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-- On the Show: -- Ron DeSantis yells at a protester while potential Republican primary candidates maneuvering for the 2028 election begin testing their chances -- Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick uses hypothetical scenarios to justify missed economic growth targets and defend Donald Trump's tariffs -- Some Republican candidates are skipping the midterm convention because Donald Trump presents an electoral liability for competitive races -- Donald Trump claimed a friend at the DNC wore an ID chain containing his Social Security number, while asserting shoppers need ID to buy kiwis -- Donald Trump once again repeatedly slumps and drifts off to sleep during an active briefing inside the Oval Office -- Donald Trump rambles extensively about golfer Tiger Woods and his driver license problems during an Oval Office statement -- Lara Trump demands that elected Republicans provide complete personal loyalty to Donald Trump regardless of their own beliefs -- In a CNN debate, Adam Mockler attempted to focus on economic issues but Caroline Sunshine deflected to talk about the culture war and God -- On the Bonus Show: Exploring the possibility of a childless female president, gas prices are expected to set a new record, the White House is preparing for investigations, and much more...

CannCon and Ashe in America finally land a guest CannCon has chased for years, and it's personal, since Tim Canova is a law professor at CannCon's alma mater and once ran for Congress in his district. A lifelong Kennedy Democrat turned establishment thorn, Tim recounts his against-all-odds 2016 primary run at DNC chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz, built on 12,000 door knocks a week, a surprise Bernie Sanders endorsement, and a national map lighting up with small-dollar donations. Then comes the gut punch: local media posting results with 70 percent of precincts reporting before a single ballot was counted, polls that vanished, and a ballot-destruction saga that followed. Along the way the crew connects it to Kari Lake, Pennsylvania, WikiLeaks, and the machinery that protects incumbents. A rare insider's view of how a party crushes its own insurgents. Plus AI data centers, loaded gun coffee, and the Creature from Jekyll Island.

Vaccine skepticism and distrust of pharmaceutical companies long predated RFK, Jr.'s 2024 presidential campaign. But the distrust of mainstream medical authority has now grown so deep that the United States can no longer contain the spread of measles. The country's measles-vaccination rates have dropped below the threshold for herd immunity. Obviously, Trump's misleading vax ruminations from the Oval Office have not helped the matter. The New Yorker's Ruby Cramer discusses her reporting on one family's frightening medical experience after one parent fell down the MAHA rabbit hole. Plus: The administration has given Big Ag a pass, Democrats should try recapturing health-conscious voters, the overlooked case of an American shot by immigration thugs, and the surprising backstory of Kari Lake becoming ambassador to Jamaica. Ruby Cramer joins Tim Miller.show notes: "The Next Level" pod will be out later today Ruby's New Yorker piece, "The MAHA Custody Battle" Ruby's reporting on the preschool worker who was shot by Border Patrol Ruby on the DNC's Ken Martin "Eddington," the film Ruby referenced (and recommended by Sonny)  Bulwark LIVE: GOOD FIGHT TOUR with Tim, Sarah, Sam and JVL is coming to the Southeast in October. Tickets are on sale NOW. Head to TheBulwark.com/Events for details and to get your tickets.

Ralph speaks with Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, former Chief of Staff for Colin Powell, about the fall of the American Empire and self-proclaimed Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth. Then we welcome the CEO and co-founder of the Canadian-based organization Corporate Knights, Toby Heap, to break down Trump's unprecedented trade war with our closest ally. Plus, Ralph has some choice words for Hakeem Jeffries and his meeting with Jared Kushner and for Hillary Clinton and her take on the war with Iran.Lawrence Wilkerson is a retired U.S. Army colonel. Over his 31 years of service, Colonel Wilkerson served as Secretary of State Colin Powell's Chief of Staff from 2002 to 2005, and Special Assistant to General Powell when he was Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 1989 to 1993. Colonel Wilkerson also served as Deputy Director and Director of the U.S. Marine Corps War College at Quantico, Virginia, and for fifteen years he was the Distinguished Visiting Professor of Government and Public Policy at the College of William and Mary. He is currently a Senior Fellow at the Eisenhower Media Network, senior advisor to the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, and co-founder of the All-Volunteer Force Forum.Two-thirds of the world now thinks that we are an enemy of their state. Two-thirds of the world. And it happens to be the two-third that has the greatest amount of the GDP in the world.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonI've lived for 81 years, almost 82, and I've watched my country go to hell right in front of my face… And the billionaires who want all of this to happen, they do not want a democracy. A democracy is fallible. A democracy can't beat China. A democracy can't beat Russia. A democracy can't even beat Iran. They want a technocracy that is run by them, armed by them, technical revolution by them. They want all of this, and oh by the way they want to live to 150 while they're doing it too.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonEvery freaking hour they create a series of war crimes in Iran. Every freaking hour they perpetrate war crimes in the Persian Gulf. Every freaking hour they perpetrate war crimes in Lebanon with Israel. “What's new?,” I want to say. We are a criminal state. There is no other way to describe it. We are a criminal state. We pay no attention whatsoever to domestic or international law. Only when it benefits the person who is doing the deed do we pay any attention at all.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonToby Heaps is the CEO and co-founder of Corporate Knights, and Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Knights magazine. He spearheaded the first global ranking of the world's 100 most sustainable corporations in 2005, and in 2007 coined the term “clean capitalism.”What we're seeing is a sort of political physics—for every action is an equal and opposite reaction. Canada has in many ways benefited and rallied around our nationhood. We're often not the most boisterous or loudest type of folks. But this continued disrespect for our statehood and the continued attacks and the unreasonableness and the unfair play, our prime minister said something to the effect of: when the United States signs something, it's in pencil. It's really denigrating the United States' reputation globally and in Canadians' minds.Toby HeapsNews 8/28/26* This week, the left-wing insurgency in the Democratic Party scored several new victories. First, NBC reports that in Oklahoma, N'Kiyla Jasmine Thomas won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Markwayne Mullin, who Trump selected to lead the Department of Homeland Security following the resignation of Secretary Kristi Noem. Thomas will go up against Republican Congressman Kevin Hern in November. Unfortunately, Thomas stands little chance of winning the state, which has not elected a Democratic Senator since 1990. Thomas is a member of the Chickasaw Nation and identifies as a Democratic Socialist, but is “not yet” a member of DSA.* Next, in California, Democracy Now! reports progressive state lawmaker Aisha Wahab has prevailed in the special election to fill the seat vacated by disgraced former Congressman Eric Swalwell. This piece notes that Wahab “overcame a flood of attack ads from pro-Israel groups,” which sought to bolster her Democratic primary rival, Melissa Hernandez. In an interview, Wahab said that she “appreciates” voters in her district for “seeing through” the “lies that were spread by AIPAC.” Wahab will make history as the first Afghan American in Congress and has called for the United States to engage with the Taliban government and attempt to “[steer] them in the right direction” on human rights.* In Georgia, the Hill reports another progressive – Everton Blair – won the special election to fill the seat of Congressman David Scott, who passed away in April during his 12th term in the seat. Blair, the former chair of the Gwinnett County School Board, defeated Scott's daughter Marcye Scott. However, Blair will only represent this seat until the end of the year. Beginning in January, State Rep. Jasmine Clark, who won the May primary, will fill the seat for the 120th Congress.* Meanwhile, in the Cornhusker State, the Nebraska Examiner reports that the “Legal Marijuana NOW U.S. Senate candidate Mike Marvin announced he can't put more ‘energy' into the Senate race because of health issues and endorsed nonpartisan U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn.” Marvin will remain on the ballot, but is “urging all who supported [him] to now support…Osborn.” This piece notes that this announcement comes on heels of reporting by Flatwater Free Press showing that two staffers from Osborn's 2024 independent Senate campaign joined the Legal Marijuana NOW executive board and sought to dissolve the party from the inside. This, combined with the fact that former Democratic Senate nominee Cindy Burbank paid Mike Marvin's $1,740 candidate filing fee and dropped out of the race one day after the secretary of state verified Osborn's signatures to be on the fall ballot has fueled speculation that these were coordinated efforts to clear the field for Osborn. Marvin for his part disputes this and says he never planned to leave the race. Osborn is quoted saying “We hope to earn the support of the LMN voters and hope that we can represent their concerns well in the US Senate.”* In more third party news, Trump has launched new broadsides against the emerging ex-MAGA clique – consisting of Tucker Carlson, Congressman Thomas Massie, and former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. According to the Hill, Trump attacked the group, said to be exploring the possibility of founding a new right-wing party, calling Carlson “a loser,” Greene “a highly neurotic woman” and Massie a “real JERK” on Truth Social. The president added, “What a team this would be, THREE LOSERS, and a pocketful of change!...The only chance they have is to join the Radical Left Dumocrats, and try breaking into the Primary System. To all of them I say, PRAISE BE TO ALLAH!” The proximate cause of this latest flare-up between the camps is Trump's decision to allow in 300,000 metric tons of ground beef to be imported in the next 90 days, a move Massie called “worse than socialism.” Greene, who has been perhaps the most vocal defector from the MAGA camp, said “He attacks us with such vitriol because we actually are everything he claimed to be…he has proven as President that he is nothing more than a neocon puppet for Israel, corporations, big donors with special interests, and his dear friends in the Epstein class…We never changed, Trump did.”* Another story from this side of the aisle comes to us from NOTUS, which reports that an “unknown actor” has stolen over $16,000 from the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC). This incident, alternatively characterized as a “theft” from a “foreign country” or simply a “fraud,” occurred in early July, when the NRCC “attempted to pay a bill from Ranger Wi-Fi Consulting, a Texas-based firm that specializes in helping clients ‘optimize their wireless networks while ensuring healthy security measures are in place.'” Seeking to assuage the fears of donors, NRCC spokesman Will Kiley told the press that “Protecting donor funds is a top priority for the NRCC,” and vowed that the committee is “working to recover the funds, and…taken steps to ensure it can't happen again.” Listeners might remember that in July, the DNC admitted that they had fallen prey to a scammer, losing almost $30,000 in the process. It would seem that these committees do not have functional safeguards against such schemes.* Our final stories this week all deal with the Middle East. First up, Axios reports that while AIPAC was gearing up for a major ad blitz in Michigan against Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed and on behalf of Republican Senate nominee Mike Rogers, those plans have apparently been iced at the behest of the Rogers campaign. According to this story, Rogers believes that AIPAC spending in the Democratic primary – over $30 million on behalf of El-Syed's rival Haley Stevens – actually helped boost El-Sayed's candidacy, making his opposition to AIPAC a “centerpiece of his…campaign, using the group's spending against him to portray Democratic opponent Haley Stevens as beholden to the pro-Israel lobby.” Rogers fears the same fate, so he has sought to keep his distance from AIPAC while his allies are urging AIPAC to “get involved without putting the group's name front and center.” However, Rogers' attempts to put some daylight between his campaign and AIPAC has resulted in the latter turning cold towards the Republican candidate. Republicans now worry that AIPAC will “sit out the general election entirely.” As for the perception of AIPAC in Michigan, a recent poll found that “55% of Michigan voters oppose continued U.S. aid to Israel.”* On the other end of the Michigan political spectrum, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib has sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio demanding that he “ensure the immediateand permanent release of U.S. citizen Sama Safi, a 20-year-old university student with a severe complex chronic health condition, who the Israeli military has arbitrarily and wrongfully detained since June 2nd.” This letter goes on to describe how “armed Israeli soldiers raided her family's home in the occupied West Bank in the middle of the night and tore her from her family,” and that since then, she has “suffered under appalling conditions in Israeli military detention including “frequent physical assault, shackling, and the throwing of gas and stun grenades into already overcrowded and poorly ventilated cells,” among other horrors. 40 more members of Congress signed this letter, including six senators, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Ed Markey and Chris Van Hollen among them. 85 civic groups also signed onto this demand, ranging from faith-based groups to human rights organizations and beyond.* In the region itself, a broad coalition of Muslim states – including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt and, perhaps most notably, the United Arab Emirates – have issued a categorical condemnation of Israel's new “E1” settlement plan. This plan relates to new settlement activities east of occupied East Jerusalem and the signatories decry the plan as constituting “a dangerous escalation that further advances settlement expansion and annexation and undermines the geographical contiguity of the Occupied Palestinian Territory…thereby threatening the viability and realization of an independent, contiguous Palestinian State based on the 1967 lines with East Jerusalem as its capital.” The UAE was the most significant state in the region to sign onto the Trump-brokered Abraham Accords in 2020, which sought to normalize relations between Israel and its neighbors at the expense of the Palestinians. Saudi Arabia was said to be on the verge of signing the accords prior to October 7th and Israel's subsequent genocidal military campaign in Gaza. The UAE taking a new stand against Israel on behalf of the Palestinian cause is widely seen as the final death knell of the Abraham Accords and the beginning of a new era of relations in the Middle East.* Finally, the Economist reports that a group of seven top officials within the elite Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is consolidating power in Iran. The man rumored to be leading this junta is Mohsen Rezaei, the new national-security adviser, former presidential candidate and the longest-serving chief of the IRGC, having led the corps though the Iran-Iraq War of the 1980s. Others include the head of the navy, currently overseeing Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as the IRGC's commander-in-chief and founder of the Quds Force. Notably absent from this group is Mojtaba Khamenei, the new Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic. This piece judiciously avoids making any definite predictions about whether this new clique will rule as hardliners or pragmatists, but emphasizes that the late Ali Khamenei expertly “balanced the competing interests of his realm” while these military men favor action.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Hasan Piker is in the news once again, this time, for a “controversial” statement he made about antisemitism. This statement, that was no different than statements made uncontroversially by Ezra Klein, Haley Stevens, and Neera Tanden, drew condemnations from a wide variety of Democratic officials. From presidential hopefuls like Elissa Slotkin and Jon Ossoff to DNC chair Ken Martin, there has been a coordinated effort to disparage Hasan Piker. So much of this general election cycle has been eaten up by Hasan Piker discourse that voters are being robbed of a chance to learn about the two candidates that will actually be on the ballot: Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed. Oh also, Trump started a brand new trade war with Canada for no reason.(0:00) Ken Martin don't be a bum challenge failed(4:00) Intro(7:15) Unending Hasan Piker discourse(1:02:00) Trump launches a new trade war(1:08:30) Reviews/endingSeen on this episode:Piker-pocalypse - https://heartlandsignal.com/2025/09/10/mike-rogers-justifies-trumps-tariffs-with-return-of-manufacturing-jobs-which-are-decreasing/https://michigandems.com/coffee-prices-spike-41-due-to-tariffs-backed-by-price-hike-mike/https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/12/opinion/hasan-piker-democrats.html?eafs_enabled=false https://hakg.uzi.uni-halle.de/editions/2?lang=de https://finance.yahoo.com/economy/policy/articles/canada-softens-us-tariff-reprisal-115226010.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAADr7hs7hVWPJqDR9YBkwH9wOepKAk0mDuInNQ-NeM5RmLawxLkK_VgpAnlGElCKIacSESX_cKQ_yDDUoiAnUXXjeSOjqOdEbWDVEbjbcMwFpLG8DmdyDvWM1996yEtn5UGnKyz0DHwe_kxYxpRr99v3rWt7PO4PyTrjBnXmkS6QQhttps://www.newsweek.com/democrats-are-fighting-a-war-over-a-man-most-voters-have-never-heard-of-12366860New trade war with Canada dropped - https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/6054237-trade-representative-jamieson-greer-trump-us-canada-trade-war/ https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3v4xg5klx7o https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/23/world/canada/canada-us-trade-war-trump-carney.html https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/25/world/canada/trump-carney-trade-war-tariffs.html

Hawk examines AIPAC influence, Democratic Party divisions over Israel, Gaza, military aid, Zionism, antisemitism, and whether criticism of the Israeli government is being unfairly conflated with hatred of Jewish people. Names raised include Hakeem Jeffries, Cory Booker, Alyssa Slotkin, Josh Gottheimer, Rashida Talib, Bill Maher, Jonathan Greenblatt, and Wolf Blitzer. He questions whether establishment Democrats are out of step with their own voters on Israel and Gaza, and whether CNN's coverage of Hassan Piker has met basic standards of fairness, context, and journalistic integrity. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB

This episode is a wild ride, folks! Ross starts off by apologizing for a mistake in the show sheet, but things quickly take a turn for the absurd as they dive into a discussion about the best and worst things to bring to a potluck. Along the way, they touch on everything from jellied meatloaf to the importance of food safety, and even manage to squeeze in some news about the latest developments in the world of politics and business. This episode is a great example of the our signature blend of humor and insight, as we tackle some serious topics with their usual irreverence. We discuss the recent merger between RE/MAX and Real, and the impact it will have on the real estate industry. We also delve into the world of politics, discussing the latest news about the Trump administration's tariffs and the potential consequences for the US economy. But don't worry, it's not all serious business - we also take time to chat with the mayor of Denver about some of the city's latest initiatives, including the new RTD app and the upcoming DNC bid. So if you're looking for a podcast that's a little bit silly, a little bit serious, and a whole lot of fun, then this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear our thoughts on everything from jellied meatloaf to the future of the US economy, and don't forget to join in on the conversation by sharing your own thoughts on the best and worst things to bring to a potluck.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

-- On the Show: -- Dr. Zachary Rubin, allergist, immunologist, and author who reaches millions as a digital medical creator, joins us to discuss the public health fallout of RFK Jr.'s MAHA agenda -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes sues to block Donald Trump from imposing restrictive mail-in voting rules right before the midterm elections -- Secret Service spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi and two officials are suspended as federal agents investigate leaks about Donald Trump -- Fox News host Laura Ingraham advises Republican candidates to scare voters with false claims about Democrats taking their cars and appliances -- Fox News host Will Cain abruptly cuts off former DNC chair Jaime Harrison after Harrison calls out a sudden topic change -- Donald Trump gives an incoherent interview featuring mixed-up oil metrics, threats against Canada, and calls for fewer meat inspections -- Donald Trump releases a video pointing at a map while threatening to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America to punish Canada -- On the Bonus Show: Closing arguments in the Lindsay Clancy trial, Buc-ee's says it will only do business in conservative states, AOC reinstates her DSA membership, and much more...

Five years after the bombing at Abbey Gate, 13 Gold Star families are still waiting for a real, bipartisan accounting of what happened during the withdrawal from Afghanistan — and of the two decades of war that led to it. Paul Rieckhoff sits down with Connell McShane on News Nation for the weekly Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Wednesday hit and refuses to let the anniversary pass as another partisan food fight. He walks through what he calls the great American betrayal of Afghanistan, the Afghan allies still hung out to dry at home and abroad, and why an honest after-action review matters more than another round of finger-pointing. From there, the conversation pivots to the story the legacy media keeps missing: independents are now the plurality in sixteen states, roughly 48% of the country, while Republicans and Democrats sit at 27% each. Ten thousand Americans leave the two parties every single week. Paul breaks down the new farm team of independent veteran candidates — Todd Achilles up 5 on Jim Risch in Idaho, Seth Bodnar in Montana, competitive races in Nebraska and South Dakota — and explains why a single independent win in November could break the logjam the way Joe Manchin, Angus King, and Jesse Ventura have shown is possible. This is the map of the movement the MAGA machine and the DNC both want you to ignore. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Millions of American veterans are being locked out of primary elections in the country they served. See what we're doing to change that. -Visit Kalshi and trade on anything. Use code [INDEPENDENT] to get ten dollars when you trade ten. -Head to cozyearth.com and use the code AMERICANS for an exclusive 20% off. -Join Noble Mobile today and get a $100 bonus when you use code PAUL and stay a member for 2 months! -Join IVA and help us get independent veterans elected to office. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's Political Breakfast, we talk about a recent exchange between Georgia gubernatorial candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson. It all unfolded in a hotel parking lot, after a Jackson attack ad took aim at Bottoms' husband. Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and Republican strategist Brian Robinson discuss with host Lisa Rayam how campaigns decide whether to rebut a claim, attack the messenger, or just change the subject. A quick note: Brian advises Rick Jackson and Tharon advises Keisha Lance Bottoms. Plus, Atlanta did not make the final cut to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention. Mayor Andre Dickens did not react kindly to the snub. In a letter to the DNC, Dickens wrote that its leaders "continue to make the wrong choices," that the "road to the White House runs through the South" and they are "once again abandoning Black voters." Plus, as Jackson's campaign promises to crack down on illegal immigration, a lawsuit filed by foreign-born nurses against one of the companies under his healthcare empire, accuses Avant Healthcare Professionals of "luring them to the United States" only to pay them low wages and trap them in contracts for years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democrats trail Republicans in cash by nine figures. The DNC reported $16 million on hand against $17.9 million in debt. The RNC reported $130 million. Peter Schweizer and Eric Eggers follow the money filling the gap, and most of it comes from senior citizens. A Stanford researcher spent eight months preparing an investigation for The New York Times. Fact checkers cleared it. Lawyers cleared it. Then the Elias Law Group sent cease and desist letters on behalf of Democratic committees, and the paper walked away. What the research found: a spam text pipeline built to squeeze a captive pool of elderly donors. An 85 year old man in Oxford, Ohio gave 7,800 times, nearly $650,000, more than double the value of his house. A 90 year old woman in an Indiana senior living facility gave more than 25,000 times, $250,000 in total. Fewer than 1% of Democrat donors account for almost half of the $1.4 billion these PACs have raised since 2017. One network alone pulled in $390 million. Most of the money never reaches a candidate. It recycles back into the fundraising operation. Hakeem Jeffries shows the shift in one chart. In 2018, his average donor was 54 and 21% were 65 or older. This cycle, his average donor is 73 and 86% are senior citizens. Then the midterm ledger. Ripple and Coinbase sit at the top of $230 million in special interest spending, ahead of Big Tech and Wall Street. FanDuel and DraftKings make the top six. George Soros has given more than $102 million this year. AIPAC drew headlines for $30 million behind Haley Stevens in Michigan, while the money moving against her opponent's opponent stays far harder to trace: a $200,000 super PAC check from Abdul El-Sayed's father-in-law, an Islamic Society of North America figure; $25,000 from an Egyptian American activist sentenced to life in absentia; $115,000 tied to people affiliated with the Council on American-Islamic Relations. Saudi Arabia spent $92 million on Washington lobbying last year with roughly 148 registered foreign agents. Peter and Eric close on Sharia law, Jesse Watters' interview with El-Sayed, and whether the red-green alliance holds long enough to make Michigan competitive. (00:00) Cold open (00:31) Votes from the poor, money from the rich (02:33) The DNC has $16 million and $17.9 million in debt (04:43) Granny's Social Security check funds the campaign (06:34) The New York Times kills the story after legal threats (07:33) One donor, 7,800 gifts, $650,000 (09:30) Hakeem Jeffries' donor base ages 20 years in eight (12:27) Crypto, gambling and AIPAC lead the midterm spending (15:25) The influence money nobody tracks (20:14) CAIR cash, Jesse Watters, and the Sharia law question

This week on Where The Party At? Georgia politics is giving us plenty to talk about. We start with the governor's race, where recent polling has **Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms in a statistical tie.** At this point, the race may be less about changing voters' minds and more about **who actually shows up in November.** We break down what those polls really mean, why the margin of error matters, and how young and Black voter turnout could change the makeup of the electorate. We also get into the parking lot confrontation between Bottoms and Jackson after a campaign ad targeted Bottoms' husband. Then we follow the money to **Medicaid**. Georgia created Pathways instead of fully expanding Medicaid, but now state leaders are asking Washington for a higher federal match. We break down what Pathways is, why the state wants more federal money, how work requirements affect enrollment, and how the debate could change depending on who becomes Georgia's next governor. Finally, **Atlanta got passed over for the 2028 Democratic National Convention...again.** The DNC narrowed its list to Boston, Denver, and Philadelphia, leaving Atlanta out despite Georgia's status as a major political battleground. We talk about Mayor Andre Dickens' response, what the decision says about the national party's relationship with Georgia and the South, and whether hosting a convention actually matters politically. IN THIS EPISODE: Georgia's governor race is essentially tied How to actually read a political poll Why margin of error matters Rick Jackson vs. Keisha Lance Bottoms Why turnout could decide the governor's race The role of young and Black voters in November Why Jon Ossoff can lead while the governor's race remains tied Bottoms and Jackson's parking lot confrontation The campaign fight over political families Georgia Pathways vs. full Medicaid expansion Why Georgia wants a 90% federal Medicaid match Work requirements and Medicaid enrollment The connection between Medicaid and SNAP requirements Whether Georgia's Pathways program is working as intended Why the DNC passed over Atlanta for 2028 Mayor Andre Dickens' response to the DNC What Atlanta losing the convention actually means for Georgia politics Subscribe to **Where The Party At?** for conversations about Atlanta, Georgia politics, elections, civic engagement, public policy, and the decisions shaping our communities.

Kruser discusses multiple political issues with lobbying firm CEO, Bob Babbage. The DNC is throwing support behind Zach Dembo opposing the republican candidate, Dr. Alvarado. Both are vying for the U.S. House of Representatives to represent Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District in the November 3, 2026, general election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

- Camellia Peterson previews the upcoming Americans for Prosperity event- Early Polling shows Kamala Harris is current DNC favorite for 2028- What is the lesson to learn from the defeat of Amendments 4 and 5?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday, August 24, 2026 Today, minority leader Hakeem Jeffries met in secret with Jared Kushner to discuss how a Democratic House could work with the Trump administration; the Postal Service has published its rule on refusing to send mail ballots to people not on a federal list; Trump's claims about immigrants voting in Nevada turned out to be completely false; the Navy is weighing removing a Black Navy veteran's name from a new ship and replacing it with Donald Trump; the DNC is suing the Justice Department for communications about ballot seizures during the midterms; the President will travel to South Carolina to campaign for Darline Nordone; trade talks with Canada have cratered and Mark Carney is fighting back; the Pentagon has fired the editor of Stars and Stripes; Republicans are criticizing the administration's plan to import foreign beef; protected wild horses are heading to slaughter; a court has slashed Alex Jones' $50M payout to two Sandy Hook families; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. 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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! Atlanta was considered a strong contender to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention, but the DNC ultimately decided to go elsewhere. So what happened? In this episode of The Georgia Politics Podcast, Atlanta City Councilman Michael Julian Bond joins us to discuss Atlanta's bid, the decision-making behind the scenes and why the city was ultimately denied a spot as a finalist. Bond shares his perspective on what went wrong, what Atlanta could have done differently and what the decision means for the city going forward. It's an inside look at the politics, personalities and missed opportunities behind Atlanta's bid for the 2028 DNC. Connect with The Georgia Politics Podcast, HERE. Hans Appen on Twitter @hansappen Craig Kidd on Twitter @CraigKidd1 Lyndsey Coates on Instagram @list_with_lyndsey Proud member of the Appen Podcast Network. #gapol

This Is The G Podcast | @thisisthegpodcast Episode 325: Georgia Politics, Stephen A. Smith, and David Oyelowo in Hot Water This week's episode covers a mix of Georgia politics, media controversy, and pop culture backlash, with Hitman Howie joining for a wide-ranging conversation. The discussion focuses on the Georgia gubernatorial race, the Democratic Party's strategy, Stephen A. Smith's criticism of Black women and the backlash from NABJ, and actor David Oyelowo's comments about Southern accents. Timestamps 00:00 - Week in news opens with U.S. and Iran tensions, oil prices, and the Strait of Hormuz 00:29 - Gas prices, military exercises with South Korea, and pressure on the DNC 01:23 - Nolan Wells' family keeps searching for answers after his death 02:10 - Hayden Panettiere's death and career legacy 02:28 - Tupac Shakur murder trial details and graphic courtroom evidence 03:27 - U.S. national debt passes $40 trillion 00:17 - Tanya B's birthday week and the setup for a shorter show 01:09 - Why Georgia's gubernatorial race is at the top of Howie's list 02:15 - Rick Jackson's self-funding and the attack strategy against Keisha Lance Bottoms 03:35 - Black Belt counties and the coalition likely to support Keisha 04:47 - Whether statewide coalitions can be duplicated in Georgia politics 05:56 - John Ossoff, MAGA framing, and rural Georgia signs 06:50 - Criticism of DNC fundraising strategy and leadership 09:21 - Hakeem Jeffries clip and the debate over DSA messaging 11:54 - Why Howie thinks public messaging needs more discipline 15:01 - Why the hosts believe Democrats are too reactive 16:29 - The problem with “day one” promises without a real plan 18:02 - Why not expanding the Supreme Court in 2020 still frustrates the hosts 19:22 - Mitch McConnell, Senate obstruction, and Kentucky's lack of representation 20:43 - Introduction to the NABJ criticism of Stephen A. Smith 21:10 - NABJ's statement on Stephen A.'s pattern of comments about Black women 22:13 - Why Howie sees Stephen A.'s comments as part of a broader manosphere problem 23:51 - Stephen A.'s response and his claim that the NABJ decision was politicized 25:17 - Why the host says Stephen A. is an entertainer, not a journalist 26:46 - Why the NABJ issue could have been handled privately first 27:46 - Why Stephen A. going to Sean Hannity and Chris Cuomo says a lot 29:16 - The “cool kids” problem and Stephen A.'s public image 31:16 - ESPN, Stephen A.'s contract, and Pat McAfee as the possible next face 35:27 - David Oyelowo clip and the Southern accent controversy 37:41 - Why the slavery and subservience language crossed the line 38:26 - UK actors, Black roles, and the competition for limited opportunities 42:02 - The deeper issue is Black roles, pay, and who gets cast 44:41 - Why the industry still feels like “crabs in a barrel” 45:43 - Football season, the joy of fall, and the sports calendar 46:43 - Tua Tagovailoa's future and whether he's fully committed 49:17 - Why his comments about football being “part-time” hurt his standing 49:33 - Prayers for Gary, Indiana, and outrage over two weeks without power 51:20 - The comparison to Katrina and the call for more urgency

In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss the DNC’s unanimous support for a resolution calling for the abolition of ICE, the political implications of that vote, and how immigration enforcement has become a major dividing line between Republicans and Democrats. They also examine public statements attributed to Abdul El-Sayed's sister, concerns about ideological activism in higher education, questions raised about the family ties of political commentator Hasan Piker, and the Democratic Party’s relationship with progressive activists and influencers. The Democratic National Committee has approved a resolution supporting the abolition of ICE, a move presented in this episode as evidence of a broader shift toward more progressive and activist positions within the Democratic Party. The discussion examines what that policy would mean for immigration enforcement, public safety, and the party’s political direction.The episode also explores controversies surrounding Abdul El-Sayed, comments and activism attributed to members of his family, and debates over the influence of political activists, academics, and online personalities on Democratic politics. Topics Covered: The DNC resolution supporting the abolition of ICE and its unanimous approval process Immigration enforcement, deportation policy, and border security debates Criticism of Abdul El-Sayed and statements attributed to his family members Activism, anti-capitalist views, and organizing efforts within universities Questions surrounding Hasan Piker, his political influence, and national security concerns discussed in the episode Reactions from Democratic leaders and the party’s progressive wing Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Del Percio (crisis communications expert and political analyst at MS NOW) joins host Ron Steslow to trace how a revolt against data centers opens larger questions into how the AI buildout is financed and who holds the risk.  They begin with the politics of the backlash and the town by town opposition that has turned data centers into a bipartisan populist flashpoint. Then they look at the leaked Republican memo warning the backlash could cost the party a Senate seat in November.  Next, they turn to the real constraint beneath the fight, energy, the race with China, and reporting that foreign actors are attempting to amplify the opposition.  Then, they look at the federal debt and how Washington is betting that AI-led growth is the only survivable way out.  In Politicology+, they break down the DNC's newly approved 2028 presidential primary calendar and what it means for the factional power struggle within the party. POLITICOLOGY+ Not yet a Politicology+ member? Don't miss all the extra episodes on the private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus. SPONSORS & PROMO CODES: https://bit.ly/44uAGZ8 Send your questions and ideas to podcast@politicology.com Ron Steslow on X: https://x.com/RonSteslow Susan Del Percio on X: https://x.com/DelPercioS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the few rallying cries that people from all walks of life can seemingly get behind these days? Opposition to data center development, especially in the suburbs. Concerned communities throughout the Delaware Valley have come out in full (throated) force to battle these projects, prompting Governor Shapiro, in a significant flip, to lend his support via a new executive order. Plus, we get the lowdown on the person named to fill a key position in Mayor Parker's administration. And find out more about Philadelphia public school teacher preparations for the 2026-27 academic year, and details on two exciting sporting events coming to the city in the next two weeks. 00:00 Rundown 02:00 Shapiro takes on data centers via executive order 07:55 Brace yourself - the Market Street Bridge closure is about to ruin your commute (for real this time) 13:22 Philly public school teachers look to new year with optimism 18:13 New managing director begins work in the Parker administration, city emerges as DNC finalist 24:35 Villanova marks major expansion, re-opens satellite Cabrini campus 29:30 WTA tournament, Cycling Classic cap big sports summer Listen to The Week in Philly, hosted by KYW Newsradio's Matt Leon, every Saturday at 5am, 3pm, and 9pm, and Sunday at 3pm and 9pm.

The full Weekender is normally only available to our Patreon subscribers, but we're unlocking this one for everyone. If you like what you hear, sign up at http://patreon.com/muckrakepodcast for the full Friday episode every week, special live shows, and access to our community discord. Jared Yates Sexton is out this week, so co-host Nick Hauselman sits down with Fred Wellman, the Democratic nominee in Missouri's second congressional district and a four-time combat veteran who spent 22 years as an Army officer, including service under General David Petraeus and General Martin Dempsey. Wellman makes the case that the Iran war is the biggest strategic blunder in American military history, bar none, and lays out exactly why the USS Lincoln is suffering: the administration launched a war with no allies and then got the bases that supply the fleet blown up, leaving 5,000 sailors stranded on a ship with no port to dock at while Pete Hegseth flies to Iowa to prep a presidential campaign. He talks about running against Ann Wagner, who has quadrupled her net worth to $26 million while in Congress, and why the voters he meets at doors in suburban Saint Louis care less about culture war issues than about whether their kids can afford to live in their own hometown. He lays out what he'd do from day one in Congress on stock trading, gun safety, abortion rights, and military oversight. And he's clear he's not going to Washington to work for Hakeem Jeffries or the DNC but to fight for 750,000 Missourians.

In this explosive segment, Lee and Tara uncover the ties between national DNC messaging, radical DSA agendas, and high-stakes local politics!

In this multi-topic segment, the commentary tackles declassified documents surrounding Eric Swalwell and Chinese spy allegations, along with calls to overhaul the FBI. The hosts also dive into local South Carolina primary dynamics, political ad funding, and national DNC rhetoric surrounding progressive factions. --- ### Voting Resources To check voter status, locate county election offices, or find election details, consult official state resources: * Check voter registration status and view county election boards on the [South Carolina Election Commission](https://scvotes.gov/). * Access official voter tools and forms using the [SC Votes Portal](https://vrems.scvotes.sc.gov/). * Review registration eligibility or submit details online via the [SC Online Voter Registration System](https://vrems.scvotes.sc.gov/ovr/start). --- Eric Swalwell, FBI Investigation, South Carolina Politics, Darlene Graham, Ralph Norman, DNC Agenda, SC Election Commission, Political Scandals

On hour one of The Shelley Wynter Show, Shelley begins with the news of Atlanta losing the DNC. Shelley also talks more about Ricj Jackson's policies and covers Moderna and Merck. And to end the hour Shelley talks about the Marcye Scott race.

Pags takes on Eric Swalwell and contrasts him with Texas Rep. Brandon Gill, arguing Gill represents exactly the kind of fighter Republicans need while Swalwell represents everything wrong with the Washington swamp. Pags asks whether there will ever be real accountability surrounding Swalwell and has a message for Californians moving to Texas: Come on over—but don't bring California's politics with you. Then the show heads to Georgia, where Atlanta's mayor is furious after the city was snubbed by the DNC, leaving Pags wondering whether Democrats are now accusing their own party of racism. He also revisits Georgia's controversial election results and explains why he still questions how the state's two Democratic senators ended up in Washington. Then Pags brings the receipts on Florida Democrat Angie Nixon, comparing clips that he says reveal a dramatic change in how she speaks depending on the audience. Finally, the FBI says it stopped an ISIS-inspired plot to bomb New York's Capitol building—an alarming story Pags says deserves everyone's attention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PLUS: Alpharetta's aversion to icky renters & why would a Billy Linville crossover endorsement matter when Rick cant' get Burt on board?Earlier this week, the Democratic Party announced its finalists for the 2028 DNC convention and Atlanta didn't make the shortlist (Denver, Philadelphia and Boston all did); a decision that - on its face - is sort of inexplicable given Georgia's teetering on the brink of flipping blue with a good solid nudge or two and that the aforementioned finalists have all hosted the convention in recent years. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens released a letter of exasperation - not wrong to disagree with the decision to snub Atlanta i n2028 - but he included enough ammunition for the GOP to use in a 2026 midterm cycle that's beyond-necessary for the party he's a member of to claw back some power in Congress and in his own state. Hear why I likened his letter to a post-grounding tantrum from a teenager.A plan to develop Alpharetta's North Point Mall is getting pushback because the developer wants to include - ick! - apartments instead of buyable condominiums and townhomes. That north Fulton County enclave already has some NIMBY-istic laws on the books limiting the number of leasable homes in its city limits, but I can't help but wonder where they think a new sports arena's concessions, ticket booth and usher employees are going to live since jobs like those don't pay well enough for anyone to live IN Alpharetta? Who TF is Billy Linville - aside from a guy who dresses a lot like Rick Jcakson? Well, he's some moderate Democrat mover-n-shaker in Georgia politics (I guess?) who's endorsing 'slick Rick.' Meanwhile, prominent Georgia Republican (and current lieutenant governor) Burt Jones still hasn't warmed to supporting - let alone voting for - Rick Jackson.

Marianne Williamson keeps a ticker running on her Substack, counting down the days to the midterms. In this episode, she and Jeff dig into why she thinks these midterms may be the last chance for a truly free and fair election in 2028, walk through the DNC dysfunction and the rise of the DSA, and get candid about her own two runs for president and what they taught her about the party. Why Williamson believes the 2026 midterms are more consequential than any in recent memory The redistricting battle reshaping the House, and why a "normal" Democratic wave may not be enough How the DSA and candidates like Zohran Mamdani are pulling the party back toward its FDR-era roots What her own 2020 and 2024 presidential campaigns revealed about the DNC's instincts, including an FBI briefing and a DNC official's apology Her case for why hope and reform are still possible, even in a "brutal" political moment This episode is for anyone trying to make sense of the Democratic Party's internal battles, and anyone wondering what's actually at stake in November. Marianne's new course, Midlife Awakening: Creating a Miraculous Next Chapter, guides students through the real work of this stage of life: atoning for old mistakes, practicing true forgiveness, and reframing midlife as a second puberty rather than a decline. Across eight sessions, it builds toward what she calls "rising as the phoenix," her framework for closing one chapter and consciously starting the next. Start the course for free at commune.to/awakening. Discover more from Marianne at marianne.com. This episode was made possible by:  LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at ⁠drinklmnt.com/commune⁠. Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 25% off your order at ⁠vivobarefoot.com/commune⁠. Stripes: Visit ⁠stripesbeauty.com⁠ and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line. CocoaVia: Use code COMMUNE2026 for 25% off at CocoaVia.com

These are candidates who won Democratic primaries. Eight or ten of them now, several against sitting incumbents. Angie Nixon is running the same play everywhere it works: populism and affordability, gas and groceries and rent and utility bills. Hawk's read is that elected Democrats spent fifteen or twenty years answering to donors, AIPAC, and the DNC instead of their own voters, and this is what that produces. Hasan Piker, who Moskowitz named directly, responded by suggesting he log off and focus on beating the Republican. Hawk lays out Moskowitz's actual record on Israel and Iran, including opposing conditions on military aid and dismissing a war powers resolution. And then the part nobody wants to hold at once: Moskowitz is still the only Democrat likely to win a Trump plus nine seat, and Democrats need the House. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB

Today on the show: the debt tops $40 trillion. Greg Bluestein from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Atlanta misses out on the DNC. Scott MacFarlane joins us live. Steven Portnoy from ABC News updates the ballroom. Tom Dempsey from NewsNation on the WHCD shooter. Plus, massive solar projects could be heading to Georgia. 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB.

Today on the show: the debt tops $40 trillion. Greg Bluestein from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Atlanta misses out on the DNC. Scott MacFarlane joins us live. Steven Portnoy from ABC News updates the ballroom. Tom Dempsey from NewsNation on the WHCD shooter. Plus, massive solar projects could be heading to Georgia. 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB.

Today on the show: the debt tops $40 trillion. Greg Bluestein from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Atlanta misses out on the DNC. Scott MacFarlane joins us live. Steven Portnoy from ABC News updates the ballroom. Tom Dempsey from NewsNation on the WHCD shooter. Plus, massive solar projects could be heading to Georgia. 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB.

Trump posted a map of the Strait of Hormuz labeled "New US Territory" while the 60-day negotiating window with Iran expired with no talks scheduled. A preservation trust told the Supreme Court the White House is racing to pour concrete on a $400 million ballroom before a judge can stop it. Court filings in Minnesota describe federal agents recording meetings in churches and union halls. And Disney sued the FCC over a license review the agency has not ordered in fifty years. The thread: power is testing how much it can finish before anyone can stop it. The other half: a preservation trust said no, a media company sued, DNC members reversed a rule from the floor, and Alaska voters put contribution limits on their own politicians. The check only works when somebody insists on it. Plus the last primary night of the cycle, where money lost everywhere. Angie Nixon beat Alex Vindman by double digits against a 16-to-1 spending gap. Trump's endorsed governor pick lost in Wyoming on the same ballot that sent Harriet Hageman to the Senate nomination. And a full breakdown of what data centers actually do to your water, your power bill, and your county's job numbers, using the August 10 Brookings update and Congressional Research Service report R48646. CHAPTERS 00:00 Stream start 07:20 Cold open: who insisted 08:53 Follow the Money: This Week in Trump Corruption 09:16 Truth API: selling early access to his own announcements 13:51 The ballroom and the race against the injunction 17:02 Pirro convenes a special grand jury 18:54 Nuanced News 19:28 Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, and the "New US Territory" map 29:31 Flock cameras and Operation Puppet Master 39:20 Disney and ABC sue the FCC 43:39 Ten more stories you should know 54:45 Research on a Dime: the last primary night of the cycle 55:28 Florida: Angie Nixon upsets Alex Vindman 1:00:30 Wyoming: Hageman wins, Trump's governor pick loses 1:06:00 Why nobody is talking about independent candidates 1:09:41 Montana and Idaho: when the ballot rule hurts 1:11:45 The reform scoreboard 1:15:20 Breakdown in the Public 1:15:41 Americans are turning against AI, starting with the young 1:18:12 Mobilizers, connectors, spectators, outsiders 1:19:05 Trump approval: read the spread, not the number 1:19:52 Data centers: what Americans actually think 1:24:48 Data centers and jobs: the Brookings numbers 1:29:45 Who the subsidies actually go to 1:39:24 Data centers and water 1:44:20 Data centers and your power bill 1:51:10 Good News 1:52:31 A one-time treatment cleared HIV in newborn primates 1:54:14 British solar had its best month ever 1:55:56 Rapa Nui is now running its own ocean 1:57:10 Rapid fire good news LINKS Podcast website: https://www.purplepoliticalbreakdown.com ALIVE Podcast Network: https://alivepodcastnetwork.com/ Catch a lot of great podcasts led by amazing Black voices. Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/purplepoliticalbreakdown All links: https://linktr.ee/purplepoliticalbreakdown Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/ptPAsZtHC9 THIS WEEK'S RESOURCES Independent Center: Resources for independent political thinking and civic engagement. https://www.independentcenter.org/ Equal Vote Coalition & STAR Voting: Voting methods that ensure every vote counts equally, eliminating wasted votes and strategic voting. https://www.equal.vote/star r/policysolutions: Community for people who want to argue about policy instead of teams. https://www.reddit.com/r/policysolutions/ OtherWeb: AI-based platform that filters news without paywalls, clickbait, or junk. https://otherweb.com/ Political Solutions Without Political Bias. Subscribe, rate, and share if you believe in purple politics.

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the controversy surrounding Jon Ossoff's comments about Trump staffer Natalie Harp, the backlash from conservatives, and the White House's furious response. They analyze the debate over whether Ossoff crossed a line, the broader scrutiny of Harp's unusual relationship with Trump, and the hypocrisy surrounding the outrage. Kander and Gupta also dive into the latest primary election results, as Angie Nixon defeats Alex Vindman in Florida, Peltola shows strength in Alaska, and Republicans battle over the future of their party. Plus, they discuss the DNC's new presidential primary calendar, Trump's record-low approval numbers, Fox News questioning his threats against Oman, and revealing clips from Joe Rogan and Shane Gillis. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the majority of Americans who believe in progress, convince your conservative friends and family to join us—this is Majority 54! Nutrafol: Start Nutrafol today and make the hat optional. Visit https://Nutrafol.com and enter promo code MAJORITY for $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping. Mack Weldon: Go to https://MackWeldon.com and get 20% off your first order of $125 or more, with promo code MAJORITY Mars Men: For a limited time, our listeners can get 50% off for life plus Free Shipping AND 3 Free Gifts at https://MenGoToMars.com Chapter: *Paid Partnership* For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (785) 310-3391 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://www.askchapter.org/majority54 Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan's contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don't directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Majority 54 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/majority_54 Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54 Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKander Jason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/ Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGupta Ravi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Ravi on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LostDebate Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast Cult Conversations: The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steve Hassan: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show The Ken Harbaugh Show: https://meidasnews.com/tag/the-ken-harbaugh-show Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 19. President Trump hits pause on 50% tariffs that had been set to hit a range of Canadian products – buying more time for trade negotiators to reach a deal with Ottawa. Plus, OpenAI's second quarter sales disappoint as rival Anthropic sees its revenue double. And a Chinese cargo ship sets sail for the Arctic in a move that WSJ foreign correspondent Sune Rasmussen says could upend global trade. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Before there was Dubya, there was Ann Richards the sharp-tongued, silver-haired Democrat who went from schoolteacher to Governor of Texas. Ann Richards battled alcoholism, got sober, transformed the Texas Treasury, and became a national political star after her unforgettable speech at the 1988 Democratic National Convention. But first, she had to survive one of the wildest gubernatorial races in Texas history, featuring an opponent who seemingly could not stop saying the worst possible thing at the worst possible time. Nathan tells Katy the story of the woman behind the famous one-liners, her rise through Texas politics, and the legacy she left behind. You can watch her DNC speech here: - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pvrvRT23is - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CzzkUHyDLI Timestamps: 00:00 Patreon Preview Intro 01:06 Who Was Ann Richards? 07:09 Ann Richards Enters Texas Politics 11:47 Alcoholism, Rehab & Political Comeback 14:10 Texas State Treasurer & “Magic Money” 17:44 Ann Richards' 1988 DNC Speech 23:38 The 1990 Texas Governor's Race 26:53 Ann Richards vs. Clayton Williams 31:03 Ann Richards Becomes Governor of Texas 34:18 Education Reform & the Texas “Robin Hood” Plan 38:46 Life After the Governor's Mansion 41:21 Ann Richards' Death & Legacy ----- Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please get in touch with advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 In this hard-hitting episode, Joe exposes the conjoined crises threatening American sovereignty: a hopelessly convoluted election system designed to foster distrust, and a radical political apparatus actively dismantling rule of law. Starting in Antrim County, Michigan, and tracing through Delaware County, Pennsylvania, Joe breaks down how middle-of-the-night vote flips, missing machine tapes, and ransomware cover-ups are not mere glitches, but symptoms of a compromised framework. Joined by whistleblower Regina Miller, the show pulls back the curtain on chain-of-custody violations, altered records, and election officials actively destroying evidence while federal authorities look the other way.The breakdown goes far beyond election mechanics, pivoting directly to the political motives driving the confusion. Joe examines the stark disconnect between elite political rhetoric and the reality on the ground—highlighting how Republican infighting and F-rated liberty scores enable a system where basic safeguards like the SAVE Act and clean voter rolls are actively blocked. With local law enforcement pushing back against systemic refusal to audit, the show establishes how a lack of machine transparency directly erodes citizen trust in our governing institutions.Joe uncovers the radical agenda benefiting from this broken system. From Democratic Socialists framing the U.S. Constitution as an "obstacle" to revolution, to official DNC resolutions calling for the abolition of ICE and top governors pushing to dissolve the Electoral College, the pattern is undeniable. Between the catastrophic human cost of open-border policies and the complete capture of local governance by non-assimilated leadership, Joe delivers an unvarnished look at a nation pushed to the brink—and demands accountability before our sovereignty is lost for good.

As part of a 3-part series on the divisions within political movements, David Hogg, founder and president of Leaders We Deserve, co-founder and board member of March for Our Lives, and former vice chair of the Democratic National Committee, talks about what's dividing the Democratic Party, from the fallout over the DNC's 2024 autopsy to the primary challenges his group is backing heading into the midterms. Photo: David Hogg, co-founder of Leaders We Deserve, and Patrick Roath, candidate for Congress (MA-08), walk to join attendees on the Freedom Trail during a "Democracy Walk" at the Boston Common on April 8, 2026. (Photo by Finn Gomez/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As we continue our series about internal divisions within different political groups, today, a look at the Democratic Party. On Today's Show:David Hogg, founder and president of Leaders We Deserve, co-founder and board member of March for Our Lives, and former vice-chair of the Democratic National Committee, talks about what's dividing the party, from the fallout over the DNC's 2024 autopsy to the primary challenges his group is backing heading into the midterms.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 17, 2026: 7 am — Dems urge unity at DNC summer meeting following primaries To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Monday, August 17, 2026 Today, the Democratic National Committee passed resolutions that could inform the 2028 party platform; the Justice Department is expanding the military's law enforcement power; the Food and Drug Administration traveled to Mexico a month after linking Taylor Farms to cyclospora outbreak; U.S. and Ukrainian forces went head to head in a drone exercise and Ukraine won; the Tate brothers' custody hearing was postponed as they fight extradition; a Canadian petition to oust Hoekstra as the ambassador has nearly 200,000 signatures; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. Thank You, IQBAR Text DAILYBEANS to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply.  Thank You Smalls For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping and free treats for life, when you head to Smalls.com/DAILYBEANS The Trump Epstein Memorial Bookmobile The Daily Beans is proud to partner with Miles Taylor and our friends at DEFIANCE.org For a limited time, members of the Daily Beans community can receive a FREE 3-month full membership to DEFIANCE.org and gain access to one of the fastest-growing pro-democracy movements in America. Join here: https://www.defiance.org/beans Diamond Dames - Subscribe here: Diamond Dames - A Ted Lasso PodcastDiamond Dames - YouTube playlist   Guest: Heather Cox RichardsonLetters from an American | Heather Cox RichardsonHeather Cox Richardson - YouTubeinstagram.com/heathercoxrichardson@hcrichardson.bsky.social - Bluesky@HC_Richardson - Twitter The Latest Breakdown→ INSIDE Trump DOJ's BRUTAL Epstein Court Reckoning StoriesJustice Department expands military's power to detain migrants accused of trespassing | CBS News FDA in Mexico a month after linking Taylor Farms to cyclospora outbreak | The Washington PostDemocrats disagree over abolishing or reforming ICE at DNC meeting | AP News Tate brothers custody hearing postponed as they fight U.K. extradition | NBC News Good TroubleCards Against Humanity - Elon has no Friends →Friday August 28 in DC March On Washington 2026 -marchonwashington2026.com Check your voter registration and deadlines → Voter Registration Deadlines - Vote.org →Helpline Orientation- Spanish Speakers Needed! · VoteRiders →Help save Texas from Ken Paxton! →NO HATE in WA State →Stand With Minnesota →iceout.org Good NewsSpokAnimal animal rescue Oct 9 -Southwest Funny Fest:Dana Goldberg's Southwest FunnyFest - City of Albuquerque -Email Dana@DanaGoldberg.com for sponsorship informationTickets for Dana Goldberg: Outrageous - Sep 23 - Den Theater - Chicago  →Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans →Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.com Subscribe to the MSW on YouTube - MSW Media - YouTube Our Donation Links The Trevor Project - trevorproject.org/beans Blue Wave California - ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc Donate to Public Citizen - https://citizen.org/beans/ Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser Pathways to Citizenship - boomerang - pathways  Dana and The Daily Beans support of Human Rights Campaign ONE CAUSE HRC The Daily Beans supports It Gets BetterNational Security Counselors - Donate, WhistleblowerAid.org/beans Dr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers email AG - fedoath@pm.me Dana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook,  DanaGoldberg.com More from MSW Media - Shows, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The DNC is doubling down on South Carolina as the first state in its presidential primary calendar, a decision that could reshape the race for the 2028 Democratic nomination. USA TODAY White House Correspondent Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy joins The Excerpt to explain why party leaders are sticking with South Carolina, which candidates stand to benefit most, and what early buzz around candidates like Gavin Newsom, Cory Booker and Kamala Harris reveals about the Democratic Party's future and its potential path back to the White House. Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to podcasts@usatoday.com. Episode transcript available here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

David and Ryan sit down to talk through the new DealMachine. Ryan has used the app since 2019, closed 73 deals with it, and now holds 59 rentals. He shows how one search pulled 675 properties and how he narrowed it to about 200 owner occupants worth mailing. David covers the export changes that stop you paying for DNC-only records, plus a few features coming next.   KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Intro & Guest Background 2:51 - Money-Saving Export Filters 5:43 - Finding Leads with AI Search 8:52 - Designing Postcards 10:19 - Manual Filters, Maps & Hexagons 13:11 - Finding Cash Buyers with AI 15:24 - Upcoming Features & Classic Access 18:57 - CRM App & API Integrations 20:53 - Using AI to Manage Email 22:18 - Finding Top Real Estate Agents 24:23 - Data Credits Explained 26:14 - Birthday Trip & Life Advice 29:46 - Outro   LINKS: Instagram: David Lecko https://www.instagram.com/dlecko   Website: DealMachine https://www.dealmachine.com/pod   Instagram: Ryan Haywood https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments   Website: Heritage Home Investments https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

August 17, 2026: 5am — Trump orders scale back of joint drills with South Korea  To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 August 16 2026; 7am: The Democratic National Committee finalized sweeping changes to their primary calendar on Saturday, making South Carolina the kickoff state in the sprint to Super Tuesday. The party's membership ratified the decision during their summer meeting in Austin, Texas, moving more racially diverse states to the front of the line. With that 2028 business settled, the focus returns to this year's midterms. Three states will hold primaries on Tuesday: Alaska, Wyoming, and Florida. In Florida, voters will choose a new governor after eight years of Ron DeSantis. Democratic gubernatorial candidate for Florida, former Congressman David Jolly, joins “The Weekend” to discuss. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnow TikTok: @theweekendmsnow To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 15 2026; 9am: The Democratic Party is expected to give final approval to its presidential primary calendar, with South Carolina scheduled to be the first on January 22nd. This meeting comes amid growing Democratic optimism about the midterms and surging turnout in recent primary elections. However, the party is also facing internal turmoil over questions about leadership and fundraising. DNC chair Ken Martin, joins “The Weekend” to discuss. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnow TikTok: @theweekendmsnow To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Putin under pressure to unleash even more firepower on Kyiv—and if sanctions have failed for decades, why would Russia be any different? Back home, the Senate tackles college sports while the Save America Act dies on the vine. Plus: are Democratic Socialists hijacking the DNC—or completing a takeover years in the making? And will the WNBA actually allow former NBA first-round draft picks to play in their league?

James and Al cover yesterday's primary results and weigh the influence of Trump and the DSA on their respective parties going into the midterm elections.  Then, they welcome congressional candidate for WI-03, Rebecca Cooke, to discuss the reasons she won her recent primary, her plans to unite the factions of the party into a big tent for the general election, and the effect of big tech on local economies.  Afterward, they are joined by the author of the 2024 Democratic Party autopsy report, Paul Rivera, to explain the findings, take the party and the DNC to task, and lay out the changes the party needs to make going forward.Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you're from! More from James and Al:Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon.Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube.James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room SubstackGet updates and some great behind-the-scenes content from the documentary CARVILLE: WINNING IS EVERYTHING, STUPID by following James on X @jamescarville and his new TikTok @realjamescarvilleGet More From This Week's Guests: Rebecca Cooke: Twitter | Website | Facebook | Instagram Paul Rivera: The Capacity Shop | New Left Accelerator | 2024 AutopsyPlease Support Our Sponsors:Smalls:Get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping and free treats for life, when you head to Smalls.com/WARROOMAqua Tru:Go to AquaTru.com now for 20% off your purifier using promo code: WARROOM3 Day Blinds:For their buy 1, get 1 50% off deal, head to 3DayBlinds.com/WARROOM  Hers W.L.:Ready to reach your weight loss goals? Visit forhers.com/warroom to get personalized, affordable care that gets you.

August 9, 2026In 1971, Daniel Ellsberg leaks Pentagon study on decisions made, and lies told to the public, about events in Vietnam, Richard Nixon, worried that enemies would leak information about his own decision making, organized a unit out of the White House to stop leaks, These “plumbers” spied, lied, and set out to wiretap the Washington DC headquarters of the DNC at the Watergate complex, Five men were arrested for ransacking the DNC's files, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein of the Washington Post broke the story of the White House scheme, The Senate Watergate Committe began nationally televised hearings to investigate, Assistant to the president, Alexander Butterfield, revealed to the commmittee that conversations and phone calls in the Oval Office had been taped since 1971, but Nixon attempted to keep copies from being released to the committee, After Archibald Cox, the special prosecutor, was fired, the new special prosecutor, Leon Jaworski, successfully subpoenaed the tapes, which were damning, In late July 1974, the House Committee on the Judiciary passed three articles of impeachment, An explosive tape was released, showing that Nixon had clearly been central to the cover-up, and a delegation of Republican lawmakers went to the White House to tell Nixon that he must resign or be impeached, He gave a resignation speech that refused to acknowledge any wrongdoing, and his supporters advanced the idea of a “liberal conspiracy” to bring down any Republican president. Watch today's recording here: https://www.youtube.com/live/g9TUa1Rwd6U?si=T8_KKcHQZElhpnZ-Get full, free access to Letters from an American here: https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/subscribeYou can also find me:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hcrichardson.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathercoxrichardson/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/heathercoxrichardson/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@heathercoxrichardson Get full access to Letters from an American at heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/subscribe

In the opening segment, Ben and Ted discuss reports about the DNC’s finances and internal party tensions, including fundraising concerns and leadership challenges ahead of upcoming elections. The conversation focuses on what those developments could mean for Democratic political strategy and organization. Later, Cruz and Ferguson turn to newly discussed materials related to Anthony Fauci’s handling of COVID-19. They argue that diary entries, congressional testimony, school shutdown decisions, and debates over the origins of the coronavirus raise new questions about accountability, transparency, and public trust in government health officials. The episode concludes with a discussion about migration into Spain from Morocco. Cruz and Ferguson compare images from Spain to immigration challenges previously seen at the U.S. southern border and debate what those developments could mean for Europe and the United States. In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson review major political stories from the week, including the Democratic Party’s reported financial difficulties, ongoing debates surrounding Anthony Fauci’s COVID-era actions and testimony, and concerns about migration and border security in Spain and Europe. Topics Covered: Reports of financial strain and internal conflict within the Democratic National Committee DNC fundraising challenges and election-year political implications Anthony Fauci’s congressional testimony and newly discussed diary entries COVID-19 school shutdowns, public health decisions, and accountability debates Questions surrounding COVID-19 origins and gain-of-function research allegations Migration into Spain and comparisons to U.S. border security debates Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson argue that financial instability within the Democratic Party, unresolved questions about COVID-era leadership, and migration pressures in Europe highlight broader concerns about government accountability and border security. The views and conclusions presented reflect the hosts’ analysis and commentary throughout the episode. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.