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Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-D) downplays the burning of buildings, violence, and riots while Senator Elissa Slotkin (AZ-D) openly discusses using political prosecutions to deter young conservatives from getting involved in politics. The comments suggest both actions are treated as acceptable by Democratic voices.

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In this segment, Sean Kennedy, president of Virginians for Safe Communities, discusses the rising issue of juvenile crime in major cities, particularly in Washington, DC. Kennedy highlights the concerning 12% increase in juvenile offenses such as carjackings and street fights, despite a general decline in adult crime. The discussion delves into the complexities of the criminal justice system, pointing out the imbalance between lenient juvenile laws and stricter enforcement for adults. Kennedy also touches upon the manipulation of crime data by municipal police departments and the troubling release of dangerous criminals due to insufficient jail capacity. Furthermore, the conversation addresses the political motivations behind these issues, especially in the context of upcoming elections, and the problematic release of illegal immigrants who continue to commit serious crimes, revealing a deeper systemic failure.

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Kerry Picket, the White House correspondent for The Washington Times, discusses President Trump's unprecedented 35-state campaign blitz aimed at influencing the midterm elections. The strategy seeks to mobilize the base by highlighting specific state issues and candidates. Despite historical trends showing significant losses for the president's party during midterms, Trump's approach is experimental and potentially groundbreaking. The conversation also touches on the recent shake-up in the White House press team, potential changes in the administration, and upcoming international and domestic initiatives that could impact the final years of the Trump presidency.

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The rise in e-bike usage has led to a surge in emergency room visits due to accidents, particularly among young teenagers. Nick Delledonne of the DC Safe Streets Coalition discusses the lack of regulation and proper warnings surrounding e-bikes, which has resulted in a 1,800 percent increase in emergency room visits for children and a 760 percent increase overall since January 2023. The conversation highlights the need for stricter regulations, such as requiring e-bikes to be registered and equipped with identification tags. Additionally, the discussion touches on poorly designed bike lanes and the Vision Zero initiative, which has failed to reduce fatalities as intended. Local activists are urged to organize the community to push for safer biking regulations.

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Maryland's redistricting efforts and the upcoming gubernatorial election are central topics in this conversation with Republican Congressman Andy Harris. Harris discusses the Democrats' proposal to amend the Maryland Constitution to remove rules on redistricting, which he argues would lead to partisan gerrymandering. He emphasizes that a simple majority could approve this change, potentially disadvantaging Republicans. Harris also addresses the governor's reelection bid, noting that while the governor currently polls at 51%, the significant percentage of undecided voters indicates a competitive race. He urges Republicans to vote against the redistricting initiative and to support the governor to prevent a narrow victory that might jeopardize national ambitions. Harris also comments on the national political landscape, highlighting the importance of the Midwest in determining control of Congress and expressing optimism about Republican voter turnout. He concludes by discussing the need for Republicans to highlight their legislative achievements to bolster their reelection efforts.

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In this interview, Leland Vittert, a prominent journalist from News Nation, discusses several pressing topics just weeks before the election. Vittert addresses the tightening polls favoring Republicans and discusses the ongoing investigation into Ilhan Omar, suggesting it goes beyond previous accusations to a broader criminal conspiracy. The conversation also touches on the unrest in France, comparing it to the confluence of far-left policies and political Islam, and how this situation serves as a warning for the U.S. Vittert also shares insights into his book, "Board of Luck," which details his journey as a father of a son with autism, offering hope and solidarity to other parents in similar situations.

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Flu season is getting an early start across the United States, with new federal data showing influenza activity rising significantly faster than it did at this time last year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 3.6% of flu tests nationwide came back positive in early October, compared with just 0.6% during the same period in 2025. The increase represents a sixfold jump in the national positivity rate, raising concerns among health experts as the country heads into the colder months. Although overall flu activity remains relatively low nationwide, some regions are already reporting unusually high numbers of cases. The West Coast has experienced particularly elevated flu activity, while health providers in other parts of the country are also seeing an increase in patients with influenza-like symptoms. Researchers are closely monitoring the H1N1 strain, which is currently the predominant influenza strain circulating in the United States. This year's version includes a mutation known as G155E, raising questions about how well existing immunity will protect against infection, particularly among younger people. Health experts say it is still too early to determine how severe the 2026–2027 flu season will become. Influenza typically circulates during the fall and winter, with cases most often peaking between December and February. However, the latest surveillance data suggest the virus is gaining momentum earlier than usual this year. Medical professionals are encouraging Americans to consider getting vaccinated before flu activity increases further. The CDC recommends annual influenza vaccination for most people ages six months and older. Health experts say it generally takes about two weeks after vaccination for the body to develop protective antibodies. This season's flu vaccines are designed to protect against multiple influenza strains, including H1N1, H3N2 and influenza B. Doctors also recommend everyday preventive measures, including frequent handwashing, staying home when sick and avoiding close contact with people experiencing flu symptoms. With influenza activity already climbing in October, health officials are continuing to monitor national and regional trends to determine how the season develops.

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President Donald Trump is calling for a change in Ukraine's negotiating team as his administration continues efforts to reach an agreement to end the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Speaking to reporters outside the White House on Monday, Trump said it was time for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to have someone else negotiate on behalf of his country. The president's remarks come amid growing disagreements between Washington and Kyiv over efforts to reach a peace agreement with Moscow. Trump has repeatedly expressed frustration with Zelenskyy's approach to negotiations, accusing the Ukrainian leader of standing in the way of a potential agreement. In a social media post Sunday, Trump claimed that significant progress was being made toward ending the conflict but suggested Zelenskyy was unwilling to reach a deal. The president also defended his decision to waive a series of congressionally approved sanctions on Russia, arguing that maintaining diplomatic engagement with Moscow was necessary to keep peace negotiations moving forward. That decision has drawn criticism from lawmakers in both parties who argue that easing economic pressure on Russia could weaken the United States' negotiating position. Trump has maintained that his administration is working to bring an end to the fighting through negotiations, although no final agreement has been announced. It remains unclear whether Zelenskyy would consider changing Ukraine's negotiating representatives or how Trump's latest comments could affect ongoing diplomatic discussions. The remarks underscore continued differences between the Trump administration and Ukraine's leadership over how to bring the conflict to an end.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made an unannounced visit to Israel on Monday, where he reportedly met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The visit comes as the United States and Israel continue discussions over regional security and ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Details surrounding Hegseth's trip, including the full agenda and the substance of his reported meeting with Netanyahu, have not been publicly confirmed. The visit also comes amid heightened attention to relations between Washington and Jerusalem following President Donald Trump's public endorsement of Netanyahu ahead of Israel's upcoming election. Trump endorsed the Israeli leader on Sunday, arguing that a change in leadership could complicate American efforts in the region. Vice President JD Vance, however, declined to endorse Netanyahu during a separate interview with journalist Mark Halperin aboard Air Force Two, saying he was neither supporting nor opposing the prime minister's candidacy. Hegseth's reported meeting highlights continued high-level contact between the United States and Israel as both countries navigate security challenges and diplomatic developments in the region. It remains unclear whether the Pentagon or Israeli officials will release additional details about the visit or announce any agreements resulting from the discussions.

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President Donald Trump is blaming immigration for the violent unrest sweeping across France, saying he previously warned French President Emmanuel Macron that failing to tighten border security would lead to serious problems. Speaking to reporters outside the White House on Monday, Trump argued that immigration policies, rather than concerns over education and the economy, were responsible for the demonstrations. "What's happening in France has to do with immigration, not schools, not anything. It's immigration," Trump said. The president claimed he warned Macron during his first term to close France's borders, telling the French leader that allowing large numbers of migrants into the country would create problems. Trump also urged European leaders to strengthen border security, warning that continued unrest could threaten stability across the continent. The demonstrations began in September as students protested deteriorating school conditions, teacher shortages and inadequate education funding. Since then, the movement has expanded to include broader public frustration over the rising cost of living, higher fuel prices and declining public services. Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators took to the streets across France over the weekend, with some protests escalating into violent clashes with police, looting and property destruction. French authorities reported thousands of arrests following Saturday's unrest, which included attacks on businesses and public buildings. A historic town hall in Limoges was among the structures heavily damaged. Macron condemned the violence in a televised address Sunday while acknowledging that peaceful demonstrators had legitimate concerns about living standards and public services. French officials have blamed much of the violence on radical-left groups and individuals accused of exploiting the demonstrations to commit crimes. Trump, however, has continued to point to immigration as the underlying cause of the unrest, using the situation to reinforce his administration's emphasis on border enforcement. His claims contrast with the stated demands of the protesters, which have largely focused on education, economic conditions and government spending. The unrest has placed additional pressure on Macron's government as French authorities work to restore order and address the grievances fueling the nationwide demonstrations.

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President Donald Trump is renewing his call for New Mexico to change its name to "New America," arguing that the change would better reflect the state's identity as part of the United States. In a post on Truth Social Monday, Trump urged state officials to consider the change. "New Mexico should immediately change its name to New America. We are not Mexico, we are the United States of America!" Trump wrote. The president also claimed that renaming the state would have economic benefits, suggesting that "home values and incomes would rise" as a result. Trump did not provide evidence supporting that prediction or explain how a name change would affect property values or household incomes. Monday's remarks were not the first time Trump has proposed renaming New Mexico. The president previously raised the idea in September. The latest proposal follows other efforts by the Trump administration to change the names of prominent geographic locations. In August, Trump signed an executive order directing that Lake Ontario be renamed "Lake America," a move tied to ongoing trade tensions between the United States and Canada. The president also took similar action last year when he moved to rename the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America." Those naming decisions have generated debate over presidential authority, geographic identity and the extent to which the federal government can change established place names. New Mexico became the 47th state in 1912, although the name had been used for the region for centuries before statehood. The state's name reflects its Spanish colonial history and predates the establishment of the modern nation of Mexico. Any formal effort to rename New Mexico would face significant legal and political hurdles. Unlike federal geographic designations, changing the name of a state would require a more extensive legal process. Trump has not announced a formal proposal or timeline for pursuing the change, and it remains unclear whether New Mexico officials intend to consider the suggestion.

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Vice President JD Vance is declining to endorse Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for reelection, taking a different approach from President Donald Trump, who publicly backed the Israeli leader over the weekend. During an interview with journalist Mark Halperin aboard Air Force Two, Vance was asked whether he supported Netanyahu's reelection bid. "I'm not anti-endorsing him. I'm not pro-endorsing him," Vance said. The vice president's comments come after Trump issued a strong endorsement of Netanyahu on Sunday in a Truth Social post addressed to the "Great People of Israel." Trump praised Netanyahu's leadership and argued that keeping him in office was important to American interests in the region. "If Israel has the wrong Leader, which would be anyone other than Bibi, America will have to do this work ourselves, and I am not inclined to do so," Trump wrote. The president's endorsement comes ahead of Israel's upcoming election and follows months of tensions between Washington and Jerusalem over regional security and diplomatic efforts. Trump and Netanyahu have maintained a close political relationship, particularly regarding Iran and Israel's national security. However, disagreements have emerged over Israeli military operations in Lebanon and Gaza, including actions that have complicated U.S.-led diplomatic initiatives. Despite those differences, Trump has continued to publicly support Netanyahu and his leadership. Vance, meanwhile, has stopped short of expressing either support or opposition to the Israeli prime minister's candidacy. His comments do not necessarily signal a disagreement with Trump over U.S. policy toward Israel, but they highlight a difference in how the two administration officials are approaching the upcoming election. Israeli voters elect members of the Knesset, the country's parliament, rather than directly choosing a prime minister. The next government will depend on which political parties can form a governing coalition. For now, Trump has made his preferred candidate clear, while Vance has chosen not to take a public position on Netanyahu's reelection bid.

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Larry Elder discusses the widespread protests in France that began over inadequate supplies and deteriorated into violent riots, resulting in the destruction of historic buildings. The speaker emphasizes the importance of accurate information and the assumptions made by protestors regarding police brutality against black individuals, using the case of George Floyd as an example. Contrary to popular belief, data shows that police killed fewer unarmed black men in 2019 than commonly assumed, and more unarmed white individuals were killed by police that year. The speaker also highlights a study suggesting that police are more hesitant to use deadly force against black suspects than white ones. The video encourages viewers to seek out factual information rather than assumptions when forming opinions.

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Dennis Prager, after nearly two years since a severe accident left him quadriplegic, made a powerful return at a public appearance in Florida. During his speech, Prager recounts the details of his fall and the initial prognosis of palliative care, emphasizing his refusal to be defined by his condition. He discusses his remarkable progress, including breathing without a ventilator and continuing his work, such as completing his commentary on Leviticus. Prager shares his philosophy on maintaining a positive identity despite life's adversities, stressing the importance of not viewing oneself as a victim. His resilience and humor shine through as he reflects on his journey and the support he received from friends and colleagues, including Larry Elder, who believes Prager’s story will inspire many.

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A student protest in France over issues such as overcrowded classrooms and high costs has escalated into widespread unrest. Initially sparked in September, the protests quickly gained momentum as various left-wing groups, including social democrats, communists, and the black bloc, joined forces. Their opposition is largely directed against the potential presidency of Marine Le Pen, a far-right nationalist candidate, who is favored to win the upcoming election in six months. The protests have since spiraled into riots and acts of vandalism, with no unified demands or leadership. This unrest coincides with the end of President Emmanuel Macron's term, who has been in power for nine and a half years. The situation is further complicated by the involvement of migrant groups in urban areas, leading to looting and chaos. The escalating violence highlights broader discontent with the cost of living and educational issues in France. For the latest updates, tune into our new channel for live coverage.

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The Louvre has shut it's doors as protests in Paris, France boiled over into full-blown riots?—2,000 shops looted, damages in the hundreds of millions. ---- M and M Extra! If you love smart unscripted talk show chemistry, you’re in the right place. 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 zero apologies. Like and subscribe to youtube.com/@MandMExtra for more content. Watch full episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EGNf1WbbwMRurHjD-q-sft3OQfbxop8 Check out highlight clips from all our shows: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EGNf1WbbwPQn44WIEh9LfT3hP1lng9w

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Mike and Mark get into a heated debate over whether the media piled on Katie Zacharia too hard during her brief, disastrous run as White House press secretary—especially after she got exposed for never passing the bar exam. Was it fair coverage or a feeding frenzy? ---- M and M Extra! If you love smart unscripted talk show chemistry, you’re in the right place. 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 zero apologies. Like and subscribe to youtube.com/@MandMExtra for more content. Watch full episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EGNf1WbbwMRurHjD-q-sft3OQfbxop8 Check out highlight clips from all our shows: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EGNf1WbbwPQn44WIEh9LfT3hP1lng9w

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In this episode of Hugh Hewitt: Hugh Clips, the conversation centers on the critical importance of the upcoming Senate races in the midterm elections. President Trump urges voters to consider him when casting their ballots, highlighting the potential long-term impact of these elections on his legacy and the future political landscape. The discussion features insights from Matthew Continetti, who emphasizes that the outcomes of these races could shape the next two years of Trump's presidency and even set the stage for a potential Democratic presidency in 2029. The potential for unified Democratic control of Congress under President Trump and the subsequent implications for legislative agendas are thoroughly examined, underscoring the pivotal role of this year's Senate elections.

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In the midst of political upheaval in France, the consequences of left-wing policies are laid bare. This clip from Scott Jennings’ show highlights the severe repercussions faced by citizens who supported the left, including the ransacking of over 1,500 shops and mass arrests. The speaker criticizes Emmanuel Macron for his perceived ineffectiveness and suggests that law enforcement should take a tougher stance against the protesters. The clip underscores the potential risks of aligning with left-leaning ideologies and serves as a cautionary tale for other nations, particularly the United States.

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