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Here are 3 big things you need to know—
One — President-elect Trump is naming transition co-chair Linda McMahon as Education Secretary. She was given the nod after Trump named his other transition co-chair Howard Lutnick to lead the Commerce Department. McMahon directed the Small Business Administration during Trump's first term and is the former CEO of WWE.
Two ---- More than 75-thousand deer have been harvested since the opening of firearm deer hunting season on Friday. In all, around 173-thousand deer have been legally harvested this year including archery season. Firearm deer season lasts until November 30th and archery season will reopen December 1st.
And number three — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is offering a five-million-dollar reward for each hostage released from Gaza. He also said people who help free Israeli hostages from Hamas will be given passage out of the devastated Gaza Strip. He made the announcement Tuesday on a visit to Gaza, where Israel estimates around 100 captives are still being held.
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Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines
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Charles Sauer, seasoned economic policy expert, author, President and Founder of the Market Institute.
If Elected, Donald Trump Must Dismiss Lina Khan
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Dr Ben Tapper, Director of Epigenetics. The Wellness Company
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Here are 3 big things you need to know—
One — Donald Trump is nominating Doctor Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The CMS oversees Medicare, Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance and Healthcare.gov, which provide coverage to nearly half of all Americans. Dr. Oz posted on X Tuesday that he looks forward to working with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Two ---- Hospitality workers are keeping the pressure on state lawmakers to make changes to the minimum wage increase due to take effect next year to keep their lower tipped wages in place. One State Representative who sponsored a bipartisan bill to address the issue and says restaurants will suffer if they don't take action. The Michigan Supreme Court ruled that lawmakers violated the constitution when they adopted a petition to raise the minimum wage and then amended it during lame duck session.
And number three — Ukraine is firing American missiles into Russia. Officials in Moscow say they shot down five U.S.-made missiles Tuesday. It's the first time Ukraine has launched a strike on Russian soil since President Biden gave the okay for the country to use U.S. weapons against Russia.
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Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines
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Brandon J. Weichert, How the West Lost Ukraine
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Brandon J. Weichert, geopolitical analyst and author.
A Disaster of Our Own Making: How the West Lost Ukraine
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David Guenthner, vice president for government affairs at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Protect Michigan's Presidential Votes.
Lawmakers should resist National Popular Vote
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—Here are 3 big things you need to know—
One — Donald Trump is nominating TV's Doctor Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. CMS oversees Medicare, Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program, and Healthcare-dot-gov, which currently provide coverage to nearly 50-percent of Americans.
Two ---- President Biden has approved sending antipersonnel landmines to Ukraine in its war against Russia. Multiple reports said Tuesday that the U.S. expects Ukraine to use the mines in its own territory in a region where Russian troops have made significant advances.
And number three — Most U.S. households will spend about the same or less on energy this winter, but some states may face higher costs due to colder weather. According to the Energy Information Administration, states like Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Illinois, and Kansas might see natural gas bills rise by 10 to 15 dollars per month. Electric heating may see a 2-percent increase, while natural gas prices will vary, with some areas dropping and others, like the Midwest, expected to rise by 11-percent.
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Ron Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy,Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan.
Around Michigan.
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Phil Wegmann, White House reporter at Real Clear Politics.
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Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines
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—Here are 3 big things you need to know—
One — President-elect Trump is picking former Wisconsin Representative Sean Duffy for the role of transportation secretary. Duffy served in the House from 2011 to 2019 and was a member of the Financial Services Committee. He left the House in 2019 after one of his children had a heart condition, and currently hosts a show on Fox Business.
Two ---- A new state law is aiming to curb auto theft in Michigan. Around the state, there were over 25-thousand vehicles stolen in 2023 and between 85-and-90-percent were stolen by thieves using Auto ProPad devices. Those devices allow thieves to program a blank key to start a car. The new law took effect last month to make possessing a ProPad without a legitimate purpose punishable by five-years in prison, and ten-years if someone uses it to actually steal a vehicle.
And number three — Parts of Florida are expected to feel what's left of Tropical Storm Sara. Remnants of Sara dissipated yesterday morning after bringing more than three-feet of rain to Honduras. The National Hurricane Center says the storm could bring tropical moisture to the Sunshine State and the northern Gulf Coast on Wednesday.
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Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines
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Phil Kerpen, President of American Commitment (www.AmericanCommitment.org).
Donald Trump’s second term agenda. After his huge Election Day victory, from taxes and regulation to immigration, health care, and beyond, what policies should Donald Trump pursue as he takes office a second time?
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Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines
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—Here are 3 big things you need to know—
One — Today marks one-thousand days since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Russian troops poured into the country on February 24th, 2022 in a massive escalation of a conflict that started in 2014.
Two ---- Two bills have been passed by lawmakers that would restrict firearms at polling locations while the polls are open. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson says she is grateful to see legislation limiting firearms in voting locations head to the governor's desk. She says the bills bring Michigan in line with Texas, Georgia, Vermont, and other states with similar restrictions.
And number three — Pennsylvania's race for the U.S. Senate may be coming to an end. Incumbent Democratic Senator Bob Casey and Republican David McCormick have been locked in a tight race, with McCormick holding a thin edge. Pennsylvania's state Supreme Court ruled today that counties must stop counting mail-in ballots that don't have a correct handwritten date on the return envelope.
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Breana Noble is a reporter for The Detroit News covering the automotive industry with a focus on Ford Motor Co.
What EV policies, laws could be 'gutted' by Trump administration, Republican Congress
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John Tillman, CEO of American Culture Project (ACP).
Dems had it Coming: Lousy Governing Stoked Black, Hispanic Voters' Revolt
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Joel B. Pollak is Senior Editor-at-Large and In-House Counsel at Breitbart News in Los Angeles, California, and also Editor of Breitbart California, co- author of The Agenda: What Trump Should Do in His First 100 Days.
The Agenda: What Trump Should Do in His First 100 Days
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—Here are 3 big things you need to know—
One — President-elect Trump is expected to be in South Texas today for the sixth launch of the SpaceX Starship prototype after yesterday's planned blast off was delayed. SpaceX founder Elon Musk supported Trump's campaign for president and will take on a special role in the new administration to promote efficiency in the operation of the federal government.
Two ---- A new Detroit News investigation shows that Allies of Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used millions of dollars from secret donors and a web of nonprofit organizations to promote her policy agenda and celebrate Democrats who joined in championing it. One State Rep. quoted says the state government in Michigan has less transparency than your local library board.
And number three — Thirty-nine of 43 monkeys have now been recaptured after escaping from a South Carolina research facility earlier this month. The CEO of Alpha Genesis said Monday evening that the recaptured animals walked back into the facility and into humane traps.
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Ryan Mills is an enterprise and media reporter at National Review.
Biden Pushed ‘Equity’ Deep into the Foundation of Government.
Here’s How Trump Can Uproot It
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David Harsanyi is a senior writer at The Washington Examiner, a nationally syndicated columnist, and author of six books—the most recent, The Rise of BlueAnon: How the Democrats Became a Party of Conspiracy Theorists. Follow him on Twitter, @davidharsanyi.
The Rise of BlueAnon: How the Democrats Became a Party of Conspiracy Theorist
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David Harsanyi, Continued...
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David Harsanyi is a senior writer at The Washington Examiner, a nationally syndicated columnist, and author of six books—the most recent, The Rise of BlueAnon: How the Democrats Became a Party of Conspiracy Theorists. Follow him on Twitter, @davidharsanyi.
The Rise of BlueAnon: How the Democrats Became a Party of Conspiracy Theorist
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—Here are 3 big things you need to know—
One — Multiple sources indicate President Biden is allowing Ukraine to strike Russia with U.S.-made long-range missiles. There have also been reports that Ukraine plans to launch strikes in the coming days. This comes after news of North Korean soldiers arriving at the front to fight alongside Russian troops.
Two ---- A 9-1-1 call from a Michigan deer hunter on opening day of firearm deer season Friday helped Michigan State Police arrest a fugitive. The hunter spotted the man near his four-wheeler and called police to report it. The 28-year-old suspect from Battle Creek was already the subject of an active manhunt when the tip came in from Emmett Township and had several outstanding warrants for his arrest.
And number three — President-elect Trump is picking FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr to now chair the agency. Trump said that he first nominated Carr to the FCC in 2017, and his great work has led to him now being designated the permanent chairman.
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Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines
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Reagan Reese, Trump’s Cabinet
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Reagan Reese, WH Correspondent, Daily Caller.
Trump’s Cabinet.
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Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines
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—Here are 3 big things you need to know—
One — House Speaker Mike Johnson is defending President-elect Trump's controversial cabinet nominations. In an interview on CNN's "State of the Union," Johnson said Trump's picks will disrupt the status quo by design. He said the agencies they'll be heading need reform and the American people know that.
Two ---- It's more expensive to fill the gas tank in Michigan compared to last Monday. Triple-A Michigan says the average price is up by nine-cents a gallon to three-dollars-13-cents, but the price is still 21-cents less than last month. Michigan's most expensive gas is in Jackson at three-dollars-19-cents, while Traverse City has the most affordable gas at exactly three-dollars a gallon.
And number three — A deadly E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots is affecting 18 states. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Sunday one death and 15 hospitalizations have been reported among the 39 confirmed cases nationwide. Several brands of bagged organic baby and whole carrots have been recalled by Grimmway Farms.
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Michael Lucchese is the founder of Pipe Creek Consulting, an associate editor of Law & Liberty, and a contributing editor to Providence.
Restraint is not a serious option for the dangerous world Trump faces