Podcast appearances and mentions of Chuck Grassley

Have you heard of the book Yanamono: The Fierce People? The way of life, rape, murder, pillage. The more violent you were as a man in that society, the more you were elevated in that society in every way. Polar opposite of noble savage lie taught today. Camryn Manheim wishes so bad she was the mom of a gay son. We are the weird ones today, she is the norm. Jack Smith was given his role by Communists to lock up Trump, their political opponent. People with different values look at power differently. They lie directly to your face, think how evil that they are and insulting our intelligence. Chuck Grassley reveals Jack Smith using media communications in his hunt of Trump. Time for Chuck to retire, nothing wrong with growing old. Jack Smith’s visit to Atlanta. They used everything at their disposal to throw opponents in a cage. Mike Collins and Ken Paxton strategy. Every race has its own story. Have to triage your money, Collins could be victim to that in his race, because they believe he’s going to get stomped. Acknowledge when the other side has a good politician on the other side.Follow The Jesse Kelly Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJesseKellyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Day in Legal History: The Integration of Ole MissOn September 30, 1962, James Meredith, a Black Air Force veteran, was escorted onto the campus of the University of Mississippi by federal marshals to enroll under a federal court order. The university had rejected him for no reason other than his race. The Fifth Circuit ordered him admitted, and Justice Hugo Black refused to let that order be delayed. Mississippi's governor, Ross Barnett, personally blocked Meredith's registration anyway. The federal appeals court held him in contempt.After nightfall on the 30th, a crowd of students, locals, and segregationists attacked the roughly 120 marshals guarding Meredith. That night President Kennedy went on national television to explain why the federal government would enforce the order, the address today's opening quote comes from. The riot killed two people, including a French journalist, and injured hundreds. It took thousands of federal troops to end it. The next morning, Meredith registered.Listeners may remember we covered Little Rock earlier this month. Ole Miss is the same principle five years later: a federal court order is binding, even on a state determined to resist it, and the federal government will enforce it. The Constitution's guarantees mean what courts say they mean, and a governor doesn't get to veto them. That idea of judicial orders as binding law, not suggestions, has come up again and again on this show this month.The Supreme Court has let the administration resume deporting migrants to so-called third countries: nations that aren't named in their removal orders and that many of them have no connection to. In a brief order, with the three liberal justices objecting, the Court paused a February ruling by a federal district judge. That ruling required immigration authorities to give people more due process before sending them to a third country, and a federal appeals court had largely upheld it earlier this month. The administration says it has used the policy to deport tens of thousands of people to Mexico and to countries in Africa and Latin America, often after their home countries refused to take them back. The legal issue is notice and an opportunity to be heard. The challengers argue that if the government plans to send someone to a country where they may face persecution or torture, due process and the Convention Against Torture require that the person be told where they're going and get a real chance to object first. The government's position is that it has broad authority over removals and that lower courts overstepped. The Court also agreed to hear the case in full in December, and it asked the parties to brief several questions: whether the lower courts had jurisdiction at all, whether they could order nationwide relief, and whether the policy violates due process or the torture convention. Those first two questions matter well beyond immigration, because they go to the reach of federal judges' power over executive policy. For now, the deportations resume while those questions are decided. As with the SAVE voter-verification order last week, the emergency docket has put the risk of error on the people affected while the case is pending.Supreme Court lets Trump resume third-country deportations | Reuters · NPR · CBS NewsFormer special counsel Jack Smith testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee at a hearing its Republican chairman, Chuck Grassley, titled an oversight hearing into Smith's “abuse of authority.” Smith brought the two federal criminal cases against Donald Trump: one over his efforts to overturn the 2020 election, and one over his handling of classified documents after his first term. Both cases were dismissed after Trump won the 2024 election. Grassley accused Smith of “rampant abuse of authority and political targeting” funded by taxpayers. Smith defended the investigations as based on evidence and Justice Department policy, not politics. He told senators he would not be silenced by “continued threats of prosecution,” and he condemned the firing and vilification of the agents and prosecutors who worked for him. Live coverage also reported him saying his investigation had shown, beyond a reasonable doubt, that Trump engaged in serious crimes. Here's the legal significance. A special counsel operates under Justice Department regulations designed to give some independence in politically sensitive investigations. When a former prosecutor faces open talk of prosecution for his own charging decisions, and his former staff are fired, the concern is less about Smith himself than about future prosecutors. Every prosecutor considering a case against a powerful person will now know that the charging decision itself can bring personal and professional consequences. Congress does have legitimate oversight power over the Justice Department. But oversight turning into retaliation is exactly what Justice Department independence norms are supposed to prevent. The hearing is another sign of how politicized federal prosecution has become.Former Trump prosecutor Jack Smith faces Senate hearing over abuse of authority accusations | Reuters · NBC News · CNNAnd finally, in my column for Bloomberg Tax this week, I take on one of