Podcast appearances and mentions of Bill Cassidy

In a scathing critique, the speaker takes aim at the hypocrisy of politicians who claim to be loyal to their constituents but only reveal their true convictions when it's no longer relevant. Using the examples of John Cornyn and Bill Cassidy, two Republican senators who recently lost their primaries, the speaker argues that these politicians have a history of changing their stances to appease their party leaders and donors.This episode delves into the world of politics, where the lines between loyalty and deception are blurred. The speaker examines the ways in which politicians use their power to manipulate the system and avoid accountability. From the use of cloture to the importance of voter turnout, the conversation covers the intricacies of the US Senate and the ways in which politicians can maintain a veneer of loyalty while secretly working against the interests of their constituents.The speaker also touches on the topic of voter fraud, citing the example of California's slow and contentious election process. They argue that the state's approach to election administration is not only inefficient but also creates an environment where misinformation and conspiracy theories can thrive. The conversation also explores the implications of this issue and how it affects the democratic process.If you're tired of being misled by politicians who claim to be on your side, tune in to this episode to hear the speaker's take on the state of politics and the importance of holding our elected officials accountable.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

www.commsolutionsmn.com-  The federal government has begun to prosecute some of the alleged fraudsters here in Minnesota. The strange thing is that nobody seems to care. Why is that? Our money is being taken before it even gets to our pockets. We could be using it for gas, food, or retirement savings, but it's being stolen right out from under our noses. Nobody seems to care and it's hard to understand why. Corrupt people refuse to leave government on their own. Shame is extinct. Power is more important than ethics. Are we surprised that our system is broken when we refuse to demand that people be held accountabile for their actions? We're on the doorstep of the Republican and Democrat party conventions and we know that the results are always crazy. Will the Republicans do what they need to do to be competetive? Will the Democrats choose the worst or the most worst candidate? Who will out-crazy the other? Our money is on the conventions playing little impact and everyone going to the primaries. The primaries that are happening around the nation have been surprising with Bill Cassidy, Tom Massie, and John Cornyn all lost their primaries. The politicians that have tried to foil President Trump are losing left and right. MAGA and MAHA are as popular as ever with conservatives. We'll have to see how the general elctions go, but the President is off to a great start at solidifying his remaking of the Republican Party.

You’re listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for June 5, 2026. We open with the federal government's announcement of multiple election fraud investigations and a comprehensive audit of California's voter registration system — while California is still counting ballots days after its primary election. We make the case that this isn't just about catching cheaters after the fact — it's deterrence ahead of the midterms. The Trump administration is sending a message to every state that someone is watching, and the only way that message lands is if someone ends up in a perp walk before November. We also explain why election integrity is mathematically connected to voter turnout — because when people believe their vote might not matter, they stop showing up. In our Top 3 Things You Need to Know, May job numbers came in at 172,000 — more than double the economists' expectation of 80,000 — with unemployment holding at 4.3% and wages rising without a single government mandate to do it. Then Florida settled the NRA's lawsuit against its three-day gun purchase waiting period, with the attorney general agreeing the law violated the Second Amendment — a remarkable shift in a state that passed that law with 72% of voters in 1998. And Democratic Congressman Jimmy Gomez — founder of the Dads Caucus in Congress, married with a son — admitted to an extramarital affair with the 29-year-old chief of staff of fellow California Democrat Eric Swalwell. The House Ethics Committee has launched a probe as additional allegations surface. We also have a direct conversation with the one in three working-age men who have checked out of the workforce entirely — not just temporarily unemployed, but not even looking. We say what needs to be said — the greatness God placed inside you is not going to manifest on the couch. Go get a job, start a business, join the military, farm something. Do something. Women are doing it. Your country needs you to do it. Our American Mama Teri Netterville weighs in on Victoria's Secret's dramatic comeback — stock price up from $15 to $75 after the company abandoned its DEI era and returned to supermodels, fantasy, and the product their customers actually wanted. Teri explains why more women than men watched the Victoria's Secret runway show in its prime, why women dress for other women as much as for their partners, and why the body positivity era collapsed under the weight of its own ideology — including the irony that the women who most loudly celebrated it are now on Ozempic. In our Digging Deep segment, a congressional candidate in Iowa published a public confession apologizing for being white, cisgender, able-bodied, middle-class, and college-educated — and we use it to explain the fundamental difference between equal opportunity and equal outcomes that is at the root of almost every major political disagreement in America today. You should not feel guilty for succeeding unless you cheated to do it. America never promised equal outcomes. It promised equal opportunity. Those are not the same thing — and confusing them is the left's most effective lie. We then dig into the judge who just ruled that President Trump's name must be removed from the Kennedy Center by June 16th — U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper, appointed by Barack Obama. Judge Cooper is married to Amy Jeffress, who is Joe Biden's personal attorney and a partner at a law firm that represented E. Jean Carroll in her lawsuit against Trump. The man who officiated their wedding was Merrick Garland. Judge Cooper did not recuse himself. We lay out every connection and ask a simple question — even if the legal ruling was technically correct, how is any of this supposed to inspire confidence in the rule of law? The Senate passed the $70 billion reconciliation package funding ICE and Customs and Border Protection through 2029 — with only one Republican voting against it. We note it was not Susan Collins, not Bill Cassidy, not Mitch McConnell. It was Lisa Murkowski. Again. Then it's Fake News Friday — including whether California is still counting the 1966 governor's race, whether Democrats convinced a man named Dan Sullivan to run against Senator Dan Sullivan in Alaska to confuse voters, whether Democrats want to replace the words mother and father in the law with gestating parent and non-gestating parent, whether Seattle's mayor broke her own Starbucks boycott for a blueberry muffin latte, and whether Disney is making a full-length Jar Jar Binks movie. We also cover a House bill heading to the floor that would allow service members to buy gasoline at military exchanges without paying the federal gas tax — and we ask the only question that matters. Why shouldn't they? And we close with words of wisdom on the 82nd anniversary of D-Day — from FDR, Ronald Reagan, General Eisenhower, and Private First Class Joseph Lesniewski of Easy Company, who said simply, I don't feel like any kind of hero. To me, the work had to be done. May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mona Charon and Will Saletan on Texas's political earthquake: Paxton's shocking primary win, whether Democrat James Talarico can actually flip the state, the YOLO Republicans finally speaking up too late, and what Bill Cassidy's post-loss laugh tells you about everything.Elevate your summer wardrobe: go to https://Quince.com/mona for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.

