Podcasts about Cornyn

On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Conservative Texas Attorney General, Senate candidate, Ken Paxton.AndCongresmsan Chip Roy, 21st congressional district in Texas.

Trump wants his face on the money. Not on a coin after he's gone. Not on a statue some future generation can decide to keep or tear down. On a live, circulating $250 bill — while he's still in office and while it's still illegal under federal law to put a living person on US currency. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent went on television and called it nothing untoward. The Angry Middle is calling it what it actually is: a strongman vanity project at a moment when most Americans can't scrape $250 together for groceries, gas, and rent. In this conversation, Paul and the crew break down the legacy push — the commemorative coin, the Trump-branded passports out of DC, the National Park Pass swap, the Kennedy Center rebrand, the arch on the White House lawn — and why this is all gas, no brakes executive ego dressed up as patriotism. They get into the Republican holdouts (Tillis, Cassidy, Cornyn) who Trump has already purged and who are about to hand him an embarrassing no vote, the ten-year design timeline that makes the whole thing a fantasy anyway, and the cabinet-meeting sycophancy culture that produces ideas this absurd. Then a hard left turn to the Knicks Finals — and a non-partisan plea to keep both Trump and Mamdani out of Madison Square Garden before they jinx the whole run. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Join IVA and stand up to Trump's Forever Wars. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this Show Behind the Show:Chris & Sean tackle yeard work, real men, the GOP run-off election and falling gas prices. 

Mark Meckler reacts to a big shakeup in his home state of Texas after Senator Cornyn was defeated in a primary race, but that wasn't President Trump's only victory last week. PLUS, is JD Vance being sidelined? All that and more on this week's episode of The BattleCry. Ask Mark Anything

Ralph speaks to independent investigative journalist Lylla Younes to discuss her reporting on Israel's assault on southern Lebanon. Then, Ralph and media studies professor Robin Andersen discuss her new book "The Complicit Lens: US Media Coverage of the Genocide in Gaza."Lylla Younes is a Beirut-based journalist. She is an editor at The Public Source, and a frequent contributor to Drop Site News.What we've seen in the past several days is really an escalation of what's been happening since March 2nd (when the US-Israeli assault on Iran took off) and then obviously the ceasefire… What we see is a campaign of ethnic cleansing from the Israeli military in Lebanon. And that has looked like the Gaza playbook sped up, you could say, in southern Lebanon. It's looked like invading and bulldozing homes; tearing up roads; destroying, booby-trapping, and detonating entire villages and cultural sites. It's looked like targeting medical personnel—killing, at this point, over 100 since March 2nd (this is in addition to the 130 or so who were killed in the last round of fighting in 2024). In addition to that, the targeting and killing of journalists who are reporting near the border. I think it's important to note there's practically no one left in the border region. Having a press vest on and a microphone and a camera is basically like having a target on your back at this point.Lylla YounesThe pager attack was, I think it's fair to say, one of the darker days of Lebanese history. I think regardless of people's feelings about Hezbollah, the fact that you are setting men alight literally in the streets in cities all across the country, killing children, maiming children—the mark of the pager attack was that these pagers that Hezbollah members were carrying exploded in their faces and blinded them. So you have thousands of blinded people, people missing fingers. And again, some of these are relatives of Hezbollah members. It was a massive event that overwhelmed hospitals across the country. And it also marked the beginning of that 66 day [period] of escalated fighting. And it showed how deeply infiltrated Hezbollah was in an intelligence capacity. This was quite a feat by the Israeli Mossad.Lylla YounesRobin Andersen is professor emerita of media studies at Fordham University and an award-winning author of a dozen single- and co-authored books. She serves as a Project Censored Judge, and contributes to the annual State of the Free Press. She is on the Board of Directors of Fairness and Accuracy in Reporting (FAIR), where she also writes regularly, and is an Izzy Award Judge for the Park Center for Independent Media. Her latest book is The Complicit Lens: US Media Coverage of Israel's Genocide in Gaza.In my book, I look at the directives of the New York Times and CNN, and then I compare it to media coverage. And I found that, in fact, these were the ways [the directives that were passed down] in which the media was presenting the genocide in Gaza…But in terms of the Israeli directives, CNN was putting their copy through their Jerusalem bureau and the IDF was looking at it. The New York Times was simply going along with Israeli talking points. So we did find that. And the real telling part was when they finally did say that Israel dropped the bomb, it was only when Israel had admitted—or put their propaganda to the next level, which was to claim that they had killed a Hamas commander or a fighter or somebody involved in Hamas. And we found that also in the BBC. So those were direct things that came from Israel. And abandoning their journalistic mission, the US media was basically following the dictates of a foreign government.Robin AndersenTheir form of censorship was basically murder. They knew that as the genocide wore on (and Israel controlled the narrative for a very long time, and then it started to collapse) as over time we saw on the internet, we saw on our handheld devices the documentation of what was happening [they'd lose control of the narrative]. And so in a total propaganda environment, what we have to have is no noise, no opposition, no alternative information. And Israel really was trying to achieve a total propaganda environment. It wasn't enough that they had establishment in legacy media and those media were allowing outside influences to direct their editorial decisions. That wasn't quite enough.Robin AndersenNews 5/29/26* This week, Democratic Socialist Mayor of New York City Zohran Mamdani unveiled his plan to construct 200,000 new rent-stabilized homes in the city over the next decade, PIX 11 reports, making good on a campaign promise that many supposedly savvy political observers doubted. In addition to the new construction, Mamdani vowed to “preserve and stabilize” an additional 200,000 via New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) repairs, increased housing code enforcement, and a special focus on development in the Bronx. In his announcement, Mamdani said “We are the largest city in the nation. We have the resources, the talent, and the will to achieve this.”* In the federal government, one of the most controversial members of the Trump administration – former Democratic Congresswoman and presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard – has resigned her position as Director of National Intelligence (DNI). The BBC reports Gabbard is citing her husband's recent bone cancer diagnosis as the reason for her departure, but also notes that Gabbard “has largely been out of public view even as the US took military action against Iran, put pressure on Cuba, and…removed Venezuela's president.” In theory, these would all require a substantial degree of participation from and coordination with the DNI, but Gabbard seemed pointedly out of the loop. The actions of the administration have also been diametrically opposed to Gabbard's past foreign policy positions, defined by her 2020 slogan “no more regime change wars.” Others have noted that Gabbard now joins former Attorney General Pam Bondi, Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem as high-profile women ousted from the Trump administration while glaringly incompetent men like Pete Hegseth remain in their posts.* Turning to Texas, this week saw a political bloodbath in the runoffs for the primaries held back in March. The topline of course is that scandal-plagued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, backed by Trump, triumphed over powerful longtime incumbent Senator John Cornyn. With the backing of the president, Paxton wiped the floor with Cornyn, winning around two-thirds of the vote. Yet Paxton goes into the general election against James Talarico very weak. 35% of those polled “Disapprove Strongly” of Paxton with only 15% saying they “Strongly Approve” according to the Texas Politics Project and even the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) condemned Paxton's “lies” “incompetence” personal scandals and corruption in now-deleted press releases. Further down the ballot, incumbent Democratic Members of Congress Al Green and Julie Johnson have been defeated in their primary run-offs, after being forced into Member-on-Member races by the Texas redistricting scheme.* Meanwhile in Michigan, NOTUS reports the Working Families Party (WFP) has endorsed progressive Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed. This primary campaign, with El-Sayed running against moderate Congresswoman Haley Stevens and liberal state Sen. Mallory McMorrow, has become a bruising tripartite affair pitting the three major factions within the Democratic Party against one another. Recently, El-Sayed has taken the lead in this race, which WFP hopes to help consolidate, saying it is prepared to go “all in” on this race. WFP is feeling confident following their role in helping to ensure victory for Chris Rabb in Pennsylvania and Analilia Mejia in New Jersey.* In the Garden State, Senator Andy Kim was caught in a cloud of pepper spray this week as he joined protestors outside of a privately-run ICE detention facility, NJ.com reports. The protests began as a result of an ongoing hunger strike inside of the facility, which has led many high-profile New Jersey Democrats – including Governor Mikie Sherill and Congressman Robert Menendez Jr. in addition to Senator Kim – to call for the facility's closure. Following the confrontation, Kim stated that “What we saw here is unfortunately just what we see all over the country…It's sad…sad day.” At another point, Kim said “The cruelty that you see behind me, this is the point…Right now, I'm trying to have them not point guns at us.”* In another case of outrageous overreach by the Trump administration, Fox reports the Treasury Department has served subpoenas to CodePink activist Medea Benjamin and political streamer and influencer Hasan Piker seeking “financial, logistical and communications information” regarding their recent humanitarian voyage to Cuba. According to this story, the Treasury probe – handled through their Office of Foreign Assets Control – is primarily concerned with whether the convoy “violated U.S. sanctions laws through the financing, coordination or delivery of goods to Cuba, including potential contacts with Cuban government personnel or entities on the island.” The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) has condemned the probe, writing that “Weaponizing the Treasury Department to target Americans for exercising their constitutional right to support human rights is unacceptable.” CAIR went on to call the investigation “performative and politically-motivated,” contending that “Every American who believes in the rule of law and human rights should stand in solidarity with Medea and demand that the Treasury Department drop its McCarthyite witch hunt.”* The Democrats meanwhile are once again conspiring against one another. The Bulwark reports the campaign to unseat Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin is back on – and now includes viable alternatives. Previously, discontent was mounting but there did not appear to be any other options. Presently though, the list circulating in Democratic circles consists of New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, former EMILY's List president Stephanie Schriock, former president of the Service Employees International Union Mary Kay Henry, former Texas Rep. Beto O'Rourke, former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Julián Castro, former chair of the Michigan Democratic Party Lavora Barnes, and former Wisconsin party chair Ben Wikler. Wikler, who revitalized the Beaver State party and placed second against Martin in the DNC Chair election, has “rebuffed discussions about leading the DNC, saying he wants nothing to do with effort to remove Martin and isn't interested in replacing him.” Yet even with no obvious alternative, calls are mounting for Martin to step aside. This piece cites statements by progressive Wisconsin Rep. Mark Pocan, as well as a new initiative by the Progressive Change Campaign Committee on one side, alongside statements by more moderate Reps. Marc Veasey and Seth Moulton to the same effect. Still, many state parties and an equally ideologically diverse coalition is standing by Martin, so he will likely remain in place, at least for the time being.* Looking southward, this week Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that her country will host the Iranian team ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Per Al Jazeera, the United States, which is hosting many of the matches, including all three the Iranian team was scheduled to play in, expressed that they did not think it “appropriate” for Iranian team members to be in the country, “for their own life and safety.” FIFA approached Mexico as an alternative. In her daily press conference, Sheinbaum stated that “We have no reason to deny them the possibility of staying in Mexico.” The Iranian team has also announced they will be moving their training base from Tucson to Tijuana, but still plan to enter the United States to play their games – with Trump saying they will be “welcome,” despite the fact American authorities have yet to issue the necessary visas.* Our final two stories involve the Pope. First, AP reports that this week Pope Leo XIV made an historic apology not only for the Catholic Church's role in legitimizing slavery, but its failure to condemn the practice for centuries afterwards. Pope Leo called this a “wound in Christian memory.” Leo, the first American Pope, can point to both enslaved people and slave owners in his familial lineage, a remarkable vantage point from which to issue this statement in his first ever encyclical ”Magnifica Humanitas.”* Yet, for how historic this section of the encyclical is, it is not the portion of it that drew the most attention. That would be the section on Artificial Intelligence. Pope Leo writes “Humanity, created by God in all its grandeur, is today facing a pivotal choice: either to construct a new Tower of Babel or to build the city in which God and humanity dwell together.” Leo goes on to make the critical point that “technology is never neutral, because it takes on the characteristics of those who devise, finance, regulate, and use it.” He further goes on to state that “the pressure of new ideologies or certain highly powerful interests” can reduce the human person to “a resource to be used and exploited” or evaluated “on what they achieve or produce,” whereas God creates each individual person in His image and imbues them with inherent dignity. It is impossible to say whether the Pontiff's words will move the titans of the tech industry to change their ways, but his moving rhetoric is sure to significantly influence the world's view of AI, both today and for students of history.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. 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Trump's Iran strategy is spiraling, Republicans are openly panicking, Senate confirmations are collapsing, and Donald Trump increasingly appears trapped inside an alternate reality built by loyalty, flattery, and political fear.In this episode of Political Rehab, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down:Trump's chaotic Iran negotiationswhy Republicans fear the economic fallout is only beginningthe shocking Texas Senate result that could backfire on the GOPwhy Trump may no longer control the Senatethe growing questions surrounding Trump's health and Walter Reed visitsthe increasingly surreal cabinet meetings and authoritarian-style praise ritualsthe Democratic Party autopsy and what Democrats actually need to changewhy inflation, immigration, and branding defeated Kamala Harrishow Democrats could become the party of change againand why AI taxes and sovereign wealth funds may become major political ideas in the futurePLUS:A Dose of Hope on what Americans across BOTH parties still agree on — and why the country may not be as divided as it feels.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro — “Stuck in Neutral”00:22 Trump's Iran deal confusion begins01:10 Trump claims Iran deal is close01:45 Republicans panic over economic fallout02:25 Commodity shortages and inflation warning03:35 Ken Paxton crushes Cornyn in Texas04:15 Can Democrats actually win Texas?05:10 Why Paxton could hurt Republicans nationally06:00 “Republicans are stupid”06:45 Trump's Senate confirmation crisis07:30 Tulsi Gabbard resignation fallout08:05 GOP senators turning against Trump09:05 Trump's Walter Reed visits and health questions10:15 “Superhuman Trump” messaging11:00 Rick Wilson says Trump may be seriously ill12:00 Why the media may be missing the real story12:35 Trump's cabinet praise spectacle13:20 Is Trump trapped in an alternate reality?14:05 “North Korea tribute video”15:00 Nixon comparisons and informational isolation15:45 Rundown recap — authoritarian feedback loop18:05 Deep Dive — the Democratic autopsy19:00 Why the Democratic report failed20:00 The real reasons Harris lost20:20 Inflation, immigration, and Democratic branding21:10 Why incumbents collapsed globally in 202421:40 Democrats' identity crisis22:20 Immigration perceptions vs reality23:00 Bill Clinton and the “New Democrat” model23:40 Democrats and the politics of change24:10 “Shock to the system” voters25:00 Matt Wylie on political branding26:05 The McDonald's McDLT analogy27:00 How Democrats can defuse culture wars28:00 Why voters wanted change more than Trump29:00 What Democrats must learn for 202829:45 AI taxes and sovereign wealth funds31:05 Dose of Hope — Americans may agree more than we think33:30 Stephen Colbert, Walter Reed, and political satire35:00 Final thoughts

