Fallout Over Trump-Zelensky Meeting Increases, Academy Awards Recap, California Wildfires, Questions On Tariffs

Today on America in the Morning Capitol Hill Reaction To the Trump-Zelensky Meeting In the wake of Friday's Oval Office meeting heard round the world, Trump administration officials are defending President Trump's interaction with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, while Democratic lawmakers are reacting with incredulity and anger. John Stolnis has the latest from Washington. Academy Awards Recap While Anora was the big winner at the 97th Academy Awards, there were some surprises in the wide-open field in Hollywood for Best Actor and Actress, as well as more than one foray into politics. Our entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the recap. Carolina Wildfires Evacuations have been ordered after more than 170 wildfires erupted across parts of the Carolinas. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest. Norwegian Fuel Boycott Against US Stopped Norway has had to step in after a private Norwegian marine fuel supplier said it would no longer fuel US Navy vessels. Vance Ski Trip Shortened Following the tense meeting at the White House, Vice President JD Vance and his family left Washington for a planned family ski trip. However, as correspondent Julie Walker reports, crowds gathered and extra security was needed near the Vermont ski resort where Vance and his family vacationed. Texas Lottery In Question Trouble in the Lone Star State as two of the biggest lottery jackpots in Texas history are under investigation over claims that the winners may have benefitted from more than just good luck. Lisa Dwyer reports. Europe Plans “Go It Alone” Strategy In Ukraine Following the explosive meeting between Volodymyr Zelensky and President Trump at the White House, members of the European Union met for Sunday's security summit to address the war in Ukraine. Correspondent Donna Warder reports, Britain, France and Ukraine have agreed to work on a ceasefire plan for the war with Russia. DOGE & GDP The Trump administration may exclude government spending from GDP, which in effect would obscure the impact of cuts made by the Department of Government Efficiency. Correspondent Julie Walker reports that Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, speaking on Fox News Sunday Morning Futures, says that government must become more transparent for the American people. Tariff Tuesday The White House is again promising that the U.S. will impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, starting tomorrow. But as for how much: the new Commerce Secretary hinted that there may be wiggle room. Details from correspondent Rich Johnson. More US Aid To Israel Secretary of State Marco Rubio, invoking “emergency authorities,” announced the US is sending another $4 billion dollars in weapons to Israel. Capitol Hill Budget Concerns There is growing urgency in Washington D-C surrounding a budget bill, with a government shutdown deadline in less than two weeks, and President Trump’s address to Congress tomorrow night. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Arizona Crash Kills Four Arizona State Police are investigating after four people were killed and eight others hurt, two of those critically, following a 12-vehicle pileup. Finally They’re making more, but with less jobs available – that’s the findings of a new report after California hiked the minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 dollars-an-hour. Pope Francis spent Sunday in a Rome hospital, and his condition has been upgraded to stable after being removed from a ventilator. Correspondent Trisha Thomas reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices