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-- On the Show: -- Eoin Higgins, writer and historian based in New England, joins David to discuss his new book “Owned: How Tech Billionaires on the Right Bought the Loudest Voices on the Left." Get the book: https://amzn.to/4moaJmp — House Republicans pass Trump's massive tax-and-spending bill at 4AM, chanting “USA” as they vote to cut Medicaid, slash food stamps, and explode the deficit — AOC warns that “there will be consequences” for this cruel and chaotic bill — and she's right — Trump's own party starts revolting over the bill, with hardliners and moderates both rejecting the Frankenstein package Speaker Mike Johnson tried to jam through — Trump melts down in a wild Oval Office meeting with the South African president, ranting about white farmers, fake news, and luxury planes — while Elon Musk watches — In a surreal moment, Trump says he wishes Ramaphosa could give him a plane — confirming, yet again, he's totally fine being bribed — Trump threatens an NBC reporter who asked about the Qatar jet, shouting that “fake news” should be investigated -- On the Bonus Show: Jake Tapper accuses Biden's team of a cover-up, Target warns of major tariff-related losses, and Canada considers joining Trump's “Golden Dome” defense plan, much more...

John Fawcett breaks down today's top stories, including RFK Jr.'s alarming MAHA report on American healthcare spending, the U.S. Treasury's decision to phase out the penny, President Trump's ongoing battle with Harvard University regarding foreign student enrollment, and the House's passage of a crucial bill under Mike Johnson's leadership.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Big week for the "big, beautiful bill," as President Trump visits Capitol Hill. Trump calls out Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) again. Golden Dome on its way to protect America from incoming missiles? Megyn Kelly destroys Jake Tapper. Reality show for illegal immigrants? Pat's airplane pet peeves. Secretary of State Marco Rubio had a fun chat with senators on Capitol Hill yesterday. New bacteria found in Chinese space station. Take your sons and daughters to work day at the White House! Author Brad Meltzer joins us to discuss his two new books! Democrat congressman passes away. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED 00:55 Mike Johnson on the Big Beautiful Bill 03:03 Chuck Schumer on the Big Beautiful Bill 05:55 Donald Trump on the Big Beautiful Bill 09:38 Trump on Thomas Massie 11:57 The Golden Dome is Coming for America 17:40 NY Times Continues to Defend Joe Biden 20:50 Jake Tapper Sits Down with Megyn Kelly 26:37 Jake Tapper Claims Hunter Biden was Chief of Staff 31:48 Chewing the Fat 49:18 Pat Has a Problem with Airlines 57:41 Marco Rubio Vs. Chris Van Hollen 59:57 Racist Tim Kaine Tries to Catch Marco Rubio 1:02:50 Eric Swalwell Warns ICE Agents 'They Are Coming' 1:06:31 Mysterious Chinese Bacteria Found in Space 1:14:41 Brad Meltzer Joins the Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Johnson's push to gut Medicare and Medicaid isn't just a budgetary decision—it's a declaration of priorities. You, my friend, are not on the priority list. Stripping health care from tens of millions to fund tax breaks for a shrinking circle of billionaires lays bare a political ideology rooted in cruelty and indifference. It's a familiar trade: short-term power for long-term damage, justified by performative piety and cloaked in procedural gamesmanship. Mike Johnson is the reigning Enemy on the Enemies List because his ploy is so cynical, so callous, and so catastrophic to our way of life that it can only be described as evil. This episode is a double-decker! Rick takes your questions in the back half on everything from Elon Musk's public implosion and Trump's ongoing submission to Putin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's Headlines: Congress is currently hashing out a sweeping reconciliation bill—dubbed by President Trump as “one big beautiful bill”—that outlines his administration's tax and spending priorities, though its final form remains uncertain. Key provisions include extending the 2017 tax cuts, which would add an estimated $2.7 trillion to the national deficit by 2034, ramping up ICE funding, and introducing Medicaid work requirements. Trump visited Capitol Hill to rally support amid internal GOP resistance, as Speaker Mike Johnson aims to pass the bill before Memorial Day recess. As part of this package, Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a $25 billion down payment for a proposed $175 billion missile defense system called the “Golden Dome,” modeled on Israel's Iron Dome and intended to guard against nuclear and hypersonic threats. Meanwhile, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem sparked backlash after incorrectly defining habeas corpus during Senate testimony, raising alarms as the White House reportedly considers suspending the constitutional protection. On the economic front, mortgage rates have surged past 7%—a 25-year high—following a U.S. credit downgrade by Moody's. And in tech-meets-politics news, Elon Musk told the Qatar Economic Forum he plans to scale back political donations, though quickly added he might resume them if he sees a reason—fueling speculation his political capital may be waning. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: WA Post: Trump tries to persuade, and threaten, GOP to support his budget bill  Axios: Trump and Hegseth unveil $175 billion plans for Golden Dome missile shield AP News: Trump's Homeland Security secretary says habeas corpus lets him 'remove people from this country' CBS News: Mortgage rates climb back above 7% after Moody's U.S. debt downgrade  Bloomberg: Elon Musk Interview In Full Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Speaker Mike Johnson is ramming the GOP's cruel budget bill through the House despite disagreements over how deeply to cut Medicaid, President Trump initially wanted to lease Qatar's “palace in the sky” jumbo jet, and Stephen offers to help settle the president's lawsuit against CBS and Paramount. Author and former FBI Director James Comey explains why his former job comes with a ten year term and why he wishes Director Wray had stood up to President Trump instead of resigning early under pressure. Check out his crime novel, “FDR Drive,” available now. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald Trump went to Capitol Hill this week to push House Republicans across the finish line on his big domestic policy bill. Behind closed doors, he told conservatives not to “F— around with Medicaid,” and told blue-state Republicans to take the SALT deal on the table: $40,000 for four years, then snapping back to $30,000. That would cover about 90% of blue-state filers, but not the ones making the most noise. Even with Trump applying pressure, guys like Andy Harris and Mike Lawler are still holding out. Some members are softening, but others like Thomas Massie are dug in. So, for now, Speaker Mike Johnson's goal of getting a vote within 48 hours is shaky at best.The bill itself is massive — over 1,100 pages, with tax cuts, defense spending increases, and border policy changes. It would still remove Medicaid coverage for more than seven million people, depending on which estimate you believe. And of course, any version that passes the House is going to get shredded in the Senate. Whatever they vote on now, they'll end up voting on something worse later. So a lot of this feels like performance. The fight is real if you're in the trenches, but from the outside, it looks like an inevitable mess.The bottom line is that they have to pass this. Everyone's worried about the attack ads, about the carveouts, about what they'll be blamed for, but if they don't pass this, they've got nothing. No achievements. No wins. And that's a death sentence for 2026. Trump knows it, and that's why he's pushing so hard. The longer this drags out, the more nervous the business community gets. Right now, things are relatively stable — tariffs are high but consistent, regulations are locked in, and the tax code hasn't changed yet. That kind of stability is gold to investors. It gives them permission to move. If you pass this bill now, businesses start planning in Q3, making decisions in Q4, and consumers start to feel it by next summer — right as the midterms heat up.And that's the ballgame. Republicans don't want to be running in 2026 on the ghost of Joe Biden's presidency. They want to run on Trump's second-term economy. They want to say, “This is what we did. Do you want to go back?” That's the message — and it only works if the economy is good. So from a strategic perspective, if you're a Democrat, you want this thing to grind. Drag it out. Make the House Freedom Caucus fight harder. Blow it all up and pray the delay ruins the timeline. Because that's the only way this thing doesn't end in a campaign-ready boom for Republicans.My guess? The bill passes the House in the next five days. I don't see what changes between now and the two-week delay the Freedom Caucus wants. Someone's going to have to eat it, and most likely, that someone is going to realize there's no better option coming. As for the SALT caucus — I'm still not sure what they're waiting for. Whatever it is, it's not making them look particularly sympathetic to the rest of the country.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:01:37 - Original Sin Book Thoughts (with Chris Cillizza)00:35:17 - Update00:39:13 - Big Beautiful Bull00:48:41 - Russia Talks00:53:17 - Kristi Noem00:57:42 - Original Sin and the State of Cable News (with Chris Cillizza)01:37:56 - Wrap-up This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe

Gas prices down (nationwide) right before Memorial Day Weekend, Golden Dome announced, Turns out free speech and common sense is alive and well at the Supreme Court, George Wendt, who starred as Norm on 'Cheers,' dead at 76, $3B frozen to Harvard since Trump took office. Secret Service, DOD, Coast Guard, Border Patrol applications surge under Trump, Dems are upset by Marco Rubio. Marco must be doing something right, Pepsi Maple Syrup (IHOP Collab) on the Marketplace, Mike Johnson bringing the "Big Beautiful Bill" up for a vote tomorrow. Violent crime down in Indy, The big question about the rear attenuator modifications on the Penske cars was whether they offered a performance advantage, Current Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-VA) passes at 75, Joe Biden was not running the country, So who was?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secret Service, DOD, Coast Guard, Border Patrol applications surge under Trump, Dems are upset by Marco Rubio. Marco must be doing something right, Pepsi Maple Syrup (IHOP Collab) on the Marketplace, Mike Johnson bringing the "Big Beautiful Bill" up for a vote tomorrowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: ihr.fm/3InlkL8 Is The Big Beautiful Bill Bloated? The hour kicks off with a detailed discussion of what President Donald Trump has dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill,” a sweeping piece of legislation currently under debate on Capitol Hill. President Trump, Speaker Mike Johnson, and other GOP leaders are rallying behind the bill, which includes major tax cuts, regulatory rollbacks, and incentives aimed at boosting the U.S. economy. The hosts predict the bill will pass, likening the political theatrics to previous debt ceiling and speaker vote showdowns. Key highlights of the bill include: Permanent extension of the 2017 Trump tax cuts Elimination of taxes on tips Adjustments to SALT (state and local tax) deductions Phased elimination of EV and green energy tax credits Increased funding for defense and immigration enforcement Tightening of SNAP (food stamp) eligibility A $4 trillion increase in the debt ceiling Buck Sexton shares insights from a recent interview with the head of the National Economic Council, emphasizing that the bill could result in $7,000–$12,000 in annual savings for the average American household. However, both hosts acknowledge conservative criticism over the bill’s lack of deeper spending cuts and its continuation of certain green energy subsidies. Democrats Don't Believe Illegal Immigration is a Crime Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show dive deep into the explosive political and legal controversy surrounding Congresswoman LaMonica McIver’s arrest for allegedly obstructing ICE agents during a detention center visit. Hosts Clay and Buck analyze the implications of her actions, highlighting the irony of her past “no one is above the law” rhetoric—previously aimed at Donald Trump—now being turned against her. They explore the broader theme of political hypocrisy and the consequences of “lawfare,” emphasizing how Democrats are now facing the same legal tactics they once championed. The hour also features a sharp critique of the Democratic Party’s stance on illegal immigration. Clay and Buck argue that Democrats no longer view illegal immigration as a crime, citing McIver’s confrontation with ICE as emblematic of a broader ideological shift. They question why Democratic leaders prioritize the rights of non-citizens over the needs of underserved American communities, particularly Black constituents in urban districts like McIver’s New Jersey 10th, which is nearly 50% Black. The hosts suggest that this disconnect may be driving more minority voters toward the GOP, referencing recent political shifts in cities like New York and Chicago. Tom Homan, former acting ICE director, is featured in a clip reinforcing the legal boundaries McIver allegedly crossed, underscoring the seriousness of interfering with federal law enforcement. The discussion then pivots to the racial and ideological motivations behind Democratic immigration policies, with Buck asserting that modern leftist movements have replaced class solidarity with race-based solidarity, often to the detriment of their own constituents. This is a Crazy Story Clay and Buck dive into the intersection of sports, culture, and politics, delivering a compelling mix of commentary and breaking news. This hour kicks off with a heated discussion surrounding the viral WNBA incident involving Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, which sparked a broader cultural debate. The hosts analyze the fallout from ESPN personalities Robert Griffin III and Ryan Clark, highlighting the racial and personal tensions that erupted over a simple foul in a women’s basketball game. The segment underscores how Clark’s rising stardom is reshaping the WNBA and exposing underlying resentments within the league. The conversation transitions into a broader cultural critique, with Clay and Buck exploring how race, media narratives, and sports collide in today’s polarized environment. They draw parallels to historical moments in tennis and golf, emphasizing how stars like Serena Williams and Tiger Woods were embraced across racial lines—contrasting that with the current backlash against Clark. James Blair, WH Deputy Chief of Staff, on Clean Up in Aisle Biden The hosts welcome White House Deputy Chief of Staff James Blair, who provides exclusive insights into the forthcoming “Big Beautiful Bill.” Blair outlines the bill’s key components, including historic middle-class tax cuts, increased border security funding, military modernization, and aggressive fiscal reforms aimed at reducing the national deficit. He also teases the potential announcement of the “Golden Dome” missile defense initiative, likened to Israel’s Iron Dome, as part of President Trump’s broader national security strategy. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8 For the latest updates from Clay and Buck: https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton on Social Media: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuck YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tax policy has been a core part of the Republican party. A central feature within the GOP, particularly since Reagan, has been cutting taxes for corporations and some of the wealthiest Americans. President Trump, breaking away from traditional party orthodoxy, recently raised the idea of increasing taxes on some of the country's richest. Our guest this week points out that Republicans have made a “devil's bargain” with Trump. Arjun Singh is the co-host and senior producer of the Lever Time podcast. He is also the lead reporter and editor of the Tax Revolt miniseries. He joins WITHpod to discuss historical and contemporary fights over taxes, coalitions effects of MAGA, what the latest intraparty disagreements could portend and more. 


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House Speaker Mike Johnson is looking to blow a $4 trillion hole in the deficit, cut back on Medicare and Medicaid, and dole out billions in tax breaks to a handful of ultra-rich Americans. He's an easy target, but that doesn't mean we should let him off the hook. The chaos within the ranks belies a bitter truth: this budget, if enacted, would be a moral and economic calamity. It would reshape our society in ways that are hard to imagine. And Mike Johnson is the kind of guy who probably knows, but doesn't care. He might be a mumbly little nerd, but he's earned his spot on the Enemies List. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The House Budget Committee approved the GOP's reconciliation bill late Sunday night, but Speaker Mike Johnson still faces tough negotiations ahead. Plus, one move could completely reshape Illinois' already-chaotic Senate primary…and it all hinges on one name: Rep. Lauren Underwood. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Late Sunday night, Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill”cleared an important House Committee. Conservatives that wanted deeper cuts to MedicAid got some changes made that led them toward advancing this massive tax cut and border security package. Speaker Mike Johnson isn't saying what the changes include, calling them minor things. It was a crazy music related weekend for Trump. He posted a video of himself lip syncing Journey's “Don't Stop Believing” and he unleashed verbal attacks on Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift. Michael Shure is in for Mark Thompson today. We welcome iHeart Radio and TV political analyst Gary Dietrich to the show to talk politics. The Mark Thompson Show 5/19/25Patreon subscribers are the backbone of the show! If you'd like to help, here's our Patreon Link:https://www.patreon.com/themarkthompsonshowMaybe you're more into PayPal.  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=PVBS3R7KJXV24And you'll find everything on our website: https://www.themarkthompsonshow.com 

Dr. Bilal Siddiqui talks about the type of treatments available for people with late stage prostate cancer. Speaker Mike Johnson says that a budget bill will be passed by Memorial Day.

