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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed all members of the Defense Department's advisory boards. Joe Kasper, Hegseth's former chief of staff, launched a review of all advisory committees in March, required them to justify their existence. Kasper instructed the committees to explain how their advice “benefited the DoD, the Federal Government, and the United States,” and how it aligns with President Donald Trump's goals and Hegseth's priority of “restoring the warrior ethos.” This is not the first purge of advisory boards at the Pentagon in February 2021, then-Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin fired all members of the advisory boards as part of a “zero-based review” of their operations. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump has entered the Signal chat, despite supposedly not knowing what it is. What he does know, is that it is a "witch hunt." That's what the President told NBC's Kristen Welker exclusively on Saturday. Former Congressman Denver Riggleman and former deputy chief of staff to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Caroline Zier, discuss. Tuesday is also a critical state supreme court election in Wisconsin, an election that has already seen record-breaking turning and money spent. The chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, Ben Wikler discusses. 

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 2: 4:05pm- Democrats and members of the mainstream media continue to meltdown over the Trump Administration's use of Signal to communicate prior to an attack on Houthi terrorists. Rich notes that in 2024, no one in the Biden Administration was fired when Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin disappeared for weeks as the result of a medical procedure. CNN reported that President Joe Biden wasn't aware for days about Austin's hospitalization. Meanwhile, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks was on vacation in Puerto Rico—responsibilities transferred to her when Austin was hospitalized. 4:15pm- While speaking with Newsmax, President Donald Trump called The Atlantic's editor in chief Jeffrey Goldberg a “loser.” 4:40pm- On Wednesday, NPR and PBS executives testified before the DOGE subcommittee on overtly political content being funded by taxpayers. During one exchange with Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH), President and CEO of National Public Radio Katherine Maher conceded that they made a mistake by not covering the Hunter Biden laptop story prior to the 2020 presidential election. 4:50pm- According to the Los Angeles Times, Ben Affleck has “lost interest” in playing Batman. Rich rejoices.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (03/26/2025): 3:05pm- According to reports, The Atlantic's editor in chief Jeffrey Goldberg was inadvertently added to a Signal group chat with Trump Administration officials discussing planned military strikes against Houthi fighters in Yemen. Spokesman for the White House National Security Council Brian Hughes said the messages Goldberg received appear to be “authentic.” In Goldberg's report, he noted that National Security Advisor Michael Waltz was responsible for the mistake and that he may have also violated a federal records law—as Waltz set some of the messages exchanged on Signal to auto-delete after one week. While speaking with the press from the White House on Tuesday, President Donald Trump defended Waltz and suggested he doubts his cabinet officials will rely on Signal for group discussions moving forward. 3:10pm- During Wednesday's Senate Intelligence Committee hearing, Congressman Jimmy Gomez (D-CA) outlandishly asked if Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was drunk when he decided to use Signal to communicate with other Trump Administration officials. In response, CIA Director John Ratcliffe adroitly noted that the attack against Houthi terrorists was wildly successful, and Rep. Gomez's claims are baseless. 3:20pm- While appearing on CNBC, Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) attacked the Trump Administration for using Signal to communicate with one another prior to an attack on Houthi terrorists. Host Joe Kernen pointed out that Sen. Warner didn't seem to be nearly as outraged over the Biden Administration's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. 3:30pm- Steve Grillo—former Howard Stern Show intern—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his brand-new book, “Gorilla Parts.” What was the driving force behind Howard Stern's political U-turn? Grillo believes Stern just desperately wants to be accepted by Hollywood A-listers and he can't achieve that by embracing Donald Trump. Grillo notes that Stern is ostensibly attacking his old audience. PLUS, he tells a bunch of wild stories including partying with George Clooney! Learn more about the book here: https://x.com/stevegorilla. 4:05pm- Democrats and members of the mainstream media continue to meltdown over the Trump Administration's use of Signal to communicate prior to an attack on Houthi terrorists. Rich notes that in 2024, no one in the Biden Administration was fired when Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin disappeared for weeks as the result of a medical procedure. CNN reported that President Joe Biden wasn't aware for days about Austin's hospitalization. Meanwhile, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks was on vacation in Puerto Rico—responsibilities transferred to her when Austin was hospitalized. 4:15pm- While speaking with Newsmax, President Donald Trump called The Atlantic's editor in chief Jeffrey Goldberg a “loser.” 4:40pm- On Wednesday, NPR and PBS executives testified before the DOGE subcommittee on overtly political content being funded by taxpayers. During one exchange with Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH), President and CEO of National Public Radio Katherine Maher conceded that they made a mistake by not covering the Hunter Biden laptop story prior to the 2020 presidential election. 4:50pm- According to the Los Angeles Times, Ben Affleck has “lost interest” in playing Batman. Rich rejoices. 5:05pm- Hate Crime Hoax: The Allentown Police Department has arrested LaTarsha Brown—an Allentown City employee. Investigators allege that she placed a noose on her own desk then reported the incident—which led to FBI and Pennsylvania State Police involvement. Investigators were able to use video surveillance and forensic DNA to conclude that Brown was responsible. 5:30pm- From the Oval Office, President Donald Trump signed an executive order placing a 25% tariff on imported cars. The tariffs will go into effect on April 2nd. According to The New York Times, 1 million—of the 2.3 million—Toyotas sold in the United States last year were manuf ...

Today on America in the Morning   Blame For LA Wildfires As Mother Nature becomes a bit more cooperative allowing fire fighters to make progress on wildfires burning in the nation's second largest city, Jim Roope reports the blame game begins into the worst fires in Los Angles history still raging out of control.    Jimmy Carter's Funeral In a striking display of democracy and bipartisan unity, every living former president was on hand in the Nation's Capitol to say goodbye to America's 39th president, Jimmy Carter. John Stolnis has more from Washington.     SCOTUS Says No To Trump The US Supreme Court in a divided decision has denied Donald Trump's final appeal to stop the sentencing in his so-called hush money case. Correspondent Donna Warder reports that the president-elect will be sentenced in a New York court this morning.    Biden's Title IX Rules Rejected A judge has rejected President Biden's Title 9 rules, scrapping protections for gender identity and sexual orientation. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   Senate Takes Up Laken Riley Act On Capitol Hill today, the Senate will take up the Laken Riley Act, which cracks down on illegal immigration. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Last Of Biden Aid For Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke together, urging Donald Trump not to abandon more military aid for Kyiv. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.     Latest On The LA Wildfires The death toll is climbing, thousands of structures have been reduced to ashes, and hundreds of thousands are now under evacuation orders, as a series of wildfires fed by hurricane force winds show no sign of being stopped, despite heroic efforts by firefighters. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports both President Biden and President-elect Trump are commenting on the worst wildfire in Los Angeles history.    Remembering Jimmy Carter There was a rare image of presidential unity at the funeral for former President Jimmy Carter.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the 39th president was remembered as a devout public servant and a man of faith.     New Mexico Abortion Ruling A unanimous opinion by New Mexico's Supreme Court reinforces the state's position as having some of the most liberal abortion laws in America. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.    America's Extreme Weather Extreme winter weather has a tight grip on a number of states in the south. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    House Passes ICC Warning Bill The House in a bipartisan vote has passed a bill that would sanction the International Criminal Court if it tries to arrest our nation's allies, including Benjamin Netanyahu.      Vance Resigns Form the Senate In a move not unexpected, Vice President-elect J.D. Vance has resigned from the US Senate, effective today.     Tech News It appears not everything at this year's Consumer Electronics Show earns a 5-star rating. With that, here's correspondent Ed Donahue with today's tech news.    Finally   While there was no surprise as to how Wicked and Shogun are being looked upon, there were some big names that were snubbed in the Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Saline Supply Secured Through Lunar New Year Y F Chemical Corporation, Taiwan's largest saline producer, has resumed full production after addressing violations that halted operations last year. The Health Ministry announced that saline supplies are now sufficient (充足的) to meet hospital needs through the Lunar New Year. Other manufacturers have increased output, and imported saline stocks remain high, with hundreds of thousands of bags in reserve. While a global shortage of soft-bag saline packaging caused recent delays, officials expect supply to stabilize next week. The FDA has coordinated with manufacturers to prioritize deliveries for any reported shortages. Hospitals have also increased their inventories ahead of the holiday season to ensure uninterrupted care. Record NT$1.05 Billion in Lunar New Year Lottery Prizes Taiwan Lottery announced a record $1.05 billion NT in bonus prizes for this year's Lunar New Year lottery. The prizes will be drawn daily over 20 days from January 24th to February 12th, covering popular games like Lotto 6/49, Daily Cash, and Bingo Bingo. The Lotto 6/49 top prize will be $100 million NT, while the Big Red Envelope game offers up to $1 million NT per winner from a prize pool of $480 million NT. Smaller prizes are also available through additional (額外的) draws, including the Small Red Envelope game. For Bingo Bingo, prize amounts will increase during the holiday lottery period. This year's Lunar New Year bonus prizes are the largest ever. UN: Syrian Refugees Desperate Conditions The United Nations is warning more than 125,000 Syrian refugees are facing "desperate conditions" as they return to their home country. The UN's refugee agency U.N.H.C.R says many people have arrived back in Syria following last month's fall of the Assad regime. But families find themselves with little shelter and few economic prospects (前途). Sally Patterson reports from New York. Ukraine Zelenskyy Austin on Trump Presidency Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin used their final meeting in Germany to press the incoming Trump administration not to give up on Kyiv's fight. Austin warned that to cease military support now “will only invite more aggression, chaos and war.” President-elect Donald Trump's pronouncements about pushing for a quick end to the war and his kinship (親切感) with Putin have triggered (觸發) concern among allies. But Austin said "no responsible leader will let Putin have his way.” And while Austin acknowledged he has no idea what Trump will do, he said the international leaders gathered Thursday in Germany talked about the need to continue the mission. UN Forecasts Modest World Economy Growth The United Nations says the world economy resisted battering by conflicts and inflation last year and is expected to grow a subdued 2.8% in 2025. The U.N. projected last January that global economic growth would be 2.4% in 2024. It said Thursday that the rate was estimated to have been slightly higher, at 2.8%. Both remain below the 3% rate the world saw before the COVID-19 pandemic started in 2020. In their 'World Economic Situation and Prospects 2025, U.N. economists wrote that their positive prediction was driven by the strong but slowing growth forecast for China and the United States and by robust (旺盛的) performance anticipated for India and Indonesia. The European Union, Japan, and United Kingdom are expected to experience modest recovery. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. －－－－以下訊息由 SoundOn 動態廣告贊助商提供－－－－ 大樂透春節加碼～買1張對3個獎項！ 1/24~2/12，天天對億元頭獎、再對480組100萬元大紅包， 還有800組10萬元小紅包！ 過年就要買彩券

AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin urging Donald Trump not to abandon more military aid for Kyiv.

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:     We'll begin with an update on the ISIS inspired terror attack in New Orleans, as details emerge regarding the background and potential motivations of the U.S. Army veteran turned terrorist who killed 14 and injured more than 30 in the New Year's day rampage. Later in the show, Russia's last major gas pipeline to Europe has been officially shut down, marking an end to Moscow's decades long energy dominance over the continent. Plus, Israel has revealed that more than 100 members of their special forces executed a daring covert raid in Syria back in September that destroyed an underground missile factory funded by Iran. In our 'Back of the Brief' segment, three terrorists who helped orchestrate the 9/11 attacks may avoid the death penalty, after a military appeals court ruled that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin could not rescind controversial plea deals made over the summer. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.     YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Day in Legal History: Palmer RaidsOn January 2, 1920, Attorney General Mitchell Palmer orchestrated a sweeping crackdown on suspected radicals in what came to be known as the "Palmer Raids." Over 500 federal agents, joined by local law enforcement, conducted coordinated raids across 33 U.S. cities, arresting between 6,000 and 10,000 individuals. The targets were primarily immigrants accused of being communists, anarchists, or other political radicals. Many of those detained were held without warrants or evidence, and legal proceedings against them often lacked due process.These raids were the culmination of the first Red Scare, a period marked by paranoia about leftist ideologies following the Russian Revolution and a wave of domestic labor unrest. Palmer justified the operation as a necessary defense against a supposed revolutionary threat, publishing his infamous article, The Case Against the 'Reds,' which fanned public fears. However, the raids quickly drew criticism for their unconstitutional practices. Detainees were denied legal counsel, held in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions, and subjected to deportation without fair hearings.Prominent legal figures and organizations denounced the Palmer Raids, seeing them as a gross abuse of government power. Critics argued that Palmer's actions not only violated individual rights but also reflected an opportunistic attempt to bolster his political ambitions. The backlash led to the founding of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), which emerged as a leading advocate against such government overreach.In hindsight, the Palmer Raids are a stark reminder of how fear and political expediency can undermine constitutional protections. They stand as a cautionary tale about the dangers of sacrificing civil liberties in the name of national security, a pattern that has echoed through subsequent decades.Law schools are navigating significant changes as they head into 2025, with notable trends shaping the legal education landscape. Enrollment is surging, with applications for fall 2025 up 25% compared to last year. This follows a 6% increase in applicants and a 5% rise in first-year students in 2024. Interest in legal careers appears driven by the prominent role of law in current events, including the recent presidential election. The competition for spots, particularly at elite schools, is intensifying, with a sharp increase in applicants holding top LSAT scores.Diversity in law school classes remains a critical issue. While the overall diversity of the 2024 entering class held steady, Black and Hispanic enrollment at top-ranked "T-14" law schools dropped by 8% and 9%, respectively, following the U.S. Supreme Court's 2023 affirmative action ban. Experts anticipate further impacts on diversity as fewer undergraduates of color enter the pipeline, with effects becoming clearer by 2028. For now, Black and Hispanic applicants are up significantly, reflecting continued interest in legal education.Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to influence law school curricula, though adoption varies widely. While only a small percentage of faculty actively teach AI-focused courses, some schools, like UC Berkeley and Arizona State, now offer AI-specific degrees or certificates. Legal writing courses and law clinics are increasingly integrating AI tools, responding to the legal profession's rapid adoption of generative AI technologies. Advocates argue that law schools must accelerate these efforts to meet employer and industry demands.Law school trends to watch in 2025 | ReutersA U.S. military appeals court has upheld the validity of plea deals for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind of the September 11 attacks, and two accomplices. This decision follows an earlier ruling by a military judge stating that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's attempt to invalidate the agreements in August was untimely. Under these plea deals, the three men could plead guilty to their roles in the 9/11 attacks in exchange for avoiding the death penalty. The Pentagon has not commented on the ruling but previously indicated that Austin was surprised by the plea deals, which were made independently of his office. The 9/11 attacks killed nearly 3,000 people and led to the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan. Mohammed remains one of the most notable detainees at Guantanamo Bay, a detention center established in 2002 to hold foreign militant suspects.The case has renewed criticism of Guantanamo Bay, with human rights advocates condemning the use of torture and calling for accountability. Separately, on the same day as the court ruling, the Pentagon announced the repatriation of Ridah Bin Saleh Al-Yazidi, one of Guantanamo's longest-held detainees, to Tunisia after being detained for over 20 years without charge. The facility currently houses 26 detainees, 14 of whom are eligible for transfer.US military appeals court says plea deals related to 9/11 attacks may proceed | ReutersCorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs faced mounting pressure in 2024, a trend likely to continue into 2025. Conservative activists, such as Robby Starbuck, successfully pushed major corporations like Walmart and Ford to modify or scale back their DEI initiatives. Starbuck's efforts have caught the attention of investors, with some threatening shareholder proposals in response to unwanted changes. Companies are also adjusting their language and communication around DEI to avoid political backlash, with organizations like Citigroup and Uber removing terms like "anti-racist" from corporate filings.The legal and political landscape is shifting as well. Trump's incoming administration, supported by a Republican-led Congress, plans to restrict corporate DEI through measures like prohibiting SEC workforce disclosures and barring government contracts for companies with DEI programs. Simultaneously, legal challenges from groups like America First Legal are targeting DEI policies as discriminatory under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, with lawsuits filed against companies like IBM's Red Hat.Some corporations now list DEI as a potential risk factor in their filings, signaling concerns about legal or reputational fallout from their diversity efforts. Despite the scrutiny, many businesses quietly continue pursuing diversity goals, while some executives maintain that inclusivity is essential for long-term success. This balancing act reflects the growing complexity of navigating DEI in a polarized environment.Corporate DEI Programs Recoil and Rebrand as Pressure MountsIn my column this week, I contend that if the Department of Government Efficiency, which will not be a real executive agency, wants to make the IRS more efficient it should do so by ordering more audits of wealthy taxpayers. Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's push for government efficiency could start by significantly improving federal revenue by addressing the $696 billion annual tax gap—the difference between taxes owed and collected. Research suggests that better auditing of high-income taxpayers, without requiring new legislation, could recover substantial unpaid taxes, aligning with the duo's mission of improving efficiency. Studies show that audits of wealthier individuals yield a high return on investment, deterring future tax evasion while reinforcing compliance.The IRS, weakened by years of budget cuts, requires more personnel to handle labor-intensive audits of complex high-income returns effectively. Targeted funding has already proven successful, as the Inflation Reduction Act enabled the IRS to recover over $1 billion from high-net-worth taxpayers. For every $1 spent auditing a taxpayer in the 90th percentile, the IRS recouped $12 in taxes owed – a truly staggering return on investment. However, the agency still struggles to match its 1995 staffing levels, highlighting a critical need for further investment.Closing the tax gap would not only generate significant revenue but also restore fairness by ensuring progressive tax rates function as intended. This effort is essential for creating an accurate picture of government resources and addressing fiscal responsibility. Whether Musk and Ramaswamy's commission will embrace this nuanced approach to tax administration remains to be seen, but don't hold your breath. A successful efficiency audit of the IRS hinges on informed decision-making and precision – something neither Musk nor Ramaswamy has evinced having in matters of politics.Musk, Ramaswamy Can Target Inefficiency by Closing the Tax Gap This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

New Yorkers list their New Year's resolutions...Changes in wages and fines coming to the tri-state Area...Mayor Adams celebrates 400th anniversary of NYC... Military appeals court rules against Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's attempt to throw out 9/11 pl full 237 This is your 4pm All Local update on December 31, 2024. Tue, 31 Dec 2024 19:58:32 +0000 ar2B55Wmmm1wWWbESLTX8m7HDi8bdFk1 emailnewsletter,news 1010 WINS ALL LOCAL emailnewsletter,news New Yorkers list their New Year's resolutions...Changes in wages and fines coming to the tri-state Area...Mayor Adams celebrates 400th anniversary of NYC... Military appeals court rules against Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's attempt to throw out 9/11 pl The podcast is hyper-focused on local news, issues and events in the New York City area. This podcast's purpose is to give New Yorkers New York news about their neighborhoods and shine a light on the issues happening in their backyard. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.

[SEGMENT 1-1] Leftist hubris 1 I'm holding down the fort, guarding the line, all so you can enjoy the holidays. So what only a handful of people will get to hear this message, because you are HARD CORE. Far too many people think they are bad to the bone, but when it's time for the fight, they are in the wind. YOU listening today are ready for the fight. What's he doing talking about violence over the Christmas holidays, some of the weak-kneed sissies are asking. Well, I ask them, “Do you think Democrats are resting?!” Do you think they care about the birth of baby Jesus? Holy Mother of Mary, are you crazy?! Welcome…TKJN The fact that Democrats continue cases against Trump is telling. First, they know the cases are bogus. But even after Trump gets elected in a mandate, Democrats don't stop. Partly, because they can't. Stopping means admitting they lied. And if Bill Clinton taught us anything, it's that Democrats won't quit lying until you produce “the blue dress”. How many blue dresses does Trump need to reveal to them. In what should make white supremacists happy, Jack Smith—the only white litigator targeting Trump—decided he didn't want to be the first person to die in the movie, and he rightly dropped his genned up case against Trump. But don't expect low-IQ Black prosecutors to do that same, thus Alvin Bragg, Letitia James, and Fani Willis continue their cases, a clear fight to see who can be the dumbest prosecutor in America. All their cases have fallen apart. But these clowns hold on to some delusion that a reward awaits. One thing I know for sure is that President Trump will take no prisoners in his second term. The good guy routine doesn't work with Leftists. And while no one should fear an elected official, deference should be paid to him and his supporters, and he should be allowed to do his job unencumbered…  [SEGMENT 1-2] Leftist hubris 2 - Muslim attack in Germany     Saudi Arabia issued three warnings to the German government about the perpetrator of the Magdeburg Christmas attack. Germany ignored them.    [SEGMENT 1-3] Missing in Action   AWOL in Washington: Who Needs Leaders When Nobody Notices They're Gone? Just in time for the holidays, America needs a new acronym to encapsulate the absurdities of modern governance: DOGE—Defenders of Government Evasion. If DOGE had been active six months ago, perhaps they'd have sniffed out the peculiar case of GOP Congresswoman Kay Granger. While her constituents in Texas assumed she was hard at work, it turns out Granger had been tucked away in a dementia facility for half a year. Six months of legislative MIA, and no one—not her staff, not her colleagues, not even Speaker of the House Mike Johnson—seemed to notice.  What exactly were her staff doing during this time? Besides collecting taxpayer-funded salaries, they apparently took up careers in creative writing, drafting fake updates and speeches to keep the charade alive. If we can't miss an elected representative for six months, perhaps it's time to rethink both her role and her office. And Granger isn't alone. Let's not forget the time Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin went AWOL—literally. While America danced on the edge of geopolitical chaos, with a proxy war in Ukraine and nuclear tensions with Iran, Austin quietly slipped away for what sources later described as a "routine medical procedure." That could mean anything from breast implants to a tummy tuck. You never know with Biden's military. Just like with Granger, no one noticed Austin's absence. The Pentagon hummed along without him. Again I ask, why do we need these people if they aren't missed even as we deal with global crisis supposedly in their wheelhouses? In another example, we get Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. Introducing the latest poster child for career politicians who've overstayed their welcome. The man freezes on camera so often that Capitol Hill should invest in a de-icing machine. Yet his staff dutifully props him up, ready to swoop in whenever he stares blankly into the void. https://youtu.be/ID52HUMe8Vw?si=Rzf0lDtSnV8a_GPk Need more proof? https://youtu.be/CoTw84X5sMQ?si=S4QsnetVE5s-qVAW While McConnell blanking out is shocking, look at how staffers, sycophants, and suck-ups rally to make it look like "business as usual". McConnell recently announced he'd be “working from home." I interpret this as code for “transitioning to hospice.” What about The Big Guy? Of course, no discussion of absentee leadership would be complete without mentioning Joe Biden. Democrats practically wore his mental decline as a badge of "Stolen 2020 Election" honor. Further, they branded anyone who pointed out his glaring deficiencies as “ableist” or “conspiracy theorists.” Biden's handlers deserve an Oscar for their work. They've managed to convince a large swath of the public that the man who trips over sandbags and forgets names mid-sentence is still running the country. Meanwhile, key decisions are outsourced to shadowy advisors or simply left on autopilot. Yet for all their efforts, even the best spin doctors couldn't hide Biden's failures: record-breaking inflation, a border crisis of biblical proportions, and foreign policy blunders that have alienated allies and emboldened adversaries. The Problem of Political Lifers Granger's absence, Austin's AWOL act, McConnell's brain freezes, and Biden's zombie presidency highlight a deeper issue: America's addiction to political lifers. Take Dianne Feinstein, for example. Before her passing, Feinstein was wheeled into the Senate like an extra from a retirement home documentary, barely aware of where she was or what she was voting on. Yet she remained in office, her staff effectively running the show in her name. Why does this keep happening? Because staffers, lobbyists, and party operatives have every incentive to protect their power and paychecks. These political enablers shield their bosses from scrutiny, ensuring that the government operates more like a poorly managed corporation than a republic accountable to its citizens. A Government That Functions Without Its Leaders The absurdity of it all is that government continues to function—or at least stumble along—even when its key players are absent or incapacitated. This begs the question: do we even need them? If Austin can go AWOL, Biden can barely function, and Granger can disappear entirely without consequence, perhaps it's time to streamline the system. Elon Musk recently made waves by mandating in-office work at his companies, arguing that employees who aren't physically present are inherently less productive. Maybe it's time to apply that principle to Congress and the executive branch. Let's demand our elected officials show up, do their jobs, and be held accountable—or face termination, just like any regular employee. America Deserves Better The hypocrisy is staggering. These are the same people who preach about the importance of government while failing to fulfill their most basic responsibilities. It's time to demand better. Americans deserve leaders who are present, competent, and willing to take their jobs seriously. Anything less is just another chapter in the tragicomedy of modern politics.          [SEGMENT 1-4] Peace on Earth, Except TransitionAs part of the peaceful transition of power, Democrats want Trump to be responsible for raising the debt ceiling when he gets in office.   Just to drive home the point, look at these headlines I found:·       Trump rages after Dems successfully us Republican SpaceX trip to Appoint Biden…·       Big Deaf: Musk raises alarms by endorsing what's known as “German neo-Nazi party”·       Trump Seems Awfully Touchy About the Impression That He's Taking Orders from Elon Musk·       Don't Tell Trump, but a liberal donor network is already plotting to flip the House in 2026·       House Republican Swipe at Musk: Last Time I Checked, Elon Musk Doesn't Have a Vote…   Democrats claim with no knowledge that Trump “rages”. Then they try to tie EloBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

