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Happy Monday! In this post-4th of July episode, Kevin is holding down the fort while Alex takes a well-deserved long weekend. We’re breaking down a massive weekend of news—from the star-studded, multi-million dollar security spectacle of the Swift-Kelty wedding at Madison Square Garden to the political fireworks surrounding Dr. Anthony Fauci’s latest congressional subpoena. Plus, former North Dakota Governor and current Secretary of the Interior, Doug Burgum, joins the show to give us an exclusive look inside the newly dedicated Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora and the incredible historic artifacts on display. Finally, we tune into a historic joint bell-ringing at the stock exchange detailing the launch of the new "Trump Accounts" initiative for America's youth. Standout Moments & Timestamps [00:03] A Chaotic Weather Weekend & Medora Crowds Kevin reflects on the spotty, severe weekend weather and the opening of the Roosevelt Library in Medora, detailing how shifting holiday plans impacted the expected 4th of July crowds. [00:41] The Weekly Weather Track Dino drops by to map out a stormy start to the week with climbing humidity, peaking with a scorching 95-degree forecast by next weekend. [01:10] Inside the $15 Million "Garden" Wedding A breakdown of the highly exclusive, high-security wedding of the summer at Madison Square Garden, featuring an Adam Sandler-officiated ceremony and performances by music royalty. [01:15] $25K Fireworks View at the Kennedy Center The guys react to the elite "Presidential Package" tiers offered for the D.C. fireworks display and the social media backlash that followed. [01:41] The COVID Reckoning: Fauci Subpoenaed Again A deep dive into the political landscape as Senator Rand Paul subpoenas Dr. Anthony Fauci over newly declassified gain-of-function documents. [02:12] Double All-Stars & Winning in the Bronx Big Game James slides into the studio with the sports page, celebrating the Twins' historic series win against the Yankees in New York and Byron Buxton’s starting All-Star nod. [02:34] Ice Cream Secrets & The Ann Heiser Bush "Combine Bar" Ag expert Bridget Riedel joins the broadcast to talk about the South Dakota roots of Cookies and Cream ice cream and a unique, tap-bearing combine tractor debuting at the North Dakota State Fair. [03:31] Special Guest Doug Burgum on TR's Medal of Honor Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum discusses the emotional dedication of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and a historic moment involving a returned Medal of Honor from the Spanish-American War. [04:12] Historic Joint…