Podcasts about Election day

In this video, we break down the major January 14, 2026 Supreme Court decision in Bost v. Illinois State Board of Elections — a 7-2 victory for election integrity and candidate rights.The Court ruled that political candidates, like Illinois Republican Congressman Mike Bost, have Article III standing to challenge state election laws governing how votes are counted in their races — even before proving specific harm to their electoral chances. This reverses lower court dismissals and remands the case for further proceedings.At issue: Illinois law allows mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day to be received and counted up to two weeks later. Bost argued this violates federal statutes setting a uniform Election Day for federal elections.Chief Justice Roberts, writing for the majority, emphasized candidates' concrete interest in the integrity of vote-counting rules and the democratic process. The decision could open the door to more pre-election challenges nationwide, helping resolve disputes before votes are tallied and reducing post-election chaos.A big step forward for transparency and accountability in our elections. What do you think — will this lead to fairer processes or more litigation? Drop your thoughts below, like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more updates on SCOTUS, self-defense, and the law! #ElectionIntegrity #SCOTUS #BostvIllinois

Dear Mr. Baker,I am but one in a sea of many Americans viewed as a threat to the established order. I was once a part of that order. I helped build it. It would turn out I couldn't survive because I couldn't follow the rules of thought and speech that are mandated by everyone on the Left, especially those at the New York Times.It's personal, you see. I used to believe that if all I did was read Page One of the New York Times, I'd be well-informed. Brainwashed is more like it.It's easy to spot the bias now where it wasn't before. For instance, this was the New York Times on January 12th, and one of the strongest activists for the Democrats pretending they're pushing some sort of objective conclusion on X.But that's just another day at the New York Times. I know you didn't write this piece, Michelle Goldberg did, but it is worth mentioning as an aside that no, the “resistance libs” were not right. They were never right. I was one of them until I wasn't. It's been an ugly road out of the Doomsday Cult of the Left, but now, I live free as an exile.We were never the “resistance.” We were always the empire. We colonized the internet, after all, and, together with Barack Obama, the rise of Silicon Valley, social media, and the iPhone, as society migrated online, we were in control of all of it.But that's a story for a different time, Mr. Baker. This letter is much more urgent regarding the matters at hand. Your “analysis” and observation about Trump and protests is so wildly off base, a complete distortion of reality, that I felt compelled to write you this letter. You wrote:You write:President Trump had a ringing message of solidarity on Tuesday for demonstrators in the streets. “KEEP PROTESTING - TAKE OVER YOUR INSTITUTIONS!!!” he wrote on social media. He decried “the senseless killing of protesters,” and added that those pulling the triggers “will pay a big price.”He meant the protesters in Tehran, not Minneapolis. By contrast, the people in the streets of Minnesota, he wrote just 63 minutes earlier, were “anarchists and professional agitators” trying to cover up a fraud scandal. He vowed that “THE DAY OF RECKONING & RETRIBUTION IS COMING!”The eruption of protests on opposite sides of the planet at this moment in history has brought Mr. Trump's views of democracy and popular dissent into stark relief. The situations in Iran and Minnesota, of course, are different and complicated, but the president's rule of thumb seems simple enough: Those who take to the streets supporting a cause he favors are laudable heroes. Those who take to the streets to oppose him are illegitimate radicals.I read this, and my jaw dropped open, Mr. Baker. Where have you been for the past five years as we watched a split screen of protests in the Summer of 2020 and then on January 6th? Are you actually saying that you at the New York Times and anyone on the Left saw these things as comparable? Democracy and popular dissent in stark relief, boy, I couldn't have said it better myself.Tell me this is satire. Tell me you do not live in such an isolated bubble that you can't possibly see the blatant hypocrisy here? The treatment of these two events was very different and will be written about in opposite ways in history books forever. One will be seen as heroic and democracy in action, and the other, as dangerous. An insurrection in action. People like me were pulling our hair out, not because we would justify the riot at the Capitol, but because all of you said nothing about what happened in the Summer of 2020, a year that broke America and broke me.It wasn't only your paper that lied that Trump “incited” a mob to storm the Capitol and that it was a threat to “democracy.” That was the narrative pushed by every legacy media outlet, with no kind words for the protesters who were also doing what protesters do - getting angry and having their voices heard by a government and a culture that had demonized them, dehumanized them, and abandoned them. Trump included.The Democrats put up a Green-Zone-like fence around the Capitol. Ordinary Americans had their doors kicked in as the FBI hauled them off to jail. Anyone who even attended the “mostly peaceful” protest on January 6th was called an “insurrectionist” and “election denier,” and anyone who dared to question the 2020 election or who voted for Trump was inspected under a microscope by you all as some kind of insect or insurgent terrorist. Vice President Kamala Harris likened it to 9/11 and the attack on Pearl Harbor. These were American citizens, many of whom had been on lockdown, their businesses destroyed after COVID, and had watched the absurd events of 2020 play out. Masks, no masks, “systemic racism was more urgent than COVID,” then the pivot back to COVID, changing election rules, preventing people from gathering and thus, preventing campaigning, a surge of mail-in voting that won the election all before Election Day, a revolution in the streets that almost no one in the mainstream was even talking about once they got really bad, lest they hurt the Democrats.Oh, I know the game. I know we're all supposed to see the Trump supporters as racists, angry that Black and Brown people were in government, a second Confederacy flying their Dixie flags on January 6th, and that the protests over the Summer were about racial inequality and therefore justified. But here's the thing about democracy. You don't get to decide. We either all have the same rights or we don't have a democracy.There was nothing in your coverage, or the Liz Cheney show trial, that was, in any way, fair to the Americans who protested that day, and even to Donald Trump, who had a right to have their voices heard. No, they didn't have the right to riot. Ashli Babbitt lost her life over it, and then her memory was dragged through the mud by all of you.Here is how the Times covered Ashli Babbitt:And here is how they covered Renee Good:You see, one is treated like human garbage, and the other is treated like a hero. So just say it. Just admit that this has become a two-tiered society, you are among the ruling class, and the underclass has none of the same rights. You will decide they are “racists” and thus have no real stake in what happens in this country, even when they win the popular vote. Now that the protests in Minneapolis are violent, as violent as, if not more so than, January 6th, still you say nothing and pretend they are fighting the good fight. What has changed in ten years? Nothing except the Democrats failing to address the problem, allowing millions to flood over the border, and shaming Americans for caring about it. It's a sickness on the Left by now, a reality distortion that spilled out into real-world violence. Just look at what happened at Evergreen College. These students believed they were protesting “racism” at one of the most liberal colleges in America. Why? Because Bret Weinstein did not think it was right that white people should be asked to leave the campus on a “day of absence.”This kind of strange, new, justified violence by people who don't live in the same reality as the rest of us has become the new normal on the Left, backed up by all of you. How dare you compare them to the protesters in Iran? Complicated, you say? Oh, it's way beyond that. Pampered, privileged, bored white women and bratty college kids attacking ICE are, in no way, risking their lives. Yes, if you attack a police officer or an ICE officer, you are risking your life. Every American knows that if they live in the real world. In Iran, you are risking your life just for standing there and protesting peacefully, or speaking out of turn, or anything they decide is a crime punishable by death, which include adultry, dissent against the government, and blasphemy. At the New York Times, you want the tragic death of Renee Good to be the symbol for protesters dying at the hands of the regime, but, as usual, it is not the truth. That won't stop you from perpetuating the mass delusion and injecting it into the veins of your already unhinged readership.Here is Page One of the New York Times today. Every headline is about Renee Good. That is still the most important news of the day, even as hundreds, maybe thousands of Iranians are slaughtered.Followed by non-stop negative Trump coverage:The protests in Minneapolis are not against ICE. They are against democracy. The wrong people won the election, and that means the Left throws a fit. They've been throwing fits for ten years, starting in 2015 when they attacked a group of Trump supporters in California, calling them “racists,” because all of you sold them that lie. The violence continued on through Trump's inaugural and protests all through his first term. The Summer of 2020 was the biggest by far in modern American history, yet the legacy media, your paper, Mr. Baker, did not capture the truth of what happened. The baby tyrants who run your newsroom insisted the one op-ed by Tom Cotton, Send in the Troops, was itself violence and that caused the resignation of Bari Weiss and James Bennett, a shamefulprotst moment that should live on in infamy if people tell the truth. The Left's protesting now says one thing: Do what we want, or else. That is, Mr. Baker, closer to fascism than Trump will ever be. // This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.sashastone.com/subscribe

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Drama in the Snow: Election Day Mystery Unraveled Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-17-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Snøen la seg tykk og hvit over den lille byen.En: The snow lay thick and white over the small town.No: Det var valgdagen, og hele byen hadde møtt opp ved det lille rådhuset for å avgi stemmene sine.En: It was election day, and the entire town had gathered at the small rådhus to cast their votes.No: Inne i bygningen var det varmt, en betryggende kontrast til vinterkulden utenfor.En: Inside the building, it was warm, a comforting contrast to the winter cold outside.No: Lars, en ivrig valgmedarbeider, sjekket listene.En: Lars, an eager election worker, checked the lists.No: Han var nervøs.En: He was nervous.No: Denne gangen brydde han seg mer enn vanlig da en han kjente stilte som kandidat.En: This time he cared more than usual because someone he knew was running as a candidate.No: Blant folkemengden var Ingrid, en lokal journalist med egne mål.En: Among the crowd was Ingrid, a local journalist with her own goals.No: Hun speidet etter den minste antydning til uregelmessighet.En: She was looking for the slightest hint of irregularity.No: Mens Lars gikk rundt og observerte, la han merke til en liten anspent stillhet ved stemmeboksene.En: As Lars walked around observing, he noticed a little tense silence at the voting booths.No: Han stakk innom der, og til sin forskrekkelse oppdaget han at en stemmeboks manglet!En: He stopped by there, and to his horror, discovered that a ballot box was missing!No: Stresset steg.En: The stress rose.No: Hele valget kunne bli kompromittert.En: The entire election could be compromised.No: Lars visste han trengte hjelp.En: Lars knew he needed help.No: I skjul hvisket han til Ingrid om situasjonen.En: In secret, he whispered to Ingrid about the situation.No: Hennes øyne lyste opp av nysgjerrighet og bestemthet.En: Her eyes lit up with curiosity and determination.No: Sammen begynte de å undersøke, stille spørsmål til de som hadde vært til stede.En: Together they began investigating, quietly questioning those who had been present.No: Kjetil, en stille frivillig som hadde tjent i mange år, ble plutselig nevnt flere ganger.En: Kjetil, a quiet volunteer who had served for many years, was suddenly mentioned several times.No: Han hadde vært rundt stemmeboksene hele dagen, men ingen hadde sett ham de siste timene.En: He had been around the voting booths all day, but no one had seen him in the past few hours.No: Lars og Ingrid la en plan; de måtte finne ham.En: Lars and Ingrid made a plan; they had to find him.No: Deres tålmodige etterforskning førte dem til lagerrommet i kjelleren av rådhuset.En: Their patient investigation led them to the storage room in the basement of the rådhus.No: Der inne fant de Kjetil, med den manglende stemmeboksen i hånden.En: Inside they found Kjetil, with the missing ballot box in hand.No: Lars sukket lettet, men før han kunne si noe, forklarte Kjetil seg.En: Lars sighed with relief, but before he could say anything, Kjetil explained himself.No: Han hadde ikke stjålet boksen.En: He hadn't stolen the box.No: En fremmed hadde virket mistenkelig tidligere, og Kjetil hadde handlet raskt for å hindre mulig sabotasje.En: A stranger had seemed suspicious earlier, and Kjetil had acted quickly to prevent possible sabotage.No: Med situasjonen avklart, gikk de opp sammen.En: With the situation clarified, they went upstairs together.No: Valget kunne fortsette uten flere forstyrrelser.En: The election could continue without further disturbances.No: Publikum ble uvitende om dramaet som nettopp hadde utspilt seg.En: The public remained unaware of the drama that had just unfolded.No: Da kvelden falt, og folk begynte å dra hjem, kjente Lars en varm takknemlighet for Ingrid og Kjetil.En: As evening fell, and people began to head home, Lars felt a warm gratitude for Ingrid and Kjetil.No: Han innså at han ikke kunne gjøre alt alene og at samarbeid ofte var nøkkelen til å løse problemer.En: He realized that he couldn't do everything alone and that collaboration was often the key to solving problems.No: Det var ikke bare en seier for favorittkandidaten hans, men en seier for fellesskapet.En: It was not just a victory for his favorite candidate, but a victory for the community. Vocabulary Words:thick: tykkgathered: møtt oppcontrast: kontrasteager: ivrighint: antydningirregularity: uregelmessighettense: anspenthorror: forskrekkelsecompromised: kompromittertcuriosity: nysgjerrighetdetermination: bestemthetinvestigating: undersøkequestioning: spørsmålvolunteer: frivilligstorage room: lagerrombasement: kjellerensuspicious: mistenkeligsabotage: sabotasjeclarified: avklartdisturbances: forstyrrelserunaware: uvitendegratitude: takknemlighetcollaboration: samarbeidsolving: løsevictory: seiercommunity: fellesskapetjournalist: journalistballot: stemmeboksnervous: nervøsinvestigation: etterforskning

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Unveiling the Mystery at Københavns Community Center Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-01-17-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Københavns samfundscenter var fuld af travlhed denne vintermorgen.En: Københavns community center was full of activity this winter morning.Da: Sneen dalede blidt udenfor, mens folk strømmede ind for at afgive deres stemmer.En: The snow was gently falling outside while people streamed in to cast their votes.Da: Anders var allerede på plads, iført en tyk sweater og med næsen nærmest begravet i en liste af dagens opgaver.En: Anders was already in place, wearing a thick sweater, his nose almost buried in a list of the day's tasks.Da: Hans største mål var at sikre, at alt gik glat.En: His main goal was to ensure everything went smoothly.Da: Han var opmærksom på hver detalje og gik metodisk til værks.En: He was attentive to every detail and proceeded methodically.Da: Han kunne høre de knirkende gulvbrædder under vægtene af de mange skosåler, som mindede ham om den store opgave, de havde foran sig.En: He could hear the creaking floorboards under the weight of the many shoe soles, reminding him of the big task they had ahead.Da: Imens stod Mette i køen, tålmodigt betragtende.En: Meanwhile, Mette stood patiently in line, observing.Da: Hendes skarpe øje fangede tit detaljer, som andre overså.En: Her keen eye often caught details that others overlooked.Da: Da hun nærmede sig stemmeboksen, bemærkede hun noget usædvanligt.En: As she approached the voting booth, she noticed something unusual.Da: Mellem de mange stemmesedler fandt hun en lille seddel.En: Among the many ballots, she found a small note.Da: Den var ikke som de andre.En: It was not like the others.Da: Hendes nysgerrighed blev vakt.En: Her curiosity was piqued.Da: Uden at vække opsigt viste hun Anders den mærkelige seddel.En: Without attracting attention, she showed Anders the strange note.Da: "Sikkerhedsbrud!"En: "Security breach!"Da: hviskede Anders panisk og sikrede, at ingen andre så noget.En: Anders whispered panicked, making sure no one else saw anything.Da: "Vi må ordne dette, uden at skabe alarm."En: "We must fix this without causing an alarm."Da: Mette nikkede, hendes interesse vakt.En: Mette nodded, her interest piqued.Da: "Lad os finde ud af, hvem der gjorde det," foreslog hun stille.En: "Let's find out who did it," she suggested quietly.Da: Hendes blik flakkede rundt i lokalet.En: Her gaze flickered around the room.Da: Anders sukkede nervøst.En: Anders sighed nervously.Da: Han ønskede at lade den forsvinde, men Mette havde ret.En: He wanted to make it disappear, but Mette was right.Da: Noget måtte gøres.En: Something had to be done.Da: De arbejdede sammen diskret.En: They worked together discreetly.Da: Mette iagttog alle vælgerne, mens Anders holdt øje med dem, der kom og gik.En: Mette observed all the voters, while Anders kept an eye on those coming and going.Da: Timerne gik, og de opdagede en mand, der opførte sig lidt underligt.En: Hours passed, and they spotted a man behaving a bit oddly.Da: Han havde et skævt smil, da han gik ud efter at have stemt.En: He had a crooked smile when he left after voting.Da: "Det kunne være ham," sagde Mette med en hvisken.En: "It could be him," Mette said in a whisper.Da: De besluttede sig for at tale med ham.En: They decided to talk to him.Da: Den korte konfrontation afslørede overraskende nok, at det var en spøg.En: The brief confrontation surprisingly revealed that it was a prank.Da: En ven havde udfordret ham til at gøre det for sjov.En: A friend had challenged him to do it for fun.Da: Lettere rystet, men lettet over det uskyldige motiv, åndede både Anders og Mette lettede op.En: Shaken but relieved by the innocent motive, both Anders and Mette breathed a sigh of relief.Da: Sikkerheden var ikke truet, og nu blev der taget højde for en tidligere overset sikkerhedsforanstaltning.En: Security was not threatened, and a previously overlooked safety measure was now being addressed.Da: Snefnuggene dalede stadig udenfor.En: The snowflakes still fell outside.Da: Anders smilede for første gang den dag, mens han åbnede for samarbejdet med Mette.En: Anders smiled for the first time that day as he opened up to collaboration with Mette.Da: Polling processen fortsatte i ro.En: The polling process continued calmly.Da: En vigtig lektion var lært: Alene kunne det let gå galt, men sammen kunne de overvinde forhindringerne.En: An important lesson was learned: Alone, things could easily go wrong, but together they could overcome obstacles.Da: Da dagen sluttede, pakkede de begge sammen.En: As the day ended, they both packed up.Da: Anders følte sig lettet, og Mette forlod centret med en ny respekt for sådanne borgere, der arbejdede hårdt for et sikkert valg.En: Anders felt relieved, and Mette left the center with newfound respect for such citizens who worked hard for a secure election. Vocabulary Words:community: samfundscenteractivity: travlhedgently: blidtstreamed: strømmedecast: afgivethick: tyksweater: sweaterburied: begravetmethodically: metodiskcreaking: knirkendefloorboards: gulvbrædderkeen: skarpeoverlooked: oversåunusual: usædvanligtnote: seddelattracting: vækkeattention: opsigtsecurity: sikkerhedsbrudflickered: flakkedediscreetly: diskretobserved: iagttogcrooked: skævtconfrontation: konfrontationrevealed: afsløredeprank: spøgshaken: rystetrelieved: lettetthreatened: truetoverlooked: oversetmeasure: foranstaltning

Fluent Fiction - Italian: When Winter Winds Favor Change: A Family's Political Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-01-17-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Il vento invernale soffiava freddo sui vicoli del paese.En: The winter wind blew cold through the alleys of the village.It: Le foglie secche ballavano nell'aria, mentre i cittadini si dirigevano verso il centro di voto.En: The dry leaves danced in the air as the citizens headed towards the voting center.It: Quel giorno, la comunità era piena di fervore politico.En: That day, the community was full of political fervor.It: All'interno del centro civico, le voci rimbombavano, risuonando tra i tabelloni che esortavano alla partecipazione attiva e responsabile.En: Inside the civic center, voices echoed, resonating among the boards urging active and responsible participation.It: Luca camminava deciso nel corridoio del centro, con il fuoco della determinazione negli occhi.En: Luca walked purposefully down the corridor of the center, with the fire of determination in his eyes.It: Credeva fermamente nell'importanza della stabilità, del valore del passato, e sosteneva il candidato uscente.En: He firmly believed in the importance of stability, the value of the past, and supported the incumbent candidate.It: Al suo fianco, Alessia, la figlia adolescente, con lo sguardo vibrante di giovani ideali, sussurrava convinta sulle promesse del candidato giovane e carismatico.En: By his side, Alessia, his teenage daughter, with eyes vibrant with youthful ideals, whispered convincingly about the promises of the young and charismatic candidate.It: Pietro, il fratello di Luca, li accompagnava silenzioso, osservando il conflitto sottile che si dipanava tra padre e figlia.En: Pietro, Luca's brother, accompanied them silently, observing the subtle conflict unfolding between father and daughter.It: "Pensa alla nostra comunità," incalzava Luca, "Abbiamo bisogno di continuità."En: "Think about our community," insisted Luca, "We need continuity."It: "Ma papà," rispondeva Alessia con passione, "Abbiamo anche bisogno di nuove idee e di un cambiamento.En: "But dad," Alessia replied passionately, "We also need new ideas and change.It: Non possiamo restare fermi."En: We can't remain stagnant."It: "Non mi fido delle promesse facili," replicava Luca, la sua voce calda di preoccupazione.En: "I don't trust easy promises," Luca replied, his voice warm with concern.It: Pietro si inserì nella discussione con calma.En: Pietro entered the discussion calmly.It: "È importante ascoltare tutte le opinioni.En: "It's important to listen to all opinions.It: Solo così possiamo crescere."En: Only then can we grow."It: In un angolo del centro, un tavolo era stato allestito per un dibattito informale.En: In a corner of the center, a table had been set up for an informal debate.It: Le persone discutono animatamente, e Luca decise di avvicinarsi con Alessia e Pietro al seguito.En: People discussed animatedly, and Luca decided to approach with Alessia and Pietro following.It: Un giovane oratore difendeva il programma del nuovo candidato.En: A young speaker defended the new candidate's program.It: Le sue parole accese infiammarono la folla.En: His fiery words ignited the crowd.It: Alessia ascoltava con fervore, mentre Luca osservava riflessivo.En: Alessia listened fervently, while Luca watched reflectively.It: Durante il dibattito, l'atmosfera si riscaldò.En: During the debate, the atmosphere heated up.It: Luca sentì crescere l'urgenza nel cuore.En: Luca felt urgency growing in his heart.It: Doveva ascoltare davvero.En: He really needed to listen.It: Le parole di Alessia risuonavano nella sua mente, riportando alla luce questioni mai affrontate.En: Alessia's words echoed in his mind, bringing to light issues never addressed.It: Lentamente, il muro della sua testardaggine cominciò a incrinarsi.En: Slowly, the wall of his stubbornness began to crack.It: Alla fine del dibattito, Luca guardò Alessia con rispetto nuovo.En: At the end of the debate, Luca looked at Alessia with newfound respect.It: "Hai ragione a voler cambiare," disse, "Capisco il tuo punto di vista."En: "You're right to want change," he said, "I understand your point of view."It: Alessia sorrise, grata per l'apertura del padre.En: Alessia smiled, grateful for her father's openness.It: "E io rispetto la tua esperienza."En: "And I respect your experience."It: Pietro annuì con approvazione.En: Pietro nodded in approval.It: "Il dialogo ci unirà sempre, anche quando le idee ci dividono."En: "Dialogue will always unite us, even when ideas divide us."It: Dopo aver votato, la famiglia uscì dal centro sentendosi più unita.En: After voting, the family left the center feeling closer.It: Fuori, il vento invernale portava una promessa di cambiamento, come un presagio di nuove opportunità.En: Outside, the winter wind carried a promise of change, like a premonition of new opportunities.It: Luca e Alessia si scambiarono uno sguardo di complicità, pronti ad affrontare il futuro con una comprensione reciproca rinnovata.En: Luca and Alessia exchanged a look of complicity, ready to face the future with a renewed mutual understanding. Vocabulary Words:the alley: il vicolothe fervor: il fervorethe civic center: il centro civicoto echo: rimbombarethe corridor: il corridoiothe determination: la determinazionethe incumbent: il candidato uscentethe charisma: il carismato unfold: dipanarsito urge: esortareto reflect: riflettereto ignite: infiammarethe urgency: l'urgenzathe stubbornness: la testardaggineto crack: incrinarsithe debate: il dibattitothe complicit look: lo sguardo di complicitàthe opportunity: l'opportunitàthe stability: la stabilitàthe youth: la giovinezzato whisper: sussurrarethe issue: la questionethe change: il cambiamentoto trust: fidarsithe respect: il rispettothe continuity: la continuitàthe opinion: l'opinioneto accompany: accompagnareanimatedly: animatamenteto resonate: risuonare

WMAL GUEST: TOM FITTON (President of Judicial Watch) on the Supreme Court's 7-2 decision allowing a challenge to Illinois' mail-in ballot laws SCOTUS VICTORY: Tom Fitton discusses the landmark ruling granting standing to Rep. Mike Bost to contest laws allowing ballots to be counted for weeks after Election Day. SOCIAL MEDIA: @TomFitton / @JudicialWatch READ: Judicial Watch's Statement on the SCOTUS Decision Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, January 16, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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They are fighting back and they are testing Trump to see what he will do. At the same time Trump is testing them, watch and observing their movements. When the time is right the Insurrection Act will be invoked nationwide, but now he might test it in a local area. Trump has given the warning to the insurrectionists.   Economy https://twitter.com/MyLordBebo/status/2011712915963859403?s=20  Toyota used remote access to turn off the pre heating, which is used to heat up the cars before driving. You would turn it on, 10 minutes before driving somewhere, so your car is warm and de-iced already.   Toyota spokesman Ralph Müller: “The pre-air conditioning is a free function of the MyToyota app or Lexus Link Plus App. This function is still available for all pure electric vehicles and plug-in vehicles. For vehicles with conventional drive, this only works when the combustion engine is running. The legislator considers this an unnecessary running of the engine or an avoidable exhaust gas pollution, which is prohibited. This is not known to many users. In Europe, there is no uniform legal situation, about which we have informed with a corresponding note in the app. In order to protect the vehicle user from fines, we have deactivated the function on these vehicles.” Climate Change Warrior Kamala Harris Buys New Mansion Near The Ocean in Malibu  Kamala Harris just bought a new $8 million mansion in Malibu near the beach. She must be deeply concerned about climate change. Have you noticed this pattern? Democrat elites, the people most likely to lecture others about climate change and to claim that it's an existential threat to humanity and the planet, sure do love to buy homes on the coast. Just look at Obama. Where are his homes? Martha's Vineyard and Hawaii. Does that sound like a man who is worried about climate change? The New York Post reports: Kamala Harris upgrades LA real estate portfolio with $8M mega mansion in Malibu's celeb-packed Pt. Dume Source: thegatewaypundit.com (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); https://twitter.com/ElectionWiz/status/2011568614898614645?s=20 https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/2011548021511897343?s=20 https://twitter.com/thencamekevin/status/2011562742029959291?s=20  face value. Four of these quarters might have the face value of $1.00 but, THEIR ACTUAL VALUE IS $64! The stackers were right. . . Political/Rights https://twitter.com/VinceDaoTV/status/2011540393947775098?s=20 DOGE Geopolitical    https://twitter.com/ElectionWiz/status/2011598672929440042?s=20 Vice President Vance Casts Tie-Breaking Vote To Kill Venezuela War Powers Resolution in the Senate Two Republicans who previously voted to advance the bill flipped after pressure from Trump Vice President JD Vance had to cast a tie-breaking vote in the Senate on Wednesday night to kill a Venezuela War Powers Resolution that sought to prevent another US attack on the country without congressional authorization. The Senate was deadlocked at 50-50 on a point of order vote to strip the War Powers Resolution of its privileged status to block a final vote. President Trump and his top officials put significant pressure on five Republicans who voted to advance the legislation last week, and two of the GOP senators — Josh Hawley (MO) and Todd Young (IN) — flipped and voted against the bill. Source: news.antiwar.com https://twitter.com/Sec_Noem/status/2011803374807547909?s=20   President Trump's established quarantine of sanctioned vessels in the Caribbean. Through close coordination with our colleagues in the Departments of War, State, and Justice, our heroic Coast Guard men and women once again ensured a flawlessly executed operation, in accordance with international law. As we've now demonstrated through multiple boardings, there is no outrunning or escaping American justice — period. Our resolve is unshakeable and our mission coordination has never been better. America’s Coast Guard remains Always Ready to apply the full force of its unique authorities and specialized capabilities against this threat anywhere, anytime.    War/Peace https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/2011817852290895915?s=20  https://twitter.com/WarClandestine/status/2011576169918054597?s=20 https://twitter.com/ABC/status/2011788458042540303?s=20 Zelensky to declare state of emergency after strikes cripple power grid    Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced plans to declare a state of emergency in the energy sector. This measure aims to address disrupted power supplies following sustained Russian attacks on the country’s infrastructure. Source: .independent.co.uk  https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/2011757910041452892?s=20 President Trump Identifies the Roadblock to a Ceasefire Between Ukraine and Russia In an interview with Reuters, President Trump was asked why the Russia/Ukraine negotiations appear to have stalled.  President Trump responded with one word, “Zelenskyy.” WASHINGTON, Jan 14 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump told Reuters that Ukraine – not Russia – is holding up a potential peace deal, rhetoric that stands in marked contrast to that of European allies, who have consistently argued Moscow has little interest in ending its war in Ukraine. In an exclusive interview in the Oval Office on Wednesday, Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to wrap up his nearly four-year-old invasion of Ukraine. Zelenskiy, the U.S. president said, was more reticent. “I think he's ready to make a deal,” Trump said of the Russian president. “I think Ukraine is less ready to make a deal.” Asked why U.S.-led negotiations had not yet resolved Europe's largest land conflict since World War Two, Trump responded: “Zelenskiy.”   Source: theconservativetreehouse.com  https://twitter.com/zeroDEIUSA/status/2011211989847326747?s=20  this point, dictated that Canada, Denmark, and NATO generally are allowed to sit on their collective asses vis a'vis Defense. Poland and Hungary are the exceptions since they rarely conform to WEF dictums. But we also know something else: This administration doesn't see the world and this hemisphere through a WEF lens. Those differences in world view, opinion, policy, and sense of urgency between America and our allies are bubbling up publicly. I don't think the friction is or will be inconsequential. In fact, I would posit that the hairline cracks we hear about, in terms of NATO cooperation and membership, will inevitably become full fledged fissures. There are any number of pressure points between this administration and our ANO's (allies in name only) most notably the UK. Saber rattling has become the norm in communiques from Germany, the UK, and the EU. Calls for a “European only” Army and Navy have come from the upper and middle echelons of the military in several NATO member nations in Europe. The Europeans are shocked and outraged by our statements and concerns about Greenland. Now I could be wrong; but it seems that NATO's members are viewing our actions in Venezuela as well as Trump's position that Ukraine is largely a Euro problem, and his vision that the “Donroe” doctrine should be a precursor to a solid military defense strategy as well as a strategic trading block composed by countries in the Western Hemisphere as an emerging existential threat. And indeed it is. We have all seen examples that, by now prove conclusively, that Trump and his advisers are some of the best “tea leaf” readers ever. I honestly think this administration sees the rapid cultural, political, and social deterioration in Europe (Germany, Austria, France, the UK) and other Western nations (Australia and NZ) as harbingers and not one off's. And as such, I believe Trump and his team have concluded that these EU countries have reached a point of no return in every measure that matters. I believe the head butting will, by the end of Trump's term, deteriorate or accelerate to locking horns with former allies and our eventual departure from them as a bloc in favor of the Western Hemisphere as a replacement block. The “Donroe” doctrine says as much. I believe Trump would prefer to capitalize on Geography. That is to say a land mass that stretches from the Arctic circle to the Antarctic circle with North America and South America in between. I believe he sees that as something America can control, protect, and develop. How this will play out, I'm not sure. But I believe he is quietly preparing an exit ramp for our departure from NATO per se. It will be interesting. He will leave office and hand this massive initiative to Vance and Rubio; confident in their judgment and ability to execute. Medical/False Flags President Trump Announces “The Great Healthcare Plan” President Donald J. Trump's Great Healthcare Plan is a broad healthcare initiative that will slash prescription drug prices, reduce insurance premiums, hold big insurance companies accountable, and maximize price transparency in the American healthcare system. This plan will deliver money directly to the American people, not insurance companies, big pharma and special interest groups—putting patients over industry leaders' profits, just as he promised. The Great Healthcare Plan also builds on the successes of his first term by promoting competition, eliminating wasteful spending, and putting consumers back in control. [The Great Healthcare Plan] Source: theconservativetreehouse.com [DS] Agenda https://twitter.com/Patri0tContr0l/status/2011502712819761455?s=20 https://twitter.com/gatewaypundit/status/2011821087911231924?s=20 https://twitter.com/philthatremains/status/2011763419293368576?s=20 https://twitter.com/nicksortor/status/2011705622249816580?s=20 https://twitter.com/EndWokeness/status/2011695320112251315?s=20     https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/2011634818375958782?s=20     https://twitter.com/BillMelugin_/status/2011644187708371237?s=20 https://twitter.com/DHSgov/status/2011632198000976086?s=20    into a parked car. The subject then fled on foot. The law enforcement officer caught up to the subject on foot and attempted to apprehend him when the subject began to resist and violently assault the officer. While the subject and law enforcement were in a struggle on the ground, two subjects came out of a nearby apartment and also attacked the law enforcement officer with a snow shovel and broom handle. As the officer was being ambushed and attacked by the two individuals, the original subject got loose and began striking the officer with a shovel or broom stick. Fearing for his life and safety as he was being ambushed by three individuals, the officer fired a defensive shot to defend his life. The initial subject was hit in the leg. All three subjects ran back into the apartment and barricaded themselves inside. The attacked officer and subject are both in the hospital. Both attackers are in custody. This attack on another brave member of law enforcement took place while Minnesota's top leaders, Governor Walz and Mayor Frey, are actively encouraging an organized resistance to ICE and federal law enforcement officers. Their hateful rhetoric and resistance against men and women who are simply trying to do their jobs must end. Federal law enforcement officers are facing a 1,300% increase in assaults against them as they put their lives on the line to arrest criminals and lawbreakers. https://twitter.com/mrddmia/status/2011711533014036932?s=20 Antifa are teaching illegals that they can attack federal law enforcement.    https://twitter.com/DAGToddBlanche/status/2011620198751597028?s=20  and Frey – I'm focused on stopping YOU from your terrorism by whatever means necessary. This is not a threat. It's a promise. https://twitter.com/StandUpForElonn/status/2011591809114210333?s=20   TORCHED. For once, the IRS is being deployed FOR AMERICANS FIRST — not against working families. Follow the money. Audit everything. Prosecute whoever broke the law.    protection from the Fake News Media but, it will end, as we, MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! Joy Behar of The View: Trump Will Use ICE Protests in Minneapolis to Declare Martial Law and Cancel the Midterm Elections (VIDEO) This week on The View, Joy Behar suggested that she is worried that Trump is planning to use the ICE protests in Minneapolis and elsewhere to declare martial law and cancel the 2026 midterm elections. Think about what she is suggesting here. She is saying that Trump will override local jurisdictions, put the military in charge, and then cancel elections. It is pure BlueAnon lunacy. And remember that The View falls under the ABC ‘News' division. FOX News reports: Joy Behar claims Trump seeking to declare martial law to stop midterm elections amid ICE protests     ABC News should be held accountable for pushing this madness on the air. Source: thegatewaypundit.com https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/2011606173993353376?s=20 https://twitter.com/Breaking911/status/2011613524251066484?s=20 https://twitter.com/WarClandestine/status/2011628944877883438?s=20   is EXTREMELY dangerous stuff. Not only is he lying about what's happening, but not once did he tell his constituents to stay out of the way of federal law enforcement officers. He is actively encouraging them to obstruct ICE agents, as a means to cover up the massive fraud and criminality in his state. This is 1860's type stuff we are dealing with here, and you can see it on Walz's face, especially at the end. He knows the severity of what he just did. The Dems are in open rebellion against the Trump administration, while harboring illegal aliens in their Unconstitutional “sanctuary cities”, which they use to steal elections. This is irregular warfare. Things are about to get real. We are witnessing something historic.   https://twitter.com/MrAndyNgo/status/2011525886630379525?s=20 https://twitter.com/MJTruthUltra/status/2011802180710289546?s=20   President Trump's Plan   https://twitter.com/Rasmussen_Poll/status/2011799570041250146?s=20  This authority can be invoked unilaterally by the President without congressional approval, though it includes specific procedural requirements.  The Act has three main triggers for invocation: At a state’s request (§251): When a governor or state legislature requests federal aid to suppress an insurrection within the state.   To enforce federal authority (§252): When unlawful obstructions, combinations, assemblages, or rebellion make it impracticable to enforce U.S. laws through ordinary judicial processes.   To address domestic violence or rights deprivations (§253): When insurrection, domestic violence, or conspiracy hinders the execution of laws or deprives citizens of constitutional rights, and state authorities are unable, fail, or refuse to act. For the Minnesota scenario described in the post (involving federal agents and no mention of a state request), §§252 or 253 would likely apply, allowing action without state consent. Next Steps for InvocationIf President Trump decides to proceed, the process is straightforward but must follow statutory requirements. Here’s a step-by-step outline based on the law and historical precedents: Assess and Determine Applicability: The President (or advisors) evaluates whether the situation meets one of the Act’s criteria, such as rebellion against federal authority or obstructions to law enforcement. This is an internal executive decision, often informed by reports from agencies like DHS, DOJ, or DOD. No formal public step is required here, but it sets the legal justification.  Issue a Presidential Proclamation (§254): Before deploying forces, the President must publicly issue a proclamation ordering the “insurgents” or obstructors to disperse and return home peacefully within a specified time limit (e.g., hours or days). This serves as a formal warning and is a mandatory prerequisite under the law. The proclamation is typically published in the Federal Register and announced via White House channels.  Failure to issue this could make any deployment unlawful. Monitor Compliance and Issue an Executive Order for Deployment: If the proclamation is ignored, the President can issue an executive order authorizing the deployment of federal troops or federalizing the National Guard. This order specifies the scope, duration, and rules of engagement. Troops can then be mobilized to enforce laws, restore order, or protect federal operations (e.g., supporting ICE in this case). Deployment is not automatic upon invocation; it’s at the President’s discretion. Oversight and Termination: Once invoked, the deployment continues until the President determines the crisis is resolved. Congress can potentially override or limit it through legislation, but this is rare. The Act requires reporting to Congress “as soon as practicable” on the reasons and measures taken. https://twitter.com/CynicalPublius/status/2011886917311414381?s=20 Republican Rep. Harriet Hageman (WY-At-Large) challenged former Justice Department prosecutor Michael Romano on whether any participants in the January 6th protest in 2021 had been convicted under the federal insurrection statute. It was a question that led Democrat Rep. Jamie Raskin (MD-8) to attempt to interject, to no avail. https://twitter.com/BreitbartNews/status/2011604461412663618?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2011604461412663618%7Ctwgr%5Ecfabd7c33610a57fe0964ce3add2ff2ab7586c34%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fredstate.com%2Frusty-weiss%2F2026%2F01%2F15%2Fwatch-raskin-shut-down-after-hageman-exposes-insurrection-myth-at-new-j6-committee-n2198161 https://twitter.com/ChiefSund/status/2011625686289494153?s=20  the requests and denials GOP Rep. Neal Dunn Announces Retirement After Five Terms — Triggering Critical March 10 Special Election  Republican Congressman Neal Dunn (R-Fla.) has announced he will retire after five terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, opting not to seek re-election in 2026. The Panama City physician-serving lawmaker said he wants to spend more time with his family, but his departure comes at a perilous moment for the GOP as Republicans cling to a razor-thin House majority. Dunn's decision to step away from the House after a decade of service leaves Florida's 2nd Congressional District wide open and adds to a growing list of incumbents abandoning their posts ahead of one of the most consequential midterm cycles in recent memory. https://twitter.com/DrNealDunnFL2/status/2011092421866930495?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2011092421866930495%7Ctwgr%5E90201f9195637f0f3c794268082281e562876921%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2026%2F01%2Fgop-rep-neal-dunn-announces-retirement-after-five%2F Source: thegatewaypundit.com UPDATE: Pam Bondi Reveals Classified Leaker Behind Trump's Venezuela Operation Was Pentagon IT Contractor   Pam Bondi revealed that the classified leaker was a Pentagon IT contractor who has been arrested and jailed for endangering U.S. military operations and national security. U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has unmasked the traitor behind the illegal leak of classified information about President Trump's bold Venezuela operation. Pam Bondi revealed Wednesday night that the individual responsible for leaking classified information about President Trump's Venezuela operation was an IT contractor for the Department of War and he is now sitting in jail. The disclosure came during an explosive interview with Sean Hannity, where Bondi confirmed that the Trump DOJ and FBI are aggressively pursuing those who leak classified military intelligence and the media figures who obtain and publish it. Source: thegatewaypundit.com   https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/2011673479813222821?s=20   https://twitter.com/MikeBenzCyber/status/2011574493966188556?s=20 https://twitter.com/profstonge/status/2011860087313154089?s=20   https://twitter.com/EricLDaugh/status/2011565907110224263?s=20  “These two individuals have been particularly egregious in their contempt of the President and putting their personal views in front of their duty as judges to carry out the jobs that they hold.” UPDATE: Pam Bondi Says Minnesota Prosecutors Didn't Quit — “I FIRED THEM ALL” After Refusing to Cooperate with ICE and Demanding Taxpayer-Funded Paid “Vacation” Till April Pam Bondi appears on Fox News' Hannity announcing that Minnesota prosecutors who refused to cooperate with ICE were fired. The narrative pushed by the corporate media has officially collapsed. After early reports claimed that at least six prosecutors in the Minneapolis U.S. Attorney's Office had “resigned in protest” over the Justice Department's actions following the fatal shooting of ICE protester Renee Nicole Good, Attorney General Pam Bondi stepped in and set the record straight.  According to The New York Times, the group of ousted attorneys includes Joe Thompson (Former Acting U.S. Attorney) Harry Jacobs Melinda Williams Thomas Calhoun-Lopez Ruth Schneider Tom Hollenhurst Source: thegatewaypundit.com HUGE WIN FOR ELECTION INTEGRITY: Supreme Court Greenlights Lawsuits Against Late Mail-In Ballots — Opens Door to Nationwide Challenges to Democrat Schemes The Supreme Court handed a crushing blow to the radical left's ballot-harvesting machine on Wednesday. In a stunning 7-2 decision, the High Court ruled that Republican Congressman Mike Bost (R-IL) has the legal standing to challenge Illinois's unconstitutional law that allows mail-in ballots to be counted up to 14 days after Election Day. This ruling reverses the Seventh Circuit and sends the case back to the lower court—where Illinois' late-ballot scheme will now be evaluated on the merits This is the game-changer we have been waiting for. For years, Democrats and their media allies have relied on “late-arriving ballots” to shift the results of elections days or even weeks after the polls close. We all remember what happened in 2020. We remember the “pauses” and the late-night spikes. But now, the Supreme Court has finally opened the floodgates for Republicans to sue to stop it. Chief Justice John Roberts, writing for the majority, made it clear: candidates have a “personal stake” in the rules governing their elections. This destroys the liberal argument that Republicans can't sue unless they can prove a specific fraudulent ballot cost them the race. The following states accept ballots that arrive late, as long as they have a valid postmark: Alaska California District of Columbia Illinois Maryland Massachusetts Mississippi Nevada New Jersey New York Oregon Texas (Note: Must be received by 5:00 PM the day after Election Day) Virginia Washington West Virginia Note on Territories: Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam also typically accept late-arriving ballots if postmarked by Election Day. Several states that previously accepted late-arriving ballots have recently passed laws requiring ballots to be in the hands of election officials by the time polls close on Election Day, regardless of when they were mailed. Kansas (Changed in 2024/2025) North Dakota (Changed in 2025) Ohio (Changed in 2025) Utah (Changed in 2025) In all other states (e.g., Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Arizona), your ballot must be received by the county election office by the close of polls on Election Day. Source: thegatewaypundit.com (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");

