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Good reporting builds confidence and connection. In today’s AmCon Daily Brief, Thom explains how clear communication strengthens teams, families, and communities—and why the calmest voice often carries the most weight.

Episode Transcript

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This is your Amcon Daily SITREP for October the 29th, 2025.
Up first today, the Sinaloa cartel in Mexico has escalated threats against American
citizens traveling to popular tourist areas such as Cabo San Lucas and San Jose.
These threats follow U.S. and Mexican law enforcement actions,
including lab raids and weapons seizures.
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 2 travel advisory urging U.S.

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Citizens to exercise increased caution. Travelers are advised to maintain high
situational awareness and follow government travel guidelines.
In other news, a far-left group distributing flyers at the recent No Kings protest
in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has vowed to escalate hostilities unless demands are
met to abolish the police and the Supreme Court.
The flyer warned of potential disorder without parallel in modern times and

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called for resistance against federal law enforcement, including ICE and DHS.
Citizens are advised to stay vigilant and avoid demonstrations where tensions could rise.
Turning to health concerns, Twin Sisters Creamery has recalled certain cheese
products shipped to Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington due to E.
Coli contamination linked to an outbreak.

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Authorities report three infections connected to the recall.
Consumers are advised to avoid consuming these products and return or dispose
of them immediately to prevent illness.
The USDA has issued a stark warning as 40 million Americans face the possibility
of losing food stamp benefits starting November 1 due to the ongoing government shutdown.
States are preparing for this cutoff by exploring alternative food assistance

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options, with some activating the National Guard to prevent civil unrest at food banks.
Social media posts indicate rising tensions, making situational awareness crucial during this period.
Close to home, civil unrest remains a concern nationwide, with multiple protest
groups active in various areas.
Members are reminded to maintain high situational awareness at public events,

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know their exits, and report any suspicious activity to local authorities and the ISAT team.
Several protests are scheduled today, including events in Burbank,
California, Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Albany and one on to New York.
Now, a quick look at today's weather. A storm system will bring widespread showers
and thunderstorms from the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys to the Northeast over the next couple of days.

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Much cooler than average temperatures are expected east the eastern and central U.S.
Critical fire weather conditions persist in coastal Southern California and.
South Texas due to dry conditions and gusty winds.
Residents in these areas should exercise caution and monitor updates closely.
Looking ahead on the AMCON calendar, mark your schedules for the upcoming South
Region Adventure Challenge taking place November 7th through 9th at the Boy

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Scout Camp in Milburn, Oklahoma.
This event offers an opportunity for practical preparedness skill development
in a simulated evacuation scenario.
Lodging and camping options are available, and members interested in attending
can contact south at americancontingency.com for details.
Members can access the American Contingency Members Only site to get the full
report and more in-depth analysis of today's stories, along with practical preparedness

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tips, training opportunities, and resources to help you, your family,
and your neighborhood, stay crisis-ready.