President Trump doesn't seem to care that much about winning the midterms. He's more unpopular at this point in his second term than basically any of his modern predecessors. Democrats seem poised to retake the House and have a real chance of retaking the Senate. You might expect a president in that position to pivot to the center, to focus on voters' top concerns and try to boost the strongest Republicans in key races. Trump isn't doing any of that. Instead, he announced a $1.8 billion slush fund to pay out “victims of lawfare,” he threatened to re-escalate the Iran war, and he intervened in Republican primaries in ways that are gifts to Democrats, like endorsing the scandal-plagued Ken Paxton over the incumbent, John Cornyn, in Texas' Senate race. Why doesn't Trump seem to care more about winning? Liam Donovan is a Republican strategist and a president at Targeted Victory, a Washington public affairs and digital marketing firm. He has worked on the National Republican Senatorial Committee and for Cornyn. In this conversation, we discuss the moves Trump is making, the rough political environment for Republicans and what the paths to Democratic victories look like. Mentioned: “Graham Platner Thinks a Political Revolution Is Coming” by The Interview Thomas Massie interview in The Washington Examiner Book Recommendations: The Right by Matthew Continetti Apple in China by Patrick McGee The Frackers by Gregory Zuckerman Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com. You can find transcripts (posted midday) and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast, and you can find Ezra on Twitter @ezraklein. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs. This episode of “The Ezra Klein Show” was produced by Jack McCordick. Fact-checking by Michelle Harris with Julie Beer and Mary Marge Locker. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld. Our recording engineer is Johnny Simon. Our executive producer is Claire Gordon. The show's production team also includes Marie Cascione, Annie Galvin, Rollin Hu, Kristin Lin, Emma Kehlbeck, Marina King and Jan Kobal. Original music by Pat McCusker. Audience strategy by Shannon Busta. The director of New York Times Opinion Shows is Annie-Rose Strasser. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Kenny Webster, comedian, brodcaster and all around great conservative! 

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A slew of ads and attacks from the Republican establishment over the past year and a half against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are all gone now that Paxton is the GOP pick to face Democrat James Talarico in one of the most contested fights for the Senate.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fellas reconvene after Chisum's latest backcountry adventure. Highlights from the conversation include: Club sports shenanigans The joys of Idaho black bear hunting Grab your Natty Light, we're getting a redneck pool! We're gonna need a chainsaw Broken trailers and quick fixes Screwtape Chapter 20 Paxton routs Cornyn in Texas senate run off Blackrock CEO [...]

On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Just your Liberty Loving Latino! 

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Ken Paxton's MAGA win over John Cornyn exposes GOP hypocrisy as scandal, Trump loyalty, and fake family values collide with James Talarico's real faith politics.Subscribe to our Newsletter:https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletterPurchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFnG It's Worth It: https://amzn.to/3VFByXP Lose Weight And BeFit Now: https://amzn.to/3xiQK3K Tribulations of anAfro-Latino Caribbean man: https://amzn.to/4c09rbE

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1. Election Results & Significance Ken Paxton wins decisively with roughly 64% vs 36% (a ~28-point margin). This is described as: A major upset for an incumbent A “sea change” in Republican politics Cornyn had: 24 years in the Senate Significant institutional power and funding Despite heavy financial backing (over $100M+ spent, mostly for Cornyn), Paxton wins overwhelmingly. 2. Why Paxton Won Several factors are highlighted: ✅ Anti-establishment sentiment The race was a: “Conservative grassroots vs establishment Republican” Voters favored a more ideological, outsider-style candidate. ✅ Trump’s influence Donald Trump endorsed Paxton (late in the race). The hosts argue: The endorsement boosted Paxton’s margin But Paxton was already leading in polls ✅ Perception of ideological purity Paxton is: “The most conservative attorney general in the country” This appealed to Republican primary voters. 3. The Role of Money The race becomes: One of the most expensive Senate primaries ever Despite: Massive spending (mostly pro-Cornyn) Outcome shows:

