Zuck Testifies at Social Media Trial, Potomac Sewage Disaster, Deadly CA Avalanche: AM Update 2/19

The Megyn Kelly Show

SiriusXM

News, Society & Culture, News Commentary

4.4 • 38.5K Ratings

🗓️ 19 February 2026

⏱️ 17 minutes

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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies in a landmark trial that could reshape the future of social media, as plaintiffs accuse major platforms of deliberately designing addictive products for children. President Trump marks Black History Month at the White House, highlighting historic contributions of Black Americans while touting gains in employment and support within the community. A massive sewage spill into the Potomac River sparks a toxic environmental threat and an escalating political blame battle between the Trump administration and regional leaders. Nine back-country skiers are presumed dead after a devastating avalanche near Lake Tahoe, as brutal weather hampers rescue and recovery efforts. SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/megyn to get the right coverage at the right price. Relief Factor: Find out if Relief Factor can help you live pain-free—try the 3-Week QuickStart for just $19.95 at https://ReliefFactor.com or call 800-4-RELIEF.

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0:00.0	Good morning, everyone. I'm Emily Jashinsky, host of After Party and the Megan Kelly
0:06.9	Wrapup show on SiriusXM Channel 111. It's Thursday, February 19th, 2026. This is your AM update.
0:14.9	Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies in a major trial that could fundamentally alter how social media companies operate.
0:22.3	We thank God for the strength and courage and grit and devotion of black Americans.
0:27.4	President Trump hosts a Black History Month event at the White House.
0:31.3	President Trump and the federal government are standing by to step in.
0:34.6	A toxic mess in the Potomac River leading to an even messier blame game in
0:39.4	Washington. And after hours of treacherous rescue efforts, nine missing skiers presumed dead in a
0:46.4	California avalanche. All that and more coming up in just a moment on your AM update.
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