The corruption in the Trump administration is so shameless and so abundant that neither the media nor regular people can keep up. While Ivanka's purchase of a private “fixer-upper” island is getting a lot of attention (aside from infuriated Albanians), the private equity deals her husband is making while supposedly negotiating Middle East peace are not. Trump himself has never had so much money—including from the top businesses paying to play—that the corrupt generational wealth he's creating will even be around for Barron's great-grandkids to enjoy. Dems need to start connecting the dots now. Plus, Bill Cassidy is putting his future lobbying career ahead of the American people, no one should ever count Pelosi out, and Tim says Platner is looking like a risky choice.Stephanie Ruhle joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod.show notes Joe on Trump's stock trades  Tim on Cassidy protecting Trump's $1.8 fund  Tim's playlist

Trump sigue haciendo y deshaciendo candidaturas en el Partido Republicano: candidato que él endosa, muy probablemente gana; candidato al que le quita su respaldo por rebelde, pierde. Analizamos el control que sigue ejerciendo el mandatario en su partido con la internacionalista Alana Moceri y el presidente de la Fundación Chase en Virginia, Alex Chafuen. El presidente Trump sigue ganando elecciones, no a nivel nacional, que por lo general pierde, sino a nivel local: las primarias de su partido, que por lo general gana a través de los candidatos que endosa. "Trump sigue teniendo mucho poder y mucho dinero. Controla muchísimo dinero y puede ayudar mucho", explica Alana Moceri, profesora de relaciones internacionales en la Universidad Instituto Empresa, en Madrid. "En estas campañas ha sido muy notable derrotar a John Cornyn, el senador de Texas de toda la vida. Ken Paxton, que ha sido apoyado por Trump, es otro caso. Paxton es un hombre que tiene también muchos escándalos en su pasado. Su influencia ha permitido derrotar a Thomas Massie, Bill Cassidy, que son senadores, congresistas desde hace muchos años. Pero bueno, tampoco han sido todos éxitos para Trump. Ha sufrido derrotas en Iowa, en North Carolina. Pero en general han sido triunfos. Creo que ha apoyado a unos 100 candidatos y ha tenido un gran éxito con ellos. De modo que sí, sigue controlando el partido, pero puede ser que encuentre pronto sus límites", afirma Moceri. Ahora bien, ¿por qué, a pesar de tantas dificultades —entre otras, la inflación, las redadas antiinmigrantes de ICE, la guerra en Oriente Medio—, Trump sigue controlando el Partido Republicano? Alex Chafuen es presidente de la Fundación Chase, de Virginia, explica que "en las encuestas dicen que el elector republicano está descontento con el Congreso y los republicanos en general, pero odia y tiene terror a la agenda demócrata. La razón básicamente es esa. Hay un grupo muy sólido de apoyo a Trump, que sigue batiendo récords en cuanto a apoyar a candidatos que terminan ganando. Ningún presidente ha tenido ese récord. Es tanto el terror que se le tiene a la agenda demócrata que eso hace que Trump sea como el gran luchador contra esa agenda. La verdad es que, pese al descontento que existe con ciertas políticas de Trump, a este señor, al presidente de Estados Unidos, los republicanos lo ven como la única figura que puede, por ahora, enfrentarse a los demócratas".

Trump sigue haciendo y deshaciendo candidaturas en el Partido Republicano: candidato que él endosa, muy probablemente gana; candidato al que le quita su respaldo por rebelde, pierde. Analizamos el control que sigue ejerciendo el mandatario en su partido con la internacionalista Alana Moceri y el presidente de la Fundación Chase en Virginia, Alex Chafuen. El presidente Trump sigue ganando elecciones, no a nivel nacional, que por lo general pierde, sino a nivel local: las primarias de su partido, que por lo general gana a través de los candidatos que endosa. "Trump sigue teniendo mucho poder y mucho dinero. Controla muchísimo dinero y puede ayudar mucho", explica Alana Moceri, profesora de relaciones internacionales en la Universidad Instituto Empresa, en Madrid. "En estas campañas ha sido muy notable derrotar a John Cornyn, el senador de Texas de toda la vida. Ken Paxton, que ha sido apoyado por Trump, es otro caso. Paxton es un hombre que tiene también muchos escándalos en su pasado. Su influencia ha permitido derrotar a Thomas Massie, Bill Cassidy, que son senadores, congresistas desde hace muchos años. Pero bueno, tampoco han sido todos éxitos para Trump. Ha sufrido derrotas en Iowa, en North Carolina. Pero en general han sido triunfos. Creo que ha apoyado a unos 100 candidatos y ha tenido un gran éxito con ellos. De modo que sí, sigue controlando el partido, pero puede ser que encuentre pronto sus límites", afirma Moceri. Ahora bien, ¿por qué, a pesar de tantas dificultades —entre otras, la inflación, las redadas antiinmigrantes de ICE, la guerra en Oriente Medio—, Trump sigue controlando el Partido Republicano? Alex Chafuen es presidente de la Fundación Chase, de Virginia, explica que "en las encuestas dicen que el elector republicano está descontento con el Congreso y los republicanos en general, pero odia y tiene terror a la agenda demócrata. La razón básicamente es esa. Hay un grupo muy sólido de apoyo a Trump, que sigue batiendo récords en cuanto a apoyar a candidatos que terminan ganando. Ningún presidente ha tenido ese récord. Es tanto el terror que se le tiene a la agenda demócrata que eso hace que Trump sea como el gran luchador contra esa agenda. La verdad es que, pese al descontento que existe con ciertas políticas de Trump, a este señor, al presidente de Estados Unidos, los republicanos lo ven como la única figura que puede, por ahora, enfrentarse a los demócratas".

The Washington Stand's Casey Harper reports on the Senate's progress on funding for immigration enforcement, President Trump's nomination of Todd Blanche for the U.S. Attorney General, and a hearing with Treasury Secretary Bessent on Capitol Hill.

It's Thursday, and that means it's time to catch up on politics with The Times-Picayune/The Advocate's Stephanie Grace. Today, we discuss the two candidates still in the race vying for Bill Cassidy's Senate seat. Last week, a ruling came down in the case of the notorious farm line at the Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola. A federal judge ruled that while men forced to work on the farm line are subject to dangerous and harsh conditions, the court cannot force the state to fix the problem. The ruling follows nearly three years of litigation and comes just as the summer heat season is rolling in.The coastal desk's Michael McEwen has been following the case and joins us for more. This weekend, New Orleans' annual Black Nerd Fest, or BLERDFEST!, returns. The event is meant to increase representation within the Black community when it comes to all things anime, superheroes, sci-fi, cosplay and more. The event is open to both kids and adults, reminding everyone that there is room for them in the multiverse. True, creator and CEO of Blerd Fest, along with programming coordinator Jasmine Walker, joins us for more.___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Alana Schreiber. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production and technical support from Garrett Pittman, Adam Vos and our assistant producer Aubry Procell. You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Até quando Trump dará as cartas nos Estados Unidos? | Heloísa Villela | Programa 20 MinutosCom o cenário político dos Estados Unidos se aproximando das eleições de meio de mandato em novembro de 2026, a pergunta que ecoa nos corredores de Washington e nas mesas de análise política ao redor do mundo é: "Até quando Trump dará as cartas?". Dados recentes mostram um cenário contraditório: enquanto o presidente Donald Trump consolida um poder absoluto sobre o Partido Republicano — eliminando adversários históricos como o senador Bill Cassidy e o congressista Thomas Massie em primárias sangrentas  — sua popularidade geral desaba. Pesquisas indicam que sua aprovação flutuou perto ou abaixo dos 40%, com o eleitorado desaprovando duramente sua condução da economia e da guerra no Irã . Essa desconexão entre a força de Trump dentro da máquina partidária e a rejeição nas urnas pode ser uma armadilha para o GOP. A grande questão é se a "máquina de vingança" de Trump e sua estratégia de mobilizar a base com narrativas de integridade eleitoral serão suficientes para conter o descontentamento popular com a inflação e os custos de vida, ou se os democratas surfarão uma "onda azul" em novembro . Heloísa Villela, com sua vasta experiência internacional, vai destrinchar esse tabuleiro complexo onde o poder real do presidente parece não se traduzir mais em popularidade.#Trump2026 #Midterms #PolíticaEUA #HeloisaVillela #EleiçõesAmericanas

