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Congressman Don Bacon (R-NE) joins Dan to discuss Israel-Iran Tensions, DOJ Investigations, and the LEOSA Act Re-Introduced in House. Also, they discuss the Trump administration's agreement to pay nearly $5M to settle suit over Ashli Babbitt shooting in Capitol.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This information and scripts for emails and phone calls are available here: https://plantnebraska.org/how-to-help/advocacy.html The President's proposed Fiscal Year 2026 “Skinny Budget” threatens to eliminate the U.S. Forest Service's State, Private, and Tribal Forestry (SPTF) programs—a move that would have devastating consequences for communities, volunteer fire departments, landowners, and forests across Nebraska. These programs directly support wildfire prevention, volunteer fire departments, reforestation, community forestry, forest health, and rural economic resilience. Their elimination would leave Nebraska communities without the resources, tools, and partnerships needed to protect lives, property, and the environment. These programs provide funding for various community forestry activities, including: NFS technical assistance to help communities make informed decisions, such as tree inventories, inventory software access, evaluation of at-risk trees, arborist training, municipal staff training, tree board assistance, ordinance drafting, forest management support, and much more. Support for programs like Tree City USA, Tree Care workshops, and events. Arborist support includes low-cost or free CEU trainings and arborist prep. Forest health diagnostics and monitoring. Pass-through funding for initiatives like the Free Tree for Fall Tree Planting program and the IRA. In addition, federal funding provides: Equipment and training for volunteer fire districts Wildfire mitigation funding Forest management activities. You can take immediate action to help preserve these essential programs by: 1. Contact Nebraska's Congressional Delegation Reach out to your Representative and U.S. Senators by phone, email, or letter and urge them to protect funding for SPTF programs in the FY 2026 budget. You can find contact information for Nebraska's federal delegation here: Senator Deb Fischer: https://www.fischer.senate.gov/public/?p=email-deb Washington, D.C. office (202) 224-6551 Senator Pete Ricketts: https://www.ricketts.senate.gov/contact/share-your-opinion/ Washington, D.C. office (202) 224-4224 Find your U.S. House Representative: https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative District 1: Congressman Mike Flood: https://flood.house.gov/contact Washington, D.C. office (202) 225-4806 District 2: Congressman Don Bacon: https://bacon.house.gov/contact/ Washington, D.C. office (202) 225-4155 District 3: Congressman Adrian, Smith: https://adriansmith.house.gov/address_authentication?form=/contact Washington, D.C. office (202) 225-6435 2. Share Your Story When you reach out, please be specific and personal. Share how these forestry programs have made a difference in your life, community, or work. Whether you are a fire chief, city leader, landowner, or citizen advocate, your voice and your experience are powerful. Please consider including: How your community has benefited from SPTF-supported projects or funding. How these programs have helped prevent wildfire or improve forest health. What the consequences would be if this funding is lost.
Today on The Gist we play back a section for our Chuck Todd interview that didn't make it on air and revisit a 2020 interview with Don Bacon. Produced by Corey WaraEmail us at thegist@mikepesca.comTo advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGistSubscribe to The Gist: https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/Subscribe to The Gist Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_gSubscribe to The Gist Instagram Page: GIST INSTAGRAMFollow The Gist List at: Pesca Profundities | Mike Pesca | Substack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send us a textThe Pentagon is embroiled in a crisis of credibility as Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth finds himself caught in a web of contradictions over information security practices. What began as a seemingly straightforward disciplinary action against alleged leakers has evolved into a revealing portrait of double standards at the highest levels of military leadership.When three senior Pentagon advisors—Dan Caldwell, Colin Carroll, and Darren Selnick—were unceremoniously escorted from the building and subsequently fired, they raised a troubling claim: they were never told what specific information they allegedly leaked, nor were they given any opportunity to defend themselves. "We have not been told what we're being investigated for," Caldwell stated bluntly in a follow-up interview, questioning whether a legitimate investigation ever took place.The situation took a dramatic turn when reports emerged that Secretary Hegseth himself had been sharing sensitive operational details about military strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen—not through secure government channels, but in Signal chat groups that included family members. This followed an earlier incident where Hegseth participated in another Signal group that accidentally included a journalist from The Atlantic. Security experts and congressional representatives have expressed alarm, with Rep. Jim Himes highlighting that "preparations for an attack... are to be classified top secret."This controversy strikes at fundamental questions about accountability and equal application of rules. While Hegseth publicly decried leakers and anonymous sources as "hoaxsters," his own information-sharing practices appear to violate the very standards he's enforcing among his staff. Rep. Don Bacon, a Republican and retired Air Force general, described Hegseth's actions as "amateur hour," noting that "Russia and China are all over his phone and for him to be putting secret stuff on his phone is not right."What makes this pattern particularly concerning is how it mirrors broader issues of due process throughout government enforcement. As similar stories emerge from immigration enforcement and other sectors, we're confronted with critical questions about the consistent application of rules and the protections afforded to those accused of wrongdoing.Has our rush to address perceived security threats led us to abandon core principles of fairness? Does the digital age require new frameworks for handling sensitive information? Join us as we explore these pressing questions—and be sure to subscribe for our continuing coverage of this developing story.REAL ID Enforcement Begins - Digital Surveillance COMING SOON?https://youtu.be/ZYBoH35OjXs?si=rEhZWO-h0mU_DwQL Boundless Insights - with Aviva KlompasIn depth analysis of what's happening in Israel—and why it matters everywhere.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show
Democrats are holding rallies across the country urging Americans to resist the Trump agenda. Beto O'Rourke, Doug Jones and Rep. Greg Casar join the Weekend to discuss the role of progressives in the age of Trump. Democratic Rep. Josh Gottheimer and Republican Rep. Don Bacon hope their bipartisan bill will "return Congress' constitutionally authorized role in setting and approving U-S trade policy."
*The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.The corruption of Rome often resulted from the military or public refusing to allow leaders (emperors) or the Senate to restore republican values and liberties that were stripped away by tyrants. Various outside elements sacked Rome physically, spiritually, and morally until nothing was left of its authority. The zealotry which infects the United States from foreign countries and major religions is having the same effect. Democrats target free speech to protect racial groups they believe are inferior to themselves, while Republicans do the same to protect religious groups that believe they are superior to all others. While the former usually have no god, the latter believe that their god gives them the right to destroy human freedom and life. DEUS VULT, a Latin phrase used by Christians during the First Crusade as a battle cry, is being used in 2024 too. It is the rallying cry for Christians to start war with Muslims in defense of Israel; a battle cry for Armageddon; a call to commit mass murder in the name of God even if that means allowing the very people Christians claim defense of to slaughter other Christians. Nothing could summarize this better than Nebraska congressman Don Bacon suggesting that if the choice came down to saving the U.S. or Israel, he would pick the latter. -FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKMAIN WEBSITECashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tst-radio--5328407/support.
I've lost track of how many times Rep. Don Bacon has come on my show to defend himself against angry MAGAs!
John Fawcett breaks down the biggest stories of the day, including the ongoing challenges posed by RINOs, particularly Congressman Don Bacon, who is attempting to undermine Trump's tariff authority, tariff legislation, the responses from various countries, and insights from President Trump regarding the current economic climate.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Financial markets continued their upheaval today after President Trump has doubled down on his tariffs. The S&P 500 was down 0.8% in late trading, following another volatile day. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 563 points, or 1.5%...while the Nasdaq composite was 0.6% lower. This comes as a growing number of Republicans are signing onto bills that would give Congress more power over tariffs. Nebraska Republican Rep. Don Bacon introduced a bill today that would give Congress the authority to approve tariffs. In the Senate, six Republicans have signed onto a companion bill led by Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Maria Cantwell. That bill has prompted a veto threat from the White House. Meanwhile, House Speaker Mike Johnson is publicly sticking by the tariff strategy Tariffs aren't the only issue dividing Congressional Republicans as the revised 2025 Republican Budget resolution is scheduled to hit the floor this week. This is the same bill that the Senate approved in the early hours of Saturday morning. At least three other Republicans have said they will oppose it on the House floor. That comes despite pressure from a Dear Colleague letter from House Republican leadership on Saturday and a private conference call on Sunday. And Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu was at the White House today. It's his second visit since January. He stated that his country will eliminate the trade deficit and trade barriers with the US, and that he hopes Israel can serve as a model for other countries to do the same. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of The Chuck ToddCast, Chuck explores why America is undergoing a major political realignment, and why President Donald Trump's approval rating may never recover following the disastrous rollout of sweeping tariffs.Later, Republican Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) joins the show to discuss the impact of those tariffs on his constituents in Omaha and whether Congress could move to limit the president's tariff powers. They also talk about the need for moral clarity from the U.S. in the Russia-Ukraine war and why abandoning the global order that has benefited America for the past 80 years is a mistake.Rep. Bacon shares his deep concerns about the recent firing of top military and intelligence officials, and they debate whether one—or both—of America's political parties could be headed for a split.Finally, in the “Ask Chuck” segment, Chuck responds to a listener question about Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez outpolling Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer in New York—and whether Democrats should rethink their strategy as a result.Timeline:0:00 Introduction3:15 We're in the middle of a political realignment6:00 What if America was a 4 party system?10:30 Tariffs are Trump's Afghanistan withdrawal - He won't recover from it*16:15 Could the turbulence from the tariff destruction fracture the R party? 17:04 Rep. Don Bacon joins the show!19:42 How will tariffs negatively impact 21:38 Did the White House notify congress before imposing the tariffs?22:45 What is the goal of the tariffs?26:11 Will congress take its tariff power back from Trump?31:42 We need moral clarity in the Russia/Ukraine war34:11 Does Trump have a mobster mentality when it comes to geopolitics?36:27 The last 80 years have been great for America. Why do people think otherwise?38:30 Lack of official US government response to the crisis of democracy in Turkey41:28 Does Rep. Bacon consult with his wealthiest constituent, Warren Buffet?44:02 Concern about firing top military leaders and Laura Loomer's influence 48:59 Could we see a fracture in one or both political parties?55:00 Chuck's thoughts on interview with Rep. Bacon and potential cracks in both of America's political parties57:30 “Ask Chuck” - Does the latest poll showing AOC beating Chuck Schumer by 19 points could cause a change in direction or strategy for the Democrats?(Timestamps may vary based on advertisements)
To discuss the Signal chat on military strikes, Amna Nawaz spoke with Republican Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska. He spent nearly three decades in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as a brigadier general. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
New Liberal Leader Mark Carney meets with the prime minister and Liberal caucus as they decide when he'll take over from Justin Trudeau, and when he could lead the party into the next federal election. Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne says the Liberals should get a mandate from Canadians soon, and a panel of Liberal MPs who called for Trudeau's resignation discusses whether Carney has reunified the party. Plus, Nebraska Republican Rep. Don Bacon breaks down his objections to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada.
House Republicans failed to pass legislation tonight that would keep the federal government running until March, intensifying the threat of a shutdown ahead of tomorrow night's deadline. The Trump-endorsed plan was opposed by almost all Democrats, who are frustrated and angry after Elon Musk and the President-elect tanked an earlier bipartisan deal, as well as dozens of Republicans. But GOP Rep. Don Bacon voted for it and joins AC360 to share why and what could happen next. Plus, how the suspected UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione started the day facing state murder charges and finished it in a federal jail in New York City, facing a federal murder charge that could carry a death sentence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The corruption of Rome often resulted from the military or public refusing to allow leaders (emperors) or the Senate to restore republican values and liberties that were stripped away by tyrants. Various outside elements sacked Rome physically, spiritually, and morally until nothing was left of its authority. The zealotry which infects the United States from foreign countries and major religions is having the same effect. Democrats target free speech to protect racial groups they believe are inferior to themselves, while Republicans do the same to protect religious groups that believe they are superior to all others. While the former usually have no god, the latter believe that their god gives them the right to destroy human freedom and life. DEUS VULT, a Latin phrase used by Christians during the First Crusade as a battle cry, is being used in 2024 too. It is the rallying cry for Christians to start war with Muslims in defense of Israel; a battle cry for Armageddon; a call to commit mass murder in the name of God even if that means allowing the very people Christians claim defense of to slaughter other Christians. Nothing could summarize this better than Nebraska congressman Don Bacon suggesting that if the choice came down to saving the U.S. or Israel, he would pick the latter. -FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEPAYPALCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tst-radio--5328407/support.
Gary longs for the commercials of yesteryear, details his interview with Don Bacon from four years ago, quickly jump to Big East Media Days, look through John's history on Peacock, brutally attack John Fanta, the odd sponsorships at Big East Media Days, Gary asks a food question, we recap the movie Up.
We look behind some of the claims and counterclaims made by Rep. Don Bacon and state Sen. Tony Vargas in their race in Nebraska's Second Congressional District.
Today's 20-min top headline news brief includes: [1:54] -Too old for an all-nighter: President Biden is at Camp David, prepping for the debate. Lara Trump thinks it's going to be a 3 on 1 debate against President Trump. [Rob Schmitt Tonight] [5:53] -Trump Advisor Jason Miller says that their debate decisions show panic within the Biden team.[Newsline] [9:17] -Mitt Romney makes it clear yet again that he does not support Trump, even now that Trump is the GOP nominee. Karoline Leavitt has a rebuttal. [Newsline] [11:38] -Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon on Putin's trip to north Korea: “We better pay attention to this.” [American Agenda] [14:40] -Trump campaign out raised Biden by $60 million last month. [17:29] -Mercedes Schlapp says pilots union should worry about safety, not words as pilots ponder strike over DEI. [The Right Squad] Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media: • Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB • Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter • Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG • YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV • Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX • Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax • TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX • GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, NCBA Senior Director of Government Affairs Sigrid Johannes joins to discuss the Department of Defense's (DoD) plan to fund research on lab-grown protein. NCBA has voiced opposition to feeding our nation's soldiers like lab rats with this untested product. Johannes highlights the work being done by Congressman Don Bacon, a retired Air Force General, to counter this DoD plan and explains how cattle producers can weigh in on this issue as well.
Americans are feeling it in their wallets right now. It's so bad that even liberal outlets like CNN are asking Joe Biden about it. The problem for Democrats is, Biden has no good answer. Jesse Kelly offers his thoughts on this. Plus, legal updates from Josh Hammer and Sarah Parshall Perry, as well as a primary challenger for Rep. Don Bacon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Americans are feeling it in their wallets right now. It's so bad that even liberal outlets like CNN are asking Joe Biden about it. The problem for Democrats is, Biden has no good answer. Jesse Kelly offers his thoughts on this. Plus, legal updates from Josh Hammer and Sarah Parshall Perry, as well as a primary challenger for Rep. Don Bacon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim Miller of The Bulwark surveys the fickleness of centrists whenever Biden does something that makes them angry. State Senator Tony Vargas details his run for Congress against Congressman Don Bacon in Nebraska. Frank Bruni of The New York Times examines his new book, "The Age of Grievance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have a good laugh while you listen to Nicole Mitchell's attorney. Columbia law students want to be given passing grades because they are stressed out from protesting. The Boy Scouts are changing their name. No more boy in scouts.Heard On The Show:Senate ethics panel holds off on Sen. Mitchell investigation to let court case play outRFK Jr. has faced health issues including hepatitis C, mercury poisoning and a dead worm in his brainIlhan Omar hit with censure resolution from Don Bacon over ‘antisemitic remarks' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Have a good laugh while you listen to Nicole Mitchell's attorney. Columbia law students want to be given passing grades because they are stressed out from protesting. The Boy Scouts are changing their name. No more boy in scouts. Heard On The Show: Senate ethics panel holds off on Sen. Mitchell investigation to let court case play out RFK Jr. has faced health issues including hepatitis C, mercury poisoning and a dead worm in his brain Ilhan Omar hit with censure resolution from Don Bacon over ‘antisemitic remarks' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery (USN Ret.) joined Hugh to review the specifics of the National Security Supplemental that passed the House Saturday, plus conversations about the bill with Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska and former Congressman John Campbell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ten years after starting a political wildfire that some say burned Lee Terry, Dan Frei is back to take on Don Bacon.
Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024Today, the Florida Supreme Court has allowed the six week abortion ban to go into effect but has also ruled that abortion access will be on the ballot this november; Jack Smith's response to Judge Aileen Cannon's weird jury instruction order is due; Hope Hicks is expected to testify in the Manhattan DA election interference hush money trial; Truth Social stock tanks after abysmal regulatory filing; a vehicle has rammed into the entry gate of the Atlanta FBI Field Office; Republicans have texted and emailed their way into a big money problem; Rep. Don Bacon says it's possible that Mike Johnson could lose his speakership over Ukraine aid; a third employee of that small newspaper in Kansas has sued over the police raid; a Ted Cruz PAC got over $600K from iHeartradio; new evidence links the Russian GRU to the Havana Syndrome; plus Allison and Dana deliver your good news. Promo Codes:Get 20% off all mattress orders plus 2 free pillows at HelixSleep.com/dailybeans with code HELIXPARTNER20.Florida Supreme Court allows 6-week abortion ban to take effect, but voters will have the final sayTrump's former spokesperson Hope Hicks expected to testify in his hush money trial: Sources - ABC NewsTrump's Truth Social stock tanks after new SEC filings reveal $58m loss in 2023 | The IndependentRep. Don Bacon: 'It's possible' Mike Johnson could lose speakership over UkraineThird lawsuit issue filed following newspaper raid in Marion, KansasCruz PAC got $630K from iHeartUnraveling Havana Syndrome: New evidence links the GRU's assassination Unit 29155 to mysterious attacks on U.S. officials and their familiesSubscribe to Lawyers, Guns, And MoneyAd-free premium feed: https://lawyersgunsandmoney.supercast.comSubscribe for free everywhere else:https://lawyersgunsandmoney.simplecast.com/episodes/1-miami-1985Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Follow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Follow Mueller, She Wrote on Posthttps://post.news/@/MuellerSheWrote?utm_source=TwitterAG&utm_medium=creator_organic&utm_campaign=muellershewrote&utm_content=FollowMehttps://twitter.com/MuellerSheWrotehttps://www.threads.net/@muellershewrotehttps://www.tiktok.com/@muellershewrotehttps://instagram.com/muellershewroteDana Goldberghttps://twitter.com/DGComedyhttps://www.instagram.com/dgcomedyhttps://www.facebook.com/dgcomedyhttps://danagoldberg.comHave some good news; a confession; or a correction?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/From The Good News:NOLA Facehttps://bookshop.org/p/books/nola-face-a-latina-s-life-in-the-big-easy-brooke-champagne/20915463?ean=9780820366531Mis Taconeshttps://linktr.ee/mistaconespdxUpcoming Live Show Dateshttps://allisongill.com (tickets and show dates) Live Show Ticket Links:Chicago, IL https://tinyurl.com/Beans-ChiPhiladelphia, PA https://tinyurl.com/Beans-PhillyNew York, NY https://tinyurl.com/Beans-NYCBoston, MA https://tinyurl.com/Beans-BosPortland, ORhttps://tinyurl.com/Beans-PDXSeattle, WAhttps://tinyurl.com/Beans-SEA Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/OrPatreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts
8am Joe biden faces backlash for aknowledging Trans day of Visibility during easter, and also mentioning to have people reframe having any religous sayings on easter eggs...during easter. A cougar was spotted in Seattle magnolia. The Biden administraion is planning to reintroduce grizzly bears back into the PNW. // Check the Texts: Robert Kennedy Jr's Involvment in the election will take away votes from Biden. Jay Inslee's final bill to ban natural gas is just poor handling of the energy crisis. Introducting grizzlys back into the Enviroment will only affect Washington's Ecosystem. // Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon switches his stance on the impeachment of Joe Biden despite there not being a ton of proof.
Congressman Don Bacon has represented Nebraska's Second Congressional District since 2017. He is running for re-election again this year against Nebraska State Senator Tony Vargas. Today, he recounts his experience during the January 6th attack, why he thinks Republicans should regain control, and what he makes of Donald Trump's enduring influence over the Republican Party. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riversidechats/support
On today's show, Nebraska State Senator Tony Vargas talks with Michael Griffin about the issues on his mind as he runs against Congressman Don Bacon to represent Nebraska's Second Congressional District in the 2024 election. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riversidechats/support
Biden visits Israel and expresses unequivocal support for its government as Palestinian civilians in Gaza face certain death and displacement. "On thin ice": Some Biden administration staffers feel stifled discussing horrors in Gaza. Don Bacon's wife received anonymous texts about warning husband to vote for Jim Jordan. Americans now need to make $114,627/year to afford a median-priced U.S. home.HOSTS: Ana Kasparian (@AnaKasparian)SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE: ☞ https://www.youtube.com/user/theyoungturksFACEBOOK: ☞ https://www.facebook.com/theyoungturksTWITTER: ☞ https://www.twitter.com/theyoungturksINSTAGRAM: ☞ https://www.instagram.com/theyoungturksTIKTOK: ☞ https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungturks
After an eggnoggy toast, we talk about why my son was demonzied last weekend, why Don Bacon is demonized THIS week, and other stuff that doesn't have so much to do with demons.