First up on today's wide-ranging show, Ralph speaks to political scientist Adolph Reed about how American politics has started taking its cues from professional wrestling and how the left can rebuild itself. Then, we welcome Steve Silberstein from National Popular Vote to update us on their interstate compact's progress. Finally, we're joined by three interns from the American Museum of Tort Law—Dylan Bird, Gabriel Duffany, and Rachel Donovan discuss a rather unique summer assignment.Adolph Reed is Professor Emeritus of political science at the University of Pennsylvania and an organizer with the Debs-Jones-Douglass Institute's Medicare for All-South Carolina initiative, and co-host of Class Matters Podcast. His most recent books are The South: Jim Crow and Its Afterlives and (with Walter Benn Michaels) No Politics but Class Politics.One of the things that struck me, especially, is during the pandemic it was striking to see how much full-blown animus toward government— or toward the idea of public and public goods—that there is out there in society at large. And we know Heritage (and the rest of the reactionary, the Koch brothers) have been fueling that and stoking that kind of resentment for as long as they've been around, frankly, right…But what's different is that since the Clinton years, the Democrats have been just as likely to attack the idea of government or public goods and public services, right? And they're more likely to do it backhandedly…So there hasn't been any space for people to connect even the fact that they like to go to the public library or like to use the public park with this bipartisan, full-bore attack on the idea of government. And that has gone so far and so deeply within society.Adolph ReedSteve Silberstein founded and served as the first president of Innovative Interfaces Inc., a leading supplier of computer software for the automation of college and city libraries. Mr. Silberstein sold his interest in the company in 2001 and now devotes his time to philanthropic and civic matters, one of which is sitting on the Board of Directors of National Popular Vote.Of the states that have passed [the National Popular Vote compact], it's mostly been with Democratic votes. Because for a while there's been a theory that Republicans couldn't win the national popular vote. That's why they opposed it. But now that they have actually won the popular vote this time around, that theory which caused some of them to oppose it has gone by the wayside.Steve SilbersteinThere's no reason for [Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Michigan being “swing states”]. You know, those states didn't even exist when the constitution was established. It's just purely an accident…Those states are not typical of the United States—each state is unique in some way. So, Wisconsin has a big dairy industry. Pennsylvania has coal mining or fracking or something like that. So the candidates just concentrate on those—what are really very obscure issues to most of the people in the country. These states are not typical. They are not representative in any way shape or form of the rest of the country.Steve SilbersteinDylan Bird is a sophomore at St Lawrence University, pursuing a double major in Global Studies and Spanish on a Pre Law Track. Gabriel Duffany is a sophomore at the University of Connecticut, pursuing a double major in Human Rights and Communication also on a Pre Law Track, and he is an intern at the American Museum of Tort Law. Rachel Donovan is the Outreach Coordinator at the American Museum of Tort Law, and she is pursuing studies in education. All three recently worked as summer interns at the American Museum of Tort Law in the VoxBox Civic Engagement Summer Course, and they participated in Ralph Nader's Dictionary Pilot.It's a very daunting task when somebody hands you a full dictionary—over a thousand pages or so—and asks you to read it front-to-back. Once you start to actually sink your teeth into it…I actually found it to be a very positive experience. Rather than simply looking up individual words and ending your journey there, the goal really becomes the exploration of knowledge.Dylan BirdFor me, what really did stand out wasn't the individual words. It was more so the process of defining that I found the most compelling. So it showed up to me in the linguistic sense that these aren't exact definitions here. They're more so measurements, gauges of people's public opinions and definitions that would shift over time. So it was interesting to see how the evolution of words came, how meanings evolved over time with new technologies, new cultural moments. And as a news writer, I found that fascinating—the complexities of a word, the connotations that go with it, they can make or break the framing of any certain topic.Gabriel DuffanyI think that this project could be very important for students of all ages because it's not often that you would use a physical dictionary very much anymore—versus just going online and looking up a word. And now multiple definitions could come up—you may not even find exactly what you're looking for, because words undergo new meanings on a near-daily basis. And I think having the chance to read the original definition may give students new meanings to words that they may have thought they had the knowledge of due to social media.Rachel DonovanNews 12/25/241. On December 19th, the Teamsters announced they would launch “the largest strike against Amazon in U.S. history.” This strike covers nearly 10,000 Amazon workers who have joined the Teamsters, with workers taking to the picket line in New York City Atlanta, Southern California, San Francisco and Skokie, Illinois. Teamsters President Sean O'Brien is quoted saying “If your package is delayed during the holidays, you can blame Amazon's insatiable greed. We gave Amazon a clear deadline to come to the table and do right by our members. They ignored it…This strike is on them.” Scenes from this strike went viral over the holidays; one video posted by Labor Notes journalist Luis Feliz Leon shows NYPD officers guarding a path for Amazon trucks to depart after clearing away a blockade by striking workers – in case you were wondering whose side the cops are on.2. In more Amazon union news, INDY Week's Lena Geller reports that on December 23rd Amazon workers filed for a union election at the RDU1 warehouse in Garner, North Carolina. These workers are organizing under the auspices of Carolina Amazonians for Solidarity and Empowerment, aka CAUSE, which states that “despite an illegal campaign of intimidation by Amazon, which is desperate to keep unions out to continue paying poverty wages and failing to improve dismal work conditions,” the union believes they have “easily” exceeded the 30% card check threshold to demand an election. If successful, RDU1 would become the first unionized Amazon facility in the South.3. Independent investigative journalists Ken Klippenstein and Dan Boguslaw are out with a report on a potential conflict of interest in the Luigi Mangione prosecution. Apparently, “Magistrate Judge Katharine H. Parker, who is overseeing pre-trial hearings for…Mangione, is married to a former Pfizer executive.” Judge Parker's husband, Bret Parker, had served as Vice President and assistant general counsel at Wyeth, and held the same titles after that company was purchased by Pfizer. According to financial disclosures, Mr. Parker still collects a pension from Pfizer in the form of a “Senior Executive Retirement Plan.” The Parkers also own hundreds of thousands of dollars' worth of stock in Pfizer itself, along with other pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare companies. These holdings raise grave questions about the impartiality of this judge.4. In more news from New York, Gothamist reports New York Governor Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill which would have “reversed New York's longstanding ban on jury service for anyone convicted of felonies at any point in their lives. If enacted, the bill would have allowed people with felony convictions to serve only after completing their sentences, including parole.” This bill passed with the support of the New York Civil Liberties Union and Phil Desgranges, an attorney at The Legal Aid Society, called this bill “common-sense legislation.” State Senator Jabari Brisport wrote “Fun fact about [New York] politics. The Governor has until end of year to sign bills so she usually waits until [the] holiday season and vetoes a bunch right before Christmas, hoping no one notices.” The Gothamist piece notes that Hochul vetoed 132 bills over the weekend.5. Turning to Israel, a remarkable story in unfolding around the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. According to Democracy Now!, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is planning to skip the anniversary “out of fears he might be arrested for committing war crimes in Gaza.” As we have documented on this program, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and his former defense minister Yoav Gallant in November, and since then various countries have grappled with their obligations under international law to arrest the pair. While certain ICC signatory nations like Germany and France have sought to weasel out of these commitments, according to this report, “Poland's deputy foreign minister recently confirmed Poland would comply with the ICC arrest warrants if Netanyahu visited.”6. On the domestic front, newly elected Congressional Progressive Caucus chair Greg Casar has sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin demanding that the Biden administration withhold new transfers of offensive weaponry to the Israeli military. In this letter, he and other progressive members of Congress make clear that the administration itself has “correctly identified steps the Israeli government must take in order for continued transfers…to be in accordance with U.S. law,” and that “the Israeli government has failed to take sufficient action or change course.” This letter is signed by 20 members of Congress including Casar himself along with Summer Lee, James McGovern, Mark Pocan, Pramila Jayapal, Sara Jacobs, AOC, Rashida Tlaib, and others.7. In a stunning story picked up by POLITICO, Republican Congresswoman Kay Granger – chair of the critical House Appropriations Committee until last April – has been missing in action for months. Despite continuing to hold her Texas seat, she has not cast a vote at all since July. Calls to her office went unanswered and unreturned. Visits to her office found it vacant. And when investigative reporters sought her out, they wound up finding her in an assisted living facility wracked with dementia. This story is tragic; Granger's son has spoken out since publication, addressing how rapidly his mother's mental decline has progressed. Yet, this is just the most striking example of the gerontocracy that has gripped Capitol Hill. And at least Granger had the sense remaining to recuse herself from votes; rebellious Republican Congressman Thomas Massie of Kentucky is quoted saying he's “more concerned about the congressmen who have dementia and are still voting.”8. Moving to some good news, the Federal Trade Commission announced last week that they, along with the Attorney General of Illinois, have reached a $25 million settlement with food delivery giant GrubHub, stemming from the firm's engagement in “an array of unlawful practices including deceiving diners about delivery costs and blocking their access to their accounts and funds, deceiving workers about how much money they would make delivering food, and unfairly and deceptively listing restaurants on its platform without their permission.” In addition to the monetary penalty, the company must make significant changes to its operations model, including “telling consumers the full cost of delivery, honestly advertising pay for drivers, and listing restaurants on its platform only with their consent.” This is a victory for consumers, workers, restaurants, but perhaps above all, the rule of law. As FTC Chair Lina Khan puts it “There is no ‘gig platform' exemption to the laws on the books.”9. On December 23rd, President Biden announced that he would commute the death sentences for 37 out of the 40 federal prisoners on death row, in a major victory for ending executions by the state. These sentences have been commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole. In a statement, Biden wrote “I've dedicated my career to reducing violent crime and ensuring a fair and effective justice system…Make no mistake: I condemn these murderers, grieve for the victims of their despicable acts, and ache for all the families who have suffered unimaginable and irreparable loss. But… I am more convinced than ever that we must stop the use of the death penalty at the federal level.” He ends this statement by alluding to the fact that as president he has imposed a moratorium on federal executions and fears that the incoming Trump administration will resume state-sponsored killings. Per AP, the three inmates whose sentences were not commuted are: Dylann Roof, the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooter, Boston bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, and Tree of Life Synagogue shooter Robert Bowers.10. Finally, on Christmas Eve, Bernie Sanders issued a statement laying out “How to Make America Healthy Again,” echoing the language used by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Under Bernie's plan, this initiative would include Medicare for All, lowering the cost of prescription drugs, paid family and medical leave, a 32-hour work week, raising the minimum wage, and reforms to the food industry itself, such as banning junk food ads and stronger warning labels on high-sugar products. As with Bernie's qualified embrace of the “Department of Government Efficiency” this should be seen as a savvy move to call the Trump team's bluff. Will they really go after big sugar? Or will they bend the knee to their corporate benefactors yet again?This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. 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[SEGMENT 1-1] Leftist hubris 1 I'm holding down the fort, guarding the line, all so you can enjoy the holidays. So what only a handful of people will get to hear this message, because you are HARD CORE. Far too many people think they are bad to the bone, but when it's time for the fight, they are in the wind. YOU listening today are ready for the fight. What's he doing talking about violence over the Christmas holidays, some of the weak-kneed sissies are asking. Well, I ask them, “Do you think Democrats are resting?!” Do you think they care about the birth of baby Jesus? Holy Mother of Mary, are you crazy?! Welcome…TKJN The fact that Democrats continue cases against Trump is telling. First, they know the cases are bogus. But even after Trump gets elected in a mandate, Democrats don't stop. Partly, because they can't. Stopping means admitting they lied. And if Bill Clinton taught us anything, it's that Democrats won't quit lying until you produce “the blue dress”. How many blue dresses does Trump need to reveal to them. In what should make white supremacists happy, Jack Smith—the only white litigator targeting Trump—decided he didn't want to be the first person to die in the movie, and he rightly dropped his genned up case against Trump. But don't expect low-IQ Black prosecutors to do that same, thus Alvin Bragg, Letitia James, and Fani Willis continue their cases, a clear fight to see who can be the dumbest prosecutor in America. All their cases have fallen apart. But these clowns hold on to some delusion that a reward awaits. One thing I know for sure is that President Trump will take no prisoners in his second term. The good guy routine doesn't work with Leftists. And while no one should fear an elected official, deference should be paid to him and his supporters, and he should be allowed to do his job unencumbered…  [SEGMENT 1-2] Leftist hubris 2 - Muslim attack in Germany     Saudi Arabia issued three warnings to the German government about the perpetrator of the Magdeburg Christmas attack. Germany ignored them.    [SEGMENT 1-3] Missing in Action   AWOL in Washington: Who Needs Leaders When Nobody Notices They're Gone? Just in time for the holidays, America needs a new acronym to encapsulate the absurdities of modern governance: DOGE—Defenders of Government Evasion. If DOGE had been active six months ago, perhaps they'd have sniffed out the peculiar case of GOP Congresswoman Kay Granger. While her constituents in Texas assumed she was hard at work, it turns out Granger had been tucked away in a dementia facility for half a year. Six months of legislative MIA, and no one—not her staff, not her colleagues, not even Speaker of the House Mike Johnson—seemed to notice.  What exactly were her staff doing during this time? Besides collecting taxpayer-funded salaries, they apparently took up careers in creative writing, drafting fake updates and speeches to keep the charade alive. If we can't miss an elected representative for six months, perhaps it's time to rethink both her role and her office. And Granger isn't alone. Let's not forget the time Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin went AWOL—literally. While America danced on the edge of geopolitical chaos, with a proxy war in Ukraine and nuclear tensions with Iran, Austin quietly slipped away for what sources later described as a "routine medical procedure." That could mean anything from breast implants to a tummy tuck. You never know with Biden's military. Just like with Granger, no one noticed Austin's absence. The Pentagon hummed along without him. Again I ask, why do we need these people if they aren't missed even as we deal with global crisis supposedly in their wheelhouses? In another example, we get Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. Introducing the latest poster child for career politicians who've overstayed their welcome. The man freezes on camera so often that Capitol Hill should invest in a de-icing machine. Yet his staff dutifully props him up, ready to swoop in whenever he stares blankly into the void. https://youtu.be/ID52HUMe8Vw?si=Rzf0lDtSnV8a_GPk Need more proof? https://youtu.be/CoTw84X5sMQ?si=S4QsnetVE5s-qVAW While McConnell blanking out is shocking, look at how staffers, sycophants, and suck-ups rally to make it look like "business as usual". McConnell recently announced he'd be “working from home." I interpret this as code for “transitioning to hospice.” What about The Big Guy? Of course, no discussion of absentee leadership would be complete without mentioning Joe Biden. Democrats practically wore his mental decline as a badge of "Stolen 2020 Election" honor. Further, they branded anyone who pointed out his glaring deficiencies as “ableist” or “conspiracy theorists.” Biden's handlers deserve an Oscar for their work. They've managed to convince a large swath of the public that the man who trips over sandbags and forgets names mid-sentence is still running the country. Meanwhile, key decisions are outsourced to shadowy advisors or simply left on autopilot. Yet for all their efforts, even the best spin doctors couldn't hide Biden's failures: record-breaking inflation, a border crisis of biblical proportions, and foreign policy blunders that have alienated allies and emboldened adversaries. The Problem of Political Lifers Granger's absence, Austin's AWOL act, McConnell's brain freezes, and Biden's zombie presidency highlight a deeper issue: America's addiction to political lifers. Take Dianne Feinstein, for example. Before her passing, Feinstein was wheeled into the Senate like an extra from a retirement home documentary, barely aware of where she was or what she was voting on. Yet she remained in office, her staff effectively running the show in her name. Why does this keep happening? Because staffers, lobbyists, and party operatives have every incentive to protect their power and paychecks. These political enablers shield their bosses from scrutiny, ensuring that the government operates more like a poorly managed corporation than a republic accountable to its citizens. A Government That Functions Without Its Leaders The absurdity of it all is that government continues to function—or at least stumble along—even when its key players are absent or incapacitated. This begs the question: do we even need them? If Austin can go AWOL, Biden can barely function, and Granger can disappear entirely without consequence, perhaps it's time to streamline the system. Elon Musk recently made waves by mandating in-office work at his companies, arguing that employees who aren't physically present are inherently less productive. Maybe it's time to apply that principle to Congress and the executive branch. Let's demand our elected officials show up, do their jobs, and be held accountable—or face termination, just like any regular employee. America Deserves Better The hypocrisy is staggering. These are the same people who preach about the importance of government while failing to fulfill their most basic responsibilities. It's time to demand better. Americans deserve leaders who are present, competent, and willing to take their jobs seriously. Anything less is just another chapter in the tragicomedy of modern politics.          [SEGMENT 1-4] Peace on Earth, Except TransitionAs part of the peaceful transition of power, Democrats want Trump to be responsible for raising the debt ceiling when he gets in office.   Just to drive home the point, look at these headlines I found:·       Trump rages after Dems successfully us Republican SpaceX trip to Appoint Biden…·       Big Deaf: Musk raises alarms by endorsing what's known as “German neo-Nazi party”·       Trump Seems Awfully Touchy About the Impression That He's Taking Orders from Elon Musk·       Don't Tell Trump, but a liberal donor network is already plotting to flip the House in 2026·       House Republican Swipe at Musk: Last Time I Checked, Elon Musk Doesn't Have a Vote…   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

[SEGMENT 2-1] Christmas plot 1 Christmas week. What are your plans. Thanks for listening to my show. Hopefully you have the whole family gathered around your phone or computer and you're all listening to Black Santa espouse his political views? I can picture it now. I hope you are with people you love right now or on your way to them. Know how much I care about you all… What I find wild is that even in this time of reflection for most, there are people, ok DEMOCRATS who plot against the country. Imagine being so devious you try to steal money from people, and slip in legislation that allows you to be a known criminal, and the public can do nothing about it. Laws exist now that protect legislators from things that would be crimes for us. And they want MORE! More money and more power. And their rationale is that the peons are living better than most of the citizens of the world, so what another $100 per person matter, or $500 per person… it's amortized over a year. They nickel and dime us to death, and then we get the added tax of inflation. https://www.pgpf.org/programs-and-projects/fiscal-policy/monthly-interest-tracker-national-debt/ $104,497 per person, $266,275 per household…we paid $882B of interest on the debt this year.                                                                                                                       [SEGMENT 2-2] Christmas plot 2 What's ahead for the new year? Well, I know that we are all exuberant, excited about the possibilities of 2025. What role will you play? Is your job over, now that we won the last election? Are you taking a big sigh of relief?! Well stop! There is no relief. Merry Christmas, now back to work!   I ask again, how could anybody not want Elon Musk to look over your organization? I can only think of one guy not wanting this, and that's Jeff Bezos. And frankly, I don't think Bezos would pass up working with Elon Musk. But if Bezos did reject Musk, he'd be the only person who wouldn't want Elon to have a look-see at their organization. Democrats are plotting against Musk as I write this. Look at all the things that Musk solved that Democrats hold near and dear, and yet they plot against him. When I tell you, there is no satisfying Leftists…I GIVE YOU ELON!   Musk exposes inefficiency wherever he goes, so naturally, bureaucrats are sweating. Remember, this is the guy who lands rockets backward and made EVs cool, yet Democrats label him as some existential threat. Headlines scream nonsense like, “Musk backs neo-Nazis” or “Trump taking orders from Elon.” Really? That's your angle? Here's the truth: every great Musk innovation has been met with Leftist skepticism. “He can't do that,” they said. Then he did it—better, faster, and with fewer subsidies than any Democrat-backed boondoggle.[SEGMENT 2-3] Christmas plot 3 - Biden in Review   If Democrats tell the story, Biden was a great president. So what they killed his potential for a second term, that just business. America's Lump of Coal Presidency: A Retrospective on Biden's Policies and Personnel After four years of enduring this administration's bungling, America is ready for a reboot. The excitement around bringing back strong, decisive leadership is palpable. Polls show a yearning for policies that prioritize economic growth, border security, and international respect—not to mention a cabinet that doesn't moonlight as a reality TV cast.   [X] SB – Canadian on Trump v Trudeau US biggest economic and super power the world has seen Strong and fresh mandate Very powerful negotiator     . Thankfully, America seems ready to move on, but let's revisit the "highlights" we're happy to leave behind. 1. Inflation: From Transitory to Titanic Santa didn't leave gifts over the last year, instead he robbed us. Yes, Santa was caught on camera not delivering gifts but stealing them. At least that's what it feels like. Remember when inflation was dismissed as "transitory"? Turns out, it was about as transitory as a fruitcake—no one wanted it, and it stuck around far too long. The Biden administration's war on energy independence and reckless spending ensured that everything from gas to groceries came with a premium price tag. Americans didn't just tighten their belts; they cinched them into corsets. 2. Border Policy: Open for Chaos The southern border's open-door policy made Black Friday crowds look tame. We half-expected to see a "Welcome" mat and complimentary eggnog for all entrants, that's if you can find egg nog given our supply-chain issues which will be discussed later. Millions of illegals crossing under policies that made "catch and release" sound like a fishing tournament, except our fish were drug traffickers, sex traffickers, and terrorists. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas assured us the border was "secure, such a blatant lie I can only imagine Biden's team high-fiving each other after hearing it. Things were so bad on this issue, a Texas border town with 90% Mexicans voted for Trump over 85%. 3. Afghanistan: The Art of the Un-Deal The withdrawal from Afghanistan wasn't just a debacle—it was an international humiliation. President Biden and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin orchestrated a chaotic exit that abandoned American citizens, allies, and billions in military equipment. The world watched as Taliban militants gleefully took victory laps in U.S. helicopters, making it clear that the so-called “adults in the room” weren't even playing the same game. 4. Transportation Troubles When supply chain issues ground the economy to a halt, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg was, quite literally, nowhere to be found. On extended paternity leave during a crisis, Buttigieg's absence became symbolic of the administration's approach: absent leadership, delayed solutions, and priorities utterly detached from reality. Empty shelves became the new normal, making us nostalgic for the days when toilet paper was plentiful. Who knew that "just in time" would turn into "maybe next month"?  [SEGMENT 2-4] Christmas plot 4   The US shot down our own F-18. Did you see this story. I joked that the Chinese ordered Biden to do it, as they were gambling in Beijing on whether Xi could get him to do it. Either that or they found another Hunter Biden laptop and decided to have a bit of fun with their puppet. On top of this, we learned that Biden's military doesn't know how many soldiers are in Syria: [X] SB – Defense Spox on number of troops in Syria I'm not surprised given Biden's Secretary of Defense, oh what's his name?   [X] SB – Biden can't remember Secy of Defense name   You remember him, the 2nd highest ranking military man who went AWOL [X] SB – Doocy on Austin   We are days away from ridding ourselves of the worst president in American history, and undoubtedly the worst generation of freaks ever assembled in government. And we get more revelations about Biden's incompetence and inability to function: https://x.com/CollinRugg/status/1870480551171518760   REPORT: Biden made military families of troops k*lled in Afghanistan wait three hours while he “napped” on Air Force One on the tarmac, according to the Daily Mail. According to family members who spoke to the outlet, Biden “couldn't pull it together.” “[Biden] made us wait an extra three hours to receive the bodies of our de*d family members because he couldn't pull it together,” sister of Rylee McCollum, Roice said. Roice added that a military officer told her that Biden was napping on the plane. “Roice said she and others were waiting for Biden to appear when a military officer told her he was napping on his plane,” the Daily Mail reported. “We sat in that office for what seemed like an eternity waiting on the doddering old fool,” said the father of the father of Staff Sgt. Taylor Hoover.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

This Day in Legal History: Georgia Bans LynchingOn December 20, 1893, Georgia enacted the nation's first anti-lynching law, making lynching a felony punishable by up to four years in prison. The move marked an early, if largely symbolic, legislative response to the epidemic of racial violence that gripped the United States during the late 19th century. While Georgia's statute was groundbreaking, it was neither robustly enforced nor particularly effective at curbing mob violence, particularly against Black Americans. The systemic racism entrenched in law enforcement and the judiciary often allowed perpetrators of lynchings to escape accountability despite the new law.Ida B. Wells-Barnett, a prominent journalist and anti-lynching activist, highlighted the shortcomings of Georgia's legislation in her 1899 pamphlet Lynch Law in Georgia. She chronicled specific cases of mob violence in the state, exposing how the justice system failed to protect victims or prosecute offenders effectively. Wells-Barnett's work underscored the inadequacy of anti-lynching laws that lacked mechanisms for federal oversight or impartial enforcement.The Georgia law represented a small step in acknowledging lynching as a legal and moral wrong, but its impact was limited by the pervasive culture of white supremacy. Over the following decades, activists like Wells-Barnett continued to advocate for stronger federal anti-lynching measures, culminating in legislation like the Emmett Till Antilynching Act, signed into law in 2022. The 1893 Georgia statute remains a pivotal, though imperfect, historical moment in the struggle for racial justice and the rule of law.Starbucks Workers United, the union representing baristas at over 500 of Starbucks' 10,000 U.S. stores, has announced a five-day strike starting Friday after a breakdown in final-stage bargaining sessions with the company. The strike will initially affect unionized stores in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Seattle, with the union expecting the action to expand to hundreds of stores by Christmas Eve. The dispute centers on the company's failure to offer immediate pay raises for unionized baristas in its latest proposal. This marks the first strike since February, when both sides agreed to resume negotiations, and follows high-profile strikes like last year's Red Cup Day walkout. Starbucks claims the union prematurely ended the bargaining session and states it is ready to continue negotiations, highlighting agreements reached on over 30 worker-focused issues. The company also emphasized its average compensation package of $30 per hour for baristas working at least 20 hours weekly, while reaffirming its commitment to improving the worker experience.Starbucks Union to Strike Friday in LA, Chicago, Seattle (2)The U.S. government faces an impending shutdown as a Republican-backed funding proposal failed in the House, exposing deep divisions within the GOP. President-elect Donald Trump opposed a bipartisan funding deal, demanding debt ceiling changes, but his alternative plan failed to unify his party. Thirty-eight Republican lawmakers joined Democrats to reject the measure, highlighting challenges in advancing Trump's agenda despite Republican control of Congress and the presidency.House Speaker Mike Johnson, struggling to manage the crisis, vowed to propose a new solution but faced mounting criticism. Trump and ally Elon Musk condemned the bipartisan deal and pressured Republicans to hold firm, complicating efforts to pass even a stopgap measure. The shutdown threat could furlough federal workers and disrupt essential services during the holiday season.The discord underscored the GOP's internal fractures and Trump's polarizing influence as he pushes aggressive policy demands. While Trump framed the impasse as a fight against excessive government spending, Democrats criticized his demands as political maneuvers to advance tax cuts and other priorities. With the midnight deadline looming, no resolution was in sight, leaving federal agencies and workers bracing for a shutdown.Trump-Backed US Funding Plan's Failure Showcases GOP FissuresNine Palestinian Americans have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government, accusing it of failing to evacuate them and their families from Gaza amid ongoing conflict and a severe humanitarian crisis. The plaintiffs allege discrimination by the State Department, claiming it neglected to offer the same evacuation efforts typically extended to Americans in other conflict zones, such as Afghanistan, Lebanon, and Sudan. The suit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, names President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin as defendants.The lawsuit, supported by the Council on American-Islamic Relations and attorney Maria Kari, argues the U.S. violated the plaintiffs' constitutional right to equal protection. A State Department spokesperson declined to comment on the litigation but emphasized that ensuring the safety of U.S. citizens is a priority and noted prior evacuation efforts from Gaza.The conflict, which escalated after Hamas' October 2023 attack on Israel, has led to over 45,000 deaths in Gaza and displaced nearly all of its 2.3 million residents. Plaintiffs argue that the U.S. has failed to adequately address the safety of Palestinian Americans amid accusations of war crimes and genocide in the ongoing violence.Lawsuit alleges U.S. failed to evacuate Palestinian Americans trapped in Gaza | ReutersThis week's closing theme is by Béla Bartók.Our closing theme for this week is String Quartet No. 2, Op. 17 (Sz. 67) by the Hungarian composer Béla Bartók, a towering figure in 20th-century music. Born in 1881, Bartók was not only a celebrated composer but also a pioneering ethnomusicologist, deeply committed to collecting and incorporating the folk music traditions of Eastern Europe into his compositions. His work often fuses the rhythmic vitality and modal scales of these traditions with innovative harmonic language and formal structures, making him one of the most distinctive voices of his time.Composed between 1915 and 1917, Bartók's String Quartet No. 2 reflects both personal and historical turmoil. The piece emerged during World War I, a period of great upheaval, which undoubtedly shaped its emotional intensity. This three-movement work alternates between lyrical introspection and passionate turbulence, mirroring Bartók's exploration of the tension between Western classical forms and the folk influences he revered.The opening movement (Moderato) is contemplative and almost nostalgic, its long, flowing melodies underscored by a subtle tension. The second movement (Allegro molto capriccioso) bursts forth with ferocious energy, driven by dance-like rhythms and aggressive interplay between the instruments. Finally, the third movement (Lento) brings a return to introspection, its sparse and haunting textures evoking a sense of profound melancholy.Bartók's String Quartet No. 2 is both challenging and rewarding, offering a glimpse into the mind of a composer navigating a complex emotional and cultural landscape. Its raw expressiveness and structural ingenuity make it a fitting conclusion to our week, capturing both the struggles and the beauty of human creativity.Without further ado, Béla Bartók's String Quartet No. 2, Op. 17 - enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

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[SEGMENT 2-1] Transition polling 1 Polls, Lies, and Government Deception Folks, let me tell you something. These days, everything is polled. And I mean everything. From Trump picks to Biden's pardons, it all being polled. Now, in business, polling makes sense. Companies use it to figure out what works, what doesn't, and how to sell you more stuff. They actually need accurate data because if they screw up, you stop buying. Simple, right? But in politics? Oh, no. Polling isn't about accuracy. It's about manipulation. It's about selling a narrative. As we used to say back in the day: junk in, junk out. Garbage data goes into a system, and you get garbage results. But here's the thing—when your “product” is self-preservation, you don't care if the data is garbage. You just need it to sound good enough to fool the masses.Polls Are Propaganda Let's be real. The government, especially the Leftist version, isn't trying to serve you. It's trying to grow itself. Think about it—when's the last time you heard about a government agency getting smaller? Anyone? Exactly. The IRS grows. The EPA grows. Heck, even the Department of Education, which hasn't educated anyone since they put up the first cubicle, grows. Why? Because in government, growth equals survival. Shrink, and your budget shrinks. Shrink too much, and people realize, “Hey, maybe we don't actually need this agency at all.” So, what do they do? They fund studies—using your tax dollars, by the way—that magically “prove” we need more government intervention. It's a beautiful little racket.Crazy Polls and Crazier Policies Let's talk about some of the insanity polls have been used to justify. Take the border. A recent Gallup poll showed 81% of Americans want increased border security. That's a bipartisan majority, folks. But what did Biden's administration do? They doubled down on open-border policies. And then they sent Mayorkas out to tell us, with a straight face, “The border is secure.” Secure for who? Cartels? Human traffickers? Or how about student loan forgiveness? Sure, there's a slice of Americans who love the idea—namely, the ones holding the loans. But the other 65% of Americans without student debt? They weren't exactly thrilled about footing the bill. Polls showed a lot of them opposed the plan, but Biden didn't care. The narrative was already set: “Americans want this!” Yeah, sure they do.  [SEGMENT 2-2] Transition polling 2   When Polls Get It Spectacularly Wrong And then there are the polls that are so off-base, they're hilarious. Remember Professor Alan Lichtman? He's the “guru” who's supposed to predict elections with pinpoint accuracy. This guy predicted Kamala Harris would win in a landslide. Kamala. Harris. Folks, Kamala couldn't win a game of checkers in her own party. Lichtman wasn't just wrong; he was epically wrong. And his response? “I need to review my methodology.” No kidding, professor. Maybe start by asking someone who's been outside a university faculty lounge in the past decade.Experts: The Government's Favorite Cheerleaders Let's not forget the “experts” these polls prop up. Dr. Fauci, Robert Mueller, James Comey—names we were told to trust. Fauci was “America's doctor.” Mueller was “the epitome of justice.” Comey? “The last honest man in Washington.” What a load of nonsense. Fauci's COVID guidance flipped more often than a gymnast at the Olympics. Mueller's investigation was a political sideshow with no elephants, just clowns. And Comey? The guy ran the FBI like it was his personal PR firm. These weren't experts; they were figureheads for a system that lies to you while patting itself on the back.Polls as Psyops Here's the thing about polls—they're not about informing you. They're about influencing you. Take COVID and the vaccines. Early polls claimed Americans were lining up in droves to get vaccinated. But dig a little deeper, and you'd find a huge portion of the population was hesitant. Did the government address that with transparency or facts? Nope. They rolled out TikTok dancers and Krispy Kreme giveaways. Because nothing says “scientific credibility” like free donuts.What to Expect As Trump gears up for 2024, you can bet the polling games will ramp up. Pollsters will try to convince you that Americans want more Biden policies—despite the evidence literally punching us in the face. They'll claim inflation is “transitory.” That the economy is “strong.” That the border is “secure.” But here's the truth: Trump's policies work. His agenda isn't about propping up the system; it's about solving real problems. And that terrifies the establishment. Because a system that feeds on chaos and lies can't survive in a world built on results and accountability.My Challenge to You So, folks, here's my advice. Stay skeptical. Whenever you see a poll claiming 90% of Americans want some insane policy, ask yourself two questions: Who funded this poll? And what are they trying to sell me? Because at the end of the day, polls don't reflect reality—they're designed to shape it. And if we're not careful, we'll end up living in a world created not by truth, but by lies dressed up as “data.”      [SEGMENT 2-3] Transition polling 3 - Hegseth   Pete Hegseth: The Latest Target of Political Character Assassination? Of all Donald Trump's appointments, the one I find least intriguing is Pete Hegseth. Yes, the man is an accomplished Army veteran and former Fox News host, but I've had my reservations. Having co-hosted Fox & Friends Weekend with him, I found him to be a bit… full of himself. Granted, this is not a disqualification for public service (or television, for that matter). But let's just say he seemed more interested in basking in the glow of young producers' admiration than in rolling up his sleeves. To be fair, my personal impressions don't define the man or his qualifications. What does interest me, however, is the political circus surrounding Hegseth's recent nomination as Secretary of Defense by President-elect Trump. The Democrats and their media allies have wasted no time dredging up allegations, including accusations of serial adultery, on-the-job drinking, and even rape. These accusations should be taken seriously, of course—but so too should the timing and tactics behind their release. The parallels to other cases of high-profile character assassination are hard to ignore.The Rape Allegation: What We Know The most serious allegation stems from an incident in 2017, when Hegseth was accused of raping a woman at a hotel in Monterey, California. According to reports, the alleged assault occurred after Hegseth spoke at a Republican convention. The woman filed a police report, but no charges were ever brought against him. Fast forward to today: Hegseth reportedly reached a financial settlement with the accuser, accompanied by a confidentiality agreement. However, according to his attorney, Tim Parlatore, the woman herself voided the agreement and has been free to speak publicly. [X] SB – CNN Caitlin Collins   Extortion Why not go to the police at the time. Rises to the level of criminal extortion Civil extortion; violation of the agreement, if he's not confirmed  [SEGMENT 2-4] Transition polling 4     [X] SB – CNN Caitlin Collins shocked to learn that Hegseth accuser can speak out   The timing is, of course, curious. Why now? Why bring these allegations into the spotlight just as Hegseth is poised to take on one of the most significant roles in government? The answer is painfully obvious: this is standard Democratic operating procedure.A Familiar Playbook If this sounds like déjà vu, that's because it is. Democrats have perfected the art of weaponizing accusations—often decades old—to derail their political opponents. Think Brett Kavanaugh. Think Clarence Thomas. The strategy is as old as Roman political intrigue: assassinate the character, and the man will fall with it. Let's not forget the broader context of Trump's nominations. The Left's outrage machine has not spared a single appointee, especially for roles as significant as Secretary of Defense. Victor Davis Hanson recently highlighted the abysmal tenure of current Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, whose tenure has been marred by a chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan, divisive diversity initiatives, and a military recruitment crisis. If a baboon were nominated to replace Austin, it might actually perform better. But Hegseth? While perhaps not the most conventional choice, he is at least a decorated veteran with firsthand experience of the military's challenges. Compare that to Austin, who has prioritized wokeness over warfare, and the contrast is striking. A Broader Issue: Character Assassination as Political Strategy The Hegseth saga is emblematic of a larger problem in American politics: the increasing reliance on personal destruction as a tool for political gain. This isn't about justice or accountability; it's about humiliation and power. Take the tactic of dredging up past allegations, whether true or not, at precisely the moment someone is poised to ascend to a position of prominence. This isn't justice—it's blackmail by another name. And it's a dangerous precedent. Hegseth's alleged actions, if true, should of course be subject to scrutiny. But the selective timing and framing of these allegations suggest something more sinister. It's not about finding the truth—it's about ensuring that certain truths never see the light of day.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) weighs in on the impact of the House Ethics report on the expected attorney-general nomination of former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and the role it might play in the Senate's advice and consent. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin addresses the nuclear threat from Russian President Putin in an exclusive sit-down with NBC News. Chuck Todd examines President-elect Trump's Cabinet picks.

*) Ballistic missile attack on Russia will trigger nuclear retaliation — Putin Russian President Vladimir Putin approved an updated nuclear doctrine, signalling Moscow might use nuclear weapons in response to conventional missile strikes supported by nuclear powers. The revision, prompted by US approval for Ukraine to use long-range missiles against Russia, comes on the 1,000th day of the Russia-Ukraine war. The updated policy considers attacks with conventional weapons, drones, or aircraft as potential triggers for a nuclear response. Additionally, aggression by a coalition member state would be treated as aggression by the entire coalition. *) Israel bombs Gaza home, leaving a dozen Palestinians dead Israeli air strikes hit a Joudeh family home in Gaza's Jabalia al-Balad, killing at least 12 Palestinians and leaving 10 missing, witnesses report. Journalist Hossam Shabat, named on an Israeli hit list, was injured in another attack. “I was deliberately targeted,” Shabat shared, recalling chaos and carnage as he responded to survivors before another bomb struck. *) Biden failed Gaza, stood by Israel blindly: White House staff White House staffers criticise President Joe Biden over Palestine's Gaza, citing his failure to enforce an ultimatum requiring Israel to ease the humanitarian crisis or face arms restrictions, according to a report by Politico. A letter from Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had set a 30-day deadline for measures like allowing 350 aid trucks into Gaza daily. Despite the deadline passing, Biden reaffirmed the US's "ironclad" support for Israel. Meanwhile, the Senate is set to vote on blocking $20B in arms sales amid global criticism of civilian harm. *) Pakistan launches anti-terror operation amid rising attacks Pakistan has launched a major military operation against separatist groups in the southwest region, including the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). This comes after a recent surge in attacks, including a deadly suicide bombing at a train station. The operation aims to target groups responsible for targeting civilians and disrupting the country's economic progress. *) Türkiye aims to double down on African trade Türkiye is setting its sights on a significant boost in trade with Africa, aiming to reach a staggering $50 billion. This ambitious goal, nearly ten times the 2003 figure, is a testament to the growing economic ties between the two regions. Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz emphasised Türkiye's commitment to supporting Africa's development, highlighting Turkish investments and projects across the continent. With increased diplomatic efforts and a focus on key sectors like agriculture, energy, and technology, Türkiye is poised to strengthen its partnership with African nations.

As the White House gets ready to “pass the baton” to the incoming Trump administration, Federal CIO Clare Martorana said she is focused on cybersecurity issues and making sure her team does everything it can for their replacements to be set up for success. Over the remaining two months of the Biden administration, Martorana said in an interview with FedScoop on the sidelines of the ACT-IAC CX Summit on Friday that cyber is her top area of focus because “you need security, engineering, [and] competencies when you are contemplating the problem set in the solution you're trying to design.” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin departed early Friday morning on his twelfth and final trip to the Indo-Pacific region, where he will engage in a series of bilateral and multilateral meetings with some of his closest colleagues across Australia, the Philippines, Laos and Fiji. “During this trip, we will deliver results to advance cooperation, strengthen our relationships, and build an enduring network of allies and partners. I am proud of the historic progress we've made over the last four years and the depth of continuing U.S. commitment to the region,” Austin said in a statement ahead of takeoff. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

Former Chief Assistant U.S. Attorney and National Review Contributing Editor Andy McCarthy is in for JIm. Today, Andy and Greg break down the Justice Department's decision to end its cases against President-Elect Trump, a military judge's order to proceed with a controversial 9/11 plea deal, and progressive calls for dramatic moves to give Kamala Harris a new role in government..First, Andy and Greg tackle the Justice Department's choice to drop federal charges against Trump related to classified documents and January 6th. Andy notes that the DOJ could have paused the cases until Trump leaves office but suspects the charges were dismissed to shield upcoming plans from President Biden as he nears the end of his term.Next, they react to a military judge ordering the plea agreement between the government and the 9/11 conspirators to proceed. The deal removes the possibility of them getting the death penalty. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tried to rescind the deal after a major public backlash. Andy believes Khalid Sheik Mohammed and the others clearly deserve to be executed, but he also explains why the plea agreement is probably a smart legal move.Finally, they sigh as Kamala Harris devotees publicly suggest outlandish ideas like replacing Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor with Harris or getting Biden to resign so Harris can be president for a couple of months. Andy explains why it should be up to Sotomayor when she ought to step down and Greg believes Biden has no desire whatsoever to take any drastic moves to benefit Harris.Please visit our great sponsors:Lumenhttps://lumen.me/3MLVisit lumen.me/3ML for 15% off your purchase.  Omahahttps://omahasteaks.comSave 50% off sitewide and get an extra $30 off with promo code 3ML

On Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 3 p.m. a QTBIPOC Healing and Wellness Workshop will be held in PH1-230 to discuss the importance of wellness and healing as a QTBIPOC individual. From Oct. 28 through Oct. 31, Veterans Services will be hosting Halloween Movie Week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Veterans Services Office. Veterans Services will also be hosting Spooky Bowling on Oct. 29 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Last Friday, Oct. 18 the Department of Cinematic Arts Chair, Adam Moore, stepped down. David Waldman, the department's associate chair, will step in as the interim chair in Moore's absence. On Halloween day starting at 4 p.m. is trick-or-treat on 2nd Street, a local event for families and locals to take part in innocent Halloween activity.   Get in the Halloween spirit at The Queen Mary's Dark Harbor experience and enjoy the last week of the attraction from Oct. 29 to Nov. 2. Tickets range from $50-$70 on varying days and the event includes rides, mazes, food and drinks.  The city of Long Beach is set to receive more than $6.8 million in federal funding from the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management's Port Security Grant Program. This funding will be used to upgrade the port's infrastructure and make advancements in its security. As of Friday, Oct. 25, an E. Coli outbreak in McDonald's Quarter Pounders has caused at least 49 people to get sick and killed one person across 10 different states. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a food safety alert on Tuesday after they established a common thread between those affected was the Quarter Pounder. All who got sick tested positive for E. Coli. Last month, Kentucky Senator Johnnie Turner was mowing his lawn when he fell into an empty swimming pool while riding the mower. The senator sustained undisclosed injuries and passed away last Tuesday. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed in a conference last Wednesday that North Korea has sent 3,000 troops to Russia to aid in their war effort. The government of South Korea also stated that North Korea has promised to deliver 10,000 troops to Russia in the coming months.  Off the southern coast of Mexico, Hurricane Kristy has formed but has no current trajectory to hit land. The tropical storm upgraded to a Category 3 storm on Wednesday. As of Friday, Oct. 25, there have been no weather warnings in places as the hurricane continues to travel east into the Pacific Ocean. Host & Editor: Gianna Echeverria Producers: El Nicklin, Aidan Swanepoel Like, comment, and follow us on your favorite platform for more content! Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/long-beach-current-podcasts/id1488484518 Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/4HJaqJep02kHeIQy8op1n1⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes1488484518/long-beach-current-podcasts

