Podcasts about jason rantz show

Jason Rantz (@jasonrantz), host of the Jason Rantz Show on Seattle Red 770AM and author of the book, What's Killing America, joined us on the Guy Benson Show today to discuss a bizarre story reporting on fear surrounding LGBTQ freedoms in the United States ahead of this year's FIFA World Cup. Benson and Rantz also weighed in on Pride Month as a whole, and you can listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amazon Worker Intifada brings ‘sad hour’ drinks to Seattle’s socialists. It’s sad, indeed. Guest: Brady Minneman is a Bothell High School Senior that organized a school walkout and petition to restore their school resource officer program. // Producer Jackson had a horrible flight experience on Alaska over the weekend, but at least it wasn’t as bad as a Delta flight heading to Shanghai. // Rep. Pramila Jayapal is the boss from Hell.

Why does Sound Transit have a massive advertising budget if it’s so deep in debt? We Heart Seattle volunteer finds homeless man living with 100 jugs of urine inside Discovery Park. Bill Maher calls out members of his own party for being too afraid to talk to people who might ask them tough questions. //  Big Local: A man in Pierce County led state troopers on a high-speed chase in a Corvette was also charged for theft of the same Corvette weeks later. A Bellevue dad invented a World Cup board game. // You Pick the Topic: Teens today are drinking less than previous generations, but not for a good reason.

A Seattle City Councimember is taking heat for leaving out two letters of the LGBTQIA+AAPI acronym. More pro-illegal immigrant propaganda by KING 5. Stephen Colbert is finally off the air after tonight. // LongForm: GUEST: Acting Undersecretary of the Department of Energy Alex Fitzsimmons reacts to Seattle's plans to put a halt on AI data centers. // Quick Hit: Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks is sounding off about politics again.

Following primary losses for high-profile incumbents Thomas Massie and Bill Cassidy, does President Trump's endorsement remain the GOP's most powerful currency? Former NRSC senior advisor Matt Whitlock joins the Rundown to discuss how this "political machine" could be clearing the field of GOP opposition as we look ahead to the high-stakes Texas Senate runoff between Senator John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. Plus, the question remains: can this primary momentum defeat Democrats in November? As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the upcoming National Memorial Day Concert steps into the spotlight to honor the heavy sacrifices made by servicemembers. Gary Sinise, acclaimed actor, philanthropist, and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation, joins us to discuss the profound importance of honoring generations of veterans. Sinise shares a personal tribute to his late son, a talented composer whose music will once again soar at the concert, and underscores why we must aggressively preserve firsthand history to ensure future generations never forget the true cost of freedom. PLUS, commentary by Jason Rantz, author of What's Killing America, and the host of The Jason Rantz Show. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following primary losses for high-profile incumbents Thomas Massie and Bill Cassidy, does President Trump's endorsement remain the GOP's most powerful currency? Former NRSC senior advisor Matt Whitlock joins the Rundown to discuss how this "political machine" could be clearing the field of GOP opposition as we look ahead to the high-stakes Texas Senate runoff between Senator John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. Plus, the question remains: can this primary momentum defeat Democrats in November? As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the upcoming National Memorial Day Concert steps into the spotlight to honor the heavy sacrifices made by servicemembers. Gary Sinise, acclaimed actor, philanthropist, and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation, joins us to discuss the profound importance of honoring generations of veterans. Sinise shares a personal tribute to his late son, a talented composer whose music will once again soar at the concert, and underscores why we must aggressively preserve firsthand history to ensure future generations never forget the true cost of freedom. PLUS, commentary by Jason Rantz, author of What's Killing America, and the host of The Jason Rantz Show. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following primary losses for high-profile incumbents Thomas Massie and Bill Cassidy, does President Trump's endorsement remain the GOP's most powerful currency? Former NRSC senior advisor Matt Whitlock joins the Rundown to discuss how this "political machine" could be clearing the field of GOP opposition as we look ahead to the high-stakes Texas Senate runoff between Senator John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. Plus, the question remains: can this primary momentum defeat Democrats in November? As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the upcoming National Memorial Day Concert steps into the spotlight to honor the heavy sacrifices made by servicemembers. Gary Sinise, acclaimed actor, philanthropist, and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation, joins us to discuss the profound importance of honoring generations of veterans. Sinise shares a personal tribute to his late son, a talented composer whose music will once again soar at the concert, and underscores why we must aggressively preserve firsthand history to ensure future generations never forget the true cost of freedom. PLUS, commentary by Jason Rantz, author of What's Killing America, and the host of The Jason Rantz Show. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With less than six months until the 2026 midterm elections, the battle for congressional majorities continues to intensify. Following a pivotal Supreme Court decision on Louisiana's redistricting maps, the door has swung open for a new phase of "mid-decade redistricting" that could reshape the House. Bruce Mehlman, founder of Mehlman Consulting, joins the Rundown to talk about the factors that will determine the next congressional majority. Using phones in classrooms has become a heated issue over the years, but is there a root cause that points to a deeper societal problem? Certified Family Therapist and Founder of “The Listening Path,” Christine Miles, joins the Rundown to discuss why inept listening skills are crippling about ability to connect. That is a core tenet in her book titled, What Is It Costing You Not to Listen?: The Power of Understanding to Connect, Influence, Solve & Sell. PLUS, commentary by Jason Rantz, the author of What's Killing America, and the host of The Jason Rantz Show.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With less than six months until the 2026 midterm elections, the battle for congressional majorities continues to intensify. Following a pivotal Supreme Court decision on Louisiana's redistricting maps, the door has swung open for a new phase of "mid-decade redistricting" that could reshape the House. Bruce Mehlman, founder of Mehlman Consulting, joins the Rundown to talk about the factors that will determine the next congressional majority. Using phones in classrooms has become a heated issue over the years, but is there a root cause that points to a deeper societal problem? Certified Family Therapist and Founder of “The Listening Path,” Christine Miles, joins the Rundown to discuss why inept listening skills are crippling about ability to connect. That is a core tenet in her book titled, What Is It Costing You Not to Listen?: The Power of Understanding to Connect, Influence, Solve & Sell. PLUS, commentary by Jason Rantz, the author of What's Killing America, and the host of The Jason Rantz Show.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With less than six months until the 2026 midterm elections, the battle for congressional majorities continues to intensify. Following a pivotal Supreme Court decision on Louisiana's redistricting maps, the door has swung open for a new phase of "mid-decade redistricting" that could reshape the House. Bruce Mehlman, founder of Mehlman Consulting, joins the Rundown to talk about the factors that will determine the next congressional majority. Using phones in classrooms has become a heated issue over the years, but is there a root cause that points to a deeper societal problem? Certified Family Therapist and Founder of “The Listening Path,” Christine Miles, joins the Rundown to discuss why inept listening skills are crippling about ability to connect. That is a core tenet in her book titled, What Is It Costing You Not to Listen?: The Power of Understanding to Connect, Influence, Solve & Sell. PLUS, commentary by Jason Rantz, the author of What's Killing America, and the host of The Jason Rantz Show.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democrats’ policy just allowed another infant to die from a fentanyl overdose. Mahmoud Khalil may finally get deported. Drew Carey committed a major Seattle faux pas. // LongForm: GUEST: UW political science professor Victor Menaldo explains why Washington's new ban on noncompete clauses is a bad idea. // Quick Hit: More bad polling for Democrats — courtesy of CNN.  

A Seattle couple had gas siphoned from their cars. A biased AP story about SCOTUS. A former Marysville police officer has chronicled his weight loss journey in a book. An Iranian-American doctor calls out the Left’s silence on the treatment of women in Iran. // Big Local: A judge made an interesting bail decision for a stabbing suspect in Everett. Several massage parlors in Bothell have been shut down for alleged prostitution. Snohomish County is expanding shelter space in the event that there is an increase in homelessness. // You Pick the Topic: Can a wealth disparity create a wedge in friendships?

City of Seattle allowed stolen goods market to run openly on 3rd Avenue for six weeks. People on Capitol Hill continue to distance themselves from Eric Swalwell. // Guest: Former Washington State Supreme Court Justice and legislator Phil Talmadge on his lawsuit against on the income tax. // Portland wants to tax property owners for empty storefronts — even though city policy drove them out. HHS officials want to revamp hospital food due to health concerns.

Jay Inslee and Patty Murray makes a tone deaf comment about gas prices. News trans healthcare study AGAIN shows dangers of gender affirming care. Trump got in hot water over the weekend for a meme depicting himself as Jesus. // Big Local: Washington State troopers arrested a woman that was allegedly driving under the influence with a 4-year-old in the car. Mercer Island light rail is running into some obstacles. During an Orting city council meeting a naked woman appeared on one of the councilmember’s screens. // You Pick the Topic: Starbucks customers are fed up with a new tipping scheme.

