Trump Calls AI Warnings a 'Hoax,' Lifts Irish Whiskey Tariffs

Prather stated that Giuliani, despite being seen by some as an 'evil bad guy,' led the city with resolve after the attacks, while the current mayor 'throws in with the enemy.' This stance was described as 'a slap in the face to New Yorkers,' highlighting a perceived failure in leadership.

Chad Prather shared a vivid personal memory of witnessing the second plane strike the World Trade Center's second tower on 9/11, recounting how he wept while holding his children, feeling that American values, faith, and its people were under attack. He asserted that the threat from enemies has remained constant over the past 25 years. Prather emphasized the importance of national memory, stating, "a nation without a memory is a nation without an identity," and lamented that history is being 'rewritten' and 'deleted' rather than remembered. He explained that a song he wrote was intended to call people 'back to a place of remembrance,' rather than merely serving as a patriotic anthem.

A commemorative vinyl album features the New York skyline on its cover, with the back listing the names of all who died on September 11. This design aims to ensure that patriotism 'doesn't have an expiration date.' The project's purpose is to ensure that 'our children will learn and our people will never forget' the events and sacrifices of that day.

Paul Nolan, taking a contra-indicator strategy, stated he would "stay with the Chiefs laying two and a half" points, acknowledging he doesn't "love it" but betting opposite the public's heavy lean towards Denver. Analyst Aaron highlighted that the Broncos have lost eight of their last nine road openers, and quarterback Patrick Mahomes likely has 'a chip on his shoulder.' Nolan added that an Andy Reid-led team with two weeks of preparation is 'a good bet,' noting that casinos and sportsbooks would benefit from a Kansas City win given the public's betting patterns.

Former President Trump is scheduled to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the White House later this month to discuss a range of topics. Trump revealed he currently imposes 100% to 150% tariffs on Chinese vehicles, stating these tariffs have kept them out of the U.S. market. He is discussing the possibility of changing this policy, potentially allowing Chinese manufacturers to operate in the U.S. if they hire American workers. This comes as the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, representing major carmakers like GM, Ford, and Toyota, urges Congress to permanently ban Chinese cars.

At an Irish Open golf tournament, former President Trump announced the removal of tariffs on Irish whiskey. The decision came after strong requests from his 'Irish friends,' according to the host, who noted the financial significance of the move. This action follows a previous reduction of the tariff from 15% to 10% in July, and an April announcement that lifted tariffs on Scottish and Northern Irish spirits.

California Governor Gavin Newsom stated on CNN's Jake Tapper that he would not run for president if Vice President Kamala Harris were to run. Newsom explicitly said, "I wouldn't run if she ran." The hosts interpreted this statement as a sign of low confidence in his own potential viability as a presidential candidate, suggesting a strategic retreat rather than a direct challenge.

These rules, which included requirements for standardized envelopes with election mail logos, unique barcodes, automation compatibility, and state-submitted voter lists, were challenged in a district court. Justices Alito and Thomas dissented, while Justice Kavanaugh concurred, citing insufficient time for state compliance. However, hosts argued that four months should be ample time, referencing Mark Elias's success in changing election laws in five to six months in 2020.

His rationale focused on the insufficient time provided for state election officials to comply with the new requirements. This decision stands in contrast to the approval of similar changes in 2020, which were implemented within a five-to-six-month timeframe.

Representative Brian Steel outlined alternative pathways to achieve election integrity reforms, even without full Senate passage. He suggested allowing states to opt into legislation such as photo ID requirements and leveraging Help America Vote Act (HAVA) funds for post-election audits, which are already available. Steel also proposed using parliamentary procedure to lower the voting threshold from 60 to 50 votes to pass 'common sense reforms.' He emphasized the urgency, noting that time is running out before the 2026 elections to implement these changes.

These individuals are alleged to have stolen an estimated $39 billion from taxpayers through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (EIDL). Vance, leading a fraud task force with Attorney General Todd Blanch, stated, "If you screwed the American taxpayer, the federal government is now going to say you're cut off no more." He cited an example of a Missouri defendant who obtained loans for dozens of non-existent businesses, falsely claiming a connection to 'Fur Lives Matter.' Vance also criticized the Biden administration, alleging they were aware of the PPP fraud but did nothing to address it.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Attorney General Letitia James are leading a coalition of cities and counties, including Chicago, San Francisco, Seattle, Santa Clara County, and King County, in a lawsuit against the federal government. The lawsuit challenges the Trump administration's expanded public charge rule, which allows the federal government to deny visa and green card applications based on an applicant's likelihood of receiving public benefits. The Trump administration has expanded the list of benefits that qualify under this rule. The rule is scheduled to take effect on September 18th, approximately four days from the broadcast date, and the coalition claims it will cause 'irreparable damage' due to its 'gross illegality.'

Former President Trump stated on Monday that concerns over the risks of rapid AI development are a 'hoax,' asserting that playing into these fears would benefit China. This stance contrasts with industry leaders like Anthropic's Dario Amodei, Sam Altman, and Elon Musk, who have called for an AI slowdown. Trump, who previously backed data center construction and warned of China winning the AI race, now suggests that current safety concerns are a tactic by established players like OpenAI to stifle competition. He notes OpenAI already possesses significant infrastructure, funding, chips, talent, and government backing, making it difficult for smaller companies to afford the regulatory compliance burden and avoid being acquired by larger entities.

On Truth Social, former President Trump posted a direct statement dismissing fears about AI. He wrote, "AI taking over the world destroying humanity and all other things bad is a hoax no different than Russia Russia Russia." This statement frames current AI catastrophe warnings as equivalent to past false alarms, such as Y2K, the ice age, or concerns about dinosaurs, suggesting a pattern of overblown fears.

This move finalized the elimination of the tariff, which had already been reduced from 15% to 10% in July. An earlier announcement in April had also lifted tariffs on UK whiskey, including Scottish and Northern Irish spirits, a step that the Distilled Spirits Council CEO described as a 'positive step towards reducing barriers to spirits trade.'

Former President Trump asserted that he has maintained tariffs of 100% to 150% on Chinese vehicles, stating, "I'm the one that kept them out. The tariffs kept them out." He drew a sharp contrast between the U.S. approach and that of Europe, which he claims is "being decimated by cars." When asked if he would allow Chinese autos into the U.S. during his upcoming meeting with Xi Jinping, Trump reiterated his role in imposing these high tariffs to protect the domestic market.

The holdout juror prevented the release of the woman accused, leading to a public smear campaign against this dissenting juror, reportedly joined by other jurors and parts of the media.

She stated, "I was so excited. I actually there were three forms I had to fill out and I started filling them out. I wrote my signature on each one." However, she hesitated, ultimately refusing to sign off on a not-guilty verdict, indicating she had the 'hardest time' accepting that Lindsey 'viciously killed her children.' This suggests a conflict between her initial inclination and the weight of the evidence.

He argued that the Trump administration "might have won this case had it introduced the USPS mail-in ballot rule earlier," noting it was not introduced until March 31, 2026. Von Spakovsky contended that all legal measures should have been deployed from January 20, 2025. Justice Alito's dissenting opinion also cited concerns over lower court political bias.

The state of Oregon has conceded in a legal battle against Jessica Bates, a Christian widow, who was blocked from adopting due to her religious beliefs on gender identity. The state had required her to use preferred pronouns and accept gender-affirming care as a condition for adoption. After an appeals court ruled in favor of Bates, the state finally acknowledged its stance as 'ridiculous' and agreed to pay all of her lawyer fees, effectively ending the legal dispute.