Morning Wire Gulf Coast Blizzard Warning & Ryan Corbett Returns Home | Afternoon Update | 1.21.25
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Jan 21, 2025 Key political updates take center stage with Marco Rubio's confirmation as Secretary of State and discussions around Trump's pardons. The podcast also highlights the halting of ICE raids amidst a leak investigation and the severe storm's impact on the Gulf Coast. Flight cancellations pile up as Ryan Corbett returns home after two years in captivity, sharing his harrowing experiences and the ongoing plight of others still held by the Taliban. It’s a whirlwind of news you won’t want to miss!
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Pardons Granted
- Oath Keepers leader Stuart Rhodes and ex-Proud Boys chief Enrique Tarrio were pardoned by Trump.
- Both were convicted of seditious conspiracy related to January 6th, despite not entering the Capitol.
Birthright Citizenship Challenged
- 18 Democrat-led states and two cities sued to challenge Trump's executive order ending birthright citizenship.
- The order, effective February 19th, aims to strengthen national security and immigration enforcement.
ICE Raids Delayed
- ICE raids in sanctuary cities are temporarily on hold due to a reported leak within the agency.
- Migrants in New York City have left shelters anticipating the raids.