Unbiased Updates (Video)
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Episodes
May 21, 2025
May 21, 2025
6 min
With Memorial Day weekend approaching, House Speaker Mike Johnson races to finalize President Donald Trump’s budget bill and push it through Congress. Also, former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo faces consequences from a criminal investigation into his tenure and COVID handling, raising inquiries about his awareness.
Thinking about getting a COVID shot this year? The FDA has updated its regulations, making it challenging for most individuals to schedule a vaccination appointment unless they’re part of a specific group.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, May 21, 2025.
May 20, 2025
May 20, 2025
8 min
President Donald Trump asked Russian President Vladimir Putin during a phone call when “the bloodshed” was going to stop in Ukraine. Also, chaos outside an ICE detention facility in Newark, New Jersey, resulted in criminal charges against a Democratic lawmaker. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
May 19, 2025
May 19, 2025
8 min
Former President Joe Biden, 82, faces an aggressive, possibly life-threatening cancer diagnosis, leading to an outpouring of support from across the political spectrum. Also, President Donald Trump will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the phone in his latest effort to end the Russia-Ukraine war. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, May 19, 2025.
May 16, 2025
May 16, 2025
8 min
President Donald Trump rounds out his trip to the Middle East, addressing whether he will accept the jet from Qatar as the new Air Force One. Also, the Department of Homeland Security and the Secret Service investigate James Comey, a former Trump ally who has since become a critic, due to a social media post that some interpret as a call for the president’s assassination. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, May 16, 2025.
May 15, 2025
May 15, 2025
8 min
As Russia and Ukraine prepare for talks in Turkey, President Vladimir Putin, who proposed the meeting, will send delegates instead. Also, a top Iranian official outlines conditions for an immediate nuclear deal with the U.S. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, May 15, 2025.
May 14, 2025
May 14, 2025
10 min
Day two of President Donald Trump’s Middle East visit features a surprise sit-down with a former enemy, during which he extends an olive branch for a new beginning in Syria. Also, the high-profile Menendez brothers case, closely watched nationwide, now sees the men convicted of killing their parents decades ago potentially gaining freedom after the judge’s recent decision. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
May 13, 2025
May 13, 2025
10 min
President Donald Trump receives a royal welcome in Saudi Arabia as he participates in a state visit. Also, the federal government requests the Supreme Court’s authorization to deport suspected members of Tren de Aragua. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, May 13, 2025.
May 12, 2025
May 12, 2025
9 min
The United States and China agree to slash tariffs for at least the next few days. The major percentage cuts by each side, and what to expect when the stock market opens to start the new week. Also, President Donald Trump plans to announce an initiative on prescription drugs Monday morning, May 12. He plans to invoke an executive order called “Most Favored Nation,” which could affect prices significantly. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, May 12, 2025.
May 9, 2025
May 9, 2025
11 min
Pope Leo XIV celebrates his first mass at the Sistine Chapel less than 24 hours after the College of Cardinals named the 69-year-old Chicagoan the first-ever pope from the U.S. Also, trade talks between the U.S. and China will take place this weekend in Switzerland. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, May 9, 2025.
May 8, 2025
May 8, 2025
7 min
President Donald Trump promises a major trade deal with representatives of a big and highly respected country, which will be announced this morning. Who might it be, and what’s on the agenda regarding trade rival China? Also, black smoke rises from the Sistine Chapel chimney at the Vatican as the College of Cardinals begins day two of selecting a new pope. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, May 8, 2025.