Fox News First: Trump Teases VP Announcement, Hunter Biden Trial Continues, and Biden Faces Criticism

Good morning! Here's what you need to know to start your day, including updates on Trump's VP pick, the Hunter Biden trial, and criticism of Biden's border policies.

Former President Donald Trump has hinted that he might announce his vice presidential pick as early as next week. In an interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity, Trump stated that he has "a couple of people" in mind and that the announcement would be made "very soon." Trump's announcement has been highly anticipated by both Republicans and Democrats alike, as it could provide insight into his potential 2024 presidential bid.

The trial of Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, continued on Wednesday with testimony from his former lover, Lunden Alexis Roberts, and his sister-in-law, Hallie Biden. Roberts testified about an alleged intimate relationship with Hunter Biden and claimed that he had asked her to lie about it. Hallie Biden also testified about her concerns over Hunter Biden's drug use and erratic behavior.

The New York Post reporter who broke the bombshell story about Hunter Biden's laptop in 2020 has spoken out after the FBI confirmed that the laptop is real. Miranda Devine, who won the prestigious Pulitzer Prize for her reporting on the laptop, said that she feels vindicated and that the confirmation proves that she was right when she published the story.

President Biden's executive order on border security has been met with criticism from some lawmakers, who say that it contains loopholes that could allow illegal immigrants to enter the country. The order, which was signed in February, calls for a more humane approach to border enforcement and includes measures such as increased funding for border security and the creation of a task force to reunite families separated at the border.

Comedian Bill Maher has weighed in on the potential 2024 presidential election, saying that if it's a choice between Trump and Biden, only Trump will protect democracy. Maher, who is known for his liberal views, made the comments on his HBO show, "Real Time with Bill Maher." He argued that Biden is too old and out of touch to be president and that Trump is the only one who can "save" America from socialism.

The number of Americans owning guns has increased significantly since 2020, according to data from the National Firearms Survey. The survey found that 44% of American households now own at least one gun, up from 39% in 2020. The increase in gun ownership has been attributed to a variety of factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns about safety, and the rise in crime rates.

The city of Milwaukee is preparing to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention, but it is also struggling with an increase in violent crime. The city has seen a surge in homicides and carjackings in recent years, and residents are concerned about safety. The police department has been criticized for its response to crime, and the mayor has called for more resources to address the issue.