Extortion victim fired back at shooters; Trump includes Canada along with other countries in AI generated US map

In this Connect FM episode, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar discuss a shocking extortion-related incident, where a targeted victim reportedly fired back at armed shooters, highlighting the growing desperation and danger surrounding extortion crimes in Surrey and the Lower Mainland. The conversation then shifts to international headlines, as Donald Trump shares an AI-generated U.S. map that includes Canada and other countries, sparking debate around artificial intelligence, misinformation, and political messaging. The hosts unpack why AI-generated content is becoming a powerful and controversial tool in modern politics, raising fresh concerns about perception, influence, and global narratives in early 2026.