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Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In today’s episode, we cover

Fireworks at the Fed
President Trump confronts Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell over a $2.5 billion HQ renovation and accuses him of intentionally keeping interest rates high to hurt the economy. New analysis from Bloomberg suggests the Fed’s economic rationale may be flawed.

Ghislaine Maxwell’s DOJ Meeting
For the first time, Maxwell sits down with federal prosecutors to discuss Jeffrey Epstein’s trafficking network. The DOJ is probing whether she’ll name names or offer new evidence on high-profile abusers.

Chinese Hack Hits U.S. Nuclear Systems
China-linked hackers exploit a Microsoft SharePoint vulnerability to breach federal agencies, including the National Nuclear Security Administration. The fallout raises alarm over Microsoft's security practices and Pentagon contractor policies.

EV Charging Boondoggle
A $7.5 billion Biden-era program has produced just 68 upgraded gas stations with EV chargers. The GAO blasts the rollout as lacking accountability, and Trump halts another $6 billion, though legal battles may force his hand.

U.S. Lags in Drone Warfare
The U.S. military hypes a grenade-dropping drone already used by terrorists a decade ago. Meanwhile, Ukraine and Russia churn out cheap drones at scale, leaving America struggling to catch up in the evolving drone battlefield.

China’s Humanoid Robots Work Nonstop
A Chinese company unveils a self-charging humanoid robot capable of continuous labor. While impressive, it signals a coming clash between automation and the global workforce, especially in manufacturing and logistics.

Trump Visits Scotland for Trade Talks
The president travels to his ancestral homeland for meetings with the UK Prime Minister. Trade is on the table as markets seek clarity about Trump’s call to "refine" the current deal.

Australia Lifts U.S. Beef Ban
After decades of restrictions tied to Mad Cow concerns, Canberra agrees to ease limits on U.S. beef imports. While modest, it marks another Trump win in loosening global ag trade barriers.

South Korea’s Birth Rate Rebound
Thanks to aggressive tax incentives, parental leave, and cultural pride, South Korea sees a record baby boom, the highest since 1981, suggesting a national strategy beyond immigration to solve demographic decline.

China Illegally Acquires U.S. AI Chips
Despite tightened export controls, Beijing obtains banned Nvidia chips through black market resales. U.S. firms deny direct involvement, but the trade underscores China's relentless push for AI dominance.

Europe Still Buys Russian Energy
Despite claims of cutting ties, EU nations continue importing $26 billion in Russian oil and gas annually, mainly through pipelines, propping up Moscow’s economy even amid war.

Undersea Resource Race Heats Up
The U.S. and China compete for deep-sea mining rights in the Pacific. Trump plans to bypass a UN agency to accelerate extraction, while environmentalists and China push back on Texas- and California-based ventures.

"And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32