the most common arguments against California's proposed wealth tax. Proposition 40 would impose a one-time 5% levy on the net worth of Californians who were billionaires at the start of this year. Opponents warn that a tax on the ultra-rich will eventually trickle down to ordinary households. My response is that ordinary households already pay a recurring tax on their largest store of wealth. It's called the property tax. Think about how it works: the government values an asset you own, applies a rate to that value, and bills you every year simply for continuing to own it. That's a tax on a stock of wealth, not on income. I ran some back-of-the-envelope numbers using Tax Foundation and Federal Reserve data. The national effective property tax rate on owner-occupied homes was about 0.91% in 2022. The median primary residence was worth about $323,000, and median housing equity was about $200,000. That works out to a property tax bill of roughly $2,900 a year, or close to 1.5% of the typical homeowner's actual equity, every year. And unlike Proposition 40, the property tax doesn't subtract your mortgage. It's charged on the full assessed value, so with a big mortgage, a nominal 1% rate can equal 5% or more of your real equity. The billionaire's wealth tax would be calculated on assets minus debts, which is more lenient on that point. My conclusion is that many homeowners would gladly trade their recurring 1.5% for a one-time 5%. So the real question isn't whether taxing wealth is acceptable in principle. It's why our appetite for it changes so much depending on what kind of wealth it is and who owns it. I'm not saying Proposition 40 is well designed. Valuing private company shares is much harder than valuing a house, and billionaires can move in a way houses can't. If the objection is really to the size and one-time structure, the better debate is whether a recurring, lower-rate tax, say 1% a year above a very high threshold, would be workable. That would look much more like the property tax system homeowners already live with, and over ten years it would raise roughly double the revenue.California Wealth Tax Trickle-Down Concerns Are Unconvincing | Bloomberg Tax This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for September 29, 2026. We open with the Supreme Court's ruling that lets the administration keep deporting illegal immigrants to third countries while the case works its way through the courts. We ask who holds the constitutional authority to decide whether a foreign national can stay in the United States, and we also dig into the inspector general's finding that roughly 40 percent of sampled Afghan asylum files had vetting and documentation errors under the Biden administration. In our Top 3 You Need to Know, former special counsel Jack Smith testifies before a Senate committee, and Senator Chuck Grassley calls his operation a partisan weapon. An illegal immigrant from Venezuela who was shot by ICE agents in Austin is now charged with assaulting an officer. President Trump announces America.gov, a free chatbot that searches 29,000 government websites. Then we turn to Governor Gavin Newsom and the No Kings Act, and to why we think the law won't survive a federal supremacy challenge. On American Mamas, Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson answer the question: how would you feel if your church publicized what you tithed each week? They talk about Matthew 6, the widow's penny, and why the heart of the giver matters more than the dollar amount. In Digging Deep, we look at the CDC's latest high school survey. It shows a drop in LGBT identification among younger teens, along with improvements in reported sadness, poor mental health, and suicidal thoughts. We ask whether the two trends are connected and what might have changed. We also cover a Capitol Hill hearing on the government's COVID response, where attorney Ralph Lorigio testifies about his court fights to get ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine to hospitalized patients. We discuss why doctors and medical institutions followed CDC guidance. For our Bright Spot, we start with Speaker Mike Johnson and Governor Jeff Landry pushing back on fears about data centers. They compare the water use to golf courses and argue that the United States can't afford to let China win the AI infrastructure race. Then we get to the Protect College Sport Act, which passed the Senate 77 to 22 with sponsors from both parties. It would limit transfers, set rules for conference changes, and stop coaches from leaving mid-season, and we debate whether it's a job for the federal government. We close with a Moment of Whoa. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's plan would let first-time passport applicants do everything online by the end of 2027. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, host John Solomon delves into a gripping hearing held by the Senate Judiciary Committee, where controversial prosecutor Jack Smith faced scrutiny over his investigative methods. Solomon highlights the serious accusations against Smith, including the collection of personal checks from Trump donors and communications from members of Congress, raising significant questions about First and Fourth Amendment rights. Senator Chuck Grassley and others presented evidence suggesting that Smith's actions may have crossed ethical and legal lines, likening his conduct to political espionage.Joining the discussion is Senator Marsha Blackburn, who provides insights into the hearing and the implications of Smith's findings. The conversation shifts to the ongoing bipartisan efforts to renew a crucial fund aimed at addressing maintenance backlogs in America's national parks, featuring Congressman Troy Downing from Montana, who underscores the importance of preserving these natural treasures.In the latter part of the episode, health expert Dr. Chad Walding from our great partners NativePath, shares vital updates on wellness, followed by a poignant segment featuring California Republican candidate David Liu. Liu recounts a harrowing experience with political protests, emphasizing the rising tide of political violence and its effects on candidates and citizens alike. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Washington Watch Reporter Mary Stackhouse reports on the White House Meeting with artificial intelligence leaders, President Trump, and House Speaker Johnson, the Senate's efforts to reduce violence in Israel and ban stock trading in Congress, and

His point is about timing and substance. Roughly six weeks before the midterms, with Trump's approval mired in the low 30s and Republicans distancing themselves from him, a public hearing invites Smith to walk through, on national television, the classified-documents case at Mar-a-Lago and the four-count indictment over efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Hawk notes Smith has said he stands by those decisions and would bring the cases again.Hawk contrasts the hearing with what the Senate is not doing on affordability, gas prices, and the Iran war, and reminds viewers that the only reasons Trump avoided trial were his 2024 win and the Supreme Court's immunity ruling. He previews covering the hearing live on Tuesday. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB

In today's show, Riley has the latest U.S. export sales with Greg McBride of Allendale, Dustin wraps up his monthly chat with Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig and discusses the farm bill, and Mark tunes in to Senator Chuck Grassley's weekly ag conference call.

Stories on this episode include: -The American Farm Bureau Federation says President Trump's action to increase beef imports has yet to provide meaningful savings for consumers.-Nebraska Senator Pete Ricketts has introduced a bill that he says would provide producers the right to own their data. -U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says there's a way to alleviate high diesel prices. -The CEO of equipment dealer AgRevolution says producers are looking to add new technology to older equipment as machinery costs continue to rise. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

P.M. Edition for Sept. 23. WSJ energy reporter Benoit Morenne discusses why the oil industry is so opposed to the Trump administration's idea of limiting diesel exports.… and who wants President Trump to put restrictions in place. Plus, Secretary of State Marco Rubio says President Trump has invited Russian president Vladimir Putin to the G-20 meeting in Miami this December. And Meta's new personal AI agent Muse has been sending the company's stock price higher, but Meta's lead in that space isn't guaranteed. We hear from Journal reporter Meghan Bobrowsky about hurdles to the app's growth and what she'll be watching for during Mark Zuckerberg's keynote later today at the Meta Connect conference. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa joins us to share his positions on issues including the Farm Bill, Iran, diesel fuel, beef exports and more. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Gene Millard of Illinois and Randy Francois of Iowa. Topics include harvest conditions, costs of diesel fuel and fertilzer, 45Z and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Monday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan breaks down how an AI hallucination nearly triggered a US military strike on a Chinese ship this past spring, a false alarm that could have sparked a crisis between two nuclear powers. Bryan covers fresh concerns that TikTok is still censoring conservatives ahead of the midterms despite its supposed break from China, what's really on the table when Trump meets President Xi this week, including Chinese-made cars, a mysteriously diverted F-35 shipment, and China's grip on rare earth minerals, plus the worsening diesel crisis pushing Senator Chuck Grassley to demand an export ban. Plus, Bryan covers grim new midterm polling pointing to major Democrat gains, a disastrous German election night for the Chancellor's party alongside a populist surge and a foiled Hamas terror plot, and President Trump's new security agreement securing permanent American control over Greenland. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32   Keywords: Wright Report, Bryan Dean Wright, AI hallucination, China, TikTok, censorship, Trump Xi meeting, F-35, rare earth minerals, diesel crisis, Chuck Grassley, midterm elections, Democrats, Germany election, AfD, Hamas terror plot, Greenland, national security

Chuck Grassley turned 1000, Rob Sand said some dumb shit about trans people (again), and some Cedar Rapidians said bad words at the mayor. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Full episode notes here: https://www.patreon.com/rockhardcaucus/posts/170004205 https://rockhardcauc.us

In today's show, Riley talks with Cody Hornaday of Koch Agronomic Services about some of their latest products, Dustin continues his conversation with United Soybean Board Director Brent Rendel, and Mark tunes in to Senator Chuck Grassley's weekly ag conference call.

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Stories on this episode include:-U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley suggests partisan politics remain a stumbling block for the farm bill.-The National Agricultural Law Center says farm bankruptcies are on pace to increase in 2026.-The Propane Education and Research Council says some farmers are looking for alternative fuel sources to reduce energy input costs. -USDA's Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation says more than 30 million new base acres have been added to this year's crop safety net programs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Wednesday Q&A episode of The Wright Report, Bryan answers listener questions on newly released documents that raise fresh doubts about the official story behind Thomas Crooks and the attempted assassination of President Trump. Bryan covers why he believes the CIA is still hiding key details about 9/11, former CIA Director John Brennan's upcoming grand jury testimony, and confirmation from the Air Force that the US has used space based weapons offensively, tracing back to the mysterious destruction of a Chinese spy satellite tied to a deadly attack on US troops. He also breaks down the worsening War of Attrition with Iran and a looming diesel and gas price spike threatening truckers, farmers, and ranchers just weeks before the midterms. Plus, Bryan answers listener questions on a Massachusetts family's fight to stop the state from transitioning their teenage daughter, a UT Austin admissions controversy tied to H-1B visa fraud, and Elon Musk's proposal for Silicon Valley to self-regulate AI risk with a movie style rating system. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32   Keywords: Wright Report, Bryan Dean Wright, Thomas Crooks, Trump assassination attempt, Chuck Grassley, CIA, 9/11, John Brennan, space weapons, China satellite, Iran, war of attrition, diesel prices, midterms, Massachusetts, transgender custody case, UT Austin, H-1B visa fraud, Elon Musk, AI regulation

Kelly Nash fills in for Simon Conway! Mike Johnson sends people home. Abdul El-Sayed. Kate Bolden discussion. Chuck Grassley email.

While much of the morning is spent on the latest leaked Dan Osborn audio, we also have Chuck Grassley losing his patience, a spicy Husker Buzz with Sean Callahan, Gary Sadlemyer stopping in for a bit, and more!

In today's show, Riley visits with Tim Van Hofwegen of Farm Credit Services of America, Dustin talks with Iowa Corn Growers Association President Mark Mueller, and Mark tunes in to Senator Chuck Grassley's weekly ag conference call.

Stories on today's show include:-An ag economist says he doesn't expect much relief from high diesel prices anytime soon. -The owner of one of the largest sale barns in the country says diesel prices are eroding margins for cattle producers.-There's potential for some corn and soybean varieties to be in tight supply next year. -U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley is criticizing the Trump administration for temporarily easing restrictions on imported beef.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa joins us to share his thoughts on opening the border with Mexico, the president's idea to lower beef prices, dealing with Iran, and more. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about his Pick of the Week, reports on other recent auctions, and previews upcoming auctions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shipwreck is fired up this week, unloading on Nancy Mace's new YouTube channel and the wider grievance politics swirling around Congress, immigration, grocery prices, and Chuck Grassley. She works through a Gnostic breakdown of the hylic archetype and how it shapes her view of people who seem checked out from anything deeper than politics, sports, or the weather. There is real vulnerability too, a story about seeing God the moment her youngest was born, and a candid rundown of the lifestyle changes she has made this year: quitting drinking, losing weight, cutting back on doom scrolling, and cooking more at home. She also shares a wild local story about a small town fighting a proposed data center. It is raw, unfiltered, and occasionally uncomfortable, exactly what regulars expect from Shipwreck when she has had enough. Next week she is joined by Kyle Seraphin.

On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day's deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa.With various meats on a stick and butter-drenched ice creams now clogging our arteries, this week we're going to talk about candidates at the State Fair, the entire Trump administration in Iowa, another community talking data centers, and the world's most famous vacuum.This episode was hosted by Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy and produced by Gazette Deputy Digital Content Manager Bailey Cichon. It features Gazette Deputy Bureau Chief Tom Barton, Sarah Watson of the Quad City Times and Jared McNett of the Sioux City Journal. Read the articles featured in this episode:(2:59) Chuck Grassley receives 'replacement vacuum' for 'Beth' from Sioux City staffer(9:03) In Rock Island, environmental, consumer groups advocate for state data center regulations(14:33) Salix City Council data center meeting delayed due to 'threats'(17:06) State Fair and Trump administration coverage

For complete Medicare guidance, dial (617) 644-0093 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter Medicare Advisors.Can a state actually help enforce federal immigration law—or does the Constitution force states to sit on their hands while illegal immigration overruns their communities? That's the question at the heart of a major cert petition now before the Supreme Court, and Senators Ted Cruz and Chuck Grassley just filed a blistering amicus brief taking direct aim at the Eighth Circuit's decision to strike down Iowa's immigration law. Today we break it all down, plain-English style.The brief argues the real culprit is the Supreme Court's own 2012 decision in Arizona v. United States—a ruling so poorly reasoned it turned "conflict preemption" into a one-way ratchet: states that try to help Washington enforce the law get shut down, while sanctuary states that openly obstruct federal enforcement get a pass. Cruz and Grassley say it's time for the Court to fix its own mess before more states lose the ability to defend their citizens from an immigration crisis the Founders never envisioned tolerating.Join me LIVE at 9 AM ET as I break it all down!Make sure you're ready to win the LEGAL FIGHT that follows the PHYSICAL FIGHT if you're ever compelled to defend yourself or your family from criminal predation. Learn why I am PERSONALLY a member of CCW SAFE, and why YOU SHOULD CONSIDER JOINING, TOO:  https://lawofselfdefense.com/ccwsafeClarence Thomas x 9: Perfect SCOTUS Mugs! https://tinyurl.com/k778wj2kFor complete Medicare guidance, dial (617) 644-0093 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter.All @TheBrancaShow mugs & MORE! https://tinyurl.com/k778wj2kJOIN OUR COMMUNITY! Exclusive Members-only content & perks! Only ~17 cents/day! $5/month! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/hn32rfz9 Locals: https://tinyurl.com/yck4w9kfFOUNDING FATHERS SPEED DIAL: Founding Fathers SPEED DIAL: https://tinyurl.com/3f7pc8nzEpisode #1416.Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan's contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don't directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

A juvenile black bear was spotted roaming an east Provo neighborhood near Splash Summit Waterpark — prompting a bear hunt involving animal control and police. We break down a wild plane confrontation turned into a song, and then dig into Flock Safety CEO Garrett Langley admitting the surveillance company "got this one wrong" — rolling out new data retention limits and audit tools after reports of police misuse of its license plate reader technology. Also, one guy found a clever way to fight back against Flock cameras with a special car wrap. Then, 92-year-old Senator Chuck Grassley mourns "Beth," the beloved ∼49-year-old Hoover vacuum that served his family for decades.    KSL Brightside streams live weekdays 12–3 PM. YouTube-exclusive live stream from 12–1 PM, radio plus YouTube from 1–3 PM.   Follow KSL Brightside on social media! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KSLBrightside Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSLBrightside Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/KSL_Brightside TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ksl.brightside  

43:54- Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News Contributor Topic: "Decoy" Air Force One; Latest in Iran 55:40- Grace Hanlon, Executive Director of the Jersey Shore Partnership Topic: Monmouth/Ocean County Spotlight 1:08:49- Steve Forbes, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief at Forbes Media & the co-author of "Inflation: What It Is, Why It's Bad, and How to Fix It" Topic: CPI report; Latest economic news 1:19:17- Marc Caputo, White House Reporter for Axios Topic: Karoline Leavitt stepping away as White House Press Secretary 1:39:53- Mike Davis, Founder of the Article III Project, Former Law Clerk for Justice Neil Gorsuch, and Former Chief Counsel for Nominations for the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary Topic: Nick Reiner indictment; "Chuck Grassley's behind-the-scenes work proved decisive in Todd Blanche confirmation fight" (Fox News op ed) 1:50:17- Dr. Stephanie Widmer, Emergency Medicine Attending Physician at St. John's Riverside Hospital Topic: Ebola outbreak set to become the deadliest ever 1:59:41- Pastor Dave Watson, Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel on Staten Island, Founder and President of the New York Institute of Biblical Studies, and the host of "God in Our City" on WMCA Topic: The Bible and legacy; Showing respect for the elderlySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we're bidding adieu to a 49-year-old vacuum named Beth. Yes... we're serious. U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa has announced the death of his trusty tan Hoover vacuum cleaner with a burgundy cloth dust bag. It's a funny story, but it got us thinking about the names we tend to give random objects. So what inanimate objects have you given a name to? A car, a house, perhaps your toaster? Greg and Holly have a fun discussion reading listener text responses.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott examines new reporting on extraordinary measures taken to protect President Trump amid an alleged Iranian assassination threat and the growing influence of socialist candidates within the Democratic Party. Scott also previewed key primary races in Wisconsin, South Carolina, and Minnesota while highlighting controversies surrounding Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed. Sen. Chuck Grassley joined the program to discuss Todd Blanche, Iowa politics, and the latest from Washington, while retired Secret Service agent Patrick Sullivan provided an inside look at the planning and intelligence behind President Trump’s reported use of a decoy aircraft during the NATO summit. Later, congressional candidate Mike Bouchard discussed Michigan’s competitive 10th District, border security, the economy, education, and the state’s political landscape heading into the midterms. The program also covered the latest headlines surrounding Anthony Fauci, crime trends, and Iran as Jennings delivered a wide-ranging look at the issues driving politics and national security.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines on today's episode include:- Ag impacts of Senate continuing resolution- Grassley sees no controversy on passing more farmer aid- Reasons for optimism in the cattle market- Average August weather likely to benefit crops- Previewing USDA's August supply and demand estimatesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Summerland, B.C. is the latest community under threat from out-of-control wildfires. We'll talk to one resident who had to flee with no idea when or if she'll ever be able to go home. After a Ukrainian drone strike reportedly kills 13 people in Russia, including civilians, a Ukrainian lawmaker says the oil refinery was a valid military target – and won't deter Kyiv from more attacks inside the country.A three-year-old girl is recovering after a rare black bear attack in her own backyard. Her mother tells us about the frantic fight to get her to safety. A group of B.C. First Nations says there's a direct link between the expansion of the fossil-fuel industry and the wildfires the country is experiencing — and that's more reason to scrap plans for a new pipeline. A new study reveals that snails can change the composition of their slime on the fly — to be slippery fast — or stick like glue. Beneath the dust and lacquer lay the work of a baroque master, but the precious painting would never have been discovered if not for the keen eye of an Oslo curator with a passion for forgotten female artists.Suck-er punch. After nearly 50 years of faithfully cleaning the Iowa farmhouse of U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley -- and becoming an unlikely viral sensation -- the Hoover vacuum he named 'Beth', has finally given up the ghost. As It Happens, the Monday edition, radio that's truly a master of its own dust-tany.

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 Today, Cornyn and Tillis cave as Todd Blanche writes a legally dubious rescission of the Slush Fund but keeps Trump's tax immunity in place; Donald Trump is considering firing Jeanine Pirro over the dismissing the Reflecting Pool charges and claiming it wasn't vandals; ICE handed over letters and drawings it seized from children in detention pursuant to my freedom of information act request; the Senate has finalized a stop gap that would block Trump's grant overhaul; the Pentagon is relying on closed-door hearings to kick out transgender troops; plus Allison delivers 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.  Thank You, Helix 20% off Sitewide when you go to HelixSleep.com/dailybeans 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 Join The Daily Beans and give a gift today to ensure The Trevor Project can continue its crucial work in the face of continued challenges. Donate to The Trevor Project - Daily Beans Podcast The Latest Breakdown→ NEW: Todd Blanche Admits Epstein Redaction Error StoriesBREAKING: EXCLUSIVE: ICE Seized Drawings from Children in Detention. I Sued, and Today I Got Them. | muelershewrote.com Todd Blanche on track for confirmation after Cornyn strikes Trump settlement deal | POLITICO Furious Trump considers removing Jeanine Pirro over Reflecting Pool filing, sources say | CNN Politics Senate finalizes funding patch that would block Trump's grant overhaul | POLITICO Inside the Secretive Boards Deciding Trans Troops' Fate | The New York TimesGood Trouble Cards inserted: "The employees who made this product were laid off as a direct result of Donald Trump's war with Iran.” Check your voter registration and deadlines → Voter Registration Deadlines - Vote.org →Blue Wave California- secure.actblue.com/donate/msw-bwc →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 NewsFoundation for Working Families - Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO 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 →Email Dana LGBTQ Owned eating establishments in your area - hello@mswmedia.com Subject: “Dana's Project” Subscribe to the MSW YouTube Channel - MSW Media - YouTube Our Donation Links The Trevor Project - trevorproject.org/beans Blue Wave California - https://secure.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 - https://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation Join Dana and The Daily Beans in support of Human Rights Campaign http://onecau.se/_ekes71National Security Counselors - Donate, ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc, WhistleblowerAid.org/beans Dr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers - email AG - 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 - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Monday, August 3, 2026 Today, Donald Trump has appealed his Slush Fund and tax immunity case as Cornyn and Tillis try to reach a deal with Todd Blanche ahead of the August 4th committee confirmation vote; the Justice Department argues the Slush Fund isn't going forward in my lawsuit against Todd Blanche; Jeanine Pirro has dropped the charge against olympian Davey Hearn in the Reflecting Pool case; Capital One says it closed Trump's bank accounts over money laundering; Trump TACOs again with Iran as one of his generals warns the U.S. doesn't have the forces to protect Israel; Rep. Max Miller of Ohio was denounced by Senator Bernie Moreno for abusing his daughter; Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has restored the voting rights for 66,000 people with prior felony convictions; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. Thank You, DailyLook For 50% off your first order, head to DailyLook.com and use code DAILYBEANS. Thank You, HomeChef For a limited time, get  50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life!  HomeChef.com/DAILYBEANS.  Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert. 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 Join The Daily Beans and give a gift today to ensure The Trevor Project can continue its crucial work in the face of continued challenges. Donate to The Trevor Project - Daily Beans Podcast The Latest Breakdown→ NEW: Todd Blanche Admits Epstein Redaction Error StoriesTrump appeals ruling finding he colluded with DOJ in $10B IRS suit | The Hill Trump administration drops Reflecting Pool case, blaming damage on ‘botched' installation Capital One says it closed Trump Organization accounts over money-laundering concerns | NPR Trump says Gulf leaders' input weighed heavily in decision to hold off on ordering new Iran strikes | AP News U.S. general warns Pentagon he lacks sufficient forces to protect Israel | Washington Post Virginia Gov. Spanberger has restored voting rights for 66,000 people with past felony convictions | Democracy DocketGood TroubleAttend an August Recess Town Hall ⭑ 5 Calls Check your voter registration and deadlines → Voter Registration Deadlines - Vote.org →Blue Wave California- secure.actblue.com/donate/msw-bwc →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 NewsOur 10 Favorite Moments of 2022 - LifeLine Animal Project Cindystock 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 →Email Dana LGBTQ Owned eating establishments in your area - hello@mswmedia.com Subject: “Dana's Project” Subscribe to the MSW YouTube Channel - MSW Media - YouTube Our Donation Links The Trevor Project - trevorproject.org/beans Blue Wave California - https://secure.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 - https://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation Join Dana and The Daily Beans in support of Human Rights Campaign http://onecau.se/_ekes71National Security Counselors - Donate, ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc, WhistleblowerAid.org/beans Dr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers - email AG - 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 - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 Today, Senator Cornyn says he won't vote to advance Todd Blanche's nomination without a written rescission of the Slush Fund and tax immunity; Governor Beshear has written another letter to Mitch McConnell demanding he prove he's fit to serve or resign;  the Knight Institute and American Oversight have filed reply briefs with the 11th Circuit in the case of Volume II of Jack Smith's final report; Rep. Max Miller has been credibly accused of assaulting his ex-wife and holding a gun to her head; the Trump administration is trying to get a hold of our personal emergency room medical records while simultaneously ending Medicare drug plan subsidies; new polling shows people don't like Trump's tax bill; Senate Democrats are pressing Todd Blanche on the New York Times subpoenas; newly uncovered grand jury testimony in the Davey Hearn case has led to his legal team demanding the grand jury materials; plus Allison delivers your Good News. 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In today's show, Mark tunes in to Senator Chuck Grassley's weekly ag conference call, Riley visits with Food Bank of Iowa CEO Tami Nielsen about the latest Map the Meal Gap study, and Dustin starts off his monthly chat with Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig.

Majority Leader John Thune is considering budget reconciliation as a means to accomplish some goals for the GOP and White House, including financial assistance for farmers. Senator Charles Grassley says work is underway for a stand alone E15 bill. NACD leaders are hopeful for a new farm bill. 

Who actually governs America? Has the administrative state accumulated so much power that it now operates beyond the constitutional authority granted by the American people through their elected representatives? In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano examines newly declassified intelligence records, the Floris email, and FBI documents released by Senator Chuck Grassley. These revelations raise serious constitutional questions about whether unelected bureaucrats manipulated intelligence, suppressed critical information, and increasingly viewed themselves as independent from the elected officials they are supposed to serve. This episode examines the administrative state, the Intelligence Community, constitutional accountability, separation of powers, and the growing influence of the permanent bureaucracy, often referred to as the Deep State, through the lens of the U.S. Constitution and the Federalist Papers. Discover how post-9/11 intelligence reforms, institutional self-preservation, and bureaucratic mission creep may have shifted power away from elected officials and toward unelected government institutions, raising a fundamental question: Do the American people still govern the United States, or has the administrative state become America's unelected fourth branch of government? What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why newly declassified intelligence documents raise constitutional questions that extend far beyond a single administration.  How the administrative state expanded after 9/11 and fundamentally changed the relationship between intelligence agencies, elected officials, and the American people.  Why controlling the flow of intelligence can shape constitutional decision-making at the highest levels of government.  How mission creep, bureaucratic self-preservation, and institutional incentives threaten constitutional accountability.  Why the Founders designed a government accountable to We the People and what happens when permanent institutions begin operating outside those constitutional boundaries.  Topics Covered: Administrative State, Deep State, Intelligence Community, FBI, FISA, Constitutional Accountability, Separation of Powers, Self-Government, Federalist 51, Permanent Bureaucracy, Floris Email, Intelligence Reform, Chuck Grassley, Professor Nick Giordano, The P.A.S. Report Podcast

In today's show, Mark tunes in to Senator Chuck Grassley's weekly ag conference call, Riley discusses Prop 12 with Iowa Pork Producers Association President Dean Frazer, and Dustin hears from R-CALF CEO Bill Bullard.

Joyce discusses House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan issuing a criminal referral against former Special Counsel Jack Smith, and accusing him of lying to Congress. Smith investigated Trump's involvement in the 2020 election while bypassing filter team safety protocols in place for classified information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley joins us to discuss the status of E15 in the Senate, the Farm Bill, and overhauling H-2A. And our Farmer Forum features Ken McCauley of Kansas and Ben Riensche of Iowa. Topics include input costs, crop conditions, and dissatisfaction with USDA-NASS farmer surveys.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SEAN SPICER is back! SIMON talks to the former White House Press Secretary about EB-5, the immigrant investment program that Senator Chuck Grassley is aiming to ensure foreign investments and investors create true & verifiable jobs for Americans instead of relying on economic "estimates.

In today's show, Mark tunes in to Senator Chuck Grassley's weekly ag conference call, Riley has a grain marketing update with Michael Weidner of Landus Cooperative, and we learn about USDA's scientific research priorities in a segment from Rod Bain of USDA Radio.

Aaron McIntire covers ICE's decision to pause most vehicle stops in immigration enforcement operations nationwide after fatal shootings in Texas and Maine, and questions whether it counts as backing down. He breaks down the rare congressional testimony of Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan, who are asking for more security funding after swatting and threat incidents. Senator Chuck Grassley reveals that former special counsel Jack Smith's team secretly accessed the private text messages of 44 lawmakers during the Trump investigations. Aaron also reacts to a viral confrontation between a journalist and Senator Thom Tillis over his vote against the SAVE America Act. He closes with lighter stories on a health investigation into a possible Taco Bell link to a parasite outbreak and a Canadian surrogacy lawsuit making headlines.

A data center company building near Cedar Rapids is injecting $5 million into workforce development, while the Palo City Council voted to advance their data center ordinance this week. An Iowa woman is the first known patient in the U.S. to receive a quadruple organ transplant with re-transplanted lungs. And U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says he's monitoring a proposed merger between two railways.

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, host John Solomon dives into a shocking revelation from Senators Ron Johnson and Chuck Grassley regarding the actions of special prosecutor Jack Smith. Solomon reveals that Smith secretly obtained the text messages of 44 members of Congress during his investigation into Donald Trump, raising serious concerns about the separation of powers and the Biden administration's alleged weaponization of the Justice Department. With a list of high-profile lawmakers affected, including Senators Graham, Hawley, and Rand Paul, this breach of privacy is explored in depth.The episode also highlights breaking news from Capitol Hill, where the House has passed a bill to make Daylight Savings Time permanent, eliminating the twice-yearly clock changes. Solomon sets the stage for an engaging lineup of guests, starting with Congressman Eli Crane, who will share his insights on current political issues.Following Crane, Victoria Coates, former deputy national security adviser under Trump, joins to discuss critical matters involving Iran, Russia, and Ukraine. The show wraps up with Texas State Representative Steve Toth, who is making waves in his congressional campaign with a clear and compelling message that resonates with voters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Senator Chuck Grassley is demanding absolute accountability from FBI Director Kash Patel over stunning reports of government waste and corruption. From taking private planes for dates and sporting events with his girlfriend to chauffering personal guests on the taxpayer's dime, the allegations against Patel are sparking a massive political firestorm on Capitol Hill.

