Modern Martyrs + Progressive Propaganda

July 28th, 2026 - Happy feast of Pope St. Innocent I! President Donald Trump said yesterday the United States is engaged in “very deep talks” with Iran but warned Washington is prepared to resume “very strong military action” if diplomacy fails, saying he agreed to pause plans to expand the U.S. military campaign to give negotiations another opportunity. Human-rights advocate Nina Shea is urging President Trump to press Chinese leader Xi Jinping for the release of Jimmy Lai, the 78-year-old Catholic newspaper founder sentenced to 20 years in prison under Hong Kong’s national security law. New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is putting $70 million behind five city-owned grocery stores he says will sell staples 30% below market price. Catholic University of America physics professor Tanja Horn secured $1.05 million in federal grants to bring artificial intelligence into the study of nuclear physics. More than three dozen pro-life pregnancy organizations received over $1.7 million from Arkansas in fiscal 2026 to help women and families facing unexpected pregnancies with real alternatives to abortion. The Archdiocese of Chicago notified 10 Catholic communities about forthcoming lawsuits accusing retired priests Kenneth Fleck and Thomas Conde of sexually abusing minors decades ago. Both men deny the allegations. Cardinal Blase Cupich has asked them to step away from ministry while law enforcement, archdiocesan investigators, and an independent review board examine the claims. A gunman fired at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto yesterday, marking the second time this year someone shot at the building. A single shell casing was found at the scene, and there was damage to the building's facade.  Rise Right is a live morning program hosted by Sarah Cain & Jakob Martin Kraft, designed to help Catholics begin their day grounded in faith, clarity, and peace. The goal is simple: help listeners start their day well. Stay rooted in prayer, informed about the world, and able to face each day with joy and reason. RiseRight.org