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Oct 6, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump claims he will fund campaign ads via a super PAC, while Iran reports receiving a U.S. proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The Supreme Court hears arguments on local climate lawsuits against oil companies, and voters face imminent registration deadlines for the midterms. Additionally, Caroline Leavitt joins Fox News, Brazil prepares for a presidential runoff, EU diplomats remain in Kyiv despite Russian threats, and Italy’s PM seeks to trademark her voice against deepfakes.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Capital One Saver Card Trump to pay for campaign ads personally Iran receives US proposal on Strait of Hormuz Supreme Court hears climate liability case Midterm election voter registration deadlines Caroline Leavitt joins Fox News Brazil presidential runoff: Lula vs Bolsonaro EU diplomats remain in Kyiv despite threats Italian PM trademarks voice against deepfakes Sponsor: Jerry car insurance app
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