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The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert
Rep. Jasmine Crockett On Congressional Democrats

The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 8:03


Rep. Jasmine Crockett, the sophomore Democratic Congresswoman from Texas, reacts to the Trump administration's threat to arrest congresspeople and indicates she and her colleagues are up for the fight. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ben Shapiro Show
Ep. 2200 - What's In The Trump BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL?

The Ben Shapiro Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 76:00


We examine the contents of the House version of President Trump's Big, Beautiful Bill; President Trump makes deals in Qatar; and RFK goes to war with Congressional Democrats. Click here to join the member-exclusive portion of my show: https://bit.ly/3WDjgHE Ep.2200 - - - Facts Don't Care About Your Feelings - - - DailyWire+: Join us at https://dailywire.com/subscribe and become a part of the rebellion against the ridiculous. Normal is back. And this time, we're keeping it. The hit podcast, Morning Wire, is now on Video! Watch Now and subscribe to their YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/42SxDJC Get your Ben Shapiro merch here: https://bit.ly/3TAu2cw - - - Today's Sponsors: Perplexity is an AI-powered answer engine that searches the internet to deliver fast, unbiased, high-quality answers, with sources and in-line citations. Ask Perplexity anything here: https://pplx.ai/benshapiro ExpressVPN - Go to https://expressvpn.com/ben and find out how you can get 4 months of ExpressVPN free! Lifelock - Join now and save up to 40% your first year. Call 1 (800) LifeLock and use promo code BEN or go to https://LifeLock.com/BEN for 40% off. Terms apply. Bambee - Right now, get one month of Bambee for just ONE DOLLAR! Go to https://Bambee.com and type in 'Ben Shapiro' under Podcast to schedule your first call with an HR Manager RIGHT NOW! SimpliSafe - Visit https://SIMPLISAFE.com/SHAPIRO to claim 50% off a new system with a professional monitoring plan and get your first month free.  Birch Gold - Text BEN to 989898 for your free information kit. - - - Socials: Follow on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3cXUn53 Follow on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3QtuibJ Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3TTirqd Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPyBiB - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy

Watchdog on Wall Street
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Drops TRUTH BOMBS on Medicare Abuse, NIH Corruption & Illegal Immigrant Benefits

Watchdog on Wall Street

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 2:41


LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featuredRobert F. Kennedy Jr. delivered a brutal takedown of Congressional Democrats during his latest testimony—calling out the corruption, the scare tactics, and the outright lies about Medicaid, the NIH, and healthcare for illegal immigrants. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Pat Gray Unleashed
Cocaine Cover-Up or Handkerchief Hustle? Macron's Train Trick | 5/12/25

Pat Gray Unleashed

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 100:45


The Trump administration brokers a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Russia and Ukraine will meet on Thursday at the insistence of President Trump. U.S. trade representatives make a deal with China as new tariffs get paused. Bill Maher calls out his Democrat Party for siding with terrorists. Congressional Democrats storm the ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey. The Trump administration is cracking down on immigration in new ways. James O'Keefe calls out Attorney General Pam Bondi. FBI Director Kash Patel discusses the Jeffrey Epstein case. HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy wants religious objections respected in the world of vaccines. Will the "big, beautiful bill" get passed by July 4, and what exactly will be in it? Drug costs about to be slashed via Trump executive order? European leaders caught with cocaine on a train?? Why is President Trump accepting a plane from Qatar?? How Joe Biden covered up injuries to U.S. troops on the "Gaza Pier." Update on Abrego Garcia (aka Maryland Man). Confirmed yet again … Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) is a racist. Russian satellite crashes to Earth. Audio of Joe Biden's terrible Hur interview to be released? 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED 00:26 New Pat Gray BINGO! Card 07:21 America Has a Deal with China According to Scott Bessent 11:59 Bill Maher on the State of the Democrat Party 19:12 Democrats Want to Burn Down the City 20:50 LaMonica McIver Fights ICE Agents 21:58 LaMonica McIver Plays the Victim Card 23:16 Al Sharpton is Upset that White Africans are Coming to America 24:12 President Donald Trump's Special Message for Illegals in America 26:46 Pete Hegseth on the Border Crisis 31:33 Stephen Miller on Habeas Corpus 34:53 John Kennedy Asks Kash Patel about Jeffrey Epstein 36:33 James O'Keefe on Pam Bondi & the Epstein Files 42:39 Patty Murray vs. Kash Patel 45:06 RFK Jr. on MMR Vaccines 54:03 Thomas Massie on DOGE Savings 56:57 Matt Gaetz talks China Making US Drugs 1:05:36 White Baggy on the Table? 1:10:24 American Hostage to be Set Free 1:12:12 Debunking Macron's Cocaine Baggy 1:17:40 Getting a New Air Force One from Qatar? 1:23:16 More Biden Cover-Ups? 1:31:27 The Sky is Falling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Weekend
The Weekend April 27 8a: "Anyone Could be Next"

The Weekend

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 42:22


We're barely 100 days into Trump's second term in office and his approval rating is sinking as Americans criticize the White House's sweeping policy changes. MSNBC contributor Michele Norris and political analyst Brendan Buck discuss. Plus, Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari talks about traveling to El Salvador with fellow Congressional Democrats. 

Only in Seattle - Real Estate Unplugged
Taxpayer Money WASTED: Democrats' El Salvador Trip to Rescue MS-13 Gang Member EXPOSED

Only in Seattle - Real Estate Unplugged

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 20:55


Democrats jetting off to El Salvador to rescue an MS-13 gang member while America's problems pile up at home? Is this what your tax dollars are funding? This episode exposes the absurd virtue-signaling expedition of Congressional Democrats who abandoned their districts to chase down Kilmar Abrego Garcia—a man with MS-13 tattoos and a violent history they're desperately rebranding as just a 'Maryland father.' Watch as Republican lawmakers brilliantly troll these politicians with a mock tourism ad and offers to pay for their trips if they'll live-stream their futile mission. Why are elected officials fighting to bring criminal illegal aliens BACK to America when millions crossed our borders illegally? Is this political theatre really fooling anyone? Hit subscribe, share this video, and let's hold these grandstanding politicians accountable before they bring more criminals back to your neighborhood.

How My View Grew
Nine Suggestions For Facing An American Warlord

How My View Grew

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 14:32


In this episode of How My View Grew, I offer nine ways that leaders of key American institutions—Congressional Democrats, the Supreme Court, universities, and law firms—can act differently when facing a warlord Administration. How do you act toward people whose primary modes are force and intimidation and who honor no laws, constitutions, or norms?**Subscribe to the podcast**To hear the origin stories of more big ideas, subscribe to How My View Grew on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.**Share the love**Leave me a rating or review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Daily Signal News
US/Chinese Tensions, SCOUTS Rules Against Fed Rehires, Dems' Shadow Hearing | April 9, 2025

Daily Signal News

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 12:23


On today's Top News in 10, we cover: The Trump administration sets a blistering 104% tariff on Chinese imports as the trade war escalates. The Supreme Court delivers a third MAJOR ruling in favor of the Trump administration. Congressional Democrats hold a “shadow hearing” to air grievances. Keep Up With The Daily Signal Sign up for our email newsletters: https://www.dailysignal.com/email     Subscribe to our other shows:  The Tony Kinnett Cast: https://www.dailysignal.com/the-tony-kinnett-cast  Problematic Women: https://www.dailysignal.com/problematic-women  The Signal Sitdown: https://www.dailysignal.com/the-signal-sitdown    Follow The Daily Signal:  X: https://x.com/DailySignal  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailysignal/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDailySignalNews/  Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@DailySignal  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DailySignal  Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheDailySignal    Thanks for making The Daily Signal Podcast your trusted source for the day's top news. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed
Daily Signal Podcast: US/Chinese Tensions, SCOUTS Rules Against Fed Rehires, Dems’ Shadow Hearing

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025


On today's Top News in 10, we cover: The Trump administration sets a blistering 104% tariff on Chinese imports as the trade war escalates. The Supreme Court delivers a third MAJOR ruling in favor of the Trump administration. Congressional Democrats hold a “shadow hearing” to air grievances.     Keep Up With The Daily Signal […]

Turley Talks
Ep. 3186 HAPPY LIBERATION DAY as Dems Plunge to LOWEST POLLING EVER!!!

Turley Talks

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 16:33


The congressional Democrats are facing a political disaster as their support plummets to historic lows. Meanwhile, President Trump marks the start of his tariff policy. In this episode, I dive into how Trump's tariffs are set to liberate the American economy, empower working-class voters, and potentially eliminate federal income taxes for many. I also discuss the ongoing decline of the Democratic Party and how their radical positions are alienating the majority of the electorate. --Go to https://ground.news/steve to see through media bias and stay informed. Subscribe through my link for 40% off unlimited access.*The content presented by sponsors may contain affiliate links. When you click and shop the links, Turley Talks may receive a small commission.*Click here to attend the Kingdom Builder's Experience Summit! https://turley.pub/KBELaunchLeave a message for Steve! Call now! 717-844-5984Highlights:“Today marks the official end of the liberal international economic order; tariffs are now the official policy of the nation.”“Trump sees tariffs not so much as negotiation tools or leverage points, but as ‘admission tickets' to the world's economic box seats.”“There's a term that our Courageous Conservative Club members like to use to describe the Democrats - they are devoidists, and they promote devoidism. They are entirely devoid of any viable national issue today. All the national issues that voters support are solidly on the side of Trump and Congressional Republicans.”Timestamps: [01:39] Congressional Democrats polling at historic lows [02:54] Trump's tariffs and “Liberation Day” - the end of the neoliberal economic order[08:31] How tariffs will benefit American citizens[10:53] A poll numerically reflecting the Democrats' 80/20 doom loop--Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and/or leave a review.FOLLOW me on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/DrTurleyTalksSign up for the 'New Conservative Age Rising' Email Alerts to get lots of articles on conservative trends: https://turleytalks.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter**The use of any copyrighted material in this podcast is done so for educational and informational purposes only including parody, commentary, and criticism. See Hosseinzadeh v. Klein, 276 F.Supp.3d 34 (S.D.N.Y. 2017); Equals Three, LLC v. Jukin Media, Inc., 139 F. Supp. 3d 1094 (C.D. Cal. 2015). It is believed that this constitutes a "fair use" of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law.

The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert
Sen. Dem. Ldr. Chuck Schumer | War Blames

The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 36:08


President Trump appears to be turning on National Security Advisor Mike Waltz after initially defending him in the Signal chat scandal, a German newspaper exposed the president's entire national security team for lax online security practices like leaving their Venmo contacts public, and Trump declared himself “the fertilization president.” While Florida debates rolling back child labor laws, the Lone Star State is focused on legislation to control residents' access to sex toys. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer believes that Congressional Democrats are doing all the right things in their efforts to prevent President Trump from implementing his agenda, and he predicts that Trump supporters will eventually turn against the president. Check out his New York Times bestseller, “Antisemitism In America,” available now.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daily Signal News
Gaza Protests, Intelligence Hearings, and Planned Parenthood Funding Freeze | March 26, 2025

Daily Signal News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 12:07


On today's Top News in 10, we cover: Palestinian civilians in Gaza openly protest Hamas' rule. Congressional Democrats make some interesting PR decisions. President Trump prepares to freeze funding for Planned Parenthood. Keep Up With The Daily Signal Sign up for our email newsletters: https://www.dailysignal.com/email     Subscribe to our other shows:  The Tony Kinnett Cast: https://www.dailysignal.com/the-tony-kinnett-cast  Problematic Women: https://www.dailysignal.com/problematic-women  The Signal Sitdown: https://www.dailysignal.com/the-signal-sitdown    Follow The Daily Signal:  X: https://x.com/DailySignal  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailysignal/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDailySignalNews/  Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@DailySignal  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DailySignal  Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheDailySignal    Thanks for making The Daily Signal Podcast your trusted source for the day's top news. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed
Daily Signal Podcast: Gaza Protests, Intelligence Hearings, and Planned Parenthood Funding Freeze

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025


On today's Top News in 10, we cover: Palestinian civilians in Gaza openly protest Hamas' rule. Congressional Democrats make some interesting PR decisions. President Trump prepares to freeze funding for Planned Parenthood.   Keep Up With The Daily Signal   Sign up for our email newsletters: https://www.dailysignal.com/email Subscribe to our other shows:    The Tony […]

The Leslie Marshall Show
Trump Defense Secretary Accidentally Texted a Journalist War Plans on Group Chat with Other Cabinet Members

The Leslie Marshall Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 41:05


The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET. Brad is first joined by Mabinty Quarshie, National Political Reporter for the Washington Examiner. The pair begins their interview by discussing the bombshell report that the Secretary of Defense accidentally texted a reporter IMPENDING WAR PLANS on a non-government group chat that included the Vice President, Secretary of State, National Security Advisor and Homeland Security Advisor!...who all also replied on the thread, with none of them realizing the Reporter was on the thread, in plain sight!!! They also examine Trump's plan to gut the Department of Education, whether his relationship with Elon Musk is becoming strained, and why the Republicans could deeply regret messing with Social Security checks. Then, Mica Soellner, Congressional Reporter for Punchbowl News, talks about the Congressional response to the bombshell Atlantic report about the Trump administration texting a reporter war plans. She and Brad also examine the divisions among Congressional Democrats following Senator Schumer's vote to advance the Republicans' continuing resolution. Brad writes a political column every Sunday for 'The Hill.'  He's on the National Journal's panel of political insiders and is a national political analyst for WGN TV and Radio in Chicago and KNX Radio in Los Angeles. You can read Brad's columns at www.MuckRack.com/Brad-Bannon. His handle on BlueSky is @bradbannon.bsky.social. 

