The Hegseth Watch, Daybell & Palin Verdicts, Musk Pullback From DOGE, Latest On Pope Arrangements

Today on America in the Morning   The Hegseth Watch The White House says President Trump continues to stand behind his embattled Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, despite new reports Hegseth used the non-secured Signal app to discuss an attack with certain family members, and now one Congressional Republican says it’s time for a change, and a Senate Democrat is demanding hearings. John Stolnis has more from Washington.     Daybell Verdict A verdict came in late Tuesday in Arizona in the murder conspiracy trial of the so-called "Doomsday Mom." Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on the decision, and outside the courtroom, jurors reacted to the case – audio courtesy of KBOI-TV 2 Boise, Idaho.     Musk To Move Back From DOGE After Tuesday’s closing bell on Wall Street, the electric vehicle maker reported a 71 percent drop in profits, but followed that up with an announcement that was even more of a surprise. Elon Musk says he’ll be spending less time in Washington slashing government costs and more time running Tesla.     HHS Targeting Food Dyes There will be big changes to some of the food and snacks we eat. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the phasing out of artificial dyes in the US food supply.    Palin Defamation Verdict A federal jury ruled that the New York Times did not libel former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin in a 2017 editorial, ending a years-long defamation lawsuit.     Lottery Under Fire A high-ranking lottery official has resigned as the state scrutiny of Texas' lottery program intensifies. The details from correspondent Lisa Dwyer.        Remembering Pope Francis Cardinals from around the world are arriving in Rome to plan both the late-Pontiff’s funeral, and also prepare for the selection of a new Pope. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Pope Francis' funeral and the public viewing have been scheduled, and around the world, there’s praise for Francis, including from people who saw the Pope during his historic trip to the Philippines.     State Department Downsizing The government downsizing that has impacted offices including the Pentagon and education is now moving to the building that’s home to foreign policy. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the State Department is undergoing a massive reorganization plan. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.     Meeting On Ukraine Ukrainian and European officials will be meeting in London today to discuss the potential of ending the war between Kyiv and Moscow, but noticeably absent from the US delegation will be Secretary of State Marco Rubio, which comes after the Trump administration let it be known they are considering walking away from the situation altogether. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.    SCOTUS Hears LGBTQ Book Case There was emotional debate between justices as the Supreme Court heard a case over LGBTQ books in elementary schools. Bob Brown has details.    NJ Wildfire A massive wildfire is forcing evacuations in New Jersey. The fire has grown to over 8,000 acres in a part of Ocean County along the New Jersey shore, forcing nearly 3,000 residents to flee their homes.   Second Reade Trial Underway The retrial of a woman accused of killing her police officer boyfriend in Massachusetts is now underway. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.    Walgreens Opioid Settlement Drug store chain Walgreens has agreed to a massive opioid settlement with the Department of Justice. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.    Finally   Major changes are coming to a longtime Sunday staple TV show, as a CBS 60 Minutes News executive is leaving, and he was not shy about why he’s stepping aside. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices