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Contribute to Politicology at politicology.com/donate To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, Ron Steslow and Jennifer Schulp (Director of Financial Regulation Studies at the Cato Institute's Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives) discuss the Senate passing the GENIUS Act to regulate stablecoins. They dive into the implications of the Bank Secrecy Act and the critical importance of privacy-enhancing tools in the digital age. They explore how new legislation impacts personal privacy, the role of stablecoins in the financial ecosystem, and the potential consequences of government surveillance.   Then, in Politicology+ they discuss political corruption in cryptocurrency and Congressional stock trading. They dive into the lack of political will to combat it, despite public outcry, and the challenges of enforcing ethical standards. Not yet a Politicology+ member? Don't miss all the extra episodes on the private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus. Send your questions and ideas to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(703) 239-3068‬ Follow this week's panel on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/jenniferjschulp Related Reading:  CNBC - Senate passes GENIUS stablecoin bill, giving crypto industry first major legislative win Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump's decision to strike Iran has sparked debate in Congress over the executive branch's ability to take military action without authorization. The strikes Trump ordered last week were in line with recent precedent. But some critics and supporters alike are calling for restrictions to his ability to take further action in Iran. House Speaker Mike Johnson called the debate ill-timed, and openly questioned the constitutionality of the War Powers Act. That act requires the president to seek Congressional approval before declarations of war. Is this another battleground in the fight over legislative checks and balances?Trump's assistance with a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran led to a warm reception at a NATO security summit later in the week. The summit was planned to discuss the war in Ukraine, the conflict between Israel and Iran, and other alliance concerns. Much of the focus landed on the ceasefire and an agreement by members to commit 5% of their GDP to defense. The new spending mark was seen as a major concession to Trump, who had threatened since his first term to leave the alliance if it wasn't met. But was the decision made more for self-preservation than appeasement?Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist, won the Democratic primary in New York City's mayoral race. Progressives are pointing to his victory as a beacon for Democrats nationwide to push further to the left. Does that ignore the fact that he ran against the scandal-ridden former governor Andrew Cuomo?

A make-or-break weekend lies ahead for Trump’s big budget bill and his hope of passing it by July 4. Republican senators had not yet posted text of their proposal as of Friday afternoon, but PBS News Hour has learned that they hope to start voting Saturday. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins joins Amna Nawaz with the latest. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Shane drops by with the latest developments out of the Middle East, as we continue to monitor the US, Israel, Iran ceasefire, and assess last weekend's US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites. Plus, takeaways from this week's NATO summit in the Netherlands, and a status update on the Reconciliation package being worked through Congress. We also touch on Congressional efforts to establish a regulatory framework for stablecoins. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy

A make-or-break weekend lies ahead for Trump’s big budget bill and his hope of passing it by July 4. Republican senators had not yet posted text of their proposal as of Friday afternoon, but PBS News Hour has learned that they hope to start voting Saturday. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins joins Amna Nawaz with the latest. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Iowa Business Report Friday EditionJun. 28, 2025       Phil Kerpen of American Commitment on the merits of the REINS Act to restore Congressional control over administrative regulations. 

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump's Cabinet Members like Attorney General Pam Bondi getting exposed at Congressional hearings under cross-examination by Democrats and Meiselas interviews Democratic Congressman Jake Auchincloss about his investigation into RFK Jr. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Criminal Complaint Filed Over 'Warp Speed Cancer' (01:00:45 – 01:07:05)A complaint filed in France alleges mRNA vaccines caused deadly turbo cancers, implicating global health agencies while ignoring U.S. officials who enabled vaccine rollout. The term 'Warp Speed Cancer' is used to link aggressive cancers with the vaccine campaign.FDA Study Finds Excess DNA in COVID Vaccines (01:12:06 – 01:14:00)An FDA study confirms high levels of DNA contamination in Pfizer's mRNA vaccine, raising concerns over cancer risk and regulatory negligence. Critics compare the lax response to how pollution or car emissions would be handled.COVID Vaccine Removed from CDC Schedule for Children (01:25:54 – 01:27:49)RFK Jr. announces removal of COVID vaccines from the CDC schedule for healthy children and pregnant women, though skepticism is expressed over the true intent and lingering influence of vaccine advocates.CDC Panel Head Accused of Downplaying Vaccine Injuries (01:33:12 – 01:36:50)The new CDC vaccine panel head is criticized for opposing pauses on J&J shots and ignoring adverse event reports, leading to claims of pro-vaccine bias and lack of transparency about injury risks.Cargo Ship Fire Tied to EV Battery Hazards (01:53:00 – 01:59:30)An EV-laden cargo ship sinks after a prolonged fire, raising environmental concerns over lithium battery safety and whether such incidents are factored into EVs' environmental impact.Tesla Robo-Taxi Glitches Spark Regulatory Scrutiny (02:00:36 – 02:07:42)Videos show Tesla's driverless taxis behaving erratically, including stopping in intersections and veering off course. Observers criticize the premature rollout and ineffective safety measures.Markets Shrug Off U.S.-Israel Strike on Iran (02:25:30 – 02:27:04)Gold, silver, oil, and Bitcoin show minimal reaction to joint U.S.-Israel strikes, suggesting either disbelief in the severity of events or market manipulation by major financial actors.Christian Zionism Criticized as Political Idolatry (02:48:33 – 02:52:57)Christian Zionism is condemned as a distortion of theology, accused of leading believers to support war and foreign interventions at the expense of persecuted Christian communities.Pro-Israel Loyalty Test in Conservative Politics (02:52:58 – 03:01:38)Conservative figures are accused of prioritizing loyalty to Israel over American interests. A generational shift is predicted as younger conservatives push back against foreign entanglements.BIS vs IMF: Stablecoin Suppression and CBDC Agenda (03:01:39 – 03:03:04)The BIS targets stablecoins in what's described as a battle over who will control future digital money, with CBDCs positioned as tools of global financial dominance.Bitcoin Seen as Hedge Against Fiat Collapse (03:03:05 – 03:07:01)Extreme Bitcoin price forecasts are discussed in the context of fiat currency debasement, with Bitcoin framed as a finite refuge from an increasingly unstable monetary system.Self-Driving Cars as Surveillance and Control Tools (03:13:14 – 03:18:00)Explores how autonomous vehicles collect and transmit driver data, affect social credit scores, and raise concerns about accountability, privacy, and control.War Powers Debate: Trump, Iran, and Congressional Authority (03:18:01 – 03:24:17)Critiques Trump's bombing of Iran without Congressional approval and rebuts claims by Mike Johnson and J.D. Vance that the War Powers Resolution limits presidential authority.MAGA Civil War: Candace Owens vs. Trump on Vaccines and Israel (03:24:18 – 03:29:55) Candace Owens distances herself from Trump over foreign policy while she gave him a pass on Warp Speed vaccines, with commentary on her past praise and growing populist pushback.Trump's Nobel Peace Prize Nomination Mocked (03:30:40 – 03:31:35) Trump is nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize following the Iran ceasefire, provoking ridicule given his role in launching strikes days earlier.Mark Levin vs. Steve Bannon: Neocon Populist Feud over Israel (03:34:20 – 03:39:01)Levin calls for escalated military support for Israel, while Bannon and populist circles reject U.S. involvement. The rift signals deeper ideological divides on the right.Damage from Iranian Missile Strikes on Israel (03:45:10 – 03:47:55)Reports and footage highlight destruction caused by Iranian retaliation, while commentary accuses elites of profiting from wars at civilian expense.Iranian Officials Reported Dead Resurface (03:48:40 – 03:50:35) High-ranking Iranian figures previously declared dead by Israeli sources are shown to be alive, raising doubts about the success of targeted strikes.Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

