First American Pontiff Elected, VA School Targeting Boys Opposed To Trans Policy, CA Votes On Inmate Separation

Top headlines for Friday, May 9, 2025

In this episode, we delve into groundbreaking news from the Vatican with Cardinal Robert Prevost's historic election as the first American pontiff, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. We explore the potential impacts of his leadership on the global Catholic community. Meanwhile, back in the United States, we cover the ongoing investigation by Virginia's Attorney General into a contentious disciplinary case at Loudoun County Public Schools involving student rights and privacy. Plus, we analyze recent claims by Tucker Carlson and BlazeTV host Jason Whitlock, who critiqued comedian Bill Maher for lacking wisdom during a lively event in Nashville.

00:11 American Robert Prevost elected first pope from US
01:02 LCPS investigated for 'targeting' boys opposed to trans policy
01:53 Tucker Carlson says Bill Maher lacks wisdom for atheism
02:49 Russian Orthodox head lauds Putin's church-state relations
03:47 3 Doors Down lead singer diagnosed with stage 4 cancer
04:42 California lawmakers vote against separating female, male inmates
05:56 Lecrae praises 'Sinners' despite 'anti-Christian propaganda'

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