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The Independent Movement's Tipping Point. How One Senate Seat And Two Or Three House Seats Are All It Takes To Break Both Parties. For the first time on Independent Americans, Senator Joe Manchin and Heather Manchin sit down with Paul Rieckhoff to lay out exactly how they plan to break the grip of the rigged two-party system. Joe Manchin knows what one honest vote can do — he was the deciding vote in a 50-50 Senate and got more done in the 117th Congress than most Congresses in a generation. Heather Manchin brings the business mind: mapping the billions of dollars flowing left and right, the closed primaries in 16 states that shut independents out, and the digital strategy needed to punch through the echo chambers and actually win. Together, they make the case that this is the tipping point — and that a handful of independent seats in the House and Senate could change everything. And that their efforts through their new Independent Leadership Council initiative can help to propel that change. The conversation goes deep on Montana, where combat veteran Seth Bodnar now has a true three-way shot after the DSCC's preferred Democrat refused to step aside and the GOP hand-picked a Trump rubber stamp. Joe and Heather explain why independent veterans are the natural leaders of this movement, why the "spoiler" slander is draconian and antiquated, and why building a leadership pipeline from mayors and school boards up to the Senate is how you actually rewire American politics. It's a candid, tactical, and deeply hopeful conversation about turning frustration into structural power — and doing it before the 2026 midterms. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Check out the Independent Leadership Council here. -Millions of American veterans are being locked out of primary elections in the country they served. See what we're doing to change that. -Visit Kalshi and trade on anything. Use code [INDEPENDENT] to get ten dollars when you trade ten. -Head to cozyearth.com and use the code AMERICANS for an exclusive 20% off. -Join Noble Mobile today and get a $100 bonus when you use code PAUL and stay a member for 2 months! -Join IVA and help us get independent veterans elected to office. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon Connect: Instagram • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year. Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media. And now part of the BLEAV network! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We had some more wild communist primaries Tuesday night and Hong got the Gong in Wisconsin... unless there is a recount. We'll go over the winners and losers as former sportscaster Michelle Tafoya cruises for the GOP in Minnesota. A new ad popping up everywhere just blasts Pastor Adam Hamilton for supporting BLM, repenting because he's white and having his church pay for draq queen story hour. Oh, this is so good. The Air Force One report that President Trump was not on the plane as it left Turkey last month has taken a predictable turn. The left wing media are upset they were not told what was going on. Of course it's about them. Our little pup Cabo was adopted through www.pawsitivetailskc.org ... a group that just won a national award from a famous country singer! Rashee Rice meets with the media and I'm ready to give him one more shot this year. I'll explain why. Indiana's WNBA coach has a total meltdown after she failed to support her own player. A High School football player has a dangerous problem with his helmet. I had lunch with a Rock N Roll Hall of Famer Tuesday and something happened in a golf tourney at Trump's course nobody has ever seen before.
Erick breaks down a wild primary night: Democratic socialist Francesca Hong loses Wisconsin after Governor Tony Evers talked David Crowley back into the race, the polls badly oversampled white progressives, and Mike Lindell gets crushed in Minnesota's GOP governor primary. Then he warns Republicans that college-educated suburban voters are the new turnout machine, that Ken […]
- President Trump addresses 2028 speculation, security threats and Iran, saying the law is “very strong” on a third term while insisting the U.S. controls the Strait of Hormuz. - Newly surfaced Fauci texts fuel fresh scrutiny after he privately discusses a theoretical first-trimester miscarriage risk while public officials continue promoting COVID vaccination. - Former CDC Director Robert Redfield argues Fauci's private writings conflict with his public statements and says vaccine mandates and pandemic messaging badly damage public trust. - Wisconsin's governor primary defies expectations as Tom Tiffany secures the GOP nomination while Francesca Hong underperforms polling that shows her as the overwhelming Democratic favorite. - South Carolina heads to an August 25 runoff as Darlene Graham and Ralph Norman emerge from a crowded Republican field for the late Lindsey Graham's Senate seat. Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media: • Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB • X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter • Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG • YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV • Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV • TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gov. Ned Lamont, who is running for a third term, defeated Democratic state Rep. Josh Elliott in the gubernatorial primary race in Connecticut. Mark runs down the primary election results, highlighting Amy Klobuchar, Francesca Hong, and Lindsey Graham's sister barely winning in South Carolina. Hillary Clinton is back out there speaking about political situations, but is she still relevant? Mark explains a possible problem President Trump may have after all his accomplishments in his life. Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth wins the GOP gubernatorial primary and will face Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar in November. Luigi Mangione's trial is today, with many of his fans and several news organizations trying to get into the courtroom. Mark takes your calls!
Gov. Ned Lamont, who is running for a third term, defeated Democratic state Rep. Josh Elliott in the gubernatorial primary race. Mark runs down the primary election results, highlighting Amy Klobuchar, Francesca Hong, and Lindsey Graham's sister barely winning in South Carolina. Hillary Clinton is back out there speaking about political situations, but is she still relevant? Mark explains a possible problem President Trump may have after all his accomplishments in his life. Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth wins the GOP gubernatorial primary and will face Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar in November. Luigi Mangione's trial is today, with many of his fans and several news organizations trying to get into the courtroom. Mark explains Trump's new strategy to take on the war in Iran. Mark Zuckerberg has defended the crew of his $300 million superyacht, which is under scrutiny after accusations about an incident with a snubbed boat. My Pillow founder Mike Lindell didn't spend too much on his campaign, and he claims he will investigate more about what he lost, which may not be a good idea, according to Mark. Mark interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz 411. Mark and Roger talk about Carly Simon's song, “You're So Vain.” How are other older artists doing, and can they still perform nowadays? Roger and Mark discuss this. Roger thinks many performers will keep going until they can't anymore. ATG Entertainment has been acquired by Ari Emanuel's company, TKO Group Holdings, in a $5 billion deal. The Odyssey will most likely win every Oscar as it approaches $500 million in sales. The big solar eclipse today will be happening at 1 pm! Broadway is doing well! Mark gives us the details on today's solar eclipse. Nassau County Executive and Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is climbing up the polls, but Kathy Hochul has a lot more money on hand for her campaign. Knicks owner James Dolan is spending over a million dollars on ads against Kathy Hochul, which could help Bruce Blakeman. Mark explains the way ad revenue works for radio stations and the digital side of it. There may be a plea deal coming for Luigi Mangione's case. Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Ann explains the culture as she is in London right now, but it's a little different with the freedom that you have to express yourself, like in the USA. Many in the Asian community are very progressive, which has surprised Mark and Ann. Ann explains how college may not be the only route to a successful career and life.
A packed, high-energy discussion diving into today's most controversial topics! We start with an eye-opening economic breakdown of US versus UK wages before exposing media coverage of immigration enforcement and DHS criminal records. Then, we examine South Carolina politics ahead of the August 25th GOP runoff, analyze election integrity concerns in Pennsylvania, and break down the viral culture-war controversy surrounding the WNBA's Indiana Fever!
A packed breakdown covering leaked texts involving Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Vivek Murthy regarding COVID-19 vaccine safety discussions in pregnancy. Then, we dive into South Carolina politics as the GOP primary heads toward a high-stakes runoff between Ralph Norman and Darline Graham. We discuss dark money mailers, establishment strategies, and how Upstate voters are challenging traditional party dynamics!
Democrat Amy Klobuchar and Republican Lisa Demuth will compete to be Minnesota's next governor. Either would make history as the state's first woman leader. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan won a decisive victory in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate. Flanagan defeated U.S. Rep. Angie Craig. The margin of victory was much wider than many expected in a race where Flanagan was vastly outspent.At her victory party at First Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, Flanagan turned her gaze toward her November opponent, former sports broadcaster Michele Tafoya, who won the Republican nomination. Minnesota hasn't elected a Republican to the U.S. Senate since 2002. But Tafoya says she's a new kind of candidate and says she will not be beholden to her party or President Donald Trump.A crew member assigned to work to contain the wildfires that are burning in northern Minnesota has died. The incident management team that is overseeing firefighting operations says in a statement that “a medical emergency occurred” at about 10:40 a.m. Tuesday “involving an individual assigned to the incident.”Klobuchar is DFL nominee for governor, Demuth wins GOP race over two rivalsFlanagan wins DFL duel in Senate race, Tafoya claims GOP nod for open seatCrew member battling to contain northern Minnesota wildfires dies
We're full up today with hour one being our interview with incumbent candidate for State House Dist 33, Mike Prax. We'll talk about this last session and what he wants to do if he gets sent back this election cycle. Then in hour two we'll get a chance to chat with Shelley Hughes, GOP candidate for Governor. We'll talk about the final days of special session, the gasline and her vision for the future of the state.
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University of Wisconsin-Madison's former Middle Eastern Studies Associate Director Jennifer Loewenstein: Trump Flounders as Iran Takes Initiative in His Reckless and Destabilizing WarJacobin Staff Writer Branko Marcetic: Progressive Democrats' Primary Election Wins Stoke Corporate Democrat BacklashThe Sentencing Project's Senior Research Analyst Josh Rovner: Opposition to U.S. Youth Life Without Parole Sentences Drives Campaign for ReformBob Nixon's Under-reported News Summary• After US attack on Iran, did China's halving its oil purchases prop up global markets?• Climate change bringing water to drought-stricken Sahel area in Sahara Desert• Democrat wins could break GOP veto-proof supermajorities in state legislaturesVisit our website at BTLonline.org for more information, in-depth interviews, related links, transcripts and subscribe to our BTL Weekly Summary and/or podcasts. New episodes every Wednesday at 12 noon ET, website updated Wednesdays after 4 p.m. ETProduced by Squeaky Wheel Productions: Scott Harris, Melinda Tuhus, Bob Nixon, Anna Manzo, Susan Bramhall, Jeff Yates and Mary Hunt. Theme music by Richard Hill and Mikata.
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University of Wisconsin-Madison's former Middle Eastern Studies Associate Director Jennifer Loewenstein: Trump Flounders as Iran Takes Initiative in His Reckless and Destabilizing WarJacobin Staff Writer Branko Marcetic: Progressive Democrats' Primary Election Wins Stoke Corporate Democrat BacklashThe Sentencing Project's Senior Research Analyst Josh Rovner: Opposition to U.S. Youth Life Without Parole Sentences Drives Campaign for ReformBob Nixon's Under-reported News Summary• After US attack on Iran, did China's halving its oil purchases prop up global markets?• Climate change bringing water to drought-stricken Sahel area in Sahara Desert• Democrat wins could break GOP veto-proof supermajorities in state legislaturesVisit our website at BTLonline.org for more information, in-depth interviews, related links and transcripts and to sign up for our BTL Weekly Summary. New episodes every Wednesday at 12 noon ET, website updated Wednesdays after 4 p.m. ETProduced by Squeaky Wheel Productions: Scott Harris, Melinda Tuhus, Bob Nixon, Anna Manzo, Susan Bramhall, Jeff Yates and Mary Hunt. Theme music by Richard Hill and Mikata.
The political world gasped once again as news broke from the New York Times' Maggie Haberman that Trump has been telling anyone who will listen that he's getting reinstated as President and has become obsessed to the point of insanity on these voter audits in Arizona and Georgia which he believes will show that he won the election. Elsewhere, QAnon threw a Memorial Day bash in Dallas that saw former trump National Security Advisor Michael Flynn advocating for a Myanmar style coup in the United States while Sidney Powell unleashed a torrent of bullshit around Trump's presidential reinstatement. Finally, Michael sits down with Phil Arballo who came with in a few percentage points of unseating Devin Nunes in the 2020 election. He joins Mea Culpa to discuss how he'll win the midterm election, what's at stake for this country if the democrats lose the House and where the GOP is most vulnerable. This is a wild, wild episode you won't want to miss.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Monday, August 10, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, Donald Trump's GOP struggles with candidate quality. Plus, Trump quietly admits that maybe he was a little bit wrong about the Reflecting Pool. And Max Miller is officially on the ballot despite the serious allegations against him. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blue America is gone, and the national government is too big to save and irretrievable. The future of the conservative movement isn't in Washington — it's in your back yard. Today I explain why the ultimate battleground for American culture and liberty has shifted to the local level. The uniparty and corporate elite are quietly transforming our communities through three major avenues: the expansion of foreign-funded mosques, the rise of the Flock automated license plate reader surveillance state, and the explosive, government-subsidized growth of AI data centers. Plus, I offer mild optimism mixed with concern about the recent vaccine news, Fauci's unredacted text messages, and why the establishment GOP's primary endorsements are alienating the true grassroots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A.M. Edition for Aug. 11. Anthropic tries to shore up pre-IPO investor confidence amid growing public backlash against AI. Plus, Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial primary pits the party's establishment against the far left. And WSJ's Chelsey Dulaney explains how American tourists with an insatiable wanderlust are boosting Europe's economies – whether locals like it or not. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Francesca Hong, a 37-year-old DSA member who wants public grocery stores, is the Democratic favorite, but is she electable against Republican Tom Tiffany? Plus, Darline Graham has GOP competition for her late brother Lindsey's seat in South Carolina. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In a fascinating new analysis, CNN's Harry Enten calculates that Donald Trump's net approval on the economy is 33 points underwater. That's a shocking 42-point swing from during the 2018 midterms, when Trump was in positive territory. On top of that, Enten notes that in the most recent CNN poll, Trump's net approval on inflation is 50 points underwater, and that this hasn't been rivaled by any other president. Meanwhile, Republican pollsters and strategists tell The Wall Street Journal that they fear that under Trump, the GOP has thrown away its traditional advantage on the economy. And they suggest time is running out to turn that around. We talked to New Republic senior editor Alex Shephard, who has been arguing well that Trump's unpopularity is the story of our politics. We discuss why the bottom fell out so quickly for Trump, what the punditry still gets wrong about 2024, and why Democrats won't make a big case that on the economy, their party tends to be far better than the GOP ever is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The GOP has released texts from Dr. Fauci's phone and more is coming, including voicemails. Then, Grace discusses the new abortion bill Gov. Healey just signed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This is an encore episode of 'The View' — new episodes return Tuesday, September 8! 'The View' co-hosts react as President Trump deepens his influence over the GOP following Congressman Thomas Massie's primary loss, backing challengers who defeated him and other officials who defied the president, highlighting his continued stronghold over the party. Keke Palmer joins the show to drop some truth bombs, sharing how motherhood has helped her stay present, reflecting on a transformative solo trip to Bali, and explaining what drew her to collaborate with Boots Riley on her new film, 'I Love Boosters'. Plus, Billy Eichner stops by to reflect on his early showbiz dreams, carving his own path in comedy, and why his new audiobook memoir, 'Billy on Billy', offers a funny and honest look at his life and career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 11, 2026 - 5am: Assassination threat against President Trump forced plane switch and secret flight from Turkey Trump emphasizes economic pressure on Iran -- again -- as war and stalemate over Strait of Hormuz continue Trump issues executive order seeking to reshape vaccine recommendations for children, medical experts criticize the change Massive earthquake in Colombia leaves 100+ people dead Wisconsin voters head to the polls to decide their party nominees for Governor South Carolina holds special primary to replace Sen. Lindsey Graham Trump economic advisor blames Biden for high inflation… in 2026 ‘Trump Media' reports ‘real-time' so-called “Truth Social” feed sign-ups Trump attacks progressives, calling them ‘jihadists' Trump renews effort to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook: Semafor White House officials told GOP to “back off” Rep. Max Miller President Obama to launch a new podcast To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It's no secret that voters are increasingly disgusted by today's extremist, right-wing Republican lawmakers. But less known is the fact that extremist GOP lawmakers are even more disgusted by you voters!They're so disgusted that a top legislative priority of Republican leaders in the White House, Congress, and state legislatures is to rig election rules, literally to rule-out issues and voters they don't like. For example, Republicans in Missouri (the “Show Me” State) showed us what they're made of by attempting to kill the people's right to amend their state's constitution. Missouri and 25 other states have long provided a citizen-led initiative process so the people can propose and pass their own laws, rather than always depending on politicians to “do what's right.” Yes – it's direct democracy!But the people (damn them!) have been passing things like providing health care for the poor and raising the minimum wage. So, “No-no!” screeched Republican leaders and corporate lobbyists, who otherwise control the entire state government. In a perversion of people power, they wrote a ballot initiative that, effectively, would leave direct democracy “dead” in Missouri.Clever, huh? Use the initiative process to kill the initiative process.But the people rallied, exposed the fraud, and in a massive turnout of voters in last week's elections 80 percent – 80 percent! – rejected the establishment's anti-democracy ploy.Missourians showed ‘em – but anti-democracy elites are now pushing direct-voter bans in 15 other states, including Arizona, Florida, the Dakotas, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Utah. To keep track and shove back against these plutocratic power grabs, connect with the nationwide monitoring and grassroots campaigns of the Fairness Project: thefairnessproject.org.More from MissouriWant to keep up with Missourians who are fighting the good fight? Here are some rabble rousers whose work we love:* Jess Piper and her newsletter, The View from Rural Missouri by Jess Piper * Will Westmoreland - his newsletter is here!Jim Hightower's Lowdown is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jimhightower.substack.com/subscribe
WH focus on childhood vaccine. GOP releases Fauci COVID text. Earth Quakes in Columbiana. Case Dixon candidate for 6th District. Ammie Akin candidate for 7th District. Congressman Gary Palmer candidate for 6th District.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WH focus on childhood vaccine. GOP releases Fauci COVID text. Earth Quakes in Columbiana. Case Dixon candidate for 6th District. Ammie Akin candidate for 7th District. Congressman Gary Palmer candidate for 6th District.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WH focus on childhood vaccine. GOP releases Fauci COVID text. Earth Quakes in Columbiana. Case Dixon candidate for 6th District. Ammie Akin candidate for 7th District. Congressman Gary Palmer candidate for 6th District.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WH focus on childhood vaccine. GOP releases Fauci COVID text. Earth Quakes in Columbiana. Case Dixon candidate for 6th District. Ammie Akin candidate for 7th District. Congressman Gary Palmer candidate for 6th District.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AlabamaToday's special primary election is held for Congressional Districts 1,2, 6 & 7Tabitha Isner says "psych!" to GOP after she pushed crossover votingCongressman Strong wants Bellefonte nuclear plant to return to energy productionCongressman Palmer says some Dems likely to switch party affiliation after Socialists and communists infiltrateTaylor Farms is now dealing with jalapeños used in food products that are contaminated with salmonellaNationalPresident Trump signs EO that reduces number of vaccines given to childrenText message retrieved from Anthony Fauci's government phone shows he knew that Covid vaccine caused miscarriagesThree states have now subpoenaed Fauci for more information, FL, WV & LAGovernor of MA signs bill into law that allows abortions at any month of a pregnancy ....up until point of birth!Iranian born Christian warns residents in McKinney TX to allow Islamic center or Sharia law to establish there.
The Trump realignment of American politics was defined by his ability to appeal to lower-income and less educated Americans who previously were out of reach for the GOP. Now, poll numbers show that demographic souring on MAGA. What's driving this and can anything stop it? Chris Rufo talks about how to win the messaging on cost of living and reacts to a hilarious academic scandal in Britain. Then, Peachy Keenan responds to AOC freezing her eggs and two men who hope to gatecrash the WNBA. 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.
While a vast majority of Americans favored the establishment of a bi-partisan commission to investigate the January 6th Capital riot, the GOP is only interested in self-preservation. So the whitewash continues with Donald Trump and the usual suspects pumping out a counter narrative where, he not only won the election, but the activities of that day were peaceful and the agitators leftist radicals. If it sounds insane, that's because it is. But 73% of Republican voters polled believe that's the truth. Next, Michael looks at the Matt Gaetz and Marjorie Taylor Greene MAGA hate tour which they've billed the “America First Rally.” Should the GOP retake the House and Senate in 2022, this racist circus will be coming to an arena near you. Finally, CNN's Don Lemon joins Mea Culpa to talk about his new book, “This is the Fire,” the madness of the modern GOP, the death of white supremacy and much, much more.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.auda...
What happened to the MAHA movement? Dr. Robert Malone returns to the show for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of medical freedom — and why the Make America Healthy Again movement has been irrevocably captured, corporatized, and assimilated into the very political establishment it was supposed to challenge. Malone examines what happened after Donald Trump brought Robert F. Kennedy Jr. into the administration, the growing divide between the original MAHA populist coalition and MAHA's institutional structures, and why medical freedom advocates are increasingly asking whether the movement has lost its independence. Malone argues that MAHA has become divided into different worlds: the institutional MAHA structure, MAHA inside the government, and the much larger grassroots coalition of medical freedom advocates, parents, health advocates, libertarians, and others who helped create the movement. The discussion then turns to a much bigger question: How does a populist movement avoid becoming the next failed and corrupted GOP political project? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ready to dive into the latest political absurdities? Join Stephanie Miller as she hilariously dissects the Senate's controversial confirmation of Todd Blanche as Attorney General, spotlighting Bill Cassidy's dramatic speech that left everyone wondering if he's auditioning for a soap opera. From the chaos surrounding Trump's foreign policy to the bizarre antics of a national park service employee, this episode is packed with laughter and sharp commentary. Stephanie takes a closer look at the GOP's latest blunders, including the fallout from the reflecting pool debacle and the ongoing saga of the Iran conflict. With guests Rude Pundit & Pete Dominick, get ready for a wild ride through the political landscape that will leave you both informed and entertained! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In an interview with Punchbowl News, Donald Trump said straight out that his voters just might not show up for GOP candidates this fall. That's a striking admission of one of the thorniest problems the GOP faces. But it gets worse. Trump also declared that “a lot” of his voters are “not angry at me,” but “are very angry at Republicans.” That will likely be read by his supporters as a declaration that Republicans are failing Trump, and as encouragement to stay home. Meanwhile, polling shows MAGA voters turning against his war in large numbers. And MS NOW interviewed Trump voters and found them deeply disappointed with his second term. In short, MAGA is cracking up. We talked to Shripal Shah, who runs ad expenditures for the Dem-aligned House Majority PAC. We discuss whether Trump voters are gettable by Democrats, whether the current Democratic lead in the generic House matchup is enough, and how big a challenge the tattered Dem brand really poses. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today's Post - https://bahnsen.co/4hmEuE3 David Bahnsen hosts the Monday Dividend Cafe, recapping a quiet market day with the Dow down 60 points, the S&P essentially flat, and the Nasdaq down 32 bps, while noting rapid credit-spread tightening and the 10-year yield closing at 4.7%. Energy led sectors as oil rose over 5%, while REITs lagged; he highlights that most S&P 500 profit-margin expansion is concentrated in large tech rather than the broader index. PitchBook data show 33,600 unsold private-equity-owned companies globally, up year-to-date. On policy, the Senate recessed after voting to fund the government through mid-December, with no movement on a GOP budget blueprint or the CLARITY crypto bill. The key development was Friday's jobs report: 23,000 jobs lost, large downward revisions, and a lower unemployment rate driven by labor-force exits, reducing September hike odds to 50/50. Redfin data show widespread below-ask home sales, especially in Florida and Texas, and he addresses a listener question about faith references in his Friday piece. 00:00 Welcome and Agenda 00:24 Market Wrap and Rates 00:57 Credit Spreads and Risk 02:18 Sector Moves and Breadth 02:57 Margins and AI Divide 04:12 Private Equity Backlog 05:17 Friday Episode Plug 06:02 Middle East and Oil 06:28 Washington Policy Update 07:21 Jobs Report Shock 07:55 Fed Outlook After Jobs 08:43 Housing Price Softening 10:50 Energy and SPR Levels 11:29 Ask TBG Faith Question 13:49 Closing and Friday Preview Links mentioned in this episode: DividendCafe.com TheBahnsenGroup.com
August 10, 2026 - 5am: Trump 'low keying it' with Iran, focuses on economic pressure: AXIOS Israel rejects Trump's Gaza plan Cuba Task Force Wisconsin voters head to the polls tomorrow to decide Democratic nominee for Governor AOC declines to endorse Francesca Hong in Wisconsin Tim Scott confronted over El-Sayed attack ads DSA co-chair struggles to explain ‘taxing the rich' GOP midterm strategy embraces Trump's communism fixation: MS NOW Hunter Biden weighs in on father's health Trump economic advisor Hassett insists the U.S. economy is booming GOP-led Senate confirms Todd Blanche as Attorney General Republican Senator Bill Cassidy defends his vote for Blanche Trump pressures Pirro to revive baseless claims of vandalism of reflecting pool To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Eric and Eliot begin with reflections on recent domestic political developments and the "horseshoe theory" uniting political extremes around isolationism and anti-Israeli sentiment. They then discuss the ongoing negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz and the difficulties the Iranian government and Trump administration have created for themselves. From there they move to the recent cyberattacks on American water systems and the seemingly blasé response by both the Trump administration and the larger public. The two also highlight Russia's ongoing hybrid war with Europe and the tightening links among Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea. They revisit the continuing degradation of Turkish democracy before wrapping up with thoughts on the recent migrant surge into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta.Reminder: Shield of the Republic will be going independent soon! Subscribe at shieldoftherepublic.com and follow @ShieldPod on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.Congressional Budget Office Analysis of the Trump-Class Battleship:https://www.cbo.gov/system/files/2026-08/62550-battleships.pdfCSIS Report on Low Munition Stocks:https://www.csis.org/analysis/six-reasons-why-united-states-low-munitionsIISS Report on Russia's Hybrid War Operations:https://www.iiss.org/research-paper/2025/08/the-scale-of-russian--sabotage-operations--against-europes-critical--infrastructure/Garry Kasparov on the DSA:https://open.substack.com/pub/persuasion1/p/the-dsa-is-a-menace?r=24onkh&utm_Kathy Gilsinan on the GOP's Groyper Problem:https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2026/08/01/heritage-foundation-young-republicans-groypers-hiring-01006937Tucker Carlson's Manifesto:https://www.axios.com/2026/08/06/tucker-carlson-third-party-israel-trumpShield of the Republic is a Bulwark podcast co-sponsored by the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia.
As GOP lawmakers push “tough-on-crime” policies in Washington, D.C., re-entry advocates argue these backward measures will only increase recidivism, not prevent it.In Part Two of our series on conservative attempts to use D.C. as a testing ground for harsh criminal justice policies, Rattling the Bars host Mansa Musa sits down with Chelsea Canterbury and Eric Franklin of Voices for a Second Chance. They discuss the danger of proposed measures—including charging 14-year-olds as adults, increasing mandatory minimums, repealing the Second Look Act, and reinstating cash bail—and explain why doubling down on mass incarceration won't make the city safer.Additional links/info:Voices for a Second Chance InstagramSarah Staudt, Prison Policy Initiative, “Bad Omens: Reform rollbacks in Washington D.C. are a warning sign for state-level advocates”Credits:Producer / Videographer / Editor: Cameron GranadinoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!
Is Mitch McConnell officially out as the GOP's critical vote against the SAVE Act?
Is Mitch McConnell's absence paving the way for the SAVE Act to pass, or are establishment politicians playing games?
David Waldman and Greg Dworkin return from a chaos weekend that was a little quieter now that Donald K. Trump is getting his pants steamed regularly. Not to say things are "better"… or even "good", it's just that the wall of reality might be rising too high for Trump and Gops to toss feces over. The US lost Trump's war with Iran and also Iran won their war with Trump. Sadly, this happened because Democrats did not clap hard enough. Iran might allow us to retreat, if we retreat from the Strait of Hormuz, yet thousands of sailors and Marines are still stranded on the USS Lincoln. Israel wants no advice from Trump on how they should lose in Gaza. The cost of living, job losses, immigration crackdowns, and data centers will be a big deal for the midterms, but candidate style matters, too. Maine Dem Troy Jackson points out the obvious about Susan Collins, so that even Democrats dumb enough to vote for her can understand. Reality just might catch up to somebody on the reflecting pool fiasco. Jeanine Pirro? Doug Burgum? Nah, and definitely never Trump. Sunlight is the best disinfectant and might have finally removed Andy Ogles. Donald definitely has a type, and Stephen Miller will have Will Scharf competing with him for attention in the Oval Office. Gop election denier Mike Rogers somehow finds nothing objectionable about his primary win yet is predicted to be quite skeptical about Abdul El-Sayed's future progress. Boom! Emptywheel embraces the low-attention span types that she famously eschews in order to describe how the DOJ invoking Trump v. US to protect Todd Blanche's fixer, Aakash Singh.
Day Break | Michigan's Election Shock, Global Threats & the Border Battle --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:17 – Charles Sauer, policy expert and President of the Market Institute. Sauer discusses potential healthcare reforms that could strengthen the SAVE Act, examining how waste, fraud, and abuse cost government healthcare programs billions of dollars. He also looks at hospital payment practices, Medicare insurance policies, and existing reforms lawmakers could incorporate into future reconciliation legislation. 28:12 – Rob Rene, founder of Exodus Strong. Rene discusses the benefits of red light therapy and introduces the Exodus Strong red light therapy bundle, including the wand, mask, and mat. He explains how the different products are designed to fit into everyday wellness routines and provide convenient at-home red light therapy. 38:25 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:28 – Michael Toth, Director of Research at the University of Texas Civitas Institute. Toth discusses what he sees as a double standard in environmental activism toward China, examining the country's emissions, industrial policies, and environmental record compared with the pressure placed on American businesses and policymakers. 57:36 – Lenny McAllister, author of the forthcoming book A Venn Diagram of One: An American Story. McAllister examines changing political attitudes among Black voters, including why some are moving away from the Democratic Party without necessarily embracing the Republican Party, and what that political independence could mean for future elections. 1:16:36 - Monologue 1:25:35 – John Strand, author of Patriot Plea: The J6 Journey of a Political Prisoner in the Divided States of America and Republican candidate for Congress in Florida's 19th District. Strand discusses immigration and border security, drawing a distinction between legal immigration and what he characterizes as an uncontrolled influx at the border. 1:35:44 – Congressman John James, Representative for Michigan's 10th Congressional District and Republican nominee for governor. James discusses his victory in Michigan's GOP gubernatorial primary, the importance of party unity heading into the general election, and the political implications of Abdul El-Sayed winning the Democratic nomination. 1:44:38 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber reflects on a recent fishing trip in Montana, sharing memorable moments from the experience and discussing the value of getting outdoors, disconnecting from everyday distractions, and spending time immersed in nature. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 24 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/UrGZQdE62jA
In our 45th episode of This F*cking Guy, Erin and Alyssa dive deep into the past of the wimpy blobfish himself, Ted Cruz. From his pedantic debate team days, to his impeccable vacation timing with natural disasters, to bending the knee to Trump after he degraded his wife, to getting dog-walked by Tucker Carlson, this may be our most craven guy, yet!Ted Cruz: The Distinguished Wacko Bird from Texas (GQ)Rafael Cruz, father of Ted Cruz, stars as 2016 campaign supersurrogate (Washington Times)Ted Cruz paints over graffiti in Houston targeting late conservative figure Charlie Kirk (USA Today)Ted Cruz's family story: Poignant but incomplete (McClatchy DC)Ted Cruz Reads ‘Green Eggs and Ham' on Senate Floor — And That's Not the Weird Part (McClatchy DC)Ted Cruz says there is a "cancer" of rising anti-semitism on the right (Reddit)Ted Cruz thanks Trump for "getting rid of that ridiculous red card." (Reddit)Cruz burns Trump (Politico)Sen. Ted Cruz: “How about we all come together and say let's stop attacking pedophiles?" (Reddit)US election: Ted Cruz fights back for not endorsing Trump (BBC) Ted Cruz tried to insult James Talarico's masculinity. It backfired immediately. (LGBTQ Nation)There's No Greater Joy Than Watching Ted Cruz Humiliate Himself (Esquire)Meet some of Ted Cruz's harshest critics - Republicans (BBC) Ted Cruz 10 years ago freaking out over rumors told about his family (Reddit)Tucker Carlson calls Ted Cruz 'morally repulsive' as drama between the two grows (Houston Chronicle)Screenshot of Ted Cruz Liking a 'Sexual Post' Video on 9/11 Resurfaces After Calling Out a Democrat Candidate (International Business Times)Tucker Carlson Tears Into Ted Cruz In The Most Gloriously Awkward Interview You'll See (Huff Post)Ted Cruz: Donald Trump Is a 'Pathological Liar' (YouTube)Ted Cruz and his wife lived apart for the first 7 years of their marriage (The Week)Rafael Cruz, father of Ted Cruz, stars as 2016 campaign supersurrogate (Washington Times)Ted Cruz's Father Worked With Supplements Maker Sued by Investors (NYT)Ted Cruz Mocked After Warning on Space Pirate Threat (Newser)Sen. Ted Cruz wants to settle Twitter feud with wrestling match between actor Ron Perlman and Rep. Jim Jordan (Washington Post)Jimmy Kimmel, Ted Cruz sweat their way to bad basketball glory in Blobfish Classic (ABC News)Ted Cruz and Jimmy Kimmel are better at raising money for charity than they are at playing basketball (CNN)The Basketball Game That Promises Very Little: Ted Cruz Vs. Jimmy Kimmel (NPR)Texas Senator Ted Cruz flew to Cancun, Mexico, amid weather crisis (BBC)Ted Cruz Punches Then Elbows His Wife in the Head and Face (YouTube)Trump says Cruz would be a 'guarantee' for Supreme Court (FOX 7 Austin)From 'Lyin' Ted' To 'Beautiful': How Trump And Cruz Found Political Love (NPR)Trump under fire for jabs aimed at Cruz's wife (PBS News)These 43 Republicans Voted Against Capping Insulin Costs (Newsweek)Ted Cruz addresses NRA convention the day after refusing to discuss 'politics' of Uvalde shooting (Houston Chronicle)Ted Cruz and 16 other Texans refused to certify the 2020 election. None would say whether they see it as legitimate today. (Texas Tribune)Ted Cruz took refuge in supply closet during January 6 riot, book reveals (The Guardian)Ted Cruz Jokes to Oil Lobbyists About Eating Someone's Son – (Mother Jones)Trump leads Rubio Even Head To Head in Florida (Public Policy Polling)Things you probably didn't know about Ted Cruz: From avocados to ‘The Princess Bride' (Yahoo News)Sen. Ted Cruz Faces Backlash For His Role In Capitol Violence : (NPR)Audio shows Cruz outlining plan to Fox News to delay 2020 election certification (The Hill)Ted Cruz's Weird, Anti-conservative Posturing on Elections (Cato Institute)Ted Cruz reimbursed himself $555,000 after successfully challenging a political spending law at the Supreme Court (Business Insider)This awful bill shows how Ted Cruz threatens the citizenship rights of all Americans (The Week)Ted Cruz's misleading memories of his 2013 gun proposal (The Washington Post)All the terrible things Ted Cruz has voted against this year already | (The Independent)Ted Cruz Doesn't Believe You Have the Right to Masturbate (Vanity Fair)Ted Cruz's college days as a widely hated masturbator have come back to haunt him. (The New Republic)Fuckin' Craig Mazin: An Appreciation of Ted Cruz's College Roommate (Jezebel)Ted Cruz's college roommate recalls his creepy habits (My San Antonio)Ted Cruz Sex Scandal Story Just the Latest Bombshell in a Bizarre Campaign (US News)Why is US Senator Ted Cruz trending for porn? (BBC)Ted Cruz and porn: a brief history (CNN Politics)Ted Cruz flew to Cancún as millions of Texans endure power outages (Texas Tribune)Tragic Details About Ted Cruz's Relationship With His Daughter Caroline (The List)Special airport security escort for political VIPs moving forward in Congress (Politico)Cruz's Podcast Deal Appears to Have Illegally Funneled Soft Money into Elections | (Campaign Legal Center)Ted Cruz's Growing Scandals (Texas Democratic Party)Ted Cruz: the GOP's self-made monster (The Guardian)
This week's Game Ball goes to Michele Tafoya. The GOP candidate for U.S. Senate in Minnesota, former NFL sideline reporter and former WNBA broadcaster joined the show to give an update on her campaign and weighs in on the Sophie Cunningham trans player debate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Speaker Mike Johnson sits down with Dasha for a wide-ranging interview as Republicans fight to hold onto the House majority. Dasha presses Johnson on why voters remain unhappy with the economy despite Republican promises, whether rising gas prices and the conflict with Iran could derail the GOP's midterm hopes, and why he believes Republicans can overcome decades of history working against the president's party. Dasha asks Johnson about his relationship with President Trump – questioning whether he ever tells the president "no" and why Senate Majority Leader John Thune appears more willing to publicly push back. Johnson also addresses the mounting allegations against Rep. Max Miller and weighs in on what Abdul El-Sayed's victory says about the direction of the Democratic Party. Have thoughts for the show? Text or leave us a voicemail at 202-643-1536.
August 9 2026; 7am: The new monthly employment report revealed that the U.S. lost an unexpected 23,000 jobs in July when economists originally anticipated a gain of 83,000 jobs. Plus, job numbers from May and June were revised down sharply by 103,000, suggesting the job market may be weaker than previously understood. This news comes on top of Americans already struggling with a housing shortage and the high cost of groceries and gasoline, made worse by the war in Iran. As the midterms rapidly approach, a new survey found that the majority of Americans view rising living costs as the biggest barrier to a better life, with 60% of respondents saying they wanted greater financial security. Democratic Mayor Matt Tuerk of Allentown, Pennsylvania, and Republican Mayor Daniel Rickenmann of Columbia, South Carolina join “The Weekend” to discuss the impact the economy has on their constituents. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnow TikTok: @theweekendmsnow To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
August 9, 2026; 9am: President Trump's focus is drifting further away from issues like the war in Iran and the economy, and further into his retribution campaign, vanity projects, and conspiracy theories. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of Illinois, a member of the House Oversight and Intel Committee, joins “The Weekend” to discuss. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnbc.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnbc TikTok: @theweekendmsnbc To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Wisconsin was written off by many Democrats after the GOP gained total control over the state's executive, judicial, and legislative branches. For a while, the state—once known for clean government and transparency—became a national symbol of a highly gerrymandered state. But the Democrats figured out how to win, and they slowly and methodically rebuilt their power, regaining the governor's office, cutting into legislative majorities, and are now on a run of consecutive landslide election victories for Democratic-leaning state supreme court justices, who are in the majority.How did it happen? Get an inside look when Ben Wikler visits Commonwealth Club World Affairs. Wikler, who has been hailed as the “preeminent state party chair” by Nancy Pelosi, led Wisconsin Democrats through a series of hold-your-breath fights against right-wingers that resulted, against the odds, in the unrigging of the political system of the most divided state in the nation. Now, he draws on decades of experience in everything from school-board races to presidential elections to bring people inside the hidden web of power that shapes their lives. At every step, he shows what individuals and small groups can do to help build a future where democracy thrives and our country works for everyone. Join us as he draws on that experience and his new book This Is the Plan, an idealistic-yet-practical guide to turning the present crisis into a better future. Note: This podcast may contain explicit language. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As their criminal investigation intensifies, both the New York Attorney General and Manhattan DA are pressuring longtime Trump CFO Allen Weisselberg to flip. It's through him that they'll make their case against Trump so they're ratcheting up the pressure to a fever pitch. All eyes will be on Weisselberg as they squeeze him and his family in coming weeks. Next, the GOP's desperate attempt to block the formation of a January 6th Commission. Trump toadie, Kevin McCarthy knows that any investigation into the insurrection will be a permanent blight upon the party and their orange-faced leader. Finally, Trump nemesis Miles Taylor returns to Mea Culpa to discuss his “Call for American Renewal” as an antidote to the sick and broken GOP.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Legal government corruption. Who's left to arm in Iran? Childish saboteurs in the GOP. What kind of dinosaur would Jesse be most afraid of? How to deflate the dollar.Follow The Jesse Kelly Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJesseKellyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week the walls closed in a little further on the Former Guy as New York Attorney General ‘Tish James announced her department would be investigating the Trump Organization in a criminal capacity. This significant development comes with sweeping powers for the investigators to root out fraud and spells doom for the former president who fears prison above and beyond all else. Matt Gaetz's wingman Joel Greenberg pleads guilty to six counts including underage sex trafficking and agrees to flip on Gaetz. Details of a cocaine and hooker fueled party at a Trump defense fundraiser in Orlando adds to the Congressman's trouble. Finally, Tom Nichols joins Mea Culpa to discuss the GOP's drift into insanity and authoritarianism.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Right is tearing itself apart over a $20 burrito, while regular Americans are still getting crushed by the cost of living. A college kid told Turning Point USA's Andrew Kolvet that a burrito shouldn't cost twenty bucks. That simple complaint set off a full-blown conservative civil war. Ben Shapiro said you're “doing life wrong” if you pay that much. Marc Thiessen told students to cry him a river. Then Vice President JD Vance jumped in with a fat joke about Thiessen never missing a burrito. Matt Walsh, Sean Davis, and half of conservative Twitter piled on. Meanwhile the actual prices of food, housing, and everything else never came back down after the Biden inflation spike. The rate slowed, but the high prices stuck. Voters handed Republicans the White House and Congress because they were sick of it. Now the same party is busy fighting a proxy war over Chipotle instead of delivering real relief. Tariffs, energy uncertainty, and endless internal drama aren't helping. The $20 burrito is just the symbol. The real problem is a party that won on affordability and is now distracted by the dumbest online food fight imaginable. Pat also covered: Day 55: Mitch McConnell is still missing after being released from rehab. $100 hot dogs are selling out in Miami … why? Trump signs new executive order cracking down on birth tourism. If El-Sayed is a uniter, why is he attacking second lady Usha Vance? Sharia law survivor speaks out against Islam — McKinney, Texas, ignores him. Does this burrito war make the GOP look completely out of touch with working families? Have you noticed basic things still costing way too much even with Republicans in charge? If you want unfiltered truth and common-sense analysis that cuts through the noise, hit subscribe and turn on notifications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices