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Today's News with Larry Schweikart

Today's News with Larry Schweikart

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Check out this daily round-up of happenings in politics, government, foreign affairs, entertainment, culture, and more. It's a fresh take on the news with the signature witty edge of the "intellectually irreverent" New York Times #1 bestselling author, historian, and political pundit Dr. Larry Schweikart. The News of Today is the History of Tomorrow.2023-2024 Larry Schweikart Political Science Politics & Government World
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  • TODAY'S NEWS, February 28-March 2, 2026

    TODAY'S NEWS, February 28-March 2, 2026
    Mar 2 2026
    IN POLITICAL NEWS U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran reportedly eliminated senior regime and military figures, weakened naval capacity, prompted limited retaliation, and intensified partisan divides at home. Trump allegedly bypassed traditional media and addressed the Iranian public directly, while U.S. outlets drew criticism for their characterization of Iran’s leadership. Most Democratic lawmakers opposed the strikes, framing the action as politically polarizing. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to cut Pentagon ties with select universities over ideological concerns. Democratic strategists debate health care reform and party direction, with internal divisions emerging between centrists and progressives. Senate GOP leadership declined to require a talking filibuster on the SAVE Act, frustrating some conservatives. Thirteen state attorneys general secured a settlement in which Vanguard agreed to roll back ESG initiatives and provide documentation. During the Iran conflict, Kuwait mistakenly shot down three U.S. jets; all crews survived. Separate violent incidents occurred in Washington, D.C., and Austin, Texas, resulting in multiple casualties. Opposition grows to proposed tax increases in California and New York, including wealth and corporate surcharges. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced indictments of 30 individuals tied to an alleged church invasion in Minnesota. IN EPSTEIN FILES NEWS Questions raised about whether “yacht-girl” culture reflects broader patterns associated with elite exploitation networks. IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWS Federal authorities seized a million dollar home, vehicles, and luxury goods from an alleged fraud suspect. IN CULTURAL NEWS New polling shows nearly half of Americans regularly reflect on life’s meaning, with atheists and religiously unaffiliated respondents doing so less frequently. IN ECONOMIC NEWS The Defense Department ended its relationship with Anthropic over security concerns and signed a new agreement with OpenAI. U.S. natural gas production reached record levels, while a federal environmental review advanced new offshore drilling consideration in California. China’s attempt to restrict rare earth mineral access reportedly backfired amid new technological developments. IN INTERNATIONAL NEWS A Hungarian court ruled intelligence agencies may not label AfD as a right wing extremist organization. Energy analysts warned oil prices could spike due to Strait of Hormuz instability and a Saudi refinery disruption affecting shipping insurance and supply flows. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer allowed U.S. use of British bases in support of Iran operations. Anti U.S. unrest in Pakistan resulted in multiple protester deaths. A Hong Kong court reversed a fraud conviction against media figure Jimmy Lai. IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Political controversy surrounding Netflix reportedly complicated a potential Warner Bros. deal. Singer Neil Sedaka, known for mid century pop hits, died at 86. Actor Crispin Glover faced allegations involving coercive misconduct. Season two of The Night Manager received strong praise for its finale and overall execution. IN MEDICAL NEWS New research suggests bacteria within kidney stones may play a causal role, opening potential treatment pathways. Researchers in Abu Dhabi announced development of a new weight loss drug described as more effective than Ozempic. A large global data review found egg consumption associated with improved heart health outcomes. AND FINALLY A large sinkhole on a UK golf course exposed a previously hidden cellar stocked with alcohol. Larry SchweikartRock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history? Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series. Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on AmazonX: @LarrySchwe94560Truth Social: @CyberneticsLSGettrLinkedInFacebook: @LarrySchweikart Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen. www.wildworldofhistory.com
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    17 mins
  • TODAY'S NEWS, February 26-27, 2026

    TODAY'S NEWS, February 26-27, 2026
    Feb 27 2026
    IN POLITICAL NEWS Post-SOTU polling from CNN and CBS showed majority approval for Trump’s address, which highlighted inflation progress, border enforcement, crime reduction, and cultural contrasts with Democrats. The DOJ sued five states over voter roll access. Kash Patel reportedly dismissed FBI agents involved in the Mar-a-Lago raid. In a federal oversight role, J.D. Vance halted $260 million to Minnesota over fraud concerns. Senate leadership has not advanced the SAVE Act amid internal GOP resistance to ending the filibuster. Trump met with tech leaders and secured commitments that new data centers would fund their own power generation. Litigation continues in Georgia related to 2020 election matters. Minnesota officials proposed taxpayer-backed leave for individuals affected during unrest. Allegations surfaced that prior officials accessed communications tied to Trump aides. Greenpeace was ordered to pay $345 million in damages related to the Dakota Access Pipeline. A U.S. military unit mistakenly shot down a Border Patrol drone. California oversight identified $900 million in questionable solar program expenditures, while wildfire response actions face new lawsuits. Target is paying $110 million to exit a Minneapolis lease. Texas AG Ken Paxton is positioned strongly in the GOP primary amid party tensions. A Maryland watchdog agency is suing its own mayor over records access. The Washington Post reported $100 million in losses. IN EPSTEIN FILES NEWS Leaders at Columbia Brain Institute and the World Economic Forum resigned amid Epstein-related scrutiny. Bill Gates acknowledged appearing in the files and apologized to staff. Reports suggest Epstein relocated materials before earlier investigations. Larry Summers reportedly resigned again from Harvard. Closed-door testimony occurred involving Hillary Clinton and lawmakers regarding file mentions. An older Bohemian Grove membership list resurfaced online. A Rothschild banker publicly addressed her mention in disclosures. IN IMMIGRATION NEWS Three Mexican nationals were indicted on agricultural trafficking charges. IN CULTURAL NEWS California wineries report declining sales amid shifting demographics. Legal wins were reported in DEI-related cases in Minnesota. Proposals were made to penalize job ads excluding U.S. applicants. Ongoing cultural debates continue in education and media. IN GENDER POLICY NEWS Maryland parents secured a $1.5 million settlement and opt-out provisions over school gender curriculum. Reports cite over $100 million in Medicaid spending over five years on youth gender-transition procedures. IN ECONOMIC NEWS NVIDIA posted a record quarter. Jelly Belly announced layoffs in California. Block reduced its workforce by roughly 40%, citing AI efficiencies. Core inflation rose 0.8% month-over-month. IN INTERNATIONAL NEWS A deadly maritime firefight occurred near Cuba, with Americans detained. German McDonald’s locations adjusted advertising during Ramadan. Threats in Chinese targeted leaders supporting Shen Yun. Germany scrapped certain renewable mandates. Pakistan and Afghanistan exchanged hostilities. Indian media reported a significant Russian battlefield advance in Ukraine. Apple is implementing global age restrictions to comply with child-safety laws. Researchers confirmed geological evidence consistent with a biblical-era earthquake. IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Paramount increased its offer for Warner Bros., while Netflix withdrew its bid. Denise Richards stated financial difficulty regarding child support obligations. IN MEDICAL NEWS Commentary criticized DEI’s influence in scientific institutions. Israeli data reportedly showed a sharp spike in teen heart incidents following vaccination. AND FINALLY . . . Debate continues over legalization of human composting as a burial option. Larry SchweikartRock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history? Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series. Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on AmazonX: @LarrySchwe94560Truth Social: @CyberneticsLSGettrLinkedInFacebook: @LarrySchweikart Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen. www.wildworldofhistory.com
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    17 mins
  • TODAY'S NEWS, February 25, 2026

    TODAY'S NEWS, February 25, 2026
    Feb 25 2026
    IN POLITICAL NEWS During a lengthy address, President Trump highlighted falling inflation, stronger border security, lower homicide rates, and what he described as a national resurgence. He honored victims of violent crime, touted lower drug prices, and drew attention to partisan reactions in the chamber, particularly on immigration enforcement. Trump called for new AI data centers to generate their own power and referenced a “ratepayer protection pledge” negotiated with major tech firms. America First Legal secured access to roughly 8,000 pages of documents tied to the Georgia election case involving Fani Willis. Commentary circulated online contrasting “All Are Welcome” signage with visible private security measures at a private residence. A new ABC poll shows Democrats with a narrow 2% national lead, a margin that would likely translate into a closely divided House. Reports suggest internal Democratic divisions over potential 2028 contenders, including differing views on several high-profile figures. The head of a major Silicon Valley water supplier stepped down amid a corruption probe, and an Atlanta museum executive faces investigation over missing funds. Vermont reversed course on a proposal that critics argued could have restricted Christian adoption agencies. IN EPPY FILES NEWS Bill Gates acknowledged appearing in the Epstein files and apologized to staff regarding past associations. A former Norwegian prime minister reportedly attempted suicide amid renewed scrutiny connected to the files. Media debate continues over interpretation of the Epstein documents, with some outlets cautioning against broad conclusions. The Segway inventor and a Beta Technologies board member resigned after being named in file disclosures. IN CULTURAL NEWS An Illinois school faces backlash after separating middle school students by race without notifying parents. UCLA is being sued by the Department of Justice over allegations of a hostile environment affecting Jewish and Israeli students and faculty. IN GENDER POLICY NEWS A new study examines demographic patterns among mass shooting suspects, contributing to ongoing debate over mental health and gender-related treatments. IN ECONOMIC NEWS Spirit Airlines expects to emerge from bankruptcy next spring. Jersey Mike’s was sold to Blackstone for $8 billion, prompting speculation about brand changes under new ownership. A Chick-fil-A employee received a $25,000 scholarship from company leadership. Donut Lab unveiled a solid-state EV battery capable of reaching 80% charge in approximately 4.5 minutes. IN INTERNATIONAL NEWS The Australian prime minister was evacuated following a bomb threat reportedly delivered in Chinese. European officials signaled that green transition policies must remain fiscally sustainable. A UK report alleges police complicity in Pakistani grooming gang crimes. An American Airlines flight arriving in Miami from Colombia was found to have bullet damage. IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS A lawsuit was filed against Don Lemon alleging emotional distress. Lauren Chapin, known for Father Knows Best, died at age 80. More than 20 million viewers watched a recent USA–Canada hockey matchup. AND FINALLY . . . A soccer goalkeeper revived an injured seagull with CPR after it was struck by the ball during play. Larry SchweikartRock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author A Patriot's History (concept trailer) - https://vimeo.com/40949423Buy Larry a coffee - http://buymeacoffee.com/larrys Want more Larry Schweikart politics, current events, and history? Visit www.wildworldofpolitics.com and become an INSIDER. You'll get exclusive content and ongoing video series. Check out more of Larry Schweikart's take on current events, history, and more on AmazonX: @LarrySchwe94560Truth Social: @CyberneticsLSGettrLinkedInFacebook: @LarrySchweikart Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen. www.wildworldofhistory.com
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    14 mins
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