Podcasts about Capitol Hill

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument has been the target of U.S. Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT). He has been looking to undo a Biden-era resource management plan, meant to focus on conservation and consultation with tribes. That effort has failed for now. KJZZ's Gabriel Pietrorazio has more. Using the Congressional Review Act, lawmakers on Capitol Hill could've killed the plan with a simple majority vote from the Senate floor, but that 60-day window has closed. Erik Stanfield is senior anthropologist with the Navajo Nation Heritage and Historic Preservation Department. “Some people think it's a win – and I suppose in some sense it is, but I don't feel excited about it, because I do think there’s more coming. We've just thrown away something that could be another weapon.” He helped shape this years-long process. An executive order could still downsize the national monument – significant to Navajos, Hopis, Zunis, Utes, and Paiutes. Together, they formed an inter-tribal coalition. “Having to respond to this really strengthened the coalition. It bonded the group a little bit better, we organized and that's going to persist.” FBI agent Christopher Dotson explains Operation Ballistic Backlog. (Photo: C.J. Keene / SDPB) Authorities are looking for methods to close gaps preventing justice from being served when violent crimes happen on reservation settings. Now, the FBI, ATF, and tribal law enforcement are doubling down on these efforts. South Dakota Public Broadcasting's C.J. Keene reports. They are calling it Operation Ballistic Backlog – and it falls under the ongoing effort Operation Steadfast Promise which is aiming to solve cases that have troubled reservations and Native communities for decades. To put it simply, firearms leave something of a ballistic fingerprint which can be traced if and only if prior uses of that firearm are documented into an ATF database. At the Rapid City FBI branch office, agent Christopher Dotson goes into detail. “In South Dakota, Operation Ballistic Backlog is an initiative that is unique to the Pine Ridge Reservation. This initiative came about when we recognized an opportunity to work with our partners with the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety who had hundreds of firearms in their custody that we could help test against evidence found at various crime scenes. This cache of weapons could be tested and entered into the ATF's national integrated ballistic network – known as NIBIN. Dotson is the special agent in charge of the Minneapolis Field Office, which covers Minnesota and the Dakotas. “What makes this initiative exciting is the potential to connect these guns to unresolved crimes on the Pine Ridge Reservation and elsewhere.” This comes as the FBI announced a new reward for information in the search for a suspect in the death of six-year-old Logan Warrior Goings, who was murdered in his Oglala family home. “Weeks later, a gun firing the same kind of ammunition used in Logan's murder was located well away from the crime scene. Ballistic testing connected that gun to the murder of little Logan – and that is a key piece of evidence. Last week, the FBI offered a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for Logan's senseless murder. Somebody out there knows something.” In total, over 500 firearms are now slated to be tested for potential links to cases across the nation. Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out today’s Native America Calling episode Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — Gloves off: Native bare-knuckle boxers fight for recognition in the ring

After decades hidden inside a metal box, more than 2,000 never-before-seen photos from the 1989 Tiananmen Square Massacre have been released to The Epoch Times. Visit https://rise.tv for more exclusive content! Visit https://metaphysicalcoffee.com for coffee that's out of this world! Hidden History: The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) tried to cover up the death and destruction that followed the month-long pro-democracy protests. But now, we can see these images for the first time. UFO News: In the wake of Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day, lawmakers are bringing military whistleblowers and UAP experiencers to Capitol Hill. Why? To pressure the federal government into releasing more physical evidence of nonhuman intelligence—or alien life—and even reverse-engineered spacecraft. One US representative actually mentioned the possibility of Stargate technology and why there is so much resistance with the “Military Industrial Complex.” Cryptid Sighting: A group of campers claimed that they not only saw a Sashquash or Bigfoot, but they also went looking for and shot at it. Join Ben Chasteen and Rob Counts on this Edge of Wonder Live as they cover all of this plus the Bendela Effect and the Metaphysical Minute segments. Rise.TV Exclusive: During the “Dig Deep” Live Q&A, ask Ben and Rob your questions directly. In the fan-favorite Top 10 Weirder News of the Week, hear hilarious and bizarre stories to end your week on a high note. And as always, see you out… on the edge! Telegram – https://t.me/risetvofficial
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President Donald Trump's ceasefire with Iran is perhaps the most critical moment of his presidency — but will it serve as a potential pivot point for the endangered Republican majorities on Capitol Hill? Jake discusses the latest on Trump's Iran deal in Congress. Plus, an early look at the book that's riling House GOP leadership. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at ⁠⁠punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Carolyn Lee, President of The Manufacturing Institute, the workforce development and education affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers. Carolyn grew up in a manufacturing family on Long Island and spent years on Capitol Hill before taking the helm of the MI in 2017. Tammy and Carolyn dig into the widening gap between AI adoption at the executive level and awareness on the shop floor, and why closing it is the defining challenge for American manufacturing right now. They also unpack the fear factor driving resistance to change and Carolyn announces the forthcoming AI for Manufacturing 101 curriculum to help manufacturers who are at risk of falling behind. Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATALinks:Carolyn LeeThe Manufacturing Institute - AI Skills Training Learn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“It's easy to hate things you don't understand.” Two minutes. Real impact. Leave a review:  lovethepodcast.com/politicsandreligion Kristin Wilson spent three decades producing Washington coverage, including a decade running CNN's Capitol Hill unit, with stops at NBC, CBS, Nightline, the BBC, and Fox News. Now she's co-founder and executive producer of 535, a journalist-founded, nonpartisan newsroom built to cover the policy of Congress. The conversation gets into what gets lost when the cameras chase conflict, why bipartisan work still happens when no one is looking, and how seeing legislators as people makes them harder to write off. Calls to Action ✅ If this episode resonates, consider sharing it with someone who might need a reminder that disagreement doesn't have to mean dehumanization. ✅ Check out our Substack: coreysnathan.substack.com ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: lovethepodcast.com/politicsandreligion ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion Key Takeaways Policy is the story. 535 covers the appropriations fights, committee work, and behind-the-scenes deals that move real money and shape real lives. It's harder to dislike people up close. Watch members talk about what they care about, and the cartoon version gets harder to hold onto. The aisle still gets crossed. From steak invitations to co-sponsored bills, members find ways to work together when they decide to. Ask, then listen. Kristin's whole craft comes down to asking a real question and actually hearing the answer. About Our Guest Kristin Wilson is co-founder and executive producer of 535, a new kind of newsroom for the policy of Congress. Over nearly 30 years she led CNN's Hill coverage and produced for NBC, CBS, Nightline, the BBC, and Fox News. Links and Resources 535 - 535.news Kristin Wilson - @kristin-wilson Grateful to our friends at The Democracy Group - www.democracygroup.org Connect on Social Media Corey is @coreysnathan on all the socials... Substack LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter Threads Bluesky TikTok Clarity, charity, and conviction can live in the same room. Yes, really.

Dr. Peter Sorensen joins hosts Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Johanna Richey for a wide-ranging conversation about artificial intelligence in podiatric education and practice. Recorded as Sorensen finishes his second year of residency at Ascension St. Vincent in Indianapolis, the episode traces his path from a college ankle fracture into the profession, through his early experiments with ChatGPT in 2022, and into the platform he now builds for students and residents.This episode is sponsored by Bako Diagnostics!The importance of using AI responsibly is Dr. Sorensen's main message. He and the hosts discuss how to let AI save time and sharpen thinking without quietly eroding the skills that make a good clinician and surgeon. Along the way the conversation turns to hallucinations and active learning, the risk of “de-skilling,” AI as a thought partner, and how these tools can lower the steep barrier to entry into organized podiatry.Sorensen started using ChatGPT the week OpenAI released it to the public in November 2022, while he was still in podiatry school. The early versions, he admits, let him down — they couldn't even browse the internet in real time — but he kept a running mental list of things he wished the tools could do. Over the last several months, he says, the capabilities finally caught up to those ideas.The most quoted idea in the episode is also its most countercultural: skepticism isn't a reason to avoid AI — it's the reason to use it. “I always tell people to always doubt the output of AI,” Sorensen says, because hallucinations are real. But that doubt, he argues, turns a passive user into an active learner. If something feels off, you go to the primary source, and modern tools are increasingly good at telling you where their claims came from.The hosts press on the harder question — cognitive offloading, or “de-skilling.” Dr. Richey makes the point that real learning has to be a little hard: “We can't biohack knowledge, but we can make it more accessible.” She and Jensen return to a distinction they've discussed before — that knowledge is becoming a commodity in the palm of our hands, while wisdom is not. Sorensen agrees that the journey matters more than the destination, and that offloading every hard thing would leave the next generation unable to do the work. His answer isn't to abstain; it's to be intentional.Beyond time saved, Sorensen describes the use case he now values most: a thought partner. Claude, he says, is his go-to here — a soundboard that helps him clarify what he actually thinks while keeping the ideas his own. As a senior resident beginning to form his own positions on patient care and professional politics, he finds the tools useful for clearing mental clutter and organizing scattered thoughts into something coherent.He speaks from recent experience. Through the APMA Emerging Leaders Program, he traveled to Washington, D.C., to advocate on Capitol Hill, and came away struck by the tireless, often-underappreciated work that actually moves the needle — including the efforts of APMA staff. Attending the House of Delegates as a young physician observer was, he says, one of his most eye-opening experiences, and also where he started using Claude in earnest, to make sense of what he was watching.About Dr. Peter SorensenPeter Sorensen, DPM, MHA, is a podiatric surgery resident at Ascension St. Vincent in Indianapolis. He earned his DPM and MHA from Des Moines University (graduating in 2024) and holds a BA in Spanish from Southern Utah University; he previously worked as a medical Spanish interpreter. He is a member of the APMA Emerging Leaders Program and served on the APMA Re-imagining Education Task Force. He is the publisher of The Guidewire, where he writes about artificial intelligence in podiatric medicine and works to lower the barrier to entry into the profession for students and residents.

David Grusch made some bold claims last Tuesday on Capitol Hill. Well he is back again on the news this week not only giving details of the recovery program that the US has but he claims he has seen them. What does this mean moving forward for Disclosure if anything? Kristian Harloff gives his thoughts. #uap #ufo #ufos #uaps #alien #aliens #crash #news  NOCD:  Visit http://www.NOCD.com to book a free 15-minute call. 

Last August, an alarming, high-profile audit of King County's Department of Community and Human Services' spending on “high-risk” youth program providers found widespread problems and indications of potential fraud. So now, 10 months later, has DCHS been able to clean up the issues that led to the serious internal control problems the audit surfaced? New DCHS Director Susan McLaughlin joins Erica and Sandeep (while David is away) to make the case that DCHS is back on track. The agency is now emphasizing “a culture of accountability,” McLaughlin tells us, and is implementing new supports for smaller community-based organizations to document their work. McLaughlin also expresses strong opposition to a recent proposal from King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski that would require the council to directly approve all spending under the county's Best Starts for Kids program, saying his proposed approach would “have devastating impacts” by bottlenecking DCHS' work.   Going beyond the audit aftermath, McLaughlin tells us that she is confident that DCHS is ready to provide oversight of homelessness services contracts if County Executive Zahilay and Seattle Mayor Wilson decide to claw back those contracts from the troubled King County Regional Homelessness Authority (as they're rumored to be planning), and shares insights about what DCHS learned from the contentious process of siting its new Seattle crisis care clinic on Capitol Hill.Send us a text! Note that we can only respond directly to emails realseattlenice@gmail.comThanks to Uncle Ike's pot shop for sponsoring this week's episode! If you want to advertise please contact us at realseattlenice@gmail.comSupport the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice. 

What if the most important care in the entire healthcare system is also the most underfunded? While hospitals and inpatient reimbursements rise with inflation, the physician fee schedule has quietly declined roughly 33% in real terms over 25 years — and this year it's facing another cut. In this episode, Jamie Preston sits down with Your Health CEO Matt Staub, just back from Capitol Hill, where he spent a record-setting 95-degree day meeting with seven legislative offices to advocate for physicians, providers, and the patients they serve across rural South Carolina, Georgia, and beyond. What follows is part field report, part reflection on why preventive primary care saves money and lives — and why we plan meticulously for weddings, retirement, and vacations, but treat our own health with a "call us if something happens" approach. In this conversation: Why a 2.5–5% physician fee cut hits frontline rural practices hardest The bipartisan doctors' caucus and the real appetite for reform Why winning can come from a loss — the Kobe Bryant mindset on process over outcome How a Disney ride (Spaceship Earth) reframes humanity's whole story around communication The case for proactive, team-based primary care over reactive sick visits Press play for a conversation about advocacy, communication, and a simple, powerful idea: the change you need to make starts with you.

Chairman Bryan Steil, representative for Wisconsin's First Congressional District and Chairman of the Committee on House Administration, joined us on the Guy Benson Show today to discuss last week's ActBlue hearings on Capitol Hill. Chairman Steil discussed how ActBlue created an environment that was so easy for fraud to take place, as well as the CEO of ActBlue's refusal to answer questions posed by the committee. Benson and Steil also discussed the potential for a third reconciliation bill, the latest on the dela in Iran, and more, and you can listen to the full interview below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump says the United States and Iran are close to finalizing an agreement to end the war, but major disagreements remain. Iran is demanding an Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that won't happen. We hear from both leaders on the latest developments. Plus, the Senate returns to Washington with a possible extension of FISA surveillance authorities and the nomination of Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence on the agenda. Senate leaders weigh in on what's ahead this week on Capitol Hill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Federal funding, workforce capacity, grant administration, and the future of public health programs are all under scrutiny in Washington.  ASTHO senior analyst for government affairs, Catherine Jones, breaks down Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s FY27 budget hearings, where lawmakers examined proposed reductions to HHS funding and questioned how cuts to public health programs align with the administration's Make America Healthy Again agenda. Catherine discusses concerns surrounding maternal and child health, data collection, environmental health, workforce reductions, rural health needs, and the long-term implications for public health infrastructure.  Then, ASTHO vice president of government affairs, Jeffrey Ekoma, reviews a recent Legislative Alert. He explains developments in congressional appropriations, pending public health leadership nominations, proposed changes to federal grant regulations, and the possibility of another reconciliation package before the end of the year. He also shares what state and territorial health officials should be watching as Congress navigates funding decisions and prepares for a post-midterm legislative landscape.Congressional Hearings Feature Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., on FY27 Budget: April 2026 | ASTHOStrengthening Academic Health Department Partnerships: Workforce Pathways in CaliforniaSafe States Annual Conference - Safe States Alliance

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott examines the day’s biggest political, cultural, and international stories, beginning with a look back at George Washington’s appointment as commander of the Continental Army before diving into the latest developments surrounding a potential Iran peace deal, enforcement actions targeting Tren de Aragua, and the cultural debate surrounding Major League Baseball’s Pride initiatives. The show also previewed key elections in Georgia, Alabama, and Oklahoma, with Rep. Barry Moore joining to discuss Alabama’s closely watched Senate runoff and its implications for Republicans heading into 2026. Later, News Nation’s Leland Vittert joined Scott to analyze the day’s top headlines and reflect on themes from his book Born Lucky, while Rep. Carlos Giménez discussed immigration, national security, and developments on Capitol Hill. https://www.chevron.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

That question, and concerns about nutrition programs, food safety oversight and packaging mandates, was at the center of the produce industry's lobbying push on Capitol Hill last week

DC EKG with Joe Grogan Episode 137: Tax Expenditures, 340 B Drug Pricing, and Kidney Donation Reform Air Date: June 15, 2026 Episode DescriptionIn this episode, Joe Grogan sits down with Dr. Ike Brannon, President of Capital Policy Analytics and Senior Fellow at the Jack Kemp Foundation, to discuss hidden tax expenditures, the 340 B drug pricing program, and innovative solutions to the kidney shortage crisis. Dr. Brannon brings decades of Capitol Hill experience, including roles as chief economist of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and senior advisor to Senator Orrin Hatch. He and co-author Tony LoSasso recently published groundbreaking research in Health Affairs Forefront arguing that the 340 B drug pricing program should be classified as a hidden tax expenditure costing the federal government 15 to 20 billion dollars annually. The conversation covers how the 340 B program evolved from providing discounted drugs to uninsured patients into a massive subsidy for nonprofit institutions with little benefit to poor patients. Dr. Brannon explains how the same drug acquired at a 340 B discount often results in full commercial copays for patients. Joe and Dr. Brannon explore other problematic tax expenditures including the mortgage interest deduction, employer health insurance exclusion, and credit union tax breaks. The episode pivots to Dr. Branons passionate work on kidney donation reform. Forty-five thousand Americans die annually from end stage renal failure due to kidney shortage, disproportionately affecting African Americans. Dr. Brannon advocates for fully reimbursing kidney donors for all expenses. Key Topics340 B drug pricing program, tax expenditures, pharmaceutical discounts, nonprofit hospitals, mortgage interest deduction, kidney donation, end stage renal failure, organ shortage, entitlement reform, social security, Medicare, federal deficit, health economics Key Timestamps 0:00 Opening: What should be in a reconciliation bill?4:38 The 340 B drug pricing program explained13:54 How the 340 B discount does not reach patients20:13 Mortgage interest deduction: the most irritating tax break31:00 Prospects for reconciliation under Trump administration34:57 The kidney donation crisis: 45,000 deaths per year39:02 How kidney donation reimbursement would work40:00 Would you allow kidney sales? The ethical debate45:13 Final thoughts About the GuestDr. Ike Brannon is President of Capital Policy Analytics and Senior Fellow at the Jack Kemp Foundation. He holds a PhD in Economics from Indiana University. Dr. Brannon served as chief economist of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, senior advisor to Senator Orrin Hatch on tax and trade policy, and has worked at the Congressional Joint Economic Committee, Treasury Department, and for the McCain presidential campaign. He is founder of the Prosperity Caucus and focuses on growth-oriented economic policy and healthcare innovation. Featured ResearchThe 340 B Drug Pricing Program is a Hidden Tax ExpenditureHealth Affairs Forefront, April 24, 2026Co-authored by Ike Brannon and Tony LoSassohttps://www.healthaffairs.org/content/forefront/340b-drug-pricing-program-hidden-tax-expenditure Podcast: DC EKG with Joe GroganEpisode: 137Guest: Dr. Ike Brannon Sponsor: Survivors for SolutionsProducer: Stay on Course StudiosExecutive Producer: John CZ Czwartacki, DC EKG Podcast

Thank you so much for listening to the Bob Harden Show, celebrating nearly 15 years broadcasting on the internet. On Monday's show, we visit with the Leader of the Regulatory Studies program at GW William Yeatman about proposed legislation on Capitol Hill as well as the fragile financial state of Social Security. Author of Subtack column, “Against the Left” Patrick Carroll and I discuss the public distain for data centers. AIER,org Senior Editor Jon Miltimore and I discuss the little-known but intriguing relationship between Alexander Hamilton and George Washington. We also visit with author Jim McTague about his expectation for the increased use of artificial intelligence in politics. We have terrific guests for tomorrow's show, including Marc Schulman, Founder and Publisher of HistoryCentral.com, Young Voices Content Creator Maggie Anders, and Linda Harden. Access this and past shows at your convenience on my web site, social media platforms or podcast platforms.

Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share the week's top stories in agriculture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ActBlue faces tough questions on Capitol Hill, the SPLC gets grilled over its tactics, Ron Klain sparks backlash with his defense of Graham Platner, and World Cup visitors discover what makes America unique. Plus, Senator Eric Schmitt joins the fellas after his viral Congressional Baseball Game highlight. #RuthlessPodcast #Politics #ActBlue #WorldCup #EricSchmitt00:02:50 ActBlue CEO Pleads the Fifth in Explosive House Hearing 00:12:25 House Republicans Turn Up Pressure on ActBlue Investigation 00:13:50 Southern Poverty Law Center Grilled Over Racism Allegations 00:22:45 Jim Jordan Confronts SPLC Over Encouraging Attendance at Hate Rallies 00:29:47 Ron Klain's Defense of Graham Platner Sparks Outrage 00:38:25 Europeans Discover America and Can't Believe What They Find 00:43:17 NYC Democrat Candidate Picks Team CDC Over Team USA 00:49:02 What Would Actually Get a Democrat Candidate Dropped? 00:51:54 Senator Eric Schmitt on His Viral Congressional Baseball Catch 01:00:20 Eric Schmitt's Plan to Fix College Sports and NIL Chaos 01:11:08 #RuthlessPodcast #Politics #ActBlue #WorldCup #EricSchmitt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THE SQUAD: Ilhan Omar Meltdown on Capitol Hill.

Support todays Sponsor - Need help hitting your weightloss goals? hims.com/thatufoAndy is joined by investigative filmmaker and journalist Jeremy Corbell for a wide-ranging conversation on the latest UAP developments, government video releases, whistleblowers, Congress, David Grusch, Sleeping Dog, and what may still be hidden from the public.Jeremy discusses the recent UAP video drops, why he says the footage released so far is only a fraction of what exists, how he and George Knapp have helped point Congress toward specific files, and why he believes the public has still not seen the strongest evidence.They also get into the whistleblower process, the pressure faced by those coming forward, Matthew Brown, Dylan Borland, Vanguard, Capitol Hill, media coverage, and why Corbell believes public pressure remains vital to moving this issue forward.A serious and at times intense conversation about UAP transparency, accountability, and the fight to gethttps://www.sleepingdogmovie.com/

Breaking news: War.gov/UFO has released its third batch of UAP files, videos and NASA audio but does Release 3.0 actually move the conversation forward?Andy breaks down the new drop, including six newly released videos, several NASA audio files, and a batch of FBI, CIA, Department of War and AARO-linked documents. The headline themes this time are orbs, “plasma” sphere reports, digital recreations, and a notable Cheyenne Mountain/Fort Carson case involving a strange white, oval object witnessed by a former Army intelligence officer and others.But after the expectations set by Capitol Hill, David Grusch, the UAP Caucus and recent whistleblower momentum, this release raises a bigger question: is this transparency, or managed disappointment?A rapid reaction to Release 3.0, what stands out, what doesn't, and why this may tell us where the official UFO file drops are really heading.

