SCOTUS Civil Rights Ruling, Hegseth On The Hot Seat, Fed Chairman's Future, Comey Faces A Judge

Today on America in the MorningSCOTUS Voting Ruling The Supreme Court rendered a ruling on Wednesday, striking down a Louisiana congressional map that could impact states nationwide.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports that the ruling left Democrats fuming in a case that impacts the Voting Rights Act.   Hegseth On The Hot Seat The Secretary of War appeared before Congress Wednesday for the first time since the conflict with Iran began.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the House committee hearing left Pete Hegseth on the defensive at times over the war with Iran and the increasing cost.   Comey Faces A Judge The former director of the FBI appeared in a Virginia court, charged with threatening the President of the United States.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Latest On The DC Shooter More is being learned about the person arrested for attempting to storm the White House Correspondent’s Dinner.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports the case which put the life of the President at risk is raising more concerns about security.   Trump’s Plan For Germany President Trump says he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.     King & Queen Visit NYC King Charles and Queen Camilla spent Wednesday in New York City, which included a solemn moment at the 9/11 Memorial.  Correspondent Steve Futterman has details.   Powell’s Future The Federal Reserve has again left its key interest rate unchanged, in a meeting that will likely be the last one for Jerome Powell as Chairman of the Fed.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that after the Fed met, Powell spoke about his immediate future, discussing what he will do next, and who will replace him.   California Governor’s Debate The eight leading candidates running for governor of California shared a stage again this week, and like their previous debate, they mixed verbal attacks at President Trump with shots at each other.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports on those looking to replace outgoing Governor Gavin Newsom.   Finding The Liberty Bell As the nation prepares for our 250th anniversary, the Liberty Bell gets visitors from around the world to Philadelphia every year, but fans right now are visiting little known replicas across the country.  Correspondent Allen Breed reports.   Newest Texas Tornado For the third time in less than a week, a North Texas community is picking up the pieces after a damaging tornado.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Finally   Despite some outrage over comments he made about the First Lady, and the FCC looking into ABC television, Jimmy Kimmel is continuing his criticisms of the president.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices