Podcasts about defense secretary lloyd austin

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 40:40

[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.

Hollow Constituencies/ National Popular Vote/ Tort Museum Interns

Ralph Nader Radio Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2024 81:08

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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Leftist Egos and the MIA - Ep 24-489

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 40:40

[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.

Democrats Plotting for Christmas - Ep 24-498

CBS Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 39:41

[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.

Nicole Kidman, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Sing Sing Prison Theatre Program

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 52:14

Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our cover story, Ted Koppel looks at how a theater program at the Sing Sing Correctional Facility in New York is causing recidivism rates to plummet. Also: Tracy Smith talks with Nicole Kidman about her latest film, “Babygirl”; David Martin sits down with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin; Mo Rocca chats with actress Audra McDonald and director George C. Wolfe about the new Broadway revival of “Gypsy”; Luke Burbank profiles singer-songwriter Maggie Rogers; Techno Claus (a.k.a. David Pogue) makes his annual visit to share gift suggestions for the gadget lovers on your shopping list; and comedian Jim Gaffigan shares what gifts you should NOT give this holiday season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Trump Transition will Settle Old Scores - Ep 24-484

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 39:41

[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.

Meet the Press NOW — November 20

NBC Meet the Press

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 49:42

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.

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DOJ Dropping Trump Cases, Judge Reinstates 9/11 Plea Deal, Shove Out Sotomayor for Kamala?

3 Martini Lunch

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 35:36

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

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (Oct. 23)

EpochTV

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 93:29

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

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NTD News Today Full Broadcast (Oct. 21)

EpochTV

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 46:29

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

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New book 'Threat Multiplier' details the fight for the Pentagon to adapt to climate change

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 7:29

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

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News Wrap: Suspected school shooter and father arraigned in Georgia courtroom

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 6:28

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

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Five in Ten 8/15/24: Who's Running America Right Now?

SkyWatchTV Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 14:00

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

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Tuesday, August 13th, 2024

Morning Announcements

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 6:27

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

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Extra: Alleged 9/11 Plotter Get Plea Deal Revoked, A Relief To Victims' Families

The FOX News Rundown

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 23:19

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

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These Walz Could Talk

Political Gabfest

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 53:00

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

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Political Gabfest: These Walz Could Talk

Trumpcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 53:00

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

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Political Gabfest: These Walz Could Talk

Slate Daily Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 53:00

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

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Trump's Egypt Connection? (with Joyce Vance)

Stay Tuned with Preet

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 19:46

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

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How Kamala Harris Is Like Communist Leader Mao Zedong | 8/5/24

Pat Gray Unleashed

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 100:47

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

August 5th, 2024: Iran Attack Looms, 9/11 Agreement Revoked, & Anarchy in the UK

The President's Daily Brief

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 19:44

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

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Economic Worries, Latest from Beirut, 9/11 Plea Deal Revoked

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 15:53

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

Mark Levin Audio Rewind - 8/2/24

Mark Levin Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 115:37

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

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How Much Leverage Does The Biden Administration Have Over Israel?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 18:01

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

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Ex-Trump Deputy Nat'l Security Advisor: Biden admin's back-and-forth stance on Israel vs. Hamas prolonging conflict

John Solomon Reports

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 33:29

Heritage Foundation Vice President of Foreign Policy Victoria Coates reacts to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's recent comments about genocide in Gaza. “The best thing you can do to end humanitarian suffering in Gaza is to end this war by Israel winning it. It's a little bit like winning World War II. You can't get to the post-war, you can't get to the reconstruction, you can't get to a brighter future for the Palestinian people until this conflict ends,” says Coates.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Arizona Abortion Access Now Hinges On A Referendum

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 20:44

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday, that an 1864 law banning almost all abortions is enforceable. The only exception is if a pregnant person's life is at risk. The court stayed its decision for at least 14 days pending other legal challenges. Chris Love, one of the lead organizers behind an effort to get an abortion rights amendment on Arizona's November ballot, explains what the decision means for the fight for reproductive rights in the state.The Environmental Protection Agency issued a new rule that will force more than 200 chemical plants to reduce their toxic emissions. The rule targets two chemicals the EPA says are likely carcinogens. Most of the affected plants are in just two states: Texas and Louisiana.And in headlines: A Michigan court sentenced both of Ethan Crumbley's parents to 10 to 15 years in prison for failing to stop him from carrying out a mass shooting. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said he hasn't found any evidence of Israel committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. And Mattel said it will debut an easier version of the game Scrabble.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

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Trump and Biden Make Dueling Border Visits | 3/1/24

Pat Gray Unleashed

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 100:46

Happy Pat Gray New Year … mon! Blaze News' own Steve Baker is set to turn himself over to the feds today. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin goes before Congress seeking forgiveness. Joe Biden and Donald Trump visit the border … who seems more presidential? Historic fires in the Texas panhandle. Did Joe Biden just confirm the Maui blue-roof conspiracy theory? How much is the U.S. spending on NATO? Never forget the ever-failing COVID vaccine efficacy rate. Is Joe Rogan becoming religious? Happy birthday, Justin Bieber! Big changes are coming to fast food. Oprah Winfrey leaves Weight Watchers … what's the real reason? Big development on Uranus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Prostate of the union

Today, Explained

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 24:49

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin drew flak after trying to keep his prostate cancer surgery a secret. Health journalist Howard Wolinsky explains that's super common among men, who don't like being probed about their prostates. This episode was produced by Victoria Chamberlin, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by David Herman, and hosted by Noel King. Transcript at vox.com/todayexplained Support Today, Explained by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Weekly Review With Clay and Buck H3 - Senator Tommy Tuberville

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2024 36:59 Transcription Available

Joe Manchin says Biden has gone too far left. Will he run for president as a No Labels independent? Impact of 3rd party runs. Biden starts running ads against Trump. Senator Tommy Tuberville on Nick Saban's retirement, his bill to stop the VA from putting illegal aliens ahead of vets. Buck takes the dog to the vet. NYT: DeSantis leaves NH, goes to South Carolina. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's 911 call shows effort to cover up.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 - Senator Tommy Tuberville

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 36:59 Transcription Available

Joe Manchin says Biden has gone too far left. Will he run for president as a No Labels independent? Impact of 3rd party runs. Biden starts running ads against Trump. Senator Tommy Tuberville on Nick Saban's retirement, his bill to stop the VA from putting illegal aliens ahead of vets. Buck takes the dog to the vet. NYT: DeSantis leaves NH, goes to South Carolina. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's 911 call shows effort to cover up.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iowa's Participation Awards Go To...

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 17:13

The Iowa caucuses are officially over. Donald Trump won as expected with just over 50 percent of the vote, while Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis came in second and former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley came in third. Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy finished in fourth place, and suspended his campaign just minutes after the polls closed and then endorsed Trump. We're joined by Eugene Scott, senior politics reporter for Axios, to break down the results and turnout in Iowa.And in headlines: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was released from the hospital, the Biden Administration sent a cease-and-desist to Texas officials to stop blocking Border Patrol agents from the border, and we recap last night's Primetime Emmy Awards.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

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Weekly Review With Clay and Buck H1 - Biden's Disgusting J6 Speech

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2024 36:28 Transcription Available

Clip from Biden's J6 speech calling Trump a threat to democracy. Paul Begala says Biden should stop running on his record and just attack Trump. Who would you vote for in the Iowa primary? Liz Cheney says Trump and DeSantis are both unfit for office. MSNBC's Jonathan Capeheart cries over J6. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin hospitalized and nobody noticed, Biden WH not told.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Trump Immunity Trial, Lloyd Austin Diagnosis, Mayorkas Impeachment

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 12:57

Former President Donald Trump made his case for immunity to appeals court judges. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been hospitalized for the past week, following surgery for prostate cancer. Some House Republicans want to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Krishnadev Calamur, Andrew Sussman, Kelsey Snell, and Miguel Macias. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Ben Abrams, and Lindsay Totty. We get engineering support from Arthur Laurent. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.

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Why the Founding Fathers Would Have Impeached Biden | 1/10/24

The Glenn Beck Program

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 125:13

Filling in for Glenn, Pat and Stu discuss Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's operation that led to his unexplained absence being described as an elected surgery, but now the story has changed. Leftists continue to try to explain themselves out of this situation while trying to save Austin's job. Did President Biden claim he started the civil rights movement? The Left's view of democracy appears to be a ballot with only one checkbox. Stu gives the latest update on the election as the Iowa caucus is less than a week away. Does Nikki Haley have a shot at becoming the Republican nominee? Trump winning the nomination still appears to be a foregone conclusion, but what happens if Trump is removed from more ballots? The Left only cares about illegal immigration when forced to deal with the negative consequences. Pat and Stu discuss the shocking number of immigrants who are released into society after sneaking in illegally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Biden vs. Trump on January 6th

Pod Save America

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 57:18

Biden frames the 2024 presidential race as a fight for democracy while Trump and his allies call the insurrectionists “hostages.” Then, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is hospitalized without informing the White House, conservatives continue to wage war on the Ivy League, and New York Times congressional correspondent Annie Karni joins to talk about a deal to avoid a potential shutdown and the GOP effort to impeach Biden's Homeland Security Secretary.

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Best of the Program | Guests: Chris Stewart & Brian Will | 1/9/24

The Glenn Beck Program

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 44:43

Glenn and Stu discuss Biden's latest attack on Trump supporters and Michelle Obama's pathetic admission about her fear of the outcome of the 2024 election. Entrepreneur Brian Will joins to explain how inflation and minimum wage are choking the life out of small businesses. Former U.S. Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah) joins to explain why he's pushing for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to be impeached for his recent hospitalization that surprised everybody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Michelle Obama Gearing Up to Replace Biden in 2024?! | Guests: Chris Stewart & Carol Roth | 1/9/24

The Glenn Beck Program

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 125:47

The Biden campaign is meeting with giant media officials and journalists to get them to correct their reporting on Biden's performance and the state of the economy. The media is now fearmongering that Trump will be unhinged if elected for another term. Glenn and Stu discuss Biden's latest attack on Trump supporters and Michelle Obama's pathetic admission about her fear of the outcome of the 2024 election. Recovering investment banker Carol Roth joins to discuss the accuracy of the 2023 jobs growth report. Entrepreneur Brian Will joins to explain how inflation and minimum wage are choking the life out of small businesses. Former U.S. Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah) joins to explain why he's pushing for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to be impeached for his recent hospitalization that surprised everybody. Is the U.S. government manipulating children just as the devil would? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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A TIME OF TOTAL CORRUPTION & LIES - #671

The Savage Nation Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 66:56

Savage reacts to the divisive speech President Biden delivered at Valley Forge this weekend. He discusses Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin who was secretly hospitalized, while his Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks was vacationing in Puerto Rico. How can a nation survive the corruption, the incompetence, and the division that plagues us under Biden? Despite feeling powerless, he implores individuals to take small actions and draws inspiration from a West African proverb. He condemns Washington, drawing a parallel between the infamous fable "The Emperor's New Clothes" and our current Administration, where critique of the leadership is met with backlash. Learn how our modern leadership parallels The Sopranos episode "The Scatino Bust Out." He laments the media's biased reporting, particularly towards The Democrats and the lawlessness besieging American cities. Additionally, Savage encourages listeners to remember God's presence and importance, acknowledging the prevalence of lies and the need for truth. He shares a morning prayer, which emphasizes appreciation for life and health. He shares his dismay at politicians who live in a "world of deceit, narcissism, lies, hatred, and thievery," warning of the danger posed by their callous disregard for reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Congressional Funding Deal, Israel and Lebanon, Lloyd Austin Fallout

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 13:15

Congress reaches a deal on government funding, with little time to get it passed. Secretary of State Antony Blinken returns to Israel seeking to prevent a wider war in the Middle East. Controversy erupts following Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's undisclosed hospitalization.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter. Today's episode of Up First was edited by Krishnadev Calamur, Jim Kane, Ally Schweitzer, Kelsey Snell, Michael Sullivan, and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Ben Abrams and Ziad Buchh. We get engineering support from Phil Edfors, and our technical director is Zac Coleman.

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Golden Globes Jokes Bomb, New Jeffrey Epstein Docs, and Antisemite of the Year, with Maureen Callahan and Liora Rez | Ep. 697

The Megyn Kelly Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 97:14

Megyn Kelly is joined by Maureen Callahan, Daily Mail columnist, to discuss Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spending days in the ICU, his suspicious act of not telling anyone, what "elective surgery" he may have had, the Biden White House in chaos, the lack of Israel or hostages support at the Golden Globes last night, the cowardice from the celebrities that are afraid to take a stance that may get backlash, Jo Koy's mess of a monologue at the Golden Globes, Taylor Swift delivering a death glare to Koy after his NFL joke, Jim Gaffigan's joke about pedophiles in Hollywood, Megyn Kelly is joined by Maureen Callahan, Daily Mail columnist, to discuss Aaron Rodgers suggesting Jimmy Kimmel is on the Jeffery Epstein documents, other celebrities on the list and whether they were directly involved with Epstein, why Ghislaine Maxwell should come forward with the truth, and more. Then Liora Rez, Executive Director of Stop Antisemitism, joins to discuss Stop Antisemitism naming Rep. Rashida Tlaib as the "Antisemite of the Year," whether Tlaib will face any political penalty for her stance on Israel, the anti-Semitism continuously being displayed across the country, why we should expose those who were tearing down Israeli hostage posters, the need to call out the rise of anti-Semitism in American and around the world, whether those who have anti-Semitic points of view should be punished for their comments, and more.Callahan: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/columnist-1519521/Maureen-Callahan-For-DailyMail-Com.htmlRez: https://www.stopantisemitism.org/Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at: https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow

Boeing Troubles Take Off

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 16:56

The Federal Aviation Administration ordered the inspection of 171 Boeing 737 Max 9 planes after a panel blew out of an Alaska Airlines plane mid-flight on Friday. No serious injuries were immediately reported, but this isn't the first time a Boeing plane raised passenger safety concerns.At least nine Palestinians including a young child were killed in the West Bank on Sunday. And on Saturday, the Israeli military said that the remaining Hamas fighters in northern Gaza were no longer “under an organized military command,” according to the New York Times. Meanwhile, fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon escalated in recent days, and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the region for the fifth time since October 7th.And in headlines: Congressional leaders reached a deal to potentially avoid a partial government shutdown, the Pentagon faced backlash for taking three days to inform the White House of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization, and the Golden Globes and the first installment of the Emmy Awards took place over the weekend.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

Hour 1 - Biden's Disgusting J6 Speech

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 36:28 Transcription Available

Clip from Biden's J6 speech calling Trump a threat to democracy. Paul Begala says Biden should stop running on his record and just attack Trump. Who would you vote for in the Iowa primary? Liz Cheney says Trump and DeSantis are both unfit for office. MSNBC's Jonathan Capeheart cries over J6. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin hospitalized and nobody noticed, Biden WH not told.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Israel-Hamas, U.S. Border Negotiations, Jimmy Lai On Trial