Next week sees the release of a new Supergirl movie, so for this week's Sewers of Paris we're diving into the archives to revisit my 2020 interview with artist Joe Philips. Joe's illustrations of handsome, happy gay men were some of the first glimpses I got of gay life, back in the 90s when I was a teenager exploring the Internet. I remember finding his art both sexy and wholesome, showing scantily-clad young men in romantic scenes. It wasn't until a few years later that I learned about his work on mainstream superhero comics … and his more erotic artwork. Joe's portfolio spans a wide variety of settings and themes, not unlike his childhood, which spanned rural farms and big cities, with influences that include classic TV, Broadway musicals, church, and his grandmother: A practicing witch.We'll have that interview in a moment. First a quick reminder that I host weekly livestreams every Sunday on Twitch, and I hope you'll join me for those. Plus — check out my book Hi Honey, I'm Homo! at GaySitcoms.com; subscribe to my email newsletter at MattBaume.com, and if you're enjoying The Sewers of Paris, support the show on Patreon at Patreon.com/mattbaume. Also, if you're in Seattle, I'm hosting a live talk about coming-out scenes this Monday, June 22! It's at Elliott Bay Books on Capitol Hill, and tickets are free. More info on my website at mattbaume.com/events.

Bill Gates arrived on Capitol Hill for a closed-door, transcribed interview with the House Oversight Committee as lawmakers continued digging into Jeffrey Epstein's network, the government's handling of the case, and the powerful figures who remained in Epstein's orbit after his 2008 conviction. Gates told reporters he was there to cooperate and, according to his prepared remarks and subsequent reporting, described his meetings with Epstein as a “grave error in judgment.” He maintained that he never witnessed or participated in Epstein's criminal conduct, never visited Epstein's island, and believed at the time that Epstein might help raise money for global health and philanthropic projects. Gates has not been accused of criminal wrongdoing, but his repeated contact with Epstein after Epstein was already a convicted sex offender has remained a major reputational problem.The most explosive part of the interview was Gates' claim that Epstein tried to use knowledge of Gates' marital infidelities as leverage to keep him close and pressure him into continued contact. Gates framed Epstein as manipulative and said he now regrets giving Epstein credibility by meeting with him at all, while lawmakers focused on why Epstein was able to keep attracting access to billionaires, institutions, and philanthropic circles long after his criminal history was public. The hearing placed Gates inside the broader congressional effort to map Epstein's influence network, including who met with him, who benefited from his access, and how he used proximity to elite figures to rehabilitate himself. In plain terms, Gates tried to present himself as someone Epstein misled and tried to exploit, while Congress used the interview to examine how someone like Epstein kept buying legitimacy through powerful people.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Bill Gates arrives on Capitol Hill for closed door Jeffrey Epstein interview

Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse provides insight into the Iranian Foreign Minister's statement that a deal with the U.S. is almost final and reviews the Capitol Hill debates over extending the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. Glenn

Some of the most interesting conversations I've had on this show are the ones where I'm actually talking to a peer — someone who's been doing this work at the same time I have, in the same city, navigating the same chaos.That's this episode.Deirdre Walsh has been covering Capitol Hill since 2006 — CNN first, then NPR, now NOTUS, where she's helping lead a newsroom that is genuinely doing something different. I've known Deirdre for years, and this is one of those conversations where I kept thinking: more people should hear this.We got into a lot of things. How being a parent changed the stories she pitched — when Congress was debating a social media bill and she was simultaneously fighting her teenager about Discord, she knew that story from the inside in a way no briefing book could give her. The camaraderie of the Capitol Hill press corps — the informal COVID pool, the shared files, the reporter-to-reporter trust that outsiders almost never see. The shrinking number of members she can trust not to spin her, and why that matters more than it might seem.And a few things that surprised even me. There is a pickleball court on the fifth floor of the Dirksen Senate Office Building. Ted Cruz plays basketball there. Kirsten Gillibrand plays tennis. The Pickleball Caucus has converted it twice a week. I did not know this.But the story I keep thinking about is the STOCK Act loophole she cracked in 2012. She covered the bill for months. A source offhandedly mentioned that the House and Senate were interpreting the rules differently. She started pulling on that thread with her colleague Dana Bash. What they found: one chamber's interpretation let congressional spouses trade on insider knowledge without ever having to disclose it. They reported it. Congress closed the loophole a few days later. “You always dream of making Congress react to your reporting,” she said. That's the dream and she lived it.The advice she carries from her first job — watching Judy Woodruff prepare — is simple: do the work you can control. Be ready. Then adjust.That one lands. Get full access to Authentically Speaking at newsletter.fridayreporter.com/subscribe

President Donald Trump says a deal with Iran is nearly complete. Tehran is discussing reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but it's still refusing to confirm that the agreement is final. Plus, Trump's controversial intelligence pick creates a Capitol Hill headache, and now he's moving to replace him before a key surveillance deadline hits. And SpaceX begins trading Friday in what could become the biggest IPO ever. The debut could make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire, and quickly land the stock in millions of retirement accounts. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, June 12, 2026.

David Grusch made some major clais at Capitol Hill on Tuesday. The mainstream media covered it, kind of. Those who did are starting to ask major questions. Why hasn't the givernment spoken out about Grusch's claims. Kristian Harloff gives his thoughts.

Editor's Note: We experienced some technical audio issues during the recording of this episode. While every effort was made to improve the sound quality, listeners may notice occasional audio fluctuations throughout the conversation. Thank you for your understanding. Rob and Brittany welcome Congressman Chris Deluzio of Pennsylvania's 17th District to the podcast. Deluzio is a Navy veteran, VFW member, and member of the House Armed Services Committee who continues to advocate for service members, veterans, and military families on Capitol Hill. Before the interview, VFW National Legislative Service Director Kristina Keenan and Associate Director Joy Craig join the show for an in-depth legislative update covering several key issues impacting veterans and military families. The discussion includes ongoing efforts to secure justice for victims of Camp Lejeune water contamination, implementation of the VA Home Loan Program Reform Act, progress on the Major Richard Star Act, and developments in the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Deluzio reflects on his path from the U.S. Naval Academy to military service and eventually Congress, discussing how veterans bring a mission-first mindset to public service. He shares his experiences serving as a Surface Warfare Officer, deploying to Iraq alongside Army units, and the importance of having veterans represented in government. The conversation explores military quality-of-life issues, including pay, housing, spouse employment, child care, and the challenges of transitioning from military service to civilian life. Deluzio also discusses the importance of military credentialing programs, improving transition assistance, protecting veterans' benefits, and advancing legislation such as the Major Richard Star Act. The episode concludes with a preview of the upcoming 127th VFW National Convention in Reno, Nevada, and the launch of Ask the VFW, a new platform allowing listeners to submit questions directly to VFW subject matter experts. Have a question for the VFW? Visit https://vfw.org/AskTheVFW or go to the Ask the VFW page to submit your question for a future episode.   Featured Guests: Chris Deluzio – U.S. Representative (PA-17), Navy Veteran, VFW Member Kristina Keenan – Director, VFW National Legislative Service Joy Craig – Associate Director, VFW National Legislative Service   Episode Highlights: 0:00 Intro and Roll Call 2:58 Camp Lejeune Justice Act and toxic exposure advocacy 7:36 VA Home Loan Program Reform Act implementation 11:54 Major Richard Star Act update and discharge petition progress 19:33 NDAA overview and military quality-of-life priorities 26:53 Military pay raises, transition assistance, and credentialing reforms 47:19 Congressman Chris Deluzio joins the podcast 47:39 Military service and path to Congress 50:44 Veterans in government and public service 52:17 NDAA priorities and military readiness 54:18 Quality-of-life challenges facing service members and families 57:15 Military transition and civilian credentialing 59:15 Major Richard Star Act discussion 1:03:24 Deluzio's perspective as a VA health care user 1:06:58 Introducing Ask the VFW 1:09:10 Good of the Order – Looking ahead to the VFW National Convention

It was a stunning scene on Capitol Hill, one of the most powerful men in the world testifying before the House Oversight Committee for six hours. Billionaire Bill Gates voluntarily appeared before lawmakers and read his opening statement which acknowledged his poor judgment and described how Jeffrey Epstein attempted to blackmail him regarding his extramarital affairs. Lawmakers had different reactions to Gates’ testimony, some calling it intense and combative, others said he was “not forthcoming or candid.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It was a stunning scene on Capitol Hill, one of the most powerful men in the world testifying before the House Oversight Committee for six hours. Billionaire Bill Gates voluntarily appeared before lawmakers and read his opening statement which acknowledged his poor judgment and described how Jeffrey Epstein attempted to blackmail him regarding his extramarital affairs. Lawmakers had different reactions to Gates’ testimony, some calling it intense and combative, others said he was “not forthcoming or candid.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a stunning scene on Capitol Hill, one of the most powerful men in the world testifying before the House Oversight Committee for six hours. Billionaire Bill Gates voluntarily appeared before lawmakers and read his opening statement which acknowledged his poor judgment and described how Jeffrey Epstein attempted to blackmail him regarding his extramarital affairs. Lawmakers had different reactions to Gates’ testimony, some calling it intense and combative, others said he was “not forthcoming or candid.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andy joins the Doomer Friday crew for a live watchalong and reaction to David Grusch's highly anticipated Capitol Hill press conference.The panel follows the event in real time as James Fox, Anna Paulina Luna, Eric Burlison, Tim Burchett, Jared Moskowitz, Leslie Kean and David Grusch call for disclosure, whistleblower protections, NDA waivers and greater transparency around UAP records.The discussion covers Grusch's strongest new comments, including claims around crash retrieval material, non-human biologics, foreign intelligence on UAP programs, “sentient plasmoid life,” and the pressure now being placed on President Trump and the White House to act.A raw, lively and immediate reaction to what may prove to be another major step in the modern disclosure push.Night Shift / Clint Weldonhttps://www.youtube.com/@NightShiftActualPsicoactivo Podcast / Pavelhttps://www.youtube.com/@psicoactivopodcastOthers From Another Mother / Dan Clearyhttps://www.youtube.com/@OFAMpodcastThe Dreamland Motel / Xander Joneshttps://www.youtube.com/@TheDreamlandMotel

Andy gives his immediate post-press conference thoughts following David Grusch, members of Congress, Leslie Kean and others speaking on the steps of Capitol Hill.This episode covers the key moments from the event, including calls for whistleblower protections, pressure on President Trump to waive NDAs, renewed talk of non-human biologics, and Grusch's striking comments about a spectrum of life ranging from corporeal bipedal beings to “sentient plasmoid life.” Andy also looks at the mixed reaction to the event, the role of mainstream media, what this could mean for future disclosure efforts, and where things may go next.Plus, Andy shares thoughts on upcoming interviews with Jeremy Corbell and Richard Dolan, the wider media landscape, and why this moment may be more important than it first appeared.

Iran targets US allies after a second day of American strikes. Bill Gates testifies on Capitol Hill in Epstein probe. Tornadoes and violent winds sweep through the Midwest. Spectacular light show accompanies the Sagrada Familia blessing. Plus, the meticulous process of creating a perfect World Cup pitch.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Connecting the timezones we get different perspectives on the key global business stories of the week, setting you up for the weekend. Rahul Tandon discusses OpenAI's plans to sell shares with Emily Peck from Axios and David Kuo from The Smart Investor. Plus, who are their business heroes and villains of the week?Presenter: Rahul Tandon Producer: Josh MartinYou can email the team: businessdaily@bbc.co.uk(Picture: CEO of OpenAI Sam Altman waves as he speaks with reporters, following meetings on Capitol Hill, in Washington, D.C. in June 2026. Credit: REUTERS/Kylie Cooper)

The always insightful Terry Hall and Nicole Sakach join Dave Scott to break down the latest developments in the UFO and UAP conversation. From the recent press conference on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., featuring renewed calls for transparency and the release of additional government records, to the growing momentum behind the disclosure movement, Terry and Nicole will examine what these developments could mean for the future of UFO research and public awareness. With lawmakers, whistleblowers, and advocates continuing to push for answers, the discussion will explore whether the world is moving closer to unprecedented disclosure—or simply entering a new chapter in the decades-long mystery surrounding unidentified anomalous phenomena.Spaced Out Radio is your nightly source for alternative information, starting at 9pm Pacific, 12am Eastern.  We broadcast LIVE every night. #UFO #UAP #AlienDisclosure #UFOSightings #UFOCoverUp #Aliens #SpacedOutRadio #Paranormal #UFOCommunity #disclosure -------------------------------------------------------You can now join the Space Traveler's Club;Join us at  https://www.patreon.com/sor_space_travelers_club  --------------------------------------------------------Grab Our Latest Spaced Out Radio Gear At:http://spacedoutradio.com/shop  It's a great way to support our show!--------------------------------------------------------OUR LINKS:TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/spacedoutradio   FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/spacedoutradioshow  SPACED OUT RADIO - INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/spacedoutradioshow  DAVE SCOTT - INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/davescottsor   TWITCH: https://www.twitch.com/spacedoutradioshow  WEBSITE: http://www.spacedoutradio.comGUEST IDEAS OR QUESTIONS FOR SOR?Contact Klaus at bookings@spacedoutradio.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.

New here? Start with our Start Here playlist — five episodes that will change how you think about motherhood. Have you ever found yourself praying for rain — just so every activity gets cancelled and your family has an excuse to stay home in pajamas? You're not alone. And according to today's guest, that fantasy might actually be the start of something important. Christine Gunderson is a former TV news anchor, Capitol Hill press secretary, and now a novelist. Her latest book, Behind White Picket Fences, follows three moms who decide to drop out of the exhausting cycle of activities, expectations, and busyness for an entire year — and discover that the picture-perfect life they were chasing might not be what it seems. In this episode, JoAnn and Christine talk about where the relentless pressure on moms actually comes from, how it's shifted over generations, and why the friendships you build in the carpool line might be the thing that gets you through it all. What you'll learn: Why more is expected of mothers than any other group of people — and why no human being can actually do it all The "what if we just stopped?" question that inspired Christine's latest novel How the expectations placed on moms have shifted from a perfect house in the 1960s to a perfect, overscheduled childhood today Why travel sports have created a level of pressure and cost that didn't exist a generation ago — and why opting out can feel like failing your kid The real reason behind the relentless busyness: fear of an unknowable future for our kids What Christine learned from interviewing women in their 80s about what motherhood was actually like in 1965 (and why it wasn't the easier, simpler time we imagine) Why honoring both the choice to stay home and the choice to work matters — because every mom does what makes sense for her family The one thing that gets moms through the hardest seasons: female friendship and community Christine's most important message for every overwhelmed mom listening "I think more is expected of mothers than any other group of people on the planet — because we are expected to civilize, teach, and nurture an entire generation while simultaneously cooking healthy meals, keeping a clean house, and having a full-time job. There is no way any human being can do all the things women are expected to do." "You are a great mom. And we cannot do this alone. You've got to have people walking beside you in the trenches." Behind White Picket Fences Three moms who barely know each other decide to drop out of the exhausting cycle of activities and expectations for one year — and discover their picture-perfect cul-de-sac is hiding secrets dating back to 1965. A thriller about motherhood, friendship, and what we've really gained (and lost) since our mothers' generation. Available now wherever books are sold. Resources mentioned: Behind White Picket Fences by Christine Gunderson — available now Join the No Guilt Mom Inner Circle to join book club with Christine Listen next: Why You're Killing It on Paper But Empty on the Inside with Brooke Taylor Remember: the best mom is a happy mom. Take care of you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I Was Thinking: WA state is both rich and miserable, study finds. Coincidence? // Harger: Ferguson’s phone ban gives every parent a fall guy, including me // Gen Z is rejecting $200 dates and choosing 'solo-maxxing'—and dating apps are taking a hit // Killing the mood: smartphones reduce birth rate, studies say// UFO whistleblowers storm Capitol Hill with explosive claims about alien life 

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The conversation starts with a discussion about the recent hearing on Capitol Hill featuring the superintendent of Loudon County Schools, who made some shocking statements about the school's policies. Larry dives into the details of the hearing, including the superintendent's refusal to answer questions about the school's bathroom policies. The conversation also touches on the topic of Iran, with a discussion about the recent military strikes and the ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran. Larry is joined by KT McFarland, a former Deputy National Security Advisor to President Trump, who shares her insights on the situation and the potential consequences of the US's actions. The episode also covers the topic of Act Blue, the fundraising arm for Democrats, and the allegations of illegal donations and fraud.Become a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Taft deconstructs a week of absolute systemic madness. First, we head to the nation's capital where Jim Jordan and the House Judiciary Committee drop a massive bombshell: a superseding indictment and testimony alleging the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) literally paid over $4 million to manufacture hate groups, buy KKK robes, and bankroll the coordinators behind the infamous 2017 Charlottesville riots.Next, we dive deep into the deliberate structural layout turning West Coast voting systems into a permanent progressive playground. Then, a quick Iran SITREP reveals how a cutting-edge autonomous drone boat engineered by a former Navy SEAL pulled off a cinematic rescue of two U.S. Army Apache pilots in the Strait of Hormuz. Finally, we look at "Epstein Thursday" with newly unsealed deposition transcripts from Pam Bondi and Harmeet Dillon, exposing raw congressional grandstanding, and a voluntary appearance by Bill Gates that turned into a total Capitol Hill circus.

