue is much bigger than broadcasting—it is about ensuring Americans continue to have access to free, over-the-air information during emergencies when other communication systems may be unavailable.

The legislation has broad bipartisan support in both the House and Senate, but with a crowded congressional calendar, broadcasters are working to keep the bill moving before lawmakers adjourn for the year.

Why it matters: AM radio remains one of the most resilient communication systems during natural disasters, severe weather, and other emergencies. Supporters also argue that preserving AM radio helps maintain local news, community information, and emergency alerts that millions of Americans continue to rely upon.

Read the full story:
https://www.insideaudiomarketing.com/post/broadcasters-take-am-radio-fight-to-capitol-hill

Question for our listeners:

Do you believe every new vehicle sold in America should continue to include AM radio as a public safety service?

👍 Yes
❤️ No
💬 Tell us why in the comments.

07/13/2026

SOUTH CAROLINA PREPARES PROCESS TO FILL SEN. LINDSEY GRAHAM'S SEAT. A one-week filing window begins July 21, with a special Republican primary set for Aug. 11 and a possible runoff on Aug. 25. Gov. McMaster may appoint an interim senator who could run in the primary. This changes the Senate math and compresses the campaign calendar — what should voters expect?

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday he’s recommended that Lindsey Graham’s sister be named as his temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate. Trump posted on social media that Gov. Henry McMaster should appoint Darline Graham Nordone to fulfill the rest of Graham’s term,...

07/12/2026

Christians are disappearing for worshipping a God other than Xi.

When the power cut out and his signal dropped, TJ knew something was wrong.

07/12/2026

The DOJ says a PENNSYLVANIA man was federally indicted after threats against a member of Congress and targeted groups. Read Reuters' report:

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, July 10 (Reuters) – A self-identified white supremacist in Pennsylvania was indicted by a federal grand jury after he threatened violence against a member of Congress, Muslims, transgender people and Democrats, the Department of Justice said on Friday. Here are the de...

07/12/2026

Sen. Lindsey Graham, a senior Republican leader and close adviser to President Trump, has died after a brief illness. His office asked for privacy; South Carolina's governor will appoint a temporary replacement. Read more:

WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump’s closest allies in Congress who traveled the globe to advocate for a more aggressive U.S. foreign policy, has died after a “brief and sudden illness,” his office said. He was 71. The statement posted on social media early ...

07/11/2026

DHS SAYS STATES MUST ADOPT NEW ELECTION STEPS including paper ballots and citizenship verification — to receive certain FEMA grants. Read details and the deadline implications:

By Jasper Ward WASHINGTON, July 10 (Reuters) – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security said on Friday that states must adopt “common-sense election security measures” to receive certain funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. To qualify for three grant programs related to preparin...