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Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In today’s episode, we cover

FBI Tracks Down Texas Democrats in Illinois
Senator John Cornyn confirms that the FBI is helping locate Texas Democrats who fled the state to block a redistricting vote. While the FBI won’t arrest them, it will keep tabs until Texas law enforcement moves in. Tensions could boil over this weekend in Chicago.

Massive Court Hack Compromises Informants
A cyberattack on the federal court system may have exposed the identities of confidential informants involved in criminal and espionage cases. The attack appears to be the work of a foreign state actor, possibly China or Russia, sparking serious national security concerns.

Judge Halts Construction of Florida Deportation Facility
An Obama-appointed judge has frozen construction at “Alligator Alcatraz,” a deportation processing center in Florida, after lawsuits from environmental groups and a Native tribe. The White House vows to appeal.

Student Loan Delinquencies Hit 21-Year High
As COVID-era payment suspensions fully expire, more Americans are defaulting on student loans. The good news: other types of debt are holding steady, according to the Federal Reserve.

China’s Trade Numbers Rise Despite Tariffs
China’s exports jumped 7.2 percent in July, partly due to cheating through transshipment schemes. Goods are relabeled in countries like Vietnam to avoid tariffs, undermining U.S. trade rules.

Armenia and Azerbaijan Sign U.S.-Brokered Peace Deal
Trump hosts leaders at the White House to finalize a long-awaited peace agreement. The deal includes a new corridor for Azerbaijan through Armenian territory, exclusive U.S. development rights, and potential momentum for expanding the Abraham Accords.

Putin Agrees to Meeting with Trump
The Kremlin signals openness to peace talks in the UAE. Trump wants Ukrainian President Zelenskyy involved, but Putin resists. Critics warn this may be a stalling tactic by Moscow. Trump calls it “Jello Diplomacy” and says time will tell.

"And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

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