It was a stunning scene on Capitol Hill, one of the most powerful men in the world testifying before the House Oversight Committee for six hours. Billionaire Bill Gates voluntarily appeared before lawmakers and read his opening statement which acknowledged his poor judgment and described how Jeffrey Epstein attempted to blackmail him regarding his extramarital affairs. Lawmakers had different reactions to Gates’ testimony, some calling it intense and combative, others said he was “not forthcoming or candid.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Gates arrived on Capitol Hill for a closed-door, transcribed interview with the House Oversight Committee as lawmakers continued digging into Jeffrey Epstein's network, the government's handling of the case, and the powerful figures who remained in Epstein's orbit after his 2008 conviction. Gates told reporters he was there to cooperate and, according to his prepared remarks and subsequent reporting, described his meetings with Epstein as a “grave error in judgment.” He maintained that he never witnessed or participated in Epstein's criminal conduct, never visited Epstein's island, and believed at the time that Epstein might help raise money for global health and philanthropic projects. Gates has not been accused of criminal wrongdoing, but his repeated contact with Epstein after Epstein was already a convicted sex offender has remained a major reputational problem.The most explosive part of the interview was Gates' claim that Epstein tried to use knowledge of Gates' marital infidelities as leverage to keep him close and pressure him into continued contact. Gates framed Epstein as manipulative and said he now regrets giving Epstein credibility by meeting with him at all, while lawmakers focused on why Epstein was able to keep attracting access to billionaires, institutions, and philanthropic circles long after his criminal history was public. The hearing placed Gates inside the broader congressional effort to map Epstein's influence network, including who met with him, who benefited from his access, and how he used proximity to elite figures to rehabilitate himself. In plain terms, Gates tried to present himself as someone Epstein misled and tried to exploit, while Congress used the interview to examine how someone like Epstein kept buying legitimacy through powerful people.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Bill Gates arrives on Capitol Hill for closed door Jeffrey Epstein interviewBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

The House Oversight Committee's investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein saga continues on Capitol Hill, where Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates recently faced intense, closed-door questioning about his past connections to the deceased financier. While Gates maintained that he never witnessed criminal conduct or visited Epstein's private island, ranch, or Florida estate, newly unsealed emails reveal a complicated web of philanthropic meetings and uncorroborated allegations of blackmail and extortion. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks it all down.HOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokeVideo Editing - Michael Deininger, Christina O'Shea, Alex Ciccarone, & Jay CruzScript Writing & Producing - Savannah Williamson & Juliana BattagliaGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrimeTwitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The push for UAP transparency takes center stage in Washington, D.C. In this special livestream replay, we bring you the full UAP Transparency event held on June 9, 2026, on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, followed by our live post-event analysis. Hosted by James Fox and Leslie Kean, the event featured former intelligence officer and UAP whistleblower David Grusch alongside Representatives Eric Burlison, Jared Moskowitz, Anna Paulina Luna, and Tim Burchett, calling for the release of classified UFO/UAP records and greater government transparency. After the event, we break down the biggest moments, key statements, and what this bipartisan push could mean for the future of UFO disclosure, congressional oversight, and public access to UAP information. Join us at ANOMACON on September 12th: http://www.anomacon.com Send us a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/SomewhereSkiesPod Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/somewhereskies ByMeACoffee: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/UFxzyzHOaQ Substack: https://ryansprague.substack.com/ All socials and books: https://linktr.ee/somewhereskiespod Follow Suzanne on X: https://x.com/csuzannelanders Email: ryan.sprague51@gmail.com Opening theme song by Septembryo Closing song by Per Kiilstofte Copyright © 2026 Ryan Sprague. All rights reserved. This content constitutes transformative work and is used under the principles of fair use for purposes including, but not limited to, criticism, commentary, satire, news reporting, teaching, education, and research. #Disclosure #DisclosureDay #UFOs #UFODisclosure #UAP #Congress #CapitolHill #DavidGrusch #LeslieKean Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump has created many problems on Capitol Hill. Increasingly, he's leaving Senate Majority Leader John Thune on the sidelines as he tries to solve them. Anna and Jake break down the latest. Plus, how Trump's $1.5 trillion Pentagon dream is unraveling.  Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube⁠. ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at ⁠⁠punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carl Quintanilla and Jim Cramer led off the show with market reaction to May CPI: Consumer inflation jumped to highs not seen in three years. The anchors explored Nasdaq and the tech sector extending Tuesday's losses in connection with the AI trade. With SpaceX's historic public debut set for Friday, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Massachusetts) wrote a letter to the SEC urging it to delay the company's IPO. Also in focus: Oil prices rise as the U.S.-Iran conflict escalates, Bill Gates' statement to reporters ahead of his Capitol Hill testimony on Jeffrey Epstein, freight stocks under pressure on Amazon news, Nvidia as a value play, bitcoin weakness, Morgan Stanley CEO Ted Pick on AI tailwinds, Jim's description of Nike stock on the heels of a downgrade. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What really happened behind closed doors during the historic, chaotic 2023 ousting of Speaker Kevin McCarthy? Trey sits down with Speaker McCarthy's former top congressional advisor, John Leganski, for an exclusive eyewitness account of one of Capitol Hill's most high-stakes moments. In his new book, Glory, Grief, and the Gavel, John details his front-row seat to the contentious battle for the gavel and shares crucial advice for future speakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices