A federal grand jury in Washington, D.C., has declined to indict six Democratic lawmakers in connection with a video message they released urging U.S. military members to refuse “illegal orders,” according to people familiar with the matter.
The Justice Department had opened an investigation into the video, which featured Senators Mark Kelly and Elissa Slotkin and four other Democratic members of Congress reminding service members to follow established military protocols and reject orders they believe to be unlawful.
Grand jurors refused to sign off on charges against the lawmakers — all of whom previously served in the military or intelligence agencies — marking a rare rebuke of prosecutors in politically charged cases.
The decision comes amid broader controversy over the government’s handling of the matter, which drew condemnation from some Democrats as an attempt to punish political opponents and sparked debate about free speech and military discipline.
No charges have been filed, and it remains unclear if prosecutors will try again.
A deadly school shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in northeastern British Columbia has claimed the lives of seven people, with two additional victims found dead at a nearby home, authorities say.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police report that the suspected shooter, a woman, also died. More than 25 others were injured in the attack, with at least two in critical condition.
The motive for the shooting remains unclear as investigators continue their work and the tight-knit community mourns the losses. Provincial leaders praised the rapid police response and offered condolences to the victims’ families.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has also expressed sympathy and canceled a planned trip in the wake of the tragedy.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is visiting the White House to discuss ongoing U.S. negotiations with Iran.
The visit comes as American officials resume high-stakes talks focused on Iran’s nuclear program, amid tensions in the Middle East. Israel has long demanded that Iran halt uranium enrichment, scale back its ballistic missile program, and cut ties with regional militant groups.
The details of Netanyahu’s discussions with President Trump have not been released, but the meeting is expected to cover the scope of the negotiations and Israel’s security concerns.
Flights in and out of El Paso International Airport are grounded after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered a temporary closure of the surrounding airspace.
According to a notice posted on the FAA’s website, the 10-day shutdown is due to “special security reasons,” though officials have not released additional details about the restriction.
The closure affects all commercial, cargo, and general aviation flights and is expected to remain in place through late February 20. Mexican airspace is not included in the restriction.
Airport officials said in a social media post that travelers should contact their airlines directly for the latest flight information and rebooking options as the situation develops.
Authorities say a person has been detained for questioning in connection with the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department said in a statement Tuesday night that deputies detained an individual during a traffic stop south of Tucson. Investigators later confirmed they were searching a location in Rio Rico — about an hour’s drive from Tucson — as part of the ongoing investigation.
News outlets reported that a delivery driver was questioned and later released, though authorities have not confirmed whether the person detained in the traffic stop has been released.
The developments came just hours after the FBI released surveillance images showing a masked individual with a handgun holster standing outside Guthrie’s front door the night she disappeared.
Josh opens the show by sounding the alarm on what he sees as a troubling marijuana trend—arguing that recent developments only reinforce his long-held concerns about legalization. He breaks down what he views as one of President Trump’s missteps on the issue, while also giving credit to a recent New York Times op-ed that highlights the growing scale of drug use across the country.
He then turns to Monday’s religious liberty hearing, reacting to testimony and rhetoric that he says unfairly paints Israel as the villain in nearly every context. Josh offers his take on what was said and why it matters in the broader cultural and political debate.
Next, Josh dives into the latest controversy surrounding Bad Bunny following his Super Bowl performance and what fallout may still be ahead. He wraps up with a look at immigration, addressing new policy rumors and explaining why, in his view, some of the ideas being floated could undermine the Trump agenda moving forward.
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