4 Things To Know This Afternoon
Your essential end-of-day rundown of the four most important stories breaking while you were busy. Hosted by nationally syndicated radio host Erick Erickson, 4 Things to Know This Afternoon delivers smart, conservative analysis of the four biggest headlines shaping the nation and the world in less than ten minutes. From national security to culture, economics to politics, Erick distills the noise into clarity—cutting through the spin with conviction, context, and a clear-eyed view of where things stand. Subscribe for daily insight before dinner.
Episodes
•Government Shutdown at Midnight – Democrats demand funding for NPR, PBS, and healthcare for illegal immigrants. Republicans refuse, making Democrats own the looming shutdown.
•TrumpRx Launch – The White House unveils TrumpRx.com, a government-backed prescription site with Pfizer onboard, but major questions remain about access and pricing.
•Louisiana Crime Crisis – Governor Jeff Landry requests National Guard support for Baton Rou...
•Trump & Netanyahu’s Gaza Peace Plan – A historic U.S.-Israel-Arab partnership outlines a path for Hamas to release hostages, disarm, and allow redevelopment in Gaza, or face elimination.
•Iran Rejects Peace at the UN – As Trump and Netanyahu spoke at the White House, Iran’s president attacked Israel at the United Nations, signaling continued defiance.
•Government Shutdown Looms – Democrats threaten to block funding unless healthca...
•James Comey Indicted – The former FBI Director faces a messy case filled with legal disputes, DOJ precedent issues, and political overreach that could see charges dismissed before trial.
•Jimmy Kimmel’s Return – Sinclair Broadcasting reverses course, bringing Kimmel back to ABC affiliates after pressure and apologies, though low ratings may still seal his fate.
•Trump & Ukraine Weapons Deal – President Trump signals willingness to...
•Government Shutdown Fight – Democrats threaten to shut down the government unless healthcare benefits (including coverage for illegal immigrants) are expanded.
•New York Targets Rikers Employee – A corrections officer faces punishment for helping federal officials deport illegal alien inmates, exposing just how far sanctuary policies go in protecting criminals over citizens.
•DOJ Invest...
•Dallas ICE Facility Attack – Two detainees are dead and an ICE agent critically injured after a progressive activist opened fire. This marks the second attack on an ICE facility in Texas this year, raising alarms about left-wing violence.
•Apple Cancels The Savant – Apple TV+ shelves its upcoming Jessica Chastain series after the Charlie Kirk assassination, amid concerns it glorified progressive fantasies about conservative villai...
• Ryan Routh Guilty – The would-be assassin of Donald Trump is convicted on five counts in Florida after a courtroom suicide attempt.
• Jimmy Kimmel Boycotted – Nexstar joins Sinclair in pulling Kimmel’s show from conservative markets, deepening late-night TV’s struggles after years of partisan comedy.
• Shutdown Showdown – President Trump cancels talks with Democrats as Schumer and Jeffries demand Obamacare expansions in a budget ...
•Trump Administration Questions Tylenol Safety – Officials cite disputed studies linking acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy to autism, while also approving a new drug, Leucopore, that shows promise for improving language and behavioral skills in children with autism.
•Spirit Airlines Bankruptcy Fallout – Spirit announces 1,500 flight attendant furloughs and scales back routes in a desperate bid to restructure.
•FTC vs. Ticketmaster/Live Nation – The Federal Trade Commission and 11 states are suing over bots and ticket resales that hurt both fans and artists.
•Trump vs. Lisa Cook – The president asks the Supreme Court to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook amid mortgage fraud allegations.
•Federal Reserve boxed in – After yesterday’s quarter-po...
•Constitution Day – The U.S. Constitution turns 238. Erick reflects on its enduring significance, the strength of written law, and why America’s founding framework still matters globally.
•Federal Reserve rate cut – The Fed lowers interest rates by a quarter point, signaling concern over unemployment despite lingering inflation. More cuts may be on the horizon.
•Trump in the UK – President ...
• Tyler Robinson charged – Charlie Kirk’s assassin faces aggravated murder and six additional counts, with the DA seeking the death penalty. Shocking new details emerge about his background and accomplices.
• House Republicans split on tariffs – Speaker Mike Johnson faces rebellion as Republicans resist a plan to block the House from limiting future tariffs, raising the risk of a government shutdown.
• Israel surrounds Gaza City – ...
•Charlie Kirk’s assassin confesses – Tyler Robinson admitted the shooting in a Discord channel, while investigators probe whether others had prior knowledge.
•TikTok deal with China – Despite laws that should have shut it down, the app remains embedded in Beijing’s strategy, raising new national security concerns.
•Soybean farmers in crisis – A Chinese boycott leaves U.S. soybeans unharvest...
•Charlie Kirk’s assassin arrested – 22-year-old Tyler Robinson turned in by his family, revealing radicalization from progressive online spaces.
• National Guard in Memphis – President Trump deploys forces to address crime in Memphis, with New Orleans possibly next.
• Consumer sentiment falling – Inflation fears, job losses, and tariffs weigh on Americans despite optimistic spin.
On this solemn September 11th, Erick Erickson reflects on the state of our nation after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. From the disturbing gloating of educators online to the progressive framing of words as violence, Erickson warns of a cultural and political tipping point. He also examines how mainstream media coverage, including CBS and CNN, continues to marginalize conservative voices while shaping narratives t...
•Charlie Kirk Shot — The TPUSA founder was shot at Utah Valley University. His condition is unknown. The attack highlights escalating left-wing violence in politics.
•Markets Surge Despite Tariffs — The S&P hits record highs as the Producer Price Index shows deflation. Strong consumer spending masks weaknesses in manufacturing and tariffs’ long-term drag.
•NATO Condemns Russia — Russian jet...
•Census Bureau confirms inflation wiped out all wage growth for working Americans while elites making $250K+ came out ahead. The media dismissed Americans’ concerns, but the data proves otherwise.
•A Michigan judge dismisses charges against Trump’s so-called “fake electors” — a ruling that could ripple into Nevada and beyond. Was 2020 a turning point the GOP still hasn’t moved past?
•Israel...
•Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago — ICE launches a large-scale enforcement surge, staging agents at Naval Station Great Lakes to detain illegal immigrants.
•Congressional Stock Trading Ban — President Trump surprises House leaders by backing Rep. Anna Paulina Luna’s discharge petition, catching leadership off guard.
•French Government Collapse — Prime Minister François Bayrou ousted as France’s debt crisis deepens, sparking fresh ...
• Weak Jobs Report – Only 22,000 jobs were added in August while U.S. manufacturing lost 75,000 positions. Tariffs are hitting hard, prices are climbing, and interest rate cuts are now expected.
• Airline Rule Reversal – Pete Buttigieg criticizes the Trump administration for rolling back flight delay compensation. The rule looked consumer-friendly, but critics argue it raised ticket costs and degraded se...
•Federal Reserve Under Investigation – The Justice Department has opened a criminal probe into Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage fraud tied to property filings in Georgia and Michigan. A sitting Fed governor facing grand jury subpoenas raises questions about independence, accountability, and political optics.
•McDonalds Takes on Tipping – The fast-food giant is pushing to end the sub-minimum tip wage model, a...
•Space Command Relocation – President Trump orders U.S. Space Command HQ moved from Colorado Springs to Huntsville, Alabama. The Air Force backed the move for cost and strategic reasons, but politics also play a role as Alabama wins big on defense jobs and aerospace influence.
•Afghanistan Earthquake Disaster – A devastating 6.0 magnitude quake killed over 1,400 people and destroyed entire villages. International aid is slowed by T...
•Sen. Joni Ernst Retires: Iowa’s Republican senator won’t seek reelection in 2026, setting up a high-stakes battle for control of a key Senate seat.
•Trump’s Pocket Rescission: The White House cancels $4.8 billion in foreign aid using an executive maneuver that bypasses Congress. Critics say it undermines constitutional spending powers, raising a fresh separation of powers fight.
•Kraft Hei...
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