We were able to layout a lot of our show before the morning meeting, but when we got in the "war room" we realized there were a ton of stories we needto cover today!
We've got all the news on Afghanistan and Iran. Will we send more troops to Afghanistan? Is it necessary? What's the right thing to do with Iran, a country that continues to act like the rogue nation that many have grown to expect?
The girls from North Carolina are still missing and police are doing all they can to find them and their adoptive father.
The health care debate might get heated toady when liberal democrats attempt to push the public option into the bill. If we hear anything we'll share it with you immediately. Also, some GOP member want to make sure there are 72 hours to review any changes in the health care bill before its voted on.
During the show we told you about the search for two girls from North Carolina who are currently missing. They are ages 11 and 12. The 12 year old is 9 months pregnany which adds urgency to the case. They were last seen with their adoptive father Matthew Hess.
They were last seen in this car:
1993 Ford Explorer. It has a North Carolina tag YTE-8014
Missing: Keara Lasha Hess, 9 months pregnant
If you have seen either of these girls, their adopted father or have any tips, please call: THE IREDELL COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE AT 704-878-3100
You may notice something a little different about our show today. For one Jon Scott is on vacation and we'll miss him dearly, but today is the debut of widescreen! Things will look a little differently, but its all for you. If you want to learn more about it check out www.foxnews.com/widescreen
On the docket today we've got stories from Iran to liberals asking the president to cover illegal aliens in the new health care plan. We've got stories that will go in depth on the diplomacy that will need to take place in Iran and give you the latest on Afghanistan.
Have you heard of the two missing girls from North Carolina? They are 11 and 12 years-old. The shocking part of the story: the 12 year old is 9 months pregnant and expected to give birth this weekend.
A brutal beating in Chicago lead to the death of a honor student. How did this happen? We'll have all the details.
President Obama makes his historic first speech at the United Nations. Libyan leader Muammar Qaddafi will follow the president's speech with his own. Will there be protests at the United Nations?
The FBI and NYPD have worked hard in keeping us safe. What's the latest news on the terror plot? Should we still be on alert?
Is there a new strategy for the war in Afghanistan? It seems like the White House may be re-evaluating its policy.
New York City is always busy, but there's a special air about the city when the UN General Assembly meets. We'll give you the latest on what's being discussed among the world leaders.
The health care debate continues as Senator Baucus' bill is marked-up more and more. We'll speak to one senator who still isn't on board with the plan.
The White House and the military seem to be at odds as to how to handle the situation in Afghanistan. General McChrystal says he needs more troops, but President Obama says they need to slow down before a decision is made.
Can you imagine being called and told your son or daughter had been killed in action while serving in the military overseas? We'll speak to a family who got that devastating phone call only to be told later that it was a mistake. How could this happen?
We've also got Congressman from both sides ready to talk about the latest news on health care from the Hill.
The horrific story of a young Yale graduate continues to bring sadness and concern for the university community. Do they have a suspect yet? Why did this happen?
Today President Obama will make his way to New York City. This the one year anniversary of the Lehman Brothers collapse. What has the president done to keep financial institutions in place and the US economy afloat? Also what are his plans to keep Wall Street strong in the future?
New reports are out today on the the Yale graduate student we reported missing last week.
Did you hear Serena Williams at the US Open? Do her actions deserve a 10k dollar fine or should more be done to reprimand her?
Jon Scott has had the opportunity to work with and be apart of several USO events over the past few months. Yesterday Jon met the USO, Tribute WTC, and hundreds of volunteers on the top of building 7 at the World Trade Center. The volunteers were able to pack 5 thousand care packages to send to our troops in Iraq.
For information on the USO or the Tribute WTC Visitor Center you can visit these sites: www.USO.orgwww.TributeWTC.org
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