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Riots Rock France & Trump Launches Super Intelligence Force | 10.5.26

Oct 5, 2026 · 18m

Summary

Morning Wire covers President Trump’s announcement of a new superintelligence force led by the DNI, framing AI as a national security priority. The show analyzes Trump’s Ohio campaign speech, noting his focus on holding solidly red states amid poor midterm polls. It also details escalating riots in France, where thousands were arrested amid violent clashes involving migrants and local residents. Finally, legal expert Mark Astor discusses the "Cornell 7" case, questioning the impartiality of the investigation after New York Governor Hochul appointed Letitia James to oversee it.

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Sponsors: Run Hide Fight and Kalshi Show intro and news headlines Trump announces Superintelligence Force and AI Czar Analysis of Trump's Ohio campaign speech GOP strategy and midterm polling concerns Sponsor: Quince cashmere and fall fashion Sponsor: ZocDoc doctor appointments France riots and social unrest with Bev Turner Sponsor: Kalshi midterm trading Cornell 7 case and Letitia James appointment Outro and final Kalshi sponsor read
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