Progressive Voices
Trump Defense Secretary Accidentally Texted a Journalist War Plans on Group Chat with Other Cabinet Members

Progressive Voices

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 41:05


The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET. Brad is first joined by Mabinty Quarshie, National Political Reporter for the Washington Examiner. The pair begins their interview by discussing the bombshell report that the Secretary of Defense accidentally texted a reporter IMPENDING WAR PLANS on a non-government group chat that included the Vice President, Secretary of State, National Security Advisor and Homeland Security Advisor!...who all also replied on the thread, with none of them realizing the Reporter was on the thread, in plain sight!!! They also examine Trump's plan to gut the Department of Education, whether his relationship with Elon Musk is becoming strained, and why the Republicans could deeply regret messing with Social Security checks. Then, Mica Soellner, Congressional Reporter for Punchbowl News, talks about the Congressional response to the bombshell Atlantic report about the Trump administration texting a reporter war plans. She and Brad also examine the divisions among Congressional Democrats following Senator Schumer's vote to advance the Republicans' continuing resolution. Brad writes a political column every Sunday for 'The Hill.'  He's on the National Journal's panel of political insiders and is a national political analyst for WGN TV and Radio in Chicago and KNX Radio in Los Angeles. You can read Brad's columns at www.MuckRack.com/Brad-Bannon. His handle on BlueSky is @bradbannon.bsky.social. 

WBUR News
'We have questions': Mass. residents flood congressional Democrats' town halls, calling for action

WBUR News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 4:03


Hundreds of people angered by national politics are crowding town halls led by members of Massachusetts' all-Democratic congressional delegation. Many are venting frustrations with Democrats' inaction as the Trump administration moves to dismantle or threaten government services.

PBS NewsHour - Full Show
March 19, 2025 – PBS News Hour full episode

PBS NewsHour - Full Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025


Wednesday on the News Hour, Ukraine and Russia agree to a pause in attacks on energy infrastructure in the years-long conflict. The Trump administration ramps up attacks on the federal judiciary despite a rebuke from the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Plus, as Congressional Democrats clash over how to oppose the president's agenda, we speak to Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Tom Sullivan Show
Tom Sullivan Show, March 17th, Hour 3

Tom Sullivan Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 35:44


Democrat polling numbers are at a historic low, especially for Congressional Democrats. Are they stuck placating their woke base or is it time to compromise and work with Republicans?

The NPR Politics Podcast
Roundup: Shutdown Threat, Tariffs & Ukraine

The NPR Politics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 23:40


Congressional Democrats are at odds as to whether or not to support Republican-led efforts to keep the government funded ahead of a Friday deadline. We look at the divisions.Then, the White House expressed support for a ceasefire in Ukraine & pushed for more tariffs on imported goods, and a certain pop star gets a pop-up. This episode: White House correspondents Asma Khalid and Franco Ordoñez, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Bria Suggs & Kelli Wessinger and edited by Casey Morell. 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

1A
The News Roundup For March 14, 2025

1A

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 83:25


Congressional Democrats were split over whether to support the bill that would avert a government shutdown. In the end Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer voted for the bill.A federal judge ordered several federal agencies to rehire tens of thousands of probationary employees who were fired. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff discussed Washington's ceasefire proposal to end the war in Ukraine with Moscow officials. Russian President Vladimir Putin said he was "in favor" and agreed in principle to the plan but has some conditions.The government of Syria's Mohammad Al Sharaa announced a partnership with the Syrian Democratic Forces, a U.S. backed Kurdish rebel group. The move could be key in Syria's rebuilding.Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Connect with us. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

CNN News Briefing
Stopgap spending hurdles, Mahmoud Khalil's case, new Canadian PM & more

CNN News Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 6:29


Congressional Democrats are torn over Chuck Schumer's support for the GOP's government funding bill ahead of a midnight deadline. We have new developments on a Palestinian activist's deportation case. New CDC data shows how big of an impact a large measles outbreak is having in the US. Canada has a new prime minister amid a US trade war. And, new details are emerging in the desperate search for a missing college student. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Daily Beans
Junior Varsity (feat. Rep. Jake Auchincloss)

The Daily Beans

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 68:18


Wednesday, March 12th, 2025Today, Judge Alsup has denied Trump's request to block the under oath testimony of the head of the Office of Personnel Management in court; Republicans in Congress are cobbling together a terrible resolution to fund the government; a Justice Department official was fired when she refused to restore Mel Gibson's gun rights; Ukraine and Russia have agreed to a 30 day ceasefire; a Texas man has been accused of violent assault on an American Airlines flight from Wichita to D.C.; Trump is threatened to double the tariffs on Canadian aluminum and steel in response to their tax hike on our electricity; a court hands Trump his third appellate loss on birthright citizenship; a judge has ordered the urgent release of DOGE records in a FOIA lawsuit; ProPublica has obtained an email from USAID's acting executive secretary directing employees to empty safes and shred documents; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Guest: Rep. Jake Auchincloss (MA-4)Jake Auchincloss | House.govRep. Jake Auchincloss (@repauchincloss.bsky.social) — BlueskyRep. Jake Auchincloss

The Howie Carr Radio Network
Columbia "Student" Wants to Eliminate Western Civilization | 3.11.25 - The Howie Carr Show Hour 1

The Howie Carr Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 38:08


Disturbing messages of Mahmoud Khalil, the former Columbia student detained, are discovered. Despite this, Congressional Democrats and David Hogg continue to defend him in a letter to the Department of Homeland Security.  Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

DMZ America with Ted Rall & Scott Stantis
DMZ America Podcast Ep 196: Dem Dum Dems

DMZ America with Ted Rall & Scott Stantis

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 58:36


In this episode of the DMZ America Podcast, hosts Ted Rall and Scott Stantis dive into the Democrats' alarming ineffectiveness and inability to push back against President Trump, a weakness laid bare by Congressional Democrats' limp reaction to his commanding speech before a joint session of Congress. Rall, a passionate progressive cartoonist, and Stantis, a razor-sharp conservative illustrator, bring their ideological clash to the table, dissecting the party's half-hearted gestures—symbolic votes, vague statements, and little else—that crumble under Trump's relentless drive. The duo debates whether Democrats need to escalate their efforts to reclaim relevance. Rall demands a fiercer approach: nationwide protests, targeted filibusters, and a cohesive message to rally their base. Stantis, skeptical of their spine, questions if they've got the stomach for such a fight or if they're too fractured to unite. Is this just a fleeting stumble after a bruising election, or a chilling omen of the party's decline into irrelevance? With wit and grit, Rall and Stantis explore whether the Democrats can adapt and rise—or if this signals a deeper, existential crisis foreshadowing political doom in an era dominated by Trump's unyielding force.The DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrallWeb: Rall.com

DMZ America with Ted Rall & Scott Stantis
DMZ America Podcast Ep 196: Dem Dum Dems

DMZ America with Ted Rall & Scott Stantis

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 58:36


In this episode of the DMZ America Podcast, hosts Ted Rall and Scott Stantis dive into the Democrats' alarming ineffectiveness and inability to push back against President Trump, a weakness laid bare by Congressional Democrats' limp reaction to his commanding speech before a joint session of Congress. Rall, a passionate progressive cartoonist, and Stantis, a razor-sharp conservative illustrator, bring their ideological clash to the table, dissecting the party's half-hearted gestures—symbolic votes, vague statements, and little else—that crumble under Trump's relentless drive. The duo debates whether Democrats need to escalate their efforts to reclaim relevance. Rall demands a fiercer approach: nationwide protests, targeted filibusters, and a cohesive message to rally their base. Stantis, skeptical of their spine, questions if they've got the stomach for such a fight or if they're too fractured to unite. Is this just a fleeting stumble after a bruising election, or a chilling omen of the party's decline into irrelevance? With wit and grit, Rall and Stantis explore whether the Democrats can adapt and rise—or if this signals a deeper, existential crisis foreshadowing political doom in an era dominated by Trump's unyielding force.The DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrallWeb: Rall.com

