About this episode
Today’s Headlines: Former US President Donald Trump was arrested on federal criminal charges in Miami and pleaded not guilty to 37 charges. His military valet, Walt Nauta, also pleaded not guilty to 6 charges. Trump greeted supporters at a Miami restaurant after the arraignment. Senator JD Vance put a hold on confirming DOJ nominees, citing concerns about political harassment. Illinois outlawed book bans in public libraries. A former NYPD officer sued over the use of Police Benevolent Association cards. Canadian wildfires may continue impacting air quality. The Golden Globes were sold to billionaires with plans for expansion. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: The Guardian: Trump claims ‘political persecution’ as he rails against indictment in golf club speech – as it happened NBC News: Ohio Republican Vance will hold Justice Dept. nominees in Senate over Trump case AP News: ‘First of its kind’ Illinois law will penalize libraries that ban books WA Post: ‘First of its kind’ Illinois law will penalize libraries that ban books Axios: Canadian officials warn historic wildfires could "last all summer" NY Times: Golden Globes Are Sold and Hollywood Foreign Press Is No More Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Amanda Duberman and Bridget Schwartz Edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices