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Authorities say a chemical leak at a West Virginia plant has killed two people and sent 19 others to the hospital. A Kanawha County emergency management official says the leak occurred Wednesday at the Catalyst Refiners plant in Institute, a silver recovery business. The official, C.W. SIgman, said it happened as workers were preparing to shut down at least part of the facility. Sigman said a chemical gas reaction occurred involving nitric acid and another substance. He spoke at a press briefing, adding the chemical reaction was violent and instantaneous. Officials say seven ambulance workers who responded to the leak were among the injured. The plant is located about 10 miles west of Charleston, the state capital.

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President Donald Trump read a notable Bible passage in a livestreamed marathon. The passage, from 2 Chronicles 7:14, is often quoted by those who believe America was founded as a Christian nation. Trump read Tuesday from the Oval Office, while most participants read at the Museum of the Bible in Washington. The passage has been a theme at National Day of Prayer events. Evangelicals are a key part of Trump's base and are heavily involved in the Bible-reading event. Numerous Republican politicians and prominent pastors are also participating.

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America's 250th anniversary celebrations are officially underway across the country including where the Revolutionary War began. In Lexington, Massachusetts, crowds gathered before sunrise to watch a reenactment of the Battle of Lexington, the first clash of the American revolution. The Battle of Lexington marked the opening moments of the Revolutionary War more than 250 years ago, when a small group of local militia stood their ground against a much larger British force. Today, that moment is being honored as part of the nationwide "America 250" celebration, a commemoration leading up to the country's 250th birthday. Organizers say the goal is not just to remember history, but to bring it to life for a new generation, highlighting the people and events that helped shape the nation's founding.

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In preparation for the 250th birthday of our country, the Trump administration is asking U.S. citizens to come together in prayer. Ahead of independence day last year, President Donald Trump said this in Iowa on July 3rd: "As we prepare to celebrate two and a half centuries of freedom, I am inviting America's great religious communities to pray for our nation and for our people. From the beginning, this has always been a country sustained and strengthened by prayer. So important, if we bring religion back stronger, you're going to see everything get better and better and better. So, as we chart our course for the next 250 years, let us rededicate ourselves to one nation under God." The White House is asking Americans to dedicate one hour a week to praying for our country and our people. Calling it an opportunity to rededicate ourselves to the principles that gave birth to this land of liberty. And - did you know this fun fact.... The phrase "under God" was officially added to the pledge of allegiance on June 14th, 1954, by President Dwight D. Eisenhower. He added it to contrast American ideals with "godless" Soviet communism during the Cold War.

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As the nation prepares for a big milestone this summer, festivities are already underway! Under President Donald Trump's leadership, a full year of festivities got underway on Memorial Day 2025. The President has put the "Task Force 250" in charge of coordinating events through the end of 2026. It's a a new public-private partnership that the Trump administration created to organize all the commemorations. The White House is asking all levels of government, the private sector, non-profit and educational institutions, and every citizen across the U.S. to celebrate our nation's historic milestone. Task Force 250 has a goal of inspiring a renewed love for American history, encouraging citizens to experience the beauty of our country, and igniting a spirit of adventure and innovation to help our nation succeed for the next 250 years. It's all leading up to July 4th, 2026 when we celebrate 250 years of American independence brought to us by a single sheet of parchment and 56 signatures.

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Ahead of America's 250th birthday, the U.S. Postal Service is honoring the people who shaped our country. USPS says "these stamps were 250 years in the making." In April, USPS released its "figures of the American revolution" stamp series featuring 25 individuals whose leadership and sacrifices helped define the fight for independence. These forever stamps will be available at post offices nationwide and online.

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its not shocking that the democrat party is anti-Semitic

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Could The Virginia Supreme Court Overturn The Election Results?

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What Did Virginia Do?!

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In this episode, Carl Jackson discusses the recent Virginia referendum that passed, allowing Democrats to redraw congressional districts. He talks about the implications of this move, comparing it to other states like California and New York where Democrats have used similar tactics to gain an advantage. Carl also touches on the role of figures like Eric Holder and Abigail Spanberger, who have been involved in the process. He shares his thoughts on the potential consequences of this move and how it could impact the balance of power in the state. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.com Visit our Store https://CarlJacksonStore.com

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With Mollie Hemingway, editor in chief of the online magazine The Federalist, and Author of the new book, 'Alito: The Justice Who Reshaped the Supreme Court and Restored the Constitution'

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DOJ Indicts SPLC For Wire Fraud Involving KKK

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A man charged in a string of shootings near Atlanta that left three people dead, including a Department of Homeland Security employee who was walking her dog, died in jail Tuesday night, authorities said. Olaolukitan Adon Abel, 26, was found in his cell unresponsive, according to a statement from the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office. Officials performed lifesaving measures on the U.S. Navy veteran, but he was later pronounced dead. The official cause of death has not been determined, but officials don't suspect foul play, according to the office. Officials are conducting an internal review. Adon Abel was accused of killing Prianna Weathers, 31, and DHS auditor Lauren Bullis, 40, in last week's attack. Authorities had also been seeking an additional murder charge for Tony Mathews, 49, who was injured in the attack and died Sunday. Authorities haven’t offered a potential motive for the shootings. It’s unclear if Adon Abel knew any of the victims — police have said they believe at least one was targeted at random. Adon Abel's roommates told The Associated Press that shortly before the shootings, he got in an intense argument over the air conditioning in their home and stormed out. He lived with six others in separate units of the home. The United Kingdom native was granted U.S. citizenship in 2022 while serving in the U.S. Navy and stationed in the San Diego area. The attacks quickly drew the Trump administration’s attention, with Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin raising concern that Adon Abel was granted U.S. citizenship when Democrat Joe Biden was president. Mullin cataloged a litany of Adon Abel's previous alleged crimes, but it is unclear whether any of them occurred before he became a citizen.

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A man who stole a purse from then-Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem while she dined at a restaurant under the protection of Secret Service agents has been sentenced to three years in prison for a string of thefts in the nation’s capital. Prosecutors say Mario Bustamante Leiva didn’t recognize Noem when he grabbed her Gucci handbag from the floor of a restaurant where she was eating with her family in April 2025. Bustamante Leiva is a 50-year-old native of Chile and he's facing deportation after the sentence imposed Wednesday by a federal judge in the District of Columbia.

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Parliament has passed a bill to make cigarettes inaccessible to future generations in the U.K. Children born after Dec. 31, 2008, will never be able to buy cigarettes under the new Tobacco and Vapes Bill. The legislation, approved Tuesday, awaits formal approval by King Charles III. It will also regulate tobacco, vaping, and nicotine products. The UK will have one of the toughest antismoking measures globally. Smoking rates have declined since the 1970s, but 13% of the population still smokes. Authorities say smoking causes 80,000 deaths annually in Britain.

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Officials say a work vehicle hit a commuter train in downtown Washington, injuring 11 people. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority says the stationary silver line train was struck early Wednesday at the Metro Center station. The station is a major transfer point in the rail system. Metro says the injuries are not considered life-threatening, but it did not give details about the severity or types of injuries. Metro warned riders on Wednesday morning to expect delays throughout the system while the incident was investigated. Some trains were using just one track in the area.

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U.S. Rep. David Scott has died. The Georgia Democrat was 80. Scott was seeking his 13th term in Congress despite challenges from within his party. Scott was Democrats’ ranking member on the House Agriculture Committee, despite most recently representing a metro Atlanta district. Scott was once a leading voice for his party on issues related to farm aid policy and food aid for consumers and a prominent Black member of the party’s moderate Blue Dog caucus. But Scott faced criticism and concerns in recent years because of declining health, enduring a primary challenge in 2024 and facing another one at the time of his death.

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The DOJ has Indicted SPLC for Fraud

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U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States was indefinitely extending its ceasefire with Iran as a new round of peace talks was on hold. Pakistan had planned to host a second round of talks, but the White House suspended Vice President JD Vance’s planned trip to Islamabad as Iran rebuffed efforts to restart negotiations. Meanwhile, Iran’s semiofficial news agencies are reporting that the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard has attacked a third ship on Wednesday in the Strait of Hormuz, throwing into question efforts to end the war. Nour News, Fars and Mehr all reported the attack by the Guard on a vessel called the Euphoria. Iranian state television separately reported that the Guard has seized the other two ships that were attacked.

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The timeline is tightening as states attempt to redraw U.S. House districts ahead of the November midterm elections. Voters in Virginia on Tuesday approved a constitutional amendment authorizing new congressional districts that could help Democrats win additional seats. Next up could be Florida, where lawmakers are to start a special session on redistricting next week. Redistricting usually happens once a decade. But President Donald Trump sparked a mid-decade redistricting battle last year while calling on Texas Republicans to redraw their districts for partisan advantage. California Democrats reciprocated, and other states soon followed. The back-and-forth battle now is about even between the parties.

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