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated there is evidence North Korea has sent troops to Russia. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Austin said the exact role of the troops is still unclear, adding, “These are things that we need to sort out.” Israel has confirmed the death of Hashem Safieddine, who was a likely successor to Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Israel says Safieddine was killed in an airstrike in Beirut three weeks ago. He was in charge of the terrorist group's political and social operations and served as a member of its military council. Boeing union members are voting on Wednesday on a new contract that could end their strike. The walkout, involving about 33,000 workers, has lasted more than a month. The new offer includes a 35 percent wage increase over four years, the reinstatement of an incentive program, and a one-time 401(k) boost. ⭕️ Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says that North Korea has deployed troops to Russia to aid them in their war against Ukraine. Plus, Boeing machinists vote on a new contract proposal which could end the strike that has significantly undercut the company's profits. And finally, former Hawaii Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard has had enough of the Democrat party and has decided to join the Republican party. Welcome home, Tulsi.Guest Host: Riley LewisGuests:Nathaniel Mannor | OAN Political CorrespondentTommy Pigott | Director of Strategic Communications, RNC & Editor-in-Chief, 'Palm Beach Playbook'Mark Mix | President, National Right to Work Legal Defense FoundationA.J. Rice | CEO, Publius PR

Today, Dawn led off the Dawn Stensland Show by offering up some huge developments in the realm of foreign affairs, noting that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has confirmed the presence of North Korean troops in Russia as the conflict in Ukraine looks to ramp up. Dawn plays back audio from Austin noting the importance of a domestic defense of Ukraine, noting why she's notably anti-war and telling of the negative implications of such actions. Then, Dawn welcomes in Megan Brock, reporter for the Daily Caller, onto the Dawn Stensland Show to discuss multiple topics concerning transgenderism, telling of the multiple stories she's hearing of negative implications due to gender transition surgery for minors. Also, Dawn and Brock discuss her turn in career, noting why she, as a suburban mother, has been driven to become a citizen investigative journalist.

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated there is evidence North Korea has sent troops to Russia. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Austin said the exact role of the troops is still unclear, adding, "These are things we need to sort out."Israel has confirmed the death of Hashem Safieddine, who was a likely successor to Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Israel says Safieddine was killed in an airstrike in Beirut three weeks ago. He was in charge of the terrorist group's political and social operations and served as a member of its military council.Boeing union members are voting Wednesday on a new contract that could end their strike. The walkout, involving about 33,000 workers, has lasted more than a month. The new offer includes a 35% wage increase over four years, the reinstatement of an incentive program, and a one-time 401(k) boost.

The bipartisan House panel investigating the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump released its interim report on Monday, finding that the event was “preventable and should not have happened.” Lawmakers on the panel noted “stunning security failures”—including a lack of planning and coordination between the Secret Service and its law enforcement partners. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Monday that the U.S. military has rushed its advanced anti-missile system to Israel, and confirmed that it is now “in place.” THAAD, or the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system, is a critical part of the U.S. military's layered air defense systems and adds to Israel's anti-missile defense capabilities. Austin announced $400 million in new arms for Ukraine on Monday during a visit to Kyiv, in a show of solidarity just two weeks ahead of the U.S. presidential election. As the Biden administration winds down, Austin signaled continuity in U.S. support for Ukraine and announced there would be no changes as yet to U.S. policy. ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

The bipartisan House panel investigating the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump released its interim report on Monday, finding that the event was “preventable and should not have happened.” Lawmakers on the panel noted “stunning security failures”—including a lack of planning and coordination between the Secret Service and its law enforcement partners.Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Monday that the U.S. military has rushed its advanced anti-missile system to Israel, and confirmed that it is now "in place." THAAD, or the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system, is a critical part of the U.S. military's layered air defense systems and adds to Israel's anti-missile defense capabilities.Austin announced $400 million in new arms for Ukraine on Monday during a visit to Kyiv, in a show of solidarity just two weeks ahead of the U.S. presidential election. As the Biden administration winds down, Austin signaled continuity in U.S. support for Ukraine and announced there would be no changes as yet to U.S. policy.

In another iconic moment in political history, President Trump works a shift at a Pennsylvania McDonald's, where he cooked fries, worked the drive-through, and roasted Kamala for her stale, disgusting McLies. Plus, RealClearPolitics shows that President Trump is leading Kamala Harris in all seven battleground states. And finally, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin makes a surprise trip to Ukraine in order to get the U.S. even more involved with their war against Russia.Guest Host: Riley LewisGuests:Mike Puglise | Former Law Enforcement Officer & Founder, Puglise Law FirmTom Jordan | Political Commentator & Talk Show HostDov Hikind | Founder, Americans Against Antisemitism

On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Washington Roundtable, sponsored in part by Hanwha Defense USA, Dr. Patrick Cronin of the Hudson Institute think tank, Michael Herson of American Defense International, Dr. Kathleen McInnis of the Center for Strategic and International Studies, and Cavas Ships podcast co-host Chris Servello join Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian to discuss the expectation the National Defense Authorization Act, appropriations and disaster relief legislation will move quickly after lawmakers return to Washington after the election; Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's “heartburn letter”to the Hill; Israel kills Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar; President Biden deploys America's premier air and missile defense system to Israel to relieve pressure on US warships guarding Israel while calling on Jerusalem to increase humanitarian aid to Gaza otherwise risk weapons deliveries; the US Navy demonstrates its ability to reload weapons at sea; US aircraft including B-2 stealth bombers strike Houthi missile sites and storage facilities in Yemen; former President Trump calls Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy a great salesman who never should have let the war start as the Ukrainian leader says he told the former president that either Kyiv joins NATO or it develops nuclear weapons; South Korean intelligence says North Korea is deploying 12,000 troops to fight for Russia in Ukraine; four Indo-Pacific defense ministers join NATO ministers; and China's economy sputters as Beijing escalates tensions around Taiwan.

At a 2021 climate conference, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said, "No nation can find lasting security without addressing the climate crisis." That sentiment reflects the Pentagon's three-decade evolution on climate change. Ali Rogin sat down with Sherri Goodman, a former Pentagon official who chronicles that transformation in her new book, "Threat Multiplier." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

At a 2021 climate conference, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said, "No nation can find lasting security without addressing the climate crisis." That sentiment reflects the Pentagon's three-decade evolution on climate change. Ali Rogin sat down with Sherri Goodman, a former Pentagon official who chronicles that transformation in her new book, "Threat Multiplier." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Pentagon leadership will accelerate high-volume production of technologies designed to detect, track and destroy enemy drones via “Replicator 2.0,” DefenseScoop has learned. This development marks the first public report of the second capability focus area under the Replicator initiative — a high-profile effort that underpins the Defense Department's multifaceted plan to deter China. According to a memorandum signed by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Sept. 27 and viewed by DefenseScoop ahead of publication Monday, the Pentagon “will tackle the warfighter priority of countering the threat posed by small uncrewed aerial systems (C-sUAS) to our most critical installations and force concentrations” under Replicator 2.0. The Department of Veterans Affairs is making tele-emergency care available nationwide following a pilot that the agency credited with helping over 60,000 callers. In a Thursday announcement, the VA announced that tele-EC, which aims to increase “timely access to virtual emergency care options” for veterans enrolled in VA health care, will be available across the nation to assist those who are unsure if what they're experiencing is a minor emergency or not. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast on on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

In our news wrap Friday, the teenager charged with killing four in a Georgia school shooting made his first court appearance, Southern California is sweltering in the peak of a late-summer heat wave, the White House called on Israel to investigate the death of an American in the occupied West Bank and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says the U.S. will provide additional weapons to Ukraine. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

A report Monday that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered a nuclear submarine to the Middle East raises an important question: Was this authorized by the president? Is he even aware of it? 5) Iran says the only way to prevent attack on Israel is ceasefire in Gaza; 4) Defense Secretary Austin may have ordered sub to Middle East on own authority; 3) Democratic Party waging lawfare to keep Green Party off ballot in swing states; 2) Court finds that geofence warrants are unconstitutional; 1) Taliban celebrates three years back in power with parade of military hardware left behind by US military. FOLLOW US! X: @WatchSkyWatchTV | @Five_In_Ten YouTube: @SkyWatchTelevision | @SimplyHIS | @FiveInTen Rumble: @SkyWatchTV Facebook: @SkyWatchTV | @SimplyHIS | @EdensEssentials Instagram: @SkyWatchTV | @SimplyHisShow | @EdensEssentialsUSA SkyWatchTV.com | SkyWatchTVStore.com | EdensEssentials.com | WhisperingPoniesRanch.com

Today's Headlines: U.S. intelligence is expecting Iran to launch an attack on Israel this week, with reports indicating that Iran has been prepping its missile and drone units, similar to what they did before their strike in April. The U.S. is working closely with regional allies and European countries, issuing a stern warning to Iran about the serious consequences of any deadly attack. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has also ramped up U.S. defenses in the Middle East. On the cybersecurity front, the FBI is investigating attempts by Iranian hackers to breach both the Trump and Biden-Harris campaigns, sparking fresh worries about foreign meddling in the 2024 election. In other news, Donald Trump reportedly flew to a rally on a plane that once belonged to Jeffrey Epstein, adding another bizarre twist to the campaign trail. Meanwhile, RFK Jr. is facing legal challenges to stay on the ballot in several states. Lastly, California experienced a 4.4 magnitude earthquake near Los Angeles, but fortunately, there were no major damages or casualties. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Axios: White House: U.S. intelligence indicates Iran could attack Israel within days AP News: US beefs up posture in Middle East, warns an Iran-backed attack on Israel could come this week NBC News: FBI says it's investigating efforts to hack Trump and Biden-Harris campaigns Business Insider: Trump spent the weekend flying around America on a plane previously owned by Jeffrey Epstein Texas Tribune: Robert Kennedy Jr. will be on the 2024 Texas ballot  AP News: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. can remain on the North Carolina presidential ballot, judge says Mother Jones: The Court Case That Could Sink RFK Jr.'s Campaign AP News: Quake felt from LA to San Diego, swaying buildings and knocking items off shelves but no big damage Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The US has deployed a nuclear guided missile submarine to the Middle East amidst rising tensions. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announces the accelerated movement of an aircraft carrier to the area. This response follows fears of a broader regional conflict after the recent assassinations of senior Hezbollah and Hamas leaders.  

A story nearly 23 years in the making: the controversial plea deal for the September 11th terror suspects was offered over a week ago by a U.S. prosecutor, then accepted by three detainees accused of plotting the attacks, including Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind behind hijacking airplanes.  That plea deal upset some 9/11 victims' families for taking the death penalty off the table for those suspects. Two days later, that deal was voided by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.  We spoke with Brett Eagleson, whose father, Bruce, died in one of the twin towers. He's now President of 9/11 Justice. Brett shares what kind of pain this plea deal would inflict on the families of victims, his relief that the deal was revoked, and the legacy of his late father on the Fox News Rundown Extra. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Emily Bazelon and David Plotz are joined by Juliette Kayyem of Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government to discuss the Democratic vice presidential nominee, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz; Google's search monopoly and antitrust trial loss; and the guilty-plea deals in three 9/11 cases undone by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Here are this week's chatters: Juliette: NBC: Paris 2024 and International Olympic Committee: Olympic Channel Emily: International Olympic Committee: Table tennis rules, scoring system and all you need to know; Jake Rossen for Mental Floss: Why Do Some Olympic Athletes Wear Paper Numbers?; International Olympic Committee: Sports Swap; and Maia Hjelmar for GQ Australia: 16 Olympic athletes who succeeded in more than one sport  David: Maximilien Van Aertryck and Axel Danielson in The New York Times: Ten Meter Tower Listener chatter from Fraser Ronald in Ottawa, Canada: Ari Berkowitz for Scientific American: Is Your Nervous System a Democracy or a Dictatorship? For this week's Slate Plus bonus segment, David, Emily, and Juliette talk about RFK Jr. and The Bear. See Clare Malone for The New Yorker: What Does Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Actually Want? In the latest Gabfest Reads, John talks with Roland Allen about his book, The Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper.  Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Ethan Oberman Research by Julie Huygen Hosts Juliette Kayyem, Emily Bazelon, and David Plotz Follow Slate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/  @SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfest Want more Political Gabfest? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Or, visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Public.com+Public Investing: All investing involves risk. Brokerage services for US listed securities, options and bonds in a self-directed brokerage account are offered by Public Investing, member FINRA & SIPC. Not investment advice. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank.Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1828849), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. . See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Emily Bazelon and David Plotz are joined by Juliette Kayyem of Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government to discuss the Democratic vice presidential nominee, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz; Google's search monopoly and antitrust trial loss; and the guilty-plea deals in three 9/11 cases undone by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Here are this week's chatters: Juliette: NBC: Paris 2024 and International Olympic Committee: Olympic Channel Emily: International Olympic Committee: Table tennis rules, scoring system and all you need to know; Jake Rossen for Mental Floss: Why Do Some Olympic Athletes Wear Paper Numbers?; International Olympic Committee: Sports Swap; and Maia Hjelmar for GQ Australia: 16 Olympic athletes who succeeded in more than one sport  David: Maximilien Van Aertryck and Axel Danielson in The New York Times: Ten Meter Tower Listener chatter from Fraser Ronald in Ottawa, Canada: Ari Berkowitz for Scientific American: Is Your Nervous System a Democracy or a Dictatorship? For this week's Slate Plus bonus segment, David, Emily, and Juliette talk about RFK Jr. and The Bear. See Clare Malone for The New Yorker: What Does Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Actually Want? In the latest Gabfest Reads, John talks with Roland Allen about his book, The Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper.  Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Ethan Oberman Research by Julie Huygen Hosts Juliette Kayyem, Emily Bazelon, and David Plotz Follow Slate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/  @SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfest Want more Political Gabfest? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Or, visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Public.com+Public Investing: All investing involves risk. Brokerage services for US listed securities, options and bonds in a self-directed brokerage account are offered by Public Investing, member FINRA & SIPC. Not investment advice. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank.Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1828849), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. . See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Emily Bazelon and David Plotz are joined by Juliette Kayyem of Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government to discuss the Democratic vice presidential nominee, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz; Google's search monopoly and antitrust trial loss; and the guilty-plea deals in three 9/11 cases undone by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Here are this week's chatters: Juliette: NBC: Paris 2024 and International Olympic Committee: Olympic Channel Emily: International Olympic Committee: Table tennis rules, scoring system and all you need to know; Jake Rossen for Mental Floss: Why Do Some Olympic Athletes Wear Paper Numbers?; International Olympic Committee: Sports Swap; and Maia Hjelmar for GQ Australia: 16 Olympic athletes who succeeded in more than one sport  David: Maximilien Van Aertryck and Axel Danielson in The New York Times: Ten Meter Tower Listener chatter from Fraser Ronald in Ottawa, Canada: Ari Berkowitz for Scientific American: Is Your Nervous System a Democracy or a Dictatorship? For this week's Slate Plus bonus segment, David, Emily, and Juliette talk about RFK Jr. and The Bear. See Clare Malone for The New Yorker: What Does Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Actually Want? In the latest Gabfest Reads, John talks with Roland Allen about his book, The Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper.  Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Ethan Oberman Research by Julie Huygen Hosts Juliette Kayyem, Emily Bazelon, and David Plotz Follow Slate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/  @SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfest Want more Political Gabfest? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Or, visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Public.com+Public Investing: All investing involves risk. Brokerage services for US listed securities, options and bonds in a self-directed brokerage account are offered by Public Investing, member FINRA & SIPC. Not investment advice. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank.Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1828849), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. . See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas flies to Russia Monday to meet with Vladimir Putin. That's Tisha B'Av on the Hebrew calendar, the date of the destruction of the Temple of Solomon and the Second Temple—and it may be the day Iran attacks. 5) Abbas meeting in Moscow may coincide with Iranian attack on Israel; 4) Putin asks Iran to avoid civilian casualties when it finally attacks Israel; 3) Harris taps Tim Walz as running mate; 2) Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin revokes proposed plea deal for alleged 9/11 mastermind; 1) Professor argues that being “super straight”—heterosexual and not attracted to transgendered people—is racist. FOLLOW US! X: @WatchSkyWatchTV | @Five_In_Ten YouTube: @SkyWatchTelevision | @SimplyHIS | @FiveInTen Rumble: @SkyWatchTV Facebook: @SkyWatchTV | @SimplyHIS | @EdensEssentials Instagram: @SkyWatchTV | @SimplyHisShow | @EdensEssentialsUSA TikTok: @SkyWatchTV | @SimplyHisShow | @EdensEssentials SkyWatchTV.com | SkyWatchTVStore.com | EdensEssentials.com | WhisperingPoniesRanch.com

Kamala Harris has picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate in the 2024 presidential election. Other than being very liberal, it's not yet clear what Walz brings to the ticket. 5) Hezbollah, Hamas launch “squadron” of suicide drones and rockets into Israel; 4) Putin asks Iran to avoid civilian casualties when it finally attacks Israel; 3) Harris taps Tim Walz as running mate; 2) Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin revokes proposed plea deal for alleged 9/11 mastermind; 1) Professor argues that being “super straight”—heterosexual and not attracted to transgendered people—is racist. FOLLOW US! X: @WatchSkyWatchTV | @Five_In_Ten YouTube: @SkyWatchTelevision | @SimplyHIS | @FiveInTen Rumble: @SkyWatchTV Facebook: @SkyWatchTV | @SimplyHIS | @EdensEssentials Instagram: @SkyWatchTV | @SimplyHisShow | @EdensEssentialsUSA TikTok: @SkyWatchTV | @SimplyHisShow | @EdensEssentials SkyWatchTV.com | SkyWatchTVStore.com | EdensEssentials.com | WhisperingPoniesRanch.com

In an excerpt from a new episode of CAFE Insider, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's decision to revoke a plea deal that would have allowed Khalid Shaikh Mohammad, the man accused of plotting al-Qaeda's 9/11 attack, to avoid the death penalty.  In the full podcast, exclusively for members of CAFE Insider, Preet and Joyce are joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Carol Leonnig, who, along with her team at the Washington Post, recently uncovered a secret criminal investigation into whether former President Donald Trump received money from the Egyptian government in violation of campaign finance laws. Leonnig, author of the book, Zero Fail: The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service, also speaks about the Secret Service failures that led to the Trump assassination attempt.  To become a member of CAFE Insider head to cafe.com/insider. You'll get access to full episodes of the podcast and other exclusive content. CAFE Insiders click HERE to listen to the full analysis. This podcast is brought to you by CAFE and Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kris is back! Back to school time! Medal count update at the Olympics. Joe Biden wanders off again. Who's more weird, JD Vance or the Democrats tracking him? Kamala Harris is out to prove that she's black. Black voters weigh in on a possible President Kamala Harris. Illegal aliens are replacing Americans in jobs and getting legal protection to do so. A pastor is going viral for preaching against voting for Democrats. Word-salad Kamala teaches us about "the cloud." Will Donald Trump debate Kamala Harris? Who belongs on the best and worst Mount Rushmore of American presidents? Nancy Pelosi is asked about pressuring Biden to drop out of the 2024 election. Kamala's husband, Doug Emhoff, admits to a past affair. Plea deal for 9/11 mastermind revoked by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: As the world awaits Iran's expected attack on Israel, the US Military has announced it's sending additional warships and fighter jets to the Middle East to bolster defenses. An update on the shocking plea deal for the accused mastermind of the 9/11 attacks. After significant outcry, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has revoked the agreement and relieved the official responsible for it. Major riots are hitting the UK following the murder of three young girls at a dance school in north-west England. In today's Back of the Brief, an update on the deadly 2023 wildfires in Maui, as Hawaii's governor announces a historic $4 billion settlement to resolve claims arising from the tragedy. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A weaker-than-expected jobs report sent stocks tumbling and stoked fears the Federal Reserve is working too slowly to adequately support the economy. The U.S. is sending warships to the Mideast as Israel targets militant leaders in the region. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has revoked the Pentagon's plea deal with 9/11 defendants.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

On Friday's Mark Levin Show, we are in stagflation. The economy is contracting, unemployment is rising, and inflation is getting worse. Kamalanomics is destroying the economy and Harris blames Trump, who has been out of office for nearly 4-years, for the disastrous economic situation, which will only get worse. So, that's her answer - blame Trump. Also, Harris got enough delegates virtually to secure the Democrat Presidential nomination – all without a single vote. What took place with the virtual counting of delegates was the hijacking of the democratic electoral system. Harris brings literally nothing substantive to the presidential race. She throws around cliches, exploits identity politics and victimization, takes no responsibility for the failed policies of her administration, and takes credit whenever she can for anything that seems to be working but provides not a single substantive reason to vote for her. She is running from her former statements and policies without explanation. She hides from real journalists who would question her about it all, relying instead on the corrupt media, millions in ads, and dishonest surrogates. And this is all fine by the same people, parties, and groups, including the media, that lied for years about President Biden. Later, virtually all Senate Republicans signed a letter today demanding that the Biden regime immediately stop withholding weapons from Israel. Meanwhile, Biden has the nerve to ream out Benjamin Netanyahu for taking out terrorists. Finally, Sen Ted Cruz calls in to explain that Harris is using the Biden basement strategy. She does no hard interviews, no real speeches, she just reads from teleprompters. She is counting on a media PR campaign. Ted provides breaking news that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin revoked the plea deal for the 9/11 terrorists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The acting director of the Secret Service is expected to tell Congress that he's ashamed of the failures that led to the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Vice President Kamala Harris is going after sunbelt voters. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says war between Israel and Lebanon could be avoided. The next few days will be crucial for containing the Park Fire in California, as a man has been charged with arson for allegedly starting the blaze. Plus, a United Airlines plane had to divert its course for a deep clean. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden said on Wednesday that the U.S. would not supply Israel with some weapons if it moved forward with a ground invasion of Rafah. The announcement came hours after Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed that the government had already paused a shipment of bombs to Israel over fears of an imminent offensive in the southern Gaza city where more than a million Palestinians are sheltering. Israel has been ramping up its attacks on Rafah over the last few days, all while negotiators frantically try to reach a ceasefire deal in Cairo. Ben Rhodes, former Deputy U.S. national security advisor to President Obama and co-host of Pod Save The World, talks about how much leverage Biden really has over Israel's military operations. And in headlines: A Georgia court agreed to hear an appeal over whether the Fulton County District Attorney can continue to lead former President Donald Trump's state election interference case, Republican and Democratic House Lawmakers blocked Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene from ousting Speaker Mike Johnson, and third-party presidential hopeful Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says a parasite ate part of his brain.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