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Isn't it crazy how Democrats keep defending Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner? The guy is neck deep in scandals—domestic abuse allegations, a Nazi tattoo he wore for years, the whole ugly package. But when Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries gets asked about it he deflects. Whatever happened to, 'We believe all women'? Funny how that belief vanishes the second a Senate seat is on the line. So, do they actually stand for anything, or is it just whatever gets them power? -- Two iconic talk radio hosts. One unfiltered daily conversation. No scripts. No spin. Just Mike Gallagher and Mark Davis breaking down the news the way it should be — with decades of experience and zero apologies. If you love smart unscripted talk show chemistry, you’re in the right place. Subscribe & Watch M and M Extra Live ?? / @mandmextra ?? Weekdays at 12 PM ET Watch The Mike Gallagher Show Live ?? salemnewschannel.com/watch-live ?? Weekdays 9 AM – 12 PM ET Listen to The Mark Davis Show ?? 660amtheanswer.com/listenlive ?? Weekdays at 7AM - 10AM CT

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June 9 (Reuters) - Iran's national soccer team, currently training in Tijuana, Mexico, will be able to enter the U.S. the day before each of their three World Cup matches, the Department of Homeland Security said on Tuesday. Media reports over the weekend had quoted the Iranian ambassador to Mexico, Abolfazl Pasandideh, as saying that Iran's team would have to enter and leave the U.S. the same day as they were playing, raising questions over logistics and whether it would affect team performance. It was not the case that Iran would be forced to arrive the same day as their matches, a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson said. "These statements are untrue," the spokesperson said in a statement. "Thanks to the generosity of President (Donald) Trump the Iranian team will be able to arrive the day before their matches." The ambassador, speaking to Reuters in Tijuana via an interpreter on Monday, criticized U.S. officials for denying visas to some of the Iranian football federation staff but said that the ones that had been granted did not prevent them from staying overnight. "Their visas don't specify anything about them having to leave at a certain time," he said. After weeks of uncertainty, the U.S. awarded visas to all the players on Friday, just 10 days before their first ?match. But several members of the ?Iranian squad were not given visas, including "key managerial and administrative members," according to Iran's football federation. They include the team manager, two team analysts, the media director and a representative of the Foreign Ministry, according to Iran's embassy in Mexico. Iran is due to face New ?Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15, Belgium in Los Angeles on June 21 ?and Egypt in Seattle on June 26. The players were originally slated to train in Arizona, but that was changed after the U.S. and Israel launched a war against Iran in February. Trump said in March that Iran was welcome to participate in the World Cup but that he did not believe it was appropriate for Iran's team to stay in the U.S. "for their own life and safety."

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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump says Iran was responsible for downing an American military helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz and that the U.S. “must” respond to the attack. Trump made the comment Tuesday in a social media post after a drone boat rescued the crew of the Apache attack helicopter that crashed near the strategic waterway, which Iran has effectively closed during its war with the U.S. and Israel. It was the first known drone rescue at sea by the U.S. military. Capt. Tim Hawkins is a spokesman for U.S. Central Command. He said the unmanned boat located the two aviators and brought them to shore.

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WASHINGTON, June 8 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's approval rate held near the lowest levels of his political career in recent days as most Americans said they expected gasoline prices to keep rising amid the Iran war, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll completed on Monday. Some 35% of respondents said they approved of Trump's performance in the White House, unchanged from a prior Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted in mid-May. The reading was just above the lowest rating of his current term in office - 34% in an April Reuters/Ipsos poll - and also close to his first-term low of 33% in December 2017. The Republican leader has faced widespread discontent in recent months over his decision to go to war with Iran, which has led to a surge in gasoline prices. While prices at the pump have edged lower in recent weeks amid bets the Iran conflict would end, some 59% of respondents said they expected U.S. gas prices to get worse in the next year, compared with 17% who thought they would get better, according to the six-day poll. The rest of the respondents said they weren't sure or that prices would stay the same. Trump ordered military strikes on Iran on February 28 alongside U.S. ally Israel. Iran responded with counterattacks that have largely shut down shipping through a narrow strait that previously carried a fifth of global oil trade. The pace of attacks and counterattacks has diminished since April but peace talks have yet to yield a lasting agreement. LOW APPROVAL ON COST OF LIVING Only 22% of Americans approve of how Trump is managing the cost of living for U.S. households, compared to 70% who disapprove. Americans are now more dissatisfied with Trump's performance on the issue than they were of his Democratic predecessor in office, Joe Biden, who closed out his term with 29% approval on the cost of living and 63% disapproval. Biden struggled with several years of high inflation which ultimately weighed on his party in the 2024 presidential election and helped lift Trump over Democrat Kamala Harris. Trump campaigned on promises to fix inflation, and persistently high fuel prices are weighing on his party's hopes of keeping control of Congress in November's midterm elections. Some 36% of Americans said they approved of U.S. strikes on Iran. A smaller share - 25% - said the benefits of the strikes had been worth the costs. The latest Reuters/Ipsos poll, which was carried out nationwide, showed registered voters said they would pick Democrats over Republicans by 41% to 37% if congressional elections were held today. While polls last year showed voters trusted Republicans more on how to manage the economy, their advantage has recently evaporated, with 36% of voters in the latest poll saying Democrats had a better plan for the economy, compared to 37% who picked Republicans. The poll, which was conducted online, gathered responses from 4,531 U.S. adults and had a margin of error of 2 percentage points.

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They will ignore domestic abuse, terror connections, and their own “believe all women” rhetoric if it means holding onto seats—revealing a party so addicted to winning that it will excuse the inexcusable.

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In the final stop of her “Road to Victory” tour, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette packed downtown Greer with over 100 fired-up South Carolina conservatives as Gov. Henry McMaster and other top Republicans rallied the base ahead of Tuesday’s Republican primary.

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Sen. Johnson's report, Unmasked: How Biden Health Officials Purposely Turned a Blind Eye Toward COVID-19 Vaccine Safety Signals: https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Senate-PSI-Majority-Staff-Interim-Report-April-29-2026-FINAL.pdf

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Liberal boomers have too much free time, and they happen to be one of the most deranged groups in America. They’re the ones who spend time at these worthless ‘No Kings’ rallies while the rest of us have to work. 

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Last week's blockbuster jobs report, with more than 265,000 jobs added when including upward employment revisions, was very welcome news to almost all Americans. The exception would be the economists of the Left who throughout Donald Trump's now-five-and-a-half years in the White House keep getting the economy dead wrong.

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President Donald Trump provided an update on the ongoing conflict with Iran while speaking with reporters Monday night at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York. The president said negotiations with Iran remain active despite continued tensions in the region and suggested there could be greater clarity on the situation within the next several days. Trump also said the U.S. naval blockade remains fully in place, arguing that it continues to restrict Iranian oil exports and other sources of revenue. His comments came as the United States and its allies continue efforts to solidify a fragile ceasefire following recent exchanges of fire involving Iran and Israel. During the exchange with reporters, Trump was also asked about reports that a U.S. Army helicopter had crashed near the Strait of Hormuz. The president said the pilots involved in the incident were not injured and indicated that additional details would be released in an official report. The crash remains under investigation, and officials have not yet provided information about what may have caused the helicopter to go down. Trump's remarks highlighted both the ongoing diplomatic efforts with Iran and the continued military presence in one of the world's most strategically important waterways.

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Amtrak and its development partners have released new renderings of a sweeping redesign of New York City's Penn Station, an estimated $8 billion project aimed at transforming one of the nation's busiest transportation hubs. The proposed redesign embraces the station's original classical architectural style, featuring a stone exterior, rows of Roman-style columns, and a grand concourse filled with natural light. The plans mark a significant departure from the station's current appearance and are intended to create a more spacious and welcoming environment for travelers. Inside, the design includes soaring ceilings, bronze finishes, decorative details, and a large traditional station clock. Renderings also show artistic elements celebrating New York City, including a bas-relief depiction of the city's skyline. Among the details highlighted in the plans is a seal honoring President Donald Trump displayed near one of the station's main entrances. Penn Station serves hundreds of thousands of passengers each day through Amtrak, Long Island Rail Road, and New Jersey Transit services. Supporters of the project say the redesign will modernize the facility while restoring some of the grandeur associated with the station's historic roots. The project remains in the planning stages, with officials continuing to refine designs and timelines for construction.

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The son of acclaimed Hollywood director Rob Reiner is asking a California court to release money from a family trust that he says is needed to pay for his legal defense in a high-profile murder case. Nick Reiner, 32, has pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from the deaths of his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and photographer and producer Michele Singer Reiner. The couple were found stabbed to death at their Los Angeles home in December 2025. In a petition filed Monday, Reiner's attorneys argue that funds designated for him in a trust established by his parents are being improperly withheld. The filing contends that Reiner was entitled to receive a portion of the trust when he turned 30 and that trustees have failed to distribute the money. According to court documents, Reiner's legal team says the trust contains at least $1.5 million in assets and that the funds are necessary to secure legal representation and cover other expenses while he remains in custody. The petition also notes that prominent defense attorney Alan Jackson, who previously represented Reiner before withdrawing from the case, is prepared to resume his representation if funding becomes available. Trustees overseeing the account have not publicly responded to the latest filing. Meanwhile, Reiner's criminal case continues to move through the court system. A pretrial hearing is scheduled for September, and prosecutors have not yet determined whether they will seek the death penalty if he is convicted. The case remains under intense public scrutiny, with many details surrounding the deaths and possible motives still undisclosed.

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The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck the southern Philippines has climbed to at least 37 as rescue crews continue searching damaged buildings for survivors. Officials say more than 32,000 people have been displaced following the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that rocked the Mindanao region on Monday. Thousands of residents fled their homes and are now staying in emergency shelters as authorities assess the full extent of the damage. The earthquake, which was centered offshore near Mindanao, caused widespread destruction across several provinces. Buildings collapsed, roads were damaged, and critical infrastructure was impacted throughout the region. Emergency responders have been working around the clock to search heavily damaged structures and ensure no survivors remain trapped beneath the rubble. While only a handful of people are officially listed as missing, authorities say inspections of collapsed buildings are ongoing. The quake is among the strongest to hit the Philippines in decades and serves as a reminder of the country's vulnerability to major seismic events due to its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire. Officials warn the number of casualties could rise as recovery and search operations continue.

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A second detainee has died this year at a Louisiana immigration detention center that has recently come under federal scrutiny over conditions inside the facility. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced that 43-year-old Mamuka Artmeladze, a native of Georgia, was found unresponsive on June 4 at the Winn Correctional Center in Winnfield, Louisiana. Officials said staff immediately began lifesaving measures before Artmeladze was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The cause of death has not yet been determined and remains pending an autopsy. Artmeladze had been held at the facility for nearly four months. According to ICE, he entered the United States illegally on an unknown date and was later arrested in Alabama after authorities determined he no longer had lawful status to remain in the country. His death marks the second detainee death reported at the Winn facility since April and the 19th death in ICE custody nationwide this year. The incident comes just days after a report from the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Inspector General identified several concerns at the detention center. The report cited issues involving medical documentation, sanitation, food storage, environmental health and safety, and use-of-force procedures. Federal inspectors also documented several policy violations and made recommendations aimed at improving conditions at the facility. ICE officials said they agreed with the recommendations and have already begun implementing corrective measures. The investigation into Artmeladze's death remains ongoing.

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In a shocking turn of events, a recent California primary election has left many scratching their heads. The jungle primary system, which allows all candidates to compete in a single primary, has been criticized for its potential to manipulate the outcome. This episode delves into the details of the election, where a socialist candidate, Nithya Raman, seemingly overnight went from being in third place to taking the lead. The conversation with Joel Pollock, opinion editor at the California Post, sheds light on the vulnerabilities in California's election system. From relaxed signature laws to ballot harvesting, the discussion highlights the many issues that have led to a lack of trust in the electoral process. The speaker shares his expertise on the complexities of California's voting system and the potential for fraud. Joel Pollock explains that the jungle primary system has increased the number of fringe candidates, making it difficult for moderate candidates to emerge. He also touches on the issue of ballot harvesting, where mass ballots are sent out and collected by the Democratic Party, giving them an unfair advantage. The conversation also covers the role of the US Attorney, Bill A. Saley, in investigating the election irregularities. If you're concerned about the integrity of California's election system, this episode is a must-listen. Join the conversation with Joel Pollock as he shares his insights on the complexities of California's voting system and the potential for change. Follow Carl Jackson: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow Website: http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.com Store: https://CarlJacksonStore.com

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Progressive city council member Nithya Raman has advanced to a November runoff against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, setting up an unexpected matchup between two Democrats and former political allies to run the struggling city of nearly 4 million. The outcome means Spencer Pratt, a Republican and former reality television personality from “The Hills,” is out of the running. Raman made a last-minute entry into the race, after she had endorsed Bass for reelection. The race also has historical markers. Bass is the first Black woman to hold the post, and Raman could be the first South Asian woman in the job.

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