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Big, Beautiful, School Choice!

School choice is gaining momentum across the United States. No, school choice is not anti-public school, nor is it anti-teacher. It definitely IS pro-parent and pro-student. Tommy Schultz, the CEO of the American Federation for Children, joins Michele to explain where school choice is available and how parents can have more control over their kids’ education. Michele Tafoya is a four-time Emmy award-winning sportscaster turned political and cultural commentator. Record-setting, four-time Sports Emmy Award winner Michele Tafoya worked her final NBC Sunday Night Football game at Super Bowl LVI on February 13, 2022, her fifth Super Bowl. She retired from sportscasting the following day. In total, she covered 327 games — the most national primetime TV games (regular + postseason) for an NFL sideline reporter. Learn More about “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://linktr.ee/micheletafoya Subscribe to “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://apple.co/3nPW221 Follow Michele on twitter: https://twitter.com/Michele_Tafoya Follow Michele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmicheletafoya/ Learn more about the Salem Podcast network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/

Newark's Airport Chaos Frustrates Carriers, Worries Travelers

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy plans to reduce the number of flights in and out of the Newark Liberty International Airport for the “next several weeks.” New Jersey’s largest airport has struggled with radar outages and numerous flight delays and cancellations due to a shortage of air traffic controllers. The latest problem was Sunday when a telecommunications issue briefly slowed traffic. Duffy said on NBC's “Meet the Press” that he will convene a meeting with airlines flying out of Newark to determine the reduction in traffic. He said there will be a larger reduction in the afternoons when international arrivals make the airport busier.

Has Ben Shapiro turned on President Trump?

Ben Shapiro did not hold back on his Monday show — sharing multiple issues he has with President Trump. See more on Salem News Channel.

Senate Colleagues Concerned For John Fetterman’s Well-Being

More senators are voicing concerns about the well-being of Pennsylvania Democrat John Fetterman. The Hill reports Democrat senators are having discussions about their concerns for Fetterman, after a disturbing report in New York Magazine brought to light potential health risks. The report cites communications from a former chief-of-staff describing Fetterman as being “on a bad trajectory" and warning that he may not “be with us for much longer" unless something is done. In 2022 Fetterman suffered a stroke and subsequent issues with hearing and language, as well as a bout of depression.

College Students Would Rather Protest For Hamas Than Condemn Them

New Jersey Representatives Fought With ICE Agents Over MS-13 Gang Members

Trump travels to Middle East for trip that starts in Saudi Arabia

Trump's Saudi trip is his first formal state visit and second foreign trip since his re-election, after attending the pope's funeral in Rome. See more on Salem News Channel.

Unshaken and Unafraid with Joe Pags - Dr. Ben Carson

Dr. Ben Carson joins Pags for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation—from his groundbreaking work as a brain surgeon to his early love of reading, the power of education, and the moment he realized God had a greater purpose for his life. Carson opens up about faith, discipline, and what it truly means to serve others. A must-hear interview filled with heart, wisdom, and hope.

Israeli-American hostage released by Hamas in goodwill gesture toward Trump administration

The deal could lay the groundwork for a new ceasefire with Israel. See more on Salem News Channel.

Trump Signs Executive Order Setting 30-Day Deadline For Drugmakers To Lower Prescription Costs

President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping executive order setting a 30-day deadline for drugmakers to lower the cost of prescription drugs in the U.S. or face new limits over what the government will pay. The order the Republican president signed Monday calls on the health department to broker new price tags for drugs. If a deal is not reached, a new rule will kick in tying the price of what the U.S. pays for medications to lower prices paid by other countries. Public health agency leaders will start meeting with drug companies to offer new prices over the next month. Drugmakers argue threats to their profits could impact research to develop new drugs.

U.S. And China Suspend Reciprocal Tariffs For 90 Days

President Trump is cheering the agreement between the U.S. and China to suspend reciprocal tariffs. Following weekend trade talks between the two countries, the president said China will open up its market to American businesses and suspend trade barriers. He said the reduced tariff rates don’t include tariffs on autos, steel and aluminum. The president also said he’ll likely speak soon with China’s leader Xi Jinping.