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Friday, August 7, 2026 Today, Trump and Hegseth got into a shouting match at Camp David over munitions inventory; Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Republicans voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt; a federal judge has held the Department of Homeland Security in contempt over Los Angeles immigration sweeps; ICE detained a University of Maryland teacher of the year at the Dallas Fort Worth airport; a federal judge has paused an order for Trump to send financials in the BBC lawsuit; the Pentagon policy chief can't seem to get an invite to Beijing; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. Thank You, IQBAR Text DAILYBEANS to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. The Trump Epstein Memorial Bookmobile The Daily Beans is proud to partner with Miles Taylor and our friends at DEFIANCE.org For a limited time, members of the Daily Beans community can receive a FREE 3-month full membership to DEFIANCE.org and gain access to one of the fastest-growing pro-democracy movements in America. Join here: https://www.defiance.org/beans Diamond Dames - Subscribe here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdw5wpZniLeg&si=YB1KlvnjmA4CxxV3https://diamond-dames.simplecast.com/ Guest: John FugelsangThe John Fugelsan Show Sirius XM Progress 127 Weekdays at 12 AM ET The John Fugelsang Podcast, John Fugelsang|Substack, @johnfugelsang|Bluesky, @JohnFugelsang|TwitterSeparation of Church and Hate by John Fugelsang The Latest Breakdown→ Todd Blanche Admits Epstein Redaction Error StoriesSenate Panel Votes to Hold Fauci in Contempt for Refusing to Answer Questions | WSJ Judge pauses order sending Trump financial data to BBC | POLITICO Trump, Hegseth clashed at Camp David over Iran missile depletion concerns | The Washington Post Pentagon policy chief can't get invited to Beijing | POLITICO ICE detains University of Maryland "teacher of the year" at Dallas airport | CBS Baltimore Federal judge holds DHS in contempt over Los Angeles immigration sweeps | The HillGood TroubleNoHateInWaState.org @nohateinwastate on Bluesky@nohateinwastate - Instagram Check your voter registration and deadlines → Voter Registration Deadlines - Vote.org →Blue Wave California- secure.actblue.com/donate/msw-bwc →Helpline Orientation- Spanish Speakers Needed! · VoteRiders →Help save Texas from Ken Paxton! →Urge Democrats to Oppose and Stop Trump's Crypto Corruption | Indivisible Guide →Defiance.org/beans →Stand With Minnesota →iceout.org Good NewsGet Involved - Animal Shelter | seattle.gov Women's Pro Baseball League The National Military Monument Twisted Bine Beer Co. dana-goldbergs-southwest-funnyfest Oct 9 -Email Dana@DanaGoldberg.com for sponsorship informationTickets for Dana Goldberg: Outrageous - Sep 23 - Den Theater - Chicago →Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans →Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.com Subscribe to the MSW on YouTube - MSW Media - YouTube Our Donation Links The Trevor Project - trevorproject.org/beans Blue Wave California - ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc Donate to Public Citizen - https://citizen.org/beans/ Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser Pathways to Citizenship - boomerang - pathways Dana and The Daily Beans support of Human Rights Campaign ONE CAUSE HRC The Daily Beans supports It Gets BetterNational Security Counselors - Donate, 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 - fedoath@pm.me Dana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook, DanaGoldberg.com More from MSW Media - Shows, 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.
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: President Trump reportedly confronted Secretary of War Pete Hegseth at Camp David over concerns that the war with Iran has severely depleted America's missile stockpiles. Now, the president is publicly denying those reports as the White House pushes back against claims of a growing munitions shortage. Congress is considering a proposal that would dramatically deepen defense and intelligence cooperation between the United States and Israel, potentially reshaping one of America's closest security partnerships. German authorities are investigating an explosive-laden drone discovered inside a major cargo airport, raising fresh concerns about the security of Europe's critical infrastructure. Two New Jersey municipal water systems have been targeted in cyberattacks that officials believe were carried out by Iran, highlighting the growing threat to America's critical infrastructure. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with timeless, high-quality pieces from Quince—go to https://Quince.com/PDBfor free shipping and 365-day returns! Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.comand use code PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's talk about Trump vs Hegseth: Camp David brawl edition
Howie Kurtz on a Senate committee voting to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress, President Trump's reported Camp David confrontation with Pete Hegseth over munitions shortages, and POTUS privately signaling JD Vance as his preferred 2028 successor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's Friday, August 7th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Tanzanian Christians worried about Muslim threats In several Muslim-majority communities along Tanzania's coast in eastern Africa along the Indian Ocean, small Christian churches continue to worship under growing pressure, with pastors and congregations describing intimidation, disruption, and insecurity, reports International Christian Concern. For many believers in Zanzibar and parts of coastal Tanzania, where 99 percent of the population is Muslim, church leaders say some congregations have experienced threats, harassment, and occasional attacks. One pastor said, “When a church is threatened, it is not only a building that is affected. People begin to fear even the simple act of coming together to pray. Mothers worry about bringing their children, and some believers spend the entire service looking over their shoulders instead of worshipping freely.” Please pray for our brothers and sisters in Christ in Tanzania. Trump, Hegseth clashed over missile depletion concerns President Donald Trump's frustration over the Iran war boiled over at Camp David last week, where he demanded answers from War Secretary Pete Hegseth on why he had apparently been misled on extreme munitions shortages that now threaten to limit military options with Iran, reports The Washington Post. President Trump vented at Hegseth that he thought the munitions issue “had been fixed.” The shortages, particularly in long-range guided missiles and air-defense interceptors, have been part of the reason President Trump has pulled back from launching additional massive strikes against Iran in recent days. Senate Republicans hold Dr. Fauci in contempt of Congress Senate Republicans on the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, in contempt of Congress after he declined to answer lawmakers' questions during a fiery hearing last week, reports NBC News. Fauci, who has been a target of the right since he served as a top health official during the Covid pandemic, invoked the Fifth Amendment 111 times during the hearing, explaining in his opening remarks that he believed Republicans would try to use his testimony to prosecute him. However, Fauci had been given a full and unconditional pardon by President Joe Biden before he left office on January 19, 2025. In an 8-5 party-line vote, Republicans on the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee held Fauci in contempt. Republican Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky, the committee chair, said, “We are voting on whether a witness who has received the benefit of a sweeping federal pardon can be ordered by this committee to answer questions and then defy that order without consequence.” He added, “I ordered him to answer and warned him about contempt, yet he still refused. That is obstruction of a congressional investigation.” The committee can refer the contempt of Congress resolution directly to the Justice Department or request that Senate Majority Leader John Thune of South Dakota hold a full Senate vote. Senator Paul said the committee would hand-deliver the referral to the Justice Department. Contempt of Congress is a criminal misdemeanor offense punishable by up to a $100,000 fine and one year in jail. Proverbs 18:12 says, “Before a downfall, the heart is haughty …” In an impromptu press conference, Senator Paul insisted that Dr. Fauci be held accountable for the COVID-19 pandemic. PAUL: “A million Americans died, and I think they deserve to know the truth. Anthony Fauci has advocated for dangerous gain-of-function research for two decades now. The question ‘why' is not a question that he can have liability for. “He was given a pardon. Interestingly, the pardon starts in 2014. That's when the funding of the lab in Wuhan, [China] started. So, I think he should answer questions. As far as pleading the Fifth [Amendment] when you have a pardon, all you have to do is tell the truth, just not commit a new crime. So, I think the American people do deserve to know this. “This is the same Anthony Fauci who said, in a Washington Post op-ed in 2011, even if a pandemic should start from a lab, if someone's bitten in a lab or the virus escapes the lab, that the knowledge would be worth the risks. I don't think many Americans believe that! “This deserves to be thoroughly, exhaustively debated, so we don't do this again.” Christian congressman: Dr. Fauci under divine judgment Appearing with Fox News Host Brian Kilmeade on July 27th, Republican Congressman Tim Burchett of Tennessee talked about the recent revelations from Dr. Anthony Fauci's pandemic-era diary entries which showed a fixation on his own "explosive" fame, reports The Christian Post. KILMEADE: “Congressman, we saw this, but now we can read this. What changes about how this guy is perceived once and for all?” BURCHETT: “I think his arrogance shows. The Bible talks about professing themselves to be wise; they became fools. We closed down mom-and-pop operations. Jewish and Christian fellowships were shut down. The big boys were allowed to stay open. This thing was a disaster from the start, and we celebrated this guy, [meaning Fauci].” The phrase from Romans 1:22-28, which is part of the Apostle Paul's larger indictment against the pagan world, describes the corruption and prideful self-delusion that afflicts the minds of those who reject God. The refusal to worship God leads to a litany of self-destructive sins that ends with God abandoning individuals and societies "to a debased mind to do what ought not to be done.” Southwest Airlines blocks ICE from detaining illegal aliens on 6 flights Firm in the belief that immigration enforcement is bad for business, Southwest Airlines is pushing back hard against efforts to detain illegal immigrants at U.S. airports, reports The Western Journal. A report from the Wall Street Journal highlights a July 25 incident in which an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent tried to board a Southwest Airlines jet in Dallas. The agent was prevented from carrying out his duties by Southwest Airlines. The Dallas-based airline staff also refused to share passenger information with ICE. In recent weeks, a half-dozen other incidents involving Southwest have taken place. The incidents occur as ICE has been broadening their efforts to arrest illegal aliens at airports. Write a polite, 3-sentence letter of complaint to Southwest Airlines President Bob Jordan. Send it to: 2702 Love Field Drive, Dallas, TX 75235. Planned Parenthood sues Trump over denial of Title X funding And finally, Planned Parenthood is suing the Trump administration to challenge updated Title X funding guidelines issued earlier this year that could render the abortion giant ineligible for so-called “family planning” grants, reports LifeSiteNews.com. In April, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services issued updated guidelines for Title X applications, which drop contraception promotion in favor of “natural family planning methods,” tout an objective to “strengthen family formation and assist clients in achieving healthy pregnancies,” and require applicants to reject abortion as a method of family planning. The new standards threaten to disqualify longtime Title X recipients such as Planned Parenthood. As a result, the nation's largest abortion chain announced on July 29 that it is suing the Trump administration over them. Isaiah 59:7 describes the abortion giant to a “t.” “Their feet run to evil, and they are swift to shed innocent blood. Their thoughts are thoughts of iniquity. Desolation and destruction mark their ways.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, August 7th, in the year of our Lord 2026. 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Six months into the war with Iran, the United States has fired 850 Tomahawks, emptied its LRASM and JASSM-ER inventories, expended essentially every ATACMS and PrSM in the arsenal, and burned through the SM-6 and PAC-3 interceptors it had been stockpiling for a fight with China. The administration's position is that the munitions are fine and the people saying otherwise are committing treason. Bryan Clark is a senior fellow at Hudson Institute and a former submarine officer who runs war games for the Navy and its allies. Justin McIntosh is a retired Army Special Forces soldier — twenty years in, sixteen of them as a Green Beret — who now writes Mind of Things on defense, technology, and foreign policy. We discuss… Why 850 Tomahawks in two months emptied the stockpile that was meant for China The leak hunt at Camp David, and why it should be a very short list How "lethality" became a testosterone prescription instead of an ammunition line item Japan's new defense strategy, which finally names China out loud — and bets on one-way attack drones Whether AUKUS Pillar 1 is quietly consuming the rest of the Australian military Why manned-unmanned teaming keeps failing in the war games, and what the CCA program got wrong Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Six months into the war with Iran, the United States has fired 850 Tomahawks, emptied its LRASM and JASSM-ER inventories, expended essentially every ATACMS and PrSM in the arsenal, and burned through the SM-6 and PAC-3 interceptors it had been stockpiling for a fight with China. The administration's position is that the munitions are fine and the people saying otherwise are committing treason. Bryan Clark is a senior fellow at Hudson Institute and a former submarine officer who runs war games for the Navy and its allies. Justin McIntosh is a retired Army Special Forces soldier — twenty years in, sixteen of them as a Green Beret — who now writes Mind of Things on defense, technology, and foreign policy. We discuss… Why 850 Tomahawks in two months emptied the stockpile that was meant for China The leak hunt at Camp David, and why it should be a very short list How "lethality" became a testosterone prescription instead of an ammunition line item Japan's new defense strategy, which finally names China out loud — and bets on one-way attack drones Whether AUKUS Pillar 1 is quietly consuming the rest of the Australian military Why manned-unmanned teaming keeps failing in the war games, and what the CCA program got wrong Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Day 1,623.Today, after an extraordinary drone attack in Germany raises fresh questions about Russia's campaign against the West, we ask whether it is finally time to stop describing Moscow's actions as “hybrid”, “grey zone” or “sub-threshold” warfare – and instead call them what they are. We also report on Russia's worsening fuel crisis, with queues once again forming outside petrol stations following Ukraine's latest drone strike on Yaroslavl oil refinery. In Kyiv, Britain's new Defence Secretary reaffirms UK support, declaring, “We're with Ukraine until they win,” as we assess what the change in leadership could mean for military aid and European security. And later, we speak to the founder of an NGO supporting Ukrainian children with learning disabilities and other special educational needs, exploring how war affects those with heightened sensory sensitivities and what can be done to help.Contributors: Dominic Nicholls (Host on Ukraine: The Latest). @DomNicholls on X.Sophie O'Sullivan (Telegraph Journalist).Adelie Pojzman-Pontay (Host on Ukraine: The Latest). @Adeliepjz on X.With thanks to Alex Khilodenko, the founder of the CodeIT4Life – an NGO that focuses on building secure underground spaces for children with learning disabilities or special needs, like autism, especially taking into account their sensory sensitivity in the midst of war.Senior Producer: Lilian FawcettVideo Producer: Sophie O'SullivanSocial Producer: Tom SteedStudio Director: Meghan SearleExecutive Editor: Francis DearnleyCreated by David KnowlesNOW IN FULL VIDEO WITH MAPS & BATTLEFIELD FOOTAGE:Every episode is now available on our YouTube channel shortly after the release of the audio version. You will find it here: https://www.youtube.com/@UkraineTheLatest CONTENT REFERENCED:CodeIT4Life, the NGO in Kharkiv providing safe underground spaces for children with special needs: https://codeit4.life/no-limits-inclusive-resource-center-in-derhachi/Russia blamed for explosive drone at German airport (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/08/05/explosive-drone-found-ukraine-plane-russia-germany/ Ukraine strikes oil refinery 800 miles inside Russia (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/08/06/russia-strikes-ukrainian-train-station/ Report: ‘Russia's UAV Campaign Over Europe' (IISS):https://www.iiss.org/globalassets/media-library---content--migration/images-delta/publications/research-papers/2026-new/russia-uav/ammended-file/russia_uav-campaign-over-europe.pdfTrump declined Zelenskyy's request for additional Patriot missiles (Ukrainska Pravda): https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2026/08/05/8047361/ North Korean missile unit deploys in Russia for Ukraine war, Kyiv says (Reuters);https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/north-korean-missile-unit-deploys-russia-ukraine-war-kyiv-says-2026-08-05/ Trump, Hegseth clashed at Camp David over Iran missile depletion concerns (Washington Post)https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/08/05/trump-hegseth-clashed-camp-david-over-iran-missile-depletion-concerns/If you're interested in sponsoring Dom's upcoming defence event, email our colleagues at events@telegraph.co.ukEMAIL US:Contact the team on ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk. We continue to read every message, and seek to respond to as many as possible.HIGHLIGHTSMoscow blamed for explosive drone at German airportFuel queues return to Russia as Ukraine hits refineries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Jim and Greg for the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch as they explore how Democrats nominating far-left candidates might help Republicans in November, deepening concerns about how low the U.S. missile arsenal is, one House Republican abandoning his re-election bid amid scandal while another digs in, and a Senate committee holding Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress.First, they react to Democrats nominating far-left and even socialist candidates in states and congressional districts that are far more moderate or even lean to the right. They also get a kick out of some Dems trying to distance themselves from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) after winning their primaries.Next, they discuss a Washington Post report about the ongoing concerns about U.S. stockpiles of missile interceptors and other munitions, as well as reports concerning how President Trump and Sec. Pete Hegseth are dealing with this issue. The White House denies Post reports that heated conversations took place over this issue last weekend at Camp David.Then, they're glad to see North Carolina GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards give up his re-election bid after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for his conduct towards young female staffers. Meanwhile, Ohio Rep. Max Miller refuses to withdraw despite the abuse allegations against him, and he is now past the deadline to withdraw from the ballot.Finally, Sen. Rand Paul and the Senate Governmental Affairs and Oversight Committee voted Thursday to hold Dr. Fauci in contempt of Congress for refusing to answer questions last week. Jim says he understands why this is happening but doubts much will ultimately come from it in the courts. Greg wonders the same but still thinks it's the right move.Please visit our great sponsors:QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLZocDocYour health matters and taking care of yourself shouldn't be complicated. Find and book the right doctor with Zocdoc. Head to http://ZocDoc.com/3ml #sponsoredLarinecoRight now, Larineco is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BuyLarine.com/3MLNew episodes every weekday.
Mark talks about why Camp David is used for key military meetings, especially after last week's Cabinet meeting on striking Iran. A new CNN poll shows Democrats trailing Trump. Mark also names the top fashion store in the tri-state area and highlights a huge weekend at the box office. Mark takes your calls. Mark interviews journalist Steve Cuozzo. Mark and Steve talk about New York City's real estate and construction, including what's happening on Park Avenue. They also talk about the city's top restaurants and whether classic diners could make a comeback.
President Trump decided not to launch a bigger attack on Iran with Israel after several Gulf countries pushed for peace. Mark says Bernie Sanders is now the main leader in the Democratic Party. Vincent Pastore from The Sopranos died over the weekend. Mark talks about how a show like The Sopranos probably couldn't be made today because of political correctness. There are now over 2 million podcasts in the U.S. Joe Rogan tops the list as the highest-paid. Mark also explains why Dr. Anthony Fauci pleaded the Fifth in his recent testimony and how that might backfire. Mark breaks down what's really going on with U.S.-Iran talks. Minnesota's water system suffered a major cyber-attack, and there are claims Iran was behind it, though that's still being questioned. Spain announced plans to build a border fence to stop migrants. Mark shares the latest on Savannah Guthrie's mom's case, focusing on new claims about evidence found by a sheriff. With the 9/11 anniversary coming up, many victims' families are urging Mayor Mamdani not to attend because of his views; 66,000 people have signed a petition. Mark interviews NY Post columnist Michael Goodwin. Michael and Mark dive into Dr. Fauci's testimony and how Fauci's journals don't match his actions during the pandemic. They also talk about how Democrats keep finding new “anti-Trump” heroes, and whether Mamdani should show up at the 25th 9/11 anniversary. Mark talks about why Camp David is used for key military meetings, especially after last week's Cabinet meeting on striking Iran. A new CNN poll shows Democrats trailing Trump. Mark also names the top fashion store in the tri-state area and highlights a huge weekend at the box office. Mark interviews journalist Steve Cuozzo. Mark and Steve talk about New York City's real estate and construction, including what's happening on Park Avenue. They also talk about the city's top restaurants and whether classic diners could make a comeback.
President Trump decided not to launch a bigger attack on Iran with Israel after several Gulf countries pushed for peace. Mark says Bernie Sanders is now the main leader in the Democratic Party. Vincent Pastore from The Sopranos died over the weekend. Mark talks about how a show like The Sopranos probably couldn't be made today because of political correctness. There are now over 2 million podcasts in the U.S. Joe Rogan tops the list as the highest-paid. Mark also explains why Dr. Anthony Fauci pleaded the Fifth in his recent testimony and how that might backfire. Mark breaks down what's really going on with U.S.-Iran talks. Minnesota's water system suffered a major cyber-attack, and there are claims Iran was behind it, though that's still being questioned. Spain announced plans to build a border fence to stop migrants. Mark shares the latest on Savannah Guthrie's mom's case, focusing on new claims about evidence found by a sheriff. With the 9/11 anniversary coming up, many victims' families are urging Mayor Mamdani not to attend because of his views; 66,000 people have signed a petition. Mark interviews NY Post columnist Michael Goodwin. Michael and Mark dive into Dr. Fauci's testimony and how Fauci's journals don't match his actions during the pandemic. They also talk about how Democrats keep finding new “anti-Trump” heroes, and whether Mamdani should show up at the 25th 9/11 anniversary. Mark talks about why Camp David is used for key military meetings, especially after last week's Cabinet meeting on striking Iran. A new CNN poll shows Democrats trailing Trump. Mark also names the top fashion store in the tri-state area and highlights a huge weekend at the box office. Mark interviews journalist Steve Cuozzo. Mark and Steve talk about New York City's real estate and construction, including what's happening on Park Avenue. They also talk about the city's top restaurants and whether classic diners could make a comeback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark talks about why Camp David is used for key military meetings, especially after last week's Cabinet meeting on striking Iran. A new CNN poll shows Democrats trailing Trump. Mark also names the top fashion store in the tri-state area and highlights a huge weekend at the box office. Mark takes your calls. Mark interviews journalist Steve Cuozzo. Mark and Steve talk about New York City's real estate and construction, including what's happening on Park Avenue. They also talk about the city's top restaurants and whether classic diners could make a comeback. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark talks about why Camp David is used for key military meetings, especially after last week's Cabinet meeting on striking Iran. A new CNN poll shows Democrats trailing Trump. Mark also names the top fashion store in the tri-state area and highlights a huge weekend at the box office because of multiple movies, including Spider-Man.
Mark talks about why Camp David is used for key military meetings, especially after last week's Cabinet meeting on striking Iran. A new CNN poll shows Democrats trailing Trump. Mark also names the top fashion store in the tri-state area and highlights a huge weekend at the box office because of multiple movies, including Spider-Man. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Wolff and Joanna Coles argue that Donald Trump's trip to Camp David wasn't a show of strength but a sign of growing desperation, as he tries to project presidential gravitas while, they contend, becoming trapped in a war he cannot win and surrounded by advisers whose public loyalty masks private disbelief. They break down why Todd Blanche may be discovering the true cost of working for Trump, how a powerful Trump fundraiser is amassing a staggering war chest for his post-White House influence, and why Trump's grip on the Republican Party could outlast his presidency even as his poll numbers slide. Plus, they dissect the unraveling of the James Comey investigation, the bizarre role of Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, the dropped charges against Olympian Davey Hearn, and what Mitch McConnell's prolonged absence says about Washington's aging power structure in a conversation that reveals how the spectacle around Trump may be obscuring far more consequential shifts behind the scenes. Download SAILY's app and use code beast at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/beast #ad If you're ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can start your claim in just a click without having to leave your couch: https://ForThePeople.com/TRUMP #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the DSR Daily Live for Friday, we break down Hamas agreeing to disarm, Trump's Cabinet meeting at Camp David, the state of the race in Michigan, and take questions from our live audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On the DSR Daily Live for Friday, we break down Hamas agreeing to disarm, Trump's Cabinet meeting at Camp David, the state of the race in Michigan, and take questions from our live audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the DSR Daily Live for Friday, we break down Hamas agreeing to disarm, Trump's Cabinet meeting at Camp David, the state of the race in Michigan, and take questions from our live audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Justice Department is admitting that President Trump's $14 million renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was “botched,” and it is dropping the criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn that accused him of vandalizing the pool, according to a new court filing from DC US Attorney Jeanine Pirro. Plus, the White House says the president held the first-ever live, televised cabinet meeting at Camp David today. We look at the key moments over the years at the presidential retreat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 1, 2026; 7am: Yesterday at Camp David, President Trump defended the anti-weaponization fund he and his attorney general have said is dead, and blamed a Democratic governor for a water-supply attack U.S. officials say was likely carried out by Iran. As Americans continue to face higher prices at the pump and the grocery store, Trump has received all-time low approval ratings across multiple polls this week, with just one-third of voters approving the job that Trump is doing as president. Elise Labbott, host of Cosmopolitics on Substack, and Jeff Mason, White House Correspondent for Bloomberg, join “The Weekend” to discuss. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnow TikTok: @theweekendmsnow To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Pags breaks down the immigration crisis unfolding in Spain, explaining how the surge of migrants has sparked political turmoil across Europe before bringing you President Trump's reaction and the biggest moments from his remarks. Pags argues the situation mirrors years of lax border enforcement under the Biden administration and asks whether countries can survive without expecting newcomers to assimilate into their culture. He also reacts to an exclusive report on Temporary Protected Status, explaining why he believes the word "temporary" should actually mean something. Then Pags dives into the growing battle over Todd Blanche's confirmation, examining who's standing in the way, why some Senate Republicans are urging President Trump not to delay the nomination, and what Trump had to say from Camp David about getting his nominee confirmed. The show also features Trump's comments on what he calls the weaponization of government under the Biden administration, Marco Rubio's latest foreign policy update from the Cabinet meeting, and a surprising legal twist as prosecutors move to drop charges against Olympian David Hearn after acknowledging the National Mall's reflecting pool damage may have been caused by a flawed installation rather than criminal conduct. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adm. Robert Harward joins Brian Kilmeade to break down the latest escalations in Iran, the U.S. stance at Camp David, and the true reality of the Hamas disarmament deal in Gaza. Plus, Spain's border collapse letting 12,000 migrants an hour cross, Anthony Fauci's leaked diary entries, and Taylor Riggs on data centers and the U.S. economy. [00:18:26] Adm. Robert Harward (Ret.) [00:36:50] Taylor Riggs [00:55:13] Hussein Aboubakr Mansour [01:13:38] Doron Spielman [01:32:01] Judge Glock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
President Donald Trump holds a Cabinet meeting at the presidential retreat Camp David in Frederick County, Maryland, where he acknowledges a $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund designed to pay defendants in the January 6th attack at the U.S. Capitol and others who he says were unfairly targeted by the government is 'dead,' but he adds, 'I wish it weren't'; President also says, 'This has nothing to do with Todd,' referring to Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche, whose confirmation has been held up by a few Republican Senators opposed the fund; President Trump also claims 'Israel is very happy" with his Board of Peace reaching a deal with Hamas to disarm in exchange for Israel withdrawing troops from Gaza; Three potential 2028 Democratic Presidential candidates speak at the National Urban League conference in Nashville, Tennessee: former Vice President Kamala Harris, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg; Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin is reportedly coming under fire from some donors not happy with his leadership. We will talk about it with Politico National Political Reporter Lisa Kashinsky (35); Discussion about what the rise of artificial intelligence means for people's jobs in the future with two governors: Wes Moore (D-MD) and Spencer Cox (R-UT). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse reports on news of a potential disarming of Hamas, President Trump's Camp David cabinet meetings, and calls from the President for Senate approval of Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche. Dr. David Wurmser,
This week on Mel & Floyd: Mel and Floyd are both on assignment this week, so SmartyPants gets an assist from Luthor and Saga; The latest on WIlly Street; Friendship bracelets at Camp David; In Wisconsin it's illegal to bet on an election IF you vote; And other random topics; Notice something missing? For the complete Mel and Floyd Experience, buy the CD “The Very Best of James Brown” and play it on your Hi-Fi while listening to this podcast! Or listen live at 89.9 FM or wortfm.org/listen-live/ every Friday from 1 to 2 PM Central Time. Photo courtesy Tolga Ahmetler on Unsplash Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post Caught in Cracker Barrel Purgatory appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.
President Donald Trump convenes a Cabinet meeting on Friday at his Camp David retreat. The agenda for the meeting will likely focus heavily on foreign policy.White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the 13th such meeting of the president's second term will be “a lot of fun and something different for the cabinet to experience together.”About 60,000 illegal immigrants have crossed from Morocco into Spain's tiny Ceuta territory in the past 24 hours, Ceuta's president said Friday, a figure that is equivalent to 70 percent of the population of the self-governing city in North Africa.“The situation that Ceuta is going through is absolutely unsustainable,” Ceutan President Juan Jesús Vivas told journalists. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited Ceuta on Friday and condemned the border breach, which he described as “a violation of Spain's territorial integrity.”
As today's show begins, President Trump is holding a Cabinet meeting at Camp David. Among the participants is Todd Blanche, the acting attorney general. He wants to drop the "acting" from his title and get confirmed by the Senate. But two Republican senators are blocking Blanche because the White House won't commit to killing the president's so-called anti-weaponization fund. And, rather than compromise, Trump says he'll pull the nomination for now and wait till next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
President Donald Trump held the 13th cabinet meeting of his second term, the first at Camp David. The president vowed to continue hitting Iran hard, adding that he is losing faith in Iran talks.Trump touted a historic peace deal for Gaza, confirming that terrorist group Hamas has agreed to a multi-phased disarmament plan. International troops are expected to assist with security while the plan is carried out.New estimates show that around 50,000 illegal immigrants stormed the Spanish city of Ceuta this week. That's the equivalent of more than half of the city's entire population. Over 50 died trying to cross the border.
Jon Herold spends Friday breaking down what he sees as a suspicious media push around footage of migrants overwhelming Spain's Moroccan border enclave, questioning the timing alongside a recently pinned Trump post praising Morocco's king. He also digs into the tense Todd Blanche confirmation saga with Senators Cornyn and Tillis, plays a few clips from Trump's televised Camp David meeting covering Iran talks and the newly announced Gaza disarmament agreement, and reacts to Hunter Biden's media appearance defending his business dealings, tying it back to the Burisma and Blue Star Strategies email trail. A caller named Med Beds joins for a discussion on media trust and information warfare. Other topics include a new CISA election security blueprint facing skepticism, and Gavin Newsom's tax return release. Sponsor reads, meetup details for Jupiter, Florida, and a lively chat session round out a busy Friday show.
Trump opens up Camp David for a cabinet meeting, a first in modern presidential history, and RFK Jr. gets a genuinely moving moment reminiscing about his uncle's visits there six decades ago. From there it's a full lap around the administration's wins: record stock market highs, Trump savings accounts topping 7 million sign ups, prescription drug prices dropping through the favored nation policy, and a fraud task force update with some seriously big dollar figures. JD Vance breaks down the International Criminal Court pushback, Marco Rubio covers Middle East diplomacy and hurricane relief in Venezuela, Pete Hegseth talks military rebuilding, and Scott Bessent runs through the economic numbers. The Q&A afterward wanders into Iran's dwindling military, Ukraine's Patriot missile request, a Minnesota cyber attack blame game, and a lingering controversy over a canceled compensation fund. It's a packed, wide ranging cabinet session with plenty of personality.
Dawn opens the show breaking down President Trump's latest posts on Truth Social, including his public callouts of Indiana Senate leadership and Texas Senator John Cornyn over the proposed J6 compensation fund. Dawn argues that the concept of a government weaponization fund should be expanded to help families, students, and small business owners who suffered economic and educational losses during the COVID era. The crew reacts to the latest national developments as Trump gathers his cabinet at Camp David, covering cabinet appointments, ongoing military actions in Venezuela, lower drug prices, and border security warnings tied to recent mass migration events in Spain. Dawn gets local with Pennsylvania State Treasurer Stacey Garrity, who joins the show to discuss her campaign for governor and her administration's first-of-its-kind payment accuracy audit that stopped hundreds of millions of dollars in improper state payments. Garrity breaks down her proposal to cut Pennsylvanians' utility bills by 25 percent in her first year, addressing the pressures on the PJM power grid and calling for a pause on AI data center expansion to protect local farmland, water resources, and taxpayers. She also details her platform to support military veterans through business tax credits, streamlined professional licensing, property tax relief, and the creation of a formal Gold Star family registry. Dawn and the crew react to state policy failures, including legislative inaction surrounding second-degree murder sentencing guidelines following state Supreme Court rulings. Dawn presses on the stark contrast in media coverage for conservative leaders and breaks down key global security reports from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, including international efforts to counter political violence and major diplomatic developments in the Middle East.
AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the status of the Iran war.
The Greg Kelly Show features a press conference with Donald Trump at Camp David, where he highlights the superiority of American military technology. Trump discusses the effectiveness of the Patriot and Tomahawk missile systems, while expressing caution about sharing such advanced technical secrets with foreign nations. Greg also critiques local New York governance and voices support for those he believes were unfairly targeted after the January 6th Capitol riots.
In Hour 2 of The Charlie James Show, host Charlie James calls on Republicans to show a real fighting spirit on conservative priorities like the SAVE America Act and eliminating the Senate filibuster, while reminding voters of South Carolina's absentee ballot deadlines. He then addresses national headlines, including suspected Iranian cyberattacks on Minnesota water systems, President Trump's televised cabinet meeting at Camp David, and recent polling showing declining support for the war in Iran. James directs sharp criticism at Senator Tim Scott for not joining colleagues in demanding that the Senate remain in session to pass key election integrity legislation. Finally, James breaks down a new Trafalgar Group poll showing Darlene Graham leading the South Carolina U.S. Senate primary at 27%, closely followed by Russell Fry and Ralph Norman at 17.4%, as he and callers debate whether Graham can appeal to conservative voters.
The segment opens with host Charlie James taking a call from Robin in Seneca, who asks about Christian voter screening resources, which James promises to look up. James then pivots to news reports detailing a cyberattack on Minnesota municipal water systems, noting investigators' suspicions of Iranian state-sponsored hackers. He plays audio of President Donald Trump at the first-ever televised cabinet meeting at Camp David, where Trump dismisses Iranian involvement and blames Minnesota officials for incompetence. Finally, James addresses recent polling showing that 64% of Americans—including a growing portion of Republicans—believe the war in Iran is not worth fighting. He urges the administration to complete the campaign decisively and bring troops home, cautioning that rising gas prices and drawn-out conflicts could severely impact Republicans in the upcoming midterms.
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Liderler Serisi'nin bu bölümünde Ömer Gemalmaz, Filistin davasının en tartışmalı ve etkili figürlerinden biri olan Yaser Arafat'ın hayatını ve mirasını anlatıyor.Yaser Arafat kimdi? Nasıl bir mücadele yürüttü? FKÖ'nün kuruluşundan silahlı direnişe, Oslo Anlaşmaları'ndan Camp David sürecine, Hamas'ın yükselişinden Arafat'ın düşen halk desteğine kadar birçok kritik dönüm noktasını bu videoda bulacaksınız.Peki İsrail'le neden kalıcı bir barış sağlanamadı? Arafat neden hem Batı'da hem Arap dünyasında eleştirildi? Ve gerçekten zehirlendi mi?
Caro und Miguel schließen ihre letzten offenen Tabs vor der Sommerpause. Miguel beschäftigt sich mit der Erfolgsgeschichte einer Marke, die bei deutschen Sommerurlaubern ebenso beliebt ist wie bei Dieter Bohlen: Camp David. Caro widmet sich verschiedenen Städte-Syndromen.tmt wünscht euch einen schönen Sommer und ist am 02. September wieder zurück☀️Bis dahin gibt's jede Woche eine neue Best-of-Folge für euch. Hörbuchtipp: „Die Odyssee – erzählt von Meike Rötzer“ https://1.ard.de/die_odyssee?cp=toomanytabsAuch zu tief im Netz gegraben? Schickt uns eure rabbit holes und offenen Tabs an toomanytabs@ndr.de.(00:00:00) Intro(00:19:47) camp david(00:38:32) städte-syndrome
Join us for a candid conversation with former First Lady Jill Biden about her life in the White House during a singular moment in US history — and her new memoir, View from the East Wing. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, in the shadow of the January 6 insurrection, Joe and Jill Biden arrived at the White House for one of the most complicated periods in recent American memory. A tireless advocate for women's health initiatives, military families, cancer prevention, and education, Dr. Biden also made history as the only First Lady to hold a career outside the East Wing as a community college professor. Now, in her new memoir, she reveals her experience of these deeply consequential four years for the first time — before, during, and after the unexpected ending to her husband's bid for re-election, setting the record straight and sharing her story in her own words. In her first live NYC interview, Biden tells her story — the unprecedented pressures of balancing the duties of the First Lady with her role in her family, behind the scenes stories from Camp David and Air Force One, how the Biden presidency changed the nation, what she saw leading up to President Biden's decision to drop out of the 2024 election, her unwavering faith in democracy and the American experiment, and much more.
The Israeli art restorer and spy Gabriel Allon is as real as George Smiley or Hercule Poirot. He even has his own Wikipedia page. The CNN special correspondent Jamie Gangel describes herself on X as a friend of Gabriel Allon before she gets around to mentioning her husband, the best-selling thriller writer Daniel Silva who, of course, is the creator of Allon. As with all successful literary inventions, of course, Silva is as much Allon as Allon is Silva. Silva-Allon. Amongst the most lucrative partnerships in contemporary fiction. Unsurprisingly, Silva still hasn't managed to kill off Allon. Twenty-six books into the series, the retired Mossad legend turned Venice art restorer is the truest fake spy in the business — a character so real that Silva, who seems to revel in his insularity, has to lock himself away from imagining how readers receive him. Or perhaps he's locking himself away from Allon. In Ransom, out today, a billionaire real estate baron asks Allon to find his vanished wife, the dazzling socialite Alice Winter — who has, of course, a darker life. Behind Silva's latest summer best-seller looms Russia's shadow war on Europe. That's the post-cold war cold war politics of Ransom. Unit 29155, the GRU's sabotage specialists, are hitting pipelines and flying drones over Copenhagen, an MI6 officer describes the Russians as feral animals, and Ransom's climax unfolds at an emergency Downing Street summit with Zelensky without the United States in the room. It's a terrifying narrative as real as Gabriel Allon. Five Takeaways • An Art Restorer Who Used to Be a Spy. Gabriel Allon was invented for one book — a 1999 novel inspired by the Camp David peace process, written like a demon in a cottage near Land's End — and was never meant to continue. Twenty-six books later, Silva has flipped the character's formula: once an operative whose cover was art restoration, Allon is now an art restorer who used to be a spy, formally retired and living in Venice. As for his age, Silva freezes time the way Christie froze Poirot: Allon is aging in reverse, quite intentionally, and Silva will write him for as long as people want to read him. • Russia's Shadow War on Europe. The serious spine of Ransom is the campaign of sabotage and subversion that Russia is waging against all of Western Europe — the GRU's Unit 29155 hitting pipelines, running hacking operations, and flying the drones that shut down Copenhagen Airport and pushed Denmark toward its highest state of alert. One MI6 officer tells Silva the Russians are acting like feral animals, and the worse the battlefield goes, the more aggressive the sabotage becomes. Silva has been here before: Moscow Rules put him ahead of the curve on Putin in 2008, and Allon's personal war with Putinism enters its latest round. • Writing an Israeli Hero After October 7. Allon is the old Israeli liberal establishment made flesh — secular, social-democratic, the Ashkenazi security elite whose surviving members now oppose the conduct of the war. Silva, an avowed two-stater, saw the change coming years before October 7: quoting his friend Richard Haass, this is not your parents' or grandparents' Israel. Allon, he insists, would never serve in a cabinet alongside far-right extremists like Ben-Gvir and Smotrich — and they wouldn't have him. What happened on October 7 was barbaric, Silva says, but this war has gone on far too long. • The Super Rich, With a Judgmental Eye. It's fun to write about the rich — the jets, the expensive toys, the glamour of Venice, Knightsbridge, and Ibiza — but Silva does it for a specific reason: to draw the contrast between how they live and how the rest of us live. A new global super elite is checking out from everyone else, he argues — unwilling to pay taxes, to educate the young, or to care for the sick — so Ransom balances the socialite's world against an encampment of homeless seasonal workers on Ibiza. Britain itself gets the same treatment: austerity, seven prime ministers in a decade, and shires where nobody is doing very well. • Pencils on the Floor. Silva calls himself a literary novelist masquerading as a thriller writer, and his working methods match the self-description: he lies on the floor and writes with pencils, keeping technology as far from the work as possible. AI appears in Ransom only because the plot demanded it — a proof-of-life photograph that has to be checked for deepfakery, in a world where even presidents fake pictures. The thought of asking AI to write for him prompts a simple question: what would be the point? A book a year since 1997, and book 27 began the day after this one was finished. About the Guest Daniel Silva is the award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author of twenty-six Gabriel Allon novels, including The Kill Artist, Moscow Rules, Portrait of an Unknown Woman, A Death in Cornwall, and An Inside Job. His books are published in more than thirty countries. He lives in Florida with his wife, CNN special correspondent Jamie Gangel — who describes herself on X as a friend of Gabriel Allon before mentioning her husband. His new novel is Ransom (HarperCollins, July 14, 2026). References: • Ransom by Daniel Silva (HarperCollins, July 14, 2026) — book 26 of the Gabriel Allon series. James Patterson: “Silva can really write, the bastard.” • Moscow Rules (2008) — the novel Silva is proudest of, which put him ahead of the curve on Putin and began Allon's personal war with the Russian secret services. • The Kill Artist (2001) — Allon's first appearance, inspired by the Camp David peace process and written in a rented cottage near Land's End. • Unit 29155 — the real GRU sabotage unit behind the pipeline attacks, hacking operations, and drone incursions that drive the novel's plot, including the 2025 shutdown of Copenhagen Airport. • John le Carré — whose George Smiley, Silva concedes, needs no advice from Gabriel Allon, though the two would have got on had they met on Bywater Street. • Richard Haass — the foreign policy analyst and friend of Silva's whose line frames the Israel discussion: this is not your parents' or your grandparents' Israel any longer. About Keen On America Nobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States — hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 3,000 episodes since the show launched on...
In this explosive long‑form debate, Jillian Michaels hosts Nick Matau (pro‑Israel) and Ben Burgis (pro‑Palestine) for a no‑holds‑barred clash over the most controversial questions on earth: Who really owns the land? Is a one‑state solutionwith equal rights even possible, or is the two‑state solution dead forever? Are Palestinians permanent second‑class non‑citizens under Israeli rule, and does international law actually back the “occupation” claim – or is that all propaganda? Nick Matau argues that Israel is a besieged democracy fighting for survival, defending Jewish self‑determination, security, and the legitimacy of Israeli control over Judea and Samaria/West Bank, while rejecting claims that Israel is genocidal or racist. Ben Burgis counters that Israel has effectively built a single state “from the river to the sea” where millions of Palestinians live as subjects, not citizens, comparing the system to South African apartheid and challenging the morality and legality of occupation, settlement expansion, and ethnic discrimination. Together, they dig into the Oslo Accords, Camp David, the Green Line, settlement blocs, Gaza, Jerusalem, the Hamas charter, and whether “genocide in Gaza” is a legal reality or a weaponized slogan. They argue over whether Palestinians have truly been offered a viable state, if 1967 borders matter under international law, and if granting full citizenship to millions of Palestinians would destroy the Jewish character of Israel or finally deliver justice and peace. Watch this uncensored conversation if you're searching for: “Nick Matau Israel debate”, “Ben Burgis Palestine debate”, “Israel Palestine debate podcast”, “Israel Gaza war explained”, “Israel apartheid or self‑defense”, “one‑state vs two‑state solution”, “is it genocide in Gaza”, "Is Zionism colonization", "Is anti-zionism antisemitism”? Watch and decide for yourself! Is a one-state democratic solution the only way out, or is partition the only answer? Let's debate in the comments—keep it civil.
Jack tries to land a CNN breaking news gig while Brian delivers the most unhinged history lesson ever recorded. From the legendary Iranian trouser cough that almost derailed peace talks in Geneva, to Stalin's secret plan to flatten Poland with buses full of fat Siberians, David Blaine's magic tricks at Camp David, and Oppenheimer's alternate ending as the Pacific's most successful fish bomber. qmpodcast.com
Originally recorded and released on June 22, 2026.Join Amanda Grace as she analyzes current world events through a prophetic lens. From President Trump's visit to Camp David, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resignation and ongoing tensions involving Iran. What does this mean for the Body of Christ in this season? NEW! Prayer Lines now available Mon - Fri, 9am-5pm ET. CALL 845-743-6500 or 845-743-2583The Revelationary War is available NOW! Get your copy here: https://buff.ly/4fnuDd7Preorder Amanda's second book, Brace for Impact: https://buff.ly/PiQgPcEMusic Copyright References:-131615741-Awards Inspirational Cinematic Music (Short 3) [Upbeat Nomination Epic Orchestra] Stock Media provided by JadSound / Pond5-21981893-Corporate And Inspirational Cinematic Background Music (1.00 Minutes Version) Stock Media provided by StockAudios / Pond5-151471022-Uplifting Inspirational CorporateStock Media provided by Patrick_Schlebes / Pond5-154756307-Magic Fireflies Loop Version2(Modern And Relaxing Background) Stock Media provided by Lesya_NZ / Pond5-123859534-Successful Product Presentation 60S - P5 Stock Media provided by Wolfgangwoehrle / Pond5-105166597-Believe in You (Inspirational And Uplifting)- P5 Stock Media provided by DivaProductionMusic / Pond5Music License: https://www.pond5.com/legal/license/20230221Purchase ID/Date: 7365245 / 9-29-2023Website: https://arkofgrace.orgPrayer Requests: https://arkofgrace.org/prayer-requestsDonate: https://arkofgrace.org/donatePartners: https://arkofgrace.org/ministry-partners
-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump posts repeatedly about alleged vandalism at the Reflecting Pool, despite no evidence, and demands accountability -- David launches his new book, "Pay Attention: How the Algorithms and Media Wars Are Suppressing Truth and Rewiring Your Brain." Pre-order now at: davidpakman.com/attention -- Donald Trump shares a photograph believed to have been taken at Camp David and refers to the woman pictured as a great daughter -- Questions about post-Trump succession grow as JD Vance faces mounting scrutiny and Marco Rubio gains traction -- New polling shows support weakening in states that have historically backed Donald Trump by large margins -- Fox News prepares for a post-Trump era, emphasized by its recent focus on broader conservative themes rather than Trump-focused stories -- Growing doubts emerge about whether JD Vance can become Trump's successor as Republicans question his ability to energize the movement -- On the Bonus Show: Keir Starmer out as UK prime minister, a Trump-backed candidate wins the Colombian election, Trump's Qatari jet arrives in US, and much more...
In this episode, Nihal El Aasar returns to this podcast to discuss the competing progressive alternatives in the Arab world prior to the establishment of the State of Israel. Arab attempts to join capitalist systems were obstructed by British and Zionist colonial power, leading to the maintenance of a hegemonic state. We also reference the Union of Arab States and the role of the Zionist entity in hindering regional development. Gamal Abdel Nasser and other leaders in Egypt attempted to create a sovereign economic and political space through nationalist projects. This was actively resisted by Western powers and seen as a threat to imperialist interests. The theory of dependency, as developed by Samir Amin, highlights how underdevelopment in the global South is the result of the expansion of global capital. Nihal argues that while Nasser's project was popular and supported by the masses, his distrust in popular participation and repressive actions against intellectuals helped prevent the project from fully being actualized. The formation of Israel was intertwined with Western efforts to manage the political future of the so-called Middle Eastern region. Israel has hindered the Arab modernization project and has negatively affected the surrounding countries. We discuss how Israel exists in the region to halt the potential of the Arab people as a whole. This is done through repression, impoverishment, and preventing economic prosperity. The U.S. interests in extraction and controlling resources in the region also play a role in this. Apart from that, we meditate on Egypt's early 20th century role as a leader in the Arab world and the expectations placed on its military and economy for stability and development being largely shaped by its history of conflict with Israel and the continued presence of Zionism in the region. The military's control of the economy, rise of religious fundamentalism, and prevalence of conspiracy theories can all be traced back to this relationship. Additionally, Egypt's 20th century development was and continued to be hindered by both structural pressures from outside and its own struggle with overextension as a newly decolonized nation. The working class in Egypt consisted mainly of peasants who were oppressed under the Egyptian monarchy. Land reforms were necessary for progress and industrialization was slowly taking place. From the start, Egyptian nationalism was formed in opposition to Zionism. Nasser faced challenges from the US and its allies and had to build up the Egyptian military in response. We discuss how the nationalization of the Suez Canal and the creation of the United Arab Republic were unprecedented events, but internal struggles and external interference ultimately led to its downfall. The Gulf monarchies have also been deeply intertwined with imperial and capitalist interests since their founding, making them a natural opposition to Arab socialist and progressive projects. The 1973 oil embargo, El Aasar argues, was the last major act of Arab unity but was not an altruistic act of solidarity. The embargo affirmed the importance of the petrodollar for the US and was influential in bringing about the Camp David Accords, which aimed to consolidate the petrodollar and move Egypt fully from the Soviet camp to that of the United States. We meditate on the significance of Camp David and the 1978 peace treaty between Egypt and Israel, arguing that it represents a betrayal of Egyptian sovereignty and a move towards neoliberalism and repression. She also highlights how this has instilled a defeatist mindset in Egyptians and led to ongoing struggles with poverty and domestic warfare. She argues that the current regime in Egypt is a continuation of the "Camp David Republic" and that the promised benefits of peace, such as prosperity and political openness, have been left unfulfilled. If you like what we do and want to support our ability to have more conversations like this. Please consider becoming a Patron. You can do so for as little as a 1 Dollar a month and you will gain access to our Discord. Nihal is an Egyptian writer, researcher, political analyst, radio host and DJ. She has written about politics, political economy, culture, literature and music in several publications including The Baffler, The Transnational Institute, Verso, Jacobin, Tribune, Parapraxis, Mundial, Art Review, The Wire, Protean, Novara media, and others, as well as authoring a book chapter about Egyptian political economy and consulting on related issues. "The Condition for Freedom Is for the Egyptian Masses to Take to the Streets"Egypt's Centrality in the Struggle for Palestine" by Nihal El Aasar Episode artwork includes an artificially colorized version of this photo: "Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin acknowledge applause during a Joint Session of Congress in which President Jimmy Carter announced the results of the Camp David Accords." full credit information here: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sadat_and_Begin_clean3.jpg
President Trump heads to Camp David with his cabinet, chaos at the detention center, JD Vance praises the Pope, the most patriotic places in America, and the richest counties in the country. Plus, the Message of the Day, suicidal empathy in the west. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Camp David is awesome. But not all presidents have liked it. We'll dig into this historic property in today's episiode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.