Pete Hegseth decimates fake news about the Iran strikes at a press conference Thursday morning. DNI Tulsi Gabbard has reportedly been sidelined from briefings to Congress over the success of the strikes. A “Cobra Kai” actor confronts co-star Martin Kove over biting her on set. Jamaal Bowman says black people suffer from heart disease and obesity because they carry the stress of being called the ‘N' word every day. Eric Adams plans to run as an independent, which will make Zohran Mamdani the next Mayor of New York City. Dana still can't believe Andrew Cuomo ran for mayor. Jasmine Crockett mocks Melania Trump's visa and modeling career during a Congressional hearing. Rep. Jayapal accidentally tweets absolute falsehoods about a pregnant woman being detained by ICE. Texans are turning on Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick over his stance banning THC.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Relief Factorhttps://ReliefFactor.com OR CALL 1-800-4-RELIEFTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Goldcohttps://DanaLikesGold.com Protect your financial future with my trusted gold company—get your GoldCo 2025 Gold & Silver Kit today, and you could qualify for up to 10% in bonus silverByrnahttps://byrna.com/danaGet your hands on the new compact Byrna CL. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/DanaVeterans, Active Duty Military & First Responders get 15% OFF monthly. PLUS get a FREE MONTH of service code DANAHumanNhttps://humann.comFind both the new SuperBerine and the #1 bestselling SuperBeets Heart Chews at Sam's Club!KelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.comSee the third generation of the iconic SUB2000 and the NEW PS57 - KelTec Innovation & Performance at its bestAll Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/DanaCode Dana20 for 20% off your entire orderPreBornhttps://Preborn.com/DanaWith your help, we can hit the goal of 1,000 ultrasounds by the end of June! Just dial #250 and say “Baby”

Dana reacts to Jasmine Crockett mocking Melania Trump's visa and modeling career during a Congressional hearing. Meanwhile, Jamaal Bowman says black people suffer from heart disease and obesity because they carry the stress of being called the ‘N' word every day. Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Relief Factorhttps://ReliefFactor.com OR CALL 1-800-4-RELIEFTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Goldcohttps://DanaLikesGold.com Protect your financial future with my trusted gold company—get your GoldCo 2025 Gold & Silver Kit today, and you could qualify for up to 10% in bonus silverByrnahttps://byrna.com/danaGet your hands on the new compact Byrna CL. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/DanaVeterans, Active Duty Military & First Responders get 15% OFF monthly. PLUS get a FREE MONTH of service code DANAHumanNhttps://humann.comFind both the new SuperBerine and the #1 bestselling SuperBeets Heart Chews at Sam's Club!KelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.comSee the third generation of the iconic SUB2000 and the NEW PS57 - KelTec Innovation & Performance at its bestAll Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/DanaCode Dana20 for 20% off your entire orderPreBornhttps://Preborn.com/DanaWith your help, we can hit the goal of 1,000 ultrasounds by the end of June! Just dial #250 and say “Baby”

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Analysis of the recent American B-2 bomber strike on Iran's nuclear sites, exploring claims of destroyed facilities, disputed material relocations, and geopolitical fallout. Unpacking Washington's decision bypassing Congressional consultation, reactions from lawmakers including calls for impeachment under the War Powers Act, and Tehran's declaration that all retaliatory options remain...

Criminal Complaint Filed Over 'Warp Speed Cancer' (01:00:45 – 01:07:05)A complaint filed in France alleges mRNA vaccines caused deadly turbo cancers, implicating global health agencies while ignoring U.S. officials who enabled vaccine rollout. The term 'Warp Speed Cancer' is used to link aggressive cancers with the vaccine campaign.FDA Study Finds Excess DNA in COVID Vaccines (01:12:06 – 01:14:00)An FDA study confirms high levels of DNA contamination in Pfizer's mRNA vaccine, raising concerns over cancer risk and regulatory negligence. Critics compare the lax response to how pollution or car emissions would be handled.COVID Vaccine Removed from CDC Schedule for Children (01:25:54 – 01:27:49)RFK Jr. announces removal of COVID vaccines from the CDC schedule for healthy children and pregnant women, though skepticism is expressed over the true intent and lingering influence of vaccine advocates.CDC Panel Head Accused of Downplaying Vaccine Injuries (01:33:12 – 01:36:50)The new CDC vaccine panel head is criticized for opposing pauses on J&J shots and ignoring adverse event reports, leading to claims of pro-vaccine bias and lack of transparency about injury risks.Cargo Ship Fire Tied to EV Battery Hazards (01:53:00 – 01:59:30)An EV-laden cargo ship sinks after a prolonged fire, raising environmental concerns over lithium battery safety and whether such incidents are factored into EVs' environmental impact.Tesla Robo-Taxi Glitches Spark Regulatory Scrutiny (02:00:36 – 02:07:42)Videos show Tesla's driverless taxis behaving erratically, including stopping in intersections and veering off course. Observers criticize the premature rollout and ineffective safety measures.Markets Shrug Off U.S.-Israel Strike on Iran (02:25:30 – 02:27:04)Gold, silver, oil, and Bitcoin show minimal reaction to joint U.S.-Israel strikes, suggesting either disbelief in the severity of events or market manipulation by major financial actors.Christian Zionism Criticized as Political Idolatry (02:48:33 – 02:52:57)Christian Zionism is condemned as a distortion of theology, accused of leading believers to support war and foreign interventions at the expense of persecuted Christian communities.Pro-Israel Loyalty Test in Conservative Politics (02:52:58 – 03:01:38)Conservative figures are accused of prioritizing loyalty to Israel over American interests. A generational shift is predicted as younger conservatives push back against foreign entanglements.BIS vs IMF: Stablecoin Suppression and CBDC Agenda (03:01:39 – 03:03:04)The BIS targets stablecoins in what's described as a battle over who will control future digital money, with CBDCs positioned as tools of global financial dominance.Bitcoin Seen as Hedge Against Fiat Collapse (03:03:05 – 03:07:01)Extreme Bitcoin price forecasts are discussed in the context of fiat currency debasement, with Bitcoin framed as a finite refuge from an increasingly unstable monetary system.Self-Driving Cars as Surveillance and Control Tools (03:13:14 – 03:18:00)Explores how autonomous vehicles collect and transmit driver data, affect social credit scores, and raise concerns about accountability, privacy, and control.War Powers Debate: Trump, Iran, and Congressional Authority (03:18:01 – 03:24:17)Critiques Trump's bombing of Iran without Congressional approval and rebuts claims by Mike Johnson and J.D. Vance that the War Powers Resolution limits presidential authority.MAGA Civil War: Candace Owens vs. Trump on Vaccines and Israel (03:24:18 – 03:29:55) Candace Owens distances herself from Trump over foreign policy while she gave him a pass on Warp Speed vaccines, with commentary on her past praise and growing populist pushback.Trump's Nobel Peace Prize Nomination Mocked (03:30:40 – 03:31:35) Trump is nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize following the Iran ceasefire, provoking ridicule given his role in launching strikes days earlier.Mark Levin vs. Steve Bannon: Neocon Populist Feud over Israel (03:34:20 – 03:39:01)Levin calls for escalated military support for Israel, while Bannon and populist circles reject U.S. involvement. The rift signals deeper ideological divides on the right.Damage from Iranian Missile Strikes on Israel (03:45:10 – 03:47:55)Reports and footage highlight destruction caused by Iranian retaliation, while commentary accuses elites of profiting from wars at civilian expense.Iranian Officials Reported Dead Resurface (03:48:40 – 03:50:35) High-ranking Iranian figures previously declared dead by Israeli sources are shown to be alive, raising doubts about the success of targeted strikes.Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

Tension builds on Capitol Hill as Congressman Hakeem Jeffries fiercely criticizes the Trump administration for restricting classified intelligence after bombings in Iran—arguing the move weakens Congressional oversight and violates the Constitution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, tension builds on Capitol Hill as Congressman Hakeem Jeffries fiercely criticizes the Trump administration for restricting classified intelligence after bombings in Iran—arguing the move weakens Congressional oversight and violates the Constitution. Meanwhile, Real Housewives of Atlanta star Porsha Williams's ex-husband, Simon Guobadia, publicly states he “absolutely regrets” their marriage, claiming that financial motives led to their union and divorce. Switching to entertainment, Warren Ballentine joins the crew to dissect the current state of the Diddy trial, offering legal analysis on witness testimony, jury dynamics, and what comes next. And for true-crime fans, there's exciting news: Da Brat joins Season 4 of American Gangster: Trap Queens as narrator, guiding viewers through captivating stories of female "trap queen" legends on BET+. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to United States of Sweat presented by Choose the Hard Way where politicians and policymakers join us to share stories about fitness, health and the sports they love playing.  In 2008 Tom Perriello won the election to represent Virginia's 5th Congressional district by fewer than 1,000 votes. He later ran for governor of Virginia and he also served as Special Envoy for Sudan and Special Envoy for the Democratic Republic of the Congo & Great Lakes among many other acts of service.  Marathons, 10-day silent retreats, Spartan Races & what happens when you're forced to operate on four hours of sleep a night for a year while making 62 country visits to end a humanitarian crisis--this episode goes deep.  Tom was also the executive director of Open Society Foundations where he met my co-host Jonathan Kaplan.  Jonathan runs Essington Road Strategies, helping organizations navigate Washington, shape policy and manage reputational risk. He also writes Riding With, a newsletter and podcast exploring the intersection of pro cycling, media, business and politics. Find that at ridingwithkaplan.substack.com. The number one way to support Choose the Hard Way is to become a paid subscriber to my substack, alwaysthehardway.substack.com. That's where I share my reflections on these interviews and write about engaged mindfulness, bikes and life.  For senior execs, pro athletes, and political leaders, podcasts aren't optional anymore. They're mission-critical. At One Real Voice, I coach leaders 1:1 to help them thrive as storytellers and stand out in the long-form podcast conversations where real influence is built.  When you're ready to be great, DM me @hardwaypod or email hello@onerealvoice.com. Wherever you're listening to this podcast, please subscribe and do humanity a favor when you hit 5 stars.  Now, let's get started with United States of Sweat. Remember, this is the beginning of this project. DM me @hardwaypod on instagram and let me know what you think. 

It's the falsetto that's captured the hearts of music lovers for more than 5 decades now -- and the long list of awards and accolades behind his name affirms that his fandom comes for, well, good "Reasons." A talk with Denver native and East High School graduate Philip Bailey as he reflects on his life and legacy as lead singer of Colorado's adopted hometown band, Earth, Wind and Fire. Also, each year thousands of Coloradans visit the U.S. Capitol, hoping to catch the attention of the state's Congressional delegation. Recently, a lot of those lobbying efforts visits have been about Republicans' huge tax and spending package. 

Mass. Rep. Jim McGovern, a Democrat from the 2nd district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus on the Congressional Corner June 26, 2025.

New York Rep. Paul Tonko of the 20th district speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus on the Congressional Corner on June 26, 2025.

On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne represent the 24th Congressional district in the great state of Texas. Beth served in the 1st Trump administration and is the former mayor of Irving, Texas.

The Wisconsin State Supreme Court came down with two major decisions and people aren't happy including Governor Evers and those who want new Congressional maps. Next, it seems like there are some basic HR errors taking place in the Federal Government regarding now former employees of NOAA. And has he does every Thursday, Civic Media's Jim Santelle joins the show to break down the law related news in the headlines, including a major decisions coming down from The United States Supreme Court and House Democrats are proposing a new bill to crack down on ICE agents being unmasked. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Jane and the show! Guest: Jim Santelle

Olympic-Sports lede-in: Funding of Olympic sports is being used as a bargaining chip as the NCAA seeks Congressional antitrust help. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Analysis of the recent American B-2 bomber strike on Iran's nuclear sites, exploring claims of destroyed facilities, disputed material relocations, and geopolitical fallout. Unpacking Washington's decision bypassing Congressional consultation, reactions from lawmakers including calls for impeachment under the War Powers Act, and Tehran's declaration that all retaliatory options remain...

June 26, 2025 ~ A new poll finds that most Americans disapprove the US strike on Iran and think the President needed Congressional approval. Dennis joins Kevin to discuss this.

On Capitol Hill, senators questioned President Trump’s budget director over the administration's request to claw back funds for foreign aid and public media. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Eric and Eliot host a special Shield of the Republic episode to discuss the Iranian response to Trump's strike on Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. They assess the largely symbolic Iranian attack on al Udeid Air Base in Qatar as an attempt to take an off ramp from further escalation as they did in the aftermath of the Soleimani strike in 2020. They also touch on why Trump did it, the difficulties of bomb damage assessment, what happened to the HEU and are there other Iranian facilities, the Israeli intelligence brief, the cracks in MAGA, Trump's sudden endorsement of regime change and the hypocrisy of those calling for a Congressional vote to legitimize the actions given their prior support for Obama's operation in Libya and Clinton's campaigns in Bosnia and Kosovo all of which took place without a vote. Eliot's Latest in The Atlantic: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2025/06/trump-iran/683287/ Eric (with Reuel Marc Gerecht and Ray Takeyh) in Foreign Affairs: https://www.foreignaffairs.com/iran/right-path-regime-change-iran Where Does Iran Go Now? (The New York Times): https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/23/opinion/iran-iranians-regime.html Inside the spy dossier that led Israel to war (The Economist): https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2025/06/18/inside-the-spy-dossier-that-led-israel-to-war Shield of the Republic is a Bulwark podcast co-sponsored by the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia.

On Capitol Hill, senators questioned President Trump’s budget director over the administration's request to claw back funds for foreign aid and public media. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

On today's show Andrew and Bill begin with PRC perspectives on the past two weeks of attacks on Iran. Topics include: Dispelling notions that U.S. involvement was welcomed by the PRC, why regional stability in the Middle East is stressed in every PRC statement, and how Iran and other PRC partners may view China's inaction over the last few weeks. From there: President William Lai delivers the first of ten speeches on national unity in Taiwan, the PRC offers a blistering response, and it may be time to brace for a rocky summer. At the end: The London agreement between the U.S. and China is under duress, EU leaders sound increasingly hawkish as the EU-China summit looms, Trump gives TikTok its third extension, and Congressional testimony brings the PRC swimming scandal back to the spotlight.

BEST OF - A leaked intel report claims Iran's nuclear program was not heavily impacted by U.S. strikes, ABC News Correspondent Jordana Miller joins live from Israel to give the latest on the ceasefire between Israel and Iran, National Correspondent Rory O'Neill gives the latest on the ceasefire between Israel and Iran, recap of yesterday's Congressional hearings, Alligator Alcatraz set to open next week.

Tori Branum has made a name for herself in social media as a 2nd Amendment advocate, and now the Dublin Ga resident wants to be your next 12th district Congressional representative. She intends to run against incumbent Rick Allen, and appeared this week to make her case.

President Trump and his Cabinet say Iran's nuclear program was "devastated," "obliterated," and "destroyed" by U.S. strikes this weekend. But the reality is it's much more complicated. As Iran and Israel enter a fragile ceasefire, we discuss just how effective this military action was. Plus, how is Congress responding. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, Congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior science editor and correspondent Geoff Brumfiel. This podcast was produced by Bria Suggs and edited by Lexie Schapitl. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

In this member-exclusive Opinionpalooza episode of Amicus, Dahlia Lithwick and co-host Mark Joseph Stern discuss the Supreme Court's shadow docket decision in the case of DHS vs. DVD, which allows for the deportation of migrants to third countries without due process or notice, despite the potential for torture and death. The Supreme Court's majority chose the opaque system of an unsigned, unargued, unbriefed and unreasoned order to issue a body-blow to the rule of law, undermining lower court rulings and Congressional statutes, specifically the Convention Against Torture. Dahlia and Mark discuss the Supreme Court's accelerating trend of granting sweeping powers to the executive branch without proper justification, all while the Trump  administration continues its pattern of defying lower court orders. Not great! Also not great? A brand new whistleblower report from a former rising star at the Department of Justice, claiming that Trump judicial nominee and current senior DoJ official, Emil Bove, deliberately ordered subordinates  to defy court orders. This is a member-exclusive bonus episode, part of Amicus' Opinionpalooza coverage of the end of the Supreme Court term. Listen to it now by subscribing to Slate Plus. By joining, not only will you unlock weekly bonus episodes of Amicus—you'll also access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Amicus show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/amicusplus to get access wherever you listen. If you are already a member, consider a donation or merchAlso! Sign up for Slate's Legal Brief: the latest coverage of the courts and the law straight to your inbox. Delivered every Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The history of the Brazilian gymnastics program, from its humble beginnings in the 1970s to Olympic glory in 2024 This week's episode is a commission from our Olympic Fantasy Gymnastics winner, Liam, who wants us to discuss the history of Brazilian gymnastics. From trailblazers like Daiane dos Santos and Daniele Hypolito who put Brazilian gymnastics on the map, to the current stars, Flavia Saraiva and Rebeca Andrade. GymCastic LIVE in CHICAGO: Tickets on sale now Get Tickets Setting the Scene How the Brazilian teams of recent years embody the energy of badass, confident adult women who do gymnastics as a team sport Why we think Marta Karolyi would probably hate the 2024 Brazilian Olympic team (in the most complimentary way possible) The early days of Brazilian Gymnastics When did Brazil send its first team to Worlds? Why we need a Brazilian gymnastics shrine dedicated to Claudia Costa How did the program start gaining momentum during the 1980s? The tumultuous 1990s: from finishing dead last at 1991 Worlds, to defeating the United States at the 1997 Pan Am Championships, what was going on in these years? The Pioneers of Career Longevity Nearly every Brazilian gymnast who has ever won a World or Olympic medal has continued with the sport past age 25. What does this tell us about the program's emphasis on career longevity? What do Jade Barbosa and Oksana Chusovitina have in common? Hint: it's more than just being a great vaulter The First Stars of Brazilian Gymnastics Daniele Hypolito wins Brazil's first-ever World medal at 2001 Worlds and finishes fourth all-around How the success of 2003 Worlds put Brazil on the gymnastics map thanks to greats like Daiane dos Santos and Lais Souza Innovative skills throughout the years from Dos Santos's piked double-arabian to Oliveira's double-arabian pike half-out The Birth of a Powerhouse Brazil starts bringing foreign coaches in: Oleg Ostapenko, Iryna Illyashenko, how did this contribute to Brazil's rise? Jade Barbosa's incredible senior debut at 2007 Worlds, winning Brazil's first-ever all-around medal In 2008, the powerhouse team of Jade Barbosa, Ana Cláudia Silva, Ethiene Franco, Laís Souza, Daniele Hypólito, and Daiane dos Santos helped Brazil qualify to the Olympic team finals for the first time EVERRR Controversies and DRAAMMAA Did you know Daiane dos Santos had a 5-month ban in 2009-2010 for diuretic usage following a surgery? Jade Barbosa was taken out of the London Olympics because of a *checks notes* apparel sponsorship conundrum? Gymnastics sabotage??!! That time someone cut the power at Brazilian Nationals Struggling Towards the Rio Olympics Era (2012-2015) Things were looking rough heading into the Rio quad No World or Olympic all-around finalists in 2012, 2013, 2014 Brazil did not automatically qualify a team to the Rio Olympics The emergence of Rebeca Andrade, Flavia Saraiva, and Lorrane Oliveira and how their success reshaped the program The Rio Olympic Games (2016) What were the expectations for this team heading into a home Olympic Games? Could Brazil have medalled as a team here? What were the standout performances? Event finals? The Perseverance Era (2017-2020) Rebeca Andrade has not one, but two more ACL tears (2017, 2019) No World or Olympic medals between Barbosa's 2010 vault and Andrade's 2021 Tokyo performance The Age of Brazil (2021-present) Rebeca Andrade's amazing comeback performance at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, taking all-around silver and vault gold 2021 Kitakyushu Worlds: Rebeca's strategy to protect her body and play the long game Andrade wins her first World vault title 2022 Liverpool Worlds: Andrade takes home vault gold, floor bronze, and a fourth-place team placement 2023 Antwerp Worlds: The Brazilian team takes home SIX medals Team silver, Andrade all-around silver, vault gold, beam bronze, floor silver and bronze The Paris Olympic Games Brazil's historic team final performance, Andrade's floor gold, all-around silver, and vault silver What Are the Next Steps for Brazil? Building depth Remember the cautionary tales of the Romanian and Australian programs: don't be too reliant upon veterans to come and save the day; you need to invest in the next generation! Should Brazil's 2025 Pan American Championships performance worry us? Do we think there will be a "Rebeca Andrade effect" in Brazil and inspire more young kids to try gymnastics? Thanks to our sponsor, Huel. Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF + a FREE Gift with code GymCastic at https://huel.com/GymCastic  (Minimum $75 purchase) BONUS CONTENT  Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a gift!) for access to weekly Behind the Scenes Q&A show. Club Gym Nerd members can watch the podcast being recorded and get access to all of our exclusive extended interviews, early bird discounts on live shows, two extra podcasts: Behind The Scenes and College & Cocktails. 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Time is running short for Capitol Hill Republicans hoping to pass President Trump’s massive tax and spending plan by his self-imposed deadline. Republicans don't need a single Democratic vote if they can keep their side of the aisle united. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Plus: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reaffirms wait-and-see posture on rate cuts during Congressional hearings. U.S. consumer confidence slipped in June. And, U.S. home prices rose at the slowest annual pace in nearly two years as mortgage prices continued to stretch affordability. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SummaryGlobally, hundreds of millions of people experience hunger, and the majority of those are found in armed conflict zones like Sudan, Yemen, and Gaza. A problem this size can make us feel powerless, but there are many reasons to engage and feel hope. In this episode, we talk with Rebecca Middleton, Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer of World Food Program USA. She tells us about the UN World Food Programme, which delivers aid to places no one else can reach. She explains how U.S. food assistance serves as powerful diplomacy and discusses practical ways to combat hunger through advocacy and support. We also learn about her career going from a Congressional staffer, to lobbying, and on to a vocation in hunger advocacy that was providentially guided. We also address how to help fight hunger while managing empathy fatigue in our suffering-saturated world.About Our GuestRebecca Middleton is the Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer for World Food Program USA, where she and her team work to educate Members of Congress and their staff on the importance of U.S. government support for the U.N. World Food Program. She brings more than 25 years of experience in policy, advocacy, and strategy to the role.Rebecca began her career in Washington, DC, in 1997 as a Senior Legislative Assistant for Congressman Frank Wolf. Five years later she joined the public affairs firm Cassidy & Associates and quickly became Vice President, managing federal lobbying strategy and tactics for a variety of clients including Fortune 500 companies and organizations in the technology, health care, and defense industries.Rebecca combined her advocacy and management expertise with her longstanding passion for eradicating hunger in 2013 when she joined the Alliance to End Hunger as its COO; she became its Executive Director in 2016. Rebecca joined World Food Program USA in July of 2020.Rebecca holds a BA in political science and English from Mary Washington College. She serves on several boards including as treasurer of the Alliance to End Hunger.Useful LinksAbout Rebecca Middleton: https://www.wfpusa.org/people/rebecca-middleton/World Food Program USA: https://www.wfpusa.orgUN World Food Programme: https://www.wfp.orgAlliance to End Hunger: http://www.alliancetoendhunger.orgWrite to Congress about Global Food Aid: https://wfpusa.quorum.us/campaign/2505_RES_ERT_Advocacy_Web/2024 Global Report on Food Crises: https://www.wfp.org/publications/global-report-food-crises-grfcPleasant Pictures MusicJoin the Pleasant Pictures Music Club to get unlimited access to high-quality, royalty-free music for all of your projects. Use the discount code HOWTOHELP15 for 15% off your first year.

AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a delay of Congressional briefings on Iran.

Time is running short for Capitol Hill Republicans hoping to pass President Trump’s massive tax and spending plan by his self-imposed deadline. Republicans don't need a single Democratic vote if they can keep their side of the aisle united. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Join us for a conversation with Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE). As a Member of the House Armed Services Committee, Rep. Bacon chairs the subcommittee on Cyber, Information Technologies, and Innovation, while also serving on the Tactical Air and Land Forces and the Strategic Forces subcommittees. Rep. Bacon is a retired Air Force brigadier general who served 29 years in assignments including Director of ISR Strategy, Plans, Doctrine and Force Development; command of 55th Wing and the 435th Air Base Wing; Chief of Special Operations and Intelligence Information, Multi-National Force, Iraq; and Commander, 55th Electronic Combat Group. This will be an incredibly informative conversation focusing on defense through a Congressional lens.

June 24, 2025 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell talks with Chris and Lloyd about tensions rising in the Middle East after U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, the importance of national security and the need for bipartisan cooperation, and much more.

Send us a textIn this “please ask, I will tell” episode, Ernest explores the war Trump has started in the Middle East, about that bombshell Tucker Carlson interview with Ted Cruz, SCOTUS goes full anti-LGBTQ, Philly's potential Congressional battle race, the solid return of Cardi B (hopefully), and much more.Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.

America's weekend airstrikes against three Iranian nuclear facilities earned unanimous praise from Montana's Republican congressional delegation.

In this week's episode of High on Home Grown, we bring you the latest cannabis headlines from around the globe: Macky reports on a move by UK authorities to reclassify a chemical found in cannabis, with changes potentially on the horizon. He also covers a tragic case where a father accused of murdering his baby lied to police about his cannabis use. Margaret looks at a developing lawsuit against a cannabis company, where consumers claim the business failed to properly warn about its products. She also highlights new research linking cannabis withdrawal to psychiatric complications in hospital patients. John brings positive news out of the US, where Texas has become the 40th state to legalize medical cannabis. He also discusses a new Congressional report suggesting that lawmakers—not just the DEA—could fast-track cannabis rescheduling. Unfortunately, Billy is still feeling under the weather and couldn't join us this week. Tune in for in-depth discussion and analysis of these important stories affecting cannabis users, patients, and advocates worldwide. Come and join in the discussion about any of these news articles on our cannabis growing forum, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links.  Website: https://highonhomegrown.com Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you enjoy this episode.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are NBA champs for the first time in franchise history.Utilities and regulators say energy demand in Oklahoma is expected to skyrocket.Oklahoma's Congressional delegation reacts to the bombing of nuclear sites in Iran.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Bluesky and Instagram at @KOSURadio.

Greg Bishop shares reaction from members of Congress from Illinois to the weekend bombing President Donald Trump ordered on Iran.

Kevin Hincks reporting from Cboe Global Markets discusses what impact investors and traders can expect to see as they gauge response to U.S. bombing several key Iranian nuclear sites. As he spoke ahead of Monday's open, equity futures rallied back to positive territory with crude oil flattening back to the unchanged line. Kevin cautions that markets will play out in real time on any headline news, including key economic data this week and Jerome Powell's Congressional testimony.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was in a Congressional hearing yesterday and the lib craziness was out in full force. Also: The Supreme Court made a landmark ruling on the mutilation of children and I'll have HANS VON SPAKOVSKY on to discuss this and more. Supreme Court Greenlights Tennessee's Ban On Sex-Change Procedures For Kids ⁠https://dailycaller.com/2025/06/18/united-states-skrmetti-ruling-child-sex-change/⁠ Justice Thomas Bluntly Chastises Judges For Blind Faith In ‘Self-Described Experts' ⁠https://dailycaller.com/2025/06/18/justice-thomas-bluntly-chastises-judges-for-blind-faith-in-self-described-experts/⁠ White House Pressures Congress To Pass ‘Beautiful' Bill By July 4 Though Hurdles Remain ⁠https://dailycaller.com/2025/06/18/white-house-congress-big-beautiful-bill-july-4/⁠ Sponsors:Beam - ⁠shopbeam.com⁠ slash VINCESHOWMoink - MoinkBox dot com/VINCEBon Charge - ⁠boncharge.com⁠ and use the code VINCEBlackout Coffee - BlackoutCoffee.com/Vince Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thursday, June 19th, 2025Today, the Supreme Court deals a stunning setback to trans rights as it upholds Tennessee's ban on transgender healthcare for minors; cuts to FEMA are hammering communities that voted for Trump; the fed refuse to cut interest rates despite pressure from Trump to do so; the Small Business Administration is flying the far right appeal to heaven flag; the President is really mad a Pete Hegseth for his squeaky squeaky tank parade; Russ Vought eyes a rarely used power to override Congressional spending; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, PiqueGet 10% off for life with the link piquelife.com/dailybeans.MSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueAllison Gill Live With Adam Klasfeld | muellershewrote.comCheck out Dana's social media campaign highlighting LGBTQ+ heroes every day during Pride Month -  Dana Goldberg (@dgcomedy.bsky.social)Guest: Molly Jong-FastMolly encourages all to find her book at a local independent books store, and if it's not available, you can request it.How to Lose Your Mother by Molly Jong-Fast - Penguin Random HouseE-Book - How to Lose Your Mother, Audio Book - How to Lose Your Mother Audiobook | Libro.fmFast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast - Podcast - Apple PodcastsMolly Jong-Fast (@mollyjongfast.bsky.social) - BlueskyMolly Jong-Fast (@mollyjongfast) · Instagram StoriesSCOTUS Allows For Trans Discrimination In Medical Care: A Full Analysis Of Today's Ruling | Erin In The MorningTrump Official Eyes Power of Rescission to Override Congress on Spending | The New York TimesFederal Reserve holds interest rates, defying Trump's demand to lower them | The GuardianCuts to FEMA's storm prep program hammer communities that voted for Trump | CBS NewsMigrant deported to El Salvador after DPS labeled him a member of Tren de Aragua without evidence, lawyer says | The Texas TribuneFar-Right ‘Appeal to Heaven' Flag Flown Above Government Agency in DC | WIREDTrump ‘Reamed Out' Hegseth for Flop Birthday Parade: Author | Daily BeastGood Trouble: From an anonymous listener: Georgia comrades: #DougCollins will be speaking:June 29th at 10:30am - The Church of the Apostles3585 Northside Parkway,Atlanta, Georgia 30327404-842-0200Would hate if they got a ton of phone calls against Doug and protestors. That would suck.Proton Mail: Get a free email account with privacy and encryptionFind Upcoming Demonstrations And Actions50501 MovementNoKings.orgIndivisible.orgFederal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewrote , Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote,Dana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyCheck out other MSW Media podcastsShows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 podSubscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on SubstackThe BreakdownFrom The Good News'No Kings' protest brings national voices to Downtown Madison | Top Stories | wkow.comHumane SocietyReminder - 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 Federal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.Share your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good Trouble Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewrote , Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote,Dana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

Welcome to the skeptic's guide to impeachment. Why is a third impeachment effort of Trump necessary? Because demanding impeachment puts every member of Congress on trial, revealing who we can trust and who is bought off.  Meet unanimous consent: the Senate's dirty little secret, and the power Democrats refuse to use. Imagine if all it took to stop the Senate in its tracks was one simple word: No. Unanimous consent is a very real procedural quirk that gives every single senator, regardless of party or seniority, enormous power. All they have to do is deny consent. Just say no, and legislative business slows to a crawl. Now here's the catch: Republicans use this tool constantly. Democrats? Almost never. And that's not because they can't; it's because they choose not to. How does unanimous consent work? In the Senate, many of the chamber's archaic rules can be bypassed if no one objects. This process is called unanimous consent. It's used for everything from skipping quorum calls to fast-tracking nominations. The idea is to keep things moving. But here's the shocking part: any senator, at any time, for any reason, can halt this entire process by simply saying, “I object.” Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville famously abused this mechanism to block military promotions for nearly a year. And he paid no price for it. Why? Because it's perfectly within Senate rules. And yet, while authoritarianism rises, civil liberties are under siege, and people are being literally kidnapped off American streets, not a single Democratic senator has used this tool to slow the machinery down. By mid-April, according to Keira Havens, an organizer of Citizens Impeachment, along with former Congressional staffer for Senator Tina Smith of Minnesota, there were already around 500 recorded unanimous consent agreements in the 2025 Congressional Record. That's around 500 times every single senator, including vocal Democrats like Elizabeth Warren and Cory Booker, gave the green light to fast-track Senate business. They could have slowed things down. They didn't. In fact, shortly after Cory Booker gave an impassioned speech in a historic filibuster marathon, the Senate used unanimous consent to speed-track a nominee: Jared Kushner's father, convicted felon Charles Kushner, to become the Ambassador to France. (Poor France!)  Unanimous consent isn't some obscure loophole. It's an incredibly accessible and completely legal form of leverage: a filibuster on easy mode. You don't need to prepare a speech. You don't need to command the floor. Senate Dems just say one word: No. So why aren't Democrats using it? The excuses vary: wait for the midterms, preserve decorum, respect procedure. But these excuses fail a democracy in crisis. There won't be a midterm rescue if authoritarianism cements itself into place now. Senators like Elizabeth Warren and Chris Murphy speak out against abuses of power, but actions speak louder than works, especially under the watchful eye of history. It's time to hold Trump and his lawless administration accountable.  What Can You Do? Start using the hashtag: #DemsJustSayNo Tweet at your senators: @SenWarren, @CoryBooker, @ChrisMurphyCT — Why do you keep consenting 500+ times? Educate others. “Unanimous consent” = silent agreement. Break the silence. Join or support organizing efforts like Citizens Impeachment that are pushing for real accountability. The Senate is designed to give each senator power. But power unused is power surrendered. Republicans understand that. Democrats need to learn fast actions speak louder than words.  They can say no. They should say no. And if they won't, we the people must demand accountability now.  The video of Part II of our discussion will publish on Patreon Monday morning along with the Zoom link for our next Gaslit Nation salon later that day at 4pm ET. See you there!  Show Notes: CitizensImpeachment.com: https://citizensimpeachment.com/ Opening Clip of Rep. Melissa Hortman: Hortman Files House Protest Over Legislature's Treatment Of Women https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1B7kashnD0&t=1s Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman Calls Out White Male Colleagues https://www.teenvogue.com/story/melissa-hortman-calls-out-white-male-colleagues-minnesota Clip of Brad Lander: https://bsky.app/profile/hellgatenyc.com/post/3lrtdzsz4ps2q The two Michael Wolff interviews referenced towards the end of the interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z21Tj19JYag https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRjGoZQShB0 The lawmakers using taxpayer money to pay for ads https://citizensimpeachment.com/ Charles Kushner Senate Vote Confirmation: https://www.congress.gov/nomination/119th-congress/24/4 ICE agents storm Irvine couple's home in search for answers about posters placed around LA https://abc7.com/post/ice-agents-storm-michael-changs-parents-irvine-home-search-answers-posters-placed-around-la/16298909/ EVENTS AT GASLIT NATION: NEW! We now have a Minnesota Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other. Join on Patreon.  NEW! We now have a Vermont Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other. Join on Patreon. June 30 4pm ET – America has been here before. Book club discussion of Lillian Faderman's The Gay Revolution: The Story of the Struggle NEW! Arizona-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to connect, available on Patreon.  Indiana-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to join, available on Patreon.  Florida-based listeners are going strong meeting in person. Be sure to join their Signal group, available on Patreon.  Have you taken Gaslit Nation's HyperNormalization Survey Yet? Gaslit Nation Salons take place Mondays 4pm ET over Zoom and the first ~40 minutes are recorded and shared on Patreon.com/Gaslit for our community Want to enjoy Gaslit Nation ad-free? 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Jamie Weinstein is joined by Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska to discuss her new book, Far from Home: An Alaskan Senator Faces the Extreme Climate of Washington, D.C., as well as Congress' role in the Iran-Israel conflict. The Agenda:—Lessons learned from Congress—Congressional approval and conflict with Iran—Should the U.S. support regime change?—Trump's Big Beautiful Bill—Political retribution from President Trump—January 6: ‘You cannot unsee what we saw.'—Age limits in Congress—Optimism for democracy Scheduling Note: This episode's publication was moved up due to the news value of the conversation. The Dispatch Podcast with Jamie Weinstein will return on Monday, June 30. The Dispatch Podcast is a production of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dispatch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including members-only newsletters, bonus podcast episodes, and regular livestreams—⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices