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This week, Scott sat down with his Lawfare colleagues Benjamin Wittes, Kate Klonick, and newly-minted Senior Editor Molly Roberts to talk through the week's big national security news stories, including:“Peace by Piece.” The first phase of the Trump administration's peace plan for Gaza went into effect on Monday, resulting in the return of the last living hostages held by Hamas to Israel, among other exchanges. President Trump celebrated the moment with a triumphal speech in front of the Israeli Knesset, followed by a peace conference at Sharm el-Sheikh where the United States signed a joint statement with the heads of state of Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey. While much work remains to be done on implementing the deal, even Trump's Democratic political rivals have lauded the deal. How much credit does the Trump administration truly deserve? And where is the conflict likely to head from here?“Un-Civil Service.” Since the U.S. government shut down at the end of September, U.S. agency websites and emails have been plastered with messages unequivocally blaming congressional Democrats and the “radical Left.” It's an unprecedented use of government resources for a set of messages that looks quite political—exactly what the Hatch Act, among other laws, was intended to prevent. Are these messages consistent with the law? “Out of Our Element.” China kicked off a major new phase in its economic war with the United States last week, when it imposed major new export controls and rare earth metals and components derived from them—materials essential to various high-end technologies, including the semiconductors that power artificial intelligence. President Trump has since responded with a threat to impose 100% tariffs on Chinese imports—but what China may really want is a relaxation of export controls on AI-related semiconductors. How big a threat is China's weaponization of its rare earth exports? And how should the United States and its allies respond?In object lessons, Ben shares his new campaign to troll the Russian embassy—an offensive involving 100 dead sunflowers. Kate has an existential crisis over her (old? new? what is time?) college sweatshirt. Scott gets spicy with a plea to listeners about what to do with his abundance of Bhut Jolokia peppers. And Molly brings a bit of beauty to the party with a Prinsesstårta, no doubt something she'll be asked to make for the office.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025Today, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes threatens legal action against Mike Johnson for refusing to swear in Adelita Grijalva; Jack Smith speaks out about his investigations into Donald Trump with former Mueller prosecutor Andrew Weissmann; Stephen Miller has murdered another five people in a Caribbean boat strike; major airports are refusing to play Kristi Noem's propaganda video wrongly blaming Democrats for the shutdown; Maine Governor Janet Mills enters the Senate race against Susan Collins; the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals shoots down a Republican request for a re-hearing of a Pennsylvania voter suppression case; the Supreme Court rejects Alex Jones' bid to appeal his $1.5B defamation loss to Sandy Hook families; Jim Jordan demands testimony from Jack Smith in front of the House Judiciary Committee; a federal judge rules Trump defied a court order over FEMA funding; President Obama endorses yes on Prop 50 in California; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, Helix Sleep20% Off Sitewide, when you go to HelixSleep.com/dailybeansGuest: Proof that Letitia James is Innocent - by Allison GillStoriesArizona attorney general threatens legal action against Mike Johnson for failing to seat Adelita Grijalva | POLITICOU.S. Military Kills 6 People in Boat Attack Near Venezuela, Trump Says | The New York TimesUS court rules Trump violated order by placing conditions on FEMA grants | Donald Trump News | Al JazeeraMultiple airports refuse to play DHS video blaming Democrats for government shutdown | CBS NewsHatch Act Overview | U.S. Office of Special CounselGood TroubleCall Your Airport. 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This week, Scott sat down with his Lawfare colleagues Benjamin Wittes, Kate Klonick, and newly-minted Senior Editor Molly Roberts to talk through the week's big national security news stories, including:“Peace by Piece.” The first phase of the Trump administration's peace plan for Gaza went into effect on Monday, resulting in the return of the last living hostages held by Hamas to Israel, among other exchanges. President Trump celebrated the moment with a triumphal speech in front of the Israeli Knesset, followed by a peace conference at Sharm el-Sheikh where the United States signed a joint statement with the heads of state of Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey. While much work remains to be done on implementing the deal, even Trump's Democratic political rivals have lauded the deal. How much credit does the Trump administration truly deserve? And where is the conflict likely to head from here?“Un-Civil Service.” Since the U.S. government shut down at the end of September, U.S. agency websites and emails have been plastered with messages unequivocally blaming congressional Democrats and the “radical Left.” It's an unprecedented use of government resources for a set of messages that looks quite political—exactly what the Hatch Act, among other laws, was intended to prevent. Are these messages consistent with the law? “Out of Our Element.” China kicked off a major new phase in its economic war with the United States last week, when it imposed major new export controls and rare earth metals and components derived from them—materials essential to various high-end technologies, including the semiconductors that power artificial intelligence. President Trump has since responded with a threat to impose 100% tariffs on Chinese imports—but what China may really want is a relaxation of export controls on AI-related semiconductors. How big a threat is China's weaponization of its rare earth exports? And how should the United States and its allies respond?In object lessons, Ben shares his new campaign to troll the Russian embassy—an offensive involving 100 dead sunflowers. Kate has an existential crisis over her (old? new? what is time?) college sweatshirt. Scott gets spicy with a plea to listeners about what to do with his abundance of Bhut Jolokia peppers. And Molly brings a bit of beauty to the party with a Prinsesstårta, no doubt something she'll be asked to make for the office.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Today's Headlines: Hamas returned the bodies of four more Israeli hostages after Israel accused them of dragging their feet on the peace deal and threatened to slash humanitarian aid. Two American hostages' remains are still missing. Trump's foreign policy victory lap took a turn when he threatened to cut aid to Argentina if voters don't reelect his ally Javier Milei—right after the U.S. basically bailed out Argentina's economy. Meanwhile, the U.S. military struck another “drug boat” off Venezuela, killing six, and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth tried (and failed) to force journalists to sign gag agreements for Pentagon access—OANN was the only one to comply. Over at DHS, Secretary Kristi Noem produced an airport PSA blaming Democrats for the government shutdown, violating the Hatch Act so hard that airports are refusing to air it. Trump posthumously gave the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk, then revoked visas for six foreigners who allegedly mocked his death. A leak of 28,000 messages from Young Republican leaders exposed months of racist, antisemitic, and violent rants—including one participant who works in the Trump administration. In Pennsylvania, the man who set Governor Josh Shapiro's house on fire pleaded guilty to attempted murder and arson. And in Alaska, a typhoon killed at least one and displaced over 1,400 people, while OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that ChatGPT will now allow erotica for verified adults. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: WSJ: Torment Goes On for Families of Hostages Fighting to Get Bodies Back - WSJ AP News: Trump threatens to pull support for Argentina if its politics move leftward AP News: US kills 6 people in strike on boat accused of carrying drugs near Venezuela, Trump says AP News: News organizations, including Hegseth's former employer Fox, reject new Pentagon reporting rules AP News: Some airports refuse to play Noem video on shutdown impact, saying it's political Politico: ‘I love Hitler': Leaked messages expose Young Republicans' racist chat NBC News: Man pleads guilty in arson attack on Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence CNN: 1 killed, dozens rescued after storm slams western Alaska leaving thousands displaced Axios: OpenAI's Sam Altman says ChatGPT will add erotica for adult users Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What in the heck happened to the Secret Garden Cafe & Bar? We broke the story of the very popular spot's sudden closure last week — and staff are wondering if it was connected to their recent unionizing efforts. Then, DIA and the Colorado Springs Airport have chosen not to air a new video of Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem blaming the government shutdown on Democrats, but each for different reasons. Host Bree Davies and producer Olivia Jewell Love dig into these stories, plus share some listener comments on coffee and a Love is Blind contestant's allegedly bad driving. Bree mentioned the Hatch Act and artist Cal Duran and the Denverite profile of his mentor, Rita Flores de Wallace, Denver's “First Lady” of Mexican folk art. We also talked about previous City Cast Denver episodes on coffee shops, Love is Blind, and Casa Bonita's roaming characters. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Denver Film Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas:The widespread buzz that Austin State Rep. Gina Hinojosa has been planning a gubernatorial run turns out correct - she announced her run for Governor this morning: https://www.texastribune.org/2025/10/15/gina-hinojosa-texas-governor-campaign-launch-2026-greg-abbott/...We presented the first full-length interview after Hinojosa's announcement earlier today: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-hour-233-rep-gina-hinojosa-announces-run-for-governor/id1552998795?i=1000731974425The Houston Chronicle Editorial Board, noting that a judge has cast serious doubt on Donald Trump's justification for militarizing Chicago, advises Governor Abbott to bring the Texas National Guard troops he sent there back home: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/opinion/editorials/article/texas-national-guard-illinois-lie-abbott-trump-21098977.php...Interestingly, the Oregon National Guard is sending a detachment to Texas - not as a counter-invasion, but as border logistics support: https://www.opb.org/article/2025/10/14/oregon-national-guard-heads-to-texas-border/Airports in Dallas, Austin and San Antonio are declining to run a video of Trump Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the federal government shutdown on Democrats in their TSA security areas: https://www.texastribune.org/2025/10/14/texas-airports-kristi-noem-tsa-video-government-shutdown/...That Noem video may be a violation of the Hatch Act: https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/14/us/kristi-noem-video-airportsNo Kings events, happening nationally on Saturday, include at least 40 across Texas: https://www.nokings.org/#mapIt's almost time to vote! Check out our 2025 Texas Statewide Voting Guide, including a link at the bottom for a printable version you CAN take with you to the polls: https://progresstexas.org/blog/2025-texas-statewide-ballot-guideHouston friends! Join Progress Texas in The Heights on Monday October 20 for our H-Town Hits Back live podcast taping event! Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now: https://act.progresstexas.org/a/houston2025eventThanks for listening! Our monthly donors form the backbone of our funding, and if you're a regular, we'd like to invite you to join the team! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
You might mistake a recent video released by the Department of Homeland Security for an action movie trailer. It shows Border Patrol agents in military fatigues entering an apartment building in South Shore and arresting people alleged to be connected to Tren de Aragua, a Venezuelan gang. Reporting from WBEZ, the Chicago Sun-Times and other outlets confirm that U.S. citizens were detained for hours, some of them in handcuffs and zip ties. None of that was shown. In the Loop talks to Jim Warren with NewsGuard and security affairs expert Robert Pape of UChicago about whether or not the federal government's videos of immigration raids – such as the one in South Shore – amount to propaganda about Chicago crime and immigrants. For a full archive of In The Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.
SUBSCRIBE TO JORDAN'S FREE NEWSLETTER. Get the facts, without the spin. UNBIASED offers a clear, impartial recap of US news, including politics, elections, legal news, and more. Hosted by lawyer Jordan Berman, each episode provides a recap of current political events plus breakdowns of complex concepts—like constitutional rights, recent Supreme Court rulings, and new legislation—in an easy-to-understand way. No personal opinions, just the facts you need to stay informed on the daily news that matters. If you miss how journalism used to be, you're in the right place. In today's episode: Here's What the Democrats Want to Add to the Funding Bill and What Needs to Happen for the Government to Open (1:12) Messages on Federal Agency Websites Blame Democrats for Shutdown; Do These Messages Violate the Hatch Act? Here's What to Know (14:34) Epstein Petition Can't Pass in the House Until Newly-Elected Democrat is Sworn In (21:33) What We Know About the ICE Raid in Chicago; Were Children Really Zip-Tied and Removed from their Parents? (26:54) What to Know About President Trump's Proposal for Israel and Hamas (33:18) Quick Hitters: Federal Judge in Oregon Blocks Deployment of National Guard Troops, Ghislaine Maxwell's Appeal Denied By Supreme Court (42:55) Critical Thinking Segment (45:37) SUBSCRIBE TO JORDAN'S FREE NEWSLETTER. Watch this episode on YouTube. Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok. All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Trump administration is using taxpayer dollars on official websites to blame Democrats and the “Radical Left” for the government shutdown — a move House Democrats and watchdog group Public Citizen say flagrantly violates the Hatch Act. Dina Doll reports. Oneskin: Get 15% OFF OneSkin with the code: MISSTRIAL at https://oneskin.co#oneskinpod Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane
Allein in der letzten Woche hat Trump eine Anklage gegen den ehemaligen FBI-Direktor James Comey erhoben, vorgeschlagen, dass das Militär für den Kampf in von Demokraten geführten Städten gegen US-Bürger trainieren solle, und sich über die Schließung der Regierung gefreut, die seiner Meinung nach die Schuld der demokratischen Senatoren ist, die sich in den Haushaltsverhandlungen geweigert haben, nachzugeben. Und er hofft immer noch, den Friedensnobelpreis zu gewinnen. Außerdem berichtet Wendy über ihre Sichtweise aus den USA und über das schlechte Benehmen der Amerikaner beim Ryder-Cup-Golfturnier.Links:Donald Trump in the Grim Reaper- themed, AI-generated music video about Government Shutdown.Credits:Theme Music: Reha Omayer, HamburgFind us on:Facebook: AmerikaUebersetztTwitter: @AUbersetztContact us:amerikauebersetzt@gmail.com
This week on Look Forward, the guys return discuss the insane speeches by both Pete Hegseth and Donald Trump to a room of 800+ active duty generals and admirals, government shutdown is here and who's to blame?, MAGA lunatic does mass shooting inside Mormon church and its almost complete silence from Republicans about it, Mike Johnson slow walks swearing in of Democratic House member because of looming Epstein files release vote, Marjorie Taylor-Greene still sticking to her guns on releasing the Epstein files no matter what, Trump administration is launch "TrumpRx" for lower direct to consumer pharma drugs, medbeds reach the mainstream thanks to sundowning grand in the White House, and much more!Big TopicTrump and Hegseth aim to make the military bend the kneeA Wretched Hive of Scum and VillainyGovernment shutdown looms, do Dems have the balls to let it happen?Looks like they do?What even is the Hatch Act?MAGA lunatic does mass shooting at Mormon churchWhere is the rightwing outpouring of support for victims?Where is the wall to wall coverage?Democrats release more Epstein files informationRepublicans aren't swearing in new Dem to stop Epstein files voteMTG might be the most interesting Congressperson involved in all of thisFast Corruption and Faster Screw-UpsAgriculture Secretary knows soybeans situation is horribleSundowning Grandpa thinks he approved medbedsTrumpRx, yeah good luck with all thatHarvard trade schools…man, I guessYouTube settles a lawsuit they already wonI'd really rather deal with the Chinese government versionWhat's Dumber, A Brick or A Republican?Yeah you read that right
Greg sums up the discussions we have heard today from both sides of the aisle around the government shutdown and whether the messaging put on government websites pointing fingers across the aisle has the potential to be a violation of the Hatch Act.
Day 2 of the Government Shutdown UT Democratic Chair Brian King on Government Shutdown and the battle of Utah's Congressional Maps AP's review of UVU's security gaps COVID-19 shots available without a prescription in Utah Ice Castles freeze operations in Midway due to warmer temps "Behind Movie Ratings" A conference special brought to you by Andy Farnsworth Maria Shilaos on Dealing with Grief Website banners on government sites spark concerns around the 1939 Hatch Act
KMOX Legal Analyst Brad Young joins Megan Lynch. He's a partner at Harris, Young & Kayser.
The Department of Justice was unable to secure three high profile indictments from federal grand juries against people accused of assaulting federal agents. Congressional Democrats have launched an investigation into the Trump administration's retreat from public corruption cases.Trump's clash with the courts over the legitimacy of Alina Habba as the US Attorney in New Jersey is grinding criminal proceedings in the state to a halt.Jack Smith's legal team pushes back against the Office of Special Counsel investigation into the former prosecutor for alleged violations of the Hatch Act. Plus listener questions…Do you have questions for the pod? Follow AG Substack|MuellershewroteBlueSky|@muellershewroteAndrew McCabe isn't on social media, but you can buy his book The ThreatThe Threat: How the FBI Protects America in the Age of Terror and TrumpWe would like to know more about our listeners. Please participate in this brief surveyListener Survey and CommentsThis Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon and Supercast Supporters at the Justice Enforcers level and above:https://dailybeans.supercast.techOrhttps://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr when you subscribe on Apple Podcastshttps://apple.co/3YNpW3P
Ep. 385 Jessica Szilagyi returns to cover for the vacationing Ken Pullin. She and Dave discuss Guyton's Hamby saga, disappearing watches, euthanizing sharks, Fulton's refusal to follow a court order, hit and gun, students feel unsafe around cops, and Georgia's income tax. This Week's Deep Dive: The Hamby Saga Continues: Get the full breakdown on suspended Gayton Councilman Theodore Hamby's ongoing legal issues, including credit card fraud accusations, ethics violations, and his denied change of venue request. The hosts discuss the absurdity of his defenses and his repeated failures to heed advice, highlighting the implications of his youth in politics. Ghislaine Maxwell Tapes: Explore the new interview tapes where Maxwell claims neither Bill Clinton nor Donald Trump visited "the island." Dave and Jessica challenge the "no list" narrative against the existence of flight manifests and discuss Prince Andrew's alleged involvement. John Bolton's House Raid: Unpack the speculation surrounding the FBI raid on John Bolton's home. Theories range from document issues to Hatch Act violations, with commentary on political alliances and their transient nature. Cracker Barrel Sign Controversy: Discuss the viral internet backlash over Cracker Barrel's perceived sign change. The hosts question the decision's cost and necessity, emphasizing the brand's broad appeal across demographics. Death of a Georgia Aquarium Whale Shark: A sad farewell to Taroko, the beloved whale shark rescued 20 years ago. Learn about the challenges of caring for critically endangered species in captivity. Fulton County Election Board Appointments: Dive into the controversy as Fulton County Commissioners defy a judge's order to appoint Republicans to the board of elections, raising serious questions about election integrity and accountability. Effingham County "Hit and Gun" Incident: A shocking road rage incident where a gun was fired. Discuss the aggravated assault charges against Mr. Dillard and the debate over his denied bond, comparing it to other cases in the judicial circuit. Gwinnett Schools Unarmed Security: Gwinnett County schools opt for unarmed security guards, a decision influenced by student discomfort with guns. The hosts critically analyze this policy's impact on safety and the perception of police. The End of Georgia Income Tax? Examine the legislative push to reduce Georgia's income tax to zero. The conversation highlights the critical difference between a simple vote and a constitutional amendment for permanent elimination, with insights into political strategy. JD Vance in Peachtree City: A brief mention of JD Vance's visit and efficient rally logistics. James Comey - The "Swifty": The podcast's "mule of the week" segment critiques former FBI Director James Comey's "creepy" video confessing his admiration for Taylor Swift and her music as a source of courage.
The Hatch Act, which limits political activity by federal employees, is an issue in the Fredericksburg City Council races. Councilwoman Susanna Finn says she remains a candidate. Other topics include data centers, historic preservation, and the challenges facing local government.
I wonder what they're going to talk about way up North? There will be serious issues covered. What a shame she can't go. The historic meeting has lots of wrinkles. Fun gathering in a safe satellite geometry. Also a lack of undersea cables. The aliens in DC look like black people. That is a The great op. Frankincense and Myrrh offers a sleeping breath. Special blankets from grandma. DOGE is a target again. The Hatch Act will be involved. What they are saying is new, is definitely not. Shutting down unwanted narratives. How are you productive to society? The President will tell us everything. Nobody else is any good. We need a third option. If you are there to solve a problem, you think about humanity. The face skin that has never looked so good. A newly neutralized Turkey will be a topic in Alaska. Let's pretend the aliens show up. What would they look like? Staying silent on the reactive events. Don't fly Alaska Airlines. MI6 is doing a lot of shit right now. it's going to be a fun 911 this year. It's all happening right now. Critical thinking by people who share frog memes. Watch cringe story reels for a fun evening. True Journalism means being unbounded. It's principal first, and then you must add the large doses of perseverance.
Accountability or weaponization? That's the question Andrew and Mary tackle in their 150th episode together, starting with the distraction of the Office of the Special Counsel's investigation into Jack Smith for possible Hatch Act violations. In other DOJ related matters, they give some context to the Trump administration's continued battle to keep Alina Habba, a Trump ally, as New Jersey U.S. Attorney, just as The Legal Accountability Center filed bar complaints against lawyers who have represented Trump's White House in court. In another sideshow, Andrew and Mary break down what to make of a report on the “Clinton Plan” emails, declassified amid the Epstein controversy. And last up, they detail the decision out of the 9th Circuit Court which upheld a pause on ICE raids in California. Further Reading: Here is the piece Andrew and his colleague Ryan Goodman wrote for Just Security in October 2024: Refuting the Latest Baseless Attacks Against Special Counsel Jack SmithHere is the 9th Circuit Court decision on ICE Raids: Appeal from the United States District Court for the Central District of California And some exciting news: tickets are on sale now for MSNBC Live – our second live community event featuring more than a dozen MSNBC hosts. The day-long event will be held on October 11th at Hammerstein Ballroom in Manhattan. To buy tickets visit msnbc.com/live25.Want to listen to this show without ads? Sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts.
Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In today's episode, we cover Democrat Congresswoman Declares Loyalty to Guatemala Rep. Delia Ramirez tells a crowd in Mexico that she is "a proud Guatemalan before I'm an American," igniting a backlash and calls to bar dual citizens from serving in Congress. Bryan examines the broader implications for birthright citizenship and national loyalty. Colorado Deputy Faces $50K Fine for Helping ICE A sheriff's deputy is punished for alerting federal agents about an illegal immigrant during a routine traffic stop. Under Colorado's sanctuary laws, notifying ICE is a punishable offense—even when public safety is at stake. Democrats Flee Redistricting Fight as GOP Gains Ground Texas Democrats flee to Illinois to block Republican redistricting efforts that could flip ten House seats. Arrest warrants are issued, and Democratic leaders admit they are losing the map battle. A new Supreme Court case may further erode their electoral strongholds. Obama and Biden Officials Face Grand Jury Investigation Attorney General Pam Bondi confirms a criminal investigation into the origins of the Trump-Russia probe. Subpoenas are expected for former Obama-era officials, including James Comey, John Brennan, and possibly Barack Obama himself. Jack Smith Under Federal Investigation Special Counsel Jack Smith, known for prosecuting Trump, is now being investigated for violating the Hatch Act and abusing power for political purposes. His case joins a growing list of state and federal probes into Democrat-led lawfare. Fed Officials Shrug Off Jobs Report Despite a grim employment picture, top Federal Reserve leaders insist the labor market is strong and downplay the need for rate cuts. Bryan breaks down how this could hurt American families and delay needed economic relief. Chinese Billionaire Buys Land Next to U.S. Water Supply In Nashua, New Hampshire, a Chinese company purchases land adjoining a municipal water system, paying $67 million for a $15 million property. The FBI is silent, and lawmakers question why a known national security risk was allowed. Trump Pushes for China Trade Deal Amid Rare Earth Crisis Talks with Beijing continue as the White House tries to secure critical minerals for U.S. industries. China remains defiant, cutting off supplies to the military and holding back essential exports needed for weapons and AI development. Trump Slaps Higher Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Trade talks collapse after India refuses to stop buying Russian energy or open markets to U.S. agriculture. The new tariff rate is still being finalized but will impact electronics and textiles, including iPhone supply chains. Israel to Fully Occupy Gaza Prime Minister Netanyahu moves to seize the last 25 percent of Gaza, aiming to dismantle Hamas and rescue remaining hostages. With U.S. backing, this full-scale operation could mark a turning point in the conflict. Trump Greenlights Nuclear Power on the Moon NASA announces a plan to install a 100-kilowatt nuclear reactor at Shackleton Crater by 2030 to power a permanent U.S. moon base. This project is key to outpacing China in the race for lunar dominance and eventual Mars missions. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32
SEASON 4 EPISODE 1: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:45) SPECIAL COMMENT: The Jobs Report will now be handled by the same guy who keeps score when Trump plays golf. But first, the unexplained move of Ghislaine Maxwell from near Alligator Alcatraz to Club Fed was just beginning to calm down when Trump detonated on Lenard McKelvey (political commentary name Charlamagne Tha God). All Charlamagne had done was to go on Fox News and claim to Lara Trump “I think that traditional conservatives are going to take the Republican Party back. I think there’s a political coup going on right now in the Republican Party that people aren’t paying attention to… we have the opportunity to have, like, a huge reset.” Trump has never known when to leave bad enough alone, but this time he just hit the side of the hornets’ nest with his tie. Called him “racist sleazebag… low IQ individual… has no idea what words are coming out of his mouth… knows nothing about me… this dope.” So now millions of people who DIDN’T know an often conservative, Trump-accepting-if-not-supporting African American was describing a Republican Palace Coup AGAINST TRUMP OVER EPSTEIN… have THAT new Trumpsteen tendril to ponder. Let’s sort this out. Somebody had to change Maxwell’s status as a registered sex offender to get her transferred to an all-women, all-white collar criminals, minimum security facility. She might no longer BE a registered sex offender; that could be a free sample offered by Trump if she’ll lie for him. The move to the cushier camp could be ANOTHER free sample. Or to make it easier for her to suffer rapid unscheduled disassembly. Also there’s a Trump cover-up OF The Epstein Files, and a Trump cover-up OF HIS OWN NAME IN the Epstein Files, and a Conservative Coup Against Trump OVER The Epsteen files, and the unexplained cushy new home for Epstein’s co-rapist. Oh and the true Orwellian shooting of the statistical messenger. But - you'd forgotten, hadn't you - he's always done this. He did this most infamously as Covid started. B-Block (30:17) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: There's little left for Andrew Cuomo. Apparently that includes flat out making up a story that mayor-to-be-Zamdani has never had a job before. Ryan "Who Put That Porn On The TV Monitor In My Office During The State Education Department Executive Meeting" Walters of Oklahoma doubles down. And the Republicans sure know how to sell American cars: with a picture of a car made in Soviet Russia in 1970 being sold by a Trump that looks like he was made in 1870. C-Block (40:00) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: The teachers of Hackley School in Tarrytown, New York are legendary. Nineteen of them there I graduated fifty years ago were still there the day I gave the Commencement Address thirty years ago. But now we may have lost the last of the greats, at least of that era. Gerry Murphy was the math teacher with empathy. He once recognized he had hit "the math wall" - he recognized I had. If he hadn't, I'd still be there failing that class for the 51st straight year. Gerald Murphy, R.I.P.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Special Counsel Jack Smith is now the focus of an investigation probe. Have the tables turned on him after his relentless pursuit of President Donald Trump? Senator Tom Cotton asked the Office of Special Counsel to investigate Smith for election interference in the 2024 presidential election. The Sekulow team discusses whether Smith violated the Hatch Act, the fallout of President Trump's immunity case, the ACLJ's legal work – and much more.
On the Monday edition, Aaron McIntire covers the U.S. Office of Special Counsel's investigation into former special counsel Jack Smith for possible Hatch Act violations tied to his 2022 probes against Donald Trump. President Trump fires BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer after revised jobs data shows a slowdown, hinting at partisan manipulation. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting shuts down after losing funding, JD Vance jokes about probing UFOs, and a University of Iowa official admits to skirting DEI bans. A tragic church shooting in Seattle and Jared Allen's heartfelt NFL Hall of Fame speech round out the show. Jack Smith, Hatch Act, Donald Trump, Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs report, illegal immigration, Corporation for Public Broadcasting, JD Vance, UFOs, University of Iowa, DEI, Seattle
In this episode, Brian Karem, John T. Bennett, and Mark Zaid discuss the week's significant news events, focusing on Donald Trump's firing of the BLS commissioner, the implications for the Republican Party, and the ongoing investigation into Jack Smith. They also touch on Kamala Harris's comments about the broken political system and the challenges facing the Democratic Party in messaging and connecting with voters. The conversation highlights the tension between facts and political narratives, the impact of Trump's actions on governance, and the need for effective communication in politics.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcastFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jatqpodcast.bsky.socialIntragram: https://www.instagram.com/jatqpodcastYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET7k2_Y9P9Fz0MZRARGqVwThis Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon supporters here:https://www.patreon.com/justaskthequestionpodcastPurchase Brian's book "Free The Press"
In WUWA Bonus Episode 42, we dissect the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady, unpacking the economic pressures driving persistent inflation. We explore high-stakes legal developments, including new charges pressed in headline-grabbing cases and the investigation into former Special Counsel Jack Smith for alleged Hatch Act violations tied to his Trump probes. We also dive into grim polling data for Democrats, revealing voter discontent and political challenges ahead. In our guest interview segment, we are joined by two folks from the local community theatre to discuss their upcoming production of "The Importance of Being Earnet." We close with the Vulcan Mind-meld segment where two shows merge into one, giving us a chance to lighten up a bit and discuss things like movies and nostalgia. Tune in to WUWA Bonus Ep. 42 for sharp insights into these critical issues! Please take a moment to rate and review the show and then share the episode on social media. You can find me on Facebook, X, Instagram, GETTR, TRUTH Social and YouTube by searching for The Alan Sanders Show. And, consider becoming a sponsor of the show by visiting my Patreon page!!
Greg Belfrage gives his final thoughts on the day's news including Elon Musk and Boosting, Jack Smith and Hatch Act, the attempted assassination and the secret service, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Companies announce price increases to offset tariff costs amid trade war; Office of Special Counsel says it's opened Hatch Act probe of Jack Smith; Raging wildfires fuel air quality concerns in US Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
As Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs go into effect, a federal appeals court is deciding whether a bulk of Trump's tariffs are even legal. Neal Katyal joins The Weekend to discuss the legal challenge brought against the president's ability to set tariffs. The U.S. Senate voted to confirm Jeanine Pirro, a former Fox News host who has defended Trump for years, as U.S. attorney for Washington, DC. The news comes after the U.S .Office of Special Counsel announced it was launching an investigation into Jack Smith, the former special counsel who previously indicted President Donald Trump, over an alleged violation of the Hatch Act. Andrew Weissmann joins The Weekend to discuss the President's use of the DOJ.
Hill Republicans are eager to get their reconciliation mega bill to President Donald Trump's desk by July 4th. But the Senate parliamentarian has deemed large sections of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee's portion of the bill in violation of reconciliation budget rules. POLITICO's James Bikales digs into the measures deemed prohibited, what comes next and what this setback means for the GOP's “energy dominance” plans. Plus, an EPA staff union has filed a Hatch Act complaint claiming that Administrator Lee Zeldin's weekly newsletter may be unlawful partisan activity. James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO. Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
David Waldman WILL RETURN from the Virgin Islands tomorrow! Meanwhile, let's take on an evergreen topic, the complete and utter corruption of Donald K. Trump and how that has infected every facet of American government. Ex-prosecutors are raising alarms over Ed Martin, who everyone, including Ed Martin, will tell you is anti-law/pro-Trump. White House aide Lynne Patton was suspended for violation of the Hatch Act. Strange, because who in the Trump administration hasn't violated the Hatch Act, and more vigorously? It's pretty much a job requirement. DOGEy lawyer Jeremy Lewin is a violent racist, also no doubt a feature, not a bug, leading to his promotion to lead the wreckage of USAID. The Department of Homeland Security wants to keep the number of people fired from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency a secret.
The Trump Administration has rescinded a rule related to the Hatch Act that now allows federal employees to wear campaign paraphernalia. That is only if the items are not in support of a person who is actively running for office. That may be confusing as potential candidates don't seem to ever stop campaigning in this era of influencer and branding. For some explanation of this move and what it could potentially mean for the Hatch Act overall, Federal News Network's Eric White spoke with Michael Fallings, Managing Partner at the law firm Tully Rinckey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Trump administration has reversed course on recent reforms of the Hatch Act. The Office of Special Counsel says it's returning to the status quo for two major changes announced last May. Here with more on what this means for federal employees Federal News Network's executive editor Jason Miller.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
All over the place with a bit of Rob's work situation, Autism and Vaccines, The Hatch Act, Luigi Mangione, Alabama Abortions and a lot of Tesla and Elon
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President Trump has been firing various Federal officials, many of whom serve pursuant to statutes that claim to provide protection against firing without cause. One of the most prominent, Hampton Dellinger, who served as Special Counsel of the United States, took the President to Court, winning at the Federal District Court before losing on appeal. Why did he sue? Why did he drop his case? What are the implications for the other firings being contested, and what does it mean for the office of the Special Counsel itself? The Special Counsel is a haven for whistleblowers; does that, along with the statutes' clear intent, offer him any protection? The Special Counsel also enforces the Hatch Act; we explain many of the ins and outs of that statute and how the history of the civil service is integral to understanding it. Finally, Hampton Dellinger comes from a most distinguished family, and there are some stories to tell on that score. CLE credit is available for lawyers and judges from podcast.njsba.com.
DJT openly defies the Hatch Act as he showcases Tesla vehicles on the White House lawn next to Elon Musk. Also the Republicans lure Senator John Fetterman into their camp to follow the pattern they established with Kyrsten Sinema. GOP Senator Markwayne Mullin from Oklahoma defies Senate dress code rules by sporting a cowboy hat in defense of Fetterman's sloppy attire.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
President Trump speaks with Vladimir Putin on the phone about ending the War in Ukraine the morning after welcoming home Marc Fogel, an American hostage. Border Czar Tom Homan has choice words for the Pope when asked about his immigration stance. Tulsi Gabbard is confirmed as Director of National Intelligence. The left thinks Elon Musk wearing a black MAGA hat in the Oval Office is a violation of the Hatch Act. Will Hamas comply with the Saturday afternoon deadline for a hostage release? One of the judges threatening the Trump Administration with criminal charges sits on the board of an NGO that received money from USAID. The Democrats' star witness for their version of “government oversight” is a literal blind guy. Dem Rep. Garcia tries to pull an inappropriate joke to get back at Marjorie Taylor-Greene.Please visit our great sponsors:All Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/DanaUse code Dana10 for 10% off your entire order. Byrnahttps://byrna.com/dana2025 is a great time to think about your self-defense options. Visit Byrna.com/Dana to receive 10% off your purchase. GoldcoGet your free Gold and Silver kit and see if your order qualifies for a 10% instant match in bonus silver. Visit https://DanaLikesGold.com HumanNhttps://humann.comSupport your metabolism and healthy blood sugar levels with Superberine by HumanN. Find it now at your local Sam's Club next to SuperBeets Heart Chews. KelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.comInnovation. Performance. Keltec. Learn more at KelTecWeapons.com today.Native Pathhttps://GetNativePath.com/DanaStock up on NativePath Collagen for up to 45% off, plus free shipping!Patriot Mobilehttps://patriotmobile.com/DanaMake the switch today and get a FREE MONTH of service with promo code Dana at PatriotMobile.com/Dana.ReadyWisehttps://readywise.comUse promo code Dana20 to save 20% on your entire purchase.Relief Factorhttps://relieffactor.comTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3 week quick start for only $19.95 today! Call 1-800-4-RELIEF or visit ReliefFactor.com Tax Network USAhttps://TNUSA.com/DANADon't let the IRS's aggressive tactics control your life empower yourself with Tax Network USA's support. Call 1(800)958-1000 or visit TNUSA.com/DANA
AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on an ex-FEMA worker and the Hatch Act
Donald Trump held a press conference this week that was so crazy it left the entire world questioning the sanity of the man that is about to become President again. Trump ranted for 70 minutes about everything under the sun, including using military force to take over Greenland and the Panama Canal; windmills; electric heaters that make you "itch"; Hezbollah apparently being part of the Capitol Riot; and how horrible America is. There's no doubt that there's something seriously wrong with this man.As his father escalates his threats to take over Greenland, Donald Trump, Jr. decided to make a visit to the territory this week, but his trip didn't even last a full 24 hours. Junior declared in a video posted on Instagram - that also featured right wing personality Charlie Kirk, for some reason - that the people of Greenland love his father, but that begs the question as to why he was forced to flee after less than a day.After being shot down by the appellate court in New York this week, Donald Trump immediately ran crying to the United State Supreme Court, begging them to halt his criminal sentencing that is scheduled for Friday. Even with the court's conservative majority, they have still ruled against him in this particular case in the past, so it isn't immediately clear if they are going to bail him out.A shocking new report from a DOJ Inspector General says that multiple officials at the Department of Justice during Donald Trump's last year in office attempted to illegally influence the 2020 election. The plan was to release damning information about Democratic governors during the COVID pandemic, but ONLY Democratic governors. The inspector general suggests that not only was this a violation of election laws, but there were also likely multiple Hatch Act violations, as well.Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date on all of Farron's content: https://www.youtube.com/FarronBalancedFollow Farron on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FarronBalancedTwitter: https://twitter.com/farronbalancedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/farronbalancedTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farronbalanced?lang=enText and and let us know your thoughts on today's stories!
Thursday, December 19th, 2024Today, the House Ethics Committee voted in secret December 5th to release the Matt Gaetz report; how we lost an incredibly qualified judge to a broken judicial nomination process; the infamous paper that popularized hydroxychloroquine has finally been retracted; current secretary of the interior and former New Mexico Congresswoman Deb Haaland is eyeing the governor's race in 2026; the Fed cut rates but the market plummeted on the news they'd make fewer rate cuts next year; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You To DeleteMe Get 20 percent off your DeleteMe plan when you go to JOINdeleteMe.com/DailyBeans and use promo code Dailybeans at checkout.Stories:House Ethics Committee set to release investigation report on Matt Gaetz (Jacqueline Alemany and Marianna Sotomayor | The Washington Post)Infamous paper that popularized unproven COVID-19 treatment finally retracted (CATHLEEN O'GRADY | Science.org)The Judge We Could Have Had (Joyce Vance | joycevance.substack.com)Deb Haaland planning run for governor, but could face competition from Martin Heinrich (Dan Boyd | Albuquerque Journal)Follow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote, Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewroteDana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/From The Good NewsPotash facts (natural-resources.canada.ca)Silent heart attack: What are the risks? (Mayoclinic.org)Flow: Nominated for Best International Film (filmindependent.org)Laine Swanson - Floral Anatomy Artist (laineswanson.com)Biden-Harris Administration Outlines “America the Beautiful” Initiative (doi.gov)Threatened Species Status with Section 4(d) Rule for Monarch Butterfly and Designation of Critical Habitat (regulations.gov) Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote, Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewroteDana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts
Oct 26, 2020Flynn's lawyers have until midnight Monday to declare that none of their other documents have been falsified, two Democratic House Committee Chairs verify that Pompeo is under investigation for violations of the Hatch Act, how the Wall Street Journal killed the Russian disinformation attempt by Bannon and Trump, Kushner tells Fox News some racist stuff, how the arrest of one of the Boogaloo Bois shatters Trump's “law & order” facade, one of Trump's impeachment lawyers was involved with the Hunter Biden email operation, Senate candidate Abby Broyles joins us for the Flip it Blue segment, plus Dana Goldberg (@DGComedy) joins AG for Hot Notes and the Good News.Follow our guests on twitter:Frank Figliuzzi (@FrankFigliuzzi1) Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill https://muellershewrote.substack.comhttps://twitter.com/MuellerSheWrotehttps://www.threads.net/@muellershewrotehttps://www.tiktok.com/@muellershewrotehttps://instagram.com/muellershewroteDana Goldberghttps://twitter.com/DGComedyhttps://www.instagram.com/dgcomedyhttps://www.facebook.com/dgcomedyhttps://danagoldberg.comHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts
You do get time to vote, watch the Hatch Act, and much more pre-election information in this edition of the Chapter 49 Podcast. Duncan Giles & Larry Lannan discuss all that and much more.
In the 3rd hour of the Marc Cox Morning Show: * Did Kamala violate the Hatch Act? * Jim Carafano, Heritage Foundation National Security and Foreign Policy advisor, talks with Marc & Kim about Antony Blinken thinking Israel should stop defending the state of Israel and how North Korean Troops have been deployed to Russia * MO Sen. Denny Hoskins calls into the Marc Cox Morning Show to talk about key MO Senate races that are happening, early voting turnout, and the importance of voter IDs * Kim on a Whim, too! Coming Up: Sen. Josh Hawley, Steve May, and Ryan Wiggins
On this episode of the Marc Cox Morning Show. Marc & Kim welcomes: Nicole Murray, Jim Carafano, Denny Hoskins, Sen. Josh Hawley, Ryan Wiggins, and Sue Thomas We also have Kim on a Whim and In Other News with Ethan. Topics for today include: * The Left are really leaning into the 'Look Hollywood Supports Us' * Can the US Military now use lethal force against protesting Americans? * Lines in St Charles for early voting out of control * Can someone famous sway the way you vote? * Did Kamala violate the Hatch Act? * Key MO Senate races * Vote NO on 3 convoy Thanks for listening and make sure to visit 971talk.com for all the latest news.
Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson (retired) joins us once again to give his unvarnished view of the now yearlong ethnic cleansing of Gaza, an assault that has now extended into Lebanon, Syria, and Iran. Plus, our resident constitutional expert, Bruce Fein stops by to give us a quick take on how U.S. material support of the Israeli aggression in Lebanon, an ally of ours, is a clear violation of The Neutrality Act.Lawrence Wilkerson is a retired U.S. Army colonel. Over his 31 years of service, Colonel Wilkerson served as Secretary of State Colin Powell's Chief of Staff from 2002 to 2005, and Special Assistant to General Powell when he was Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 1989 to 1993. Colonel Wilkerson also served as Deputy Director and Director of the U.S. Marine Corps War College at Quantico, Virginia, and for fifteen years he was the Distinguished Visiting Professor of Government and Public Policy at the College of William and Mary. He is currently a Senior Fellow at the Eisenhower Media Network, senior advisor to the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, and co-founder of the All-Volunteer Force Forum. The Jewish state in the Levant is finished. Now, if it wants to be a liberal democracy— if it wants to become a real democracy, it could possibly remain. But this Jewish state, especially in its current manifestation, which is the ultimate manifestation, has ended. It's through. The rest of the world, if nothing else, will terminate it just as it did the South African apartheid state. And it will happen—and it will happen despite the Empire's (The U.S.) protestations to the contrary. In fact, I predict ultimately when the Empire smells the tea leaves, it will probably join the crowd and tell them they have no choice but to be a liberal democracy—to invite what that means, which is ultimately a Palestinian Arab majority, and to even change their name to Israel-Palestine or Palestine-Israel or whatever. That's the future. The future is not Bibi Netanyahu.Col. Lawrence WilkersonNetanyahu talks about Joshua who moved on after Moses had given him instructions, and after the leadership had sort of fallen apart, and Joshua takes over. And they go in, and under God's instructions they are to kill everything in sight— leave no human being alive. And that's Netanyahu. Netanyahu thinks he's a latter-day Joshua, and that's what they're doing. They brought a thousand years of history's most rude, most bloodthirsty, most unbelievable procedures in waging war against another state or another people back into vogue again. And we're supporting it.Col. Lawrence WilkersonBruce Fein is a Constitutional scholar and an expert on international law. Mr. Fein was Associate Deputy Attorney General under Ronald Reagan and he is the author of Constitutional Peril: The Life and Death Struggle for Our Constitution and Democracy, and American Empire: Before the Fall.The Neutrality Act of 1794 in substance prohibits anyone in the United States from directing or supplying arms or assistance— or otherwise engaging in war—that is against a country with which the United States is formally at peace. The United States at present is at peace with Iran. It's at peace with Lebanon. Indeed, Lebanon's an ally. We already know that President Biden had ordered Navy ships to use their Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense in collaboration with Israel to shoot down Iranian missiles—an act of war. And now they basically said we are combatants with Israel and probably planning covertly to join military forces on the next initiative that Israel takes against Iran. So it's a clear violation of the Neutrality Act.Bruce FeinListeners, you have your Senators and Representatives campaigning, as we speak, in your communities. You ask them to come to your town meetings where they can hear you out, and where you require them to respond. This is their moment of vulnerability before the election.Ralph NaderIn Case You Haven't Heard with Francesco DeSantisNews 10/9/241. In These Times reports “U.S. Jewish Institutions Are Purging Their Staffs of Anti-Zionists.” This piece, based on interviews with 18 Jewish professionals at 16 different Jewish organizations over several months, yielded descriptions of “being fired, quitting under pressure, or seeing their roles disappear since October 7 for issues surrounding criticism of Israel or support for a permanent cease-fire.” The magazine identifies this trend as part of “a radical rightward turn in mainstream Jewish organizational life over the past year...[where] Support for Israel and its government's assault on Gaza appear to have become a defining feature of employability.” Shaul Magid, who teaches modern Judaism at Harvard Divinity School is quoted saying “More than an exercise in pro-Israel muscle, this is…an act of desperation. The liberal Zionist center is collapsing.”2. In a statement, the Hind Rajab Foundation – named for the five year-old girl killed by Israeli forces – has filed a complaint with the International Criminal Court accusing 1,000 Israeli soldiers of “war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide in Gaza.” The statement goes on to say “These individuals, all of whom have been identified by name, are accused of participating in systematic attacks against civilians during the ongoing genocide in Gaza,” examples of which include destruction of civilian infrastructure, illegal occupation and looting, and use of inhumane warfare tactics, among others. The Foundation alleges that this complaint is supported by over 8,000 pieces of verifiable evidence, including “videos, audio recordings, forensic reports, and social media documentation.”3. In a clash of the fast food titans, the Washington Post reports McDonald's has filed a lawsuit against Tyson Foods, Cargill, JBS and National Beef Packing alleging that the meat packing giants engaged in a “conspiracy…to fix, raise, stabilize and/or maintain the price of beef…at supra-competitive levels — that is, prices artificially higher than beef prices would have been in the absence of their conspiracy.” In this complaint, McDonald's alleges that “the price per hundred pounds of cattle had historically stayed within $20 to $40 of the average price per hundred pounds of wholesale beef…. [but] By 2021, the difference had ballooned to $156.50.” The meatpackers have been under increasing scrutiny for the past several years. “In 2020, the Justice Department…sent subpoenas to the four meatpackers in an antitrust probe. A year later, nearly 30 members of Congress sent...a letter, suggesting it was time ‘to determine whether the stranglehold large meatpackers have over the beef processing market violate our antitrust laws and principles of fair competition,'” and in 2022, JBS agreed to a $52.5 million settlement with direct purchasers.4. In the final days before the 2024 election, Republicans are launching a full-scale assault on the regulatory state. The National Review reports House Oversight Committee chairman James Comer is opening an investigation into Federal Trade Commission chair Lina Khan, accusing her of politicizing the agency by appearing at events with progressive lawmakers. These events have centered on policy – an event in Texas with Bernie Sanders and Greg Casar was focused on “corporate power and worker freedom,” while others have dealt with grocery prices, health care, and price gouging, per Punchbowl News – but Comer is alleging that these events were political in nature and thus prohibited by the Hatch Act. Meanwhile Mark Joseph Stern reports “Fourteen Republican attorneys general are suing to block a new [Federal Communications Commission] rule that would prohibit prisons from charging inmates extortionist rates for phone and video calls,” which can cost as much $54 each. It seems unlikely that these attacks on consumer protection rules will deliver political dividends for Republicans come November.5. In another bizarre GOP misstep, Indiana Senator Mike Braun recently said “the U.S. Supreme Court was wrong to legalize interracial marriage in…1967,” and that the decision should have “instead been left to individual states,” FOX59 Indianapolis reports. Braun then tied himself in knots saying that he condemned “racism in any form” but maintained that “We're better off having states manifest their points of view.” The Indiana Democratic Party condemned Braun's statements, calling his rhetoric “an endorsement of…dangerous white nationalist views.”6. Airline Geeks reports “Boeing has cut health care coverage for 33,000 of its workers and their families as [the] machinists union strikes continue to halt production in the Pacific Northwest.” International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers International President Brian Bryant responded to this clear attempt at strikebreaking by saying “Boeing executives cannot make up their mind…One day they say they want to win back the trust of their workforce. The next moment…Boeing executives are…tripping over dollars to get pennies by cutting a benefit that is essential to the lives of children and families, but is nothing compared to the cost of the larger problems Boeing executives have created …over the last ten years. Their missteps are costing not just the workers but our nation.” The Machinists have been on strike since September 13th, and Bryant said “Our members continue to be strong in their resolve and will not settle for anything but a fair contract that recognizes and rewards the critical and dedicated work they perform.”7. According to Documented NY, “U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has run a secretive program for years where ICE agents have trained hundreds of civilian volunteers on how to operate multiple types of firearms, conduct investigations and surveillance of immigrants, and use lethal force on human beings.” Documents from this quasi-fascist program, revealed via FOIA request on October 1st, include “detailed images showing where to strike with a baton or a weapon to cause differentiated harms on the body…presentations on how to shoot a gun, point at targets, and stand in positions to fire…[with] One presentation slide suggest[ing] yelling ‘drop the gun' as a potential cover when employing lethal force against someone.” Ian Head, Open Records project manager at the Center for Constitutional Rights, calls this “a violent and racist program, where people pretending to be violent ICE officers got to hold guns and fire them in role-play situations where agents pretended to be immigrants.”8. More fascist news comes to us from Canada, where the Ottawa Citizen reports “The Department of Canadian Heritage is being told that more than half of the 550 names on the Memorial to the Victims of Communism should be removed because of potential links to the Nazis or questions about affiliations with fascist groups, according to government records.” Documents show the department had already determined that 50 to 60 of the names or organizations were directly linked to the Nazis. As the article notes, “The memorial was supposed to be unveiled in November 2023 but…was put on hold after members of Parliament honoured Yaroslav Hunka, a Ukrainian soldier with the Waffen-SS Galicia Division, a voluntary unit that was under the command of the Nazis. That incident became an international embarrassment for Canada.”9. In more positive news from our Southern neighbor, incoming Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced a new “Health at Home” program for seniors and persons with disabilities, per Latina Republic. The program, intended to reach 13.6 million people, “will bring healthcare personnel to the homes of all seniors across the country,” starting with a census to collect comprehensive health data to “establish a personalized care plan,” to be performed by over 20,000 new doctors and nurses. This ambitious program of preventative medicine is unimaginable in this country despite boasting a GDP almost 20 times the size of Mexico's.10. Finally, in Nebraska, a new poll from the Independent Center finds Independent Senate candidate Dan Osborne leading two-term incumbent Republican Deb Fischer by a remarkable 5 points. Currently the candidates stand at 42% for Fischer, 47% for Osborne, with 10% undecided. Voter registration in Nebraska totals 49% Republican, 26% Democrat, and 25% Independent, meaning Osborne has a path to victory via a Democratic-Independent coalition. If successful, Osborne could provide a model for victory in red states: run as a left-wing populist and jettison the toxic Democratic Party brand.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe
Pete Buttigieg burst onto the political scene in 2019, and his rapid ascent into a legitimate presidential contender was one of the most surprising storylines of the 2020 Democratic primary. Today, he's one of the most effective communicators in the party. He was also one of many Democratic voters' favorite candidates for the Harris VP pick. Kara and Pete get straight to all of that in this episode: is the Harris campaign strategy working? ; Was Tim Walz the right pick for VP? How is Pete prepping the Minnesota Governor for his upcoming debate against J.D. Vance? And what is his strategy when he goes on Fox News? Kara and Pete also discuss the Trump cult of personality that has taken hold of young men and tech bros alike; the tech CEOs that need to “come home” to “normal” (you know who we're talking about); and why some of them continue to support politicians who vote against technological advancement and the core missions of the industry. *Note: Buttigieg appeared for this interview in his personal capacity. Kara was limited in asking questions relating to the Department of Transportation or anything about his role in President Biden's administration due to the Hatch Act. Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find Kara on Threads/Instagram @karaswisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
America has become increasingly polarized when it comes to trust. Voters who distrust the system — who see institutions as corrupt and are prone to conspiracy theories — have long existed on the far left and far right. But Donald Trump seems to have sparked a realignment, what the writer Matthew Yglesias calls “the crank realignment.” The G.O.P. is now the political home of the distrustful, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Trump endorsement was a clear sign of these changing times.In 2020, Pete Buttigieg wrote a book on trust in politics. And he's been persistent in making the case — in speeches, on TV — for what he calls “a better kind of politics.” So I wanted to talk to him about his theory of politics. Why does he think so many Americans have lost trust in the government? What responsibility does the Democratic Party have here? And how does he believe trust can be restored?Note: I invited Buttigieg on the show in his personal capacity so we could discuss his thoughts on the election without violating the Hatch Act, which prohibits members of the government from campaigning in their official guise. This also means I wasn't able to ask Buttigieg many questions about his work as transportation secretary. But I think we still had a pretty fascinating conversation.Book Recommendations:Morning and Evening by Jon FosseThe Future Is History by Masha GessenMr. Churchill in the White House by Robert SchmuhlThoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com.You can find transcripts (posted midday) and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs.This episode of “The Ezra Klein Show” was produced by Rollin Hu. Fact-checking by Michelle Harris, with Kate Sinclair. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld, with additional mixing by Aman Sahota. Our senior editor is Claire Gordon. The show's production team also includes Annie Galvin, Elias Isquith and Kristin Lin. Original music by Isaac Jones. Audience strategy by Kristina Samulewski and Shannon Busta. The executive producer of New York Times Opinion Audio is Annie-Rose Strasser. Special thanks to Jonah Kessel, Elliot DeBruyn and Selcuk Karaoglan.
Pags Highlights Karrine Jean-Pierre's Press Conference, Where She Violates the Hatch Act with One Answer and Uses It to Dodge Another! Plus, an Interview with Kay Smythe on Why We Should Stop Calling VP Harris 'Kamala,' and What's Causing the Dust-Up in the Atlantic with Hurricanes?
On Wednesday's Mark Levin Show, the Supreme Court just ducked a critical free speech and government control of communications issue thanks to Justices Amy Coney Barrett, Brett Kavanaugh, and John Roberts. Barrett decided she's a politician, not a Justice. Kavanaugh will go one way or the other and Roberts is destroying the Court. They just handed the Biden administration a massive iron fist by allowing them to continue to moderate ‘misinformation' on social sites. It seems the Supreme Court has a new tactic - to let stand what's being appealed to the Court by simply claiming there is no standing. The idea there wasn't standing in this case is preposterous. The other big Supreme Court case we're waiting on, that no one is talking about is Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council. This was the mother of all attacks on capitalism, it gave so much power to the bureaucracy. This decision will impact your lives for decades to come. Also, the crime from this illegal immigrant invasion didn't start occurring to this extent until Biden became president. President Biden will point fingers and blame Donald Trump and the Republicans for not passing his bipartisan immigration reform. Democrats have a new answer when confronted on illegal immigrant crime – Americans are worse than illegals. Later, a Biden law that claimed to boost renewable energy is helping a solar company reap billions of dollars. This is the greatest economic scam in American history, and they wrap themselves in self-righteousness. Afterward, the DNC is now officially linked to lawfare against Trump. Dana Bash and her ilk constantly ask where's the evidence tying Biden and the Democrat Party to lawfare against Trump. Here's the evidence, “DNC Sent Millions To Law Firms Behind ‘Unprecedented Lawfare' Campaign Against Trump.” Biden is the head of the DNC. Nothing of this kind is done without at least Biden being informed about it. Biden uses government resources to register Democrats in violation of the Hatch Act. He uses tax dollars to buy votes in violation of the Constitution, like the student loan program. He issues executive orders and his administration issues regulations in furtherance of his radical base's demands. He lies about everything, including the Hunter laptop, his business activities with Hunter, his use of classified information to secure a massive $8 million book advance, and on and on. Biden is a diabolical, cynical, unethical person and politician. Finally, candidate Tim Sheehy calls in to discuss his election run against Montana Senator Jon Tester. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In part two of Red Eye Radio with Eric Harley and Gary McNamara, Julian Assange should face a trial by jury in the U.S. Audio of KJP violating the Hatch Act law on MSNBC. The Fed's Bowman sees no interest rates cut this year. Team USA is bringing their own air conditioning to the Paris Olympics. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart speaker, or listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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