A bruising, record-setting Republican Senate runoff in Texas comes to an end, as Ken Paxton cruises to an easy victory over incumbent GOP Senator John Cornyn. Pope Leo the 14th releases his first encyclical, warning that artificial intelligence must be governed by moral responsibility and made to serve human dignity, not replace it. Vice President JD Vance brings state attorneys general to the White House as the Trump administration works to turn its anti-fraud task force into a national enforcement push. UFC and the White House prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime fight night on the South Lawn, with thousands of spectators, free tickets, and even the Oval Office as part of the show.   Birch Gold: Text MK to 989898 for a free info kit and to see if you qualify for up to $10,000 back through May 29   SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/megyn to get the right coverage at the right price. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Megyn Kelly is joined by Tom Bevan, president and co-founder of RealClearPolitics, to discuss Ken Paxton crushing John Cornyn in the GOP Texas primary runoff for U.S. senate, why this is a huge MAGA victory, the general election matchup with James Talarico on the Dem side, who's favored to win in the Paxton - Talarico battle in Texas, how radical Talarico is and whether he really has a chance in the race, Talarico's vegan past and what he's actually said about a "vegan" campaign, his new claims about his true meat eating, the attacks we're about to see against Paxton, and more. Then Andrew Lownie, author, "Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York," joins to discuss reports in his book on allegations about Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein, the truth about Virginia Giuffre, the allegations about his disturbing experiences as a young child, shocking new details involving "Fergie" Sarah Ferguson and Diddy, the truth about Fergie's marriage to Prince Andrew, Fergie's love of American celebrities, Prince Andrew's warning to Harry about Meghan Markle, alleged fights between Princes Harry and Andrew, and more.   Bevan- https://www.realclearpolitics.com/ Lownie-https://andrewlownie.me/   ARMRA: go to https://tryarmra.com/MEGYNto get 30% off your first subscription order Birch Gold: Text MK to 989898 for a free info kit and to see if you qualify for up to $10,000 back through May 29. Ethos Life Insurance: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at: https://ethos.com/MK The Wellness Company: Don't let a sudden illness derail your summer—secure your peace of mind and save $45 on a Medical Emergency Kit today by visiting https://UrgentCareKit.com/MK and using promo code MK.     Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKelly Twitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShow Instagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShow Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow  Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Glenn starts the show by discussing Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton (R) defeating incumbent Sen. John Cornyn (R) in a landslide. Texans made it clear: It's a new era, and career politicians who don't represent Texans' core beliefs will no longer be tolerated. Glenn reacts to Paxton's opponent, James Talarico (D), who recently claimed that the Bible is silent on the issue of abortion. Glenn also reacts to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) discussing a questionable policy regarding private property. The Left is losing its mind over President Trump's decision to hold a UFC cage fight on the White House lawn in July. Glenn explains why this fight is not desecration and lays out the real desecration that has been happening in D.C. Glenn speaks on the dangers of Hasan Piker, a radical leftist whom the government has now subpoenaed. Was Glenn one of the reasons Piker got subpoenaed? Glenn speaks on the importance of not letting anger lead a country, as only respect and love can lead a country to success. Glenn discusses the controversy surrounding AI data centers and explains the dire reason he believes they're necessary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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HUGE WIN for the America First movement! President Trump just delivered another decisive blow to the Washington establishment, as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton crushed RINO Senator John Cornyn in a massive 27-point landslide. Paxton destroyed Cornyn 64% to 36% in the Texas Republican Senate primary runoff — proving once again that Trump's endorsement is unstoppable and the Republican base is demanding real fighters, not career politicians. This runoff victory further proves that President Trump remains the most powerful force in Republican politics. While Washington insiders and moderate Republicans warned against backing Paxton, the voters of Texas overwhelmingly chose the fighter who stood with Trump over the longtime establishment senator. We also cover: Does the Bible talk about abortion? Fox News' Alexis McAdams called a “NAZI bitch.” Steve Jobs CHANGED the world. Zohran Mamdani wealth distribution is coming. RFK Jr. wrangles two snakes in Florida. The message is clear: Conservatives are done with spineless establishment Republicans. The MAGA movement is alive, stronger than ever, and ready to take back the Senate with real warriors in 2026. If you're tired of RINOs and want America First leaders who actually deliver, hit LIKE

In this edition of For All InTrendsive Purposes, Jack and Miles are joined by L.A. mayoral candidate Nithya Raman to talk about her run, and they also discuss Paxton ousting Cornyn in TX, Pope Leo spitting some mildly hot fire, NJ rep Tom Kean Jr. missing everything but the stonks and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 26, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, the unbelievably high stakes of the Paxton, Cornyn runoff in Texas. Plus, how Trump's plan to redraw democracy ran into a surprise in South Carolina. Then, Sen. Andy Kim on getting tear-gassed outside an ICE detention facility. And the growing frustration with Trump corruption. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump attacks James Talarico as a vegan and plans rallies for Ken Paxton while Republicans reveal growing fear about holding Texas -- A Texas Republican voter says Donald Trump controls the Republican Party and refuses to support Ken Paxton in the general election -- Donald Trump declares “perfect” health after another medical exam, while the White House turns medical updates into a publicity campaign -- White House social media accounts flood the internet with energetic Trump photos as videos of him appearing asleep spread online -- Dr. Jonathan Reiner warns that Donald Trump's repeated daytime sleeping and insomnia could signal serious health concerns -- Videos show Donald Trump swaying while saluting, fueling debate about age, fatigue, balance issues, or shoe lifts -- Jessica Tarlov criticizes Donald Trump's Iran policy on Fox News and leaves the rest of the panel visibly speechless -- JD Vance stumbles through grammar comments and welfare claims during an awkward public appearance -- On the Bonus Show: Biden sues DOJ to stop audio release, California's public universities embrace AI, construction begins on the White House UFC cage for Trump's birthday party, and much more...

They tried to copy our playbook. They found a seminary trained "Christian" candidate pushing non-binary theology, open borders, and a meatless campaign in the heart of Texas cattle country. I saw this coming, and today I'm breaking down exactly what it means for the church, the ballot box, and the battle ahead. This is not a fringe development. The left has watched Trump galvanize millions of Christian voters and decided to build their own version — except they picked someone whose doctrine does not match the label. I'm unpacking the Cornyn vs. Paxton race, why establishment Republicans poured over $150 million into stopping one MAGA candidate, and what the Iran nuclear threat has to do with the spiritual foundation this nation was built on. The religion and government debate is no longer coming. It is here. 00:00 — Trump endorses Paxton and the Senate establishment erupts 04:00 — Democrats unveil their "Christian" candidate for Texas 07:15 — Non-binary God, veganism, and the taco that launched a thousand ads 10:30 — The prayer and fasting declaration and why the left is panicking 14:00 — Francis Schaeffer's Roman bridge and the weight America is carrying 19:20 — Iran, nukes, and my "no dust, no dollars" breakdown SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss what's happening next LIKE if your discernment was already on high alert COMMENT: Was Trump right to endorse Paxton over the establishment — or does backing an outsider put the Senate agenda at risk? SHARE this with a believer who needs to know what the left is building Podcast Episode 1232: They're Building a Fake Christian Movement. We Saw It Coming. | don't miss this! Listen to more episodes of the Lance Wallnau Show at lancewallnau.com/podcast ──────────────────────────────────────── Follow Lance Wallnau: Website: lancewallnau.com Facebook: Lance Wallnau Instagram: instagram.com/lancewallnau X (Twitter): twitter.com/LanceWallnau

Texas election results sent shockwaves through both parties as major races exposed growing cracks inside the Democrat coalition and sparked debate across conservative media. This episode covers Chip Roy's loss, Ken Paxton reactions, Van Jones' response, and why some Republicans are calling it a wake-up call heading into the general election.We also dive into Spencer Pratt's surprising rise in prediction markets, ICE protest chaos caught live on air, Trump's viral Iran surrender post, Candace Owens' latest controversies, media obsession with Trump's health, and ongoing culture war battles surrounding sports, TikTok, and Hollywood politics.From Texas politics to internet drama, this episode breaks down the biggest political and cultural moments dominating the conversation right now.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS TO SUPPORT OUR SHOW!For a donation of $20 or more, Concerned Women of America  will send you their book: A Woman's Guide: Seven Rules for Success in Business and Life.  https://ConcernedWomen.org/ChicksGet an additional 20% off better plants at Fast Growing Trees with code CHICKS at https://fastgrowingtrees.com/ChicksGo to https://ChicksLoveOliveOil.com and get a FREE full-size $49 bottle of Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil for just $1 shipping—no commitmentTry out Beam's Creatine now! Receive up to 30% off with code CHICKS at https://shopbeam.com/ChicksSubscribe and stay tuned for new episodes every weekday!Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTikTokXLocalsMore InfoWebsite

Ken Paxton defeats incumbent RINO John Cornyn, Mayes Middleton joins after winning the Texas Attorney General Primary, Rep. Brandon Gill, Rep. Wesley Hunt, Steve Toth also join the show American Financing: Save with https://www.americanfinancing.net/benny NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.327% for well qualified borrowers. Call 888-528-1219 for details about credit costs and terms. Visit Americanfinancing.net/Benny. Average savings based on borrowers who save over $199.99 Advantage Gold: Get your FREE wealth protection kit https://www.abjv1trk.com/F6XL22/4MQCFX/?sub1=Youtube Rumble Wallet: Take Control of Your Money Easily with Rumble Wallet. Download now at https://rumblewallet.onelink.me/bJsX/Benny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's Headlines: Trump got a three-hour physical at Walter Reed and posted that everything checked out "PERFECTLY." and is also building a UFC cage on the White House lawn for a $60 million birthday fight with VIP packages at $1.5 million each — because that's what the people's house needs. On a completely different note, Pope Leo dropped his first encyclical, a 42,000-word document warning the world's 1.4 billion Catholics about AI concentrating power in the hands of a tiny elite, with Anthropic cofounder Christopher Olah participating in the Vatican's formal presentation — and the Pope also issued the first-ever papal apology for the Vatican's role in legitimizing the trans-Atlantic slave trade, framing it as a warning about what AI could recreate. Back to the war nobody can define, the military carried out "self-defense strikes" against Iranian missile sites while Trump posted that negotiations are "proceeding nicely" and a spokesperson insisted they were "using restraint during the ongoing ceasefire" — ok. Meanwhile, New Jersey Senator Andy Kim got pepper sprayed at a protest outside the Delaney Hall ICE detention center after state officials were barred from inspecting conditions that led detainees to organize a hunger strike. Speaking of the administration burying bad news, the DOJ filed motions on the Friday before Memorial Day to dismiss the most serious January 6th seditious conspiracy cases, then one hour later scrubbed all records of January 6th prosecutions from their social media archives, calling them "partisan propaganda." On the redistricting wars, federal judges blocked Alabama's racially gerrymandered map citing "undisputed evidence of intentional racial discrimination," South Carolina's Republicans declined to redraw their maps only because early voting had already started, and Ken Paxton — too corrupt even for most Republicans — won the Texas Senate Republican primary with Trump's endorsement, setting up a general election against Democrat James Talarico. Resources/Articles mentioned: AP News: Trump wraps up 3-hour medical visit to Walter Reed and declares 'Everything checked out PERFECTLY' BBC: White House erects UFC cage ahead of 250th anniversary celebration Vatican: Encyclical Letter of His Holiness Leo XIV Magnifica Humanitas (15 May 2026) WaPo: Anthropic aligns with Vatican over White House as Pope Leo addresses AI fears PBS News: Pope Leo XIV makes historic apology for Vatican's role in legitimizing slavery Ole-in-legitimizing-slavery NJ: ICE agents pepper-spray protesters, N.J. senator in clash outside Delaney Hall in Newark AP News: US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites Axios: Trump asked Muslim leaders to join Abraham Accords after Iran war ends  NYT: Trump Administration Chips Away at Last Traces of Broad Inquiry Into Jan. 6 AP News: Federal court blocks Alabama plan for new congressional districts that could help Republicans AP News: South Carolina Senate rejects Trump's call to redraw congressional map for midterm elections NYT: Texas U.S. Senate Republican Runoff Live Election Results 2026: Cornyn vs. Paxton Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Jim and Greg for Wednesday's 3 Martini Lunch as they react to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's decisive victory over Sen. John Cornyn in the Texas GOP Senate runoff, the impending resignation of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass facing allegations of flouting election laws, and growing concern over the re-emergence of Ebola.First, they break down Ken Paxton's commanding win in the Texas Republican Senate runoff and preview his upcoming general election showdown with far-left state Rep. James Talarico. They also discuss the Texas congressional runoff results, where two high-profile Democrats were ousted by their own party.Next, Jim and Greg discuss reports that DNI Tulsi Gabbard will soon step down as she helps her husband battle a rare form of bone cancer. They wish the family well in the very tough fight ahead. Jim also  explains why he initially viewed Gabbard as an odd choice to lead U.S. intelligence, but why his respect for her increased in recent months.Then, they react to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass holding a campaign event next to a ballot drop box while supporters submitted ballots during the event. Challenger Spencer Pratt has filed a complaint alleging Bass violated election laws. Jim and Greg explain why ballot drop boxes are a horrible idea and how candidates just don't seem to care if they are breaking election laws.Finally, as international concern grows over the latest Ebola outbreak, Jim recounts some Ebola concerns he had returning from Europe.Please visit out great sponsors:OneSkinFor a limited time, try OneSkin with 15% off using code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3MLPocket HoseFor a limited time, get two free gifts—a 360° rotating pocket pivot and a thumb drive nozzle—when you buy the Pocket Hose Ballistic; just text MARTINI to 64000, message and data rates may apply.New episodes every weekday. 

Ken Paxton, James Talarico, JD Vance, Stephen Miller, Spencer Pratt, and Zohran Mamdani headline today's A.M. Update. Ken Paxton defeats incumbent Sen. John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff, setting up a November race against Democrat James Talarico, and Aaron plays a clip of Talarico using his Christian faith to defend abortion access and takes it apart piece by piece. JD Vance chairs a bipartisan anti-fraud roundtable with 15 state attorneys general including Connecticut and Oregon, and Stephen Miller expands on his claim that rooting out welfare fraud at scale could balance the federal budget, tracing the collapse of the honor system to decades of mass immigration from cultures that don't share it. Zohran Mamdani threatens to seize and redistribute property from negligent New York City landlords, and Aaron points out the city's own regulations are what drove the neglect in the first place. A resurfaced Spencer Pratt video from February shows him saying he does not want ICE in LA either, and then explaining exactly why Karen Bass is the one who keeps inviting them in. A new Christian mobile carrier called Radiant Mobile launches on the T-Mobile network with a network-level firewall blocking pornography and other harmful content, tied to research showing pornography is a problem for 74% of Gen Z men. Aaron closes with the story of biking 36 miles to work and back on a 90-degree day, and the fountain Dr Pepper from Casey's that almost saved his life at mile 34.

