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Oct 23, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump defended a controversial ad targeting Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton, while France prepares for major security measures amid escalating Yellow Vest protests. The Justice Department indicted Virginia Senator Louise Lucas on racketeering charges, and a federal judge ordered Trump to sit for a deposition in his BBC defamation lawsuit. Additionally, a Nicaraguan man was mistakenly deported to the Central African Republic, prompting his lawyers to seek his return to Minnesota.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Google Workspace with Gemini Trump urges Ohio GOP to keep controversial ad Context on Amy Acton's mother and custody France prepares security for Yellow Vest protests Steelers cancel Paris event due to security Virginia Democrat indicted on drug charges Judge orders Trump deposition in BBC suit Nicaraguan man deported to Central Africa Sponsor: Certified Financial Planners
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