The Trump administration is backing away from a planned $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund after a revolt from Republicans on Capitol Hill. The fund, tied to a settlement and intended to be administered by the Justice Department, had drawn criticism as a potential slush fund that could benefit Trump allies prosecuted under the Biden administration. White House officials told GOP leaders they were retreating from the proposal, at least for now.What stands out to me is that this was never something Trump could simply do by executive order. It would have had to move through Congress, and right now he is running short on political leverage. Collins, Murkowski, and McConnell have already shown they're willing to break with the administration. Add in senators like Tom Tillis, John Cornyn, and Bill Cassidy, who have their own political considerations, and suddenly there are a lot of Republican votes that need convincing. If every other priority is tied to this fund, it becomes a problem. The White House has signaled retreat…. for now.Politics Politics Politics is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Meanwhile, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging that ChatGPT is an unsafe product, particularly for children, and that the company misled the public about its risks. The lawsuit argues that AI contributes to harms including addiction, suicide, and even mass shootings. What makes this interesting is that there are no clean ideological fault lines on AI. In Florida, AI is increasingly being treated as just another version of Big Tech, grouped together with the companies conservatives believe have censored or de-platformed them. Simultaneously, politicians in states like Michigan are celebrating AI investments, data centers, and the jobs that come with them, even as it might leave Gretchen Whitmer on the outside looking in for 2028. As AI becomes a larger part of the economy, states are going to play a much bigger role in determining how it develops.But our biggest story remains Iran. Over the last few days, a targeted IRGC commander killing, an attack on a U.S. airbase in Kuwait, and reports that Iran is ending ceasefire talks have all pushed events away from diplomacy and toward escalation. Iran is threatening to fully shut down the Strait of Hormuz and other export routes. The president of Iran has reportedly tendered his resignation, while the IRGC appears to be tightening its grip on power. At the same time, Hezbollah has reportedly signaled a willingness to accept a ceasefire with Israel, though neither American nor Israeli officials seem convinced it would hold.Everything now revolves around leverage. The Strait of Hormuz is Iran's last major bargaining chip. If it reopens without major concessions, Tehran loses a significant source of pressure. If Iran gives up its nuclear ambitions or loses the ability to project power through regional proxies, the regime risks undermining the very justification it has used for decades. Meanwhile, global oil markets are hanging on every development. Hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough have helped keep prices contained, but each new escalation raises the possibility that the conflict widens and energy markets absorb the shock.One small but important development is that internet access appears to be returning inside Iran after months of restrictions. That means more information is beginning to flow out of the country at a moment when the political situation appears increasingly unstable. Whether this ends in negotiations, further military action, or a deeper internal power struggle unfortunately remains wrapped in the fog of war.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:03:07 - Interview with Evan Scrimshaw00:39:19 - Trump Slush Fund00:42:13 - AI Lawsuit00:46:34 - Iran00:50:10 - Interview with Charlie Feldman01:30:42 - Wrap-up This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe

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Donald Trump had an extraordinarily successful month of endorsing winning challengers to Republican incumbents in the primaries.  Laura Merrifield Wilson of the University of Indianapolis discusses the defeats of five Indiana state senators who opposed Trump’s redistricting plan.  Tyler Bridges of The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reports on how Sen. Bill Cassidy’s 2021 vote to convict Trump led to his defeat in 2026.  And Matthew Wilson of Southern Methodist University explains how four-term Sen. John Cornyn fell to Texas state attorney general Ken Paxton. Music in this episode: The post Episode #430: Trump’s Magical Mystery Revenge & Retribution Tour appeared first on Ken Rudin's Political Junkie.

In this episode, G.K. discusses the recent shakeup at CBS News and explains why he believes the departure of several key figures from 60 Minutes could signal positive changes ahead for the troubled network. Dave then follows up on last week's discussion about why primaries matter more than most people think. The primary challenges facing five Indiana state senators, along with U.S. Senators Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, demonstrate the continuing influence of the Republican Party's leader, President Donald J. Trump. The guys wrap up the show with a lighthearted trip down memory lane, accompanied by a nostalgic musical outro that is sure to bring back a few memories. Be sure to visit our website at www.MiningTheMedia.com and share it with your friends, relatives, associates, and neighbors.

This week, Scott sat down with his Lawfare colleagues Anna Bower and Eric Columbus, and his Brookings colleague Molly Reynolds, to talk through a couple of the week's big news stories in domestic politics, including:“The Grift That Keeps On Giving.” Last week, the Justice Department announced the creation of a so-called Anti-Weaponization Fund of nearly 1.8 billion taxpayer dollars, from which purported victims of politically motivated prosecutions can apply to receive payments. The fund was created as part of a settlement with President Trump and his sons, who sued the IRS for 10 billion dollars over the leak of his tax returns. So far, pardoned Jan. 6 rioters, former Congressman George Santos, Trump's ex attorney Michael Cohen, and even former FBI Director James Comey have all said that they are considering applying, and three lawsuits have already been filed challenging the fund. How did Trump's lawsuit against the IRS lead to this fund? And how do we see these legal challenges playing out in court?“Lame Duck Around and Find Out.” President Trump's preferred primary picks have cruised to victories in Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, and Georgia Republican primaries, ousting incumbents Senator Bill Cassidy and Representative Thomas Massie as some of the few voices of dissent within the Republican Party. But Trump's involvement in the primaries has come at a political cost, with outgoing members voicing their criticism and even going so far as to buck the president on legislation. Last week, Cassidy flipped his vote in favor of a critical war powers resolution in the Senate, which could undermine the administration's legal justification for the war. With such close margins in Congress, how do we expect this new YOLO faction to impact the president's agenda before the midterms?While we introduced a third topic, we frankly ran out of time this week. Sorry about that! We'll circle back to it in the weeks ahead.In object lessons, Molly is hooked on the fish-focused local NPR podcast, “Catching The Codfather.” Eric is looking to catch a killer with the latest Hugh Jackman movie (which he thinks is shear perfection). Scott is caught up in the latest “Storm,” featuring Yung Lean. And Anna has caught basketball fever, both with the Knicks' return to the NBA Finals, and also with the (much-more-affordable-but-equally-entertaining) NY Liberty.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Scott sat down with his Lawfare colleagues Anna Bower and Eric Columbus, and his Brookings colleague Molly Reynolds, to talk through a couple of the week's big news stories in domestic politics, including:“The Grift That Keeps On Giving.” Last week, the Justice Department announced the creation of a so-called Anti-Weaponization Fund of nearly 1.8 billion taxpayer dollars, from which purported victims of politically motivated prosecutions can apply to receive payments. The fund was created as part of a settlement with President Trump and his sons, who sued the IRS for 10 billion dollars over the leak of his tax returns. So far, pardoned Jan. 6 rioters, former Congressman George Santos, Trump's ex attorney Michael Cohen, and even former FBI Director James Comey have all said that they are considering applying, and three lawsuits have already been filed challenging the fund. How did Trump's lawsuit against the IRS lead to this fund? And how do we see these legal challenges playing out in court?“Lame Duck Around and Find Out.” President Trump's preferred primary picks have cruised to victories in Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, and Georgia Republican primaries, ousting incumbents Senator Bill Cassidy and Representative Thomas Massie as some of the few voices of dissent within the Republican Party. But Trump's involvement in the primaries has come at a political cost, with outgoing members voicing their criticism and even going so far as to buck the president on legislation. Last week, Cassidy flipped his vote in favor of a critical war powers resolution in the Senate, which could undermine the administration's legal justification for the war. With such close margins in Congress, how do we expect this new YOLO faction to impact the president's agenda before the midterms?While we introduced a third topic, we frankly ran out of time this week. Sorry about that! We'll circle back to it in the weeks ahead.In object lessons, Molly is hooked on the fish-focused local NPR podcast, “Catching The Codfather.” Eric is looking to catch a killer with the latest Hugh Jackman movie (which he thinks is shear perfection). Scott is caught up in the latest “Storm,” featuring Yung Lean. And Anna has caught basketball fever, both with the Knicks' return to the NBA Finals, and also with the (much-more-affordable-but-equally-entertaining) NY Liberty.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie lost his state's GOP primary to a Trump-backed candidate this week. The seven-term congressman became a target for the president over the former's desire to release the files related to late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Thomas Massie and Bill Cassidy are now lame-duck Republicans after losing their primaries to Trump-backed challengers. Where does that leave razor-thin margins in Congress?President Donald Trump's seemingly doomed lawsuit against the IRS has resolved itself in an unprecedented way this week. A settlement in the case includes a clause that precludes the agency from investigating the president, his family, and his businesses ever again.And Trump allies get a $1.8 billion boost in the form of a new so-called Anti-Weaponization Fund paid for by taxpayers. That money could be giving pardoned January 6 insurrectionists payouts – and is drawing bipartisan ire.And, in global news, Iranian officials are accusing the U.S. of getting ready to start a new war as the American military makes moves in the Middle East. Both parties mull a new proposal, and familiar messaging from the White House. Also this week, Iran formalizes a plan to make money on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu finds himself in a precarious political situation this week as Knesset, votes to dissolve itself ahead of another election. Now, Netanyahu must find a way to keep his right-wing coalition from collapsing amid pressure from his nation's ultra-orthodox parties.And Russian President Vladimir Putin traveled to China to meet with its president, Xi Jinping, a week after President Donald Trump made the same trip.We cover the most important stories from around the world in the News Roundup.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

From the state where Trump claims he'd win if Jesus counted the votes, Sarah and Sam joined Tim live on stage in San Diego to debate who is the most cucked Republican and whether Bill Cassidy should get credit for his late-in-the-game YOLO opposition to Trump. Also, Jeff Bezos has Tim rethinking his opposition to socialism, and how could Bibi and Trump have had such an absurd plan for a new Iranian president? At the top of the pod, Amanda Carpenter runs down the thug fund (don't call it a slush fund) and Trump's effort to get permanent immunity from any tax liability for himself and his family. Plus, POTUS's revenge tour may backfire, and the administration may try using Fulton County as a test case for taking over vote counting in Democratic counties. Amanda Carpenter, Sarah Longwell, and Sam Stein join Tim Miller.show notes: Jon on how Trump's global health cuts are undermining the response to the Ebola outbreak Lauren on how the Georgia governor's race may be the most important one in the country And we still have a few tickets left for TONIGHT at Bulwark Live: LA at 7pm. Our friends Jane Coaston, Jon Favreau, Erin Ryan from Crooked Media, The Ringer's Van Lathan and progressive commentator Brian Tyler Cohen will join Sarah, Tim and Sam on stage. Grab your seats at TheBulwark.com/Events

MAHA flexes its political muscle as Senator Bill Cassidy loses his primary after months of clashes with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.Then, Jefferey Jaxen investigates the growing nationwide revolt against AI data center. Could this become the next major bipartisan political battle?Plus, Dr. Jess Peatross joins Del to break down the growing fears surrounding ticks, Lyme disease, and alpha-gal syndrome, including what people should know before heading outdoors this summer.Guests: Jessica Peatross, MD, IFMCPAirdate: May 21, 2026Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Following primary losses for high-profile incumbents Thomas Massie and Bill Cassidy, does President Trump's endorsement remain the GOP's most powerful currency? Former NRSC senior advisor Matt Whitlock joins the Rundown to discuss how this "political machine" could be clearing the field of GOP opposition as we look ahead to the high-stakes Texas Senate runoff between Senator John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. Plus, the question remains: can this primary momentum defeat Democrats in November? As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the upcoming National Memorial Day Concert steps into the spotlight to honor the heavy sacrifices made by servicemembers. Gary Sinise, acclaimed actor, philanthropist, and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation, joins us to discuss the profound importance of honoring generations of veterans. Sinise shares a personal tribute to his late son, a talented composer whose music will once again soar at the concert, and underscores why we must aggressively preserve firsthand history to ensure future generations never forget the true cost of freedom. PLUS, commentary by Jason Rantz, author of What's Killing America, and the host of The Jason Rantz Show. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi as they dive into Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy and Rep. Thomas Massie's primaries, analyze the pundit class's reaction to those results, and discuss the end of Stephen Colbert's Late Show. Mollie and David also weigh in on Mollie's air transportation troubles, debate the definition of beauty, and David shares two book recommendations.Order and review Mollie's book Alito: The Justice Who Reshaped the Supreme Court and Restored the Constitution here.The Federalist Foundation is a nonprofit, and we depend entirely on our listeners and readers — not corporations. If you value fearless, independent journalism, please consider a tax-deductible gift today at TheFederalist.com/donate. Your support keeps us going.