Some Seattle business owners are taking matters into their own hands to ward off criminals. New records reveal staggering staff hours spent on Washington’s lawsuits against Trump. A dogwalker and dog were viciously attacked by two dogs at a homeless encampment in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood. // LongForm: GUEST: State GOP Chair and Rep. Jim Walsh had a concerned citizen reach out to him with hundreds of unopened ballots they found in a dumpster. // Quick Hit: Has anyone actually heard of Seattle’s Vision Zero initiative?

Seattle’s Magnuson park will be getting regular police patrols. A Seattle burger joint is dealing with repeated break-ins. JD Vance has spoken out about the ongoing feud between the Pope and Trump. King County and Seattle get Washington’s worst air quality grades, failing on both ozone and particle pollution. // A new report found that the Biden DOJ used the FACE Act to target pro-life Americans at the behest of pro-abortion organizations. // A doctor is warning that wearing fitness trackers could have unintended side effects.

Unions are trying to get in the way of WinCo from coming to North Seattle. Former Seattle PI columnist Joel Connelly has passed away and Jason is dealing with some ambivalence. Kamala Harris lacks self-awareness and goes after Trump over high gas prices.  // Big Local: A Pierce County man attacked a goose in Milton. Left-wingers in Tukwila want an extension to the city’s ICE detention center ban. Spokesman-Review’s Gonzaga racism surge story is missing any evidence of the incidents it claims exist. // You Pick the Topic: The WNBA Commissioner says that a question about her future is sexist.

King County still isn’t enforcing fares on metro. KING 5 has yet another biased pro-illegal immigration story. Ketanji Brown Jackson publicly airs her grievances with the conservative justices on the Supreme Court. // LongForm: GUEST: Tacoma Police Union President Henry Betts on a rule change the Washington State Supreme Court is considering that would make it harder for judges to impose bail. // Quick Hit: Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek signs 8 bills shielding illegal immigrants from ICE. Washington seniors struggle as state becomes one of the most expensive in the nation.

Jason Rantz, host of the Jason Rantz Show on Seattle Red 770AM (SeattleRed.com) and author of What's Killing America, the definitive look at how America's biggest cities are being destroyed by progressive policies and Woke Democrats, discussed how soft on crime policies in major blue cities continue to affect businesses and residents, with the latest example coming out of his very own Seattle. Rantz also discussed Washington's radical bail challenge that "no one is talking about," which could allow the vast majority of criminals to walk free for little or no money. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The return of the Sonics could clear a major hurdle later this month. The rising oil prices are disproportionately hurting China. Egg prices have plummeted. Guest: Marc Goldwein Senior Vice President and Senior Policy Director at the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget says a gas tax holiday isn’t what you think. // LongForm: GUEST: Former Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Chad Wolf on ICE assisting TSA at airports. // Quick Hit: Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) grilled a Cato Institute scholar for claiming the Trump Administration is trying to deport US citizens.

Starbucks is opening a corporate office in Nashville and offering relocation to some of its Seattle employees. 33 people that took over UW’s IEB building during a pro-Palestine protest have been charged with trespassing. Residents in Seattle’s Mount Baker neighborhood are fed up with the drug use near schools and bus stops. // Jason had a very unusual experience on his flight home from New York. // Taco Bell has announced its new menu items for 2026.

The Seattle Civil Rights Director on leave amid slew of HR complaints. Women gathered in Seattle and Tacoma for International Women’s Day, but they still can’t define what a woman is. Guest: Discovery Institute Fellow Marsha Michaelis sounds the alarm on a new bill in Washington State that would ram through permanent supportive housing against the wishes of a community. // Big Local:  Men across Washington are lamenting the fact that the annual Tulip Festival is nearing. A Shoreline family was scammed out of their life savings in a ‘pig butchering’ scheme. A gambler at Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma won a huge jackpot on just a $3 bet. // You Pick the Topic: The wine industry is taking a big hit as both millennials and boomers have stopped drinking nearly as much.

As Operation Epic Fury enters its third week, the Pentagon is preparing to request supplemental funding from Congress—with some reports suggesting the ask will exceed $200 billion. While Speaker Mike Johnson argues that the Department of War must be adequately funded, he is facing pushback from both sides of the aisle. Shannon Bream, anchor of FOX News Sunday, joins The Rundown to discuss why the Trump administration views this funding as a strategic necessity—not only for the mission in Iran but to address munitions concerns. Plus, Shannon weighs in on the political clashes over fluctuating oil prices,  Senator Markwayne Mullin's nomination to be the next Homeland Security Secretary, and the impact of the ongoing partial government shutdown.March Madness is a busy time for sports fans—and sports gamblers. That may explain why March is also Problem Gambling Awareness Month. As legal sports betting continues to spread to more states and grow in popularity, a new bipartisan bill in the House aims to fund gambling addiction treatment. Indiana Republican Congresswoman Erin Houchin is leading that effort with the introduction of the POINTS Act. She joins The Rundown to discuss her personal connection to the issue and what lawmakers are calling for to support those struggling with addiction. Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of “What's Killing America.” PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Operation Epic Fury enters its third week, the Pentagon is preparing to request supplemental funding from Congress—with some reports suggesting the ask will exceed $200 billion. While Speaker Mike Johnson argues that the Department of War must be adequately funded, he is facing pushback from both sides of the aisle. Shannon Bream, anchor of FOX News Sunday, joins The Rundown to discuss why the Trump administration views this funding as a strategic necessity—not only for the mission in Iran but to address munitions concerns. Plus, Shannon weighs in on the political clashes over fluctuating oil prices,  Senator Markwayne Mullin's nomination to be the next Homeland Security Secretary, and the impact of the ongoing partial government shutdown.March Madness is a busy time for sports fans—and sports gamblers. That may explain why March is also Problem Gambling Awareness Month. As legal sports betting continues to spread to more states and grow in popularity, a new bipartisan bill in the House aims to fund gambling addiction treatment. Indiana Republican Congresswoman Erin Houchin is leading that effort with the introduction of the POINTS Act. She joins The Rundown to discuss her personal connection to the issue and what lawmakers are calling for to support those struggling with addiction. Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of “What's Killing America.” PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Operation Epic Fury enters its third week, the Pentagon is preparing to request supplemental funding from Congress—with some reports suggesting the ask will exceed $200 billion. While Speaker Mike Johnson argues that the Department of War must be adequately funded, he is facing pushback from both sides of the aisle. Shannon Bream, anchor of FOX News Sunday, joins The Rundown to discuss why the Trump administration views this funding as a strategic necessity—not only for the mission in Iran but to address munitions concerns. Plus, Shannon weighs in on the political clashes over fluctuating oil prices,  Senator Markwayne Mullin's nomination to be the next Homeland Security Secretary, and the impact of the ongoing partial government shutdown.March Madness is a busy time for sports fans—and sports gamblers. That may explain why March is also Problem Gambling Awareness Month. As legal sports betting continues to spread to more states and grow in popularity, a new bipartisan bill in the House aims to fund gambling addiction treatment. Indiana Republican Congresswoman Erin Houchin is leading that effort with the introduction of the POINTS Act. She joins The Rundown to discuss her personal connection to the issue and what lawmakers are calling for to support those struggling with addiction. Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of “What's Killing America.” PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Fox Across America, Jimmy Failla talks about why the abysmal ratings for the 2026 Oscars demonstrate how Hollywood no longer represents common culture in this country. Editor-in-Chief of The Federalist Mollie Hemingway gives her take on Senate Majority Leader John Thune's declining popularity among GOP voters. PLUS, host of “The Jason Rantz Show” on KTTH in Seattle Jason Rantz stops by to discuss the recently passed ‘millionaires tax' in Washington State. [00:00:00] Bad ratings again for the Oscars [00:40:03] Dems continue to misrepresent the SAVE Act [00:56:01] Mollie Hemingway [01:17:20] Sensationalism and clicks drive our media [01:35:37] Jason Rantz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is being removed from her role following a difficult week of congressional hearings and mounting questions about her leadership. Meanwhile, military strikes on Iran continue alongside concerns on Capitol Hill over the duration of Operation Epic Fury, the extent of the President's authority to act against Iran, and energy prices. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to discuss the political fight at home over the conflict, the intelligence behind the "imminent threat" from Iran's nuclear program, and how rising energy costs could shape voter sentiment ahead of the midterms. The modern battlefield is changing, driven largely by the rise of drones. The U.S. military has deployed one-way attack drones in combat against Iran for the first time, marking a significant escalation in a conflict defined by massive drone and missile barrages. Meanwhile, U.S. forces are learning firsthand the challenges of neutralizing Iran's drone arsenal. Former Army Special Ops intelligence analyst and FOX News Contributor Brett Velicovich joins to discuss the evolution of military drone strategy, the high cost of using sophisticated interceptors against low-cost enemy tech, and the rising threat of weaponized commercial drones. Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of “What's Killing America.” PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is being removed from her role following a difficult week of congressional hearings and mounting questions about her leadership. Meanwhile, military strikes on Iran continue alongside concerns on Capitol Hill over the duration of Operation Epic Fury, the extent of the President's authority to act against Iran, and energy prices. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to discuss the political fight at home over the conflict, the intelligence behind the "imminent threat" from Iran's nuclear program, and how rising energy costs could shape voter sentiment ahead of the midterms. The modern battlefield is changing, driven largely by the rise of drones. The U.S. military has deployed one-way attack drones in combat against Iran for the first time, marking a significant escalation in a conflict defined by massive drone and missile barrages. Meanwhile, U.S. forces are learning firsthand the challenges of neutralizing Iran's drone arsenal. Former Army Special Ops intelligence analyst and FOX News Contributor Brett Velicovich joins to discuss the evolution of military drone strategy, the high cost of using sophisticated interceptors against low-cost enemy tech, and the rising threat of weaponized commercial drones. Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of “What's Killing America.” PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dangerous criminals would be released early from prison under Washington Democrats bill. A restaurant owner in Seattle said he had to temporarily close due to construction at Westlake Park. A Left wing reporter claimed that Trump isn’t called racist and proceeded to get laughed at. // LongForm: GUEST: Transportation expert Bob Pishue with the Mountain States Policy Center on some new shenanigans Sound Transit is up to. // Quick Hit: Idaho House backs sweeping trans bathroom ban bill. A new poll found that the amount of US adults identifying as LGBTQ+ has exploded over the last decade and a half.

House Oversight investigators are officially deposing Bill and Hillary Clinton this week as the probe into the Jeffrey Epstein scandal reaches a new level. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to discuss whether Epstein acted as a government intelligence asset and if the committee will eventually subpoena President Trump. Plus, the "lawfare" allegations surrounding FBI phone surveillance during the Biden administration and the Trump administration's aggressive new "war on fraud" targeting state Medicaid funds. The 'Rotor Act', an aviation safety bill written in response to a deadly midair collision near Washington, was narrowly rejected by the House but it has ignited a fierce debate over whether military aircraft should be forced to use civilian tracking technology to prevent fatalities in the sky. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy joins to discuss the 'Rotor Act' failing to pass, the use of AI to dismantle deceptive trucking networks, and his strategy of withholding federal funds to force state compliance with safety standards. Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of “What's Killing America.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Washington Democrats fought for college athletes just so they could tax them. Bill Gates responds to the recent Epstein controversy surrounding him. // Border Czar Tom Homan announced the withdrawal of about 700 federal agents from Minnesota in exchange for a major concession from local leaders. Senator Patty Murray is trying to stay relevant by bashing DHS agents. // Be wary of scammers this tax season, warns the Better Business Bureau.

A disturbing new lawsuit alleges that DCYF failed to protect a girl that was may have been killed by her father. Good polling numbers for Trump on immigration. Super Bowl players lost a crazy amount of money due to taxes. // Big Local: Activists in Tacoma that don’t actually have any power demand changes to ICE. Feds made a huge drug bust in Tacoma. // You Pick the Topic: People in the job market are now paying recruiters.

Boeing is moving some jobs out of Washington. A Snohomish County corrections officer alleges they were fired after reporting a coworkers misconduct. Guest: Chris Sullivan on how many people will be using light rail from the Eastside. // LongForm: GUEST: Ann Jolie is a Pierce County grandmother who is putting down her own money to sound the alarms about a new sales tax. // Quick Hit: A lunatic nurse in Chicago seems to suggest that he’s willing to let ICE agents bleed to death.

The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Acting Director of ICE, and the Director of USCIS are all expected to testify today before the House Homeland Security Committee. This hearing takes place as the government faces another potential partial shutdown if Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding is not passed by the end of the week. Representative Brad Knott (R-NC) joins the Rundown to discuss the standoff over Democratic demands for ICE reform. Florida is now mandating that all driving tests be conducted in English only. While critics argue the rule is rooted in bias rather than safety data, Governor Ron DeSantis and other proponents defend the change as a common-sense measure to ensure drivers can comprehend road signs and laws. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins joins the Rundown to discuss the policy—catalyzed by a fatal 2025 crash involving a non-English proficient commercial driver—and why he hopes the rest of the country follows the Sunshine State's lead. Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of “What's Killing America.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Rantz, host of the Jason Rantz Show on Seattle Red 770AM (SeattleRed.com), and author of the book Be What's Killing America, the definitive look at how America's biggest cities are being destroyed by progressive policies and Woke Democrats, joined us on the Guy Benson Show to discuss the latest report by CBS News that suggests that most ICE arrests have been people without violent criminal records, and Rantz argues that the report is misguided and is ignoring huge parts of the conservative immigration argument/problem. Rantz and Benson also discussed the feelings around Seattle after the Seahawks won this year's Super Bowl and the ongoing trans-sports controversies, and you can listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is touting a strong economy while promising new measures to tackle affordability. Meanwhile, all eyes are on the Supreme Court, which could rule as early as tomorrow on a landmark case that may redefine the president's tariff authority and determine if companies are entitled to billions in refunds. O'Leary Ventures Chairman Kevin O'Leary joins the Rundown to discuss the potential fallout of the ruling, the growing concerns over the cost of living, but why he is optimistic about the direction of the economy. For decades, Cuba's economy has relied on heavily subsidized Venezuelan oil shipments—a lifeline that sustained the island's energy needs and regional alliances. Today, that lifeline is fraying amid shifting geopolitics and dwindling supplies. Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R-Fla.) joins us to discuss the current state of the Cuban regime, the economic fallout of the energy crisis, and Havana's growing ties with Mexico and other leftist governments. Later, he reflects on fleeing Cuba as a child, the lasting impact of that journey, and his deep gratitude for the opportunities he found in the United States. Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of “What's Killing America.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show on Seattle Red 770AM (SeattleRed.com) and author of the book What's Killing America, joined us on the Guy Benson Show today to react to the Portland Police Chief's "manipulative" emotional reaction to a Tren De Aragua-affiliated illegal alien being shot and killed by ICE. Rantz also discussed his local mayor, Katie Wilson of Seattle, and her definitive answer of "no" to whether or not she will investigate fraud in her city. Rantz also discussed the left's latest defense of ANTIFA, and you can listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Washington Congressman Adam Smith said something remarkably stupid about using the military to target drug traffickers. The DOJ is suing Washington State for refusing to hand over voter registration information. Seattle now has the highest rate of residents with a college degree of any major city in the United States. // Seattle activists held one of the most pathetic protests ever against Amazon. // Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia issued an apology for a post that bashed Heisman trophy voters after he didn’t win the award. A Chiefs player reacted in real time to finding out that the team had been eliminated from the playoffs.

A Trump rule could force Washington and Oregon hospitals to drop dangerous youth gender treatments. For some reason, the woman from the famous Coldplay kiss cam couple has decided to come back into the spotlight. Trump is renaming the Kennedy Center after himself. Seattle is still drawing lots of new residents… or is it? // Big Local: Skykomish is dealing with the economic impacts of Highway 2 being closed. A Tacoma family that relies on medical devices is desperate for power to be restored. A vicious Pit Bull attack left several people injured in Bremerton. // You Pick the Topic: One ESPN personality says he regrets voting for Vanderbilt Quarterback Diego Pavia for Heisman after his ‘classless’ reaction.

Another Democrat bill introduced to help criminal illegal immigrants. Trump signed an executive order reclassifying marijuana. Guest: State Rep. Travis Couture (R-Allyn) on the upcoming budget battle. // LongForm: GUEST: Congressman Michael Baumgartner helped one of his constituents pull off a unique marriage proposal. // Quick Hit: Brian Stelter says Trump is going to war with the media after his BBC lawsuit. Left-wing commentator Oliver Darcy is complaining about Katie Pavlich joining NewsNation.

Local business leaders and elected officials are already pushing back against a potential payroll tax in Washington. The ‘South Hill Rapist’ Kevin Coe has died of natural causes and the only tragedy is that he died outside of prison. An elderly grandmother in Seattle has spoken out about the altercation she had with a robber who bit her finger off. // A former MSNBC host went on a nasty tirade against Hispanic ICE agents. // Seattle has the biggest decline in rent for office space because there are so many vacancies.

Washington clean-air rules stall cremation upgrades, leaving funeral homes stuck with polluting machines. A viral video shows a crazy woman berating an elderly target employee for wearing a red Charlie Kirk shirt. Some SNAP recipients are furious that one state is limiting EBT to ‘real food.’ // Big Local: A Pierce County woman was arrested 3 times in 8 days for driving under the influence. An off-campus Bible program is considering filing a lawsuit against Everett School District. // You Pick the Topic: A Vegas tourist won over $1 million on a $25 bet.

Washington Democrats want to make the state even less business friendly with a new payroll tax. KING 5 has another very biased immigration story about the Trump Administration’s review of asylum cases. A bar in Idaho is offering free beer to customers who assist ICE with deportations. // Democrats are alleging that Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is guilty of war crimes for a strike on a Venezuelan drug boat. // Guest: Ted Foster with Northeast Seattle Little League says the city is charging inordinate fees and isn’t even doing the bare minimum for field maintenance.

A Washington Republican takes on housing aid loophole that is pushing homebuyers out of purchases. Democrat Congressman Bennie Thompson says Trump’s strikes on Narco boats are illegal and tantamount to war crimes. FCC Chair Brendan Carr butted heads with Senators on Capitol Hill about his handling of the Jimmy Kimmel situation. // Big Local: An arrest has been made in the case of the Everett dog that was tied up and left in a Dumpster. A Spokane settled with the city after her basement was filled with sewage. An Everett man was sentenced for blowing up a Black couple’s car in what appears to be a racially motivated attack. // You Pick the Topic: Far-left commentator accused fitness influencer Jillian Michaels of being a ‘white nationalist,’ but there was one problem with this claim.

We’re being told that light rail is coming to Tacoma Dome but you should only believe it when you see it. A new Seattle business merges pickleball with dining. Guest: Patrick Foley with Lake Union Partners on the Seattle business community’s reaction to Katie Wilson’s victory. // LongForm: GUEST: Energy Secretary Chris Wright.  // Quick Hit: The Democrats have another dumb talking point and want to extend Obamacare subsidies.

Pramila Jayapal is proposing a radical bill that would completely eliminate the ability of DHS to detain illegal aliens and require that illegals be given taxpayer funded lawyers. ABC News is the latest outlet to debunk the WaPo Pete Hegseth smear. KING 5 aired a biased piece about Trump’s comments about Somalis. // Guest: Ed Roos is a former Seattle school principal that was falsely accused of putting a black student in a cage. // Slobs and broken people wear pajamas to airports in protest of government request.

A trade group is begging Washington State to stop taxing restaurants so much. A Democrat state senator grilled a Washington State Patrol Captain over a new report that found racial disparities in traffic stops. // Big Local:  In a surprising move, King County Executive-elect Girmay Zahilay is cutting the equity and racial and social justice office. Some communities near Highway 2 are concerned about the flooding damage’s impact on the local economy. A very fortunate gambler near Tacoma turned a $2 bet into over $60k. // You Pick the Topic: The CEO of McDonald’s gave some ‘tough love’ to young workers.

KING 5 has another outrageously biased pro-illegal alien story. Guest: State Rep. Travis Couture (R-Allyn) on what Bob Ferguson isn’t telling you about the budget. // LongForm: GUEST: News Nation war correspondent Robert Sherman on his new book ‘Lessons from the Front. // Quick Hit: A mom in Maine is fighting against gender identity injustice as adults claim an 8-year-old boy is a “girl” who should compete against girls in sports.

Why do things feel less affordable than they actually are? President Trump made a dark joke about Air Force One crashing as the plane went through turbulence. // Girmay Zahilay’s racist, identity-obsessed appointment scheme insults the very women he claims to elevate. // A family is suing Royal Caribbean after a man died from allegedly being served 33 drinks on a cruise.

Another attack against an elderly woman in Seattle. After Washington Democrats criticized Trump’s ‘secret police,’ they quietly try creating one of their own. Elon Musk said that in hindsight he wishes he devoted more time to his companies instead of DOGE. // LongForm: GUEST: Real estate broker Matt Goyer on the grim outlook for the condo market in King County. // Quick Hit: A Kentucky state legislator says that she sometimes feels bad about being white.