The Laura Flanders Show
Congressman Raskin on Trump and Musk: "Instruments of Corruption" and the Fight for Democracy

The Laura Flanders Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 29:02


Maryland Congressman Jamie Raskin outlines his strategy to hold the executive branch accountable and shares his concerns about Trump and Musk's actions in a candid conversation.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: Amidst a hail of executive orders, lay-offs, and threats, Americans are witnessing both early compliance by some of the most powerful institutions in the country, and early resistance, in the courts, in workplaces and in the streets. So where is Congress? In this extended one-on-one interview with Maryland Congressman, Jamie Raskin, the ranking member of the House judiciary committee, lays out his plans for exerting oversight of the executive branch, and describes the Constitutional limits Trump and Musk are running up against. Raskin served on the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol back in 2021 and managed the second impeachment inquiry into Donald Trump. Drawing on history, and even the work of his father, political activist Marcus Raskin, Jamie Raskin says he's “. . . ready to lead Democrats in our front-line defense of democracy and freedom." Plus, a commentary from Laura on art and courage.Guest:  Jamie Raskin, Congressman Maryland's 8th Congressional District; Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, Oversight of the Executive BranchWatch the episode cut airing on PBS stations across the country at our YouTube channelSubscribe to episode notes via PatreonMusic In the Middle:  “Oh Lord” produced by Groove Junkies and Apex Prey, featuring Indeya & Reverend Murrell Garr courtesy of More House Records.  And additional music included- "Steppin" by Podington Bear. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•. Corporate Prison Reform Will Not Keep Us Safe: A Report from Los Angeles: Watch / Listen- Podcast Episode•. Black Journalists on Police Violence: Reporting from the Ground Up: Watch / Listen: Podcast Episode and Full Uncut Conversation  •. Emergent Strategies for Abolition: Andrea J. Ritchie's Toolkit for Activists: Watch / Listen- Podcast EpisodeRelated Articles and Resources:•. A Top Democrat Speaks Out on How the Party Will Fight Trump, by Eugene Daniels, February 15, 2025, Politico• Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Judiciary, Jamie Raskin's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Trump's Lawless, Pro-Corruption Agenda for the Justice Department. February 25, 2025, Democrat House Committee on the Judiciary•  Raskin:  ‘I'm with Steve Bannon and Laura Loomer' and others saying ‘Watch Elon Musk' by Ashleigh Fields, February 4, 2025, The Hill•. Techno-Fascism Comes to America:  The historic parallels that help explain Elon Musk's rampage on the federal government, by Kyle Chayka, Infinite Scroll Columnist, February 26, 2025, The New Yorker•  Congressional Democrats denied entry to USAID building, by Andrew Solender, February 3, 2025, Axios Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

ToddCast Podcast
Democrats Threatening to Disrupt Trump's Address

ToddCast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 114:29


Congressional Democrats are threatening to disrupt President Trump’s address to the nation tonight. They’re nothing more than petulant children. Capitol Police should drag them out of the chamber and toss them out of the building.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UNGOVERNED
THE DEMS ARE IN FREEFALL! | UNGOVERNED 2.21.25

UNGOVERNED

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 58:13


Congressional Democrats are seeing record LOW approval ratings while Congressional GOP sees record highs. Federal Judge allows Trump layoffs of Federal Employees. Hamas paraded the bodies of children in front of supporters, then returned the wrong body in latest hostage exchange. Buses explode in terror attack in Israel. Kash Patel has been officially confirmed, vows to "hunt down" America's enemies as new FBI Director.   Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN!   www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com 

Up To Date
Kansas City Democrats say Trump's mass layoffs have sown 'chaos' in the country

Up To Date

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 25:56


Missouri Rep. Emanuel Cleaver II says that Congressional Democrats have no power to stop the Trump administration's funding cuts and other actions without Republican buy-in. Cleaver and Kansas Rep. Sharice Davids joined Up To Date to discuss the impact of Trump's first month on Kansas City.

The Vermont Conversation with David Goodman
'An attempted coup' — Rep. Becca Balint on Trump's power grab

The Vermont Conversation with David Goodman

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 36:09


Is President Donald Trump staging a coup?“It's certainly an attempted coup, for sure,” Rep. Becca Balint, D-Vt, told The Vermont Conversation.As Trump and billionaire Elon Musk tear through Washington firing thousands of federal workers and shuttering federal agencies, Balint has been drawn out of the halls of Congress to protest in the streets. She joined Congressional Democrats in front of the Department of Education to denounce taking “money away from our kids to give it to billionaires,” and protested in front of the Treasury Department decrying a “hostile takeover.”Speaking outside the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau last week, another agency that Trump is dismantling, Vermont's second term congresswoman said she was there to “represent rural America” and that the CFPB “is protecting all of us from the kind of fraudsters and scammers that are in the White House right now.”Balint, who is the vice ranking member on the House Judiciary Committee, has implored people to “tune in” to what Trump and Musk are doing. “Authoritarians win when we stop paying attention,” she said at the Treasury.Balint spoke with The Vermont Conversation while she was in Vermont this week.“These executive orders, these sweeping orders, many of which run afoul of federal law and the Constitution, it is difficult to look at what is happening and not come to the conclusion that in fact, they are trying to seize power away from everyday Americans, but also power away from the other two branches of government,” she said. “And we saw (Vice President) J.D. Vance this past week making statements that the president actually didn't need to listen to rulings of the court. And of course, if we don't have a checks and balances system here, then we don't have democracy as our founders envisioned it.”Balint said that her Republican colleagues have acquiesced to Trump's power grab. “Some of them seem absolutely comfortable with this because they believe in the mission of a Christian nationalist vision for this country. Some of them go along with it because they are afraid of losing their own power.”Balint bristled at the suggestion that Democrats bear some responsibility for the political turmoil. “It sticks in my craw a little bit when people talk about the Democrats, because we are not a monolith.”Vermont's lone congressional representative conceded that Democrats did not effectively address economic disparity in the runup to the 2024 election. “We have a disgusting, unconscionable wealth gap in this country, and I think that we should have been singularly focused on the needs of families who were struggling to make ends meet and continue to struggle.”Who will lead the resistance? “I understand the frustration and people are looking for one voice, and I think this is a time that is unprecedented. We are trying to fight a battle on so many different fronts right now, and so I'm really putting my head down in my two committees and figuring out how I can continue to push myself, my team, and my colleagues to be much more engaged with the people, because that is how we're going to right the ship right now. As you know, Democrats don't have the House, they don't have the Senate, they don't have the White House. We need three Republicans in the House to have a conscience right now, just three. So we're very focused on that.”“I can't tell people not to be angry or frustrated. I'm angry and frustrated,” said Balint. “I am absolutely frightened and chilled by where we are right now, and I'm not going to go along as if it's business as usual there.”Balint urged people to re-engage with politics. “I know people are exhausted. I understand why you just want to take care of you. But as much as we can encourage our friends and family, I always say just to check back in about what's happening because the stakes are incredibly high right now, and it's going to take all of us.”“I very much fear that we're heading towards a time when Trump is going to openly and actively defy a Supreme Court ruling. And we must take to the streets, all of us, we must. That's why I need people to check back in so they know what's happening.”“I feel absolutely a sense of purpose and focus right now, and that is helping me. I feel like I know what they're trying to do, and I'm not going to let them.”

The Majority Report with Sam Seder
2434 - Stunning DOJ Corruption Clearer Than Dem Response w/ Jeet Heer, Rahna Epting

The Majority Report with Sam Seder

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 97:56


Happy Friday! And Valentine's Day! Sam and Emma speak with Jeet Heer, national affairs correspondent for The Nation, to round up the week in news. Then, they speak with Rahna Epting, executive director at MoveOn, to discuss recent reporting that Congressional Democrats are frustrated by efforts to urge them to fight back more forcefully against the Trump administration. Portland residents, find out more about the renters town hall here!: https://actionnetwork.org/events/renters-town-hall?source=bitly Follow Jeet on Twitter here: https://x.com/HeerJeet Check out Jeet's work at The Nation here: https://www.thenation.com/authors/jeet-heer/ Follow Rahna on Twitter here: https://x.com/rahnamepting Find out more about MoveOn here: https://front.moveon.org/ Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join 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 ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow 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: Manukora Honey: Thanks to Manukora for supporting The Majority Report. Now, it's easier than ever to try Manukora Honey. Head to https://manukora.com/MAJORITY to get $25 off the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! That's https://manukora.com/MAJORITY for $25 off your Starter Kit. Express VPN: Secure your online data TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/majority. That's https://ExpressVPN.com/majority and you can get an extra four months FREE. Sunset Lake CBD: Sunsetlakecbd is a majority employee owned farm in Vermont, producing 100% pesticide free CBD products. Use code Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com. Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @BradKAlsop 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.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder - https://majorityreportradio.com/

All In with Chris Hayes
Elon Musk says Department of Education no longer ‘exists'

All In with Chris Hayes

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 42:21


Guests: Susan Glasser, April Ryan, Rep. Jahana Hayes, Lisa Rubin, Tara Setmayer, Donna EdwardsAs Donald Trump and Elon Musk zero in on their next target, what Congressional Democrats are doing to defend the Department of Education. Then, are America's courts prepared to stand up to Donald Trump's agenda? Plus, Elon Musk's war on USAID isn't just traumatizing federal workers, it is causing real pain for American farmers deep in Trump country.  Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

The Daily Beans
Unanimous Dissent

The Daily Beans

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 39:22


Tuesday, February 4th, 2025Today, Congressional Democrats stormed the USAID building to protest its shutting down but they were stopped from entering and held a press conference outside saying they'll block unanimous consent of all State Department nominees until USAID is opened; federal employee unions are suing to block Elon Musk's access to Treasury payments; another lawsuit is filed by the ACLU over Trump's invasion language saying it violates asylum laws; another judge signals a plan to further block Trump's spending freeze; Trump has signed an executive order to create a sovereign wealth fund so the US government can buy TikTok; Mexico's tariffs will be delayed one month; a union official says Education Department employees were placed on leave for taking a DEI training during Trump's first term; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You AG1AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You'll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. Go to DrinkAG1.com/dailybeans to get this offer!Stories:Trump orders creation of US sovereign wealth fund, says it could buy TikTok - Trevor Hunnicutt and Pete Schroeder | ReutersTrump and leaders of Canada and Mexico say tariffs will be delayed one month after talks - Shannon Pettypiece | NBC NewsUnion official says Education Department employees were placed on leave after taking diversity training during Trump's first term - Yamiche Alcindor | NBC NewsDemocratic Senator Says He Will Stall Trump Nominees Until USAID Is Back - Alexander Ward | WSJ Judge puts another block on Trump spending freeze - KYLE CHENEY and JOSH GERSTEIN | POLITICOFederal employee unions sue to block Elon Musk aides' access to personal information - Sarah K. Burris | Raw StoryImmigrant advocates file lawsuit challenging Trump asylum shutdown - Maria Sacchetti | The Washington PostGood Trouble: An EEOC administrative judge sent an email to her leadership and cc'd all of her colleagues this morning - “...I will not cower to bullying and intimidation if upon reflection, you feel like now would be a good time to take a vacation and resign from your position. Please reply all to this email and put I'd like to occupy Mars in the subject line. We'll take this as notification that you're resigning your position as acting chair. P.S. Happy black History Month.”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. Check out muellershewrote.com for my interview with a systems security expert about the massive breach at opm.gov caused by Elon MuskHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/From The Good NewsOregon Food BankJackie Boy And The Sea Folk - Larry MooreS.815 - Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2024 118th Congress (2023-2024)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! 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, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote, Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewroteDana 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

Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson
Inside Sources Full Show January 28th, 2025: Trump pausing some federal grants, DOJ fires lawyers who prosecuted Trump, Utah legislation on unions and higher education

Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 80:06


Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray  Trump administration hitting ‘pause’ on several federal grants, loans Congressional Democrats are furious today, after the Trump administration ordered federal agencies to block disbursements of several kinds of grants and loans. President Trump's executive orders say agencies must root out "Marxist equity, transgenderism, and green new deal social engineering policies." Inside Sources begins with a discussion and clarification on what’s covered by this pause.  DOJ fires lawyers who previously prosecuted now-President Trump Trust -- it's an important thing in any relationship, especially the relationship between lawyers. And it's a big reason why Department of Justice officials fired several lawyers who had previously prosecuted the now-President Donald Trump; they said the president could not trust them. Inside Sources digs into the relationship between the DOJ and the presidency.  On the Hill 2025: Perspective ‘For’ HB267, banning public unions from collective bargaining Passing yesterday in the Utah House, HB267 is now headed to the State Senate. The bill would make changes to how Utah’s public labor unions interact with public agencies in the states, especially around collective bargaining. State Representative Jordan Teuscher is running the bill and joins Inside Sources to explain some of the nuances of the bill and clear up some misconceptions about it.  On the Hill 2025: Perspective 'Against’ HB267, banning public unions from collective bargaining HB267, Public Sector Labor Union Amendments did pass in the Utah House, but it had bipartisan opposition; 19 Republicans joined all the Democrats in voting against the bill. Why? Is this a sign of potential troubles in the Senate? House Minority Leader Angela Romero joins Inside Sources to explain why she – and House Democrats – stand against this bill and what it’s trying to do.  A Utahn’s perspective on the House GOP issues conference House Republicans have been meeting in Florida for a multi-day retreat to discuss priorities and issues for the next year. President Trump joined them all yesterday, outlining a few key things he wants the House to focus on. Utah Congresswoman Celeste Maloy is there at the issues conference and calls into Inside Sources to share some insights into what's happening.  Sen. Warren joins Trump, Musk in saying there’s wasteful government spending Here's something you may not have had on your 2025 political bingo card: Senator Elizabeth Warren being on the same side of an issue with President Trump and Elon Musk. But it's happened! In a new op-ed for Fox News, Democratic Senator Warren says she agrees with Trump and Musk that there's too much wasteful government spending. The Inside Sources hosts explain how the devil is truly in the details.  On the Hill 2025: Legislation addressing higher education Several Republican lawmakers are joining their Democratic colleagues, coming out against budget cuts for Utah's public colleges and universities. They say they're worried the cuts will result in the discontinuation of liberal arts programs more than other programs. Inside Sources discusses their opinions while also chatting with State Representative Karen Peterson about other higher education-related bills she’s working on. 

Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson
Trump administration hitting ‘pause' on several federal grants, loans

Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 10:15


Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray  POST-SHOW UPDATE: A federal judge has blocked the pause from going into effect until next Monday. Congressional Democrats are furious today, after the Trump administration ordered federal agencies to block disbursements of several kinds of grants and loans. President Trump's executive orders say agencies must root out "Marxist equity, transgenderism, and green new deal social engineering policies." Inside Sources begins with a discussion and clarification on what’s covered by this pause. 

The State of California
Trump's comments on California's water system anger House Democrats

The State of California

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 8:27


President Trump's visit to the Southern California fire zone and some of his moves since then are sparking anger among California's Congressional Democrats. The president is wading into California water policy, and he's also illegally fired more than a dozen federal watchdogs. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Patti Reising and Bret Burkhart and KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern spoke with U.S. Representative Jared Huffman (D-CA) of Marin County, who is the ranking Democrat on the House Natural Resources Committee.

The Daily Punch
Democrats' TikTok dilemma

The Daily Punch

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 14:43


Congressional Democrats find themselves in an awkward position with the shutdown of TikTok looming in a couple of days. Plus: Newly-elected House Republicans are non-committal about joining the HFC after accepting the caucus' help in the election. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hannity Monologues
Pete Hegseth Dodge's Political Attacks From Congressional Democrats

The Hannity Monologues

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 17:35


Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth testified before Congress where he dodged Democrats political attacks against him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Opening Arguments
SCOTUS Fast-Tracks TikTok Case; Trump Files Nonsense Amicus Brief

Opening Arguments

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 53:56


OA1107 - Chief Justice John Roberts has used his annual end-of-the-year report to remind us that federal judges should not accept luxury vacations from billionaires, fly insurrectionist flags on any of their properties, or ever be criticized for any reason. Or, you know--at least one of those things. We also answer a patron question about what happens if Republicans can't get their House in order by the time that electoral votes are supposed to be certified on January 6th before getting to today's main story: the very real possibility that TikTok may not live to see the first day of the second Trump administration if the Supreme Court allows current law barring it from doing business in the US to take effect on January 19th. How could the US government shutting down one of our nation's favorite new ways to communicate not constitute a massive First Amendment problem? Why did a majority of Congressional Democrats, the Biden administration and pre-election Donald Trump all agree that TikTok is a threat to national security? And when is Matt going to finally release his signature TikTok dance video? We answer two of these questions before dropping a quick footnote to look back on a stupid Congressperson's idea of a smart person's legal argument in support of overturning a democratic election. DC Circuit decision in Tiktok v. Garland (12/6/24) “What If Free Speech Means Banning TikTok?,” Alan Rozhenstein, The Atlantic (12/13/24) Redacted transcript of U.S. intelligence briefing to House Energy and Commerce Committee on March 7, 2024 filed with DC Circuit ACLU amicus brief in Tiktok v. Garland (12/27/24) Donald Trump's amicus brief in Tiktok v. Garland  (12/30/24) Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (signed into law 4/24/24) “2024 Year-End Report on the Federal Judiciary,” John Roberts (12/30/24)   Check out the OA Linktree for all the places to go and things to do! If you'd like to support the show (and lose the ads!), please pledge at patreon.com/law!

Isnt It Queer
2024-12-18 - To EVERYBODY'S Health!

Isnt It Queer

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 58:04


Jonny and Heather start off the show by listening to a public statement made by local Carbondale City Councilwoman, Clare Killman, who has a proposal for Illinois to defend itself from federal assaults on bodily autonomy. They then compare the clarity and firmness of her response to Congressional Democrats who seem to lack a spine and are throwing LGB but particularly T under the bus. In the back half of the show they discuss access to healthcare and a revitalized interest in discussing predatory insurance companies. The lesson there is that the assalut on gender-affirming healthcare is really an assault on all of our healthcare.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Some Congressional Democrats Say They Will Work with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, Can Trump End Birthright Citizenship and Will President Biden Pardon People Targeted by Donald Trump?

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 46:22


Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende discuss recent statements by Congressional Democrats who say they look forward to working with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to cut government waste, especially at the Pentagon. They also chat about whether Donald Trump can end birthright citizenship, or whether the 14th Amendment to the Constitution blocks him from doing so and they examine whether President Biden should give blanket pardons to government officials he fears will be persecuted by Donald Trump. Plus, N. Y. District Attorney Alvin Bragg is up for election in 2025. Will he face a challenger? Then finally, Tom Bevan talks to RCP contributor Richard Porter about the hit movie Gladiator II, and whether it is an allegory for Donald Trump's political comeback.

POLITICO Energy
Why are Democrats fighting about a popular mine bill?

POLITICO Energy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 8:15


Congressional Democrats are fighting over a broadly supported bipartisan bill that aims to start to clean up hundreds of thousands of abandoned mines across the country. POLITICO's Annie Snider breaks down the intraparty fight and what it means for the legislation. Plus, a panel of federal judges on Friday dug into EPA's decision to base its power plant climate rule on capturing carbon emissions. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.  Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro.  Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.  Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Daily Beans
Refried Beans | DOMA Funeral (feat. Ali Zaidi) | Dec 9, 2022

The Daily Beans

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2024 44:12


Friday, December 9th, 2022In the Hot Notes: the DoJ asks Judge Beryl Howell to hold the Trump team in contempt of court in the documents case; Brittney Griner is on her way home from a Russian penal colony; Donald will not appeal the 11th Circuit Special Master ruling to SCOTUS; the same-sex marriage bill has passed the House and on it's way to President Biden's desk for signature; Congressional Democrats have launched a probe into the Qatari bail out of Jared's 666 5th avenue building; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Our Guest:Ali Zaidihttps://twitter.com/alizaidi46 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, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote, Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewroteDana 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

Ralph Nader Radio Hour
Food Babe/Democrats Laboring

Ralph Nader Radio Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 113:00


Ralph welcomes Vani Hari, also known as “The Food Babe,” to tell us about her campaign against Kellogg's to stop using artificial dyes in their cereals that have been linked to various health problems and have been banned in Europe. Plus, noted labor organizer, Chris Townsend gives us his take on the AFL-CIOs obeisant relationship to the Democratic Party.Vani Hari is an author and food activist. A former corporate consultant, she started the Food Babe blog in 2011, and she is the co-founder of the nutritional supplement startup Truvani.It is a game of whack-a-mole because we get these corporations to change, or they announce that they're going to change, and then they go back on their commitment. And that is what's happened with Kellogg's.Vani HariChris Townsend is a 45-year union member and leader. He was most recently the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) International Union Organizing Director. Previously he was an International Representative and Political Action Director for the United Electrical Workers Union (UE), and he has held local positions in both the SEIU and UFCW.These workers who have been betrayed, lied to, wrecked, destroyed, poisoned, all of these things—this becomes the breeding ground for Trumpist ideology. And the Democrats won't face this.Chris TownsendOur media largely ignores the labor movement. Our small labor press—left press—generally subscribes to the “good news only” school of journalism. So these endemic problems and even immediate crises are never dealt with. Now, some of that is because the existing labor leadership generally is not fond of criticism or is not fond of anyone pointing out shortcomings (or) mistakes.Chris TownsendWe're a cash cow—and a vote cow— to be milked routinely and extensively by this Democratic machinery… The leadership today in the bulk of the unions is an administrative layer, business union through and through to the core. The historic trade union spirit that always animated the unions in various levels is not extinguished, but in my 45 years, I would say it is at a low ebb. In the sense that we just have been sterilized because of this unconditional and unholy alliance or domination by the Democratic Party. And there's no room for spark. There's no room for dissent. There's no room for anyone to even raise the obvious.Chris Townsend[Leaders of the AFL-CIO are] basically bureaucrats in that building on 16th Street, collecting their pay and their nice pensions. Completely out of touch with millions of blue collar workers that have veered into the Republican Party channels—the so-called Reagan Democrats, which have spelled the difference in election after election for the Senate, for the House, for the Presidency.Ralph NaderIn Case You Haven't Heard with Francesco DeSantisNews 11/20/241. In his new book Hope Never Disappoints, Pope Francis writes “what is happening in Gaza has the characteristics of genocide,” and called for the situation to be “studied carefully…by jurists and international organisations,” per the Middle East Eye. These comments come on the heels of a United Nations committee report which found that Israel's actions are “consistent with characteristics of genocide,” and alleged that Israel is using starvation as a weapon of war. The Catholic pontiff has long decried violence in all forms and has previously criticized Israel's “disproportionate and immoral” actions in Gaza and Lebanon, per AP.2. On November 14th, the AP's Farnoush Amiri reported that more than 80 Congressional Democrats sent a letter to President Biden on October 29th, urging the administration to sanction Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. Only made public after the election, this letter called for sanctions on these individuals “Given their critical roles in driving policies that promote settler violence, weaken the Palestinian Authority, facilitate de facto and de jure annexation, and destabilize the West Bank.” This letter was principally authored by Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro, and in addition to dozens of House Democratic signatories, was signed by no less than 17 Senators.3. Another remarkable post-election Israel story concerns outgoing Congressman Jamaal Bowman, who was ousted from his seat by a flood of AIPAC money. In an interview with Rania Khalek, Bowman relates a remarkable anecdote about the presidential campaign. Bowman says he specifically requested to campaign for Kamala Harris in Michigan – where he was so popular his AIPAC-backed primary challenger disparagingly said “[Bowman's] constituency is Dearborn, Michigan” – but the campaign ignored him and instead deployed surrogates that seemed almost designed to alienate Arab-Americans: Liz Cheney, Ritchie Torres, and Bill Clinton who went out of his way to scold these voters. These voters were likely decisive in Kamala Harris' loss in that state.4. On November 13th, Senator Bernie Sanders announced that he intends to bring Joint Resolutions of Disapproval to the Senate floor. As Sanders writes in a press release, the “The JRD is the only mechanism available to Congress to prevent an arms sale from advancing.” Unlike previous efforts however, Sanders no longer stands alone. According to Reuters, “Two of the resolutions, co-sponsored with…Senators Jeff Merkley and Peter Welch, would block the sale of 120 mm mortar rounds and joint direct attack munitions (JDAMS). A third, sponsored by Democratic Senator Brian Schatz, would block the sale of tank rounds.” Senators Elizabeth Warren and Chris Van Hollen have announced their intention to support the JRD. Certain heavy-hitting Democratic-aligned institutions have also bucked precedent to back this effort, including the massive Service Employees International Union and leading Liberal-Zionist group J Street.5. In the House, Republicans and many Democrats are pushing H.R. 9495, a bill which would grant the executive branch the power to unilaterally strip non-profit organizations of their tax-exempt status based on accusations of supporting terrorism. As the Intercept notes, “The law would not require officials to explain the reason for designating a group, nor…provide evidence.” The ACLU and over 150 other “civil liberties, religious, reproductive health, immigrant rights, human rights, racial justice, LGBTQ+, environmental, and educational organizations,” sent a letter opposing this bill in September, and celebrated when the bill was blocked on November 12th – but it is back from the grave, with Nonprofit Quarterly reporting the bill has cleared a new procedural hurdle and will now advance to the floor. Yet even if this bill is successfully blocked, little stands in the way of Republicans reviving it in the next Congress, where they will hold the House, Senate, and the Presidency.6. Back in October, we covered Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib's letter to Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen expressing grave concern over the company's decision to roll out facial recognition-based price gouging technology. According to Tlaib, Kroger has stonewalled Congress, so she is leading a group of House Democrats in a new letter demanding answers to the critical questions that remain, such as whether Kroger will use facial recognition to display targeted ads, whether consumers can opt out, and whether the company plans to sell data collected in stores. This letter is co-signed by progressives like AOC, Barbara Lee, and Eleanor Holmes Norton, among others.7. In new labor news, the NLRB has issued a rule banning anti-union “captive audience meetings,” per the Washington Post. This report notes that these meetings, in which employers warn workers of the risks in unionizing, are considered highly effective and are commonly used by companies like Amazon, Starbucks, Apple and Trader Joe's. According to the Post, Amazon alone spent more than $17 million on consults to do exactly this between 2022 and 2023. On the other hand, Bloomberg Law reports a federal judge in Texas has blocked a Labor Department rule that would have expanded overtime eligibility to four million mostly lower-level white collar workers. This was seen as among the Biden Administration's key achievements on labor rights and foreshadows the rollback of worker protections we are likely to see in a Trump presidency redux.8. Donald Trump has signaled that he will nominate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as his Secretary of Health and Human Services. Kennedy will likely face a difficult confirmation process; his past environmental activism is anathema to Republican Senators, while his more recent vaccine-skepticism is unpopular among Democrats. Yet just as Donald Trump emerged as an improbable RFK ally, a surprising opponent has emerged as well: former Vice-President Mike Pence. In a “rare” statement Pence writes “For the majority of his career, RFK Jr. has defended abortion on demand during all nine months of pregnancy, supports overturning the Dobbs decision and has called for legislation to codify Roe v Wade. If confirmed, RFK, Jr. would be the most pro-abortion Republican appointed secretary of HHS in modern history…I…urge Senate Republicans to reject this nomination.” As with other unpopular Trump nominees, many expect RFK to be appointed on an acting basis and then possibly installed via the recess appointment process.9. In some positive news, Drop Site reports that in Sri Lanka, the Leftist president Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who wrested the office from the corrupt clique that has ruled the nation since independence has won a resounding victory in the recent parliamentary elections. Reuters reports that Dissanayake's coalition won a “sweeping mandate,” with enough seats to pass his anti-corruption and poverty-alleviation agenda. More shocking is the fact that Dissanayake's coalition ran up the score in the Tamil-dominated north and east of the country. As Drop Site notes, only 15 years ago the Sri Lankan government crushed the Tamil Tigers and carried out large-scale massacres of the Tamil minority. Dissanayake has vowed to end the occupation and release Tamil political prisoners, as well as take on the International Monetary Fund which is seeking to impose economic control on the country in exchange for a fiscal bailout. Neither goal will be easily achieved, but the size of Dissanayake's victory at least provides the opportunity for him to try.10. Finally, AP reports that three of Malcolm X's daughters have filed a $100 million lawsuit against the CIA, FBI, and NYPD. This lawsuit alleges that these agencies were “aware of and…involved in the assassination plot,” and that law enforcement was engaged in a “corrupt, unlawful, and unconstitutional [relationship with]…ruthless killers that…was actively concealed, condoned, protected, and facilitated by government agents.” Two of Malcolm X's alleged assassins were exonerated in 2021 after an extensive re-investigation found that authorities withheld crucial evidence, per AP, and new evidence reported earlier this year by Democracy Now! supports the theory of an assassination plot involving collusion between the FBI and NYPD, if not others.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