Today's Headlines: Thomas Massie lost his primary to Trump-backed Ed Gallrein, and Trump followed up by endorsing Ken Paxton over sitting Senator John Cornyn in Texas — picking the very crazy over the more traditional crazy, as is on-brand. Speaking of people who can't stop themselves, Trump demanded a DOJ investigation into Maryland's mail-in ballots over a completely routine reissuing error, because Maryland didn't vote for him and apparently that requires a federal explanation. On organized resistance, the NAACP launched an "Out of Bounds" campaign urging Black athletes to withhold support from college sports programs in states eliminating Black voting representation — a direct hit on the south's most lucrative programs, which should get their attention. Turning to the grift of the week, Trump's $1.776 billion "Antiweaponization Fund" keeps getting worse, with acting AG Todd Blanche confirming January 6th insurrectionists "wouldn't be excluded" from filing claims, P. Diddy's publicist already exploring eligibility, and the whole thing requiring only 2 out of 5 board members to approve any claim with zero fraud recourse — so that's airtight. On the war front, the Senate's war powers resolution finally passed 50-47 on the eighth attempt thanks to three absent Republicans and Bill Cassidy switching his vote the week after losing his primary, while the head of the International Energy Agency warned that global oil supplies are shrinking fast with only weeks of inventory left, right as fuel prices spike at the start of travel season — great timing all around. Closer to home, the Trump administration rolled back EPA limits on forever chemicals in drinking water affecting over 200 million Americans, a Brookings analysis found that roughly 75% of the 100,000 children separated from parents during Trump's immigration crackdown are likely US citizens, and Trump signed an executive order directing banks to vet customers for immigration status — though banks lobbied it down to advisory only, because their money is still green either way. And in the one piece of good news, 30,000 New York City hotel housekeepers secured a contract raising average pay to over $100,000 a year by 2034, which is the most functional thing to happen all week. Resources/Articles mentioned: NBC News: Trump endorses Ken Paxton over Sen. John Cornyn ahead of Texas Republican Senate runoff The New Republic: Trump Demands Investigation Into Blue State That Didn't Vote for Him PBS: NAACP calls for boycott of Southern college sports programs over voting rights PBS: WATCH: Trump calls planned White House ballroom 'a gift' to U.S. PBS: Blanche faces senators on new Trump 'weaponization' fund, Epstein, budget cuts CBS: Trump's $1.7+ billion fund sparks rush to capitalize: "All J6ers will apply" WSJ: Senate Advances War Powers Measure After GOP's Cassidy Switches Sides Bloomberg: IEA Chief Warns Commercial Oil Inventories Are Falling Very Fast The Guardian: Trump officials plan to repeal limits on ‘forever chemicals' in drinking water | Trump administration Brockovich Data Center: Brockovich Data Center AP News: Trump orders banks to take a closer look at clients' citizenship in new immigration enforcement move NYT: Brookings Institution Report: Over 100,000 Family Separations in Trump Crackdown NYT: N.Y.C. Hotel Housekeepers Will Earn Over $100,000 Under New Contract Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.politix.fmDonald Trump is more unpopular than he's ever been. But he's still got a tight grip on the GOP, he keeps making progress on his plan to subvert elections. And Democrats…well it's unclear what they intend to do about it.In this episode, Matt and Brian discuss:* Jared Polis…what the fuck?* Are Republicans simply winning the fight for historical memory of January 6?* Would impeaching Polis, or removing Virginia supreme court justices, be purely expressive, or is there value in showing strong intolerance for fascism?Then, if Democrats aren't really looking for procedural toe holds for resisting Republican election theft, are they at least maximizing their electoral advantage ahead of the midterms? The picture is mixed! Will they prevail on Republicans to quash Trump's pro-insurrection slush fund, filled with $1.8 billion in stolen public money? Are they broadening the map as much as possible? Does the end of Bill Cassidy's career doom us to 40 years of insurrectionist right-wing politics? The short answer to all of those questions is “maybe.” The long answers are much more fascinating and available in full to paid subscribers—just upgrade your subscription and pipe full episodes directly to your favorite podcast app via your own private feed.Further reading:* Brian noticed a positive change in Democratic partisan fighting back in September.* But he worries they haven't reached clarity on the need to maximize procedural advantage at every turn.* Matt: Out with moderation, in with “schmoderation.” * Mother Jones on the progressive case for Tina Peters clemency.

Inez Stepman of Independent Women fills in for Jim Geraghty on Wednesday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Inez and Greg as they break down Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie's decisive Kentucky GOP primary loss, President Donald Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in the high-stakes Texas Senate race, and why union victories in New York could send hotel prices soaring even higher.First, they react to Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie losing decisively to Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein. They also examine how Massie's image shifted from principled libertarian conservative to a frequent obstacle to the broader GOP agenda.Next, they consider the fallout from President Trump's formal endorsement of Ken Paxton over John Cornyn in the Texas GOP U.S. Senate primary. Senate Republicans are frustrated by the endorsement. Will Trump's move put that seat and the Republican majority in serious danger or will it mean a more conservative senator from Texas?Then, they dive into major union victories in New York involving Long Island Railroad employees and hotel housekeepers. Those housekeepers will get a 50 percent raise and now enjoy average salaries above $100,000 per year. And guess who pays for all of this?Finally, they look back at the U.S. Senate. With Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy losing his primary on Saturday after Trump endorsed one of his challengers, and Sen. Cornyn possibly losing next week, will they make it tougher for Republicans to get things done?Please visit out great sponsors:Better Help May is Mental Health Awareness Month- a reminder that whatever you're going through, you don't have to go through it alone. Find support and have someone with you in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at https://betterhelp.com/3ML Brooklyn BeddingGet 30% off site wide at https://brooklynbedding.com and use Promo Code 3ML Fast Growing TreesBetter plants, better growing, and an extra 20% off with code MARTINI at https://FastGrowingTrees.com/Martini for a limited time; terms and conditions may apply.New episodes every weekday. 

Trump's DOJ launches a $1.7 billion fund to make payments to his allies, as Democrats revive the debate about whether to make Trump's declining fitness—even his increasingly discolored hands—a campaign issue. Jon, Lovett, and Tommy weigh the pros and cons and react the rest of the news, including Trump taking revenge on Bill Cassidy and Thomas Massie, his new plotting against Cuba and Greenland, and the latest on negotiations with Iran.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast, episode title, and episode date.

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Trump Endorses Paxton Clay Travis and Buck Sexton highlight the key Republican primary battles, most notably the Texas Senate race between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. During the hour, breaking news emerges that President Trump officially endorses Ken Paxton, immediately shifting momentum in the race and, according to the hosts, likely determining the outcome. They frame this endorsement as a major political development with implications for Senate control, emphasizing that Texas remains a crucial state in the GOP’s path to maintaining or expanding its majority. The hosts also provide a broader strategic analysis of the Senate map, arguing that Democrats face a difficult path to regain control given the number of competitive states leaning Republican. In addition to election coverage, Hour 1 includes discussion of foreign policy and national security, particularly the ongoing situation with Iran. The hosts note reports that President Trump may have paused or delayed potential military action due to apparent progress in negotiations, though they express skepticism based on past diplomatic efforts. They frame the Iran issue as a long-term geopolitical challenge that will extend beyond any single administration, with potential impacts on energy prices, global stability, and domestic political outcomes. The discussion connects foreign policy decisions directly to voter concerns, especially around gas prices and economic conditions, which are expected to play a major role in the midterms. Don't Believe the Hakeem Hype Clay and Buck discuss the evolving landscape of Republican leadership and Senate dynamics, particularly as several incumbent Republicans face political challenges or potential exits. The hosts analyze how figures like John Cornyn and Bill Cassidy are under pressure, suggesting that the party is undergoing a shift toward candidates more closely aligned with Trump’s agenda. They also raise concerns about the immediate legislative impact, noting that lame-duck senators and narrow margins in the Senate could complicate efforts to pass legislation, especially if party unity weakens. The broader takeaway is that control of the Senate remains highly sensitive to internal party shifts and primary outcomes, making these races especially consequential. Near-Death Experiences Change People The hosts spend significant time discussing what they view as a forward-looking, generational strategy, including infrastructure projects like the modernization of the White House and broader geopolitical initiatives. They argue that many of Trump’s actions—from potential Middle East policy outcomes to physical changes at the White House—are designed to have lasting effects well beyond his presidency. This conversation introduces broader political analysis around legacy-building, long-term governance strategy, and presidential leadership philosophy, contrasting short-term political pressures with long-term national planning. The discussion also touches on how foreign policy decisions intersect with public opinion and political messaging, with Trump asserting that while policies toward Iran may not always appear popular, they are necessary for national and global security. The hosts suggest that many voters are willing to give Trump latitude on these decisions while negotiations play out, reflecting broader themes of political trust, leadership authority, and voter patience during international crises. This is for the History Nerds The guys interview uthor Douglas Brunt, centered on his new book The Lost Empire of Emmanuel Nobel. This segment shifts into historical analysis and energy industry history, exploring the early development of the global oil industry and the role of the Nobel family in building a major petroleum empire in Russia. The conversation covers industrialization, the rise of energy markets, the Russian Empire, the Bolshevik Revolution, and the origins of modern geopolitics tied to oil and natural resources. The discussion connects historical events to present-day issues such as global energy competition, Russian influence, and geopolitical conflict, illustrating how historical developments continue to shape modern international relations. The interview also delves into broader historical themes, including the fall of the Russian monarchy, the rise of Soviet power, and the cyclical nature of reform and repression in Russian governance. The hosts and guest examine how these historical patterns relate to current geopolitical tensions, including the ongoing war in Ukraine and Russia’s strategic ambitions, integrating concepts such as energy geopolitics, Russian history, oil industry origins, and global power dynamics. 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Steve Hayes is joined by Kevin Williamson, Mike Warren, and David Drucker to discuss Donald Trump's primary challenges against Sen. Bill Cassidy and Rep. Thomas Massie, along with last week's U.S.-China summit in Beijing. The Agenda: —Sen. Cassidy's loss —The consequences of crossing Trump —Texas Republican primary —Trump's approach to China —Taiwan as a bargaining chip —NWYT: Trump's $1.776 billion fund Dispatch Recommendations: —Will MAGA Come for Thomas Massie? —Democratic Efforts to Reclaim Blue-Collar Voters Get a Test in Pennsylvania —The Benefits of a Later School Bell —Cornfield Baptism Near Omaha, Nebraska The Dispatch Podcast is a production of ⁠The Dispatch⁠, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a nonpartisan perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including audio versions of all our articles and newsletters—⁠click here⁠. If you'd like to remove all ads from your podcast experience, consider becoming a premium Dispatch member ⁠by clicking here⁠.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-Rob declares open season on “RINO Republicans,” gleefully predicting political extinction events for Thomas Massie, Bill Cassidy, John Cornyn, and anyone else who forgets MAGA owns the GOP now. -Rep. Ralph Norman joins Rob to celebrate the political collapse of establishment Republicans, argue that voters are demanding consequences for career politicians, and insist America is in a spiritual battle between good and evil. Today's podcast is sponsored by : CHAPTER - If you're turning 65 or already on Medicare, call Chapter at 27-MEDICARE for the plan that suits you best. RELIEF FACTOR - You don't need to live with aches & pains! Reduce muscle & joint inflammation and live a pain-free life by visiting http://ReliefFactor.com  GHOSTBED - I used to think a mattress was just furniture, until I got my GhostBed! GhostBed is offering my audience their lowest prices of the season, plus an extra 10% off. Go to http://GhostBed.com/CARSON and use promo code CARSON BIRCH GOLD - Protect and grow your retirement savings with gold. Text ROB to 98 98 98 for your FREE information kit! To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday… Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (http://patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) You can now WATCH and chat with The Rob Carson Show LIVE on Newsmax's social media channels (Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube, Rumble) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) recently lost the primary to re-take his Senate seat after he royally ticked off President Donald J. Trump! Will this trend continue? Our verbose host, Mike Slater, explores this topic in total depth! Don't cross the boss! Following that opener, Slater speaks with Steven W. Mosher of the Population Research Institute on Trump's recent trip to Communist China and what the mainstream media got wrong about what happened during his formal talks with their leader Xi Jinping! MAGA! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Senator Bill Cassidy became the latest Republican casualty in President Trump's campaign against disloyal members of his party, losing his primary in Louisiana after voting to convict Trump following the January 6th insurrection.The World Health Organization has declared an international public health emergency over a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo that has already killed more than 80 people and spread to neighboring Uganda.A jury in California has begun deliberating in Elon Musk's high-profile lawsuit against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, with Musk claiming he was misled when he helped found the company as a nonprofit.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Anna Yukhananov, Carmel Wroth, Kara Platoni, Mohamad ElBardicy and HJ Mai.It was produced by Ziad Buchh and Nia Dumas.Our director is Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott. Our technical director is Carleigh Strange.(0:00) Introduction(01:54) Cassidy Loses Louisiana Primary(05:35) Ebola Outbreak(09:14) Musk Sues Altman Over OpenAISee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Megyn Kelly discusses the curious new report about Cuba having 300 drones and why that's BS "pretext" to potential military action by the U.S., why Cuba is not going to attack America and why that idea is insulting to the American people, misleading reporting and collusion between the corporate media and our government, and more. Then Ryan Grim, co-host of "Breaking Points," and Curt Mills, executive director of The American Conservative, join to discuss what it really means for America to "take" Cuba, why America can get what it wants in Cuba without military action, and more. Then Mark Halperin, host of "Next Up," joins to discuss why Senator Bill Cassidy lost his primary, why Trump's influence is still so strong within the GOP, the possibility of Thomas Massie losing his primary tomorrow, the crucial demographic of the white working class President Trump is losing now, why it could seriously hurt the GOP in future elections, whether the GOP is heading for a loss of both the Senate and House in November, why Spencer Pratt could actually win the Los Angeles mayor race, his dominant ads and social media game, and more. Then Jonathan Alpert, author of "Therapy Nation," joins to discuss how modern therapy culture is causing more mental health struggles in society, why mental health is being used to excuse personal behavior, the rise of self-diagnosis, why “Trump Derangement Syndrome” is actually a real disorder, leftists needing to see therapists after Trump won the presidential race, and more.   Subscribe to Mark's show Next Up: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextuphalperin?sub_confirmation=1   Mills-https://x.com/CurtMills Grim-https://www.dropsitenews.com/ Alpert-https://www.jonathanalpert.com/   Herald Group: Learn more at https://GuardYourCard.com Betterwild Pet Inc.: If your dog is scratching, licking, or showing signs of allergies, support their gut and skin health from the inside out with BetterWild—get up to 40% off at https://betterwild.com/MK. Relief Factor: Break up with pain—Relief Factor targets inflammation so you can move better and feel better; try the 3-Week QuickStart for just $19.95 at https://ReliefFactor.com or call 800-4-RELIEF. ARMRA: go to https://tryarmra.com/MEGYN to get 30% off your first subscription order     Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKelly Twitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShow Instagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShow Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow  Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A curious new report about "drones" could be the pretext to U.S. military action against Cuba. Senator Bill Cassidy loses his Louisiana primary after years of fallout from his vote to convict President Trump and his opposition to the MAHA movement, handing the president another revenge win. U.S. Congressman Thomas Kean Jr. of New Jersey has missed months of votes and vanished from public view while his staff, family, and House GOP leaders insist he is recovering from a temporary illness, despite offering few details. Harvey Weinstein's latest New York rape trial ends in another mistrial after jurors deadlock on Jessica Mann's allegation, leaving prosecutors to decide whether to pursue the charge for a fourth time.     ARMRA: go to https://tryarmra.com/MEGYNto get 30% off your first subscription order   SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/megyn to get the right coverage at the right price. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Louisiana Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy lost his primary last Saturday to a challenger backed by President Trump, and Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie faces a similar challenge in his primary on Tuesday. We discuss the president's efforts to target politicians he perceives as disloyal to him and what it means for the Republican Party.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and Kentucky Public Radio reporter Sylvia Goodman.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

The Trump-led opposition to Bill Cassidy's reelection yielded big results for those making smart moves in the Louisiana primary prediction markets, but what about Tuesday's upcoming primary between Thomas Massie and Ed Gallrein in Kentucky? Stu Burguiere previews the race and how to plan for smart investments. Plus, some new developments emerge in the case of potential insider trading regarding the Iran War. And, a look at the rapidly-changing markets for “The Mandalorian & Grogu” as it's potential Rotten Tomatoes score jumps around the board and a breakdown of the Ronda Rousey - Gina Carano fight on Netflix that made and lost a lot of people a lot of money VERY quickly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) gets trounced in a primary, signaling danger for other Republicans who have run afoul of President Trump. The Senate's rulemaker crosses out White House ballroom security measures from a proposed funding plan. And Palestinians lock their doors in Jerusalem's Old City as gatherings of young Jewish demonstrators grow increasingly violent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Monday, May 18th, 2026 Today, a former judge weighs in on Trump's $1.7B slush fund for January 6th rioters in a court filing; the Senate parliamentarian has stripped the $1B ballroom provision from Republican's budget reconciliation bill; Colorado Governor Jared Polis has commuted the sentence of voter data thief Tina Peters; the Federal Aviation Administration is going to sharply cut the number of air traffic controllers; a Texas hospital will create a detransition clinic as part of a settlement with AG Ken Paxton; Senator Bill Cassidy lost his primary as Democrat Jamie Davis advances in Louisiana; and Allison Delivers your Good News. Thank You, Helix 27% Off Sitewide when you go to HelixSleep.com/dailybeans Thank You, BoxieCat For a limited time, get 30% off your order when you head to Boxiecat.com/DAILYBEANS and use code DAILYBEANS.   California Rising - It was a powerful night to launch the fight to win back the House! The show is over but you can still help us reach our fundraising goal! bluewavecalifornia.org/concert   The Latest Breakdown:Retired Judge Blasts Trump's $1.7B Slush Fund for Allies | The Breakdown StoriesTina Peters, Colorado Election Denier, Will Be Freed by Gov. Jared Polis | The New York Times FAA cuts target for air traffic control staffing | Reuters Texas Children's Hospital to develop ‘detransition clinic,' fire physicians as part of settlement, AG says | Houston Public Media Sen. Bill Cassidy loses GOP primary in Louisiana as two rivals advance to runoff | NBC News Senate parliamentarian rejects Trump's ballroom fund in budget bill | NBC News Good Trouble STOP the deportation proceedings against Mohsen Mahdawi - Action Network   →SusanRogan - how-to-help-win-the-midterms →detentionwatchnetwork.org →Deliver Mother's Day to the Moms of Dilley →Letter Carriers' “Stamp Out Hunger“ Food Drive →FieldTeam6.org →Standwithminnesota.com →Tell Congress Ice out Now | Indivisible, Defund ICE | 5Calls →Congress: Divest From ICE and CBP | ACLU →ICE List  →iceout.org Good News →Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans →Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.com →Email Dana LGBTQ Owned eating establishments in your area - hello@mswmedia.com Subject: “Dana's Project” Subscribe to the MSW YouTube Channel - MSW Media - YouTube Harry Dunn is running for CongressHarry Dunn for Maryland Our Donation Links The Daily Beans is donating $10,000 and invites you to give what you can to support their life-affirming work - Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser The Daily beans is donating $10,000 and invites you to give what you can to support their life-affirming work - Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser Pathways to Citizenship link to MATCH Allison's Donationhttps://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_86ff5236-dd26-11ec-b5ee-066e3d38bc77&WidgetId=6388736 Join Dana and The Daily Beans in support of Human Rights Campaign http://onecau.se/_ekes71 More Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - Donate, ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc, WhistleblowerAid.org/beans Dr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.  Dana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook,  DanaGoldberg.com More from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy is the latest Republican targeted by Trump to lose in a primary. Bloomberg’s Rachel Cohrs Zhang explains how Cassidy lost his bid for reelection. Judges across the country have ruled against the Trump administration more than 10,000 times in immigration cases. Politico’s Kyle Cheney breaks down the losses. Iran’s internet blackout is putting an immense strain on the everyday lives of Iranian citizens. Golnar Motevalli of Bloomberg joins to discuss the toll the outage is taking. Plus, an outbreak of Ebola has hit Congo and Uganda, Trump’s ballroom suffered another setback, and a new Mount Everest record was set. Today’s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.

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Police respond to a shooting incident at the Islamic Center of San Diego. President Trump strengthens his grip over the Republican Party after Trump-backed Rep. Julie Letlow defeats incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy in the Louisiana Senate primary. President Trump calls off strikes on Iran that were scheduled for Tuesday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Senator Bill Cassidy loses in the Louisiana GOP primary after Donald Trump pushes hard for his opponent as payback for voting to convict him during his second impeachment trial. Could Thomas Massie suffer the same fate in what's becoming a high-priced House contest for Republicans? Plus, with very few legislative achievements to run on, what are the prospects for Republicans to retain control of Congress after the November midterms? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick Bet-David, Tom Ellsworth, Adam Sosnick, and Vincent Oshana break down Thomas Massie's critical primary, Bill Cassidy's GOP defeat, Trump's Nigeria strikes and clash with Hochul over the LIRR strike, growing fears over a potential UAE nuclear escalation, climate change controversy, and Joe Rogan's concern for Theo Von.------- 

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Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Monday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan opens with a major Iran-linked terror arrest in New York City, where an Iraqi national accused of working for the IRGC allegedly helped plan attacks against Jewish, Israeli, and American targets across the U.S., Canada, Europe, and beyond. He then breaks down the broader war picture, including new drone attacks on the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait, President Trump's warning that Iran is running out of time for a peace deal, and a notable shift in the White House's position on Iran's enriched nuclear material. Bryan argues that Tehran is showing little interest in peace, while rising oil prices, market stress, and warnings about shortages of motor oil and lubricants show how the war is increasingly hitting Americans at home. Plus, Bryan covers China's tentative promises to buy more U.S. agricultural products, President Trump's successful move to oust Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, and AOC's growing push to rally Democrats around socialism, redistricting fights, and attacks on billionaires. He also highlights Texas Children's Hospital ending transgender procedures for minors, and closes with a look at America's 250th birthday, the Rededicate 250 event, and the renewed debate over faith, religion, and the future of the nation.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: IRGC terror plot New York Mohammad al Saadi 2026, Iran terror attacks Jewish schools US Europe Canada, Trump Iran peace deadline nuclear material shift, UAE nuclear plant drone attack Iran war update, Strait of Hormuz oil prices motor oil shortages 2026, China US agriculture deal beef purchases Trump Xi, Bill Cassidy primary loss Trump revenge Louisiana Senate, AOC socialism redistricting Alabama rally 2028 Democrats, Texas Children's Hospital puberty blockers settlement detransition clinic, Rededicate 250 America religion faith founding fathers, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report

Today's episode of the podcast features limited commercial interruptions, brought to you exclusively by the American Petroleum Institute. Headlines:  – Welcome To Mo News (00:00) – Trump Takes Down Sen. Bill Cassidy; Loss Sends a Warning to Trump-Critical Republicans (05:20) – Terror Leader Connected To Iran Arrested For Targeting Jewish Sites In U.S., Around World (17:10) – Cuban Leader Raul Castro Could Be Indicted By The U.S. This Week (22:00) – LIRR: Largest Commuter Rail In US Shut Down Because Of Worker Strike (25:10) – Diesel Fuel Concerns Create Pain For Commercial Truck Drivers, Schools (29:20) – Ebola Outbreak In West Africa: Major Concern Over This Strain (34:10) – Bulgaria Wins First, Israel Gets Second At Eurovision Music Competition (37:00) – On This Day In History (41:40) 

Today's Headlines: Trump is reportedly willing to drop his $10 billion IRS lawsuit in exchange for a $1.7 billion government slush fund to pay out political allies — including $230 million for himself, a waiver on all family tax audits, and a public IRS apology — totally extortion. Meanwhile, Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, one of the only Republicans who voted to convict Trump after January 6th, lost his primary and became the first senator in 12 years to lose one, because minimal backbone has a price in today's GOP. Because hantavirus clearly wasn't enough to worry about, the WHO declared Ebola a global health emergency after outbreaks in Uganda and the DRC with 246 suspected cases, no available vaccine, and no functioning USAID to help — and the person Trump put in charge of the hantavirus response is a urologist who specializes in penile implants and has promoted pandemic conspiracy theories, so we're in great hands. In other news, Trump's new counterterrorism strategy ranks drug cartels above Islamist militants, considers leftists on par with al-Qaeda, and doesn't mention far-right extremism at all, though Sebastian Gorka did find time to call out Tucker Carlson specifically. In global matters, a commander of Iranian-backed militia Kataib Hezbollah was charged with plotting attacks on 20 Jewish sites across the US, Europe, and Canada, a drone struck a UAE nuclear power plant with no injuries, and Trump told Axios Iran will get "hit much harder" despite having no leverage — while US officials now believe China will invade Taiwan within four years, Cuba has acquired 300 military drones from Russia and Iran and is reportedly eyeing Guantanamo Bay or Key West, and Ukraine launched its largest drone attack of the entire war — 600 drones across 14 Russian regions — in retaliation for Russia's assault last week. Finally, Harvey Weinstein's third trial ended in a mistrial after nine of twelve mostly-male jurors wanted to acquit him, a French judge opened an inquiry into MBS's role in Khashoggi's murder, and Everlane is being acquired by Shein for $100 million. Resources/Articles mentioned:  Time: Trump May Drop IRS Suit in Return for $1.7 Billion ‘Weaponization' Fund CNN: Trump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back WSJ: Thomas Massie's Lonely and Expensive Fight Against Trump NYT: W.H.O. Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency The New Republic: Trump's Hantavirus Official Is a Penis Implant Specialist PrPublica: Trump Counterterror Plan Targets Leftists, Ignores Far-Right Violence Ken Klippenstein: New Counterterror Strategy Eyes Tucker Carlson Time: The Iran-Backed Militia Behind a Terror Plot Against American Jews AP News: Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant as US and Iran signal they are prepared to resume war Axios: Trump warns Iran "clock is ticking" until US launches harder strikes Axios: Scoop: Trump advisers fear China may target Taiwan in next 5 years Axios: Exclusive: U.S. eyes attack-drone threat from Cuba The Guardian: At least four people killed in Russia as Ukraine launches retaliatory strikes Euronews: French judge opens probe into 2018 killing of Jamal Khashoggi CNN: Judge declares a mistrial in Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial after jury deadlocks Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Trump has spent four years hunting one Republican senator: Bill Cassidy. Now Cassidy is trading at just 2 cents to survive his own Louisiana primary. But the real opportunity may not be taking a position against Cassidy. It may be on whether Trump-backed Julia Letlow wins outright Saturday night and avoids a runoff entirely. Stu breaks down the Cassidy revenge saga, the market mispricing hiding inside Louisiana's weird election system, a cross-platform arb opportunity between Polymarket and Kalshi, listener questions on strategy and risk, and one long-shot weekend fight market Stu kinda likes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices