President Trump struggles to convince MAGA Epstein files a Russia-like hoax, House gives final approval to Trump's $9 billion cut to public broadcasting and foreign aid, and dog lost in Alaskan wilderness found by pilot nine days later.

Senate passes bill to cancel funds for foreign aid, public media, President Trump doesn't understand why his base is obsessed with Jefferey Epstein, and ways to land your next gig.

On today's Mike Drop, Mike talks about his favorite subjects.

Daniel De Vise from USA Today joined America's First News with a look at the money saving habits that just won't die.

President Trump has angered his MAGA base with some his latest decisions. Jeff Mordock from the Washington Times has the story.

Trump threatens 'very significant' Russia sanctions, bashes 'all talk' Putin, US says it has sent third-country deportees to Southern Africa's Eswatini, and these 'poor-people' habits never die.

When is a tax cut not really a cut? Rick Newman from Yahoo! Finance has the story.

A nasty Texas primary campaign is worrying some in the GOP. Elizabeth Findell from the Wall Street Journal.

What is happening to the Democratic party during Trump 2.0. Mike Lillis from The Hill gives a look.

Trump agrees to send weapons to Ukraine as he dials up pressure on Russia, Supreme Court clears way for Trump to shrink Education Department, and 10 most 'financially responsible' cities across America.

How are businesses handling the unpredictability of tariffs? Trade Attorney Michelle Schulz joined us with a look.

You're not saving enough for your kids' college. Venessa Wong from Marketwatch has the story.

Looking for a new career? Gordon Deal explains what to look out for so you don't get scammed.

Economist Peter Morici joined America's First News to have an honest conversation about tariffs.

Patriot system will be sent to Ukraine, getting smart about tariffs, and job scams are on the rise and more people are falling for them.

Why America still can't get disaster alerts right, is college worth it, and how to keep AI from making us stupid.

Trump threatens 35% tariff on some Canadian goods, Republicans fret over Musk's 'America Party' threat, and it's the busiest travel season ever.

On today's Mike Drop, have we reached the apex of tipping?

Eric Niiler from the Wall Street Journal breaks down how the terrain in Texas aided the flooding disaster.

Who will win on messaging when it comes to the 'big, beautiful bill.' Riley Beggin from USA Today has the story.

Texas flood rescue teams continue to search for scores of missing people as death toll climbs, at least 31 workers rescued after tunnel collapse in Los Angeles, and how staff at all-boys camp in Texas saved hundreds from floodwaters.

Hero dad left heartbreaking goodbye voicemails to kids before dying in Texas floods. Gordon Deal has the story.

Callie Cox from Ritholtz Wealth Management breaks down the stock market's dangerous AI bet.

Sean Rima from KTSA Radio in San Antonio joined Gordon Deal with a look at the impact of the devastating and deadly Texas floods.

What happened to the office dress code? Callum Borchers from the Wall Street Journal gives us a look.