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Illinois is one of the bluest states in the country, so much so that more than two-dozen Texas House Democrats fled there to protest a proposed congressional map in their home state that could broaden Republican power in Washington. Governor J-B Pritzker is among the Democrats promising to fight – and some people think the fight might include a new map in Illinois.
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8.13.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Texas Dems Set to Return; Gen. Lee High Name Restored; Sonya Massey Law; Trump Extends DC Crackdown Texas Democrats say they're set to return to the state after blocking a controversial redistricting vote. We'll speak with one of the state representatives who fled Texas to protest the legislation.Also in Texas, the Midland Independent School District's board of trustees has voted to restore the name of Confederate General Robert E. Lee to a local high school--reversing a decision made just five years ago. In Illinois, change is coming after the heartbreaking police shooting of Sonya Massey last summer. Governor JB Pritzker has signed the Sonya Massey Bill into law. We'll talk to the family's attorney about what this legislation means. Plus, three days into his federal takeover of Washington, D.C., Donald Trump says he plans to extend the crackdown beyond its 30-day limit--with or without Congress. We'll talk to a Black author who says this is part of a long history of criminalizing Black cities in America. BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjs (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under 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, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 opens with Mark giving shoutouts to Lit Cigar Lounge's single barrel night, a humorous encounter with the crew from House of Pain gym, and a tease for a big 97.1 fall event. The conversation quickly shifts to sports disappointment as the Cardinals blow a lead to the Rockies and plans for a hot weekend Yankees game. The discussion moves into politics with Geraldo Rivera blasting D.C. crime, JB Pritzker touting abortion rights, and NYC socialist Zoran Mamdani proposing a radical rent-freeze plan, prompting Mark and Kim to warn of socialism's negative impact on the economy. Former President Trump's idea of back-to-back meetings with Putin and Zelensky sparks debate, with political strategist Alex Tarascio weighing in on Russia's aggression and Ukraine's growing drone capabilities, while the hosts emphasize the importance of sanctions and military aid. Tom Ackerman breaks down the Cardinals' ongoing struggles, focusing on player development and the future rather than immediate playoff hopes, and previews Mizzou's college football season, including quarterback decisions and offensive line changes, recommending the Netflix documentary Any Given Saturday. The hour concludes with lighter and unusual news: a Florida man's $1,000 payout for killing 87 invasive pythons, rising McDonald's meal prices, humorous labor and delivery “red flags” for husbands, and the announcement of a UFC fight at the White House in 2026 with a Trump-themed championship belt, streamed on Paramount.
Hour 1 explodes into the Smithsonian controversy, with Marc and Kim shredding claims that Trump is erasing slavery and challenging the 1619 Project narrative. Jillian Michaels slams liberal talking points on slavery and gender in sports, armed with facts and her defiant identity. Marc wraps with the announcement of Scott Jennings' conservative show joining 97.1 FM. Hour 2 blends humor and politics: Mark gives shoutouts to local events, teases a big fall 97.1 gathering, and vents about sports disappointments, including the Cardinals' loss and Yankees plans. Politics heat up with Geraldo Rivera on DC crime, JB Pritzker on abortion, and socialist Zoran Mamdani's radical rent-freeze proposal. Alex Tarascio weighs in on Trump's back-to-back meetings with Putin and Zelensky, while Tom Ackerman breaks down Cardinals and Mizzou football, with lighter news on pythons, McDonald's prices, and a 2026 UFC White House event. Hour 3 focuses on strategy and accountability: Former Senator Jim Talent praises Trump's negotiation skills while exposing DC crime mishandling by Democrats. A Styx ticket giveaway lightens the mood before USPS delays and the Kansas City Chiefs' political donation highlight the intersection of money and politics. Kim Otto Webb debates new juvenile accountability laws in New Jersey, weighing responsibility versus today's permissive culture. Hour 4 reflects on August racing by, Kim's maternity leave, and Dan Buck covering in her absence. Crime dominates, with alarming DC statistics, Shannon Bream praising Trump's leadership and Alaska summit diplomacy, and Griff Jenkins reporting firsthand on repeat offenders and carjackings fueled by weak local prosecution. Trump's common-sense federal intervention contrasts sharply with local failures. The hour closes with bombshells from Cash Patel and John Solomon exposing Obama DOJ officials, including Sally Yates and Andrew McCabe, blocking FBI investigations into the Clinton Foundation—parallels drawn to current alleged corruption—and previews of Brian Kilmeade's coverage.
In this segment, Mark is joined by Mark Batinick, a Former Illinois State Representative and a Policy Advisor for the Illinois Policy Institute. He discusses his thoughts on Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's hopeful presidential campaign, the Illinois gerrymandering and more.
Aaron McIntire covers President Trump's invocation of Section 740 of the D.C. Home Rule Act, federalizing D.C.'s police and deploying the National Guard to combat crime. Joined by Pete Hegseth, Pam Bondi, and Kash Patel, Trump cites D.C.'s homicide rate (27.3 per 100,000) as a national embarrassment, comparing it unfavorably to New York and L.A. Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum defends Mexican illegals' "contributions" to the U.S. economy while blaming America's drug consumption for fentanyl issues. JD Vance details redistricting and a new census to correct 2020 errors, and Aaron warns that Republican inaction could cede permanent control to Democrats. Trump D.C. takeover, Home Rule Act, National Guard, Pete Hegseth, Pam Bondi, Kash Patel, Claudia Sheinbaum, immigration, JD Vance, redistricting, census, D.C. crime, ICE arrests, Pittsburgh explosion, gerrymandering, Beto O'Rourke, JB Pritzker
Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Mayor Brandon Johnson saying the Bears should be called the Arlington Heights Bears if they move to the suburbs, the continuing debate over redistricting, and Governor Pritzker’s appearance on ‘Meet the Press’ regarding the Texas Democrats fleeing to Illinois to avoid a vote […]
Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Mayor Brandon Johnson saying the Bears should be called the Arlington Heights Bears if they move to the suburbs, the continuing debate over redistricting, and Governor Pritzker’s appearance on ‘Meet the Press’ regarding the Texas Democrats fleeing to Illinois to avoid a vote […]
Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Mayor Brandon Johnson saying the Bears should be called the Arlington Heights Bears if they move to the suburbs, the continuing debate over redistricting, and Governor Pritzker’s appearance on ‘Meet the Press’ regarding the Texas Democrats fleeing to Illinois to avoid a vote […]
Bernie Sanders is hinting at running again, Trump gears up for a Friday meeting with Putin, and Letitia James' office is suddenly under investigation. Plus, JD Vance is sounding off on the Russia collusion indictments while Dan Bongino teases more arrests to come.Keir Starmer draws backlash after criticizing Israel, Mike Huckabee delivers a fiery takedown, and Bibi Netanyahu holds a high-stakes presser. We've got MTG clashing with Mark Levin over Israel, Eric Holder warning about “threats to democracy,” and Governor Pritzker getting called out for billionaire hypocrisy.Also: Zohran and Elizabeth Warren team up, Jasmine Crockett fires back at “no show boss” accusations, Hope Walz rips conservative women, and Kristi Noem updates her profile pic to her South Park character.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS TO SUPPORT OUR SHOW!Try Lean for weight loss, formulated with a natural appetite suppressant cactus from India. Use code Chicks20 at https://TakeLean.com for 20% off your first order!Moisturize, nourish, and heal dry, cracked noses, paws, elbows, or dry, flaky skin with the Something Better Balm from Coat Defense—save 15% at https://CoatDefense.com with code CHICKS!Live a better digital life with Webroot. Get 50% off Webroot Total Protection at https://WebRoot.com/ChicksChoose from over 200 meds, including Methylene Blue and all kinds of essentials you'll want to have on hand at All Family Pharmacy. Visit https://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/Chicks code CHICKS10.
Chicago Way w/John Kass (08/11/25): This week, John Kass & Jeff Carlin tackle JB Pritzker’s hypocrisy when it comes gerrymandering, evidence that President Barack Obama was trying to convince people Russia got Trump elected in 2016 -even though we know they didn’t, and look at why dreams of living on the Moon or Mars are […]
California's governor wants to redistrict the state in a move that is wildly unpopular with the voters. Newsom admits his call for a snap election to throw out the electoral maps created by an independent commission is meant to cripple Trump's agenda by electing more democrats to the House. Stephen Miller explains how democrats started the gerrymandering free-for-all in 2008 as JB Pritzker defends his own widely criticized redistricting of Illinois by arguing Donald Trump is a threat to democracy.
Liberation Day Declared, Trump Using National Guard in Washington D.C., Federalizing Metro PDLive Show Monday-Thursday, 3pm est.SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist NEWS: https://DrewBerquist.com MERCH: https://RedBeachNation.com#DrewBerquist #ThisIsMyShow #TIMSTop 100 Political News Podcast with https://www.millionpodcasts.com/political-news-podcasts/#1 Counterterrorism Podcast on Feedspot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/counter_terrorism_podcasts/Show Notes/Links:President Trump announces liberation dayhttps://x.com/theblaze/status/1954917082652348548SecDef Hegseth says National Guard will be flowing into DC over next weekhttps://x.com/nicksortor/status/1954922736834511175President Trump calling in National Guard to DC and putting DC Metro under federal controlhttps://x.com/TheInsiderPaper/status/1954916002489327857President Trump: We may take over New York and Chicago toohttps://x.com/disclosetv/status/1954929328707473806Beto Says Democrats have always followed the rules, colored within the lineshttps://x.com/WesternLensman/status/1954539033201373242Kristin Welker calls out JB Pritzker for doing the same thing he is mad at Texas abouthttps://x.com/WesternLensman/status/1954535129487225312Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, whose state has been gerrymandered to give Democrats a 14-3 congressional seat advantageEric Holder says gerrymandering is only okay if Democrats do ithttps://x.com/libsoftiktok/status/1954585518143848674See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week on Look Forward, the guys return (Jay is traveling so mind the audio quality differences) to discuss Dems in Texas and nationwide finally fighting back, gerrymandering is the new national battleground and its long overdue, JB Pritzker throwing his hat in the ring, Gaza is undergoing a genocide and arguments against this fact are completely ridiculous at this point, RFK Jr cuts $500M in funding for mRNA vaccine development based on poor understanding of the science, will blue states be able to protect its citizens from the next infectious diseases?, Trump administration destroying satellites that give them facts they don't like, MTG working overtime to finally get basic things liberals have been saying for years (she still struggles), Utah state senator really working overtime to justify sexual assault on children, DOJ leans on Jeffrey Epstein co-conspirator to lie about Trump's involvement, and much more! Big TopicDems are FINALLY ready to fight fire with fireCA and NY talking about gerrymandering the GOP out of fed and state representationTX Dems flee state to deny redistricting quorum; Abbott now talking about trying to remove them from their seatsJB Pritzker has entered the chatNews You NeedGaza is undergoing a genocide and that's not debateableRFK Jr. Cancels $500 Million In Funding For Vaccine DevelopmentFederalism might save you from infectious disease...at least if you live in a blue stateThis week in SpaceDestroying satellites because you hate factsNuclear power ON THE MOOOOOON!A Wretched Hive of Scum and VillainyWhat IS HAPPENING TO HER!!!!?First thisThen thisHey look - the field that should be avoiding AI THE MOST is fucking using it, because we live in the dumbest timelineAnd speaking of AI...Fast Corruption and Faster Screw-UpsCheck that guy's harddriveDOJ meets with pedophile, moves her to minimum security prison100% tariffs on silicon and semiconductors...unless you debase yourself in publicOh man, I can't believe the FCC gave this the thumbs up! Who would have imagined?What's Dumber, A Brick or A Republican?Then STFU!
Trump delivers remarks regarding his vision for a cleaner, safer Washington DC in the wake of the latest incident involving Edward "BIG BALLS" Coristine of DOGE. JB Pritzker was called out by liberal media over how badly Illinois is gerrymandered. JD Vance says indictments are coming in the SPYGATE/RUSSIAGATE Grand Jury investigation. The FBI has arrested over 1600 people for violent crimes against children since Trump has taken office. Trump takes back Border Wall material abandoned under Biden. Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN! www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com www.MyPatriotSupply.com/UNGOVERNED www.SLNT.com/SHAWN www.PatriotMobile.com/FARASH
It's a full show with Jimmy Failla rounding out the 2:00 hour, and we won't be listening to this show from dial-up AOL because it's dead now. Wiggins America explains, while JB Pritzker tries very hard to also explain things that don't make sense.
Oh the hypocrisy of the Texas democrats running to Illinois to protest redistricting, even Governor Pritzker can't explain it. Speaking of things you can't explain, Beto O'Rourke is back, and like a bad VD flare up, he's coming in hot. Kari Lake steps up to the center ring with James T. to go over the explosive ASU, PBS, and Walter Cronkite school journalism news that they all colluded to favor Katie Hobbs in the last Arizona Gubernatorial election. Staying locally, James T. talks with Jeramiah Cota about how he was not allowed to pray the Lord's prayers during a Phoenix Union District Governing Board meeting. This and so much more, the Ringmaster is back!
Watch LARRY with Larry O'Connor LIVE — Monday-Friday at 12PM Eastern on YouTube, Facebook, & Rumble! Listen to LARRY with Larry O'Connor wherever you get your podcasts! SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7i8F7K4fqIDmqZSIHJNhMh?si=814ce2f8478944c0&nd=1&dlsi=e799ca22e81b456f APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/larry/id1730596733 On this full episode of LARRY, we discuss JB Pritzker and Kathy Hochul getting CALLED-OUT for their redistricting hypocrisy live on TV, JD Vance promising SERIOUS accountability for the Democrat deep state attacks on President Trump — They're PANICKING, President Trumps' DC federal takeover sending Democrats and the media into a TOTAL spiral, and MUCH, much more! SHOP OUR MERCH: https://store.townhallmedia.com/ BUY A LARRY MUG: https://store.townhallmedia.com/products/larry-mug Become a Townhall VIP Member today and use promo code LARRY for 50% off: https://townhall.com/subscribe?tpcc=poddescription https://townhall.com/ https://rumble.com/c/c-5769468 https://www.facebook.com/townhallcom/ https://www.instagram.com/townhallmedia/ https://twitter.com/townhallcomBecome a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Republicans just ramped the redistricting fight up to a 10 as Florida announces mid-cycle redistricting. Brian interviews JB Pritzker and Jasmine Crockett about the Texas power grab; Robert Garcia about compelling the release of the Epstein files; and Mehdi Hasan about whether Democrats finally found a will to fight.Shop merch: https://briantylercohen.com/shopYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/briantylercohenTwitter: https://twitter.com/briantylercohenFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/briantylercohenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/briantylercohenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/briantylercohenNewsletter: https://www.briantylercohen.com/sign-upWritten by Brian Tyler CohenProduced by Sam GraberRecorded in Los Angeles, CASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Gov. JB Pritzker (D-Ill.), Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and former Attorney General Eric Holder discuss the Texas Republicans' push to draw a new congressional map that could add up to five GOP seats — and the Democrats' plans to fight back. Lanhee Chen, Carol Lee, Tony Plohetski and Neera Tanden join the roundtable.
Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com
Ben and Dr. D slice and dice the news of the week. Including...Teddy D makes his move. That is, Ted Dabrowski says he may be running against Governor Pritzker as a Republican. He tells John Oliver (not really, John Oliver) all about it. Anyway--meet Teddy D. Gregory Pratt breaks another big story--leading Ben to rant and rail (I mean, passionately orate) about the inability of Mayor Johnson to stand up for what he needs. In his case--money for our deadbroke public schools. How deadbroke are they? Apparently, too broke to fix broken computers. Texas Dems come to Illinois to get away from Texas Republicans. And JB invites them to the state fair to meet the Butter Cow. That gives Ben a chance to rant and rail (I mean, calmly pontificate) about gerrymandering. JB breaks from the state fair to visit the Stephen Colbert Show. And Ben adds some salt to a new poll about the governor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Annie says no, but what do you say? According to our comments, you really like making these jokes. Are they appropriate? Gregg Jarrett and Rabbi Chaim Landa are on the show today, and we ask important questions in the 2:00 hour.
Axios Reporter Carrie Shepherd joins Lisa Dent to discuss how mental health professionals are pushing for AI regulation. Gov. JB Pritzker signed the Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources Act following concerns about bots giving mental health advice.
Earlier this year, Governor JB Pritzker signed a law to transfer ownership of Shabbona Lake State Park to the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. A member of the Prairie Band tribal council discusses the history of the tribe, its connection to Illinois and what this move means for the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation.
In today’s deep dive, governor JB Pritzker speaks to NPR about why Illinois is hosting a group of Texas state lawmakers as they protest a partisan redistricting effort in their state.
John is joined by David to talk about the Texas Dems fleeing to Illinois, the different bouts of redistricting that have happened in Illinois over the years, Governor Pritzker taking on President Trump & how much the demographics have changed around his district in Monroe county.
Messages on marijuana legalization. Deportation centers in Wisconsin. JB Pritzker is willing fight Texas if they arrest the runaway Democrats legislators. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
President Trump appeared on the White House roof today for some reason, a new poll found everyone in the his administration is deeply unpopular, people are speculating about the reason for Ghislaine Maxwell's transfer to a prison known as “Club Fed,” and voters are letting GOP lawmakers know they're unhappy about the Big Beautiful Bill. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker promises to protect the Texas Democrats who fled their state to prevent GOP lawmakers from enacting a gerrymandered redistricting plan. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. Our small, but mighty podcast crew start the episode talking about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois to avoid voting on a new legislative map that would favor the GOP. Governor Pritzker even went […]
The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. Our small, but mighty podcast crew start the episode talking about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois to avoid voting on a new legislative map that would favor the GOP. Governor Pritzker even went […]
Dylan Sharkey joins the show to break down Illinois' deepening pension crisis, with Chicago holding 7 of the 10 worst-funded systems—including a police fund with just 18 to 24 cents per dollar promised. He also discusses rising state government salaries, gerrymandering in congressional districts, and Governor JB Pritzker's media appearances fueling speculation about a possible presidential run.
First of all, Adam Schiff is above the law. In his mind. But not anymore. And second, JB Pritzker is having a tough time landing a political talking point or a joke on Colbert, even though both were pre-planned for him.
The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. Our small, but mighty podcast crew start the episode talking about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois to avoid voting on a new legislative map that would favor the GOP. Governor Pritzker even went […]
New concepts to relocate the county's courts and jails from 201 Poplar and Shelby Farms to a new building in North Memphis was presented to Shelby County lawmakers, with an estimated cost of the 71-acre site at $1.26 billion. So far, it doesn't seem higher taxes will be the way to pay. Also on the show, we react to Marsha Blackburn announcing her TN Governor campaign, JB Pritzker getting surprisingly tested by Stephen Colbert, and a third rubber phallic attack in a WNBA game. We also give you today's Wheel of Weird story: Pet Sounds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. Our small, but mighty podcast crew start the episode talking about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois to avoid voting on a new legislative map that would favor the GOP. Governor Pritzker even went […]
00000198-7fc0-d584-abd9-7fe2fe800000https://www.wvik.org/podcast/good-morning-from-wvik-news/2025-08-06/illinois-gov-jb-pritzker-floats-redrawing-congressional-maps-to-counter-texas-republicansJoseph LeahyIllinois Gov. JB Pritzker floats redrawing congressional maps to counter T
Mike Ferguson in the Morning - Susan Pendergrass of Show Me Institute discusses the failures of St. Louis Public Schools- Will MAGA continue after President Trump's term ends?- Illinois Freedom Caucus member Rep Chris Miller talks about what JB Pritzker's up to...-Should AI be utilized by mental health therapists?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com
0:00 - These socialists are giddy that Zohran Mamdani's NYC could provide "free" sex-change surgeries 9:24 - Maddow: while the world was turning and you were falling in love a dictatorship befell America 26:59 - Texas House Democrats flee state to block Monday GOP redistricting 58-vote 46:30 - Why the Right Is Obsessed With Thinness - The New York Times 01:03:37 - In Depth History w/ Frank From Arlington Heights 01:06:27 - Liel Leibovitz, editor at large for Tablet and host of the “Rootless” podcast. He joined Dan Proft to talk about his column: No Chosen, No “Almost Chosen” 01:27:17 - Ted Dabrowski is President at Wirepoints, Inc. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to the comments by Delia Ramirez: "I am a proud Guatemalan before I am an American." and the sluggish job growth in Illinois under Governor Pritzker 01:43:08 - Dean Spears is Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Texas at Austin and co-author of After the Spike: Population, Progress, and the Case for People. 02:00:44 - John Tamny is editor of RealClearMarkets, Director of the Center for Economic Freedom at FreedomWorks and author of The Money Confusion: How Illiteracy about Currencies and Inflation Sets the Stage for the Crypto RevolutionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ryan Wrecker opens with sharp takes on student loan pitfalls and ICE's aggressive recruitment offering hefty signing bonuses tied to loan forgiveness. The political heat rises as Texas Republicans move to arrest absent Democrats who fled to stall redistricting votes, with commentary on the strange theater surrounding the standoff and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker's controversial role. Kim on a Whim dives into the AI arms race, spotlighting the massive salaries for top AI talent, widespread job cuts tied to automation, and the social risks of AI blending work and personal life—including concerns over AI-driven human relationships. Wrapping up, Ryan delivers a fiery rant about new Louisiana laws cracking down on slow drivers in the left lane, advocating tough penalties and poking fun at drivers who treat the passing lane like a parking spot. The hour blends policy, politics, tech, and everyday frustrations with humor and no-nonsense commentary.
Chicago Tribune chief political reporter Rick Pearson joins Jon Hansen to talk about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois (and other states) to avoid a redistricting vote that would favor Republicans. Governor Pritzker says that it’s possible that Illinois may try to counter the GOP effort in Texas.
Chicago Tribune chief political reporter Rick Pearson joins Jon Hansen to talk about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois (and other states) to avoid a redistricting vote that would favor Republicans. Governor Pritzker says that it’s possible that Illinois may try to counter the GOP effort in Texas.
00000198-756a-d967-a19f-f77b32d60000https://www.wvik.org/podcast/good-morning-from-wvik-news/2025-08-04/illinois-gov-jb-pritzker-says-texas-democrats-who-fled-state-will-be-protected-amid-arrest-threatsJoseph LeahyIllinois Gov. JB Pritzker says Texas Democrats who fled state will be prot
The US Supreme Court just set the stage for the biggest change to our congressional maps that we've ever seen, and it's flying completely under the radar. Brian interviews Governors Wes Moore, JB Pritzker, and Kathy Hochul– all of whom discuss their response to Texas redistricting. And Pod Save America's Jon Favreau discusses Trump's Epstein scandal and what's next for Kamala Harris.Shop merch: https://briantylercohen.com/shopYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/briantylercohenTwitter: https://twitter.com/briantylercohenFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/briantylercohenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/briantylercohenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/briantylercohenNewsletter: https://www.briantylercohen.com/sign-upWritten by Brian Tyler CohenProduced by Sam GraberRecorded in Los Angeles, CASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
C'est une enquête fouillée du Financial Times sur le trafic d'armes à destination des gangs. Le journal a tenté de remonter la filière, ces armes de gros calibre venant principalement des États-Unis, et notamment de Floride. Selon un expert interrogé par le Financial Times, ces armes changent totalement la donne : elles donnent aux gangs une puissance de feu supérieure à celle de la police haïtienne. D'après le journal, ce qui « alimente le bain de sang » dans le pays (plus de 5 000 meurtres en 2024 selon l'ONU), c'est justement l'arsenal croissant d'armes de type militaires des gangs. Ces armes sont transportées de Miami en Haïti par bateau dans les containers. Miami est devenue selon le Financial Times « la principale plaque tournante de la contrebande d'armes vers Haïti ». Ce trafic est facilité par la législation de Floride, très laxiste en la matière. La cruelle médiatisation des Vénézuéliens expulsés au Salvador C'est le rendez-vous de l'été : tous les vendredis, les journalistes de RFI qui couvrent l'actualité des Amériques viennent nous parler de ce qui les a marqués cette année sur le continent. Lila Olkinuora revient sur la méditation de l'expulsion de migrants Vénézuéliens au Salvador. En mars 2025, Kristi Noem, secrétaire à la Sécurité intérieure des États-Unis, s'est rendue au Salvador pour visiter le CECOT, une gigantesque prison de haute sécurité inaugurée en 2023. Dans une mise en scène soigneusement calibrée, elle apparaît en haut blanc impeccable, casquette vissée sur la tête et montre de luxe au poignet, face à des dizaines de détenus au crâne rasé et tatouages dissimulés sous des masques chirurgicaux. Objectif : envoyer un message clair aux migrants potentiels et aux criminels présumés. Une médiatisation alimentée aussi par le président salvadorien Nayib Bukele. Il a diffusé sur X la vidéo de l'arrivée de 238 prisonniers transférés des États-Unis : menottés, encadrés par des militaires armés, têtes rasées sous des néons, vêtus de blanc et dirigés vers leurs cellules. Ces images, au ton spectaculaire et martial, s'inscrivent dans la communication musclée que Nayib Bukele entretient quotidiennement sur les réseaux sociaux. Une stratégie qui lui vaut plus de 80% d'opinions favorables dans son pays, mais qui inquiète les organisations de défense des droits humains : près de 3% de la population adulte est aujourd'hui emprisonnée au Salvador. La réforme constitutionnelle au Salvador : « ce soir, la démocratie est morte » Le Parlement salvadorien, dominé par les partisans du président Nayib Bukele, a adopté hier (31 juillet 2025) une réforme constitutionnelle qui abolit la limite du nombre de mandats du chef de l'État et lui permet de se représenter indéfiniment. Cette réforme a été adoptée par les 57 députés pro-Bukele, les trois seuls élus d'opposition ayant voté contre. Elle prévoit aussi l'abolition du second tour de scrutin, et l'allongement du mandat présidentiel de cinq à six ans. Cette réforme fait beaucoup réagir dans la presse salvadorienne. La Prensa Gráfica dénonce la décision de la majorité parlementaire, qu'elle considère comme un grave recul démocratique. Dans son éditorial, le quotidien estime que les mesures adoptées visent à consolider un pouvoir hégémonique, réduire la concurrence électorale et caler le calendrier politique sur les besoins du président et de son parti au détriment des institutions démocratiques. Le journal met en garde contre une concentration du pouvoir qui fragilisera l'espace civique. Le risque, écrit-il, c'est de transformer le système en un quasi-parti unique. Dans le quotidien El Mundo, la députée d'opposition Marcela Villatoro accuse le gouvernement d'avoir – je cite – « fait tomber les masques ». Désormais, selon elle, les élections ne seront plus qu'un simulacre démocratique, le pouvoir étant réservé à quelques-uns. Et d'ajouter : « Ce soir, je peux dire qu'il est déjà trop tard… En cette fin de journée, la démocratie dans ce pays est morte. » Kamala Harris et Joe Biden reviennent sur le devant de la scène L'ancienne vice‑présidente et candidate malheureuse à la présidentielle de 2024 publiera le 23 septembre 2025 un livre intitulé 107 Days – 107 jours – dans lequel elle revient sur la campagne présidentielle la plus courte de l'histoire récente du pays. Selon le New York Times, ce récit est nourri de souvenirs et de réflexions sur l'avenir. Et d'après l'éditeur Simon & Schuster, il se distingue des mémoires politiques classiques, avec un ton qui rappelle plutôt une série comme The West Wing. Pour donner à ses souvenirs une touche plus romanesque, Kamala Harris a même collaboré avec la romancière Geraldine Brooks, prix Pulitzer. Et cette annonce de livre tombe au moment où Kamala Harris confirme qu'elle ne sera pas candidate au poste de gouverneure de Californie en 2026. Un choix qu'elle a expliqué hier soir dans le Late Show de Stephen Colbert, où elle est venue présenter son ouvrage. Ses propos, en tout cas, laissent la porte grande ouverte à une candidature pour 2028. Et c'est loin de faire l'unanimité dans le camp démocrate. Beaucoup voudraient tourner la page de 2024, explique Politico. D'autant que Joe Biden lui aussi revient sur le devant de la scène : ses récentes attaques contre Donald Trump sont largement reprises par les médias. Une présence persistante qui complique la tâche de nouvelles figures démocrates qui aimeraient s'imposer pour 2028. Politico cite notamment les gouverneurs Andy Beshear du Kentucky, JB Pritzker de l'Illinois et le sénateur Ruben Gallego de l'Arizona, qui multiplient les déplacements et les prises de position. L'élevage intense du saumon au Chili inquiète les pécheurs Le Chili est le deuxième producteur de saumons d'élevage au monde, après la Norvège. Il en produit plus d'un million de tonnes par an, et la majorité est exportée vers les États-Unis, le Canada ou encore la Chine. C'est une industrie en pleine croissance. Les entreprises se déploient désormais vers l'extrême sud et la région de Magellan. Problème : les pêcheurs, communautés autochtones et organisations de défense d'environnement dénoncent une industrie polluante qui détruit les écosystèmes marins de Patagonie. Un reportage de Marion Esnault. Journal de la 1ère La Martinique lance une campagne contre la violence.
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Chicago Way w/John Kass (07/21/25): On this episode, Ted Dabrowski of Wirepoints.com joins John Kass & Jeff Carlin to highlight how Governor JB Pritzker is delusional about Illinois’ status as an ‘economic powerhouse’ and to warn the voters of New York City about the perils of electing unserious socialists. Plus, Kasso offers a hat-tip to […]