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A tense hostage situation at a downtown Bakersfield office building ended after hours of negotiations between law enforcement and a barricaded suspect. Police responded Tuesday afternoon to reports of a bomb threat at a building that houses both a Chase bank branch and a local school district office. Upon arrival, officers discovered a man had barricaded himself inside with several hostages. Authorities quickly secured the area and launched negotiations with the suspect. During the standoff, two hostages were released, and police later reported that the remaining individuals inside appeared to be in good health. The Bakersfield Police Department worked alongside federal authorities, including the FBI, throughout the incident. Officials have not released details about the suspect, a possible motive, or whether any explosives were found inside the building. Authorities also have not reported any injuries connected to the standoff. The incident prompted a significant law enforcement presence in downtown Bakersfield as officers worked to bring the situation to a safe conclusion. Investigators continue to review the circumstances surrounding the bomb threat and hostage situation.

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A tense hostage situation at a downtown Bakersfield office building ended after hours of negotiations between law enforcement and a barricaded suspect. Police responded Tuesday afternoon to reports of a bomb threat at a building that houses both a Chase bank branch and a local school district office. Upon arrival, officers discovered a man had barricaded himself inside with several hostages. Authorities quickly secured the area and launched negotiations with the suspect. During the standoff, two hostages were released, and police later reported that the remaining individuals inside appeared to be in good health. The Bakersfield Police Department worked alongside federal authorities, including the FBI, throughout the incident. Officials have not released details about the suspect, a possible motive, or whether any explosives were found inside the building. Authorities also have not reported any injuries connected to the standoff. The incident prompted a significant law enforcement presence in downtown Bakersfield as officers worked to bring the situation to a safe conclusion. Investigators continue to review the circumstances surrounding the bomb threat and hostage situation.

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The Trump administration is proposing a new round of tariffs on dozens of major U.S. trading partners following a federal investigation into alleged failures to prevent goods linked to forced labor from entering global supply chains. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced the proposal Wednesday after completing an investigation under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. The report concluded that several countries have not adequately enforced bans on imports connected to forced labor practices. Under the proposal, Canada, Mexico, Taiwan and the United Kingdom would face new tariffs of 10 percent on certain exports to the United States. Meanwhile, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Brazil and Switzerland would be subject to an additional 12.5 percent tariff. The administration says the tariffs are intended to pressure foreign governments to strengthen enforcement efforts and prevent products made with forced labor from entering international markets. The proposed duties are not expected to take effect immediately. Federal officials will first open a public comment period and conduct additional reviews before making a final decision. The move could have significant implications for global trade and supply chains, particularly because it targets some of America's largest trading partners and key sources of imported goods. The investigation was conducted under Section 301 authority, a trade law previously used by President Donald Trump to impose tariffs during disputes with China. The provision could also provide a pathway for the administration to pursue new trade actions despite ongoing legal challenges to some existing tariff policies. Business groups, foreign governments and trade organizations are expected to weigh in during the review process as the administration considers whether to move forward with the new tariffs.

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Kuwait has suspended commercial air traffic after an Iranian drone attack struck the country's main international airport, damaging a passenger terminal and injuring several people. Kuwaiti officials said the attack targeted Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday. Defense Ministry spokesperson Brig. Gen. Saud Abdulaziz Al-Otaibi said the drone strike caused significant damage to the passenger building and left a number of individuals injured. Authorities have not released details on the severity of the injuries. The attack marks a major escalation in regional tensions following a new round of military exchanges between Iran and the United States. Earlier, the U.S. military announced it had carried out strikes against an Iranian military facility in response to Iranian missile attacks targeting locations in Kuwait and Bahrain. The latest violence comes amid growing concerns that efforts to negotiate an end to the conflict are faltering. Kuwait has temporarily halted commercial flights while officials assess the damage and investigate the incident. The airport serves as a major transportation hub for the Gulf region, and disruptions could affect regional travel schedules. The strike is the latest sign of the widening impact of the conflict, which has increasingly drawn neighboring countries into the confrontation between Washington and Tehran. Officials have not announced when normal flight operations will resume.

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BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (AP) — A man barricaded himself inside a bank building in the Southern California city of Bakersfield with an unknown number of people, police said Tuesday. Police responding to a call of a bomb threat arrived at the scene around 1 p.m. at a bank building in downtown Bakersfield, Sgt. Eric Celedon of the Bakersfield Police Department told the ABC affiliate, 23ABC. City Hall and other buildings were placed on lockdown, including the police headquarters. “We are on scene at the Chase Bank Building on Chester Avenue and 17th Street for a confirmed bomb threat,” the police department posted on X. “Please stay out of the downtown area. Road closures are in effect and will remain in effect until further notice.” About a dozen police cars were on scene along with one tactical vehicle and multiple emergency responders, according to media reports. Jacob Davidson, a livestreamer known as Dad’s Gone Live, was a block from the bank at his family’s tattoo shop when he started getting calls from his subscribers alerting him to the bomb threat. “I went into the bank’s parking garage and watched the cops enter the back of the bank. This is the biggest police presence I’ve ever seen in this town,” Davidson said. “Now I’m watching them set up the trauma tents with the green, red and yellow tags, and black tags too, along with a command center about a block away.” Law enforcement agencies often protectively set up trauma tents — which are color-coded to help sort people based on the severity of injuries — just in case they become needed during an emergency situation.

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On today's show, Jeff Vaughn fills in for Josh Hammer and is joined by EJ Antoni, Heritage Foundation Chief Economist, to talk about the stock market's impact on average Americans. Next, Willie Nelson, SNC White House Correspondent, joins Jeff to discuss the America 250 celebration and the upcoming UFC event at the White House. Finally, Jeff talks with Mike Netter, Candidate for CA State Senate, to discuss today's primary elections taking place in California.

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Every single day, we get blown away by how fast AI is taking over our lives—especially self-driving cars. I mean, come on. Being chauffeured around by a robot? Straight out of "The Jetsons". But hold on. What about the risks? Malfunctions? Back in April, a Waymo went completely off course in Texas—speeding down a flooded highway.  And what about all the taxi drivers out there trying to make a living? Fewer steering wheels means fewer paychecks. You see where this is going. This is the future we're living in, folks. It's wild. It's exciting. And honestly? It's a little scary. Sound off—are you ready to let a computer take the wheel? -- M and M Extra: Two iconic talk radio hosts. One unfiltered daily conversation. No scripts. No spin. Just Mike Gallagher and Mark Davis breaking down the news the way it should be — with decades of experience and zero apologies. If you love smart unscripted talk show chemistry, you’re in the right place. Subscribe & Watch M and M Extra Live ?? / @mandmextra ?? Weekdays at 12 PM ET Watch The Mike Gallagher Show Live ?? salemnewschannel.com/watch-live ?? Weekdays 9 AM – 12 PM ET Listen to The Mark Davis Show ?? 660amtheanswer.com/listenlive ?? Weekdays at 7AM - 10AM CT

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Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) took questions during a press briefing in the James Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House in Washington DC, on Tuesday, June 2 on TrumpRX.

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Every single day, we get blown away by how fast AI is taking over our lives—especially self-driving cars. I mean, come on. Being chauffeured around by a robot? Straight out of "The Jetsons". But hold on. What about the risks? Malfunctions? Back in April, a Waymo went completely off course in Texas—speeding down a flooded highway. And what about all the taxi drivers out there trying to make a living? Fewer steering wheels means fewer paychecks. You see where this is going. This is the future we're living in, folks. It's wild. It's exciting. And honestly? It's a little scary. Sound off—are you ready to let a computer take the wheel? --- M and M Extra: Two iconic talk radio hosts. One unfiltered daily conversation. No scripts. No spin. Just Mike Gallagher and Mark Davis breaking down the news the way it should be — with decades of experience and zero apologies. If you love smart unscripted talk show chemistry, you’re in the right place. Subscribe & Watch M and M Extra Live ?? / @mandmextra ?? Weekdays at 12 PM ET Watch The Mike Gallagher Show Live ?? salemnewschannel.com/watch-live ?? Weekdays 9 AM – 12 PM ET Listen to The Mark Davis Show ?? 660amtheanswer.com/listenlive ?? Weekdays at 7AM - 10AM CT

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SHELBY, N.C. (AP) — A former North Carolina police officer caught on a doorbell camera repeatedly punching a woman in the face was charged Monday with assault. The video of Shelby Officer Karson Hyder pummeling Cherrie Moore on Friday has circulated widely on social media. Hyder, 22, turned himself in to the Cleveland County Detention Center Monday morning and was released on a $10,000 secured bond. Court records do not list an attorney for him, and a phone number associated with his name was out of service. Hyder, who was suspended Friday and fired on Saturday, was responding to a breaking-and-entering call when the scuffle ensued. According to a warrant, Moore, 34, fled the residence on foot and resisted arrest, assaulting Hyder by “grabbing and ripping (his) uniform.” A separate warrant filed Monday alleged Hyder “unlawfully and willfully did assault and strike Cherrie Moore” by grabbing Moore “by the arm, pushing her to the ground and striking her in the face with a closed fist, thereby inflicting serious injury possible broken nose and busted lip.” The State Bureau of Investigation had announced Saturday it had opened an investigation into Hyder. Moore was initially charged with breaking and entering, resisting arrest and assault on a public officer, but the latter two charges have since been dismissed. She was freed on an unsecured bond. A phone number associated with Moore was disconnected. Her attorney, Ronald Haynes, told The Associated Press in an email that Moore “is recovering and receiving treatment for her mental health.” “The heinous actions of former Officer Karson Hyder will forever negatively impact Ms. Cherrie Moore and her family,” Haynes continued. “It’s a small relief that city officials responded so promptly to terminate and charge Mr. Hyder."

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio is facing questions about the Trump administration’s fragile or stalling diplomatic efforts around the world in back-to-back hearings on Capitol Hill for the first time since the Iran war began. He testified Tuesday that U.S. negotiators have seen signs that Iran’s new supreme leader has been engaged with negotiations despite not being seen publicly.

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