# TODAY'S NEWS, May 9-11, 2026

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Podcast: [Today's News with Larry Schweikart](https://stenobird.com/podcast/today-s-news-with-larry-schweikart-7165588)
Published: 2026-05-11T18:27:13+00:00
Episode link: https://todays-news.simplecast.com/episodes/todays-news-may-9-11-2026-pNzaxEBW
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Duration seconds: 730

## Resource

The latest roundup frames Republican momentum as accelerating through court rulings, redistricting gains, and Democratic disarray, while stories about voter registration, immigration enforcement, and economic performance are presented as evidence of a broader political realignment. The commentary also highlights skepticism toward progressive climate and social policies, continued pressure on illegal immigration, and growing concerns around AI infrastructure, security breaches, and global instability. Internationally, conservative and nationalist movements are portrayed as gaining ground while European economic and policy struggles deepen.

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