The Ben Shapiro Show
Ep. 2083 - MORE WINNING! Trump Goes Full PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH

The Ben Shapiro Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 48:08


President Trump unleashes more excellent cabinet picks; Democrats begin to realize just how deep their electoral trouble is; and Congressional Democrats try to throw up a final roadblock to Trump's policy. Click here to join the member-exclusive portion of my show: https://bit.ly/3WDjgHE Ep.2083 - - - DailyWire+: 47% off for the 47th President—don't miss out! Join us at https://dailywire.com/subscribe with code TRUMP. Matt Walsh's hit documentary “Am I Racist?” is NOW AVAILABLE on DailyWire+! Head to https://amiracist.com to become a member today! Get the Precision 5 from Jeremy's Razors at https://www.jeremysrazors.com Get your Ben Shapiro merch here: https://bit.ly/3TAu2cw - - - Today's Sponsors: PureTalk - Get one year free of DW+ Insider: https://www.PureTalk.com/Shapiro Black Rifle Coffee Company - Give back by drinking America's coffee! https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/ Balance of Nature - Get 35% off Your Order + FREE Fiber & Spice Supplements. Use promo code SHAPIRO at checkout: https://www.balanceofnature.com/ International Fellowship of Christians and Jews - To give to IFCJ, visit https://benforthefellowship.org/ - - - Socials: Follow on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3cXUn53 Follow on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3QtuibJ Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3TTirqd Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPyBiB

Cleanup on Aisle 45 with AG and Andrew Torrez
Episode 197 | Midweek Benchslaps

Cleanup on Aisle 45 with AG and Andrew Torrez

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 59:37


This week: big losses in court for Mark Meadows, Jim Jordan, the Georgia fraudulent electors, Jeffrey Clark, the State of Florida, and Rudy Giuliani; plus Congressional Democrats send a letter to the DoJ urging Merrick Garland to appoint a special counsel to investigate Kushner for possible FARA violations.  Allison Gillhttps://muellershewrote.substack.com/https://twitter.com/MuellerSheWrotePete Strzokhttps://twitter.com/petestrzokThe Podcasthttps://twitter.com/aisle45podWant to support this podcast and get it ad-free and early?Go to: https://www.patreon.com/aisle45podTell us about yourself and what you like about the show - http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=short

John Solomon Reports
Miranda Devine on new book, ‘The Big Guy:' What really happened in Ukraine with Hunter and Joe Biden

John Solomon Reports

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 44:42


Miranda Devine gives us an exclusive interview on her new book the ‘The Big Guy' and dishes on the untold story of what actually happened in Ukraine with Hunter and Joe Biden. Additional interview with Kash Patel on newly released transcripts that reveal then-President Donald Trump in the days leading up to January 6th urged for the use of troops at the U.S. Capitol, to those around him but was rebuffed, contradicting the long held narrative established by the mainstream media and Congressional Democrats.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What A Day
The Anti-Abortion Agenda Hiding In The GOP's Platform

What A Day

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 17:49


Republicans appeared to soften their stance on abortion ahead of next week's party convention and adopted a policy platform this week that didn't include a call for a federal ban. They did so at the direct request of former President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly tried to downplay the issue during the campaign while also taking credit for ending Roe v. Wade. But the 16-page policy document opens the door to establishing fetal personhood, which would threaten access to abortion and IVF. Shefali Luthra, who covers reproductive health for The 19th News and is author of “Undue Burden,” explains what's actually in the Republican platform.And in headlines: President Biden commemorated NATO's 75th anniversary in opening remarks at the alliance's summit in Washington, Congressional Democrats appear to be falling in line behind Biden as the party's presidential nominee, and an Israeli airstrike killed more than two dozen people in southern Gaza on Tuesday.Show Notes:The 19th, co-written by Shefali Luthra: “RNC approves platform that would give rights to fetuses, endangering abortion, IVF” – https://tinyurl.com/25gsbl6dPod Save America, “Biden Digs In” – https://crooked.com/podcast/biden-digs-in/What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

What A Day
Biden Says He's Isn't Going Anywhere

What A Day

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 27:27


President Biden continued to aggressively push back on the idea that he would drop out of the presidential race. He started Monday morning by sending a letter to all Congressional Democrats that said he is “firmly committed to staying in this race,” and that it was time for speculation about it to end. He followed that up by calling into MSNBC's “Morning Joe,” where he blamed the party's “elites” for trying to push him out of the race. Tara Palmeri, senior political correspondent for Puck News and the host of the election podcast “Somebody's Gotta Win,” breaks down the mood on Capitol Hill as lawmakers returned from the long holiday weekend.The Paris Olympics are just a couple of weeks away. One of the people competing for Team U.S.A. is runner Nikki Hiltz, who is trans and nonbinary. Hiltz will be one of a few openly trans people at the games during a socio-political moment where trans people — trans women especially — are banned from participating on sports teams that align with their identities. CeCé Telfer, the first openly transgender person to win an NCAA track and field title, has also been trying to get to the Olympics but is barred from doing so. She shares her story.And in headlines: Republicans proposed a party platform with a softer abortion stance ahead of next week's Republican National Convention, Hurricane Beryl led to at least three deaths in Texas, and Boeing agreed to plead guilty to conspiring to defraud the federal government.Show Notes:What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

The Charlie Kirk Show
Why "Democrats" Are Against "Democracy" with Tulsi Gabbard

The Charlie Kirk Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 41:47


Tulsi Gabbard was once a rising star on the left flank of Congressional Democrats. Now, she's getting serious chatter as a potential Trump running mate. What changed? Tulsi joins Charlie to talk about how her former party became unrecognizable as it embraced war, racism, and authoritarianism in their frenzy to amass wealth and power. It's a conversation that's not to be missed. Check out Tulsi's new book, "For Love of Country: Leave the Democrat Party Behind," at https://www.amazon.com/Love-Country-left-Democratic-Party-ebook/dp/B0BV1CK6TV Become a member at members.charliekirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.