Ali Velshi is joined by Rep. Don Bacon, (R) Nebraska, Maria Ressa, Nobel Prize winner and journalist, Devlin Barrett, Justice Reporter at The Washington Post, David Graham, Staff Writer at The Atlantic, Fmr. Rep. Charlie Dent Executive Director & Vice President of the Congressional Program at Aspen Institute, Fmr. Gov. Mark Sanford, (R ) South Carolina, Lindsay Dougherty, Vice-President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, and David Polonsky, Award-winning Illustrator of ‘Anne Frank's Diary: The Graphic Adaptation'.
Rep. Don Bacon on if we are going to hit a shutdown, Fed holds rates steady, and are gas prices rising again.
On this week's show Patrick Gray and Adam Boileau discuss the week's security news. They cover: More victims identified in Chinese breach of Microsoft email accounts Cyber Safety Review Board to investigate Microsoft We got some stuff wrong last week More details on Viasat hack revealed Special guest Heather Adkins talks about the CSRB's Lapsus$ report Much, much more This week's show is brought to you by RunZero. Its co-founder HD Moore is this week's sponsor guest. Links to everything that we discussed are below and you can follow Patrick or Adam on Mastodon if that's your thing. Show notes Chinese Microsoft hackers also hit GOP Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska - The Washington Post US cyber board to investigate Microsoft hack of government emails | TechCrunch Richard: "@briankrebs @metlstorm @riskyb…" - Mastodon.Radio Mastodon.Radio An SSRF, privileged AWS keys and the Capital One breach | by Riyaz Walikar | Appsecco Chamber of Commerce urges SEC to delay cyber rule implementation | Cybersecurity Dive Satellite hack on eve of Ukraine war was a coordinated, multi-pronged assault | CyberScoop Microsoft to freeze license extensions for Russian companies Takedown of Lolek bulletproof hosting service includes arrests, NetWalker indictment Ransomware Diaries V. 3: LockBit's Secrets How the FBI goes after DDoS cyberattackers | TechCrunch Meet the Brains Behind the Malware-Friendly AI Chat Service ‘WormGPT' – Krebs on Security Multiple zero days found affecting crypto platforms Lawmakers press FCC for action on Chinese-made cellular modules Panasonic Warns That IoT Malware Attack Cycles Are Accelerating | WIRED Rapid7 to cut 18% of workforce, shutter certain offices | Cybersecurity Dive SecureWorks layoffs affect 15% staff | TechCrunch Researcher says they were behind iPhone popups at Def Con | TechCrunch Review of the Attacks Associated with LAPSUS$ and Related Threat Groups US should crack down on SIM swapping following Lapsus$ attacks: DHS review Kevin Collier: "Def Con is over and nobody hac…" - Infosec Exchange
On this week's show Patrick Gray and Adam Boileau discuss the week's security news. They cover: More victims identified in Chinese breach of Microsoft email accounts Cyber Safety Review Board to investigate Microsoft We got some stuff wrong last week More details on Viasat hack revealed Special guest Heather Adkins talks about the CSRB's Lapsus$ report Much, much more This week's show is brought to you by RunZero. Its co-founder HD Moore is this week's sponsor guest. Links to everything that we discussed are below and you can follow Patrick or Adam on Mastodon if that's your thing. Show notes Chinese Microsoft hackers also hit GOP Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska - The Washington Post US cyber board to investigate Microsoft hack of government emails | TechCrunch Richard: "@briankrebs @metlstorm @riskyb…" - Mastodon.Radio Mastodon.Radio An SSRF, privileged AWS keys and the Capital One breach | by Riyaz Walikar | Appsecco Chamber of Commerce urges SEC to delay cyber rule implementation | Cybersecurity Dive Satellite hack on eve of Ukraine war was a coordinated, multi-pronged assault | CyberScoop Microsoft to freeze license extensions for Russian companies Takedown of Lolek bulletproof hosting service includes arrests, NetWalker indictment Ransomware Diaries V. 3: LockBit's Secrets How the FBI goes after DDoS cyberattackers | TechCrunch Meet the Brains Behind the Malware-Friendly AI Chat Service ‘WormGPT' – Krebs on Security Multiple zero days found affecting crypto platforms Lawmakers press FCC for action on Chinese-made cellular modules Panasonic Warns That IoT Malware Attack Cycles Are Accelerating | WIRED Rapid7 to cut 18% of workforce, shutter certain offices | Cybersecurity Dive SecureWorks layoffs affect 15% staff | TechCrunch Researcher says they were behind iPhone popups at Def Con | TechCrunch Review of the Attacks Associated with LAPSUS$ and Related Threat Groups US should crack down on SIM swapping following Lapsus$ attacks: DHS review Kevin Collier: "Def Con is over and nobody hac…" - Infosec Exchange
The AOC recently co-hosted a panel discussion with the Hudson Institute. Moderated by AOC President Brian Hinkley and Hudson Senior Fellow Timothy Walton, we hear from representatives Rick Larsen from Washington State, Don Bacon from Nebraska, and Chrissy Houlahan from Pennsylvania for an inside Congressional perspective on the EMSO space.As chairs of the Congressional Electronic Warfare Working Group, Representatives Larsen, Bacon, and Houlahan offer their combined expertise on a range of topics, including the defense budget, spectrum sharing, and the microelectronic supply chain.To learn more about today's topics or to stay updated on EMSO and EW developments, visit our homepage.For more information about the Hudson Institute, visit their website.
In today's podcast - Glenn discusses the foot in mouth problems of Donald Trump. First, he talks about Trump's speech at the Road to Majority Conference in Washington where he claimed he has the absolute right to take classified documents because the Presidential Records Act made it legal. On NBC's Meet the Press, Congressman Don Bacon was the only brave voice to claim the emperor has no clothes and said "Sharing classified Iran documents is a crime". Next, Glenn shares Trump's recent social media post where he screams in all caps that Jack Smith is a psycho and deranged and that he should be charging President Biden with some made up crime. Only 6 thousand people reposted it. Is Trump losing his appeal? Then he dissects the audio of the 2021 recording in Bedminster, New Jersey - where Trump talks about his secret documents that were NOT declassified. Trump's violations of our nation's espionage laws were caught on tape in his own voice. Glenn explains how important this is.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In today's podcast - Glenn discusses the foot in mouth problems of Donald Trump. First, he talks about Trump's speech at the Road to Majority Conference in Washington where he claimed he has the absolute right to take classified documents because the Presidential Records Act made it legal. On NBC's Meet the Press, Congressman Don Bacon was the only brave voice to claim the emperor has no clothes and said "Sharing classified Iran documents is a crime". Next, Glenn shares Trump's recent social media post where he screams in all caps that Jack Smith is a psycho and deranged and that he should be charging President Biden with some made up crime. Only 6 thousand people reposted it. Is Trump losing his appeal? Then he dissects the audio of the 2021 recording in Bedminster, New Jersey - where Trump talks about his secret documents that were NOT declassified. Trump's violations of our nation's espionage laws were caught on tape in his own voice. Glenn explains how important this is.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The guys chat with Joe Jordan and Rep. Don Bacon before diving into how different people stay informed with the news. Plus Sound Off and Morning Drive!
EPISODE 227: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:43) SPECIAL COMMENT: Where is the enterprise, where is the daring, where is the simple nerve of Sophie Alexander, International Affairs producer for the UK's SKY News. As Trump is doing the carefully staged man-of-the-people bit, the same act from the day he threw rolls of paper towels to the drowning residents of Puerto Rico, he hops into the Cuban hang-out The Versailles Bakery and all Sophie Alexander did was shout a question at Trump: are you ready to go to jail? “The emperor has no clothes.” Put her in charge of CNN! Plus: "The Emperor Has No Clothes." No, not me. Congressman Don Bacon of Nebraska, as Trump was arrested for the second time in 70 days. “The espionage act has been used to go after traitors and spies.” Again – not me. Trump himself, last night, after prosecutors let him turn yesterday into one long campaign ad. “I certainly won't support a convicted felon for the White House.” Also, not me. Republican Congressman Ken Buck of Colorado, Freedom Caucus member, signatory to the Texas Amicus Brief-Coup Attempt, who ten days ago said the investigations and the lawsuits and the arrests almost gave Trump credibility and he didn't care and who yesterday changed sides. Like Nikki Haley and Tim Scott did. Like a trickle of other Republicans have. It may stop here. If it doesn't, it may stop Trump. I hesitate to even HOPE that this is where enough of the G-O-P breaks to split the party but the last two days have shown what such a split would look like and it is along two simple fault lines: both conceits are wildly untrue but the Republicans think of themselves as the party of law and order, and the party of absolute prioritization of the military and what has been obvious to the rest of us for eight years is suddenly obvious to many in the GOP: Trump believes neither in law-and-order nor the military – Trump believes only in himself. What happens when it's The Troops...or The Trump? B-Block (23:11) POSTSCRIPTS TO THE NEWS: Tommy Tuberville doesn't show up, meaning Dick Durbin can bypass Tuberville's hold on Military Promotions, and Durbin says 'but that wouldn't be playing the game!' And Pat Sajak retires. Good! He's a schmuck! (28:48) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: MSNBC supplants Fox News atop the cable news ratings for the first time in 120 weeks. You're welcome. Vivek Ramaswamy tries to play the crowd at the Trump arraignment. And Doctor/Senator Bill Cassidy posts an umbrage selfie and makes a huge mistake. C-Block (33:40) EVERY DOG HAS ITS DAY: Puppy Simba, on death row at an insanely overcrowded New York pound (34:40) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: The day the president of MSNBC decided to try to chase me around the live studio while his pet project was debuting IN the live story and I had to figure out what to say when I called the cops to tell them he was threatening to kill me.See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
High housing costs not covered by basic allowance for housing and other financial concerns are top of mind for many military families. A new U.S. House of Representatives panel aims to help. Rep. Don Bacon, who is heading the panel, shares what the military community can expect.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.This episode is sponsored by Twelve Million Plus, the new, safe, digital home for the more than twelve million military spouses around the globe. Download the app on Apple or Android mobile devices.
As we approach the one-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Justin sits down with Congressman Don Bacon, a decorated Air Force veteran who represents Nebraska's 2nd District in the U.S. House.Congressman Bacon makes a case for robust U.S. support for Ukraine. He comments on divisions within the Republican Party on this topic, providing insight into how the new House majority will approach governing.More from Congressman Bacon here: https://bacon.house.gov/news/
Now several weeks removed from a prolonged process to pick the next House Speaker, congressional Republicans are forming their committees and rolling out policy priorities. House Ag GOP member Don Bacon joins Newsmakers to discuss the obstacles facing the next farm bill and how he hopes to be involved in shaping it.Then, a panel including Lia Biondo with the U.S. Cattlemen's Association, Geoff Cooper with the Renewable Fuels Association, and Davenport Policy's Bev Paul walk through how the split control and partisan politics of Capitol Hill will shape food and ag policy for the next two years and beyond.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD
Now several weeks removed from a prolonged process to pick the next House Speaker, congressional Republicans are forming their committees and rolling out policy priorities. House Ag GOP member Don Bacon joins Newsmakers to discuss the obstacles facing the next farm bill and how he hopes to be involved in shaping it.Then, a panel including Lia Biondo with the U.S. Cattlemen's Association, Geoff Cooper with the Renewable Fuels Association, and Davenport Policy's Bev Paul walk through how the split control and partisan politics of Capitol Hill will shape food and ag policy for the next two years and beyond.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD
People are draining their savings to try and maintain a standard of living they've become accustomed to. Wandering around Tokyo. Spend-Happy GOP members like Don Bacon are mad they can't blow more of your money. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
EPISODE 107: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:43) Kevin "Oceans 11" McCarthy is overshadowed by The Daily Beast report that CPAC lynchpin and MAGA Caucus inspiration Matt Schapp has been accused of "sustained and unwanted and unsolicited" sexual groping by a man working for Herschel Walker's Senate campaign. The Schlapp story overshadowed what should've been the real headline: Congressman Don Bacon floated, on Fox News no less, a plan to offer the Democrats improved committee ratios and other procedural (but not insignificant) goodies in exchange for support for McCarthy because the GOP is going to have to be bipartisan to get anything done and it might as well start now. (6:00) But at least half a dozen other Republicans stepped on rakes. One of them led to the House breaking out in chants of "Ha-keem Ha-keem" and another is as remarkable a diatribe as I've ever heard in politics. (9:30) I don't put much stock in Ali Alexander, but he accused Marjorie Taylor Greene of an unspecified crime in Georgia and went deeply misogynistic to insult her. Get your popcorn. B-Block (14:20) EVERY DOG HAS ITS DAY: Zsa Zsa in Georgia (15:40) POSTSCRIPTS TO THE NEWS: The January 6 Presidential Citizen Medals vie for news space with a wrongful death suit against Trump, a sexual harassment suit against Rudy, and Prince Harry's Frozen Junk (19:00) IN SPORTS: You can use the word miracle: Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin is moving his limbs and asking for scoreboard updates, and Alex Rodriguez may have gotten caught shoveling about shoveling (21:07) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Conservatives blast Hannity, Bothsidesism in the House, and Joe Rogan is the dumbest guy on the planet. Again. Still. Forever. C-Block (26:47) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: Sunday would've been Elvis Presley's birthday so it's time to play it again: not only did I - at age 18 - actually do a radio commercial for an Elvis Presley Concert that he never lived to see, but the tape of it still exists!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People are draining their savings to try and maintain a standard of living they've become accustomed to. Wandering around Tokyo. Spend-Happy GOP members like Don Bacon are mad they can't blow more of your money. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we are joined by two incredible guests: former Secretary of Defense, Mark Esper, and Congressman Don Bacon of Nebraska's 2nd District.-Dr. Mark T. Esper became the 27th Secretary of Defense in July 2019 when he was confirmed in an overwhelming 90-8 vote by the U.S. Senate in rare bipartisan fashion. Esper went on to successfully lead the Defense Department through an unprecedented time in the nation's history: from conflict with Iran, an ongoing military campaign in Afghanistan, and counter-terrorism operations in the Middle East; to open competition with China and Russia amidst a fundamental shift in the geo-strategic environment; and from the greatest civil unrest and political turmoil America has seen in decades, to a major recession and the spread of a global pandemic the world had not experienced in over 100 years, all while dealing with an unpredictable White House.As Defense Secretary, Esper was responsible for ensuring the United States' national security, protecting the American people at home and abroad, and advancing the country's interests globally. In this capacity, he led the largest and most complex organization in the world given its nearly three million service members and defense civilians, $740 billion annual budget, and trillions of dollars of weapons, equipment, and infrastructure located at 4,800 sites in over 160 countries. Esper's broad scope of responsibilities ranged from organizing, manning, training, and equipping the joint force, to the research and development of future weapons, concepts, and equipment; and from defense trade, diplomacy, and cybersecurity, to healthcare, hospitals, housing, and schools.Dr. Esper made major strides in shaping and implementing the National Defense Strategy, which called for a return to preparing for high intensity conflict in a new era of great power competition principally against China and Russia. To this end, Esper established the Space Force and Space Command, proposed a dramatic change in the size and composition of the U.S. Navy, enhanced the resourcing and operations of Cyber Command, and led a major reform effort that reorganized the department and freed up billions of dollars for higher priorities. He worked hard to strengthen alliances and grow new partners, especially in the Indo-Pacific and Europe, and helped drive a major increase in the readiness and capability of NATO members, all while advancing new warfighting, operational, and readiness concepts in the U.S. military.Esper also oversaw the largest R&D budget in the department's history, drove spending on cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, directed energy, advanced networking, robotics, and hypersonics, and launched the biggest initiative in decades to improve diversity and inclusion in the armed forces.Prior to becoming Defense Secretary, Dr. Esper served as the 23rd Secretary of the Army from November 2017 until June 2019. In this capacity, he was responsible for over 1.5 million active, Guard, and Reserve Soldiers and Army civilians, a budget of $180 billion annually, and all aspects of leading the world's most capable ground combat force. During his tenure, Esper launched a renaissance in how the Service organized, manned, trained, and equipped the force as it shifted its focus back toward large-scale combat operations against great power competitors.Dr. Esper was a reformer who spearheaded an extensive review process dubbed “night court” that reduced organizational inefficiencies and eliminated scores of programs to free up funding for critical modernization initiatives. He also established a new U.S. Army Futures Command designed to improve the Army's acquisition process and bolster its broader effort to field a modern force capable of fighting in all domains. Finally, he directed an overhaul of Army recruiting standards and processes, the lengthening and toughening of Infantry Basic Combat Training, and the development of a new Talent Management system for the service, all while advancing important initiatives for Army spouses and families.-Growing up and working on a farm in Illinois, Congressman Don Bacon learned first-hand how the value of hard work and commitment contributes to the success of a small business. He moved from the family farm to attend Northern Illinois University, from which he graduated with a Bachelors of Political Science in 1984, the same year he married Angie, the love of his life. They have three sons, one daughter, and six grandchildren. One year later, he began his military career by joining the U.S. Air Force and serving nearly 30 years, ultimately retiring as a Brigadier General.During his career in the Air Force, Congressman Bacon specialized in electronic warfare, intelligence and reconnaissance. His career highlights include two tours as a Wing Commander, at Ramstein Airbase in Germany and Offutt Air Force Base in Bellevue, Nebraska; group command at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Arizona; squadron command in Arizona, and expeditionary squadron command in Iraq. In total, Rep. Bacon served 16 assignments including four deployments in the Middle East to include Iraq in 2007 to 2008 during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM.Congressman Bacon's military decorations include the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal, two Bronze Stars, two Legion of Merits, five Meritorious Service Medals, and the Aerial Achievement Medal. Additionally, he was selected as Europe's top Air Force Wing Commander for his time at Ramstein Airbase, as well as recognized as a distinguished graduate of the Air Command and Staff College, Navigator-Electronic Warfare School, and Officer Intelligence School. Further, Congressman Bacon has earned two Masters Degrees, from the University of Phoenix in Arizona and the National War College in Washington D.C.Upon his retirement from the Air Force in 2014, Congressman Bacon served as the military advisor to Congressman Jeff Fortenberry (NE-01), where he specialized in military affairs focusing on Offutt Air Force Base and the Nebraska National Guard. He also was an Assistant Professor at Bellevue University where he taught Undergraduate Leadership along with American Vision and Values (The Kirkpatrick Signature Series), until his 2016 election to Congress, representing Nebraska's Second Congressional District. Presently, Congressman Bacon serves on two committees within the House of Representatives: the House Armed Services Committee, and the House Agricultural Committee.-Connect with us:www.breakingbattlegrounds.voteTwitter: www.twitter.com/Breaking_BattleFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegroundsInstagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegroundsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegrounds This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit breakingbattlegrounds.substack.com
A lot of waves have been made in the past decade regarding student loans and the sometimes predatory nature of higher education. It has become a common refrain among Democrats to support varying degrees of student loan relief and forgiveness, essentially framed as an economic stimulus and a salve for those stuck with crippling debt. Republicans generally find this kind of targeted debt relief to be ridiculous, such as Don Bacon in September lamenting that reducing the debt incurred by young people seeking a degree would be a real problem for military recruitment and retention. Eyes now are on President Biden's promise to forgive up to $20,000 in federal student loans, which has been challenged in court by several states–including Nebraska–and will be playing out over the next several months. Today Matthew Wurstner is back on the show to give an overview of the student loan program, the attempted relief, and the likely outcome in court. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/riversidechats/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/riversidechats/support
GOP Rep. Don Bacon, contender for a tight race in Nebraska, exclusively joins Meet the Press to discuss a slew of October surprises — including a scandal hitting Republican Georgia Senate nominee Herschel Walker's campaign and grim remarks from President Biden about a potential nuclear “Armageddon.” Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) comments on whether Biden is the best nominee for 2024, the party's abortion strategy and concerns about gas prices following the OPEC+ decision. Author and Senior New York Times Reporter Maggie Haberman joins to discuss her latest book, “Confidence Man: The Making of Donald Trump and the Breaking of America'' amidst reports from the DOJ that more documents have not been turned over to the Archives. Yamiche Alcindor, Brendan Buck, Maggie Haberman and Jen Psaki join the Meet the Press roundtable.
Rep. Don Bacon is an American politician and former military officer serving as the U.S. representative for Nebraska's 2nd congressional district. He joins the show to weigh in on the reasoning behind Democrats' spending and energy policies. Fox and Friends co-host, Ainsley Earhardt, is the author of three New York Times bestsellers, including two #1 children's bestsellers. This weekend she will discuss the release of her new children's book. Robert Davi is an actor and director. He OPENS UP about the release of his new film, My Son Hunter - a fictional retelling of the lifestyle and scandals of Hunter Biden. Willie Brown's comedy special titled I'm Beside Myself was just released on Drybar Comedy. Don't miss his hilarious comedy! Grammy-winning Billy Dean is celebrating the release of his album "The Rest of It's Mine" with his first country album launch in a decade. Catch his INCREDIBLE performance on Huckabee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HERSCHMANN SINKS TRUMP A BLOCK (1:45) SPECIAL COMMENT: Eric Herschmann may be today's John Dean. In 2021 he warned Trump to return all the classified documents he took with him. Because Trump ignored his advice that gives prosecutors a smoking gun (3:35) Because the Espionage Act requires the perp to have "WILLFULLY" concealed the stolen secrets (3:50) And 18 US Code 2071 also says any convicted "SHALL BE DISQUALIFIED FROM HOLDING ANY OFFICE UNDER THE UNITED STATES." (4:32) Herschmann has already testified against Trump at the House 1/6 Committee and is to testify to a Federal Grand Jury. (5:31) And Trump's handpicked 'Special Master" Raymond Dearie demands they tell him what Trump claims to have declassified and when, sending Trump's lawyers into a panic (7:53) While Trump is only worried about where Biden sat at Queen Elizabeth's funeral service and even in that, he inadvertently admits Biden is president, and he isn't (9:12) Meanwhile: Told you so: The DeSantis Migrant Kidnapping disaster is being investigated as a crime in Texas. B BLOCK (14:00) EVERY DOG HAS ITS DAY: Colson (15:22) POSTSCRIPTS TO THE NEWS: Sad sack New Hampshire Senate candidate Don Bolduc steps in it; GOP threatening to investigate its beloved U.S. Chamber of Commerce?; And what does TV news do, now that Elizabeth has finally been buried? (18:43) IN SPORTS: Now the Saudi Blood Money Golf Tour sends Greg Norman to DC to lobby on its heinous behalf. (20:50) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: The GOP Congressman who confesses that unpaid student debt is the greatest recruiting tool for the US military, vies with a NYPD Lieutenant with 52 disciplinary allegations, and the Funeral Spider, for the honors. C BLOCK (25:24) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: It's 40 years since CNN let me spend well into three figures to take the three key figures from the Players Union to dinner during the 1982 NFL Strike. I'll even reveal the day a players' negotiator tried to strangle an owners' negotiator.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Don Bacon said the court's decision means a successful day for those fighting for decades to overturn Roe v. Wade.Bacon said he believes life starts prior to 15 weeks of conception but encourages anti-abortion state senators to work with those they may not agree with. Tony Vargas is state senator for the 7th District of Nebraska, which is in the Omaha area. The Democrat U.S. congressional candidate for Bacon's current seat says he stands by women's reproductive rights.Vargas says there's a group of senators that will stand up against abortion bans in the state legislature.
Don Bacon said the court's decision means a successful day for those fighting for decades to overturn Roe v. Wade.Bacon said he believes life starts prior to 15 weeks of conception but encourages anti-abortion state senators to work with those they may not agree with. Tony Vargas is state senator for the 7th District of Nebraska, which is in the Omaha area. The Democrat U.S. congressional candidate for Bacon's current seat says he stands by women's reproductive rights.Vargas says there's a group of senators that will stand up against abortion bans in the state legislature.
It's Blaxploitation time, baby! This week we're joined by the brilliant Don Bacon to discuss this Frankenstein-themed knock-off of Blacula, that features one of the most inscrutable characters we've met yet: Malcolm, the Ultimate Player Hater, as well as one of the most tragic creatures, Eddie Turner. We're also discussing ten-gallon heads and the best talking dog joke you'll ever hear in a Frankenstein movie. NOTE: This episode also contains some thoughtful discussions about race in America, toxic masculinity, the effects of the Vietnam war, and rape culture. We've warned you. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installments. Follow us on Twitter or Instagram @thefrankencast or send us a letter at thefrankencast@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you! Your Horror Hosts: Anthony Bowman (he/him) & Eric Velazquez (he/him). Cover painting by Amanda Keller (@KellerIllustrations on Instagram).
You no doubt know that Alex Burns and Jonathan Martin, both of the New York Times, recently released their new book THIS WILL NOT PASS…chronicling the last few years of our politics…including Trump's time in office, the 2020 election and aftermath, the January 6 insurrection, and the first phase of the Biden Administration. In this conversation, they go deep on many of the stories in their book – including some background and asides not fleshed out in the book and stories you won't have heard from them amidst their recent media blitz. IN THIS EPISODE…Does Donald Trump really think he won the 2020 election or is this all subterfuge to refuse to acknowledge he lost?Which US Senator was prescient in anticipating exactly how Trump would cast doubt on the results post election?Why hasn't President George W. Bush been more vocal against Trump?One Republican Senator who typifies the GOP establishment's difficulty managing Trump?How many Republicans would've impeached and removed Trump were it a secret ballot?Inside Mitch McConnell's decision to back Trump on impeachment…Whose hold on his caucus is more tenuous…Mitch McConnell or Kevin McCarthy…The conventional wisdom of what a post-Pelosi Democratic caucus looks like…Inside the Biden VP process…Inside GOP attempts to woo Senator Manchin to switch parties…Weighing in on rumors Trump flirted with dumping Mike Pence from the 2020 ticket…The backbench Republican Congressman who captured the House GOP sentiment to give Trump a pass for January 6…The Democratic Governor who was one of their favorite interviews…The failed GOP Senate recruit who shows the changing of the guard in the Republican Party…The interview with the House Republican that demonstrates “the beauty of reporting…”…The two colleagues they specifically mention in the acknowledgements…The Southern influence on the New York Times…Off-the-beaten-path political book recommendations from both Alex and Jonathan…AND Air Force One, Lamar Alexander, Don Bacon, Howard Baker, Dean Baquet, Beau Biden, John Boehner, Josh Bolton, Rick Bragg, Mo Brooks, Jeb Bush, Robert Caro, Turner Catledge, Liz Cheney, Chris Christie, Katherine Clark, Hillary Clinton, colonoscopies, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, convenient self-justification, Bob Corker, defied admonitions, difficult truths, Dixiecrats, Duck Run, Tammy Duckworth, Dwight Eisenhower, Facebook, Fox News, Jeffrey Frank, Maggie Haberman, Kamala Harris, Bill Haslam, the House Steering Committee, Sasha Issenberg, Pramila Jayapal, Hakeem Jeffries, Bill Johnson, Jim Jordan, John F Kennedy, Michelle Lujan Grisham, Patrick McHenry, Mt Rushmore, musical chairs, Richard Nixon, Kristi Noem, normie Republicans, Robert Novak, the Progressive Caucus, Howell Raines, real damn Democrats, red carpets, Reservoir Dogs, Campbell Robertson, Karl Rove, Steve Scalise, Brian Schatz, Adam Schiff, Ted Strickland, Gay Talese, Harry Truman, useful fig leaves, JD Vance, Gretchen Whitmer, Roger Wicker, Steve Womack, worry-mongering, Jeff Zients…& more!
Congressman Don Bacon joined Governor Pete Ricketts today to discuss his upbringing, decorated Air Force career, and his opinions on our international relations.
Alisha Shelton is running to represent Nebraska's Second Congressional District in the House of Representatives–a seat currently held by incumbent Don Bacon. Today she talks about what motivated her to run, how her legislative style offers a fresh perspective, and what her vision for America would look like. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/riversidechats/message
Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News and host of “Jerusalem Dateline,” shares the latest on Ukraine and Russia, the U.S./Iran nuclear deal talks, and the Israel Prime Minister's meeting with Putin. Don Bacon, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Nebraska, discusses how the Biden administration has handled foreign policy including Ukraine/Russia and a potential U.S./Iran nuclear deal, the Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee admitting the need to increase U.S. defense spending, and the possibility of a deal between the U.S. and Poland to get fighter jets to Ukraine. Reggie Stoltzfus, Ohio State Representative, details a newly introduced resolution to hold Canada accountable for its religious persecution of pastors. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, talks about Congressional Democrats' efforts to use an omnibus spending bill to promote abortion and a transgender mandate. Trent Franks, co-founder and chairman of Liberty Petroleum, discusses the obstacles to increased production that the U.S. oil & gas industry is facing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support
On today's show: Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News and host of "Jerusalem Dateline," shares the latest on Ukraine and Russia, the U.S./Iran nuclear deal talks, and the Israel Prime Minister's meeting with Putin. Don Bacon, U.S.
Chris Mitchell, Middle East Bureau Chief for CBN News and host of “Jerusalem Dateline,” shares the latest on Ukraine and Russia, the U.S./Iran nuclear deal talks, and the Israel Prime Minister's meeting with Putin. Don Bacon, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Nebraska, discusses how the Biden administration has handled foreign policy including Ukraine/Russia and a potential U.S./Iran nuclear deal, the Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee admitting the need to increase U.S. defense spending, and the possibility of a deal between the U.S. and Poland to get fighter jets to Ukraine. Reggie Stoltzfus, Ohio State Representative, details a newly introduced resolution to hold Canada accountable for its religious persecution of pastors. Travis Weber, FRC's Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs, talks about Congressional Democrats' efforts to use an omnibus spending bill to promote abortion and a transgender mandate. Trent Franks, co-founder and chairman of Liberty Petroleum, discusses the obstacles to increased production that the U.S. oil & gas industry is facing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support
Congressman Don Bacon (NE-2) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) joined the program for a discussion about the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and their votes that helped pass a generational investment in the built environment. Transcript: ACEC: Welcome to the Engineering Influence podcast from the American Council of Engineering Companies. Today, I am very pleased to be bringing you two members of Congress who were instrumental in helping get the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act across the finish line. Congressman Don Bacon, representing Nebraska's Second Congressional District, and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, representing Pennsylvania's First Congressional District, join us today on the show. As a matter of introduction, Congressman Bacon was elected in 2016 and represents Nebraska's second congressional District. Now prior to serving in the House,, Congressman Bacon served as an officer in the Air Force, specializing in electronic warfare intelligence and reconnaissance. He served 16 assignments with the Air Force, including four deployments in the Middle East, including Operation Iraqi Freedom. He retired with the rank of Brigadier General and currently serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Agricultural Committee. ACEC: Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick represents Pennsylvania's First Congressional District. Prior to his election, he served as both an FBI special agent and as a federal prosecutor fighting both domestic and international political corruption and supporting global counter-terrorism and counter-intelligence efforts, including being embedded with U.S. Special Forces as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. In the 117th Congress, Brian was elected co-chair of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus, having previously served as the vice-chair. He is the ranking member on the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Europe, Energy, the Environment, and Cyber, and was appointed by House Leadership to currently serve on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and as a Commissioner on the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, also known as the U.S. Helsinki Commission. Additionally, Congressman Fitzpatrick serves on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, a committee near and dear to our hearts. Thank you both for joining us today. ACEC: I'd like to start off, with Congressman Bacon first, and then Congressman Fitzpatrick. For our audience, who may not be well acquainted with Nebraska or Pennsylvania, can you tell us a little bit about your districts? Congressman Bacon: My district is Omaha and the south suburbs, so we have about 700,000 in about a county and a half, but it's really Omaha suburbs. In the next cycle, with redistricting, I gain another county. It's an urban/suburban community. It's one of the most purple districts in the country, officially R plus one. It's a railroad junction and an interstate junction, so it's very infrastructure intensive. ACEC: And Congressman Fitzpatrick. I have to admit full transparency. I am from Doylestown, Pennsylvania, so I am Bucks County all the way. Of course I remember it fondly as the Eighth Congressional District, but tell us a little bit about the First. Congressman Fitzpatrick: I didn't know you were from Doylestown, but I knew you're familiar with the area. So, the First District is the Philly suburbs. It's all Bucks County, which is the county just to the north of the city line of Philadelphia. The southern part of my district borders the city line of Philadelphia. The entire east side of my district borders, the river, crossing over into New Jersey. And then about 12 percent of my district is the adjacent county to the west Montgomery County. So I have sort of the central part, that's adjacent to Bucks County. Lke Don, we have about 740,000 constituents or so,. We're actually losing a district in Pennsylvania, going to 18 to 17, so my district will grow by about another 40,000 or so., ACEC: Do you think you're going to grow west or north? Congressman Fitzpatrick: There are two maps. The House came out with a map that has me expanding my Montgomery county piece, and the State Senate came out with a map that has me picking up Northeast Philadelphia and also the northwestern part of Montgomery county. So two very different districts, ACEC: But two districts that were rely heavily on our infrastructure and the built environment. One of the things that I think is important to note here--and we hear it from our members, because I think that the way that this bill came to the floor and the way that House Leadership decided to tie the president's larger agenda together and to tie the infrastructure plan to Build Back Better--is that there's some misinformation out there that this is Build Back Better. It's not. This is a separate bill. This is hard infrastructure funding, that's both reauthorized funding and additional funding above that. There's some misunderstandings about the bill. What are the things you're hearing from your constituents that you really want to clarify, or misconceptions that you'd like to dispel? Congressman Bacon: I'll start off. Initially--and I think both Brian and I had this--we heard probably about 90 percent of the criticism was that it was a Build Back Better bill. Folks would say, "Hey, this bill passed amnesty for 11 million adults. You voted to support removing the Hyde Amendment and all the things that are in the Build Back Better bill." And I think we've done a pretty good job of poking that down. Another thing we heard was that only 10 percent of the bill is hard infrastructure, and that is not true. In fact, I've gone through it. I would say 94 percent of that bill is hard infrastructure. The rest of is doing toxic site cleanup on federal lands, which is also needed, by the way. And then we also heard this is a victory for Joe Biden. I think it's a victory for our country, a nd it could have been a victory for Republicans if our leadership would have responded more smartly, just to be blunt about it. Congressman Bacon: And I think the other area, which is more legitimate, is just worries about the deficit, and that's a legitimate area that we could go into. I have some perspectives on it, but those are the main areas of criticism, But early on, it was all Build Back Better. They are two totally separate bills, and which Brian and I both opposed. And in fact, Build Back Better has not passed yet out of the Senate, and it's probably going to be greatly changed by the time it does ACEC: Congressman, what are you hearing from your constituents in Pennsylvania? Congressman Fitzpatrick: Not surprisingly, all of us kind of heard the same thing. Don spelled it up perfectly. People confused and conflating the two different bills, which are two separate distinct bills. How anybody could argue that they're linked is beyond me. First of all, the Senate passed it on August 10th. House Leadership refused to put it on the floor because they weren't linking them, they were holding one hostage for another, and that's very different. But it passed and it's now signed into law, and the Build Back Better programs' fate remains very uncertain, at best. It has not been voted on. It has not been signed into law. A version was voted on in the House, which is dead on arrival in the Senate. That was more or less a messaging bill because reconciliation has to start in the House, so they just sent something over there to start the volley. But these bills are not linked. Congressman Fitzpatrick: In fact, I would submit to you, and you don't need to take my word for this, the moderate Democrat senators who are going to be outcome determinative in what, if any, passes the Senate with regard to reconciliation have told us that the passage of this bill actually will, in the worst case, lower the price tag significantly of the reconciliation bill, if not, obliterate it all together. So that's the reality. And yet there were so many people--and Don knows this--so many people who wanted to vote for this. The reason they didn't was because the politics wouldn't let them. And myself and Don and many of our other colleagues refused to allow politics to dictate how we vote. The easy thing to do would be to vote "No," and just go "Rah, rah, go party," right? That's not what we're about. We came here to help our country. And Don is absolutely right. If this would've been played the right way, this could have been a bipartisan victory altogether, but you can't make policy decisions based on who we win or loses politically. It's gotta be about whether America wins or loses. And if that bill came up tomorrow, I'd vote the same way. Congressman Bacon: Good policy is good politics. And our guys should have thought about that. I think in August, our team could have said, we want this bill on the floor right now, and we could have turned it to our advantage, but we, sort of ceded that. But in the end, infrastructure is needed for our GDP, exports, national security, public safety. and, as you mentioned, we haven't had a major investment in infrastructure in 40 years. And I'm the party of Lincoln? Also the party of the transcontinental railroad? And the party of Eisenhower, who did the interstate system? We should have embraced this. ACEC: That an important point to make. I mean, largely infrastructure investment has been a Republican core issue. It's constitutional, I remember when I was on TNI staff, we had that up there on the right side of the room, where in the Constitution on post roads, the constitutional underpinning for federal investment in infrastructure. And you're right, between the interstate highway system and the like, it's a core issue, and it was unfortunate to see it tied into this. Congressman Fitzpatrick: You hear a lot of talk about the big lie. I say the big lie this month was that only 11 percent of the infrastructure bill was real infrastructure. That is a provably false statement. Why anybody would say that, shame on them. Half of the bill, right off the bat, before we even get into the new parts, half of this bill was a standard five year surface transportation reauthorization, which sailed through the last Congress in 2016, when the GOP held the chamber. This has never been controversial. And the $550 billion supplemental, does so by recapturing unused COVID relief money, recapturing unused state unemployment insurance augmentation--that additional $300 a week that a lot of the state governors returned--and it doesn't open the tax code up at all. And just for comparison, we're talking about $550 billion additional over five years. China last year alone spent $3.7 trillion in infrastructure, outside of China. Outside of their country as part of the Belt and Road initiatives. So no matter how you want to slice this, we should all be focused in on the China issue. And look at it that way as well, because this is an investment in the nuts and bolts of our country. ACEC: You look at the numbers. Let's take Nebraska, for example. In the state, you have over 1,300 bridges and over 1,100 miles of highway in poor condition. You have commuting times going up across the country, Pennsylvania and Nebraska alike. You have money that's going to go specifically to improve surface infrastructure, that's going to improve people's lives, make it easier for economic development, open corridors for development, job opportunities, and growth. In our sector alone, we're looking at about 82,000 in direct employment, new jobs that will be created. And all the tax base that comes from that. If we don't invest in our surface infrastructure, we're we're pretty much shooting ourselves in the foot from a global competitive standpoint. During your discussions with your members and Congressman Fitzpatrick, I know you're part of the Problem Solvers Caucus, and you look at the issues. Did that resonate? Was there an understanding that this does actually create jobs and opportunity? Congressman Bacon: Absolutely. In our district, we have some of the largest trucking companies in the country. We also have the largest railroad company, Union Pacific. In other words, roads, bridges, railroads and very important.And we have the stuff for airports also in there, but I would also suggest that even the things that aren't part of Nebraska are still important for Nebraska. Ports and locks are very important for agriculture exports. We're one of the leading exporters for agriculture. Nebraska is the largest exporter of beef of all 50 states. It's very important to have good ports and locks for the agriculture sector. Congressman Bacon: As I look back, every major industry in Omaha supported this bill. The farm bureau were very much in support. The cattlemen. You had the Chamber, all the building trades were there. It's interesting to have unions and chamber together on this bill. The manufacturers were for it, the equipment operators and the equipment distributors. I can go through every major industry there, and they were supportive of this. But all of them, for the most part, maybe there were one or two exceptions, opposed the Build Back Better bill. So the business leaders and the economic folks, and the labor folks knew the importance of this bill for Nebraska and what means, and I mentioned to our leadership, you're asking us to oppose a bill that every major industry supports. I took two polls, in both around 70 percent of the citizens supported it. I said, we're on the wrong side of this issue. ACEC: Absolutely. And even the funding that's not directly to build roads or to restore bridges, such as resiliency and resilient infrastructure, those are things that also pay dividends into the future. I know anecdotally, you know, there are high rain events up in New York and that goes down the Delaware River and the eastern portion of Bucks County floods. And you have other issues, Congressman Bacon that you experience in Nebraska as well. If we're able to make our infrastructure, not only our surface infrastructure, but our communications and our electrical distribution systems, more resilient, and of course, resilient not just to weather events, but also for cybersecurity, we're going be more secure as a country. Congressman Bacon: Nebraska's rated 48th on rural broadband, so we'll benefit there. We have a lot of lead pipes, so the drinking water infrastructure part was also very important. And so literally these aspects of the bill are very important in Nebraska. ACEC: I think Nebraska is going to get an allocation of a hundred million dollars for rural broadband. That's a significant investment, especially now post COVID, it's not a luxury anymore. It's a requirement, not just for education, but for economic development,, and that's critically important, Pennsylvania, along the same lines, gets about one hundred million for broadband coverage across the state. There are about 394,000 Pennsylvanians who lack access to broadband, so connecting those people is going to be critically important. Congressman Fitzpatrick, I'll start with you. Is there a project in the district, or an area that you would really like to see improved, transportation-wise for your constituents? Congressman Fitzpatrick: Where do we begin? You know our region. The Northeast Corridor has the most infrastructure, the largest infrastructure and also the oldest infrastructure. We're heavily reliant on rail, on bridges, on tunnels, on ports. So certainly there's all of that. Obviously I-95 runs through our district. State routes, like 611, run through our district. But one that not many people realize, bit both me and my brother before me are very focused on the PFAS issue. There is a big PFAS remediation component to this. That's been a huge issue for the central part of our district, the area in and around, the Willow Grove Naval Air Station, where you had these AFFF firefighting foams that have PFAS and PFOA in it that have just wreaked havoc on the water supplies of so many people in that region. A big part of this bill finally addresses PFAS remediation, which was the big component of that problem. So the central part of our district is going to benefit tremendously from this. ACEC: Absolutely. That's been an issue for decades. And finally having that addressed is a significant real-life community improvement. It's going to impact people's lives, without question. Congressman Bacon, for your constituents, what do you see? Congressman Bacon: Well, our constituents are going to see benefits primarily in roads and bridges. As you said, we have 1,300 bridges that are in Nebraska, and some of those are right around Omaha. So the roads, the bridges, the rail, the airport funding is all going to have a direct impact. And of course for the rest of Nebraska, the rural broadband will be there. We have a lot of lead pipes in Omaha that we have to switch out. So there's 200 million to replace the lead pipes for drinking water. And that's also going be a big deal for our district. Congressman Bacon: But as already mentioned, I think more broadly, the ports and locks. They're not connected to Nebraska, but boy they're certainly connected to our economy. And I've got to give a lot of our folks back home this little tidbit on locks. Our locks are 80 to 90 years old. They're a third of the size of Brazil's that they're putting in right now. And we could grow corn and soybeans, beef and pork, more affordably than anybody else in the world, but if you can't ship it and get it to the right place for exports at a competitive price, you're gonna lose that competitive advantage.So if we want to lead the world in exports in these areas, our logistics have to be updated. And so I think more broadly that it's not just what's being put in our, district; it's our economy as a whole that's impacted. ACEC: That's a very good point that you raise. At the beginning of the month, we had a symposium down in Charleston on intermodal and logistics. Essentially dealing with all the supply chain pressures that we're having and experiencing now. The point you raise is a good one. When people of think of ports, you think, okay, you've got Long beach, you've got Charleston, and you have a couple of seaside ports. But you also have your inland ports. You have the importance of having a strong logistics system to actually move goods to market, so farmers in Nebraska can export out from areas on the East Coast. It's critically important. And it helps keep America competitive, and especially competitive in a fairly competitive global agriculture market. Congressman Fitzpatrick, you're a member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. This was, of course, a major accomplishment on that side of the committee's jurisdiction. Coming up, I believe the committee might be considering another Water Resources Development Act bill. What do you see coming up from the committee? Congressman Fitzpatrick: Water is something that they wanted to take on separately for a whole host of reasons. I don't know where that's going to stand now that we just passed a major infrastructure rebuild, if this is gonna be what's next for them or not. I know for Congress as a whole, obviously there are some other things that they're focused on right now. I can tell you our Problem Solvers are very focused on issues regarding the Chinese communist party and issues regarding the semiconductor industry, which is incredibly important. If we fall behind in that industry, we've got major problems going forward. Whoever owns the semiconductor industry is going to own the future. And that's not just with regard to jobs. Literally everything we use is now computerized and digitized, including vehicles, including everything, and we used to produce 35 to 40 percent of the world's semiconductor supply. We're now at 12 percent; Europe is at 8 percent. Asia is 70 percent, and of that 70 percent, 30 percent is in Taiwan. So that's obviously one of the many reasons why we have to keep our eye on the situation over there. Our caucus met with Pat Gelsinger, the CEO of Intel, a great domestic semiconductor producer and manufacturer. And he's begging us, to just allow them to be competitive in this country, both through our tax code, our regulatory code and things like the CHIPS Act, where we're going to infuse and invest in that industry, given how important it is to our future. So that's what I see as coming up next. ACEC: And again there's always an infrastructure angle. When I was with Congressman Schuster back in the ninth district of Pennsylvania, right in the center of the state, we would say, you don't get economic development unless you flush a toilet. You're not going to attract a manufacturing base, unless there is the infrastructure. and not just the surface infrastructure to get employees to their work, but to get distribution there. That's what attracts it. So, if we're able to build out and make it easier for goods to get the market, we might be able to attract more domestic manufacturing and have that stay in the United States. But you're right, tied to that is a favorable regulatory and tax environment. Congressman Bacon, what do you see coming up coming up next? Congressman Bacon: On the infrastructure front, I'll defer to Brian on that, because he's on that committee. For me, I have a lot of infrastructure in the Hass that we have to continue working on. We have five bases that were destroyed through hurricanes or floods or earthquakes. So we're continuing to try to get these five bases back up to speed. So, that's our military infrastructure. But if you look at what we did with this bill, and I've looked at some studies, I think we only bought about half of what we needed to do. It's a good half, and we're gonna work that half and it's going to take four or five years to get this money spent. But we have to realize that we only paid off about half of what it's going to take to get our infrastructure back up to speed. Congressman Bacon: One of the studies I was looking at, and we have to be candid here--and Brian touched on this before--right now we're spending 2 percent of GDP on infrastructure. Europe is at 5 percent, and China is at 9 percent. I think we have to reevaluate how we're going to do this over the long haul. It shouldn't just be a four-year bill, and okay, now we've caught up. I think we probably need to readjust our baseline for what we need to be doing for infrastructure. If you look back over 40 years, for the first 20, we were sort of hanging even, but when you look at the last 20, the gas tax has not kept up with the costs. Inflation has eroded the gas tax revenues, but the roads have gotten more costly to fix. And so, over the last 20 years, we've fallen behind pretty quickly. And so I think we have to reevaluate. What do we want to do to keep up with our infrastructure? We shouldn't just say to put duct tape on it and fix it, but let's find a way to sustain it. ACEC: Absolutely. And then the growth of electric car market, of course that doesn't directly pay into the user fee. And you have to look at different innovative financing tools to do that. Congressman Bacon: Our miles-per-gallon used to be 15 miles per gallon or something. Now a lot of cars, especially with the hybrids it's double or triple that. And so we're bringing in a lot less gas revenue. And you're right, electrical cars are not paying in at all. And our roads and highways, in the meantime, are taking a beating. Amd our bridges. So we've got to figure out how to fix it. ACEC: It's a good thing that we have two good members of Congress who are actually going to be working on the problem, doing the problem solving, and moving good policy forward. And for that, we do appreciate both of your leadership, Congressman Bacon: Brian is our fearless leader on the Problem Solvers. He's Mr. Chairman. Congressman Fitzpatrick: And Don's our fearless leader on Main Street. ACEC: It's nice because we hear so much about discord and disagreement in Congress, but there are members who are focused on tackling the problems that we face and creating solutions. I think that what you mentioned at the outset, that good policy like this should carry a lot of other members to support it. So your leadership is a welcome thing these days. Congressman Bacon: If you read about Abraham Lincoln, he was a big follower of Henry Clay and Henry Clay wanted the American system, which was focused on waterways and roads. And they took a lot of heat from the other party. If you look at the arguments back then, they're almost the same now. Our country needs to be tied together well, and again, it's all about interstate commerce. ACEC: I do appreciate your time today. It's getting close to the Christmas season, and everybody's trying to get their last things done and votes in, so I do appreciate it. Thank you very much for supporting the legislation. Of course, the engineering industry is very interested in getting to work on delivering on the funding that's been passed in the bill. And I do appreciate both of your time today. Thank you. And again, this has been the Engineering Influence podcast from the American Council of Engineering Companies. We'll see you real soon.
A live audience interviews U.S. Congressman Don Bacon, a decorated veteran and member of the House Agriculture and Armed Services Committees, about the U.S. food supply, technology, and national security. Find more (including how to join us live) at PM101.live
Ali Velshi is joined by defense attorney Danny Cevallos, former federal prosecutor Paul Butler, retired Police Captain Sonia Pruitt, Congresswoman Gwen Moore, Congressman Don Bacon, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah Jones, Dr. Nahid Bhadelia, Republican strategist Rick Tyler, The Washington Post's Eugene Scott, and NBC's Antonia Hylton, Meagan Fitzgerald, and Liz McLaughlin.
Congressman Don Bacon grew up on a farm in Illinois, went to college, entered Officer Training School in the United States Air Force, and rose through the ranks to become a Brigadier General.This episode examines the early life of Congressman Bacon, and how lessons growing up help shape a distinguished career in the military. They discuss his farm chores, school at a early age, his pig tonsil story, and how his uncle was a positive role model that served him well later as a military commander. Sam and the Congressman discover their similarities; primarily parking preferences, grease guns, and admiration for General Ulysses Grant. They conclude the podcast discussing leadership. Support the show
This week on The Liberty Cast, Big E addresses the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse and some of the key takeaways so far, some of the highlights or lowlights depending on your point of view of the oral arguments in NYSRP v. Bruen. Chicago reinstates a blatant infringement on your rights in defiance of a state supreme court ruling. And the fifth circuit court blocks the Biden administration from implementing their ridiculous jab mandate. He gets in to all of that and much more!! Don't miss it!!SUBSCRIBE: ApplePodcasts | iHeartRADIO | Spotify | Spreaker | AndroidGrosskreutz admits Rittenhouse shot him in self defense.Transcript of oral arguments in NYSRPA v. Bruen.Cook County reinstates unconstitutional tax on guns and ammunition.Thirteen RINOS stabbed us in the back, again.Biden threatening to shut down a pipeline heading in to winter. Good plan.
This week on The Liberty Cast, Big E addresses the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse and some of the key takeaways so far, some of the highlights or lowlights depending on your point of view of the oral arguments in NYSRP v. Bruen. Chicago reinstates a blatant infringement on your rights in defiance of a state supreme court ruling. And the fifth circuit court blocks the Biden administration from implementing their ridiculous jab mandate. He gets in to all of that and much more!! Don't miss it!!SUBSCRIBE: ApplePodcasts | iHeartRADIO | Spotify | Spreaker | AndroidGrosskreutz admits Rittenhouse shot him in self defense.Transcript of oral arguments in NYSRPA v. Bruen.Cook County reinstates unconstitutional tax on guns and ammunition.Thirteen RINOS stabbed us in the back, again.Biden threatening to shut down a pipeline heading in to winter. Good plan.
Felix Ungerman is the Deputy Chief of Staff for Congressman Don Bacon and a veteran of the war in Afghanistan himself. He's spent the past several months doing what he can to help Afghans with ties to Nebraska get out of the crumbling country. He said the biggest challenge has been helping people who don't have documentation to prove who they are.
Congressman Don Bacon said Wednesday he's never been angrier with a President as an adult as he is with the way the Afghanistan withdrawal was handled by the Biden Administration. The Republican from the Omaha area has been part of several days of hearings reviewing what went wrong.
The longest-running farm program in West Texas, the AgriBusiness Report is our daily interview program with decision-makers in the world of Agriculture. Today's guest are House Ag Committee members Rep. Jim Hagedorn and Rep. Don Bacon.
Today on Midday: In Ag Weather, Paul explains when a brief warming trend begins. *Chad visits with state climatologist, Al Dutcher. *Jayson previews a big weekend matchup for UNK football. *Ellen steps in for News. *Susan visits with state congressman Don Bacon. *Dave has the Business Report. *Alex has this weeks Friday's in the Field. Ryan Pekarek of Pekarek's Produce near Dwight joins us one final time for Fridays in the Field. He shares about pumpkins and what their operation does during the fall and winter months. *Clay wraps up Midday with John Payne. Listen to KRVN Midday, updated each day after 1:30 pm (CTS)!
A suicide bomber reportedly killed civilians and injured U.S servicemen outside the Kabul (Kah-bull)l airport in Afghanistan today (Thursday). As the August 31st. deadline for a withdrawal of US troops approaches, the situation in the country seems to be becoming more desperate every day. I talked to Congressman Don Bacon about the ongoing evacuation, how the effectiveness of nation-building, and whether the US will ever recognize the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan.
A suicide bomber reportedly killed civilians and injured U.S servicemen outside the Kabul (Kah-bull)l airport in Afghanistan today (Thursday). As the August 31st. deadline for a withdrawal of US troops approaches, the situation in the country seems to be becoming more desperate every day. I talked to Congressman Don Bacon about the ongoing evacuation, how the effectiveness of nation-building, and whether the US will ever recognize the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan.
Don Bacon, U.S. Representative for the 2nd District of Nebraska, retired Brigadier General, and member of the House Armed Services Committee, discusses President Biden's foreign policy as well as the Taliban's sweeping territorial gains across Afghanistan. Connor Semelsberger, FRC's Director of Federal Affairs for Life and Human Dignity, shares the highlights from the U.S. Senate's vote-a-rama. Dr. Michelle Cretella, Executive Director of the American College of Pediatricians, talks about the American Academy of Pediatrics refusing to allow doctors who question transgender orthodoxy to set up a booth at their annual conference. Victoria Cobb, President of Family Foundation, urges parents to rally as the Loudoun County School Board prepares to vote on a transgender policy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support
The guys talk with Wendy Birdsall for the first time since her retirement announcement, Joe Jordan about storm power outages and challengers to Rep. Don Bacon, and John Baylor talks Huskers on Team USA Volleyball. Plus the Sound Off, Morning Drive, and defining regions of the city
Ali Velshi is joined by Jennifer Weisselberg, Congressman Bennie Thompson, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill, Congressman Pete Aguilar, Congressman Don Bacon, PBS Washington Week moderator Yamiche Alcindor, former U.S. attorney Joyce Vance, The 19th Editor-at-Large Errin Haines, The Rachel Maddow Show producer Steve Benen, President and CEO of the National Women's Law Center Fatima Goss Graves, and President and CEO of the National Constitution Center Jeff Rosen.
WHAT: The Nebraska Poor People's Campaign holds news conference(s) at the offices of Representative Don Bacon and Representative Adrian Smith to demand that they embrace the Third Reconstruction resolution to end poverty and low wages in this country. Emerging from the pain and organizing power of the 140 million people living in poverty or with low wages in this nation, the congressional resolution for a Third Reconstruction reflects an omnibus vision for a fundamental restructuring of society that lifts from the bottom. The nonpartisan resolution is a response to years of movement building to create the collective resolve necessary to implement real and transformational legislative action. WHO: The Rev. Victoria Parker-Mothershed, Nebraska Poor People's Campaign coordinating committee Theomusicologist, and impacted testifier speaking about the injustice of our medical system. Angela Montalvo, Nebraska Poor People's Campaign coordinating committee tri-chair and impacted testifier speaking about military injustice. The Rev. Lisa Hadler, Nebraska Poor People's Campaign coordinating committee tri-chair offering prayer. More directly impacted people sharing their stories. WHEN: June 7, 2021, 11 a.m. CT/10 a.m. MT, and 2 p.m. CT/1 p.m. MT for the national online program WHERE: Office of Don Bacon, 13906 Gold Circle, Suite 101, Omaha. Office of Adrian Smith, 1811 West Second Street, Suite 275, Grand Island Additional speakers online at www.facebook.com/NebraskaPPC. National program online at www.3rdReconstruction.org at 2 p.m. CT/1 p.m. MT. WHY: Drawing on the transformational history of the First Reconstruction following the Civil War and the Second Reconstruction of the civil rights struggles of the 20th century, the Third Reconstruction is a revival of our constitutional commitment to establish justice, provide for the general welfare, end decades of austerity, and recognize that policies that center the 140 million are also good economic policies that can heal and transform the nation. This resolution recognizes that in order to build a true Third Reconstruction we must simultaneously deal with the interlocking injustices of systemic racism, poverty, ecological devastation and the denial of health care, militarism and the distorted moral narrative of religious nationalism that blames the poor instead of the systems that cause poverty. We are building to June 21, when we will hold a National Poor People's and Low-Wage Workers Assembly, which will be held online and at a socially distanced rally in Raleigh. The Poor People's Campaign then launches a one-year campaign toward a Moral March on Washington and Poor People's & Low-Wage Workers Assembly on June 18, 2022, in Washington, D.C. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/midwest-misfits/support
Rep. Don Bacon, retired Brigadier General and member of House Armed Services, weighs in on the Biden administration's approach to foreign policy, national security, immigration, and border security. George Barna, FRC's Senior Research Fellow with the Center for Biblical Worldview, shares what inspired him to get into the research field and how his faith inspires his work. David Closson, FRC's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, discusses what it means to have a biblical worldview and celebrates the launch of FRC's Center for Biblical Worldview. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support
On today's show, guest hosted by Joseph Backholm: Rep. Don Bacon, retired Brigadier General and member of House Armed Services, weighs in on the Biden administration's approach to foreign policy, national security, immigration, and border security;
U.S. Congressman Don Bacon shares what life experiences have pushed him to become a strong and successful leader. The Congressman also shares with us how bi-partisan minded thinking can help propel this country forward instead of divide it.
Moms for American president Kimberly Fletcher discusses what she saw at the Capitol during that infamous day last week. Then, Congressman Don Bacon talks about why he didn't vote for impeachment.
Congressman Don Bacon, member of the House Armed Services Committee, joins host Ken Harbaugh for a conversation about the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act. Rep. Bacon is a retired Air Force brigadier general and representative for Nebraska's second congressional district. He is a co-founder and co-chair of the For Country Caucus and is a member of the House Armed Services Committee. Learn more about Rep. Bacon on his website and find him on Twitter at @RepDonBacon. Learn more about the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act here.
After discussing the finer points of discrimination in its many forms, Congressman Don Bacon joins the program to talk about removing Confederate names from American military installations.
Now, we're keeping businesses and schools closed until there's a VACCINE?!? Also, the coronavirus is racist, porn stars say they can help get us out of this shutdown, and Rep. Don Bacon joins us to address piling unemployment and debt.
Congressman Don Bacon represents Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District. In this episode of the Code Red podcast he discusses everything from Iran's continued aggression in the Middle East to the impeachment saga going on in Washington.
Congressman Don Bacon says House Democrats are moving to an impeachment inquiry of Preesident Trump without waiting for facts. He says this will just further tear the country apart and distracts Congress from doing the business of the country.
Congressman Don Bacon stopped by to explain why a great trade deal for the U.S. with Mexico and Canada should be a top priority when Congress returns to Washington but is being held up by House Democrats. He also discusses debate over more complete background checks for gun buyers.
Congressman Don Bacon is also a retired Air Force General, and supports President Trump's decision to pull back from a retaliatory strike against Iran after Iran shot down a U.S. drone. But Bacon warns that stronger sanctions are a good plan and Iran can only go so far until military action will be required.
Omaha area congressman Don Bacon tells us what the U.S. House has done and may still do in response to Iowa Congressman Steve King's comments to the New York Times that many have said were racist.
Facing his first day as a member of the minority party in the U.S. House, Congressman Don Bacon talks about his goals, but recognizes things will be tough with a House led by Democrats with a leftist agenda.
Congressman Don Bacon tells us that a failure to pass a spending bill that includes money for border security and a border wall is imperative right now. As of January 3rd, Democrats will take control of the House and Bacon says proper funding of the border wall will be virtually impossible at that point.
Second district congressman Don Bacon sums up his pitch for re-election to a second term in the U.S. House. (NOTE: A offer was extended to his Democratic challenger Kara Eastman to also make a pitch to KFAB listeners, but her campaign advised us that she was not available.)
It seems there's bipartisan agreement: Obamacare has failed. But what to do about it doesn't even have agreement within the Republican party. Congressman Don Bacon addresses this, and a variety of other topics.
Rep. Don Bacon joins me in the studio to discuss, just after China hikes tariffs in response to the President's actions.
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