Dr. Jerome Corsi breaks down a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision that could fundamentally change how election integrity cases are handled nationwide.Dr. Corsi analyzes the 7–2 ruling in Bost v. Illinois State Board of Elections, in which the Supreme Court affirmed that candidates for federal office have standing to challenge unlawful election procedures before an election is decided. This ruling directly reverses years of lower-court precedent that blocked election challenges by claiming no one had legal standing. At the center of the case is the issue of mail-in ballots counted after Election Day, a practice Dr. Corsi argues creates systemic vulnerabilities that undermine public trust. The Court ruled that candidates are harmed not only by losing elections, but by unfair electoral processes themselves, affirming that fair procedures are essential to constitutional governance.

Joe Pags dives into the latest signals from the Supreme Court of the United States on transgender athletes in sports, asking whether a decision is finally coming into focus. He then tackles the growing push to end ballot counting weeks after Election Day, explaining why this issue is suddenly gaining traction. Next, a disturbing story out of Utah: a University of Utah student charged after making gun gestures and threatening conservative debaters, prompting Pags to say plainly—this has to stop. Finally, Katie Pavlich, now with NewsNation, joins the show to weigh in on the week's biggest headlines, from SCOTUS and election integrity to the ICE shooting fallout, Iran, and the state of journalism today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our news wrap Wednesday, the Trump administration is suspending the processing of visa applications for 75 countries, Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin says she is under federal investigation for her involvement in a video telling troops to resist illegal orders and the Supreme Court revived a GOP challenge to an Illinois law that allows mail-in ballots to be counted after Election Day. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

The Supreme Court of the United States released multiple opinions this morning, one involving a challenge to a state law in Illinois that allows ballots to be received after Election Day. Greg and Holly walk through this decision, and others, top of mind today. 

In our news wrap Wednesday, the Trump administration is suspending the processing of visa applications for 75 countries, Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin says she is under federal investigation for her involvement in a video telling troops to resist illegal orders and the Supreme Court revived a GOP challenge to an Illinois law that allows mail-in ballots to be counted after Election Day. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

BIG STORY: An interview with Shahd Arnaout of the Tarabishi Family.Father cared for disabled son for years, until ICE took him away‘Bring Maher home': Family of Arlington man detained by ICE makes plea to TrumpGoFundMe for Wael TarabishiSHORT STORY 1: ICE ProtestFort Worth protest against ICE decries fatal shooting of Minneapolis womanSHORT STORY 2: Public CommentFort Worth council considers restoring more chances for public to speakSHORT STORY 3: Tarrant GOP challenging Dem signaturesTarrant County GOP chair challenges 7 Democratic candidates, removes Republican House candidate | Fort Worth ReportWINS: 817 Gather at the TableCould This State Senate Runoff Be a Tipping Point for Tarrant County?Texas teachers' union sues state over disciplinary actions tied to Charlie Kirk postsFort Worth eyes library, community center spaces for local art exhibitionsAfrican American museum seeks $40K from Fort Worth to complete construction plansProminent Fort Worth art museum named Texas' top free attractionDaytripping on TEXRail: Grapevine, North Richland Hills popular with ridersA bus route extension from Stop Six to Cultural District is comingArlington council hears new recommendations on plan to reimagine downtownA dumpling dream: Big restaurant, gathering spot begins constructionFort Worth event planner hosts gatherings to uplift artists, weave communities togetherA decade strong, The Welman Project moves toward more support for North Texas teachersWest Fort Worth nonprofit fills emergency food gaps, continues distribution into 2026LOSSES: Texas child care programs could see funding delay during national crackdownArlington's Handitran service could see changes in the way users pay for ridesCourt dismisses pastor's lawsuit alleging Tarrant County judge violated free speech rightsDeveloper behind $10B Fort Worth data center requests more landACTIONS:January 13 - Tarrant County Commissioner's Court at 10amJanuary 13 - Fort Worth city council public comment vote at 6pm (Sign up to speak)January 18 - 817 Gather at 10amJanuary 21 - Early Voting for Taylor RehmetJanuary 31 - Election Day for TX SD 9February 17 - Democratic Primary for midterms(P.S. There were so many articles this week that we hit the character limit and weren't able to link them all. Sorry.)Join the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

Newly elected New Jersey GOP Chair Christine Hanlon joins us. What was her reaction when the governor's race was called so early in the night on Election Day? What are the Democrats doing right now that are contributing to turnout in the last election? What other factors compelled voters to lean blue? Why was the messaging with Democrats so much farther widespread than the Republicans? What else besides early voting, will Christine be pushing for in getting better turnout? Why do Republicans need to work on affordability? With towns like Medford building affordable housing nobody wants, how will Republicans capitalize on that? What is the secret weapon? 220 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Dom has an update from Minnesota. 235 - President of St. Paul Police Federation, Mark Ross joins us to give his analysis of what is happening across the river in Minneapolis. What is the difference in St. Paul's policy and Minneapolis' on ICE? Why is better communication and preparation needed to prevent tragedies like this? What does Mark talk about on his podcast? Will the rhetoric of elected officials tear apart law enforcement and ICE even further? 250 - The Lightning Round!

12 - We kick off Friday with more discussions around the tragedy in Minnesota? What kind of ideologies did the deceased hold? What other virtue signaling are citizens and businesses using in the area? 1215 - Side - all time law enforcement official 1220 - Why is the Catholic Church going after JD Vance? Why did this woman put herself in a position to be in danger? Your calls. 1230 - CEO of American Global Strategies LLC, former Deputy Assistant to the President and Chief of Staff of the White House National Security Council, Alexander Gray joins us today to discuss the office of the Presidency and their handling of our security affairs. What is the latest in Trump's conquest of Greenland? What is it like in Trump's office? Alex clarifies the role of the President for the public. Will we come to the aid of the protesting Iranian people? What is Trump's position on China? 1 - Acting Director at the Thomas A. Roe Institute Institute for Economic Policy Studies and Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget, Dr. EJ Antoni joins us. Why does EJ think the SCOTUS is going to “split the baby” regarding Trump's tariffs? Have tariffs been a success in EJ's view? Is there anything to do about giant companies buying up all the homes in the US? Why have red states seen a further reduction in everyday goods by cooperating with ICE? What's next for EJ? 120 - Your calls. How big of an embarrassment is the city's sheriff? 135 - Is this woman who was interviewed in Minnesota yesterday brainwashed? Your calls. 150 - What does the new Bucks County Sheriff's stance on ICE? Your calls. 2 - Newly elected New Jersey GOP Chair Christine Hanlon joins us. What was her reaction when the governor's race was called so early in the night on Election Day? What are the Democrats doing right now that are contributing to turnout in the last election? What other factors compelled voters to lean blue? Why was the messaging with Democrats so much farther widespread than the Republicans? What else besides early voting, will Christine be pushing for in getting better turnout? Why do Republicans need to work on affordability? With towns like Medford building affordable housing nobody wants, how will Republicans capitalize on that? What is the secret weapon? 220 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Dom has an update from Minnesota. 235 - President of St. Paul Police Federation, Mark Ross joins us to give his analysis of what is happening across the river in Minneapolis. What is the difference in St. Paul's policy and Minneapolis' on ICE? Why is better communication and preparation needed to prevent tragedies like this? What does Mark talk about on his podcast? Will the rhetoric of elected officials tear apart law enforcement and ICE even further? 250 - The Lightning Round!

CTL Script/ Top Stories of January 9th Publish Date: January 9th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, January 9th and Happy Birthday to Jimmy Page I’m Chris Culwell and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Fincher wins runoff for Cherokee County’s state House seat Farm Bureau seeks entries for High School Art Contest Georgia Republicans move to scrap state income tax by 2032 despite concerns Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on saturated fats We’ll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you’re looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  Commercial: INGLES 10 STORY 1: Fincher wins runoff for Cherokee County’s state House seat Republican Bill Fincher is poised to take the Georgia House District 23 seat, according to unofficial results. With all precincts reporting by 8:57 p.m. Tuesday, Fincher secured 71.38% of the vote—4,345 ballots—against Democrat Scott Sanders, who pulled in 1,742 votes. Fincher, a retired assistant DA and RV park owner, thanked supporters on Facebook: “To everyone who voted, knocked doors, prayed, or just believed—thank you. I’m humbled and ready to get to work.” Sanders, meanwhile, called his campaign a success, saying, “We hit every goal and laid the groundwork for 2026. No more uncontested elections.” The seat, left vacant after Rep. Mandi Ballinger’s passing, saw six candidates in the Dec. 9 special election. Fincher and Sanders advanced to the runoff. Turnout was low—just 13.75%—with most votes cast on Election Day. Results will be certified Friday after the elections board reviews one provisional ballot. STORY 2: Farm Bureau seeks entries for High School Art Contest Hey, high school artists—this one’s for you! The 2026 Georgia Farm Bureau High School Art Contest is here, and there’s cash on the line. The state winner gets $250, and 10 district winners snag $100 each. Not bad, right? It’s open to all 9th–12th graders (public, private, or homeschool). The rules? Create your masterpiece on 8.5 x 11-inch white paper using black, white, and gray. Use whatever works—charcoal, graphite, pen, chalk, mixed media, you name it. Just one entry per person, though. Deadline? Feb. 6. Drop your entry at the Cherokee County Farm Bureau office. Questions? Call 770-479-1481. Let’s see what you’ve got! STORY 3: Georgia Republicans move to scrap state income tax by 2032 despite concerns  Cutting state income taxes sounds great, right? But here’s the catch: how do you replace billions in lost revenue without gutting schools, health care, or public safety—or jacking up other taxes? That’s the question Georgia Republicans are wrestling with as they push to eliminate the state’s personal income tax by 2032. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, eyeing the governor’s mansion in 2026, is leading the charge, with State Sen. Blake Tillery backing him up. Their plan? Start by exempting the first $50,000 of income for singles ($100,000 for couples) in 2027. Sounds nice, but it’d cost the state $3.8 billion in year one alone. Tillery says they’ll cover it with surplus funds and borrowing for infrastructure, but critics—Democrats and even some Republicans—aren’t sold. For now, the debate rages on. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.    We’ll be right back. Break: INGLES 1 STORY 4: Prep Roundup: Hamby, Bass have record-setting nights Creekview’s Kailyn Hamby had a night to remember, shattering both the single-game and all-time scoring records as the Grizzlies rolled past Sprayberry, 62-35. Hamby dropped 33 points, grabbed six boards, and helped Creekview climb to 13-1 overall and 4-0 in Region 6AAAAA. They’re now neck-and-neck with River Ridge for the top spot. Next up? A Friday showdown at Pope. Meanwhile, River Ridge stayed unbeaten in region play, edging Pope 70-60 behind Finley Parker’s 28 points and Makayla Roberson’s 25. Elsewhere, North Paulding handled Etowah 56-46, and Sequoyah crushed Woodstock 78-50 with a dominant third-quarter run. Cherokee also outlasted Wheeler, 41-34. PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Will Rajecki. If you’ve followed Cherokee County football these past few years, you know the name. It’s only fitting he caps off his high school career as the 2025 Cherokee County Offensive Player of the Year. Records? He smashed them. Flashy stats? Oh, plenty. Rajecki was the heart of Sequoyah’s offense, leading the Chiefs to their first region title since 2003 and back-to-back state quarterfinals for the first time ever. The numbers are wild: 4,049 career rushing yards (a school record), 66 all-purpose touchdowns, and a jaw-dropping seven-touchdown game against Sprayberry that landed him third in state history. This season alone, he racked up 1,974 rushing yards, 30 touchdowns, and helped Sequoyah to a 35-14 record over his four varsity years. Now? He’s weighing offers from Arkansas, Oregon State, and Georgia after decommitting from Memphis. Wherever he lands, one thing’s clear: Rajecki’s story is just getting started. STORY 5: Cagle names appointee to Cherokee County T-SPLOST committee  Cherokee County just named the first three members of its new T-SPLOST Citizens Review Committee, a group tasked with keeping an eye on how the county spends its transportation sales tax dollars. On Tuesday, Commissioner Will Cagle appointed Jack Norton, a Canton resident, Marine Corps vet, and small business owner with a background in transportation. Norton joins Ashley Holcomb, appointed by Chairman Harry Johnston, and Tom Teague, chosen by Commissioner Benny Carter. Two spots are still open, but Johnston isn’t worried. The 1% T-SPLOST, approved by voters in November, kicks off April 1 and is expected to bring in $445 million over six years. The committee’s job? Make sure the funds are spent responsibly and projects stay on track. They’ll review reports, offer recommendations, and keep the public informed—but they can’t change the project list. Meetings will be open to the public, with the 2026 schedule set at the first session. And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on saturated fats Commercial: We’ll have closing comments after this.   COMMERCIAL: INGLES 2   SIGN OFF –   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.tribuneledgernews.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Produced by the BG Podcast Network Show Sponsors: www.ingles-markets.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BIG STORY: Junior EzeonuAfter running for Gran Prairie at 21 while still he college, he beat a 12-year incumbent and became the Mayor Pro Tem. Now he's running in the Democratic Primary for Texas House of Representatives District 101. He talks about his journey and why it's so important that young people run for political office.SHORT STORY 1: Mercy Cult goes nationalFort Worth's Mercy Culture announces expansion with new churches in D.C., CaliforniaSHORT STORY 2: Fort Worth's economic growthCity manager: Fort Worth's economic growth continues to look strongSHORT STORY 3: Alicia Ortiz to run for FW City Council District 10votealiciaortiz.comWINS: TEXRail expansion moving forward with revised $33M contractGateway Park to see new amenities soon. This local group is helping enact plansYard tools to your door: Fort Worth mobile shed loans equipment to residents for freeFort Worth shelters plan continued improvement, less canine euthanasia in 2026LOSSES: DFW one of the hardest areas for minimum-wage workers to afford rent, study says‘Bring Maher home': Family of Arlington man detained by ICE makes plea to Trump2 killed in related shootings after a fight in east Fort Worth park, police sayTarrant County Jail inmate dies after being found unresponsive in her cellACTIONS:Right Now - Fort Worth City Council Report CardJanuary 6 - FW Public Comment at 6pm in New City HallJanuary 7 - 817 Gather At The Table at 6:30pm in ArlingtonJanuary 13 - Tarrant County Commissioner's CourtJanuary 18 - 817 Gather at 10amJanuary 21 - Early Voting for Taylor RehmetJanuary 31 - Election Day for TX SD 9Join the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

On Election Day 1898, white supremacists in Wilmington, North Carolina staged the only successful coup in United States history. Their goal was to run Black citizens and politicians out of town. And they were successful. Episode Script Writer and Researcher: Jordyn Howard Episode Editor and Narrator: Dr. André White Jr. REDACTED HISTORY LIVE SHOW QUESTIONNAIRE: https://forms.gle/NeRWbppoD3piTiqh7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with Anna DeShawn to break down the back half of the year — from the WNBA championship and CBA negotiations to Snoop's Lightyear comments, renewed attacks on trans athletes, and a much better Election Day than last year. We close out with our year-end Bad Queer opinions, shoutouts, and podcast wins as we wrap 2025.And if you're reading this, we're a Christian podcast.Follow and support Anna belowE3 Radio Youtube: @E3RadioIG: @annadeshawnEpisode notes:1:06 - Recap episode explained1:56 - July6:55 - August14:50 - September29:53 - October 36:39 - November46:09 - December55:08 - Bad Queer Opinion1:10:50 - ShoutoutsShare your Am I A Bad Queer? hereSupport the showPATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast Subscribe to our Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast The opinions expressed during this podcast are conversational in nature and expressed only for comedic purposes. Not all of the facts will be correct but we attempt to be as accurate as possible. BQ Media LLC, the hosts, nor any guest host(s) hold no liability over the conversations on this podcast and by using this podcast you understand that it is solely for entertainment purposes. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.

Common Table's November 9, 2025 sermon. Ordinary time - Amos 1:1-2; 5:8-15, 21-24 // Let Justice Roll w/Drew Willson.Election Day is past! No more political ads! With a consequential election in the rearview and plenty of work on the horizon, let's learn from what the prophet Amos has to say about the people of God, public worship, and political life."While we do not believe churches should affiliate with particular political parties, we do encourage churches to speak out boldly on social issues from a Gospel perspective. We further believe churches have a right and a responsibility to educate and equip their members to be effective advocates for justice in the wider world."~ from United Methodist Social Principles, 2025-2028

Real, GENUINE, economic populism will crush it next year on Election Day in reliably Red congressional districts, but Democrats must wake up. Roots Nation provides the cold hard numbers that prove when Democrats embrace the economic needs of their base they win. Chapters 00:00 - Holiday Season Overshadowed by Recent Mass Tragedies and Acts of Violence Across the Nation 02:48 - MAGA Movement's Political Strategy: Sociopathic Bullying 03:47 - New Data Shows Harris Campaign Lost 6.8 Million Votes Compared to Biden by Prioritizing Republican Outreach Over Base Mobilization 04:56 - Comprehensive Democratic Autopsy Report by Sam Rosenthal Examines Root Causes of 2024 Electoral Failures 07:22 - DNC Leadership Refuses to Publish Their Internal Autopsy Results, Citing Concerns About Media Distraction 07:52 - DNC's Internal Party Review Shielded Harris and Biden Campaigns from Critical Examination 12:09 - Historic Swing State Collapse: Democrats Lose All Seven Battlegrounds Including Nevada 17:41 - Biden's Gaza Policy Creates "Gaza Effect" as Arab American Voters Switch To Trump 19:41 - Dramatic 18-Point Swing in Arab American Vote Shows Nearly Even Split Between Trump (42%) and Harris (41%) 20:47 - Progressive Economic Populism Wins Decisively at Red State Ballot Boxes Despite Democratic Campaigns Avoiding These Issues 25:51 - Red State Voters Overwhelmingly Approve $15 Minimum Wage, Paid Sick Leave, and Union Protection Measures

We'll be back with new episodes starting Tuesday January 6. Meantime, Lorissa is the author of the forthcoming book Winning the Earthquake: How Jeannette Rankin Defied All Odds to Become the First Woman in Congress. This is an extraordinarily important book for myriad reasons, including the fact that you probably never heard of the first woman to be elected to Congress, or that this same woman introduced the bill that would eventually become the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing the right to vote for women. And there's so much more to Jeannette Rankin's story. It officially goes on sale November 4, Election Day. Follow Lorissa on Substack at thefemalebodypolitic.substack.com. Music by Luna Blu.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Election Day in the November 2024 presidential election was a pivotal moment in American history, and in his second term, President Trump has moved quickly to imprint his vision on the country and its policies. But before November 5, there was a whole campaign that was wild, unpredictable, fiery and violent. Jonathan Karl, ABC News chief Washington correspondent, calls it “the campaign that changed America.”  Karl, author of the bestsellers Tired of Winning, Betrayal, and Front Row at the Trump Show, returns to Commonwealth Club World Affairs for a special online-only discussion of the issues raised in his newest book, Retribution: Donald Trump and the Campaign That Changed America. Karl went behind the scenes to learn about what was happening in the White House and in the presidential campaigns during such shocking moments as President Biden's withdrawal from the campaign, assassination attempts, Vice President Kamala Harris' historic campaign, and more.  Don't miss this program featuring one of our leading political journalists explaining how we got here—and what to expect from American politics in coming years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hans von Spakovsky joins Marc to dissect the release of the Epstein files, dismissing left-wing outrage over redactions as necessary to protect victims, not Trump. He slams Georgia officials for admitting—five years late—that 315,000 ballots were illegally certified in the 2020 election, calling it a severe breach of election integrity. Hans also previews a looming Supreme Court decision that could bar states from accepting mail-in ballots after Election Day, arguing that such extensions violate federal law and open the door to fraud. #Hashtags: #HansVonSp

For the extra session of BONUS TRAX following the latest SURFACE NOISE podcast, we take a trip down mammary lane (pun intended) as we revisit a livestream on YouTube that was key to bringing many of our panelists together - The Rachel's Ghost daily livestream on YouTube.  Brought more into focus via a short documentary from director Greg Elmer, "The TV Show" presents the background into the hostess - Rachel Williams - and a world inside the Vinyl Community that ultimately became a hub for connectivity for many of the record collectors who flock to YouTube in search of news, information, and entertainment inside the collective.  Greg's film initially sets the stage for a poignant two days in that livestream's history with Election Day 2024 in the US, and the fallout the following day. The film also delves into many areas behind this "trans woman of color", her loving wife Sue, and the cast of "characters" affiliated with the show on those days.  Disclosure: We originally had planned to have Greg on to speak about the film, but scheduling issues presented themselves and he was unable to join. In his stead, the dais gave longer opinions on the film, that environment, and what story we felt was (or wasn't) told in those 33 minutes of film. He was generous enough to provide screening copies for us to review, which we greatly appreciate, and wish him and the project well going forward. The project is available on a limited basis by going to the following link: https://sojudocs.vhx.tv ** As the Surface Noise crew are not professional reviewers, these opinions are ours and ours alone.  Back to our regularly scheduled programming.... ⏬⏬⏬⏬   For more on host Concert Buddie: https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie https://concertbuddie.com IG: @concertbuddie   For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):  https://www.youtube.com/@fidelios_frequency IG: @fidelios_frequency   For more on Jason Roxas: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonRoxas   For more on Chris (Groove Seeker): https://www.instagram.com/thegrooveseeker IG: @thegrooveseeker   For more information on David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion): https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion IG: @audio_excursion   For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts: https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com . . . . .   Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst). Save 10% using the code(s) below: CONCERTBUDDIE    

Trump urges Republicans in Nashville to get out and vote, the White House doubles down on drug boat strikes, and Elon Musk says AI can save the country from crippling debt. Get the facts first with Evening Wire. - - - Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3 - - - Today's Sponsor: University of Austin - To apply to the University of Austin, visit https://UAustin.org - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy morning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Show (12/02/2025) 3:05pm- Philadelphia Highway Patrol Officer Andy Chan has died six years after he was struck by a vehicle while on duty. Rich notes that Chan was a friend of the show. 3:15pm- On Tuesday, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument in First Choice Women's Resource Centers v. Platkin. The case asks whether a federal court can hear First Choice's First Amendment challenge to a New Jersey investigatory subpoena when no state court has yet ordered the group to comply. While being questioned by Justice Clarence Thomas, NJ Attorney General Sundeep Iyer conceded that NJ hasn't received any public complaints to justify its subpoena against the pro-life health center. 3:40pm- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump held a press conference announcing the launch of federally supported savings accounts for babies and young children—which will go into effect on July 4th, 2026. In addition to $1,000 per account provided by the U.S. Treasury, Michael and Susan Dell have pledged an additional $6.25 billion donation, amounting to $250 per account for children 10 and under. 3:50pm- “Be Nice to Matt Week” continues, so we discuss two of his favorite things: Home Alone and autonomous vehicles! 4:05pm- Election Day in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District: According to the latest polling from Emerson College/The Hill, Republican Matt Van Epps leads Democrat Aftyn Behn by 2-points. Notably, Donald Trump won the district by 22-points in 2024. 4:20pm- On Tuesday afternoon, President Trump held a cabinet meeting where he predicted that “in the not-too-distant future you won't even have an income tax to pay” thanks to importation tariffs. 4:30pm- A Washington Post report states that Department of War Secretary Pete Hegseth authorized a series of deadly strikes on a drug trafficking boat in the Caribbean, ordering military officials to “kill everybody.” The directive, according to the report, led to a second strike killing several crew members that survived the initial assault on the vessel. The New York Times, as well as the White House, dispute that Hegseth explicitly authorized the second strike or ordered to eliminate survivors. The NYT also reports that the “U.S. military intercepted radio communications from one of the survivors to what [officials] said were narco-traffickers.” 5:00pm- Bill D'Agostino— Senior Research Analyst at Media Research Center—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to break down some of the worst moments from corporate media and Democrats. The New York Times corrects The Washington Post's sloppy boat strike reporting, far-left NYT op-ed columnist (and crazy person) Wajaht Ali calls the United States a “sh*tty country” and claims that white Americans have “lost” by allowing immigration, and Karoline Leavitt masterfully debunks ridiculous questions about President Trump's mental health. 5:30pm- Penn State Basketball

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 2: 4:05pm- Election Day in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District: According to the latest polling from Emerson College/The Hill, Republican Matt Van Epps leads Democrat Aftyn Behn by 2-points. Notably, Donald Trump won the district by 22-points in 2024. 4:20pm- On Tuesday afternoon, President Trump held a cabinet meeting where he predicted that “in the not-too-distant future you won't even have an income tax to pay” thanks to importation tariffs. 4:30pm- A Washington Post report states that Department of War Secretary Pete Hegseth authorized a series of deadly strikes on a drug trafficking boat in the Caribbean, ordering military officials to “kill everybody.” The directive, according to the report, led to a second strike killing several crew members that survived the initial assault on the vessel. The New York Times, as well as the White House, dispute that Hegseth explicitly authorized the second strike or ordered to eliminate survivors. The NYT also reports that the “U.S. military intercepted radio communications from one of the survivors to what [officials] said were narco-traffickers.”

Writer and editor Thomas Beller joins me to discuss his new essay collection Degas at the Gas Station. The essays trace his experience of fatherhood through the landscapes of his own childhood, including the early death of his psychoanalyst father and Tom's later return—wife and children in tow—to the very Manhattan apartment where he was raised. We talk about some of the fundamental conflicts of personal writing, including the ethics of writing about your children and even your ambivalence about parenthood. We also discuss why some writers feel trapped inside the genres that come most naturally to them, how the literary sensibility of The New Yorker shaped the styles of generations of writers, and how Tom is feeling about New York City these days. The episode was recorded on the morning of November 4, Election Day, and Tom talks about why he's voting for Zohran Mamdani—and why he thinks some of my early writing relates directly to Mamdani's platform. Guest Bio: Thomas Beller is a long time contributor to the New Yorker and the author of several books including Lost in the Game: A Book about Basketball, also published by Duke University Press; J.D. Salinger: The Escape Artist; and The Sleep-Over Artist. A 2024-25 Guggenheim fellow, he is a founding editor of Open City Magazine and Books and Mrbellersneighborhood.com, and  Professor and Director of creative writing at Tulane University.

This was recorded November 19, 2025, but we're just now puttin' it up! You could either call it a bonus episode or just a real late one. Jackie and Dunlap are back together again in separate locations. Democrat Aftyn Behn has a real shot at beating Republican Matt Van Epps for Congress in the Tennessee 7th District Special Election! Early voting has ended but Election Day is TUESDAY DECEMBER 2! It would really piss a lot of the right people off if you voted for her. Also in this episode: Epstein and Trump, of course. Hope y'all had a good Thanksgiving! New episode coming later this week. Get 20 Extra Minutes with Jackie and Dunlap at http://patreon.com/redstateupdate

Next week in Tennessee, the biggest and most important election since Election Day is happening. And it could be a key bellwether for the mid-term elections next year. But most of America doesn't know it's happening. Or that an independent veteran is running in it. But this fascinating and intense race is a reflection of all that is broken in American politics today. And also, may give you hope for the future.  Can the Republicans hold this solidly red district? Will the Democrats continue their hot streak and win again? And will this little-known independent candidate be the determining factor? Independent veteran Congressional candidate Jon Thorp joins Independent Americans host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) from rural Tennessee to break down his high‑stakes special election outside of Nashville, why he walked away from the GOP to run as a true independent, and how MAGA money, Democrat Super PACs, Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, gerrymandering, and broken election rules are all stacked against independent candidates like him.​ We'll take you inside this fight for a Congressional seat that could alter the entire balance of power in Washington.  In this latest special “Meet the Independent Candidate” episode, Paul talks exclusively with the former Army soldier and independent veteran who is running in a December 2nd special election in Tennessee's 7th District—a race drawn to be safely Republican but now suddenly competitive. Jon explains how a district that stretches across 14 counties from the Kentucky line down toward Alabama was carved to exclude downtown Nashville, why that gerrymander matters, and what he is hearing from disillusioned voters who feel politically homeless and ignored by both parties. Jon is facing a Trump-supported loyalist and extreme Republican Matt Van Epps, AND a Kamala Harris-supported far left Democrat Aftyn Behn–and presenting himself as the moderate voice of reason in the middle. Trump is watching this race closely. You should too.  And Paul also breaks down the top stories of the day–including reaction to the breaking news that the cases against James Comey and Leticia James have been dropped–and that Secretary of Defense and Pete Hegseth are considering launching an investigation and UCMJ legal action against political opponent, Navy Veteran and Democrat Senator Mark Kelly.  Because every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories--and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It's independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve--and stay vigilant. -WATCH video of this episode on YouTube now. -Learn more about Jon Thorp and his independent campaign. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers. And share yours.  -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the holidays.  -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra, Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media. Ways to Listen: Spotify Apple Podcasts Amazon Podcasts Ways to watch: YouTube Instagram Social Channels X/Twitter BlueSky Facebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Next week in Tennessee, the biggest and most important election since Election Day is happening. And it could be a key bellwether for the mid-term elections next year. But most of America doesn't know it's happening. Or that an independent veteran is running in it. But this fascinating and intense race is a reflection of all that is broken in American politics today. And also, may give you hope for the future.  Can the Republicans hold this solidly red district? Will the Democrats continue their hot streak and win again? And will this little-known independent candidate be the determining factor? Independent veteran Congressional candidate Jon Thorp joins Independent Americans host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) from rural Tennessee to break down his high‑stakes special election outside of Nashville, why he walked away from the GOP to run as a true independent, and how MAGA money, Democrat Super PACs, Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, gerrymandering, and broken election rules are all stacked against independent candidates like him.​ We'll take you inside this fight for a Congressional seat that could alter the entire balance of power in Washington.  In this latest special “Meet the Independent Candidate” episode, Paul talks exclusively with the former Army soldier and independent veteran who is running in a December 2nd special election in Tennessee's 7th District—a race drawn to be safely Republican but now suddenly competitive. Jon explains how a district that stretches across 14 counties from the Kentucky line down toward Alabama was carved to exclude downtown Nashville, why that gerrymander matters, and what he is hearing from disillusioned voters who feel politically homeless and ignored by both parties. Jon is facing a Trump-supported loyalist and extreme Republican Matt Van Epps, AND a Kamala Harris-supported far left Democrat Aftyn Behn–and presenting himself as the moderate voice of reason in the middle. Trump is watching this race closely. You should too.  And Paul also breaks down the top stories of the day–including reaction to the breaking news that the cases against James Comey and Leticia James have been dropped–and that Secretary of Defense and Pete Hegseth are considering launching an investigation and UCMJ legal action against political opponent, Navy Veteran and Democrat Senator Mark Kelly.  Because every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories--and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It's independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve--and stay vigilant. -WATCH video of this episode on YouTube now. -Learn more about Jon Thorp and his independent campaign. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers. And share yours.  -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the holidays.  -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra, Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media. Ways to Listen: Spotify Apple Podcasts Amazon Podcasts Ways to watch: YouTube Instagram Social Channels X/Twitter BlueSky Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There have been a lot of developments recently on the Supreme Court front, including cases regarding mail-in ballots and whether they can be received after Election Day; gay marriage; whether transgender passports are a thing or not; as well as what the Supreme Court justices believe is the greatest threat facing America today. Let's go through it all together.

On this week's episode: The Epstein files completely ignore Trump's golf score ... Donald Trump hides his declaration of war behind a lace fan ... And Andrew Cuomo just keeps losing elections to the same guy. To support our show on Patreon, go here: patreon.com/skepticrat To hear more from Evil Giraffes on Mars, go here: facebook.com/EvilGiraffesOnMars Another amazing word of the day from Susie Dent: https://bsky.app/profile/susiedent.com Get great deals while supporting the show by checking out our sponsors: quince.com/skepticrat auraframes.com (code: SKEPTICRAT) groundnews.com/skepticrat betterhelp.com/skepticrat Headline Sources: New emails released from Epstein files: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/12/us/politics/epstein-emails-trump.html https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/14/business/media/epstein-trump-emails-conservative-media.html Trump summons Boebert in order to pressure against Epstein files release: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/12/us/politics/trump-epstein-vote-boebert.html Democrats cave on shutdown: https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/held-democratic-voters-support-party-after-shutdown-ends/story?id=127542740 Trump would like to go to war with Venezuela, please: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-venezuela-sort-of-made-up-mind-after-top-officials-spent-3rd-day/ Big wins on Election Day: https://apnews.com/article/virginia-new-jersey-trump-election-democrat-republican-fad109893cfd4be5b49a5bb1b0138d8d Drinking is cool: https://www.thetimes.com/world/europe/article/heavy-drinking-youth-career-success-b92scqwdh Russian robot faceplants in its debut: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/12/technology/ai-robot-russia-falls.html

Harley Schlanger, a historian and national spokesman with expertise in the financial industry since the 1980s, offers insights through The LaRouche Organization, where followers can access his analyses on geopolitics and economics. The recent government shutdown, orchestrated by Senate Democrats in a bid to extend Obamacare subsidies set to expire, brutally exposed the fragility of their socialist welfare empire, with SNAP benefits for millions of low-income Americans abruptly halted as leverage in the standoff. Critics highlighted how Democrat-controlled states exploit loopholes in the Affordable Care Act to divert federal funds toward healthcare for undocumented immigrants, turning taxpayer dollars into a slush fund for illegal border crossers while insurance giants like Blue Cross rake in billions in subsidies. This cynical tactic, which risked starving families reliant on food stamps just past Election Day, underscored the Ponzi-like nature of these programs, where Democrats prioritized bailing out their failing healthcare scheme over essential services, forcing Republicans to vote repeatedly for full funding that was repeatedly blocked. NATO and EU leaders are accelerating Europe's slide toward direct conflict with Russia through unprecedented military pacts, including France and Britain's coordination of nuclear forces and missile systems, framing the continent as a militarized frontline in a broader anti-Russian strategy. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused the alliance of already declaring war via Ukraine proxies, with NATO's creeping expansion into the Arctic and Pacific designed to isolate Moscow and provoke escalation, echoing long-suspected Western plots dating back to 1993 documents advocating offensive operations against Russia using Eastern European buffers. As EU elites dismiss peace talks as "more dangerous than war" and ramp up hybrid defenses against perceived Russian threats, voices warn that this desperation masks internal failures on debt and energy, pushing the bloc into a suicidal confrontation that could doom the continent.

What are the takeaways from Election Day 2025? Tyler, Andrew, and Blake dissect all of the key races that went to the Democrats last night, plus a small underrated win for Turning Point in Arizona. What caused Republican turnout to slump one year after the 2024 win, and what can we expect with a newly-elevated socialist, Muslim mayor in New York City? Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2025 election results are in, the Democratic Party takes a hard-left swerve, and as the government shutdown breaks records, Transportation Secretary Duffy warns of massive air travel fallout. Get the facts first with Morning Wire. - - - Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3 - - - Today's Sponsors: Shopify - Go to https://Shopify.com/morningwire to sign up for your $1-per-month trial period and upgrade your selling today. ZocDoc - Find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Visit https://Zocdoc.com/WIRE #sponsored - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy morning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tuesday was Election Day and Democrats won big! Voters in New York City elected Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani as their next mayor. In Georgia, Democrats won their first statewide elections in 20 years, flipping two seats on the board that controls electricity costs in the state – a direct response to rising power prices. And in New Jersey, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill won a tough race to keep the state's governor's mansion blue. While in Virginia, former Democratic House Representative Abigail Spanberger won the governor's race, flipping the state's governor's seat back to the Democrats. For more on the Democrats' big night, we spoke with Pod Save America co-host Jon Favreau.Show Notes:Call Congress – 202-224-3121Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. It's Election Day! A high-energy Election Day edition packed with breaking political analysis and cultural commentary. Clay celebrates the release of his new book “Balls”, urging listeners to support conservative voices in publishing. The hour dives deep into the New York City mayoral race, spotlighting the shocking Donald Trump endorsement of Andrew Cuomo as a strategic move to block socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani. Clay and Buck debate whether this last-minute endorsement helps or hurts Cuomo, referencing insights from Stephen Miller and Van Jones, and warning that a split in the anti-Mamdani vote could hand victory to the far-left. The hosts analyze key battlegrounds in Virginia and New Jersey, stressing the importance of down-ballot races like Attorney General and Lieutenant Governor. They predict razor-thin margins and urge listeners nationwide to get out and vote. Discussion turns to Mamdani’s progressive promises—rent freezes, free buses, and government grocery stores—which Cuomo calls “TikTok promises” with no legal basis. Clay and Buck argue these policies would worsen crime and quality of life, drawing parallels to failed corporate virtue-signaling like Starbucks’ bathroom policy and Bud Light’s marketing missteps. Get Some Balls! Clay promotes his new book “Balls”, endorsed by President Trump, and shares plans for charitable initiatives tied to free speech advocacy. Clay and Buck analyze the high-stakes contests in New Jersey, Virginia, and New York City, emphasizing how Democrats will frame victories as a referendum on Donald Trump’s presidency, despite these being deep-blue strongholds. The hosts spotlight the New Jersey governor’s race, where Jack Ciattarelli’s chances hinge on massive Republican turnout to overcome Democrats’ early voting lead. They slam progressive policies like plastic bag bans, arguing they harm consumers and the environment, and highlight housing affordability crises caused by government mandates and rent control schemes. Our Data Guru Crunches the Early Numbers Data analyst Ryan Girdusky joins to break down record-breaking voter turnout, surging Democratic numbers in key counties, and the implications for future elections. The discussion expands to electricity price spikes, the impact of data centers, and Democrats’ strategy to nationalize local races around Trump. In New York City, the conversation centers on the mayoral showdown featuring Zohran Mamdani, whose socialist platform promises rent freezes, free buses, and government grocery stores—policies Clay and Buck call “fairy tales” that would worsen crime and quality of life. They dissect Andrew Cuomo’s failure to give Republicans a reason to support him, despite Trump’s last-minute endorsement, and warn that a Mamdani victory could embolden far-left figures like AOC to push national socialism. The hour also covers Virginia’s gubernatorial race, where Winsome Sears struggles after running a single-issue campaign on transgender bathrooms, while down-ballot races for Attorney General and Lieutenant Governor remain competitive. Gonna Be Gavin and The Empire Strikes Back The hosts revisit the stakes in New York City’s mayoral race, the Virginia and New Jersey governor contests, and California’s Proposition 50, warning that Democrats will frame any wins as a repudiation of Donald Trump’s presidency despite these being deep-blue strongholds. Clay and Buck emphasize the importance of voting and highlight how Democrats use emotional manipulation—rather than real solutions—to distract from failures on crime, cost of living, and governance. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8 For the latest updates from Clay and Buck: https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton on Social Media: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuck YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All eyes are on New York, New Jersey, and Virginia. Jack, Andrew, and Blake look ahead to the results, and Dr. Oz responds to an attack from Rachel Maddow on the state of healthcare during the government shutdown. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Somalians, Virginians and Muslims, oh my! Happy Election Day for the people who it's Election Day for! President Donald Trump gave Cuomo a last minute endorsement in New York City. What else is going on? We'll let you know. The BBC has been caught editing January 6th coverage to make it look like Trump said something he didn't. This goes beyond deceptive editing to…well, we're not sure what the next thing is. As foreigners flood America, we are at risk of losing a national identity. What is America, exactly? We'll take a look.Link to today's sources: https://www.louderwithcrowder.com/sources-november-4-2025Buy the OG Mug Club Mug on Crowder Shop now! https://crowdershop.com/products/og-mug-club-mugLet True Gold Republic help you safeguard your retirement with physical gold and silver. Go to https://www.lwcgold.com/ or call 800-628-4653. Receive up to $15,000 in free silver with your qualifying accountDOWNLOAD THE RUMBLE APP TODAY: https://rumble.com/our-appsJoin Rumble Premium to watch this show every day! http://louderwithcrowder.com/PremiumGet your favorite LWC gear: https://crowdershop.com/Bite-Sized Content: https://rumble.com/c/CrowderBitsSubscribe to my podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/louder-with-crowder/FOLLOW ME: Website: https://louderwithcrowder.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/scrowder Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/louderwithcrowder Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevencrowderofficialMusic by @Pogo

Election Day in New York City arrives with socialist frontrunner Zohran Mamdani leading the polls, as a prominent activist supporter publicly warns she'll “hold him accountable” if he fails to deliver on his left-wing promises once in office. A new Democracy Matters report finds six in ten working-class voters view Democrats as “woke, weak, and out of touch,” with many unable to name what the party stands for beyond opposing Trump. President Trump threatens to cut aid and potentially send in U.S. forces unless the Nigerian government acts to stop what he calls the “mass slaughter” of Christians by Islamist militants. Dilbert creator Scott Adams says Trump-world intervention finally secured him a critical cancer treatment after months of delays. Walmart: Learn how Walmart is fueling the future of U.S. manufacturing at https://Walmart.com/America-at-work All Family Pharmacy: Order now at https://allfamilypharmacy.com/MEGYN and save 10% with code MEGYN10 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We look at the final polling and stakes for both parties, check on the New Jersey governor's race, and peer into New York City, where front-runner Zohran Mamdani brings a commanding lead into Election Day. Get the facts first with Morning Wire. - - - Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3 - - - Today's Sponsors: Vanta - Get started at https://Vanta.com/MORNINGWIRE Equip Foods - Equip's Prime Bar is a real food protein bar with nothing to hide: just 11 ingredients and 20g of clean protein - made from ingredients you can pronounce like collagen, beef tallow, colostrum, cocoa butter - and sweetened naturally with just date and honey. Morning Wire listeners will get 25% off one-time purchases, or 40% off first subscription orders for a limited time by heading to https://equipfoods.com/wire and using code WIRE at checkout. - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy morning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tuesday is the last day voters in New Jersey and Virginia can cast ballots in their states' gubernatorial races, as well as the end of voting in California's redistricting ballot measure contest and New York City's mayoral race. We discuss the big takeaways from each of those contests and what lessons they offer about the 2026 midterm elections.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Taylor has the stat of the day when it comes to Miami Football that could be in contention for the stat of the year. Stugotz has a top 5 athletes that connote voting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor has the stat of the day when it comes to Miami Football that could be in contention for the stat of the year. Stugotz has a top 5 athletes that connote voting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A federal judge once again blocked the Trump Administration from sending the National Guard to Portland over the weekend — but if Trump is successful in the courts, Portlanders can look to the great city of Chicago for a preview of what may be in store. Since ICE began operations in September, there have been violent raids on apartment buildings and near-constant activity from aggressive federal agents rounding up immigrants who are being kept in facilities reportedly full of cockroaches and with horrifying examples of overcrowding. And, in some cases, US citizens are getting detained, too. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has faced the brunt of Trump's attacks on the city, while also reckoning with Chicago's crime rate and affordability crises that many big cities also face. We sat down with the Mayor to talk about what it's been like to face down the President while trying to manage the nation's third-largest city.And in headlines, President Trump's tariffs are at the Supreme Court this week, a rundown of the high-profile Election Day races, and 20 Democratic-led states sue the Trump administration over a rule that could block certain public servants from getting their student loans forgiven.Show Notes:Call Congress – 202-224-3121Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Glenn and Stu go over President Trump's latest interview on "60 Minutes" and praise Trump's tactic to disarm the media by consistently doing media interviews. When asked about the government shutdown, Trump claimed he's optimistic that the shutdown will end soon. Tomorrow is Election Day. Should we begin calling Zohran Mamdani a mayor? Stu breaks down what he believes will occur if either Mamdani or Cuomo is elected. Critics of AIPAC, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, are suddenly quiet regarding AAPAC, the Arab American Political Action Committee. Glenn breaks down the radical statements and beliefs of AAPAC. Glenn reads a scathing review of Karine Jean-Pierre's new book. In another example of the slippery slope being accurate, Canada's Medical Assistance in Dying program may soon be extended to children. U.S. Commissioner on Social Status of Black Men and Boys Jack Brewer joins to discuss the utter devastation that Hurricane Melissa brought upon Jamaica. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices