Podcast appearances and mentions of Hans von Spakovsky

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor & Julie Gunlock discussed: WMAL GUEST: HANS VON SPAKOVSKY (Senior Legal Fellow, The Heritage Foundation) on Election Integrity CBS NEWS: Government Shutdown Nears Possible End as Key House Panel Advances Senate-Passed Funding Bill WMAL GUEST: REP. ANDY HARRIS (R-MD & Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus) on the Shutdown Vote Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, 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: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government shutdown was the longest in history, and it's shifted the focus of the President, and Americans, to domestic priorities. Legal expert Hans Von Spakovsky is here to talk tariff legality.

Senior Legal Fellow at Heritage, Hans Von Spakovsky says that so far, it seems the justices are leaning toward a curtail, partial or fully, of Trump's tariff power.

WMAL GUEST: HANS VON SPAKOVSKY (Senior Legal Fellow, The Heritage Foundation) WEBSITE: Heritage.org/Staff/Hans-von-Spakovsky SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/HvonSpakovsky Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, 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: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heritage Foundation's Hans Von Spakovsky,Center for Security Policy's J. Michael Waller, FAIR's Hannah Davis, Alvin Lui, Senator Ron Johnson, Rep Glenn Grothman

Marc Cox talks with Hans von Spakovsky about the ongoing fight over the Affordable Care Act, the spike in Supreme Court emergency cases, and a key religious liberty lawsuit involving a Rastafarian prisoner. Hans also weighs in on the government shutdown and how possible filibuster changes could shape future political battles.

Marc Cox kicks off the show with an update on his duck hunting accident that left him with 6 broken ribs and 4 days in Barnes hospital, along with reaction to the latest government shutdown deal and Zohran Mamdani's socialist style housing push in New York. Hans Von Spakovsky joins to discuss court battles over the Affordable Care Act, Supreme Court action, religious liberty, and the political strategy behind the shutdown. Hour 3 features Bill Eigel previewing the Veterans Freedom Fest and Dr. Marc Siegel sharing insights from his new book, “The Miracles Among Us,” on the connection between faith and modern medicine, before wrapping with a Buck Dont Give a ____ segment. In Hour 4, Fox News Radio's Ryan Schmelz breaks down the government funding fight, Tom Ackerman stops by with sports from Mizzou, SLU, and a St. Louis World Series win, and the show celebrates Toasted Ravioli Week with Liz Huff from St. Louis Magazine and Michael Saracino from Bartolino's.

There's still a lot of post mortem going on surrounding Tuesday's Democrat victories. The former co-chair of the RNC and one of the architects of President Trump's sweeping victory in 2024 - Lara Trump - weighs in on the road to victory for the GOP's future, what we can learn from Tuesday, and should the GOP do away with the filibuster? President Trump very much wants to but what will that mean for the future of politics? Or are we in such a serious time it's the only option for real reforms before next year's elections. Was Prop 50 in California legal? Hans Von Spakovsky joins the show to unpack the legitimacy of Democrats attempts to redraw the congressional map in their state. And will SCOTUS overturn President Trump's signature tariff strategy for turning the economy around? Michael O'Neill - VP of Landmark Legal Foundation gets down into the justices' comments yesterday to read the tea leaves. -For more info visit the official website: https://chrisstigall.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisstigallshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisStigallFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.stigall/Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/StigallPodListen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/StigallShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It will come down to a few key questions, like, what constitutes and emergency? And are tariffs explicitly granted to the President by Congress? Hans is here to talk it over, as the Supreme Court does the same.

The price of gas is coming down, but will we ever see food prices go down? It's unlikely, and there are good reasons for that. Let's discuss, and then Hans Von Spakovsky is here to talk about tariffs.

Dan is joined by Heritage Foundation attorney Hans von Spakovsky to discuss the SCOTUS situation surrounding tariffs + Mamdani needs money already?!?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hans von Spakovsky joins the show to discuss the upcoming Supreme Court tariff cases, immigration enforcement and self-deportation numbers, and the latest sticking points in the government shutdown fight. He also weighs in on Obamacare subsidies and how changes could affect healthcare costs and coverage.

These same people run the government no matter who is the President, but that's why Trump and Co. are gutting it, and having a tough time doing it, with judges like Boasberg there only to stop or slow it.

Hans Von Spakovsky on Arctic Frost, Rep. Mike Bost on government shutdown, and Joe Concha on democrat messaging on this loaded Annie Frey Show on a Thursday, going into Halloween.

Hans von Spakovsky discusses the U.S. military's interception of drug boats near Venezuela and criticizes Senator Rand Paul's claim that Congress must declare war before such missions. He describes Venezuela as a narco-terrorist state and highlights China's role in producing fentanyl trafficked through Mexico to the U.S. He says the Caribbean military action sends a message to China and Russia. Spakovsky also reacts to John Solomon's report that CIA officials encouraged signatures on the Hunter Biden laptop letter, calling it shocking and worthy of FBI investigation.

Hour 2 opens with reaction to Ben Crump taking the case of Cardinal Ritter football players and a rally for Zoran Momanny in New York. Hans von Spakovsky joins to discuss U.S. military action near Venezuela, drug trafficking, and CIA involvement in the Hunter Biden laptop letter. Dom Savino provides market updates and talks about a possible U.S.–China trade deal along with Halloween candy trends. The hour ends with In Other News including retired officers rescuing a woman and child in New York, research on butt breathing, a UFO tracking app and a survey showing Americans naming anxiety as their top fear.

MacIver Institute's Bill Osmulski, Gubernatorial Candidate Josh Schoemann, Heritage Foundation's Hans Von Spakovsky, Goldwater Institute's Parker Jackson, Senator Ron Johnson, Sheriff David Clarke

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was a federal law designed to end these practices, and ensure that all Americans could exercise the right to vote. It is a law that has had massive impact and been used to reshape America politically, in ways both bad and good. Now, the Supreme Court is hearing a case called Louisiana vs. Callais, which is calling into question how part of the Voting Rights Act is being interpreted. Here to talk about what makes this case so important is Hans von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow, here at the Heritage Foundation. —More about Heritage: www.heritage.orgThe Election Integrity Scorecard: https://www.heritage.org/electionscorecard/Follow Hans on X: https://x.com/HvonSpakovsky—Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was a federal law designed to end these practices, and ensure that all Americans could exercise the right to vote. It is a law that has had massive impact and been used to reshape America politically, in ways both bad and good. Now, the Supreme Court is hearing a […]

Hans von Spakovsky breaks down how dark money networks like Arabella and Tides quietly fund anti-Trump protests with no donor transparency. He explains that while nonprofits can shield domestic donors, foreign governments are legally barred yet globalist and Marxist interests still influence movements through these channels. He compares today's defiance of federal law to past eras including the Civil Rights period and pre-Civil War resistance. Hans ends with a warning about the growing acceptance of political violence.

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: NLPC: Disbarment Sought of Virginia AG Candidate Jay Jones WMAL GUEST: HANS VON SPAKOVSKY (Senior Legal Fellow, The Heritage Foundation) on Yesterday's Supreme Court Arguments Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, 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: Thursday, October 16, 2025 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: HANS VON SPAKOVSKY (Senior Legal Fellow, The Heritage Foundation) BIO: Heritage.org/Staff/Hans-von-Spakovsky SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/HvonSpakovsky Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, 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: Thursday, October 16, 2025 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan talks about the rising insurance rates and Hans von Spakovsky joins the show to discuss the voting distrcits and Ketanji Brown-Jackson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Heritage Foundation' Hans Von Spakovsky, Humanize Today's Wesley Smith, AmericanMind.Org's Kenin Spivak, The Federalist's John Davidson, Senator Ron Johnson, Rep Derrick Van Orden

In this hour we talk about the Government shutdown. Hans Von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation joins the show talking about Federal Judge blocking Trump from sending more troops into Portland and Supreme Court session. Nicole Murray has headlines plus a study finds longer commutes increases risk of insomnia. Finally, In Other News Breakfast scented alarm clocks.

Hans Von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation joins the show talking about Federal Judge blocking Trump from sending more troops into Portland and Supreme Court session.

It's regarding his moves on the government shutdown. To see exactly how this has played out, listen to Annie with Hans Von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at Heritage.

Funny, no bother, not helpful, or they're shameful. If you're thinking they're shameful, you probably already hated the Trump. Joe Concha, Rep. Jason Smith, and Hans Von Spakovsky join the show, the latter saying, "I've never seen as smart or clear a counter move" by Trump, concerning this shutdown.

Marc Cox talks about his Europe trip and local coffee. Hans von Spakovsky analyzes James Comey's indictment, ICE enforcement, and federal authority. Nichole Murray covers concert ticket prices and National Coffee Day, while “In Other News” looks at Ryder Cup sportsmanship and Bad Bunny as the 2026 Super Bowl halftime performer.

Marc Cox and Dan Buck talk with Hans von Spakovsky about James Comey's legal troubles, the statute of limitations, and federal authority to protect ICE agents. They also touch on historical conflicts between state and federal power.

President Trump has instructed his Justice Department to investigate and indict former FBI Director James Comey among other political opponents. Hans is a Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation and he joined Annie to discuss whether this is deserved and what case the Justice Department may have.

In the first hour of today's show Annie discusses the need for all points of view to be heard and respected on college campuses not just those of democratic students. Plus, Hans Von Spakovsky of the Heritage Foundation hops on the show to discuss the Justice Department investigating and possibly indicting former FBI Director James Comey.

Is it right for Trump to instruct the Justice Department to indict his rivals? Annie discusses that with Hans Von Spakovsky of the Heritage Foundation. Plus, Dr. Nicole Saphier details this week's announcement on taking Tylenol while pregnant and Hogan Gidley highlights the discourse across America after Charlie Kirk's assassination. All that and more on today's Annie Frey Show.

Hans von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation joins the show to talk about Visa fee hike, Antifa and more.

Jimmy Kimmel is no longer on. We didn't see this coming. Are there constitutional issues at play here, regarding the first amendment? Hans Von Spakovsky joins, and schools everyone.

The FCC had taken no action and ABC is a private company. These things combine to give a good idea of what market forces were at play in ABC's decision to remove Kimmel.

Marc Cox and Dan Buck deliver a full show that begins with a tribute to Charlie Kirk, reflecting on his assassination, his impact on Turning Point USA, and Erica Kirk's powerful memorial speech. They revisit a June 2024 interview with Kirk, highlighting his views on youth engagement, “woke” culture, and Trump's appeal to young voters. The hosts also break down new polling on poverty and gender, Missouri's redistricting bill, and leadership changes in the state legislature. Hans von Spakovsky of the Heritage Foundation joins to discuss presidential powers, Supreme Court rulings, immigration enforcement, and international trade. State Rep. Chad Perkins explains Missouri's new congressional map and initiative petition reform requiring 50 percent plus one statewide and in five of eight districts. James Hawkins and Mark Kim of Golden Oak Lending review interest rate cuts, housing market trends, and debt consolidation strategies. Tom Ackerman covers the weekend in sports, including Alabama's loss to Florida State, Georgia's dominance over Tennessee, Missouri football, Illinois vs. Indiana, Notre Dame's 0-2 start, and the Cardinals' struggles as they shift focus to rebuilding. The show wraps with Drew Chostner, James Thomas, and Lauren from the St. Louis Bourbon Society previewing the St. Louis Bourbon Festival at the Lemp Mansion, featuring over 600 whiskey samples, VIP experiences, and Code Three Response support for first responders.

In Hour 2, Marc Cox and Dan Buck pay tribute to Charlie Kirk, reflecting on his passing, Erica Kirk's emotional memorial speech, and the explosive growth of Turning Point USA with 32,000 new chapters formed. The hosts highlight his legacy of Christian conservative values before turning to media commentary on the Emmy Awards, including criticism of political statements, Stephen Colbert's win, and Hollywood's liberal leanings. Hans von Spakovsky joins to discuss presidential powers, recent Supreme Court rulings, immigration enforcement, ICE policies, and trade challenges abroad. Nicole Murray follows with business and economic news, covering stock market trends, FAA fines against Boeing, and China's NVIDIA investigation. The hour wraps with “In Other News,” touching on Elon Musk's Tesla stock purchase, the psychology of credit card spending, and celebrity updates including Mike Wolf's car accident, Brad Pitt's daughter changing her last name, and yacht ownership in Hollywood.

Marc Cox and Dan Buck talk with Hans von Spakovsky about crime in Washington DC, the president's authority to deploy the National Guard, and the limits of federal power in the capital. They examine broader presidential powers, including sending troops to cities, imposing tariffs, and firing federal officials. The conversation turns to immigration after a recent Supreme Court ruling on immigration stops, covering reasonable suspicion, ICE worksite checks, and concerns about profiling. Hans also weighs in on trade barriers with the EU, the U.S. trade deficit, potential Federal Reserve rate cuts, and the president's upcoming trip to the UK to discuss the war in Ukraine and international trade.

Han Von Spakovsky joins the Annie Frey show to discuss the tragedies involving Charlie Kirk and 9/11.

Annie is joined by Hans von Spakovsky—senior legal fellow at The Heritage Foundation, former FEC commissioner, and DOJ lawyer—to reflect on a nation reeling from tragedy. With the country already remembering the heartbreak of September 11th, the assassination of Charlie Kirk casts a new and painful shadow. Von Spakovsky offers sharp insight into the dangerous decline of civil discourse, the weaponization of language in politics, and the chilling environment on American college campuses. Together, Annie and Hans examine how rhetoric can fuel violence, the DOJ's troubling priorities, and whether Americans still have the ability—or willingness—to stand together when it matters most.

Marc and Dan talk with Hans von Spakovsky about constitutional interpretation, Supreme Court rulings on immigration, and the role of justices like Amy Coney Barrett, Sonia Sotomayor, and Ketanji Brown Jackson. They also discuss ICE enforcement in Los Angeles, RFK Jr.'s push to investigate pharmaceutical companies, Lara Trump's speech at the Missouri Right to Life fundraiser, and a new IP reform bill.

Hans Von Spakovsky is Senior Legal Fellow at Heritage, here to discuss Trump's legal rights with the Federal Reserve.

First things first, Sen. Lujan of New Mexico grills Secretary Kennedy and one of these two men seems to have a much stronger knowledge of the subject matter. Hans Von Spakovsky is here to discuss the Fed, legally.

"You can go to prison for many years." Hans Von Spakovsky is here to talk about the Fed, and Trump's role in it, and Harris Faulkner of Fox News pays Annie hefty compliments. It's the Annie Frey Show on a Thursday!

In this episode, Lisa interviews Hans von Spakovsky of the Heritage Foundation about Washington D.C.’s governance, rising crime, and nationwide redistricting battles. They highlight how Democrat-led policies—like cash bail elimination and “defund the police”—have fueled D.C.’s crime crisis. The discussion also covers the President’s authority over D.C., the need for federal intervention, and how left-wing immigration and census policies distort congressional representation. They warn that Democrat-driven redistricting and open borders threaten fair elections and public safety, stressing the importance of restoring law and order and protecting the integrity of American democracy. The Truth with Lisa Boothe is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Tuesday & Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump nominates economist E.J. Antoni to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics after record jobs data revisions spark calls for an overhaul of outdated data collection methods. A softer-than-expected inflation report fuels investor optimism, with markets hitting record highs and traders betting heavily on a September Fed rate cut. A Texas map fight escalates into a national gerrymandering war, with blue state governors threatening retaliatory redraws, as President Trump orders a mid-decade census excluding illegal immigrants. Hans Von Spakovsky from the Heritage Foundation breaks out the redistricting drama. Lean: Visit https://TakeLean.com & use code MK20 for 20% offRiverbend Ranch: Visit https://riverbendranch.com/ | Use promo code MEGYN for $20 off your first order.