The Rush Hour With Dave Neal

A major controversy is erupting after Macklemore was dropped from Ed Sheeran's U.S. tour—and now Ed Sheeran is speaking out as children's educator Ms. Rachel condemns his decision. We break down the growing backlash, plus the latest developments in the escalating war in the Middle East. Also, Pete Hegseth faces mounting pressure as lawmakers prepare to vote this week on an effort to impeach him. All that and more on the afternoon edition of The Rush Hour Podcast.

Good morning! Mitch McConnell has finally returned to the Senate after a three-month absence—and yes, he is alive. We're also covering the escalating U.S.–Canada economic trade war as retaliatory tariffs threaten American businesses, workers and consumers. Plus, Donald Trump Jr. and his wife confirm that a Russian oligarch closely associated with Vladimir Putin helped fund their lavish wedding celebration. Is this simply a generous gift between friends—or foreign influence and corruption hiding in plain sight? Let's break it all down.

On today's afternoon edition of The Rush Hour, we cover the latest developments in the Iran war as tensions and oil-market fears continue to escalate. Plus, Macklemore has been removed from the remaining U.S. dates of Ed Sheeran's tour following his outspoken support for Palestine.
We also examine the investigation into the tragic death of Nashville and Heroes actress Hayden Panettiere, including reports that authorities are tracing a suspected fentanyl-laced pill while official toxicology results remain pending. Finally, a bombshell investigation alleges that Russian oligarch and Putin ally Umar Kremlev paid hundreds of thousands of dollars in expenses connected to Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding.
We break down what's confirmed, what remains alleged, and the biggest unanswered questions. Hayden Panettiere investigation

The new season of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has arrived—and somehow, the drama is even messier. I'm sharing my thoughts on Taylor Frankie Paul and a truly unbelievable dumpster-fire storyline that may leave viewers with more questions than answers.
Plus, we're covering the escalating trade war with Canada, how it could affect American consumers, and the latest major updates from the war in Iran. It's reality-TV chaos, economic turmoil and global conflict—all packed into today's morning edition of The Rush Hour!

In this bonus weekend episode of The Rush Hour, Dave Neal breaks down Donald Trump's escalating economic trade war with Canada—and why his tariffs may be backfiring on American consumers, businesses, and the broader economy. Plus, the war in the Middle East intensifies as oil prices surge, raising fears of higher gas prices, increased shipping costs, and even more pain at the grocery store. Is a global economic shock coming? Let's break it all down.