Evening Wire: American Captive Returns From Russia & Southern Poverty Law Center CFO Arrested | 8.12.26
Summary
This episode covers President Trump’s claims of dominance over Iran and the release of American prisoner Robert Gilman from Russia. It also reports on ICE adopting electric shock gloves, a judge blocking NYC’s pied-à-terre tax, and Massachusetts legalizing abortion up to birth. Additional stories include the DOJ arresting the SPLC’s former CFO, new rules banning Medicaid funding for transgender care, and updates on the Luigi Mangione trial and Jason Arday scandal.
Topics discussed
Intro: Colorado free speech case and show open
Trump on Iran military and leadership reshuffle
SPLC former CFO arrested for fraud
American Marine Robert Gilman released from Russia
ICE agents to use electric shock gloves
Judge blocks NYC pied-a-terre tax rollout
Massachusetts legalizes abortion to birth
ADF video series on gender ideology
Medicaid bans funding for trans youth care
Florida machete stabbing by illegal migrant
Luigi Mangione trial jurors to remain anonymous
Cambridge investigates Jason Arday scandal
Indiana Fever coach defends Sophie Cunningham
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