U.S. and Russia Swap Prisoners, Child Tax Credit Extension Fails, Simone Biles Wins Gold

Today on America in the Morning    U.S. and Russia Swap Prisoners  The U.S. and Russia have agreed to a prisoner swap. Its the largest exchange so far in the post-Soviet era. Correspondent Haya Panjwani has details.  Child Tax Credit Extension Fails  Democrats are pointing to politics as an expansion of the child tax credit fails to pass the U.S. Senate. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.  Biles wins Gold  Simone Biles proved once again why she is considered one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. Correspondent Steve Futterman has the story.  U.S. Weighs in on Venezuela Election  The U.S. is weighing in on the recent controversial Venezuelan election. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.  Hamas Leader Funeral Held  A funeral has been held for the Hamas leader killed earlier this week in an Israeli airstrike in Iran. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports.  Intel Announces Layoffs  A major US chipmaker has announced some major layoffs. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.  ACLU Sues Spokane  A court challenge has been filed against Spokane’s ban on homeless people sleeping outdoors. Correspondent Jackie Quinn has details.  Video Game Performers on Strike  Hundreds of video game performers and Hollywood actors picketed in front of the Warner Bros. Studios building to protest against the unregulated use of artificial intelligence.  New American Idol Judge Announced  The replacement for Katy Perry on “American Idol” has been announced. Correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.  Close of 1st Half of America in the Morning.     America in the Morning from Westwood One   Produced by Alex Hinton - Host John Trout   Executive Producer Kevin DeLany      08-02-24 Second half of program     2024 Campaign Update  As the Trump campaign fights back against accusations of racial insensitivity and weirdness, the Harris campaign draws closer to naming a running mate for the vice president. John Stolnis has more from Washington.  Legislation Aimed at Presidential Immunity  Some legislation aimed at limiting presidential immunity has been introduced to the Senate. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.  JD Vance Visits the Border  Republicans are hammering Democrats over their handling of the U.S. Southern border. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.  Unemployment Rising  Unemployment claims are on the rise. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.  Wildfires Scorch West  Nearly 100 wildfires are blazing across the Western United States. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.  Net Neutrality Put on Hold  The on-again off-again Net Neutrality rules have been put on hold again in an appeals court. Chuck Palm explains what all this means in today's tech report.  Finally  Famed director M. Night Shyamalan has a new thriller in theaters. Correspondent Kevin Carr has details.  Former presidents from opposite sides of the aisle are joining a commission planning America's 250th birthday party. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.  America in the Morning from Westwood One   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices