The Pour Over Today - Trump’s State Visit to U.K., Jimmy Kimmel Suspended, Pennsylvania Officers Killed, & More | 09.19.25

Episode Date: September 19, 2025

Today, we’re talking about President Trump’s second state visit to the U.K.; ABC suspending Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show over Charlie Kirk comments; three police officers being fatally shot in Pennsylvania; and other top news for Friday, September 19th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. Join over 1 million readers with our free newsletter here Looking to support us? You can choose to pay here Check out our sponsors! We actually use and enjoy every single one. Cru Surfshark Holy Post CCCU Upside HelloFresh Mosh LMNT Theology in the Raw Safe House Project Student Life Application Study Bible A Place For You Practicing Life Together Not Just Sunday Podcast

Hey, this is Zan at The Pourover. Today, we're talking about President Trump's second state visit to the UK, ABC suspending Jimmy Kimmel's late night show over Charlie Kirk comments, three police officers being fatally shot in Pennsylvania, and other top news for Friday, September 19th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Poorover. Here's your quote of the day. True education is a kind of never-ending story.

A matter of continual beginnings of habitual fresh starts of persistent newness. J.R.R. Tolkien Let's get started with some espresso shots. President Trump traded fluffy biscuits for crispy ones in his historic second state visit to the UK. A royal parade ushered America's first couple to Windsor Castle on Wednesday, kicking off a state visit brimming with pomp, circumstance, and interesting hats. Around the 160-person dinner table, number 47 called the invitation, quote, one of the highest honors of my life, praising the country's, quote, irreplaceable and unbreakable bond. King Charles praised Trump's personal commitment to finding

solutions to global conflicts. In central London, several thousand gathered for a stop-Trump protest, condemning racism and arming Israel. president traveled to Prime Minister Kier-Starmer's country estate yesterday to talk geopolitics in a private meeting. The two confirmed $340 billion in new investments to boost jobs and profits both ways of the Atlantic. Here's a verse to consider whether your workday involves a red carpet trip, an overflowing inbox, or 12 dirty diapers. Satisfy us in the morning with your faithful love so that we may shout with joy and be glad all our days.

Let the favor of the Lord our God be on us. Establish for us the work of our hands. Establish the work of our hands. Psalm 90 verses 14 and 17. ABC says Jimmy Kimmel Live has been indefinitely suspended over the late-night hosts, quote, offensive and insensitive comments. On Monday, Kimmel said the, quote, MAGA gang was trying to use the assassination of Charlie Kirk to, quote, score political points.

FCC commissioner Brendan Carr called the remarks sick and suggested a regulatory investigation into ABC. The show was suspended hours later. Many Republicans cheered the decision, while Democratic lawmakers and Hollywood writers called the pressure from the FCC an assault on free speech and, quote, corrupt abuse of power. Meanwhile, thousands are expected to flood Arizona's State Farm Stadium wearing red, white, and blue for Charlie's Memorial on Sunday. Speakers from the Trump administration, including the president, will join Erica Kirk, who is Turning Point USA's new CEO, to pay tribute alongside Christian performers like Chris Tomlin, Phil Wickham, and Carrie Job. Moments of grief and contention often become flashpoints, but Christians can be at the forefront of the effort to de-escalate political tension. We know our time as citizens on earth is just a blip on the timeline of eternity,

which gives us hope and motivates holiness. Titus 2.11 through 13 says, For the grace of God has appeared, instructing us to deny godlessness, and worldly lusts, and to live in a sensible, righteous, and godly way in the present age, while we wait for the blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ. Three law enforcement officers were killed and two others were critically wounded in a shooting in Pennsylvania on Wednesday afternoon. The officers were following up on a domestic investigation that began the day before.

Police say the suspect, identified as a 24-year-old accused of stalking his ex-girlfriend, appeared to be lying in wait in a cornfield near her home. He opened fire when the officers arrived. One of the wounded officers fatally shot the suspect, and authorities say there is no ongoing threat to the community. The shooting took place on a farm in North Cadoras Township, with a population of just over 9,000 people in York County, Pennsylvania. The two wounded officers are in critical but stable condition and are being treated at a nearby hospital.

The FBI is assisting in the ongoing investigation. The hope of resurrection doesn't mean we don't grieve real tragedies, but it does mean that death won't have the final word. Pray for the injured and the families of those lost that they would turn to Christ for healing, comfort, and hope. hope. Here's a prayer from every moment holy. Oh Lord, be merciful to those now wounded. Be present with those now bereaved. Your heart is always inclined towards those who suffer. Now let your mercies be active through the hands, the words, and the compassionate care of those who willingly enter this sadness to console and to serve. Let's be real. Some study Bibles feel more like textbooks. But the Student Life Application Study Bible, it makes scripture come alive in an easy

to understand way. Created with young adults in mind, but awesome for anyone hungry to go deeper, this full-color Bible pairs with the filament Bible app to unlock over 27,000 study notes, videos, devotionals, interactive maps, and more. It's basically like carrying a seminary in your back pocket. The new living translation keeps things clear and readable. while the study tools connect every verse to God's bigger story and your everyday life. Check it out at s-l-a-s-B-com or use the link in the show notes to save time and level up your Bible study. In other bruce, here's a rapid round of updates. Two hangings were discovered in Mississippi.

Trey Reed, a 21-year-old black student, was found hanging from a tree at Delta State University on Monday morning. Police suspect no foul play, but his family is awaiting an independent autopsy. Hours later, Corey Zucatus, a 35-year-old white man, was found hanged in Vicksburg, though officials say the cases aren't connected. Rates finally got trimmed. With an 11-1 vote, the Fed cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point, the first cut of 2025, and indicated there could be two more this year. Chairman Powell called it a, quote, risk management cut, aimed at boosting the cooling job market. Economists say mortgage rates and car loans won't tumble overnight, but should begin to trend down. President Trump said Wednesday that he'll designate Antifa as a, quote, major terrorist organization

and recommend that those funding the, quote, sick, dangerous, radical, anti-fascist movement be investigated. Some are questioning the move's constitutionality. The State Department is permitted to list, quote, foreign terrorist organizations. But critics say domestic groups' speech and funding are protected under the First Amendment. The CDC clash continues.

Former head Susan Menares, who got the boot just 29 days into the job after disagreements with RFK Jr., told Senators that HHS Secretary wanted, quote, blanket approval, end quote, from his handpicked advisory board on vaccine recommendations. She warned that he plans to change the childhood vaccine schedule soon without an independent data analysis. Ben and Jerry's is on a rocky road. Co-founder Jerry Greenfield is leaving after 47 years, saying parent company Unilever stripped the ice cream maker of its independence to speak on.

social issues. In a letter posted by co-founder Ben Cohen, Greenfield said he couldn't, quote, in good conscience, stay, lamenting that the brand's once protected social mission has now melted away. That's all we have for today. Thanks so much for listening, TPOFam. If you're listening on the Apple Podcasts app, give us a five-star rating and drop a review. If you're listening on Spotify, give us a follow and hit the notification bell to never miss a new episode. We're so grateful for your support and we hope you have a great weekend. Catch you next week. What if you could boost your savings while advancing the gospel? With Christian Community Credit Union, you can. With their high-yield harvest bundle, you can earn 4% APY and a $100 bonus with

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