Morning Wire Evening Wire: Trump-Putin Summit & Space Travel Gets A Boost | 8.15.25
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Aug 15, 2025 Tensions rise as President Trump touches down in Alaska for a summit with Putin, aiming for a ceasefire in Ukraine. New FBI evidence hints at political favoritism in the Clinton inquiry, stirring controversy. Meanwhile, Trump's push for private space travel showcases a bold step in current politics. The podcast also highlights a significant decline in alcohol consumption among Americans, along with updates on immigration issues and troubling rabies cases. Flight cancellations shake the travel industry, while major donations make waves in cancer research.
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Summit Focused On Rapid Ceasefire
- President Trump traveled to Alaska for an in-person summit with Vladimir Putin aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
- Trump said he wants a ceasefire rapidly and expressed impatience if it doesn't happen immediately.
Declassified Memo Alleges Clinton Shielding
- A newly declassified 2017 memo alleges political obstruction by the Obama-era FBI and DOJ regarding Clinton probes.
- The memo includes directives from Sally Yates and limits imposed by Andrew McCabe, prompting renewed DOJ review.
Trump Frames Russia Probe As Political Attack
- President Trump characterized the investigators he criticized as criminals and said he was exonerated after prolonged Russia probes.
- He argued the investigations aimed to demean his candidacy and should have ended quickly.