Thursday, June 8th, 2023

Today’s Headlines: There are major updates on the DOJ special counsel investigations into Donald Trump. He is now considered the 'target' of a grand jury investigation, potentially facing criminal charges. Mark Meadows has testified before a federal grand jury, and Steve Bannon has been subpoenaed in connection with the January 6th insurrection. Former vice president Mike Pence announced his presidential run, criticizing Trump's actions. Severe air quality problems continue in the northeastern and midwestern US due to wildfires in Quebec. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Reuters: Trump lawyers notified that he is the target of classified documents probe  NY Times: Mark Meadows Testified to Grand Jury in Special Counsel Investigation of Trump NBC News: Trump ally Bannon subpoenaed in special counsel Jack Smith's Jan. 6 grand jury probe PBS News: Former Vice President Mike Pence announces 2024 presidential run  AP News: Millions breathing hazardous air as smoke from Canadian wildfires streams south over US  Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Amanda Duberman and Bridget Schwartz Edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson