Government Shutdown Update: Possible Compromises and Off-Ramps Explained

JOHN BOLTON INDICTED - President Trump’s former National Security Advisor John Bolton has been indicted on 18 counts for mishandling classified documents. National Correspondent Rory O’Neill explains the charges, what prosecutors allege, and how this case could impact ongoing national security investigations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GOV'T SHUTDOWN UPDATE - A government shutdown update as negotiations continue in Washington, with new signs of potential compromise. Senior Writer for The Dispatch David Drucker breaks down the latest developments and outlines the possible off-ramps lawmakers could take to bring the shutdown to an end.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Security Institute Senior Fellow Lester Munson previews President Trump’s upcoming meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky amid heightened global tensions. Plus, the U.S. military sends B-52 bombers flying off the coast of Venezuela in a show of strength as diplomatic pressure builds in the region.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TOP STORIES - More than 80 “No Kings” protests are planned across Florida, charges against Trooper the dog's owner have been dropped, and four people—including two students—are hurt in a Tampa school bus crash. Plus, Hillsborough County approves $18 million for upgrades to the Yankees’ Steinbrenner Field, a Hooters manager launches a run for Lakeland mayor, and a naked Florida woman is accused of punching a firefighter who tried to get her to cover up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NewsNation National Correspondent Ali Bradley recaps her exclusive one-on-one interview with Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons, covering immigration enforcement priorities, border operations, and how ICE is handling record migrant numbers nationwide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TRENDING - An angry Brewers fan loses her job after threatening to call ICE on a Dodgers supporter, Senator Mitch McConnell suffers another fall, and a swastika flag spotted in Republican Rep. Dave Taylor’s office is now being called an “optical illusion” as Capitol Police investigate. Plus, new revelations from Virginia Giuffre’s memoir detail the abuse she endured involving Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein, and the woman who died by suicide on Disney’s monorail is remembered as a devoted fan of the parks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BEST OF - House Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries weigh in as the government shutdown continues, while former Florida governor Charlie Crist says he’s “strongly considering” a run for St. Pete mayor. Plus, Hernando County Commissioners vote to rename a road after Charlie Kirk, and parents accused of leaving their baby alone on a Florida beach say they “lost track of time.” Also, a look at New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s Fox News interview and his controversial comments about Hamas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. issues a direct warning to Hamas to end the violence in Gaza amid escalating tensions and renewed clashes. ABC News Correspondent Jordana Miller reports live from Israel with the latest on-the-ground developments, and National Correspondent Rory O’Neill provides an update on the broader Israel–Gaza situation and global response.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest developments in the James Comey and Letitia James cases are raising new legal and political questions, while former Special Counsel Jack Smith faces growing criticism over his handling of recent prosecutions. Senior Editor at The Dispatch Sarah Isgur joins with expert analysis on what’s driving these controversies and their potential impact on upcoming trials.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TOP STORIES - Florida airports are refusing to air a Homeland Security video that blames Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown. Speaker Mike Johnson suggests the House Ethics Committee may investigate Rep. Cory Mills over a restraining order, and a Brevard County man returns a stolen car after realizing a 1-year-old was inside. Plus, Polk County Sheriff and detectives face a lawsuit over a child rape investigation, and Tampa moves to seize guns from ex-city candidate Elvis Piggott following his arrest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.