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TODAY'S NEWS, February 17-18, 2026
About this Episode
IN POLITICAL NEWS
Mixed voter registration trends: Democrats outpacing Republicans short term in Pennsylvania, while GOP gains ground in Arizona’s Pima County.
Speculation increases over a possible retirement of Samuel Alito.
Renewed attention on admissions that the first Trump impeachment was strategically motivated.
Broader scrutiny of extremist figures across the political spectrum.
Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson dies at 84.
New allegations of voter irregularities raised in California and Georgia.
Teachers’ unions linked to anti-ICE school walkouts.
Elon Musk comments on Christian teachings amid broader public discussion of faith.
Reports that the Defense Department may reconsider ties with Anthropic over AI security concerns as rapid AI automation accelerates across industries.
Routine staff departures within the Trump administration.
Major sewage spill near Washington, D.C., sparks infrastructure scrutiny.
Avalanche in California leaves eight skiers dead, one missing.
DOJ investigates Portland schools over alleged racial discrimination.
New York City mayor advances property tax proposals amid deficit concerns.
IN EPSTEIN FILE NEWS
Additional historical scandals resurface in connection with newly reviewed files.
Business leaders, including figures tied to Hyatt, resign following renewed scrutiny over past associations.
IN ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION NEWS
State Department revokes over 100,000 visas for individuals flagged with criminal records.
Fatal crash involving suspect fleeing ICE draws renewed debate.
Local police cooperation with ICE increases significantly.
IN TRANS NEWS
High-profile violent crime involving a transgender suspect reignites debate over mental health and public safety.
IN ECONOMIC NEWS
U.S. industrial production rises 0.7% in January; factory utilization climbs; durable goods orders jump 7.2%, driven in part by aircraft and AI-related demand.
Trump announces a $33 billion natural gas facility project in southern Ohio.
IN INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Xi Jinping addresses China’s military via video link; reports note Chinese aid activity involving Ukraine.
Strategic concerns grow over Svalbard’s Arctic positioning and Chinese presence.
IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Robert Duvall dies at 95.
Five-year anniversary of Rush Limbaugh’s death marked with presidential tribute.
James Van Der Beek dies at 48.
Major League Baseball Players Association head resigns amid federal probe.
Josh D'Amaro replaces Bob Iger as Disney CEO.
IN MEDICAL NEWS
MIT researchers report early success using sound waves to reduce Alzheimer’s plaque.
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya appointed CDC director.
AND FINALLY…
Rescuers save 51 dogs after Arkansas shelter collapse.
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