Podcast appearances and mentions of Joni Ernst

Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), the first female combat veteran elected to the US Senate and author of DAUGHTER OF THE HEARTLAND: My Ode to the Country that Raised Me, joined us on the Guy Benson Show today to discuss Trump's "homerun" State of the Union address Tuesday night, and why the Trump administration is addressing problems that Iowans and everyday Americans face. Ernst also gave updates on the status of the SAVE America Act, the debate surrounding the filibuster in the Senate, and potential military strikes against Iran, and you can listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sen. JONI ERNST gives SIMON an firsthand look into last night's State of the Union address as well as her honor of hosting Arianna Howard, widow of SSG. Nate Howard, as her special guest.

It's the morning after the night before (again) and SIMON is fired up to talk all about the State of the Union and Sen. JONI ERNST gives a firsthand look into last night's State of the Union address and her admiration for her special guest.

President Trump will be giving his State of the Union address tonight and there will be several special Iowans sitting in the gallery as guests of honor. Congresswoman ASHLEY HINSON calls in to introduce her special guests at the SOTU - Meskwaki Police Chief JEFF & MISTY BUNN, parents of SSG NATHANIAL 'NATE' HOWARD. On December 13, 2025, Iowa National Guardsmen, SSG HOWARD and SSG EDGAR TORRES-TOVAR, along with their interpreter, were killed in action, while three other Iowa guardsmen were wounded. Congresswoman Hinson is honoring the memory of SSG Howard by hosting his parents tonight. Senator Joni Ernst will be hosting SSG Howard's wife, Arianna, as her honored guest. Congressman Zach Nunn will be honoring the memory of SSG Torres-Tovar by hosting his parents, HUGO TORRES and ISABEL TOVAR as his special guest in the gallery for the State of the Union.

The “Strategic Reset” has officially arrived, and it's hitting the pockets of the D.C. elite. From the staggering collapse of the Washington Post newsroom to Senator Joni Ernst's new DISPOSAL Act targeting $3 billion in federal real estate waste, the message is clear: the days of unchecked bloat are over. Today, we're breaking down why legacy media is imploding, how the DOGE mission is reclaiming your tax dollars from “ghost town” government buildings, and the surprising electoral shift in Texas that should be a massive wake-up call for the GOP. We're cutting through the noise and getting to the truth. Let's get started.Thanks for joining me for this episode! I'm a Houston- based attorney, run an HR Consulting company called Claremont Management Group, and am a tenured professor at the University of St. Thomas. I've also written several non-fiction political commentary books: Bad Deal for America (2022) explores the Vegas-style corruption running rampant in Washington DC, while The Decline of America: 100 Years of Leadership Failures (2018) analyzes – and grades – the leadership qualities of the past 100 years of U.S. presidents. You can find my books on Amazon, and me on social media (Twitter @DSchein1, LinkedIn @DavidSchein, and Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube @AuthorDavidSchein). I'd love to hear from you!As always, the opinions expressed in this podcast are mine and my guests' and not the opinions of my university, my company, or the businesses with which I am connected.Photo credits: Action14; Valentyn; Laricha; Silverman Media Services, LLC

You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for February 12, 2026. 0:30 An AI safety researcher resigns from Anthropic, warning the world is “in peril”—but is the threat real or just more AI panic? We cut through the hype around artificial intelligence, copyright fears, job losses, and ethical alarms, questioning sloppy AI reporting that lumps Roombas, video games, and self-driving cars into the same doom narrative. From bold claims by Elon Musk to deeper questions about human dignity, accountability, and wisdom in the age of ChatGPT, this conversation asks the hard question: is AI the danger—or is it how we choose to use it? 9:30 Plus, we cover the Top 3 Things You Need to Know. The House voted to end President Trump's tariffs on Canada. The new Democrat governor of New Jersey is banning ICE from as much of the state as she can. The state of Florida will now require all drivers exams to be conducted in English only. 12:30 Get Performlyte from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 13:00 Cardi B ignites controversy after kicking off her “Little Miss Drama” tour by telling fans they should physically attack federal immigration officers if they show up — a statement that crosses the line from protest into outright incitement. We break down why Cardi B’s remarks aren’t protected speech, how celebrity shock tactics fuel “outrage economics,” and why reckless rhetoric with a megaphone can quickly turn into felony territory. 16:30 Valentine’s Day hits different when the kids are grown. The American Mamas — Terry Netterville and Kimberly Burleson — get real about how romance, expectations, and love languages change over time. From ditching chocolates and flowers to finding joy in taken-out trash, phone-down conversations, pizza nights, and Netflix, this candid, funny conversation reframes Valentine’s Day for empty nesters. We also dive into why the holiday feels more natural for daters and kids, how modern couples plan experiences on the fly, and why love now is less about grand gestures and more about making life “move easy.” 22:00 Even if you can’t stand Donald Trump, here’s one move that hits home for everyday drivers. We break down how President Trump scrapped the Obama-era auto regulations that forced vehicles to shut off at stoplights — the hated start-stop engine feature many say damages engines and drives up car costs. The conversation takes aim at the green mandates rolled out under Barack Obama, argues they hurt American automakers, and explains why rolling them back could save drivers thousands per vehicle. Love him or hate him, this is one regulation repeal that might finally let your car idle in peace. 25:00 A deadly school shooting in British Columbia ignites a blunt, controversial conversation about media language, gender ideology, and mental health. After Canadian authorities — including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police — described the suspect based on self-identification rather than biology, we question what’s being obscured and why. We challenge claims that mass shootings are purely about guns, examine a series of recent high-profile attacks involving gender-dysphoric shooters, and argue society is misdiagnosing a mental health crisis as a political or cultural one. 32:00 Get Prodovite Plus from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 32:30 The federal government is sitting on 24 million square feet of underused office space—empty buildings that cost taxpayers billions in maintenance. We break down how bureaucratic waste keeps these properties off the market, despite proposals like Senator Joni Ernst’s new legislation to expedite sales. From peeling paint to costly mechanical systems, we discuss why letting these buildings languish is a drain on families, and why putting them back into commerce could save taxpayers billions. 35:00 We break down the EPA’s reversal of Obama-era carbon regulations— one of the most significant moves for American consumers in decades. From eliminating the hated automatic start-stop feature to rolling back greenhouse gas mandates on vehicles from 2012–2027, the change promises to save taxpayers over $1.3 trillion, restore consumer choice, and lower vehicle costs. We explore how decades of EPA overreach, fueled by the 2009 “endangerment finding,” drove up car prices, reshaped the auto industry, and sparked debates over government power versus economic freedom. 39:30 We tackle the controversy surrounding Eileen Ju, an American-born athlete who chose to compete for China in the Olympics. We question the idea of “global citizenship” in a competition that is, at its core, nation versus nation, and explore why representing another country after benefiting from the American system sparks outrage. Articles Sherrill signs order restricting ICE cooperation Florida Becomes Only the Fourth State to Offer English-Only Driver’s License Exams The media need to stop gaslighting us about the reality of trans mass shooters Trump's EPA revokes finding on greenhouse gas threat that underpinned US fight against climate change President Trump and Administrator Zeldin Deliver Single Largest Deregulatory Action in U.S. History Trump Announces ‘Largest Deregulatory Action In American History’ Follow us: americangroundradio.com Facebook: facebook.com / AmericanGroundRadio Instagram: instagram.com/americangroundradioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SIIMON talks to Sen. JONI ERNST about the significance of Sarah's Law and the last 10 years in reflection of yesterday's day of justice for Sarah Root when her killer was sentenced yesterday to the maximum allowed by law - 21yrs.

Serious and Silly! SIMON talks Sarah's Law with Sen. JONI ERNST and later he and MRS C discuss the Top 20 No No Gifts for your Valentine!

Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), the first female combat veteran elected to the US Senate and author of DAUGHTER OF THE HEARTLAND: My Ode to the Country that Raised Me, joined the Guy Benson Show today to discuss the President Trump's trip to Iowa this week and his accomplishments from his first year back in office. Sen. Ernst also discussed a potential government funding deal as Dems threaten a shutdown over DHS funding. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Greg Belfrage interviews Iowa Senator Joni Ernst about her recent visit to American Soldiers stationed in the middle east. They also talked about Trump in Iowa, Gas Prices, Minnesota, Tom Homan, preventing a government shutdown, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump is hitting the road today, traveling to Iowa to kick off campaign events for this year's Midterm Elections in hopes that Republicans can keep control of both the House and the Senate. Recently, Republicans' messaging has centered around restoring "common sense and sanity" in government and putting more money back in the pockets of working families. Iowa Republican Congresswoman Ashley Hinson is running for Senator Joni Ernst's seat. She joins the Rundown to discuss her plans to address Americans' concerns and the importance of agriculture.As House Republicans prepare a series of high-stakes hearings into widespread fraud in Minnesota, taxpayers and lawmakers are asking a critical question: how deep does the rabbit hole go? Federal prosecutions have already exposed a $250 million scheme involving the Feeding Our Future nonprofit, and a new wave of allegations surrounding the state's Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) has brought Minnesota to the center of a national firestorm. Scott Dexter, a retired fraud investigator from the Minnesota Department of Human Services Inspector General's office, joins the Rundown to explain how the system failed, and whether Minnesota is just the beginning. Plus, commentary by Lee Hartley Carter, president of Maslansky and Partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is hitting the road today, traveling to Iowa to kick off campaign events for this year's Midterm Elections in hopes that Republicans can keep control of both the House and the Senate. Recently, Republicans' messaging has centered around restoring "common sense and sanity" in government and putting more money back in the pockets of working families. Iowa Republican Congresswoman Ashley Hinson is running for Senator Joni Ernst's seat. She joins the Rundown to discuss her plans to address Americans' concerns and the importance of agriculture.As House Republicans prepare a series of high-stakes hearings into widespread fraud in Minnesota, taxpayers and lawmakers are asking a critical question: how deep does the rabbit hole go? Federal prosecutions have already exposed a $250 million scheme involving the Feeding Our Future nonprofit, and a new wave of allegations surrounding the state's Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) has brought Minnesota to the center of a national firestorm. Scott Dexter, a retired fraud investigator from the Minnesota Department of Human Services Inspector General's office, joins the Rundown to explain how the system failed, and whether Minnesota is just the beginning. Plus, commentary by Lee Hartley Carter, president of Maslansky and Partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is hitting the road today, traveling to Iowa to kick off campaign events for this year's Midterm Elections in hopes that Republicans can keep control of both the House and the Senate. Recently, Republicans' messaging has centered around restoring "common sense and sanity" in government and putting more money back in the pockets of working families. Iowa Republican Congresswoman Ashley Hinson is running for Senator Joni Ernst's seat. She joins the Rundown to discuss her plans to address Americans' concerns and the importance of agriculture.As House Republicans prepare a series of high-stakes hearings into widespread fraud in Minnesota, taxpayers and lawmakers are asking a critical question: how deep does the rabbit hole go? Federal prosecutions have already exposed a $250 million scheme involving the Feeding Our Future nonprofit, and a new wave of allegations surrounding the state's Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) has brought Minnesota to the center of a national firestorm. Scott Dexter, a retired fraud investigator from the Minnesota Department of Human Services Inspector General's office, joins the Rundown to explain how the system failed, and whether Minnesota is just the beginning. Plus, commentary by Lee Hartley Carter, president of Maslansky and Partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hugh discusses Iran with Haviv Rettig Gur, Sen. Joni Ernst, David Drucker, Bret Baier, and Byron York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We sit down with returning guest David Mwirichia to discuss everything 2025 politically, including some of Iowa's news, like the water problem and Ian Roberts, to the US with Trump, Charlie Kirk, Epstein, and more! ==== Timestamps: Iowa's Water Nitrate Levels - 02:43 Ian Roberts Scandal - 07:19 Jackie Norris & Joni Ernst - 19:34 The D.C. Swamp - 23:17 Trump 2.0 - 36:31 Looking Back on Kamala Harris' Campaign - 49:54 The Epstein Files - 54:59 Conflicts Overseas - 01:00:37 Charlie Kirk - 01:12:10 Nick Fuentes - 01:33:51 2026 Predictions - 01:43:19 ==== LINKS ===== Website: www.mcallisterhours.com Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMcAllisterHours Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3kkuLRVsVJLi22RALUkNRh?si=6c663608a0744da1 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mcallister-hours-podcast/id1509329541 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themcallisterhours/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mcallisterhours?fan_landing=true Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mcallisterhours/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-739237

Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), the first female combat veteran elected to the US Senate and author of DAUGHTER OF THE HEARTLAND: My Ode to the Country that Raised Me, joined the Guy Benson Show today and reacted to the chaos in the wake of a deadly I.C.E.-involved shooting in Minneapolis today. While Sen. Ernst did not make a judgement call on the shooting, she did back I.C.E. officers, saying that I.C.E. are the "good guys" and that violent incidents would not occur if they were allowed to carry out their lawful orders. Sen. Ernst and Benson also discuss  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Diving into rampant government financial waste. Where your tax dollars go that they shouldn't.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), the first female combat veteran ever elected to the United States Senate and author of DAUGHTER OF THE HEARTLAND: My Ode to the Country that Raised Me, joined The Guy Benson Show today to discuss the failed healthcare votes in the Senate, after both the Republican and Democratic proposals fell short earlier today. Ernst discussed why the Republican plan focuses on directing subsidies to citizens, not insurance companies, in order to stop the rampant Obamacare skimming and fraud that has flourished under Democratic leadership. Ernst also reacted to the disgusting messaging from Rep. Bennie Thompson who called the jihadist attack on National Guardsmen in Washington, D.C. an "unfortunate accident." Benson and Sen. Ernst closed by discussing  the pace of judicial nominations and why the Trump administration must move quickly to get their judges confirmed for the present term. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Greg Belfrage interviews Iowa Senator Joni Ernst. They talk about what she's doing to cut costs including stopping SNAP benefits from being used in fast food restaurants, stopping fraud in the small business administration, stopping the fraud from the covid era paycheck protection aid, electric mail carrier vehicles, and more.. In The Last Word Greg goes over Trump's speech in PA which included affordability, the democrats, drilling, the stock market, 401Ks, gas prices, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete Hegseth is a war criminal. Is sleepy Don a demented narcissist? Joni Ernst and her McCruelty tell SNAP recipients what to do. Check out the Green & Red Podcast Blue Sky @False-Positive Instagram @False_Positive

An investigation found that Pete Hegseth shared classified information in the Signal chat. The admiral who conducted the boat strikes is briefing lawmakers. Kash Patel admits he's trying to stall the release of the Epstein files. Elise Stefanik continues her fight with Mike Johnson. Joni Ernst wants to limit where SNAP recipients get food. Trump slaps his name on the Institute of Peace building. Host: Jordan Uhl (@JordanUhl) Co-Host: Brett Erlich (@bretterlich) ***** 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

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Greg Belfrage interviews Iowa Senator Joni Ernst, they talk about the Epstein files, lowering the national debt, getting rid of the penny, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The government shutdown may be over soon, but not everyone is happy. President Trump pardons those who questioned the 2020 election, and the recent election in NJ has many asking questions about the numbers. Women were key in all 3 elections, so we look at why women are more liberal and highlight Joni Ernst's latest efforts to right wrongs.

Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), the first female combat veteran elected to the U.S. Senate and author of Daughter of the Heartland: My Ode to the Country that Raised Me, joined The Guy Benson Show today to discuss the now record-breaking government shutdown, which has become the longest in U.S. history. Sen. Ernst weighed in on the fiery exchange between Senators Moreno and Rosen, where Moreno thrashed Rosen for refusing to acknowledge that Democrats are the real holdouts in the ongoing shutdown, as they are actively holding out votes for a clean CR. Ernst also reacted to the Trump administration's latest military strikes targeting cartel boats in international waters, and she ended the interview by discussing her new bill aimed at selling off vacant federal buildings to save taxpayer money. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hugh discusses the passing of former Vice President Dick Cheney, the elections underway today, the Arctic Frost scandal, and talks with Senators Shelley Moore Capito, Joni Ernst, and Eric Schmitt, as well as Bret Baier, Byron York, James Lileks, and John Ashbrook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon talks to U.S. Senator Joni Ernst on DAY 28 of the government shutdown and what that now means for WIC recipients, military members, and government employees like air traffic controllers and TSA.

Loaded 1rst hour of the show - Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds updates Simon on her statewide roundtable tour listening & talking to Iowans about property tax, DOGE, IPERS and more! Next, Simon gets 'THE RUNDOWN FROM THE SHUTDOWN' from U.S. Senator Joni Ernst on what is now DAY 28! Who is next to be affected? Who is holding the government hostage? Who crossed party lines today and will CR vote #14 be successful? Listen to find our!

Today on the Scott Jennings Show: Scott is live from the Constitution State after a packed lecture at Fairfield University — and he’s diving straight into the political knife-fight: a breaking ceasefire collapse in the Middle East, Trump’s new Japan agreements, Chairman Jim Jordan joins Scott to discuss his bombshell referral of John Brennan to DOJ, plus Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst.Stream it now, live on X, YouTube & Facebook. Follow @ScottJenningsKYScottJenningsShow.com Common Sense for the AMERICAN PEOPLE.Keep up with the Trump Administration when you subscribe to The Trump Report. This email brings you daily highlights from the Oval Office, right to your inbox, 5 days a week. Subscribe today at http://salempodcastnetwork.com/trumpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode, you'll hear from Senator Joni Ernst & our special panel made up of Karen Harned, Former Labor Secretary Alex Acosta, EJ Antoni, Rep. Mike Collins, and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin. The panel discussion focuses on the significant impact of federal regulations on small businesses and the economy. It highlights the burden of overregulation, the legislative efforts to reform these regulations, and the importance of deregulation for economic growth. Learn more at JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Word spills out that Chuck Schumer is keeping the government closed until a specific date - October 18 - we tell you why. Trump drops the hammer that democrat programs are getting axed and Senator Joni Ernst hands him a list of $2 TRILLION in programs that can be cut. Dominion Voting Systems gets sold to a republican who makes the deal contingent on the company dropping all its lawsuits against conservatives. Good News takes us to Bowling Green, Ohio where a college mascot has done wonderful things to its study body.

Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), the first female combat veteran elected to the U.S. Senate and author of Daughter of the Heartland: My Ode to the Country that Raised Me, joined The Guy Benson Show today to reflect on the second anniversary of the October 7th massacre in Israel, when Hamas terrorists slaughtered hundreds of innocent festivalgoers and took countless others hostage. Ernst underscored the importance of standing firmly with Israel and ensuring such evil is never forgotten. Sen. Ernst also weighed in on the ongoing government shutdown, blasting Democrats for refusing to vote on a simple, clean continuing resolution. Guy and Sen. Ernst also reacted to the shocking story of an illegal immigrant being hired as the superintendent of the Des Moines School District. Finally, Sen. Ernst discussed her reasoning for not seeking re-election to the Senate and  her confidence in Rep. Ashley Hinson as a strong potential successor for Iowa's seat. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Hugh discusses the assassination of Charlie Kirk and talks with Amy Coney Barrett Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, about her new book, "Listening to the Law: Reflections on the Court and Constitution." Also on today's show: Senators Tom Cotton and Joni Ernst, Vic Matus, and Bethany Mandel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Trump Administration's agenda is encountering legal challenges on multiple fronts, including the president's tariffs, attempts to withhold federal funding from universities, and efforts to crack down on crime in certain cities. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to break down these legal battles and weigh in on controversies surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein probe, Florida's vaccine mandate ban, and the recent military strike on a suspected Tren de Aragua drug trafficking boat off of the coast of Venezuela. To regain control of the Senate, the Democrats need to flip four seats and defend the ones they currently hold in next year's midterm elections. Iowa Republican Congresswoman Ashley Hinson has announced her candidacy for the Senate seat currently held by the retiring Joni Ernst, a seat the Democrats believe may be in play. She joins the Rundown to discuss her campaign, how Iowans feel about the President's trade policies, and her plans to keep that seat red. Plus, commentary from the host of “Tomi Lahren is Fearless" on Outkick, Tomi Lahren. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aaron McIntire covers President Trump's announcement of U.S. military action against a cartel drug boat, the relocation of Space Force HQ to Huntsville, Alabama, and plans for a Chicago crime crackdown. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser reverses course, ordering police to cooperate with federal law enforcement, while Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson tiptoes toward defiance. In Wisconsin, Governor Tony Evers defends illegal immigrant labor, and in the U.K., a comedy writer's arrest over social media posts signals rising totalitarianism. Plus, Lee Strobel on Tucker Carlson discusses Hollywood's demonic influence.   AM Update, Trump cartel action, Space Force HQ, Chicago crime, D.C. mayor, U.K. censorship, Lee Strobel, Hollywood demonic influence, immigration judges, Joni Ernst, Rashida Tlaib

Monday, September 1st, 2025Today, the Trump administration attempted to remove 600 terrified unaccompanied minors to Guatemala in the middle of the night until a federal judge entered an order to stop them; speculation about Trump's whereabouts explodes on social media as he continues to hide from the public; the government is going to deploy AI software to deny Medicare claims; Governor Greg Abbott has signed into law redistricting maps that reduce Black voters in Texas to one-fifth of a person and Hispanic voters to one-third of a person; a federal appeals court has struck down Trump's tariffs as unlawful; Joni Ernst - who infamously claimed we're all going to die anyways about Medicaid cuts - says she won't run for Senate again in 2026; Riley Gaines' dad is entering the race in Tennessee's 6th congressional district; the Epstein estate has agreed to hand over the birthday book and other documents to Congress; the mayor of Chicago has signed an order to resist Trump's planned occupation of the city; Trump says he will sign an executive order mandating voter ID; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, DeleteMeGet 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/DAILYBEANS and use promo code DAILYBEANS at checkout. Guest: Randi WeingartenWhy Fascists Fear Teachers by Randi Weingarten | PenguinRandomHouseAFTt.orgUnion Talk Podcast | American Federation of TeachersRandi Weingarten - The New York Times@rweingarten.bsky.social -  Bluesky, @rweingarten - twitterYou Can Vote For Dana !  2025 Out100: Cast your vote for Readers' Choice!StoriesTrump Says He Will Sign Executive Order Mandating Voter I.D. | The New York TimesJoni Ernst won't seek reelection to Senate in 2026, sources say | CBS NewsThe Sooknanan Monologue - by Allison Gill | The BreakdownMedicare Will Require Prior Approval for Certain Procedures | The New York TimesEpstein's estate set to provide 'birthday book' to Congress with subpoenaed docs, House Democrat says | NBC NewsJohnson signs order aimed at resisting planned immigration crackdown, possible Nat. Guard deployment | ABC 7 Eyewitness NewsGood Trouble California needs your help | Proposition 50 Vote YES !!As partisan gerrymandering in states like Texas threatens to undermine democracy, California is stepping up with Proposition 50, the Election Rigging Response Act. It is vital that voters are informed and turned out to vote by November 4. Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**Trump's VA Rule Would Ban Abortion Care for Veterans—Your Voice Can Stop It | On   Offense with Kris Goldsmith – Write a Public Comment - Reproductive Health Services - Deadline September 3**IRS asks for public input on free tax filing options to inform congressional report | Internal Revenue Service - Deadline September 5**Help ensure safety of public servants. Hold RFK Jr accountable by signing the letter: savehhs.org, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social on Bluesky**SIGN THE STATEMENT OF SOLIDARITY AND SUPPORT for the FEMA Katrina Declaration.From The Good NewsRogue Food UnitesMobility Fit Physical TherapyYurok TribeThe Newbury School of Weaving Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave 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?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts

Tonight on The Last Word: A federal appeals court deals a huge blow to Donald Trump on tariffs. Also, Trump is blasted for his “illegal” tactic to cut foreign aid. Plus, Trump special envoy Steve Witkoff refuses to blame Russia as the aggressor against Ukraine. And Iowa GOP Sen. Joni Ernst won't seek reelection in 2026. Laurence Tribe, Rep. Lloyd Doggett, Norm Ornstein, David Rothkopf, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, and Ben Wikler join Ali Velshi.

David does The News.

Trump is like a dysfunctional 8-year-old whose parents are always in the principal's office arguing that their son is a good boy. The media, CEOs, and Wall Street keep giving him a pass for his behavior while his supporters and apologists explain why he just had to set the school on fire. At the same time, he's empowering ideologues behind the scenes who are dismantling the government and executing their policy wet dreams. Plus, Joni Ernst's Senate tenure has been a sham, Vance tries Mickey Mouse Stalinism on for size, and what's going on with the bruising on Trump's right hand? The public has the right to know about the health of a president. Tom Nichols joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod. Tom Nichols joins Tim Miller for the weekend pod. show notes Tom's newsletter installment, "President Homelander" JVL's Thursday 'Triad' The film, "The Death of Stalin" Felicia Schwartz's piece on Steve Witkoff Tim's playlist Bulwark Live in DC and NYC at https://www.thebulwark.com/p/bulwark-events. Toronto is SOLD OUT

In our news wrap Friday, President Trump is trying to block nearly $5 billion in foreign aid funding already approved by Congress, an emergency hearing on Trump's firing of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook concluded with no immediate ruling, GOP Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst reportedly won't seek reelection and Trump revoked the Secret Service detail for former Vice President Harris. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

At about 12 years of age, I began working for my father, loading bundles into the two delivery trucks used in his small business. This required that, first, I back the trucks down an alley and into the loading bay. Thus, I learned to drive going backward, which probably says something fundamental about me.But even at 12, I didn't get stuck in reverse, as today's Republican Congress has. The GOP's autocratic ideologues and corporate toadies are spurning hard-won, economic, social, environmental, and other progress made by generations of grassroots Americans. They are trying to drive our people back to Robber Baron rule and Jim Crow law.Indeed, no progressive advance today escapes the wrath of the GOP's ideological swat squad. Consider the operatic political frenzy they're now stirring up over Post Office trucks. Yes, that ubiquitous fleet of red, white, and blue mail delivery vehicles you see on every street and rural road in America.Those gas-powered workhorses, now 35 years old, are way overdue for replacement. Sensibly, the Postal Service is buying fuel-efficient, non-polluting, electric vehicles, which include such basics as airbags and air conditioning.But no, squealed extreme right-wingers like Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa. She condemns the very idea of a battery-powered fleet as lefty “wokeness.” So she's demanding that Congress literally defund the purchase of EVs, forcing the Postal Service to go backward to inefficient, polluting trucks fueled by Big Oil – an industry that just happens to be a generous funder of her career.To get a clear-eyed view of which are the best vehicles to take us way forward, don't ask a corporate-owned ideologue; ask the postal workers who drive them. Go to apwu.com.Jim Hightower's Lowdown is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jimhightower.substack.com/subscribe

A lot of hope is riding on the 2026 midterm elections, not that any of us are naive about efforts the Trump administration will make (in fact, already is making!) to ensure Republicans keep control of both houses of Congress. A compliant Congress, after all, has been a primary vehicle for the passage of the Project 2025 agenda. I'll gladly interview Congressional candidates who offer hope for real change in Washington. Today's conversation is with J.D. Scholten of Iowa. J.D., now an Iowa State legislator, decided to jump into the race when he saw Senator Joni Ernst's response to a constituent who complained that the Medicare cuts will cause people to die. She said, “Well, we all are going to die.” She then doubled down with a sarcastic apology that was pretty shocking even by today's low standards. Wow.I hope you enjoy my talk with J.D. Washington will be a much better place if Scholten win this race, and I can give a personal endorsement that he's a really, really, really good guy. Here's J.D's website. If you enjoy the interview, I hope you'll throw in some support. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.transformarticles.com/subscribe

A lot of hope is riding on the 2026 midterm elections, not that any of us are naive about efforts the Trump administration will make (in fact, already is making!) to ensure Republicans keep control of both houses of Congress. A compliant Congress, after all, has been a primary vehicle for the passage of the Project 2025 agenda. I'll gladly interview Congressional candidates who offer hope for real change in Washington. Today's conversation is with J.D. Scholten of Iowa. J.D., now an Iowa State legislator, decided to jump into the race when he saw Senator Joni Ernst's response to a constituent who complained that the Medicare cuts will cause people to die. She said, “Well, we all are going to die.” She then doubled down with a sarcastic apology that was pretty shocking even by today's low standards. Wow. I hope you enjoy my talk with J.D. Washington will be a much better place if Scholten win this race, and I can give a personal endorsement that he's a really, really, really good guy. Here's J.D's website. If you enjoy the interview, I hope you'll throw in some support.

The girls are fighting! Happy Pride. This week, Donald Trump and Elon Musk catfight over who's keeping the edgelords in the divorce. Joni Ernst death-drops into the Big Beautiful Bill drama, and Pete Hegseth does his level best to de-gay the Navy. Darby Lynn Cartwright and Alexis Bevels judge Lovett as he's never been judged before, while Adam Rippon, Joel Kim Booster and Brendan Scannell face off against Clea Duvall and Sabrina Wu in battle over The Culture. Then it's time to give the Pride Wheel a gay little spin, before we flounce off into the night.Upcoming shows: crooked.com/eventsFor a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. 

The health care of 10 million Americans is at risk as President Trump's massive tax cut legislation makes its way to the Senate. Will Majority Leader John Thune be able to cobble together a bill that the "Medicaid moderates," budget hawks, and hardliners can all agree on? Meanwhile, Stephen Miller freaks out at ICE leadership for failing to detain and deport enough immigrants, corporate America begins cutting ties with law firms that bent the knee to Trump, and Democratic presidential hopefuls begin testing the waters. Jon and Lovett embrace the schadenfreude, discuss the lies Speaker Mike Johnson is peddling to win over his Senate colleagues, and evaluate Senator Joni Ernst's "we're all going to die" message to her constituents. Then, Jon talks to Senator Brian Schatz about putting an end to Democratic navel gazing and fighting to stop Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill."

Elon Musk is back in the news, with a New York Times investigation detailing his rampant drug use right as he hightails it out of Washington. Lovett and Dan compare notes on their own White House drug tests, then dig into Trump's most recent comments on his Big Beautiful Bill, the legislation's fate in the Senate, and Sen. Joni Ernst's psychopathic consolation for people being kicked off Medicaid. Then Lovett sits down with author and history professor Erik Loomis to talk about whether the U.S. is still capable of mass mobilization—do liberals actually care about workers? How do we meet people where they're at? And are we all too individualistic to show true solidarity?