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In the second half of his marathon conversation with Rep. Thomas Massie (R), Matt Kibbe asks the Kentucky congressman about his discharge petition to release the Epstein files. It turns out that one of the main reasons why the government remains shut down — and why Speaker Johnson (R-La.) is preventing the House of Representatives from convening — is that Massie has the votes to release the files. Since President Trump has called these files a hoax and FBI Director Kash Patel says the files don't exist, the big question is why Republicans are so determined to prevent Massie's petition from going through.

President Trump endorses a potential candidate to challenge Congressman Massie in the GOP Primary, Sen. Rand Paul discusses the government shutdown and his plan to increase tourism in Eastern Kentucky, and thousands turn out across Kentucky for "No King" rallies.

Changes to public assistance programs are impacting thousands of Kentuckians, Auditor Ball is again calling on the governor to fund SB 151, a Kentuckian is confirmed as a federal judge, Congressman Massie has a beef with President Trump's comment about beef, and meet a group working to save lives across Louisville.

Beshear finds $9.1 million in Kentucky's couch cushions to fund a senior meals program.While most of us have no issue with the program itself, it does leave one to wonder why Kentucky just has $9.1 million somewhere we were previously unaware of. Beshear said the money was earmarked for a Medicaid study that was never done. Where else do we have money just squirreled away that the government doesn't realize it has?A Kentucky Democratic legislator is on work release from house arrest while doing legislative work in Frankfort. Rep. Beverly Chester-Burton is serving 10 days of home incarceration for a 2024 DUI plea.Ed Gallrein jumps in to run against Massie.

EP205:  Syracuse Mayor Race, MAGA vs Thomas Massie, NFL Week 86, NBA Gambling ScandalSPORTSNFL Week 8 -  https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-week-8-takeaways-what-we-learned-from-sunday-s-11-games NBA Gambling Probe - https://www.covers.com/industry/congress-requests-briefing-from-adam-silver-on-nba-betting-scandal-oct-27-2025  ⁃ ⁃ Mafia; two cases La Cosa Nostra https://www.legendsofamerica.com/la-cosa-nostra/Gilbert Arenas poker games; rat?Terry RozierChauncey BillupsDamon JonesCLICKSGameStop - https://metro.co.uk/2025/10/27/donald-trump-salutes-halo-ending-ps5-vs-xbox-console-war-24537144/ No King s - https://www.theamericanconservative.com/no-kings-was-just-as-empty-the-second-time/Venezuela - https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-maga-venezuela/MAGA vs Massie - https://internewscast.com/news/us/massie-vs-trump-high-stakes-showdown-in-kentuckys-pivotal-primary-race/ POLITICSSyracuse Mayoral Debate - https://www.syracuse.com/news/2025/10/tensions-erupt-into-shouting-at-final-debate-in-syracuse-mayoral-race.htmlWho ya got? https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/bet-syracuse-mayoral-race-though-110000267.html ##About the Sports, Clicks & Politics Podcast SCAPP is a weekly podcast with a Livestream every Monday at 12pm on eastern.  Join hosts Shawn Hannon and Ben Hussong as they separate the latest news from the noise impacting New York State. The podcast has frequent guest interviews for additional perspectives in the worlds or sports, politics and beyond!Follow the show on social mediaWebsite: scappodcast.comFacebook: facebook.com/scappodcastTwitter: @SCAPPodcastFollow Shawn & Ben on social mediaFacebook: facebook.com/hannon44 Twitter: @hannon44Facebook: facebook.com/ben.hussong.3Twitter: @benhussong 

Send us a textThe dispute between Donald Trump and much beloved Kentucky Representative Thomas Massie continues to heat up. Donald Trump endorsed Ed Gallrein this week who is running against Massie. Has Massie faced much opposition before in his district? Is he on shaky ground or does his district appear to support him? Hannah dives into the numbers this week to discern whether Kentuckie's 4th Congressional District wants a Constitutional Representative or a Trump Yes man. Next up, Spartanburg County in South Carolina elected their own Thomas Massie this week in a huge win for soon to be Senator Lee Bright. Columbia spent big money to get Lee Bright out of office back in 2016 but he's back and more liberty minded than ever! Support the showhttps://www.thehannahmillershow.com/podcasts/https://bobslone.com/contact/bob@bobslone.com

In this special two-part episode of “Kibbe on Liberty,” Matt Kibbe sits down for a marathon conversation with Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) to discuss President Trump's plans to import Argentinian beef, both as a way to lower prices for American consumers and to help out Argentinian President Javier Milei. This is a little puzzling given Trump's historic hostility toward foreign trade and his campaign promise to put America first. As someone who personally raises cattle, Massie is uniquely positioned in Congress to present the perspective of the American farmer. There is certainly no shortage of beef in our own country, but lowering prices requires relaxing a suite of crony regulations designed to protect Big Agriculture from the competition of local and independent farmers.

In this episode of 'Good Morning Liberty,' Charlie and Nate dive into the week's most absurd events and statements in part one of our 'Dumb Bleep of the Week!' From the strange tattoos of the Maine Senate candidate Graham Plattner and Elizabeth Warren's No Kings protest to the truth about Amazon's job market and Trump's inaccurate claims about inflation and gas prices, we break it all down. Stay tuned for an even crazier part two coming tomorrow! 00:00 Intro 00:40 No Kings Protest and Elizabeth Warren 10:14 Amazon's Automation and Job Replacement 26:11 Graham Platner's Controversial Tattoo 32:24 Controversial Tattoo Discussion 33:00 Political Symbolism and Reactions 35:10 Economic Policies and Public Perception 37:08 Inflation and Government Spending 42:29 Tariffs and Taxes Debate 48:40 Political Loyalty and Strategy  