Republican *Ken Paxton* preaches the Ten Commandments while committing adultery. *Trump's* at Walter Reed again. And the Republican map eraser works overtime. *IN THIS EPISODE:* ▪️ Paxton wants the Ten Commandments in every Texas classroom — his wife filed for divorce citing adultery on "biblical grounds." ▪️ Paxton was impeached on 20 articles. Not exonerated — he pled out. Paid $300,000. ▪️ Trump makes his third trip to Walter Reed since returning to office. No one's explaining why. ▪️ A federal judge wrote TWICE that Trump raped E. Jean Carroll. ABC paid $20 million to avoid saying so on air. ▪️ South Carolina Republicans tried to erase James Clyburn's congressional seat. The state Senate blocked it — for now. ▪️ Alabama: Federal judges threw out the map designed to kill majority-Black districts. The GOP is appealing. ▪️ Florida: Four Democratic seats erased by Republican remapping. A judge refused to block it. ▪️ The Texas Senate runoff — Paxton vs. Cornyn — and what it tells you about Trump's grip on Republican voters. *KEY FIGURES COVERED:* Ken Paxton • John Cornyn • James Talarico • Donald Trump • E. Jean Carroll • James Clyburn • Sam Alito • Angela Paxton • Jasmine Crockett • Beto O'Rourke • Colin Allred

Will a Trump-backed candidate unseat Republican Senator John Cornyn in Texas? We go live to Texas as the voters decide. Plus, Iran warns of retaliation after US strikes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A trend is happening and it's an encouraging one... Voters are starting to fight back, and they are targeting certain Republicans and rewarding others. What does this mean for our Country?SPONSOR: Alliance Defending FreedomAmerica is marking 250 years of freedom this year. Alliance Defending Freedom invites you to take five days to thank God for His blessings on our country and pray for strength and direction ahead. Sign up and you'll receive five daily prayer messages with specific prompts for how to pray for America.Sign up free, or text PRAY250 to 83848, at https://www.JoinADF.com/Nick-----SPONSOR: Lear CapitalGold and silver are hitting all-time highs as money printing, market bubbles, and global unrest reshape the economy. Major players like Morgan Stanley are shifting into precious metals while Warren Buffett sells off big tech. Lear Capital helps you protect your wealth with up to $20,000 in bonus gold or silver on a qualified purchase.Call 800-707-4575 or visit https://www.Nick4Lear.com-----GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://NickJFreitas.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickjfreitas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NickFreitasVATwitter: https://twitter.com/NickJFreitasYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NickjfreitasTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickjfreitas3.000:00:00 – Trump endorsements shake up Texas primary results00:02:27 – Incumbent John Cornyn defeated in historic primary00:05:18 – Why Texas voters rejected the Cornyn amnesty00:06:58 – Winning the fight through conservative primary participation00:08:06 – Exposing James Talarico and woke leftist theology00:14:05 – Why Hollywood money cannot save failing Democrats00:16:17 – Mocking the leftist caricature of everyday men00:22:49 – West Virginia voters reject DEI in primaries00:25:35 – Replacing weak Republicans with strong Conservative Leaders00:26:58 – Analyzing Thomas Massie and the Trump opposition00:31:18 – Prioritizing threats to save the American republic00:35:18 – Why Republicans are finally fighting back effectively00:41:47 – Exposing the radical leftist culture war roots00:44:14 – Winning peacefully through the political election process

President Trump again proved his political power in Texas as his endorsed candidate in the Senate primary won in a landslide. Ken Paxton secured the GOP nomination, beating incumbent Sen. John Cornyn. Paxton will face Democratic nominee James Talarico in the fall in what's set to be one of the nation's marquee midterm races. Geoff Bennett discussed the results with Brandon Rottinghaus. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Vic and Mary Katharine talk primary predictions (Cornyn vs. Paxton), a farewell to Thomas Massie and Stephen Colbert, the DNC's embarrassing autopsy, Memorial Day thoughts, along with recommended overseas American military cemeteries, and Vic has a beach read recommendation that is definitely at least PG-13. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trump-backed Ken Paxton blows out incumbent Sen. Cornyn in Texas runoff. President Trump is scheduled to meet with his cabinet today, amid Iran peace talks. One person is dead and nine people are missing after a chemical tank rupture at a paper mill in Washington state. A study warns of dangers of late-night phone use for teens. Plus, RFK Jr. shares a snake-wrangling video from Dr. Oz's patio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Jim and Greg for Wednesday's 3 Martini Lunch as they react to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's decisive victory over Sen. John Cornyn in the Texas GOP Senate runoff, the impending resignation of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass facing allegations of flouting election laws, and growing concern over […]

On Tuesday, Texas voters participated in a slate of primary runoff elections, including a highly publicized Republican Senate primary between state Attorney General Ken Paxton and incumbent Sen. John Cornyn. Paxton defeated Cornyn by a 27.6-point margin and will go on to face state Rep. James Talarico (D) in the general election. Ad-free podcasts are here!To listen to this podcast ad-free, and to enjoy our subscriber only premium content, go to ReadTangle.com to sign up!What are monopolies?Recently, Executive Editor Isaac Saul sat down for a conversation with political commentator and author of the BIG newsletter Matt Stoller to discuss monopoly and antitrust law. The two discussed the reach of corporations, the power of billionaires, the prevalence of wealth inequality, the collapse of Spirit Airlines, and more. You can listen to the interview in our podcast feed or watch it on our YouTube channel!You can read today's podcast⁠ ⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ and today's “This day in history.” story ⁠here⁠ and today's “Have a nice day” story ⁠here⁠.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Take the survey: Who do you think will win the Texas Senate election in November? Let us know.Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast was written by: Isaac Saul and audio edited and mixed by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Lindsey Knuth, Bailey Saul, and Audrey Moorehead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

War Room Trump Says He's Not Sure He Should Make Iran Deal If Middle East Countries Don't Join Abraham Accords, Shoots Down Iran's Claims Strait of Hormuz To Reopen Within Month… PLUS, Paxton Defeats RINO Neocon Cornyn In TX Showdown

This episode is presented by Create A Video – The Charlotte City Council agreed last night to a process on how to replace the Mayor - who announced her resignation effective June 30. Plus, US Senator John Cornyn lost his re-election bid in a Republican primary run-off against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

Stu Burguiere and Dave Landau react to the various results of last night's primary election runoff in Texas and detail the huge win of Trump-backed Senate candidate Ken Paxton over John Cornyn. Then, author and National Review senior writer Noah Rothman joins to discuss his vital new book, “Blood and Progress: A Century of Left-Wing Violence in America.” FAST GROWING TREES Right now, they've got great deals on spring planting essentials, up to half off on select plants. Visit FastGrowingTrees.com, using the code “STUANDDAVE” for 20% off. Now's the perfect time to plant – let's grow together. Use code “STUANDDAVE” to save today! Offer is valid for a limited time, terms and conditions may apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DESCRIPTION Tara breaks down the political earthquake in Texas after Ken Paxton's landslide victory over John Cornyn — a race she says symbolized the final collapse of the Bush-era globalist machine inside the Republican Party. From open borders and the SAVE Act to Lindsey Graham, Karl Rove, and South Carolina's GOP establishment, Tara argues conservatives are finally taking their party back. PODCAST SUMMARY On today's AMPERWAVE DAILY, Tara celebrates what she describes as the political death of the Bush machine after Ken Paxton delivered a devastating defeat to Senator John Cornyn in Texas. Tara argues the race was never just about one Senate seat, but about whether the Bush-era globalist wing of the Republican Party could survive. The episode details the massive financial effort behind Cornyn's campaign, with establishment Republican donors and leadership PACs reportedly pouring over $100 million into the race to stop Paxton. Tara says the result represents a full-scale rejection of open-border policies, globalist trade agreements, and establishment Republican compromises with Democrats. Tara revisits the Bush political legacy in Texas, arguing that George W. Bush's governorship helped normalize open-border policies and international governance ideas that later evolved into broader globalist movements inside both parties. She credits Donald Trump with disrupting that agenda and says Paxton's victory marks the final collapse of the Bush political infrastructure in Texas. The show also dives into the SAVE Act battle, with Tara praising Paxton for challenging Senate Republicans to pass voter integrity legislation in exchange for ending his campaign. Tara argues Republican voters in Texas were outraged by Senate resistance to election reform and believes the issue became a turning point in the race. Attention then shifts to South Carolina, where Tara claims remnants of the Bush political network still dominate Republican politics through open primaries and establishment leadership. Lindsey Graham, Henry McMaster, Nikki Haley, Tim Scott, and other GOP figures are accused of protecting establishment interests while blocking conservative reforms. The episode closes with Tara arguing that establishment Republican influence is rapidly collapsing nationwide, though South Carolina remains one of the final strongholds of what she calls the “Bush cabal.” KEY TOPICS Ken Paxton vs. John Cornyn Bush machine collapse Republican globalism debate SAVE Act controversy Election integrity politics Karl Rove and GOP establishment Donald Trump influence South Carolina Republican politics Lindsey Graham criticism Open primaries debate Texas political realignment GOP donor influence SEGMENTS Segment 1: “Texas Is Free” Tara reacts to Ken Paxton's overwhelming victory and calls it the end of the Bush political machine. Segment 2: The $100 Million Battle Discussion centers on establishment Republican donors and leadership PACs spending heavily to protect John Cornyn. Segment 3: The SAVE Act Showdown Tara explains why Paxton's push for election integrity legislation became a rallying point for conservative voters. Segment 4: South Carolina: The Last Bush Stronghold? Tara argues the Bush-era Republican network still controls South Carolina politics through open primaries and establishment alliances. Segment 5: Globalism's Final Collapse? The show closes with a broader discussion about the future of the Republican Party after the decline of establishment globalist influence. QUOTE OF THE DAY “Texas is free this morning. The Bush machine is dead.” SEO KEYWORDS Ken Paxton, John Cornyn, Bush machine, Tara Servatius, SAVE Act, Donald Trump, Lindsey Graham, Karl Rove, South Carolina politics, GOP establishment, globalism, election integrity, Texas politics, conservative talk radio, AMPERWAVE DAILY

DESCRIPTION Tara breaks down what she calls the final destruction of the Bush-era globalist machine after Ken Paxton's landslide victory over John Cornyn in Texas. From open borders and NGO investigations to corporate donor influence and GOP establishment politics, Tara says the movement that reshaped Republican politics for decades was finally crushed where it began. PODCAST SUMMARY On today's AMPERWAVE DAILY, Tara reacts to Ken Paxton's overwhelming primary victory over Senator John Cornyn, describing it as the political annihilation of the Bush-era globalist movement inside the Republican Party. Tara argues the race was never simply about one Senate seat, but about the survival of a political machine built around open borders, corporate donor influence, and internationalist policies dating back to George W. Bush's time as governor of Texas. According to Tara, Texas became the birthplace of modern Republican globalism when border enforcement policies changed under the Bush administration, creating what she describes as a pathway for mass illegal immigration. The episode details the enormous financial effort mounted against Paxton, with establishment GOP donors reportedly spending over $100 million to protect Cornyn and preserve the remaining influence of the Bush political network. Tara says Paxton became the establishment's biggest threat after targeting NGOs accused of facilitating illegal immigration and voter registration operations inside Texas. The show also revisits Paxton's impeachment battle, investigations involving the Biden DOJ, and tensions between Donald Trump, Senate Republicans, and the SAVE Act. Tara praises Paxton's political strategy, arguing he exposed establishment resistance to voter integrity reforms and forced national Republicans into a difficult position. Attention then turns to South Carolina, where Tara claims remnants of the Bush political machine still dominate Republican politics through establishment leadership, open primaries, and donor influence. Lindsey Graham, Henry McMaster, and other establishment Republicans are accused of preserving the same political structure that voters rejected in Texas. The episode closes with a warning that establishment Republicans are attempting to regroup nationally, but Tara argues the Texas result may signal the irreversible collapse of Bush-era globalism inside the GOP. KEY TOPICS Ken Paxton vs. John Cornyn Bush machine collapse Republican globalism debate Open borders controversy SAVE Act and voter ID NGO investigations in Texas GOP establishment donors Karl Rove and Bush-era politics South Carolina Republican politics Lindsey Graham criticism Henry McMaster backlash Donald Trump and Senate Republicans SEGMENTS Segment 1: “Absolute Annihilation in Texas” Tara reacts to Ken Paxton's massive victory and says the Bush political machine suffered a historic defeat. Segment 2: How Globalism Started in Texas A breakdown of the Bush-era border policies and internationalist politics Tara says transformed the Republican Party. Segment 3: Paxton vs. The Establishment Discussion centers on impeachment efforts, DOJ investigations, and establishment attempts to politically destroy Paxton. Segment 4: The SAVE Act & Senate Resistance Tara explains why Paxton's challenge to Senate Republicans over election integrity became a defining issue in the race. Segment 5: South Carolina: The Last Bush Stronghold Tara argues establishment Republican influence remains deeply entrenched in South Carolina politics. QUOTE OF THE DAY “Globalism was born in Texas, and it died in Texas last night.” SEO KEYWORDS Ken Paxton, John Cornyn, Bush machine, globalism, Tara Servatius, SAVE Act, Texas politics, Donald Trump, Karl Rove, Lindsey Graham, Henry McMaster, GOP establishment, border security, conservative talk radio, AMPERWAVE DAILY

The U.S. and Iran appeared close to a deal over the holiday weekend. The Wall Street Journal’s Alex Ward explains why plenty of questions and skepticism remain. Texas Republicans vote today in a Senate primary runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and Trump-backed Ken Paxton. Steven Sloan of the Associated Press joins to discuss why some inside the party are worried about a Cornyn loss. Very little is known about Trump's “anti-weaponization” fund. Brian Schwartz of the Wall Street Journal breaks down why friends and foes of the president are lining up to file claims. Plus, authorities in Southern California said the threat of a major chemical explosion is eliminated for now, Pope Leo took on AI in his first encyclical, and why, despite viral claims, booking your flight at the library might not save you money. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

-- On the Show: -- Xavier Becerra, former Secretary of Health and Human Services now running for Governor of California, joins us to discuss the campaign -- Democrats prepare House investigations into Donald Trump focused on Epstein files, alleged family corruption and more if they retake Congress -- JD Vance is becoming isolated inside Donald Trump's White House as Marco Rubio gains influence and allies connected to Vance resign -- Internet conspiracy theories explode after a shooter opens fire near the White House and Secret Service agents return fire -- Donald Trump returns to Walter Reed for another medical evaluation as questions grow about his overall physical condition -- Kevin Hassett argues grocery prices are rising because refrigerator regulations close stores, while also claiming higher spending is good -- Donald Trump posts aggressively on Truth Social overnight in yet another online public political meltdown -- Donald Trump struggles through a Memorial Day speech, nearly falls asleep during Hegseth's remarks, and claims he took over Venezuela -- On the Bonus Show: Paxton vs. Cornyn runoff today in Texas, Tulsi Gabbard resigns as DNI, Hasan Piker is subpoenaed after Cuba trip, and much more...

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Griff Jenkins fills in for Brian Kilmeade to break down a massive day of news, starting with a historic finish at the Indy500 with winner Felix Rosenqvist. We dive deep into the Texas Republican primary runoff as Karl Rove exposes the high stakes of the Paxton vs. Cornyn race and the progressive threat from James Talarico. Plus, Congressman Jim Jordan exposes the radical left's multi-step border plan, Col. Allen West reacts to President Trump's potential Iran deal, and Manhattan Institute's Judge Glock breaks down why current industrial policies fail middle America.  [00:00:00] Felix Rosenqvist   [00:10:32] Allen West   [00:18:26] Rep. Jim Jordan   [00:36:50] Karl Rove   [00:55:13] Sen. John Cornyn   [01:13:38] Judge Glock   [01:24:43] John Stanford   [01:32:01] Elizabeth Pipko Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas voters head to the polls for a high-stakes Republican Senate runoff that could test President Trump's influence once again. Senator John Cornyn is fighting to fend off a Trump-endorsed challenge from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, as both candidates argue they are best positioned to keep the seat in Republican hands ahead of November. With several recent GOP incumbents losing primaries across the country, the outcome could signal how much sway the President still holds within the party heading into the midterms. University of Texas Professor and FOX News Decision Desk member Daron Shaw joins the Rundown to break down the political stakes in Texas, and what the race could mean for Republicans nationwide. Mental health awareness has helped reduce stigma and encouraged more people to seek support, but some experts warn the culture surrounding therapy may be creating new problems. Psychotherapist and author Jonathan Alpert joins the Rundown to discuss his new book, Therapy Nation, and why he believes Americans are becoming too quick to identify with mental health struggles instead of working through them. PLUS, commentary by Karol Markowicz, columnist for the New York Post and FOX News. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas Republicans are about to answer a question that has been hanging over the party since 2024: is partial loyalty to Trump enough anymore, or do you either become fully absorbed into MAGA or get pushed out entirely? Because both John Cornyn and Chip Roy represent different versions of Republicanism that tried, in different ways, to coexist with Trump without completely surrendering to him. And right now it looks like both experiments are failing. Chip Roy backed Ron DeSantis and spent years cultivating the image of an ideological purist who would occasionally buck leadership. Cornyn, meanwhile, did the exact opposite. He spent the last few years trying to carefully stay inside Trump's orbit, hiring Trumpworld operatives and constantly reminding voters how aligned he was with the president. One strategy was confrontation, the other was accommodation, and both may end in political extinction.Politics Politics Politics is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.The Roy situation honestly feels more straightforward. MAGA voters have absurdly long memories when it comes to perceived disloyalty during the DeSantis challenge. Roy spent the last year trying to re-enter the fold by being more cooperative, less antagonistic, more visibly aligned with the movement, but the suspicion never really disappeared. In a normal political environment, Roy's résumé would make him a strong favorite for statewide office in Texas. Instead, he now looks like somebody who made one unforgivable career calculation at exactly the wrong moment. If the polling is right and Mays Middleton wins comfortably, then the lesson Republican politicians will take from this is brutal: you do not get credit for eventually coming home after backing an alternative to Trump. The scarlet letter sticks.Cornyn's downfall is more interesting because he actually played the game correctly, at least according to the old rules. He built institutional support. He raised enormous amounts of money. He aligned himself with Trump operationally. For a while it even looked like it might work. He outperformed expectations in the initial round of voting and there were persistent rumors that Trumpworld had seriously considered endorsing him. But the problem with trying to survive inside Trump politics is that eventually survival itself becomes weakness. Ken Paxton understood this instinctively. He didn't need to prove he was more effective than Cornyn. He just needed to remain more emotionally connected to the base long enough for Trump to make a final decision. Once the endorsement landed, the race effectively stopped being about qualifications and became a referendum on who belonged more naturally inside the MAGA coalition.What's fascinating is that this same dynamic is now showing signs of strain elsewhere. South Carolina Republicans refusing to immediately fall in line on redistricting suggests at least some elected Republicans are beginning to quietly calculate for a post-Trump future. Not necessarily because Trump lacks influence — he very clearly still has it — but because the timing starts to matter. If Trump cannot personally destroy you until after the next election cycle, then maybe you can survive long enough for his attention to move elsewhere. That's the first real symptom of lame-duck politics: not open rebellion, but selective hesitation. Politicians start making small bets that enforcement may become inconsistent.And that's probably the deeper story underneath all of this. Trump still absolutely has the power to end Republican careers. Thomas Massie just learned that. Cornyn is probably about to learn it. Roy may learn it too. But the coalition is also beginning to subtly adapt around the reality that Trump's political clock is finite. The question is whether Republicans are entering a transition period where fear of Trump remains dominant but no longer universally paralyzing. Because once politicians begin believing there are scenarios where they can survive crossing him, even temporarily, then the entire incentive structure inside the party starts to change.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:02:51 - Final Texas Prediction00:09:05 - AI Ads with Brian Brushwood00:30:23 - South Carolina00:33:54 - Iran00:37:46 - Trump's Physical00:40:47 - AI Ads with Brian Brushwood, con't01:18:25 - Wrap-up This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe