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After refusing to convene the U.S. House during the government shutdown, Speaker Mike Johnson is recalling lawmakers back into session. They are set to consider the bill to reopen the federal government on Wednesday. As hundreds of lawmakers return they are bringing pent-up legislative demands after nearly two months away. There are calls to release the Jeffrey Epstein files and swear-in Arizona's Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva, who won her special election back in September. It's all a test of the speaker's leadership and shows the ways he has amassed power alongside President Donald Trump.

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President Donald Trump on Monday demanded air traffic controllers return to work as travelers endured another day of flight cancellations, which the administration ordered to manage staff shortages during the government shutdown. Trump's comment came after the U.S. aviation system has suffered serious disruptions in recent days as air traffic controller absences soared while they work without pay. Some are absent as they need to work second jobs or cannot afford child care. An airline trade group said 1.2 million customers on Saturday and Sunday had flights delayed or canceled due to air traffic issues. Threatening to curtail the pay of any controller who did not return to work, Trump said he would award those who have not taken time off during the 41-day shutdown $10,000 bonuses and would welcome the resignations of the rest. "All Air Traffic Controllers must get back to work, NOW!!! Anyone who doesn’t will be substantially 'docked,'" Trump wrote on social media. "REPORT TO WORK IMMEDIATELY." Even before the shutdown, the Federal Aviation Administration was about 3,500 air traffic controllers short of targeted staffing levels. Many had been working mandatory overtime and six-day weeks. Officials said it was unclear how the White House could deny pay under the controllers' union contract once the government reopens, as Trump threatened, or how the president would pay for the proposed $10,000 bonuses. "I don't know - I'll get it from someplace," Trump told Fox News late on Monday.

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Today, on Veterans Day, Josh delivers a powerful message about what it will take to bring this country together instead of tearing it apart. He is joined by Retired Commander Kirk Lippold, who reflects on the true meaning of the day and breaks down which veterans’ charities actually help those in need—and which ones waste donor money on bloated administrative costs. Josh also dives into the Democratic infighting erupting in Washington as a group of House Democrats breaks ranks and signals support for ending the government shutdown, exposing the fractures inside the party’s leadership.

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President Donald Trump on Tuesday (November 11) participated in a wreath laying ceremony to mark Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. "Today, we remember with overwhelming gratitude the more than 1 million American service members who have made the supreme sacrifice and laid down their lives for the good old U.S.A. Generation after generation, America's warriors have left behind the comforts of home and family to face violence, evil and death so that our families could know joy, goodness and peace. We honor them so strongly. Our heroes have lived through unthinkable nightmares so we could live the American dream. And the American dream is coming back again stronger than ever before," said President Trump.

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Mike reacts to Trump and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene seemingly having a public rift on the direction of the country.

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Mike thinks the GOP should work to end the filibuster and usher in the MAGA agenda!

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The Indecent Celebrity again stabbing Charlie Kirk’s memory and family in the back… they also evidently flunked civics, economics, and math.

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Real Life with Jack Hibbs, November 16, 2025

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Turning Point with Dr. David Jeremiah, November 16, 2025

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Harvest with Greg Laurie, November 16, 2025

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The COVID Era and its destruction of lives, business and Election DAY

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The New Film, "Call Sign Courage" On SalemNOW.com With RJ Moeller - Producer of 'Call Sign Courage' | Buy NOW @ SalemNow.com

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The Trump Administration & The Cost Of Living With Economist, Steve Moore. Committee to Unleash Prosperity, former economist at the Trump White House, author of the daily “Hotline” newsletter from the Committee to Unleash Prosperity | Co-author of The Trump Economic Miracle: And the Plan to Unleash Prosperity Again (released September 24, 2024)

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The Stigall Plan” on Mortgages – see if YOU like Chris’ low-risk plan

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Veterans Day began more than a century ago as a celebration marking the end of World War One. In 1938, Congress made November 11th an official federal holiday. Over time, the day evolved to honor all U.S. veterans — both those who have served in the past and those currently in uniform. This year, the federal shutdown has canceled many traditional Veterans Day events. Still, Americans can take advantage of holiday promotions at major retailers like Walmart, Home Depot, and Target. While Veterans Day is a federal holiday, the stock market remains open today. However, the bond market and most banks are closed. And as always, if you see a veteran, take a moment to thank them for their service.

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Veterans Day began more than a century ago as a celebration marking the end of World War One. In 1938, Congress made November 11th an official federal holiday. Over time, the day evolved to honor all U.S. veterans — both those who have served in the past and those currently in uniform. This year, the federal shutdown has canceled many traditional Veterans Day events. Still, Americans can take advantage of holiday promotions at major retailers like Walmart, Home Depot, and Target. While Veterans Day is a federal holiday, the stock market remains open today. However, the bond market and most banks are closed. And as always, if you see a veteran, take a moment to thank them for their service.

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The Senate passed legislation Monday to reopen the federal government, bringing the longest shutdown in U.S. history closer to an end. The final vote was 60 to 40 after a small group of Democrats reached a deal with Republicans to move the bill forward. The shutdown could continue for a few more days while the House — which has been on recess since mid-September — returns to Washington to vote on the measure. President Trump signaled his support for the bill, saying Monday, “We’re going to be opening up our country very quickly.”

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