Aaron, Kim and Nema cover Kentucky's political news of the weak, including fresh items from Kentucky's liber-hair-twins, Rand and Massie, as well as a looming hunger crisis across our commonwealth and country. We also give you a KY #NoKings recap, then check in with Zach Dembo, former federal prosecutor, now a candidate for KY-6.#ColonelsOfTruth Progress KentuckyNEWS OF THE WEAK:https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article312581626.html?giftCode=7e404dff19a6175d93ecc783d953ccce2215c63249f09cd493bd45f710305af2https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/rand-paul-pokes-back-at-trump-after-getting-snubbed-from-white-house-reception/ar-AA1OV4qdhttps://x.com/RandPaul/status/1980684335956001002https://kentuckylantern.com/2025/10/20/kentucky-meals-for-seniors-gets-temporary-9-million-support/https://www.facebook.com/share/v/16yxpoKuVn/https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1GYtJxZ4VJ/https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AUkUhQ8ie/https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17XLYeY8LZ/https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17FYH6GMrA/INTERVIEW: Zach Dembo (Candidate, KY-6)https://zachdembo.com/CALL TO ACTION: Join our FLIP THE 6TH Campaign!Sunday, Nov. 9th, noon-3pm, West Sixth Brewing Barrel Roomhttps://www.mobilize.us/progresskentucky/event/859296/#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠@progressky⁠ Instagram - ⁠@progress_ky⁠ Bluesky - ⁠@progressky.bsky.social‬https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 234 was produced by Ellen MuellerTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  Chris fires back at MAGA critics who accuse him of being anti-Trump, explaining he's an “equal opportunity basher” who praises good policy and calls out bad behavior. This time, he takes aim at Trump for targeting one of the few true constitutional conservatives left in Congress—Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky. Backed by billionaire donors with shady ties, Trump's allies are trying to oust a man who actually votes his conscience. Chris contrasts Massie and Ran

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Of all the online fights Donald Trump picks, one of the most perplexing is his repeated attacks on Kentucky Republican Rep. Thomas Massie. Known for his commitment to the U.S. Constitution and his unfailing habit of putting America first, Massie should be exactly the kind of person Trump wants in Congress, but the fact that he won't bend the knee to Trump on budget votes continues to nettle the president. Matt Kibbe sits down with Daniel McAdams, executive director of the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity, to talk about how the internet spat, instead of destroying Massie, is actually elevating him to a national figure, helping him raise money, and highlighting his commitment to principle and refusal to sell out.

U.S. Representative Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) shares his thoughts about President Trump's proposal to purchase beef from Argentina to, as President Trump told reporters, help lower the cost for consumers. And this comes after the White House announced it would provide a bailout to the South American country to the tune of $40 billion. Rep. Massie ... The post Where's the Beef? Thomas Massie’s PRIME Solution appeared first on The New American.

The No Borders ideology isn't working. A 2024 study from the Netherlands shows that immigrants don't actually contribute to western culture except for one group. Can you guess which one? Representative Thomas Massie and President Donald Trump are going to battle. Massie has opposed key parts of Trump's agenda and Trump has endorsed Massie's primary opponent. Let's follow some money. Construction has begun on the new White House ballroom and people on Reddit are…acting like people on Reddit.GUEST: Josh FirestineLink to today's sources: https://www.louderwithcrowder.com/sources-october-21-2025Check out Caleb Hammer here: https://www.youtube.com/calebhammerLet True Gold Republic help you safeguard your retirement with physical gold and silver. Go to https://www.lwcgold.com/ or call 800-628-4653. Receive up to $15,000 in free silver with your qualifying accountDownload Perplexity's new AI-web browser, Comet, by heading to http://pplx.ai/Crowder and let your browser work for you. Plus, right now when you download Comet - you get a month of Rumble Premium for free!DOWNLOAD THE RUMBLE APP TODAY: https://rumble.com/our-appsJoin Rumble Premium to watch this show every day! http://louderwithcrowder.com/PremiumGet your favorite LWC gear: https://crowdershop.com/Bite-Sized Content: https://rumble.com/c/CrowderBitsSubscribe to my podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/louder-with-crowder/FOLLOW ME: Website: https://louderwithcrowder.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/scrowder Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/louderwithcrowder Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevencrowderofficialMusic by @Pogo

-- On the Show: -- Abigail Spanberger, Democratic Nominee for Governor of Virginia, joins us to discuss her race against Republican Winsome Earle-Sears on November 4th -- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson calls for a nationwide general strike as millions rally under the “No Kings” banner demanding collective power and accountability -- Donald Trump secretly begins demolishing parts of the White House to build a $250 million ballroom, bypassing oversight and sparking outrage over his disregard for history -- New analysis shows New England and New York could thrive independently as one of the richest nations, exposing red‑state dependence on federal subsidies -- Trump stumbles through incoherent interviews about China, healthcare, and foreign leaders, revealing worsening cognitive decline and erratic behavior -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responds “your mom did” to a reporter asking why Trump and Putin will meet in Budapest, escalating the administration's immaturity -- Trump attacks GOP Rep. Thomas Massie after he demands the release of the Epstein files, fueling speculation that the president fears what the documents will reveal -- A ProPublica investigation finds Trump expanding anonymous federal forces with unmarked vehicles and warrantless arrests, echoing classic authoritarian secret‑police tactics -- On the Bonus Show: Americans can't afford their car payments, the Supreme Court will weigh in on gun rights for drug users, Seth Moulton challenges Ed Markey for Senate as Dan Koh enters the race for Congress, and much more...