Trump had to take two Air Force ones to the NATO summit in Turkey: his new bling Qatari hand-me-down that he wanted to show off and the old baby blue one which he had to use to fly safely home—given the war in neighboring Iran. And at the FBI, Kash Patel's thievery of taxpayer resources has gotten so out of hand, even Chuck Grassley wants answers. Plus: Ukraine has created panic in Russia (which has Trump rethinking which side he wants to root for), Dems should be highlighting the massive military waste in Iran, and Ben invites the public to test-run his new giant database of government records. Oh, and baby elephants are the best.Ben Wittes joins Tim Miller. Show notes: Lawfare on the military's potential deployment at the polls  Ben's email: benjamin.wittes@lawfaremedia.org Ben's Substack, "Dog Shirt Daily"  Get 20% off when you go to trustandwill.com/BULWARK

CannCon and Alpha Warrior kick off with a Chuck Grassley bombshell claiming Jack Smith's own office mishandled classified material while prosecuting Trump, then dig into what that could mean for the special counsel himself. From there the two go head to head, genuinely head to head, over the unraveling Graham Platner scandal in Maine and whether a similar controversy around his would be replacement holds up to scrutiny. It gets spirited. The guys also revisit new details from the Tyler Robinson trial, including a disputed unspent round and fresh interview timelines. On the geopolitics side, Iran and the US trade blows again in the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM rolls out strike footage, and Trump fields pointed questions about skipping the new Air Force One over security concerns. Sponsor breaks, tech gremlins, and plenty of banter round out the show.

On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day's deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa.This week, as we celebrate the semiquincentennial we'll also discuss RFK Jr.'s overtures to Iowa Libertarians, national Democrats threatening penalties for potential primary rebels, and Sen. Chuck Grassley's visit to Sioux City.This episode was hosted by Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy and produced by Gazette Deputy Digital Content Manager Bailey Cichon. It features Jared McNett of the Sioux City Journal and Gazette columnists Althea Cole and Todd Dorman.Read the articles featured in this episode:(5:29) Chuck Grassley talks tariffs, data centers, Iran during Sioux City visithttps://siouxcityjournal.com/news/local/business/article_7dc05450-4a91-44be-b004-1c63c2237e80.html(14:21) Dems impose tougher penalties for states, candidates defying party's presidential nominating calendarhttps://www.thegazette.com/news/politics/dems-impose-tougher-penalties-for-states-candidates-defying-party-s-presidential-nominating-calendar/article_915d5284-842d-4bc0-9419-f95556aeaeac.html(21:29) RFK Jr. urges another Iowa Libertarian to leave House race, recording showshttps://www.thegazette.com/news/elections/rfk-jr-urges-another-iowa-libertarian-to-leave-house-race-recording-shows/article_17d774a6-03c7-4aec-8f11-efb8b92bb9da.html

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, we tackle the urgent issue of unaccompanied minor children crossing the U.S. border, as Congressman Glenn Grothman joins host John Solomon to reveal shocking statistics on the trafficking crisis. Grothman, alongside Senator Chuck Grassley, has worked tirelessly to expose the alarming number of children lost under the Biden administration—now confirmed to be over 147,000. The discussion highlights the dangers these children faced and the efforts made to ensure their safety.In the second segment, we shift focus to national security, featuring insights from experts Victoria Coates and Rebecca Grant. They discuss the potential for a historic peace deal with Iran, exploring the intricate dynamics at play and what this could mean for global stability.John also highlights a significant moment from Tulsi Gabbard's tenure as Director of National Intelligence, where she declassified evidence revealing that the U.S. has funded 120 bio labs in 30 foreign countries, including Ukraine. Gabbard's revelations challenge previous narratives and underscore the importance of transparency in government operations, especially regarding biosecurity.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to The Majority Report   On today's program:   After turning his back on every campaign promise and tanking the economy for a meaningless war, Donald Trump's approval rating is nearing historic lows.   Nicholas Enrich, former civil servant who worked at USAID under four administrations joins the program to discuss his new book: "Into the Wood Chipper: a Whistleblower's Account of How the Trump Administration Shredded USAID"   In the Fun Half:   Senator Richard Blumenthal asks three different Trump judicial nominees if Joe Biden won the 2020 presidential election and all three refuse. Meanwhile, as Blumenthal questions the nominees, Senator Chuck Grassley is caught on a hot mic asking why they won't acknowledge Biden's victory.   Senator Chris Coons asks a Trump judicial nominee if Trump is ineligible for a third term per the 22nd amendment and the nominee is afraid to acknowledge the law and close the door on a third term.   WNBA star Kelsey Plum does not understand how marginal tax rates work. If you have been listening to MR for more than a week than you know that marginal tax rate literacy is his passion project.   The Daily Wire has had to layoff 50% of their employees after they failed in their children's content endeavor.   All that and more.   To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: COZY EARTH: Go to cozyearth.com/MAJORITYREPORT for an exclusive 20% off. TRUST & WILL: Get 20% off trustandwill.com/MAJORITY AURA FRAMES: Exclusive $25-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/MAJORITY. Promo Code MAJORITY SUNSET LAKE CBD: Today is the last day to us coupon Code "MayDay26" for $8 off all smokable hemp products and vape carts at SunsetLakeCBD.com Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.