As global tensions flare, Retired Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joins the show for an incisive threat assessment.

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China is ramping up pressure on its neighbors, expanding its presence, and testing U.S. alliances — all while the world looks away. In this episode, naval warfare expert Brent Sadler explains what’s happening, why it matters, and how this slow-moving crisis could become a major global conflict. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2741

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South China Sea: The Flashpoint No One’s Paying Attention To

A new system being tested in Florida uses remotely piloted drones to respond to school shootings in seconds—deploying non-lethal force to distract, disable, and stop attackers before police arrive. Morning Wire speaks with Justin Marston, the CEO of Campus Guardian Angel, whose program aims to rethink school safety nationwide. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2740

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The 5-Second School Defense System Being Tested In Florida

The strait of Hormuz is officially open again, Tennessee designates June as Nuclear Family month, and LIV golf may be gone as fast as it came. Get the facts first with Evening Wire.
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Ep. 2739
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Evening Wire: Hormuz Opens & Todd Lyons Resigns | 4.17.26

President Trump announces a 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, a murder-suicide involving former Democratic Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax shakes Virginia, and France and Britain hold a conference to secure the Strait of Hormuz – after the Iranian conflict ends. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2738

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U.S. Expands Hormuz Blockade & VA Fairfax Deaths Investigated | 4.17.26

A ceasefire goes into effect between Israel and Lebanon, a tragic murder-suicide rocks Virginia, and Dairy Queen deploys AI in the drive-thru. Get the facts first with Evening Wire.
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Ep. 2737
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Evening Wire: Lebanon Ceasefire Begins & Murder-Suicide Rocks VA | 4.16.26

The White House tightens its messaging on the economy and its plans to end the Iran conflict, a man naturalized by the Biden administration is arrested after going on an alleged killing spree, and a new bill in California ignites debate over fraud and the role of independent journalism. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2736

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Trump's Midterms Pivot & CA Threatens Journalism? | 4.16.26

Trump Accounts seem to be off to a strong start—just in time for Tax Day, European leaders lay post-war plans to police the Strait of Hormuz, and the U.S. Border Czar fires back at the Catholic Church over immigration. Get the facts first with Evening Wire.
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Ep. 2735
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Evening Wire: Europe’s Glacial Response & Tax Cuts Tested | 4.15.26

Tensions build across multiple fronts in the Middle East, inflation data reveals the widespread effects of rising gas prices, and an explosive report released Tuesday suggests the Biden DOJ coordinated with abortion-rights activists to target pro-life advocates. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2734

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Iran’s Options Narrow & Biden DOJ’s Pro-Abortion Collusion? | 4.15.26

The Navy continues to blockade Iranian ports, another woman accuses Eric Swalwell of sexual assault, and the State Department hosts historic peace negotiations between Lebanon and Israel. Get the facts first with Evening Wire.
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Ep. 2733
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Evening Wire: Another Swalwell Allegation & Lebanon, Israel Talk Peace | 4.14.26

President Trump and his team make good on promises to take control of the Strait of Hormuz, the Pope and the president publicly disagree over the war in Iran, and Congress roars back into session with fresh scandals. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

Hormuz Cut Off & Scandals Rock Congress | 4.14.26

Trump’s blockade of Iran takes effect, Hungary votes out Viktor Orban, and Eric Swalwell’s reputation troubles continue to snowball. Get the facts first with Evening Wire.
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Ep. 2731
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Evening Wire: Iranian Ports Sealed & Swalwell Resigns From Congress | 4.13.26

The U.S. Navy blockades Iranian ports after peace talks end without a deal, California Rep. Eric Swalwell suspends his campaign for governor amid sexual misconduct allegations, and protests over crippling fuel costs erupt in Ireland. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2730

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Iranian Blockade Begins & Swalwell Withdraws | 4.13.26

A US Delegation led by Vice President Vance heads to Pakistan for Iran negotiations, new Inflation numbers come in hot, and a new immigration bill called the “Dignidad” act draws major backlash from conservatives. Get the facts first with Evening Wire.
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Ep. 2727
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Evening Wire: Vance Heads to Pakistan & ‘Dignidad’ Act Scrutinized | 4.10.26

Alliance Defending Freedom steps into the global free speech fight as it backs X’s legal challenge against the EU’s $140 million fine under the new and contested Digital Services Act. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2729

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The EU Censorship Fight You Didn’t Know About

Reagan Conrad speaks to Morning Wire on her investigation into the fast-growing kratom and 7-OH epidemic, a cheap gas-station drug that’s quietly fueling addiction among thousands of Americans. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2728

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The Opioid-Like Drug Sold At Gas Stations

The fragile Iran-U.S. ceasefire is being tested, the Artemis II crew is expected to splash down to Earth tonight, and President Trump steps in to help save college sports. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2726

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Iran Peace Talks Loom & Artemis II’s Return | 4.10.26

American troops are set to remain stationed around Iran until compliance is assured, the U.S. threatens to pull assets from some NATO members, and the UK foils a Russian submarine operation. Get the facts first with Evening Wire.
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Ep. 2725
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Evening Wire: Troops Hold For Ceasefire & Russian Sub Plot Foiled | 4.9.26

Iran and the U.S. seem miles apart in negotiations amid the nascent ceasefire, the Trump Administration faces rising political stakes from the war at home, and how long can Americans expect pain at the pump to last? Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2724

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Is The Iran Ceasefire Beginning To Crack? | 4.9.26

More details about the ceasefire negotiations with Iran, markets respond to news of peace, and the CIA unveils a mind blowing new weapon called “Ghost Murmur." Get the facts first with Evening Wire.
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Evening Wire: Ceasefire Day One & ‘Ghost Murmur’ Weapon Unveiled | 4.8.26

A two-week ceasefire with Iran begins, and the Iranian people are isolated by a month-long internet blackout. Plus, an American journalist kidnapped in Baghdad is released by her terrorist captors. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2722

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