In today's episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston and Charles Chuck Thompson discuss two major topics. The first topic centers around the primary race in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District where Trump-endorsed candidate Ed Galran is set to challenge incumbent Republican Thomas Massie. The episode dives into the implications of this primary battle for liberty-leaning candidates and the broader political landscape. The second topic covers Bernie Sanders' recent appearance on Jon Stewart's show, where they discuss the complexities and shortfalls of the American healthcare system, Obamacare, and the potential for Medicare for All. The hosts also talk about the impact of government subsidies and the unintended consequences they often bring. Additionally, the episode features an ad segment for the ProLon fasting mimicking diet program. 00:00 Intro 01:15 Thomas Massie vs. Trump-Endorsed Candidate 03:38 ProLon Fasting Mimicking Diet 05:40 Trump's Endorsement and Massie's Popularity 16:54 Bernie Sanders on John Stewart 19:54 Healthcare Crisis: 15 Million at Risk 20:57 Medicare for All: The Debate 21:54 Obamacare Cuts and Subsidies 23:06 Inflation Reduction Act: A Closer Look 25:31 The Real Cost of Healthcare 26:05 John Stewart's Unexpected Point 32:15 Medicare for All: Pros and Cons 37:59 Healthcare Rationing and Comparisons 40:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts  

Trump Declares WAR On Massie and Rand! by Ron Paul Liberty Report

In today's episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles 'Chuck' Thompson discuss various current events and political happenings. Topics include the contentious Israel-Gaza ceasefire and the alleged violations by Hamas, the ongoing feud between Thomas Massie and Donald Trump with a focus on recent internal polling and political endorsements, and the 'No Kings' protests which sparked controversy due to its timing and message. The hosts also delve into the recent social media uproar, providing a balanced perspective amid the widespread misinformation and political rhetoric. 00:00 Intro 00:37 Today's Topics Overview 03:00 Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Discussion 05:07 Made-Up News Stories 16:21 ProLon Fasting Mimicking Diet 18:23 No Kings Protests 24:18 Trump vs. Massie 32:45 Political Integrity and Polling Insights 33:25 Trump's Influence and Endorsements 35:29 MAGA's Campaign Tactics 37:06 Social Media Reactions and Criticisms 39:25 Misinformation and Political Manipulation 46:20 Constitutional Principles and Government Actions 56:25 Hypocrisy in Political Allegiances  

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Citizens for Property Tax Reform, Brian Massie joins Bob to talk about trying eliminate those property taxes and what Ohio is doing to help the cause.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this inspiring episode of Ministry Pivot, Rev. Russ sits down with the Reverend Dr. Nicole Massie Martin—author, executive leader, preacher, and teacher—to talk about her new book Nailing It and the heart of redemptive leadership.Dr. Martin shares how her journey in executive ministry leadership helped shape her understanding that you are not your role. She reminds leaders that true leadership begins with discipleship—leading from who God called you to be, not just what your position requires.The conversation dives deep into themes of authenticity, rest, suffering, and the sacred balance between serving and scaling. Together, they explore what it means to “nail” worldly measures of success to the cross and rediscover that God alone defines enough.Resources Connect with the guest, Dr. Nicole Massie MartinWebsites: https://www.nicolemassiemartin.com/https://www.sfiministries.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnicolemmartin/Purchase the Book: Nailing It: Why Successful Leadership Demands Suffering and SurrenderUpcoming Events: 2025 TKN Leadership Summit5 Minute Pivot and Other Podcast by Rev. Russell St.Bernard https://ministrypivot.com/conversations/Articles from Rev. Russell St. Bernard: https://ministrypivot.com/articles/Purchase your Tickets for the TKN Leadership Summit: https://tknleadership.com/tkn-leadership-summit-2024/

Leadership is both a skill and a science. Today's focus is on what happens the day AFTER a promotion. The problem with promotions is that being good at your job and being good at leading people can be two distinctly different skill sets. This episode will change the way you think about leadership development. Ready to learn more? Join us!Noel Massie, former VP of Operations at UPS, discusses intentional leadership and value-based development. In his role at UPS, Massie supported and guided package delivery and logistics services in the US, and he continues to mentor young leaders and supervisors even after his retirement in 2019. Drawing from his 40-year career overseeing 200,000 employees, Massie emphasizes that leadership is about influencing behavior without coercion, and that newly promoted supervisors need structured training rather than being thrown into roles unprepared. His book, Congrats! You've Been Promoted, provides practical frameworks like the “four by five method” for feedback and conflict resolution, targeting frontline leaders who are promoted based on technical skills but lack leadership training. You'll learn how conflict can be handled without raising your voice, why feedback needs a 4:1 ratio to actually work, and the real reason newly promoted supervisors derail within their first year. Show Highlights:Defining leadership: “the ability to influence a group or individual in their behaviors without coercion”Understanding leadership development as a scienceThe problem with the promotion gapTips for helping new leaders succeed:Care about them.Act with some level of daily development.Navigating fairness, ethics, and integrity on your teamTips for effective feedback (motivational and formative in a 4:1 ratio)The “four by five method,” with four perspectives and five levels of intensityUsing metaphors to disarm the circumstances of a conflictUsing mentorship and “sticky development” to train leadersNoel's #1 takeaway: “Invest in your development personally. If you make no investment, why would you expect a return?”Resources:Connect with Noel Massie: Website, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Congrats! You've Been PromotedConnect with Meg:Get Meg's FREE download, Finding Your Perfect Match: A Coach's Self-Reflection Guide.Explore past episodes and other resources at www.STaRcoachshow.com. Explore the STaR Coach Community and see what's available there for you!Visit the STaR Coach Show YouTube Channel! Subscribe today! Join our live show taping on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 1 pm CT.

Vince welcomes Congressman Thomas Massie to talk about the ongoing government shutdown as WBT listeners weigh in on the text line. Plus, the shutdown's effects on domestic and international air travel. That and much more on The Vince Coakley Radio Program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does redemptive leadership mean? As Christians, we have a unique calling: not just to lead, but to serve. What does this look like in today's culture, and how can we serve as leaders and foster an environment of abundant grace and joy wherever we are?Christianity Today's Dr. Nicole Massie Martin helps us to understand how we can nail outdated models of leadership to the cross, and what it will take to replace them with Biblical ones:“We need to nail to the cross what is a very secular understanding … of [power, ego, and performance], so that what is resurrected through Christ might be redemptive and bring glory to God and good to the people that we lead.”This conversation is from an Online Conversation recorded in May 2025. We hope this conversation will inspire you to identify the ways you lead, and how you can step further into leading with grace, humility, and joy.Authors and books mentioned in the conversation:Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, Peter ScazzeroKilling Comparison: Reject the Lie You Aren't Good Enough and Live Confident in Who God Made You To Be, Nona JonesGo deeper into the issues discussed in this episode with these Trinity Forum Readings:How Much Land Does a Man Need?; Leo TolstoyA Man Who Changed His Times; William WilberforceLetter from Birmingham Jail; Martin Luther King, Jr.Who Stands Fast?; Dietrich BonhoefferNarrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass; Frederick Douglass

EP203: Comey Indicted, Fedsurrection, Massie/Epstein Files, NFL Week 4SPORTS Ryder Cup - Europe Wins Ryder Cup https://www.rydercup.com/ NFL Week 4 -  Steelers, Bills, Ravens https://www.nfl.com/ CLICKSMayor Adams drops from NYC race, Sliwa Next? https://www.thecity.nyc/2025/09/28/eric-adams-drops-out-mayors-race/ Ryan Routh Found Guilty, Stabs Himself https://apnews.com/article/trump-shooting-attempt-d49985a690e678a9ccbf3610c102704d Government Shutdown https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/28/trump-congress-leaders-government-shutdownFedsurrection https://justthenews.com/accountability/fbi-bombshell-274-agents-sent-capitol-j6-many-later-complained-they-were-politicalMassie Gets Signatures for Epstein Files Release -https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5520512-massie-grijalva-epstein-petition/Massie v Trump - https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2025/09/25/thomas-massie-rally-adelita-grijalva-epstein-files-vote/86296223007/ OMG - FBI on Epstein(VIDEO) https://x.com/repthomasmassie/status/1970952602490933468?s=42 POLITICSJames Comey Indicted https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-says-others-may-be-charged-after-comey-indictment Who's Next? https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5524200-comey-indictment-trump-enemies/ ##About the Sports, Clicks & Politics Podcast SCAPP is a weekly podcast with a Livestream every Monday at 12pm on eastern.  Join hosts Shawn Hannon and Ben Hussong as they separate the latest news from the noise impacting New York State. The podcast has frequent guest interviews for additional perspectives in the worlds or sports, politics and beyond!Follow the show on social mediaWebsite: scappodcast.comFacebook: facebook.com/scappodcastTwitter: @SCAPPodcastFollow Shawn & Ben on social mediaFacebook: facebook.com/hannon44 Twitter: @hannon44Facebook: facebook.com/ben.hussong.3Twitter: @benhussong 

The Thomas Massie/Ro Khana discharge petition to bring Jeffrey Epstein's sealed files to the House floor has surged forward, closing in on the 218 votes required. With all 212 Democrats unified in support, the math is simple: just a handful of Republicans breaking ranks will guarantee the petition's success. The momentum has been further fueled by the Arizona special election, where the victor pledged to add their name as soon as they're sworn in, potentially becoming the tipping point.Republican leadership, however, is digging in its heels. Reports have surfaced of threats and pressure campaigns aimed at peeling away GOP support, a reflection of the desperation to keep the vote from hitting the magic number. But if Massie secures the final signatures, leadership will lose control, and the House will be compelled to go on record in full public view. At that moment, lawmakers will have to choose between protecting secrets or siding with transparency—an unavoidable reckoning that could fracture party lines and ignite a political firestorm.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:House nears vote to compel release of Jeffrey Epstein files

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U.S. Senator Rand Paul and Congressman Thomas discuss the possibility of a government shutdown and a possible U.S. Senate run for  Massie at a community forum in Maysville, Governor Andy Beshear weighs in on the Trump administration's claims there's a link between Tylenol use and autism, and dozens of people who recently became naturalized U.S. citizens are recognized in Bowling Green.

The Thomas Massie/Ro Khana discharge petition to bring Jeffrey Epstein's sealed files to the House floor has surged forward, closing in on the 218 votes required. With all 212 Democrats unified in support, the math is simple: just a handful of Republicans breaking ranks will guarantee the petition's success. The momentum has been further fueled by the Arizona special election, where the victor pledged to add their name as soon as they're sworn in, potentially becoming the tipping point.Republican leadership, however, is digging in its heels. Reports have surfaced of threats and pressure campaigns aimed at peeling away GOP support, a reflection of the desperation to keep the vote from hitting the magic number. But if Massie secures the final signatures, leadership will lose control, and the House will be compelled to go on record in full public view. At that moment, lawmakers will have to choose between protecting secrets or siding with transparency—an unavoidable reckoning that could fracture party lines and ignite a political firestorm.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:House nears vote to compel release of Jeffrey Epstein filesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

The GOP leadership is leaning hard on Thomas Massie to abandon his discharge petition on the Epstein files, and it reeks of the same rot that's protected Epstein's network for decades. Instead of standing with survivors and supporting a straightforward push for transparency, party bosses are circling the wagons and threatening Massie with political isolation. They're using every tool of internal discipline—committee leverage, campaign funding pressure, backroom intimidation—to remind him that loyalty to the machine comes before loyalty to the truth. It's a textbook case of power protecting itself, smothering daylight before it can seep into the cracks.What makes it even more shameful is the nakedness of the betrayal. This isn't about some obscure policy fight or budget gimmick; this is about giving Epstein's survivors a shot at justice and letting the public finally see what's been buried. By trying to break Massie's will, GOP leaders aren't just suppressing debate, they're actively aligning themselves with the same forces of silence and protection that made Epstein's empire possible in the first place. It's cowardice dressed up as party discipline, and it shows that when the chips are down, the leadership's instinct is to cover for the powerful—not fight for the victims.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

The Thomas Massie/Ro Khana discharge petition to bring Jeffrey Epstein's sealed files to the House floor has surged forward, closing in on the 218 votes required. With all 212 Democrats unified in support, the math is simple: just a handful of Republicans breaking ranks will guarantee the petition's success. The momentum has been further fueled by the Arizona special election, where the victor pledged to add their name as soon as they're sworn in, potentially becoming the tipping point.Republican leadership, however, is digging in its heels. Reports have surfaced of threats and pressure campaigns aimed at peeling away GOP support, a reflection of the desperation to keep the vote from hitting the magic number. But if Massie secures the final signatures, leadership will lose control, and the House will be compelled to go on record in full public view. At that moment, lawmakers will have to choose between protecting secrets or siding with transparency—an unavoidable reckoning that could fracture party lines and ignite a political firestorm.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:House nears vote to compel release of Jeffrey Epstein filesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Congressman Thomas Massie talked about his work to release the Epstein files, as he and U.S. Senator Rand Paul made stops in Kentucky for Massie's re-election campaign, county officials head to Frankfort to ask lawmakers, once again, for help funding their local jails, and Warren County Public Schools speaks to legislative panel about ways the state could better accommodate multi-lingual students.

The GOP leadership is leaning hard on Thomas Massie to abandon his discharge petition on the Epstein files, and it reeks of the same rot that's protected Epstein's network for decades. Instead of standing with survivors and supporting a straightforward push for transparency, party bosses are circling the wagons and threatening Massie with political isolation. They're using every tool of internal discipline—committee leverage, campaign funding pressure, backroom intimidation—to remind him that loyalty to the machine comes before loyalty to the truth. It's a textbook case of power protecting itself, smothering daylight before it can seep into the cracks.What makes it even more shameful is the nakedness of the betrayal. This isn't about some obscure policy fight or budget gimmick; this is about giving Epstein's survivors a shot at justice and letting the public finally see what's been buried. By trying to break Massie's will, GOP leaders aren't just suppressing debate, they're actively aligning themselves with the same forces of silence and protection that made Epstein's empire possible in the first place. It's cowardice dressed up as party discipline, and it shows that when the chips are down, the leadership's instinct is to cover for the powerful—not fight for the victims.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

The GOP leadership is leaning hard on Thomas Massie to abandon his discharge petition on the Epstein files, and it reeks of the same rot that's protected Epstein's network for decades. Instead of standing with survivors and supporting a straightforward push for transparency, party bosses are circling the wagons and threatening Massie with political isolation. They're using every tool of internal discipline—committee leverage, campaign funding pressure, backroom intimidation—to remind him that loyalty to the machine comes before loyalty to the truth. It's a textbook case of power protecting itself, smothering daylight before it can seep into the cracks.What makes it even more shameful is the nakedness of the betrayal. This isn't about some obscure policy fight or budget gimmick; this is about giving Epstein's survivors a shot at justice and letting the public finally see what's been buried. By trying to break Massie's will, GOP leaders aren't just suppressing debate, they're actively aligning themselves with the same forces of silence and protection that made Epstein's empire possible in the first place. It's cowardice dressed up as party discipline, and it shows that when the chips are down, the leadership's instinct is to cover for the powerful—not fight for the victims.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

A legislative task force discusses ways to improve child nutrition, the state's highest court overturns a local ordinance on no-knock warrants, Sen. Paul questions the need for newborns to get a hepatitis B vaccine, and what advancements in the fight against Alzheimer's means for Kentucky families.

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if the real test of leadership is not title but integrity?In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Noel Massie, former UPS executive who led hundreds of thousands of people, to unpack practical leadership you can use on the floor today. We dig into servant leadership, the four by five method, and how integrity, ethics, and intentionality turn managers into coaches who truly influence behaviour.We cover: • Daily discipline, mentorship, and staying connected to the front line • The four by five method for tough conversations that keep dignity high • Your first 30 days as a new leader and how to set clear terms and conditions • Leaders vs managers, effective training, and why people support what they help createYou will walk away with repeatable tactics to coach with confidence, build trust fast, and lead with integrity at any scale.Learn more about Noel here - https://noelmassie.comGrab a copy of Noel's book here - https://noelmassie.com/#bookbuyConnect with Noel on LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/noel-massie-8b7511a/If you're interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comWebsite: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.Send me a personal text message - If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comSupport the show

Kash closed the case. Massie re-opens it? Pam Bondi and Trump's DOJ ready to tackle "Hate Speech!" MAGA says Not So Fast.  

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In this episode, we explore the transformative journey of Hugh Massie, founder of DNA Behavior, as he shares insights on the intersection of finance, behavior, and entrepreneurship. Discover how understanding human behavior can unlock financial success and help business owners break through barriers to scale their enterprises. Hugh discusses the importance of resilience, purpose, and the impact of AI on the future of business. LinkedIn: Hugh Massie WWW: DNABehavior.com WWW: Boys Without Fathers Learn more about Relentless Value Coaching:  https://www.justingoodbread.com/coaching/

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Ralph welcomes Timothy Whitehouse, executive director of Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER) to speak about how federal workers across all government agencies are being unfairly denigrated and summarily fired by the Trump Administration to clear the way for corporate corruption. Plus, we are joined by Toby Heaps, Editor-in-Chief of “Corporate Knights” magazine to talk about the benefits of the cooperative business model over the corporate shareholder model.Timothy Whitehouse is executive director of Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER). Prior to joining PEER, he was a senior attorney at the Environmental Protection Agency and was head of the Law and Policy Program at the North American Commission for Environmental Cooperation in Montreal.The time to stigmatize federal workers is over. It's time to start rallying for unions for federal workers and what they do, and to support the idea that government plays an important role and that government (the civil service) must be as non-political as possible. Our country will be much better for it.Timothy WhitehouseThat's a good way to describe it: supersonic. We knew things were going to be really bad, but they are much worse than bad because there's no check and no balance on this President's madness. And some of the people and institutions we had hoped would stand up a little bit are collapsing one by one.Timothy WhitehouseOur foreign enemies could not have devised a better way to grind our system to a halt, and that's what's happening.Timothy WhitehouseToby Heaps is the CEO and co-founder of Corporate Knights, and Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Knights magazine. He spearheaded the first global ranking of the world's 100 most sustainable corporations in 2005, and in 2007 coined the term “clean capitalism.” Toby has been published in the Financial Times, Wall Street Journal, and the Globe and Mail, and is a regular guest speaker on CBC.I think in the co-op movement, the biggest bugaboo holding it back (in North America, that is) is people's perception that it's not a significant force. And it is already a significant force. In many cases, we're not familiar that the company might be a co-op (such as Associated Press or Ocean Spray) but in the United States alone, the turnover of co-op enterprises sales in 2023 was $324 billion US. And so, it's a significant part of the economy already.Toby HeapsI can't underline enough that if you care about a sustainable economy that works for people and planet, that the operating model is not just the clean economy (the environmentally friendly economy), it's the cooperatively-run economy.Toby HeapsThe principal obstacle to co-ops is the inadequate engagement of consumers to know about the huge benefits— to control the local economy from multinational corporations (absentee), who are pulling strings in ways that are very damaging, and basically to assume the purchasing power of the consumer.Ralph NaderNews 9/12/2025* Several major stories surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case have emerged in the past week. First, Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have released a note written by President Trump to Epstein included in the latter's “birthday book” from 2003. In this note, Trump refers to Epstein as his “pal” and writes “May every day be another wonderful secret," according to Reuters. Trump has denied that this letter even existed, going so far as to sue the Wall Street Journal for defamation over their reporting in July. Trump continues to deny that he wrote the letter, though his signature is a perfect match, and he has sought to tamp down the matter, calling it a “dead issue,” per NBC.* In Congress, Republican allies of Donald Trump are seeking to quash the Epstein issue as well. On Tuesday, Republicans on the House Rules Committee “shot down a bid to put the Epstein Files Transparency Act—which would compel the Justice Department to release all unclassified records related to Jeffrey Epstein—to a floor vote,” in an 8–4 party-line vote, the New Republic reports. However, despite this setback, dissident Republican Thomas Massie continues to press the issue. Speaking about the birthday note, Massie said “It's…indicative of the things that might come out if we were to release all of the files…embarrassing, but not indictable. And I don't think avoiding embarrassment is a reason to avoid justice,” per CNN. Massie added in an interview on ABC that "I think it's going to be embarrassing to some of the billionaires, some of the donors who are politically connected to [Trump's] campaign. There are probably intelligence ties to our CIA and maybe to other foreign intelligence." Democrat Ro Khanna insisted in this same interview that he and his allies, including Massie, will be able to pull together a House majority of 218 members to force a vote on releasing the files.* Our final Epstein story for the week concerns James O'Keefe. Former leader of Project Veritas, O'Keefe continues to carry out far-right hidden-camera sting operations. In a rare move targeting conservatives, O'Keefe engineered a date between Joseph Schnitt, a deputy chief of staff at the Office of Enforcement Operations at DOJ, and an operative in his employ wherein Schnitt admitted that the Trump administration will “redact every Republican or conservative person in those files, [and] leave all the liberal, Democratic people.” In this video, Schnitt also implies that Epstein's lieutenant, Ghislaine Maxwell was relocated to a lower security prison to “keep her mouth shut,” as part of a deal with the government. This according to the Hill. One should certainly take revelations from O'Keefe with a heavy dose of salt, but these troubling comments should also raise suspicions about the government's possible plans to manipulate information related to this case for political ends.* Aside from the Epstein affair, the Trump administration continues to issue destructive policy directives in all directions. AP reports the federal Department of Transportation has scrapped a Biden-era rule that required airlines to “compensate stranded passengers with cash, lodging and meals for flight cancellations or changes caused by a carrier.” This rule, which sought “compensation starting at $200…[and] as high as $775…for delays of nine hours or more,” was consistent with European aviation consumer protections. Unsurprisingly, airlines – represented by lobbyists in the employ of the industry trade group Airlines for America – bitterly resisted the rule and celebrated the administration's abandonment of this basic consumer protection. The Biden Transportation Department had also been weighing rules that would have required airlines to provide, “free rebooking on the next available flight, including flights on rival airlines, as well as meals and lodging when passengers are stranded overnight.”* At the same time, the Trump administration's Federal Trade Commission is abandoning its rules banning noncompete clauses for employees. An eye-popping 1 in 5 workers are bound by noncompetes, approximately 30 million Americans, and experts estimated that banning such clauses could boost wages to the tune of nearly $300 billion per year and help create 8,500 new businesses, per NPR. The FTC voted 3-1 to vacate its defense of the rule, with Chair Andrew Ferguson and Melissa Holyoak, both Republicans, issuing a joint statement. Rebecca Kelly Slaughter, the lone remaining Democrat on the commission after Trump purged the FTC earlier this year, voted no.* Turning to foreign affairs, the Guardian reports two ships in the Gaza aid flotilla have been struck by drone attacks while docked in Tunisia. The first struck the Family Boat, which carries activist Greta Thunberg, though she was not on board at the time. The second struck the Alma, a ship bearing British flags while docked in the port of Sidi Bou Said. In a video, one can see, “a luminous object hitting the boat and fire erupting on board.” Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur for the occupied Palestinian territories, is quoted saying, ‘‘Authoritative sources suggest the attack involved an incendiary grenade, wrapped in plastic materials soaked in fuel, which may have ignited before even hitting the vessel.” These attacks come amidst a renewed Israeli bombing campaign against its neighbors, including bombing the Qatari capital of Doha and the Yemeni capital Sanaa. Trump says he is “very unhappy” about the strikes; Israel's ambassador to the United States however says the world will “get over it.” This from Al Jazeera.* Meanwhile, Drop Site is out with yet another bombshell report, this time on Israel's propaganda push to cover up the scale of the hunger crisis in Gaza. According to this report, the Netanyahu government signed a previously unreported $45 million deal with Google to push false propaganda through the massive platform. One video, viewed more than 6 million times, asserts “There is food in Gaza. Any other claim is a lie.” Israel also reportedly paid $3 million for an ad campaign on X, formerly Twitter, and another $2 million on a French platform called Outbrain. This report also cites other examples of Israeli propaganda campaigns in recent years, including against UNRWA and regarding the illegal strikes in Iran.* In more positive news, the pro-Palestine campaign in Hollywood continues to grow. This week, Variety reports a group of over 3,900 filmmakers, actors and other industry professionals signed a new pledge to boycott working with “Israeli film institutions and companies that are ‘implicated in genocide and apartheid against the Palestinian people.'” This group includes many household names, such as Mark Ruffalo, Joaquin Phoenix, Jonathan Glazer, Tilda Swinton, Javier Bardem, Emma Stone, Boots Riley, Ayo Edebiri, and many, many more. The list continues to grow as this pledge circulates. According to the Hollywood Reporter, this campaign is led by Film Workers for Palestine, which explicitly modeled their strategy after Filmmakers United Against Apartheid. That group, founded by eminent filmmakers like Martin Scorsese, demanded that the film industry refuse distribution in apartheid South Africa.* Beyond Israel/Palestine, events are rocking Nepal, the small Himalayan nation that lies between India and China. The BBC reports “Fierce protests against corruption and nepotism spiralled into arson and violence on Tuesday. The prime minister resigned as politicians' homes were vandalised, government buildings torched and parliament set ablaze. Twenty-nine people have died since Monday.” The "Gen Z" youth groups leading the protests have distanced themselves from these acts of destruction, claiming their movement was "hijacked" by "opportunists". Nepal's military has been deployed in the capital of Kathmandu in an attempt to restore order and enforce a curfew. The government of Nepal, led by now-ousted Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, sought to cultivate a closer relationship with China to offset Nepal's historical dependence on India. For the time being, China seems to be taking a wait and see approach to the situation in Nepal, with foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian calling for all parties to “properly handle domestic issues and restore social order and national stability as soon as possible,” per the South China Morning Post.* Finally, Democracy Now! reports that in an apparent fit of retaliation, the Trump administration is now threatening to redeport Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the American green card holder recently returned from his wrongful deportation to El Salvador's CECOT mega-prison. This time, instead of sending him to El Salvador, the government plans to send Garcia to the tiny African kingdom of Eswatini, formerly Swaziland. Garcia had previously expressed fear of being deported to Uganda. This move would surely be punitive, capricious and just plain bizarre, but that is hardly a deviation from the course of the Trump administration. We express solidarity with Garcia, who stands practically alone against the juggernaut of the United States' deportation apparatus.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Massie busts Mike Johnson's on Epstein, "Why was Trump an informant to a hoax?" And Why is the DOJ protecting names of Epstein funders? Could Trump's Epstein crisis take the GOP midterms? What is Trump protecting that is yet to come? America would not have tolerated what we already know from any other president. Why have people lost faith in capitalism? Journalist based in Marseilles, France, Contributor to the Guardian, Cole Stangler reports on the French political upheaval.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In episode 1926, Jack and Miles are joined by actor, musician, and co-host of One of Us, Fin Argus, to discuss… Trump Tried To Drown Out The Epstein Survivor Presser With Jet Flyovers…, Smartphones Are Making Your Hemorrhoids Worse, The Growth of Executive Function Coaches to Fix Our Corporation Ruined Brains and more! LIVE: Reps. Khanna, Massie hold news conference with Epstein survivors Epstein Rape Victim Was Passed on to Donald Trump by Ghislaine Maxwell Smartphones Are Making Your Hemorrhoids Worse White-collar work is breaking people's brains. Some are turning to unorthodox coaches for a fix. LISTEN: Dark Kept Secret by EXUMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

-- On the Show: -- Epstein victims publicly say Jeffrey Epstein bragged that he was very good friends with Donald Trump -- Epstein survivors announce they will compile their own list of names connected to Epstein's world -- Donald Trump angrily dismisses questions about the Epstein files as a Democrat hoax while reporters press him -- Gavin Newsom gains attention for directly challenging Trump and triggers him into angry posts -- Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo compares vaccine mandates to slavery and pushes anti-science rhetoric -- New jobs report shows more unemployed Americans than available jobs as Trump's policies worsen the economy -- Trump calls Republican Congressman Thomas Massie an insurgent who should be taken out after Massie backs Epstein victims -- Trump posts bizarre late-night rants while appearing physically frail and denying Epstein victims' accounts -- Marjorie Taylor Greene urges Trump to meet Epstein's victims and supports releasing documents despite his resistance -- On the Bonus Show: National Guard deployed in DC losing morale, Fox bosses called Jeanine Pirro a "reckless maniac," Newsmax suing Fox News, and much more...

The Prop 50 Messaging BlitzProposition 50 is one of the most nakedly strategic plays in this cycle. It exists for one purpose: to eliminate California's independent redistricting board so Democrats can gerrymander five seats back — a direct response to Republicans doing the same in red states. That's the whole game. Strip away the messaging, and it's a power move. The ads hitting the airwaves now make it clear how the campaign is going to run: targeted, segmented, and intensely focused on turnout.Gavin Newsom's out front, naturally. The first ad is just him — classic ego-forward strategy. The second ad is aimed squarely at the Bay Area and Los Angeles liberal base, the same model they used to win his recall election. It's all about maximizing favorable turnout in deep blue pockets. They've run this play before, and they know it works — but back then, they had a longer runway. This time, they're racing the clock.Then there's the third ad. That one's for the independents, and its existence tells you everything. The campaign knows that gutting an independent redistricting board is a tough sell outside the bubble. They say it's temporary. I don't buy that. Nobody gives up control once they get it — not in politics. The only way this doesn't work is if moderates see through the language and call it what it is. That last ad shows they're worried that might happen.Politics Politics Politics is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Jerry Nadler's Long ExitJerry Nadler is stepping down after more than 30 years in Congress and 50 years in public office. He's one of those figures who's always just sort of been there — a Manhattan political mainstay who most recently made headlines during Trump's first impeachment. That might end up being his most lasting national footprint. He barely held onto his seat after being redistricted into a brutal primary with Carolyn Maloney. He survived that one, but it felt like the end of something.Now he's officially retiring. He says it's time to pass the torch, and he's backing his former aide, Michael Lasher, to take over. That makes sense. It's a controlled handoff. The district will stay blue. The torch will stay in the family. Nadler might not have been the flashiest member of Congress, but he was consequential — particularly in the Judiciary Committee, where he held the gavel through some of the most heated partisan fights of the Trump era.He stepped aside from that leadership role after Jamie Raskin challenged him, and that felt like the start of the wind-down. There wasn't really a lane left for him in this current version of the Democratic Party. He's not the TikTok-friendly progressive, and he's not the compromise-seeking centrist. He's just an old-school liberal from New York. And now, like a lot of others in his generation, he's finally closing the book.Virginia Foxx and the Epstein FilesRepresentative Virginia Foxx, chair of the House Rules Committee, announced she won't use her panel to block Thomas Massie's discharge petition demanding the release of the Epstein files. That's a big move — maybe even a signal. The Republican leadership has been slow-rolling this whole thing, not wanting to get too close to whatever comes out of those documents. But Foxx just let it breathe.Massie's move has bipartisan cover — he's working with Democrat Ro Khanna — and it's gaining momentum. Speaker Mike Johnson says he supports “maximum disclosure,” but that there need to be protections for victims. That's the dodge. That's how they're all trying to walk this line — publicly in favor of transparency, privately praying it doesn't land on their doorstep.The buzz on the Hill is that DOJ will release just enough of the Epstein files to make the issue go away. Maybe that works. Maybe not. But one thing's clear: the discharge petition isn't just symbolic anymore. It's a real threat. And the fact that leadership isn't moving to squash it says a lot about how much weaker those levers of control have gotten. Foxx's choice here wasn't just about process — it was a quiet acknowledgment that the old rules don't apply. Not with this. Not anymore.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:03:25 - Interview with Dillon Fleharty00:45:49 - Update00:48:02 - Prop 50 ads00:53:05 - Jerry Nadler00:55:08 - Virginia Foxx00:56:47 - Interview with Dillon Fleharty, con't01:35:24 - 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

Today's Headlines: President Trump hasn't been seen in public in days, fueling health rumors the White House won't confirm or deny—though his team has been posting old photos and oddly ghostwritten Truth Social rants to keep up appearances. Meanwhile, a U.S. appeals court ruled most of Trump's tariffs illegal but left them in place until mid-October, setting up a likely Supreme Court fight. Trump also yanked Kamala Harris's Secret Service protection right before her book tour, while Marco Rubio revoked Mahmoud Abbas's U.S. visa ahead of the UN General Assembly. On the rebrand beat, the administration is drafting plans to rename the Department of Defense the “Department of War” (which was last used in 1947). Elsewhere, Rudy Giuliani says he fractured his spine in a car crash after helping a domestic violence victim—though Trump quickly promised him a Medal of Freedom, raising more questions than answers. Missouri's GOP governor is fast-tracking redistricting to lock in more Republican seats before 2026. Abroad, Xi Jinping hosted Putin and Modi at the Shanghai Cooperation summit to pitch a “Global South” order, Yemen mourned slain Houthi leaders after an Israeli strike, and Israel says it also killed Hamas's spokesman as it eyes another Gaza offensive. And back home, Congress returns with the Epstein files looming—lawmakers Massie and Khanna are set to appear with new victims demanding the DOJ release everything. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Newsweek: Donald Trump Posting Week-Old Photo Raises Eyebrows Amid Health Speculation CNBC: Bessent expects Supreme Court to uphold legality of Trump's tariffs but eyes Plan B NBC News: Trump revokes Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris AP News: US revokes visas of Palestinian president and other officials ahead of UN General Assembly  WSJ: White House Moves Forward on Plans for a Department of War NBC News: Trump says he will award Rudy Giuliani the Presidential Medal of Freedom NBC News: Missouri governor calls special session to redraw congressional maps in push to boost GOP seats Reuters: SCO summit 2025 as it happened: China's Xi met Putin and Modi, as Trump's shadow loomed  Reuters: Thousands attend funeral of Houthi leaders killed by Israeli strike, vow revenge WSJ: Israel Says It Has Killed Hamas Spokesman in Gaza City Strike Ahead of Planned Invasion Politico: Khanna and Massie to hold press conference with Epstein victims Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices