Hour 3 [05/05/2026]: Pentagon “Project Freedom” Escalation, Strait of Hormuz Control Claims, ATF Shakeup, and Illinois School Curriculum Probe

Hour 3 opens with breaking Pentagon remarks on “Project Freedom,” detailing a U.S.-led military and naval operation aimed at securing the Strait of Hormuz, escorting commercial shipping, and countering Iranian attacks while asserting U.S. control over key maritime routes amid ongoing regional escalation. The briefing highlights active engagements, blockade enforcement, and the deployment of significant American air and sea power to keep global shipping moving despite continued Iranian interference. The tone shifts into a lighter exchange with Todd Piro, including a recurring Bigfoot discussion tied to an earlier on-air guest claiming sightings, blending humor with skepticism. The hour then moves into a detailed 2A Tuesday segment with Mark Walters, focusing on sweeping ATF policy changes under new leadership, including a stated shift toward targeting violent criminals over gun owners, regulatory rollbacks, and ongoing debate over the agency’s role and future. It closes with “Kim on Whim,” covering a DOJ investigation into 36 Illinois school districts over allegations of undisclosed gender and sexuality curriculum in K–12 classrooms, raising concerns about parental notification, opt-out rights, and broader frustration over school board accountability. Hashtags: #BreakingNews #Pentagon #StraitOfHormuz #Iran #Military #Bigfoot #ATF #SecondAmendment #Education #Illinois #ParentalRights #Politics #SchoolBoards