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Evening Wire: Hayden Panettiere Passes Away & SCOTUS Rejects Trump Appeal | 8.17.26

Aug 17, 2026 · 10m

Summary

This episode covers the Supreme Court rejecting Trump’s appeal in the E. Jean Carroll case and the DNC’s resolution to abolish ICE. It reports on the expiration of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, a Little League sign-stealing scandal, and the identification of a Nazi executioner via AI. Additionally, it details the start of the Tupac Shakur murder trial and the tragic death of actress Hayden Panettiere at age 36.

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Kalshi and Blinds.com Supreme Court rejects Trump's appeal in E. Jean Carroll case DNC supports movement to abolish ICE Iran ceasefire expires; Pentagon replenishes missile stocks AG Blanche refuses to pledge DOJ independence from White House Little League scandal: Iowa team accused of stealing signs UK PM duped by impersonator of Trump advisor Susie Wiles Storms kill seven in Indiana; Tropical Storm Leila hits Hawaii AI helps identify Nazi executioner from 1941 photo Trial begins for Dwayne Davis in Tupac Shakur murder Actress Hayden Panettiere dies at age 36 Show wrap-up and sponsor message
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