Speaker Mike Johnson joins Pastor Greg Laurie to discuss political and spiritual life. See what really goes on behind the scenes in Washington and get a peek at what occurred right after the attempts on President Trump's life. --- Learn more about Greg Laurie and Harvest Ministries at harvest.org. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speaker Mike Johnson joins Pastor Greg Laurie to discuss political and spiritual life. See what really goes on behind the scenes in Washington and get a peek at what occurred right after the attempts on President Trump's life. --- Learn more about Greg Laurie and Harvest Ministries at harvest.org. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The House Budget Committee votes down the Republican reconciliation package, amid a revolt by fiscal conservatives, including Rep. Chip Roy. What are their objections, and does Speaker Mike Johnson have a way to placate them without upsetting a different GOP faction? Meantime, Republican Senators are voicing a range of their own complaints about the House's handiwork. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Big Beautiful Bill is finally past the quiet phase. The behind-the-scenes negotiations have spilled into the open, and now we're in the bloodletting. Speaker Mike Johnson wants this out of the House by Memorial Day, which means committee votes need to happen, and fast. But right now, the Budget Committee is a problem. Hardliners are balking — Ralph Norman, Josh Brecheen, and Chip Roy are all leaning no. They're not satisfied with the Congressional Budget Office's timeline for a cost estimate, and they're worried the Medicaid changes could pressure red states into expanding coverage.Mike Lawler and Marjorie Taylor Greene are fighting on Twitter over SALT deductions — state and local tax breaks — and that fight is not going away. There's talk of raising the cap from $30,000 to $40,000 or adjusting the phase-out thresholds. But this is exactly why they're doing one big bill instead of multiple smaller ones. Everyone knew it was going to be painful. Nobody wanted to go through this kind of battle again and again for every policy item.Politics Politics Politics is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Still, I'm bullish. It's ugly right now, but that doesn't mean it's doomed. The usual sign of failure — a flood of press conferences from members declaring the bill dead — hasn't happened. Republicans aren't holding cameras. They're texting reporters. They're venting in group chats. But they're not going on record saying they'll tank Trump's agenda. That's a big difference. This isn't like other bills I've seen die. It still feels like something they're going to get through — just barely.The key players are all doing what they need to do. Trump is overseas for now, but his influence is still real. He got Johnson the speaker's gavel. He's kept this whole thing moving. When he's back, the pressure campaign ramps up. Meanwhile, JD Vance is already starting his Senate charm offensive to get reconciliation done once it clears the House. They know they'll lose a few senators, but they're planning for that. The goal is to get something — anything — through.And here's what's actually in it: no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, and no tax on Social Security for anyone making under $150,000. Yes, those provisions sunset in four years, but let's be honest — once they go into effect, they're not going anywhere. Nobody's going to vote to take those benefits away from working people. Republicans used to hate that logic — the “give a mouse a cookie” approach to entitlements — but now they're writing the cookies themselves. And they're going to love running on them.This bill is messy. It's jammed with contradictions. It's being held together with string and prayers. But I still think it passes. And if it does, the Trump administration gets to claim a huge legislative win — not just a headline, but real, sticky policy that people will feel in their paychecks. That's the ballgame.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:03:52 - Big Beautiful Bill Progress00:15:51 - Interview with Bill Scher00:39:39 - Update00:40:23 - Inflation00:43:36 - Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship00:45:44 - Iran Nuclear Deal, "Sort Of"00:47:57 - The News Sheriff00:53:03 - Interview with Bill Scher (con't)01:18:02 - Wrap-up This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe

Speaker Mike Johnson's House Republican Conference is in the midst of a low-grade rebellion against the GOP's reconciliation proposal. Plus, Anna and Jake discuss the latest in the Michigan Senate race. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a new book about former President Joe Biden's cognitive health steamrolls its way through the Washington conversation, a new litmus test is emerging for Democrats with national ambitions: Did Biden, in fact, decline in mental acuity while in office?  National politics correspondent and contributing Playbook author Adam Wren joins Playbook deputy editor Zack Stanton to talk it through. Plus, President Donald Trump wraps up his Middle East trip, and the GOP mega-bill is teetering as hard-line conservatives force Speaker Mike Johnson to entertain major changes to the legislative package.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac react to some surprising details that came from a forthcoming book reveal that detailed how Quarterback Caleb Williams was so concerned about being picked by the Chicago Bears in 2024 that he and his family weighed circumventing the entire NFL draft, consulting with lawyers to figure out a way around the league's collective bargaining agreement while considering signing with the United Football League.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the Washington Nationals 5-2 yesterday, and talk about the Braves getting back to .500 again thanks to another strong outing from young starting pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about Ronald Acuña Jr. making his first rehab start with the Gwinnett Stripers yesterday, let you hear what Acuña Jr. had to say after his first rehab start with the Stripers yesterday, and react to what he had to say as well.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the Washington Nationals 5-2 yesterday, and talk about the Braves getting back to .500 again thanks to another strong outing from young starting pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about how the Braves just need to win this upcoming series versus the struggling Boston Red Sox to get over .500.

HR2 - Jalon Walker doesn't need to be Micah Parsons in year one to be impactful In hour two Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to talk about an article that Atlanta Falcons' beat writer for The Athletic Josh Kendall wrote about Falcons' first round pick Jalon Walker, the comparisons he gets and has gotten to Cowboys edge rusher and outside linebacker Micah Parsons, and if Walker could be the Falcons' version of Parsons. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about how it's unfair to compare Jalon Walker to Micah Parsons because the Falcons may not use Jalon Walker the same way the Cowboys use Micah Parsons. The Morning Shift crew also talks about mixed drinks, what to drink and what not to drink on the golf course, and react to some surprising details that came from a forthcoming book reveal that detailed how Chicago Bears' quarterback Caleb Williams was so concerned about being drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2024 that he and his family weighed circumventing the entire NFL draft, and consulted with lawyers to figure out a way around the league's collective bargaining agreement while also considering signing with the United Football League. Mike, Beau, and Ali also continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the Washington Nationals 5-2 yesterday, talk about the Braves getting back to .500 again thanks to another strong outing from young starting pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver, and also talk about how the Braves just need to win this upcoming series versus the struggling Boston Red Sox to get their record over .500. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour two by playing a round of Fair or Foul!

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to talk about an article that Atlanta Falcons' beat writer for The Athletic Josh Kendall wrote about Falcons' first round pick Jalon Walker, the comparisons he gets and has gotten to Cowboys edge rusher and outside linebacker Micah Parsons, and if Walker could be the Falcons' version of Parsons. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about how it's unfair to compare Jalon Walker to Micah Parsons because the Falcons may not use Jalon Walker the same way the Cowboys use Micah Parsons.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac recap and react to the Denver Nuggets beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-107 last night at home in game six of their Western Conference semi-finals series, and forcing a game seven in Oklahoma City.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac talk about an article that Atlanta Falcons' beat writer for The Athletic Josh Kendall wrote about Falcons' first round pick Jalon Walker, the comparisons he gets and has gotten to Cowboys edge rusher and outside linebacker Micah Parsons, and if Walker could be the Falcons' version of Parsons. Mike, Beau, and Ali also explain why expecting Jalon Walker to be the Falcons' version of Micah Parsons is unfair.

HR1 - AJ Smith-Shawver continues to show why belongs with the big league club In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the Washington Nationals 5-2 yesterday, talk about the Braves getting back to .500 again thanks to another strong outing from young starting pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver, talk about Ronald Acuña Jr. making his first rehab start with the Gwinnett Stripers yesterday, let you hear what Acuña Jr. had to say after his first rehab start with the Stripers yesterday, and react to what he had to say as well. Then, Beau, Mike, and Ali talk about an article that Atlanta Falcons' beat writer for The Athletic Josh Kendall wrote about Falcons' first round pick Jalon Walker, the comparisons he gets and has gotten to Cowboys edge rusher and outside linebacker Micah Parsons, and if Walker could be the Falcons' version of Parsons. Mike, Beau, and Ali also explain why expecting Jalon Walker to be the Falcons' version of Micah Parsons is unfair. The Morning Shift crew also reacts to the biggest local and national headlines in The Front Page! On this edition of The Front Page, Mike, Beau, and Ali recap and react to the Denver Nuggets beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-107 last night at home in game six of their Western Conference semifinals series, and forcing a game seven in Oklahoma City. The Morning Shift crew also previews tonight's game six between the New York Knicks and the Boston Celtics in their Eastern Conference semifinals series, and discusses if the Knicks will close it out tonight or if the Celtics will force a game seven. Finally, Mike, Beau, and Ali close out hour one by diving into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let listeners call in and talk about what their expectations are for Jalon Walker in his rookie year and cell phone etiquette in the Wake Up Call!

HR3 - Jalon Walker will only be pass rusher for Falcons until at least year two In hour three Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let listeners call in and talk about what their expectations are for Jalon Walker in his rookie year and cell phone etiquette in the Wake Up Call! Then, Mike, Ali, and Beau continue the final hour by spending some time with 92.9 The Game's own Braves insider and reporter, Grant McAuley! Beau, Mike, Ali, and Grant discuss how the other guys besides Ronald Acuña Jr. like Jarred Kelenic and James McCann are doing in Triple-A Gwinnett, the importance of having both Drake Baldwin and Sean Murphy at catcher, the difference in Ronald Acuña Jr.'s demeanor between Wednesday night when he got questions about his tweet about Jarred Kelenic and Brian Snitker and last night after his first rehab start with the Gwinnett Stripers, if Drake Baldwin could replace Marcell Ozuna next season as the team's designated hitter, and what the future of the Braves' outfield and bullpen looks like with the returns of Ronald Acuña Jr. and Jurickson Profar looming and Craig Kimbrel possibly being called up to the big league club soon. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour three by spending some time with Atlanta Falcons beat writer for The Athletic Josh Kendall! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Josh discuss if Josh thinks the Falcons will use Jalon Walker the way the Cowboys use Micah Parsons, what would be fair expectations for Jalon Walker in his rookie season, what Josh expects from James Pearce Jr. in his rookie season, if Josh thinks the Falcons got a fair shake when it comes to their 2025-26 schedule, if Josh was surprised that the Falcons got five primetime games this season, if Josh thinks Xavier Watts will be fighting with DeMarcco Hellams for that other safety spot next to Jessie Bates, how the Falcons plan to improve their run defense in the middle of their defensive line, and why the Falcons haven't signed Ryan Neuzil yet.

The Damage Report host John Iadarola will be breaking down today's top stories. Kristi Noem took a break from cosplaying and answered questions at a house hearing over ICE”s deportations. Mike Johnson weasels out of criticizing Trump's Qatar plane grift. Mike Johnson is facing GOP infighting over his big bill. SCOTUS is hearing arguments over Trump's plan to end birthright citizenship. Transportation Sec. Duffy admits that he didn't want his wife to fly to Newark airport. Tulsi Gabbard fires National Intelligence officials. Host: John Iadarola (@johniadarola) ***** SUBSCRIBE on ⁠YOUTUBE⁠ ⁠TIKTOK⁠  ☞  ⁠ ⁠        ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thedamagereport⁠ ⁠INSTAGRAM⁠  ☞  ⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thedamagereport⁠ ⁠TWITTER⁠  ☞        ⁠ https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport⁠ ⁠FACEBOOK⁠  ☞    ⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT⁠

In just over 100 days, President Trump has managed to create peace in the Middle East! No President in the last quarter century has been able to accomplish what he has on the world stage. Coming back to America, he has secured trillion of dollars in investments and a peace deal with Iran. All the while Mike Johnson and congress sits on their hands. They are blowing it for Trump and the 2026 midterms. Sponsor:MY PILLOWWWW.MYPILLOW.COM/JOHN**PROMO CODE 'JOHN' AT CHECKOUT FOR OVER 60% IN SAVINGSSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Speaker Mike Johnson will bring together the warring factions inside the House GOP. Anna and Jake preview what to expect. Plus, inside President Donald Trump's unusually active role in the Senate's consideration of his diplomatic nominees. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a major development, Congressman Ralph Norman reveals on 98.9 WORD that the House Freedom Caucus is prepared to block former President Trump's signature legislative push—dubbed the “big beautiful bill”—if core demands are not met, including immediate action on Medicaid reform, codification of Trump-era tax cuts, and removal of illegals from benefit programs. Norman discusses his decision to co-sign a pivotal letter to Speaker Mike Johnson urging Republicans to enshrine the Trump agenda into law, criticizing weak GOP leadership, runaway spending, and judicial overreach. This explosive interview exposes the mounting internal GOP tension, looming threats to the U.S. dollar, and a potential legislative showdown.

In this high-energy episode of Badlands Daily, CannCon and Alpha Warrior unpack a whirlwind of political and global developments. They dive into RFK Jr.'s fiery testimony exposing corruption at NIH and the pharmaceutical industry, questioning the value of cancer research while praising natural health approaches and detoxification practices. The big shocker? Democrat Ro Khanna introduces a bill to codify Trump's executive order on drug pricing, putting Republicans on the spot to back a wildly popular, America First policy. The duo rips into congressional laziness, Big Pharma lobbying, and Speaker Mike Johnson's latest vote cancellation as more proof that D.C. is built to stall real reform. The show also highlights Trump's historic visit to Qatar, where he received a royal welcome, secured billion-dollar aerospace deals, and hinted at deeper Middle East peace efforts. The hosts draw parallels between Trump's Riyadh speech and JFK's historic calls for diplomacy, speculating about both the symbolism and potential threats Trump faces. Packed with RFK smackdowns, geopolitical strategy, and sharp cultural commentary, from solar grid sabotage to vaccine whistleblowers, this episode blends substance and swagger in classic Badlands style.

HR1 - Falcons' 2025-26 schedule isn't the hardest, but it's nowhere near the easiest In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac react to the Atlanta Falcons' 2025-26 regular season schedule being released, give their initial thoughts on the schedule, and explain how the NFL didn't do the Falcons any favors with the schedule they gave them. Mike, Beau, and Ali also recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing to the Washington Nationals 5-4 last night, the Braves falling below .500 again after the bullpen blew a 4-1 lead, and Atlanta's offense coming up short in the bottom of the ninth. The Morning Shift crew also reacts to some of the other NFL teams' 2025-26 schedules, and tells you which teams got some good breaks in their schedule and which teams got the short end of the stick. Finally, Mike, Beau, and Ali close out hour by diving into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

HR3 - Falcons' 2025-26 schedule is tough because it has no symmetry or pattern to it In hour three Ali Mac, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan let listeners call in and give their take on the Atlanta Falcons 2025-26 schedule, talk about what games they are most excited to see and most excited to go to, and if they have any favorite date night spots in the Wake Up Call! Then, Mike, Beau and Ali, continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing to the Washington Nationals 5-4 last night, the Braves falling below .500 again after the Braves' bullpen blew a 4-1 lead, and Atlanta's offense coming up short in the bottom of the ninth. The Morning Shift crew also talks about if Braves' fans are being too whiney and too critical of the team right now or not. Mike, Beau and Ali also continue to react to the Atlanta Falcons' 2025-26 regular season schedule being released, give their thoughts on the schedule, talk about how the Falcons having their bye week in week 5 is worst part of their schedule, and talk about how the Falcons' 2025-26 schedule has no symmetry or pattern to it. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour three by diving into the life of Beau “Squidbilly” Morgan in The Life of Squid!

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac react to the Atlanta Falcons' 2025-26 regular season schedule being released, give their initial thoughts on the schedule, and explain how the NFL didn't do the Falcons any favors with the schedule they gave them.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac react to some of the other NFL teams' 2025-26 schedule, and tell you which teams got some good breaks in their schedule and which teams got the short end of the stick.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to react to the Atlanta Falcons' 2025-26 regular season schedule being released, give their thoughts on the schedule, and talk about how the Falcons didn't get many breaks in their schedule.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac react to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing to the Washington Nationals 5-4 last night, and falling below .500 after the Braves' bullpen blew a 4-1 lead, and Atlanta's offense coming up short in the bottom of the ninth.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing to the Washington Nationals 5-4 last night, the Braves falling below .500 again after the Braves' bullpen blew a 4-1 lead, and Atlanta's offense coming up short in the bottom of the ninth. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about if Braves' fans are being too whiney and too critical of the team right now or not.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to react to the Atlanta Falcons' 2025-26 regular season schedule being released, give their thoughts on the schedule, talk about how the Falcons having their bye week in Week 5 is worst part of their schedule, and talk about how the Falcons' 2025-26 schedule has no symmetry or pattern to it.

Ali Mac, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan let listeners call in and give their take on the Atlanta Falcons 2025-26 schedule, what games they are most excited about and most excited to go to the most, and if they have any favorite date night spots in the Wake Up Call!

John Fawcett breaks down the biggest stories of the day, including President Trump securing a historic $1.2 trillion economic commitment from Qatar, the latest sanctions imposed on Iran and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson's support for a stock trading ban among Congress members.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chad Prather fills in for Dinesh and discuss the need for justice to return in the United States. Independent investigative journalist Breanna Morella joins the show to discuss calling out Mike Johnson, justice in the US and reporting as an independent journalist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.