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As Metro wrestles with a murky financial future, local leaders making up the DMV Moves task force are debating what a dedicated, predictable funding model might look like for the region's public transportation. Options on the table include a regional sales tax, higher vehicle registration fees, and increasing income taxes. Maryland State Delegate Marc Korman is a member of the 20-member task force and he joined the show to give his thoughts on the best approach. Plus, Korman weighed in on Maryland Governor Wes Moore's recent veto of a reparations bill.D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser released her long-awaited 2026 budget this week. She cited a tough economic forecast in slashing safety net programs and providing tax cuts and incentives to businesses in an effort to grow the city's economy. WAMU's Senior D.C. Politics reporter Alex Koma sat down with Kojo and Tom to break down what is - and isn't - in the Mayor's proposed budget. Plus, he provided the latest on Trump's military parade set to roll through D.C. streets June 14.The D.C. Policy Center's Executive Director Yesim Sayin provided an analysis of the mayor's proposed budget. Mayor Bowser says the city needs to reduce spending and grow and diversify D.C.'s economy in the wake of drastic cuts to the federal government. Her budget includes a billion-dollar proposal to help build a new football complex on the old RFK stadium site and a repeal of the tipped minimum wage. Send us questions and comments for guests: kojo@wamu.orgFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/wamu885Follow us on Bluesky: bsky.app/wamu.org

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser proposed repealing Initiative 82 earlier this week, reigniting the fight over D.C.'s tipped minimum wage law. But given that voters passed the measure twice, the mayor could have trouble getting support from the D.C. Council. Chairman Phil Mendelson got behind the mic to give his thoughts.He said overturning Initiative 82 again is politically difficult for the council. "I have to see where the members are going to be," Mendelson said. "And at the moment, I don't think the members are supporting repeal." He said he still opposes I-82, but he is going to leave it to Mayor Bowser to take the lead in lobbying his council colleagues.We also asked about the mayor's proposed deal with the Washington Commanders. The nearly $4 billion deal to build a new football complex as well a large area of development at the RFK stadium, with the city contributing just over a billion dollars. Mendelson has opposed taxpayer funding for such projects in the past. We asked what would sweeten the deal for him and skeptical council colleagues, who ultimately need to approve the deal.  If the agreement gets the green light, the Washington Commanders would depart their Prince George's County home. County leaders have long prepared for the possibility. Prince George's County Council President Edward Burroughs weighed in and tells us what options could be on the table for the site. Developers are already pitching county leaders on what's next. "I have seen some of the proposals, some of their renderings, and they honestly look a lot better than the stadium, to be quite honest with you," Burroughs said. "And so it's, still in the early stages, but we look forward to working with them." The Commanders have entered an agreement with Prince George's County to demolish the old stadium within 90 days of the team's first home game at the new site.In addition, the county also looks likely to lose the new FBI headquarters. Also, we asked him why the closing of Six Flags in Bowie is a big deal, and how the county is planning to make up a $170 million budget shortfall.Send us questions and comments for guests: kojo@wamu.orgFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/wamu885Follow us on Bluesky: bsky.app/wamu.org

Mayor Bowser announced Monday that she wants to repeal initiative 82, the hugely popular DC plan to eliminate the tipped minimum wage. Three out of four voters were in favor in 2022, so how do people feel about the mayor potentially overriding them? Jessica Sidman from Washingtonian is here to explain why this is happening now and how all the stakeholders feel about it. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. If you enjoyed today's interview with District Bridges' Executive Director, Brianne Dornbush, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 7th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST PaintCare The Pew Charitable Trusts Nace Law Group Silver Mirror Facial Bar - Use CITYCAST30 for $30 off your first facial Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mayor Bowser, President Trump, and Josh Harris made the announcement today that the NFL Draft is coming to DC!

5.5.25 Hour 1 1:00- Mayor Bowser, President Trump, and Josh Harris made the announcement today that the NFL Draft is coming to DC! 17:35- What's your level of excitement for the NFL Draft coming to DC?

From 05/02 Hour 1: The Sports Junkies break down Mayor Bowser's comments on Grant and Danny.

05/02 Hour 1: Jason Doesn't Want To Celebrate His Birthday - 1:00 Mayor Bowser's Surprise Call In To Grant And Danny - 15:00 Callers React To Mayor Bowser's Stadium Comments - 34:00

On Monday, the District announced the city had struck a nearly $4 billion deal with the Washington Commanders to build a new football stadium and a massive mixed-use development at the old RFK site. The city is chipping in about $1 billion in infrastructure improvements to the site, including two parking facilities. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser joined the show to share how the agreement came together and why she thinks it's a good deal for the District. The deal still needs approval from the D.C. Council; we asked how she plans to sell the idea to skeptical lawmakers.Mayor Bowser said this would be the largest private investment in the city's history. “The square footage there is equivalent to four Wharfs," the Mayor said. "So, imagine making that area vibrant with activity for a sports district, an entertainment district, housing, hotels, and jobs for D.C. residents.”Mayor Bowser said she's been briefing the Council and has asked them to approve the deal by July 15th.It's becoming increasingly unlikely the U.S. House will vote to fix their own error --one which prevents the District from using its own revenue to finish out the 2025 budget year. The lack of action will force the city to cut hundreds of millions of dollars over the next several months. We asked the mayor how she's grappling with this needless crisis . Plus, we asked about her 2026 budget.Send us questions and comments for guests: kojo@wamu.orgFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/wamu885Follow us on Bluesky: bsky.app/wamu.org

5.1.25 Hour 4 1:00- We take your calls on the RFK Stadium deal here. Also, Mayor Bowser calls in to the show to discuss this deal here! 27:00- We take your calls on RFK Stadium HERE!

Mayor Bowser calls in to the show to discuss the RFK Stadium deal here!

After DC Councilmember Charles Allen raised concerns about parking for the new Commanders stadium at RFK, Mayor Muriel Bowser called into Grant and Danny on 106.7 The Fan to address the issue directly. Craig reacts to Bowser's comments, where she emphasizes that parking solutions are being worked on as part of the larger redevelopment plan and pushes back on criticism about the stadium's accessibility. Craig breaks down the politics, logistics, and what it all means for fans attending games at the revamped RFK.

Hour 3 1:12 - Dillon Brooks Continues to Give Craig Reasons Not to Like Him 11:34 - Mayor Bowser Addresses Parking at Revamped RFK Stadium 15:36 - Washington Spirit Defender Esme Morgan Joins the Show 28:08 - Real Things: Ben Affleck + Esme Morgan

In this episode of the DMV Mess Hall Rally Captain and Tailgate Ted talk about- the press conference between Mayor Bowser, Josh Harris and Roger Goodell- the fact that the 8000 parking spaces will eventually be in a garage- Tailgating as we know it will be DEAD- Personal Seat Licenses and what fans can expect- RFK 2.0 timeline- What hosting a Super Bowl could mean to the area- Survey that went out to fans regarding the new stadium- Secondary market ticket prices going up- Selling your PSL down the road#washingtoncommanders #httc #rogergoodell #RFKStadium

04/29 Hour 3: Mayor Bowser Joins The Junkies - 1:00 NFL Legend Doesn't Want To Give Up His Number - 21:00 Should Bill Belichick Dump His Girlfriend - 33:00

04/29 Full Show: Hour 1 - 1:00 Hour 2 - 44:00 Hour 3 - 1:25:00 Hour 4 - 2:08:00 The Sports Junkies continue to break down the Commanders return to RFK! The guys also preview tomorrow's elimination game between Washington and Montreal. Today's guests were Tarik El-Bashir, Mayor Bowser, and John Keim.

From 04/29 Hour 3: Mayor Bowser joins The Sports Junkies to break down the Commanders return to DC.

Andy spends the first chunk of the show breaking down the comments from Mayor Bowser, Josh Harris, and Roger Goodell at yesterday's press conference. But what if they can't get enough DC Council votes? More reaction to the stadium news, including thoughts from Scott Van Pelt and Pat Collins. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BMitch and JP listen in on a live press conference featuring the key figures in moving the Washington Commanders back to Washington, DC.

Andy starts with Mayor Bowser's announcement that the Commanders will officially be returning to RFK, pending the DC Council's approval. Plus, the Caps steal one in Montreal. (16:56) Wrap-up on the NFL Draft, including Mel Kiper going down with the Sanders ship. (38:14) More on the draft, including the skinny on Commanders 2nd round selection Trey Amos. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig welcomes back NBC4's Mark Segraves, who first reported nearly two weeks ago that the Commanders and D.C. were close to a stadium deal. Now, with the D.C. Mayor officially announcing the Commanders' planned return to RFK Stadium, Segraves explains why the move is happening now and shares Mayor Bowser's vision of a “shifting economy” driven by sports and entertainment. He also outlines the risks involved with the project and reminds listeners that the deal still faces a major hurdle: approval from the D.C. City Council.

Josh Harris and Mayor Bowser announce deal to build a stadium at RFK site full 1124 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 18:10:15 +0000 Db5d48MsSoarhGUT1MEzzVe05TVdFr5a nfl,washington commanders,sports The Chris Russell Show nfl,washington commanders,sports Josh Harris and Mayor Bowser announce deal to build a stadium at RFK site Chris discusses and debates DC sports on his daily show. Get informed and opinionated discussion of the Washington Commanders, the Nationals, Capitals, Wizards, and more. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.ampe

Hour 1: Josh Harris and Mayor Bowser announce deal to build a stadium at RFK site / New stadium will have PSL tickets, how much of a problem is that? / Will 8,000 parking spots be enough for a 65,000 seat stadium? / There's excitement for the new stadium but we gotta look at the numbers too

Mayor Bowser was scheduled to unveil her 2026 budget today but she's delayed that while waiting for the House to pass its budget fix bill, restoring $1B to DC's budget. Trump has signaled his support for the bill — so what's the holdup? The Washington Post's Meagan Flynn explains where we're at with DC's budget and what's next.  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month.  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 2nd episode: District Bridges Awesome Con Mosaic Theater Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Mayor Muriel Bowser began her second term in 2019, she set an ambitious goal of creating 36,000 new housing units in Washington, DC by 2025. Six years later, the city has exceeded that goal, and today, Mayor Bowser co-chairs NLC's America's Housing Comeback Advisory Group: a leadership table for housing policy leaders and innovators in the public and private sectors to meet the moment for housing together. In this episode, Mayor Bowser explains why the moment to address housing in America is now and how her hometown is leading the charge.For more information, visit us at nlc.org.

Mayor Bowser's town hall on Wednesday hit a nerve with the city. NBC4's Mark Segraves was there, and he's here to give us the play-by-play of what Bowser had to say. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 6th episode: The Pew Charitable Trusts The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University District Bridges Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 1: Lynnell Willingham gives his thoughts on Mayor Bowser saying that DC would potentially give some funding to a new stadium at the RFK site. He also dives into what he thinks the Commanders should do at WR with Deebo Samuel and Tee Higgins being potential targets.

Hour 1 1:12 - Mayor Bowser Unveils Her New Plans for RFK Stadium Site 10:43 - RFK Stadium Site Plans Unveiled: What We Know So Far With Eric Flack 33:52 - Craig and Anthony Final Thoughts on Mayor Bowser's RFK Plans

From 01/30 Hour 2: The Sports Junkies listen live to Mayor Bowser's press conference.

01/30 Hour 2: Jeff Wise Joins The Junkies - 1:00 Cakes Got A Great Deal / Mayor Bowser Presser - 16:00 Junkies Remember Some Historical Moments - 31:00

President-elect Donald Trump and D-C Mayor Muriel Bowser agree the federal government has more office space than its employees currently need. Bowser says her recent meeting with Trump centered on the federal workforce and underutilized federal buildings. The leaders of a new Department of Government Efficiency say they plan to bring federal employees back to the office five days a week. Trump says he also plans to challenge a new agreement the Social Security Administration made with one of its unions locking in current levels of telework for years to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President-elect Donald Trump and D-C Mayor Muriel Bowser agree the federal government has more office space than its employees currently need. Bowser says her recent meeting with Trump centered on the federal workforce and underutilized federal buildings. The leaders of a new Department of Government Efficiency say they plan to bring federal employees back to the office five days a week. Trump says he also plans to challenge a new agreement the Social Security Administration made with one of its unions locking in current levels of telework for years to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin today with plenty of Commanders' talk to start including thoughts on Washington's play-action passing game. Is Jayden Daniels selling play-action effectively or not? Kevin weighed in on the Kirk Cousins' benching in Atlanta. He responded to Dan Quinn talking about needing to beat good teams if you want to be considered a good team. Kevin played a brief part of his radio interview with Mayor Bowser this morning on the RFK Site plan passing. Is the pressure now on her to get a deal done that the last Mayor (Sharon Pratt Kelly) who had a shot to keep the team in DC couldn't get done? The rest of Kevin's conversation with Clinton Portis finished up the show. Lots of Terry McLaurin talk between the guys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12/18 Hour 4: Junkies Holiday Show Will Be A Party At MGM - 1:00 Spencer Carbery Joins The Junkies - 15:00 Mayor Bowser Joins The Junkies - 30:00

12/18 FULL SHOW: Hour 1 - 1:00 Hour 2 - 45:00 Hour 3 - 1:27:00 Hour 4 - 2:09:00 The Sports Junkies preview their annual Holiday show at MGM National Harbor on Friday. Today's guests were Rick Snyder, Adam Caplan, Spencer Carbery, and Mayor Bowser.

We're talking about Mayor Bowser needing to woo Donald Trump, Elon Musk and DC, and some news about the Bay Bridge. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 15th episode: Food & Friends' - Slice of Life Paulson & Nace Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Voters are flocking to the polls to vote early across the region. In the meantime, city leaders are preparing ahead of Election Day and the inauguration, aiming to be ready in case of massive crowds, protests, or unrest. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser joined the show to discuss what measures the District is putting in place to keep residents safe. Plus, we asked Mayor Bowser to weigh in on ranked choice voting and the D.C. Council's emergency legislation restricting protesting in residential neighborhoods.On Wednesday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Virginia could resume purging suspected noncitizens from voter rolls. The decision overturns a previous ruling made by a federal judge days earlier to reinstate some 1,600 voters. WAMU's Northern Virginia reporter Margaret Barthel explained what exactly is going on, how it could affect election results, and why this is good news for Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin.Become a member of WAMU: wamu.org/donateSend us questions and comments for guests: kojo@wamu.orgFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/wamu885

From 10/17 Hour 4: Mayor Bowser joins The Sports Junkies to break down Darrell Green's HOF career.

10/17 Hour 4: Entertainment Page - 1:00 Junkies P1 Calls Out Cakes - 19:00 Mayor Bowser Joins The Junkies - 33:00

10/17 FULL SHOW: Hour 1 - 1:00 Hour 2 - 45:00 Hour 3 - 1:28:00 Hour 4 - 2:08:00 The Sports Junkies preview tomorrow's steak competition and break down how important Sunday's game is for Washington. Today's guests were Bill Roth, Brian Baldinger, Darrell Green, Nic Dowd, and Mayor Bowser.

Former President Donald Trump has pledged to take control of Washington D.C. if he regains the presidency. The threat has D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser on high alert as Trump's extensive powers over the nonstate district could be weaponized to alter local laws, including those on abortion, cannabis, traffic safety, police, and even reinstating the Control Board, effectively sidelining local governance. Jack Evans, a former D.C. council member, who spoke with Channel 4 in D.C., warned that such a move would be catastrophic and severely undermine local democracy. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton, who also spoke with Channel 4, echoed the concerns, highlighting the potential for Trump to federalize the police department and reshape D.C. policies. Amid the threats, Mayor Bowser is monitoring Project 2025, seen as a roadmap for a second Trump term, to prepare for any actions. While the implications are vast, Bowser is exploring options to safeguard the city's autonomy, but the district's lack of statehood limits her leverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

06/13 FULL SHOW: Hour 1 - 1:00 Hour 2 - 46:00 Hour 3 - 1:23:00 Hour 4 - 2:05:00

06/13 Hour 3: Mayor Bowser Joins The Junkies - 1:00 Callers On Mayor Bowser's Vision For The Commanders - 19:00 Drab And Valdez' Big Tiger Woods Bet - 31:00

From 06/13 Hour 3: Mayor Bowser joins The Sports Junkies to break down how the Washington Commanders can return to DC.

They absolutely made the decision to withhold evidence. If it was a real court, that would put them against all canons of judicial ethics and conduct. They could be disbarred. The evidence held was exculpatory to President Trump and proves full stop that he didn't have any interest in there being an insurrection. He didn't just suggest 10,000 National Guard troops, he pushed for it, but Mayor Bowser did not want them. They should be in prison for what they tried to do. John Brennan, who rigged an election, isn't in prison. But, he is allowed to go on television and admit that the national security briefings to President Trump once he becomes the Republican nominee will be void of certain kinds of information.What does God's Word say? Proverbs 29:2  When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.Jeremiah 23:1-4  “Woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture!” declares the Lord. Therefore thus says the Lord, the God of Israel, concerning the shepherds who care for my people: “You have scattered my flock and have driven them away, and you have not attended to them. Behold, I will attend to you for your evil deeds, declares the Lord. Then I will gather the remnant of my flock out of all the countries where I have driven them, and I will bring them back to their fold, and they shall be fruitful and multiply. I will set shepherds over them who will care for them, and they shall fear no more, nor be dismayed, neither shall any be missing, declares the Lord.Proverbs 29:12  If a ruler listens to falsehood, all his officials will be wicked.Proverbs 16:12  It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness.Episode 1,465  Links:J6 Political Hostages Ryan Samsel And Jake Lang Moved To Gang Units In Same Jail System Where Esptein Was Killed: ‘The DOJ Set Them Up To Get Stabbed And Beaten'Amuse, on TwitterJohn Brennan is openly admitting to Treason on MSM exclaiming that President Trump will be withheld Security Briefings when he's the confirmed Nominee this Summer. When President Trump speaks of the ‘Deep State'…this is the [type of people] he's referring to.Trump fraudulent accuser E. Jean Carroll could not even make up her own story. She borrowed it from Law and Order episode. Trump should counter sue her in Florida court.Focus group gives hilariously perfect response when Biden's pollster asks about Trump's Jan. 6 cases…Mark Robinson just won his primary and is on track to becoming the next governor of North Carolina. Just to give you an idea of what a legend this Robinson dude is"Why did we NOT have National Guard troops defending the capitol on J6?"4Patriots https://4Patriots.com/Todd 3-Month Survival Food kits are back in stock plus get 9 FREE gifts with your order  Alan's Soaps https://alanssoaps.com/TODD Use coupon code ‘TODD' to save an additional 10% off the bundle price.  Bioptimizers https://bioptimizers.com/todd Use promo code TODD for 10% off your order. Sharpen your edge and reach your potential with Mushroom Breakthrough by Bioptimizers.     Bonefrog   https://bonefrogcoffee.com/todd Use code TODD at checkout to receive 10% off your first purchase and 15% on subscriptions.  Bulwark Capital  Bulwark Capital Management (bulwarkcapitalmgmt.com) Join Zach for his LIVE “Inflation” Webinar this Thursday 3:30 pacific time.  Sign up today!uide. EdenPURE https://edenpuredeals.com This week only!  Get Buy One Get One free pricing on the Thunderstorm Air Purifier with code TODDBOGO. GreenHaven Interactive Digital Marketing https://greenhaveninteractive.com Your Worldclass Website Will Get Found on Google!  Liver Health https://getliverhelp.com/todd Order today and get your FREE bottle of Blood Sugar Formula and free bonus gift. Native Path Krill https://nativepathkrill.com/todd For a limited time get Native Path Antarctic Krill Oil for as little as $23 per bottle.   Renue Healthcare https://renuewellcation.com Register today for your Wellcation with Todd Herman June 7-11, 2024.  See site for details

We explore how young people have made meaningful careers and lasting change working in the public interest with Sam Simon, editor of “Choosing the Public Interest: Essays From the First Public Interest Research Group” and Lisa Frank, Vice President and D.C. Director at The Public Interest Network and also Executive Director in the Washington Legislative Office at Environment America. Plus, the indomitable Chris Hedges stops by to report on his interviews with college students protesting the genocide in Gaza, which he chronicled in a Substack piece titled “The Nation's Conscience.”Sam Simon is an author, playwright, and attorney who co-founded the Public Interest Research Group with Ralph and the other Nader's Raiders in 1970. He compiled and edited the new book Choosing the Public Interest: Essays From the First Public Interest Research Group.This is something that every one of these themes have and that this movement has had—that the consumer, the user, the student, the pensioner have equal voice in our systems to help create the systems that are intended to benefit them, and not leave that power in the hands of corporate entities and profit-making enterprises. And that idea needs to continue to exist. And I'm glad that the Public Interest Network and PIRGS still thrive on many campuses.Sam SimonWhat I want to come out of this book is that average kids from average backgrounds ended up doing amazing things with their entire lives, because of the opportunity and the vision that they could do that.Sam SimonLisa Frank is Vice President and D.C. Director at The Public Interest Network. She is also Executive Director in the Washington Legislative Office at Environment America, where she directs strategy and staff for federal campaigns. Ms. Frank has won millions of dollars in investments in walking, biking and transit, and has helped develop strategic campaigns to protect America's oceans, forests and public lands from drilling, logging and road-building.The particular types of problems we're focused on at [PIRG] are ones that really have been created in a sense by our success as a country in growing. We're the wealthiest country the world has ever seen. We figured out how to grow more than enough food than we can eat, we produce more than enough clothing than we can wear, certainly more than enough plastic…And all of this abundance is leading to new types of problems…The problems that have either come about because of the progress we've made as a society and now we've got the ability to tackle them, or problems where—clean energy is an example—where there are problems that we newly have the ability to solve.Lisa FrankYou have Congress that passed these five laws that are being violated, with the result of huge death and destruction overseas— and not just in Gaza, but places like Iraq and Libya in the past. And they're talking about students trespassing at their own university, and nonviolent protests? The problem starts in Congress. They're the funders, the enablers, the surrenderers of their constitutional rights of oversight and war-making powers.Ralph NaderChris Hedges is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, who spent nearly two decades as a foreign correspondent in Central America, the Middle East, Africa and the Balkans. He is the host of The Chris Hedges Report, and he is a prolific author— his latest book is The Greatest Evil Is War.[Students] understand the nature of settler colonial regimes. The expansion or inclusion of students from wider backgrounds than were traditionally there at places like Princeton…has really added a depth and expanded the understanding within the university. So they see what's happening in Gaza, and they draw—rightly— connections to what we did to Native Americans, what the British did in India, what the British did in Kenya, what the French did in Algeria, and of course, they are correct.Chris Hedges[Students] have defied, quite courageously, the administrations of their universities, who are—kind of like the political class—bought and paid for by the Israel lobby, and in particular wealthy donors and the Democratic Party. And that is why these universities have responded to these nonviolent protests the way they have, with such overwhelming and draconian use of force.Chris HedgesIn Case You Haven't Heard with Francesco DeSantisNews 5/15/241. The New Republic reports the Federal Trade Commission has filed suit against Scott Sheffield, former CEO of oil and gas giant Pioneer Resources alleging that “voluminous evidence” suggests Sheffield “collaborated with fellow U.S. producers and the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries in order to keep crude oil prices ‘artificially' high.” As Matt Stoller explains in his newsletter, “after a bitter price war from 2014-2016, [American oil producers] got tired of competing on price with…the OPEC oil cartel, and at some point from 2017-2021, decided to join the cartel and cut supply to the market. This action had the [e]ffect of raising oil prices, costing oil consumers something on the order of $200 billion a year.” Stoller claims that this price-fixing scheme between the OPEC cartel and the American oil oligopoly caused 27% of all inflation-related price increases in 2021. Progressive lawmakers such as Senator Bernie Sanders who tried to raise the alarm about what he dubbed “greedflation” were dismissed at the time, but like so many times before, have been vindicated by the simple fact that American corporate greed always exceeds expectations.2. Tal Mitnick and Sofia Orr, the two Israeli teenagers conscientiously objecting to being drafted into Israel's campaign of terror in Gaza, have sent a letter to President Biden excoriating him for his unconditional support of the Netanyahu regime, per the Intercept. The two heroic peaceniks write “Your unconditional support for [Prime Minister Benjamin] Netanyahu's policy of destruction, since the war began, has brought our society to the normalization of carnage and to the trivialization of human lives…It is American diplomatic and material support that prolonged this war for so long. You are responsible for this, alongside our leaders. But while they're interested in prolonging the war for political reasons, you have the power to make it stop.” These kids wrote this letter before reporting for their latest round of prison sentences, which have reached unprecedented lengths. As the article notes, “The refuseniks are not alone in their opposition, nor in the treatment they face. Throughout the war, Israelis have taken to the streets of Tel Aviv and Jerusalem to protest the war and Netanyahu's government. This past week, Israeli police arrested and beat protesters and hostage family members calling for an end to the war, just the latest example of Israelis being punished for voicing dissent or sympathy with the people of Gaza.”3. Al Jazeera reports yet another Biden Administration official has made public his resignation over the genocide in Gaza. Army Major Harrison Mann, who resigned in November, posted a letter Monday wherein he expressed “incredible shame and guilt” over the United States' “unqualified support” for Israel's war. Explaining why he waited so long to come forward with the reasoning behind his resignation, Mann wrote “I was afraid. Afraid of violating our professional norms. Afraid of disappointing officers I respect. Afraid you would feel betrayed. I'm sure some of you will feel that way reading this,” yet he noted “At some point – whatever the justification – you're either advancing a policy that enables the mass starvation of children, or you're not.”4. At long last, Egypt has announced its intention to join South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, Al Arabiya reports. In a statement, the Egyptian foreign ministry said this decision comes on the heels of the “worsening severity and scope of Israeli attacks against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip,” likely referring to the terror bombing campaign in Rafah, which the United States had previously identified as a “Red Line” in terms of material support. Egypt has faced international embarrassment over its soft line towards its militaristic neighbor and alleged mistreatment of Palestinian refugees trying to flee into Egypt. The country has also “called on the UN Security Council and countries of influence to take actions to reach a ceasefire in Gaza and halt military operations in Rafah, according to the statement.”5. On Wednesday, May 8th, the State Department report on whether Israel has violated U.S. international law was due to Congress. Instead, it was delayed. As POLITICO reported “The State Department has been working for months on the report, which will issue a determination on whether Israel has violated international humanitarian law since the war in Gaza began. If so, the U.S. would be expected to stop sending Israel military assistance.” When the report was finally released, it stated “it is ‘reasonable to assess' that US weapons have been used by Israeli forces in Gaza in ways that are ‘inconsistent' with international humanitarian law,” but the report stopped short of officially saying Israel violated the law, per CNN. The report goes on to say that investigations into potential violations are ongoing but the US “‘does not have complete information to verify' whether the US weapons ‘were specifically used' in alleged violations of international humanitarian law.” This equivocation in the face of genocide – using American weapons — will leave an ineradicable black mark on the already spotty human rights record of the U.S. State Department.6. Students for Justice in Palestine at Columbia University reports “Columbia…is under federal investigation for anti-Palestinian discrimination and harassment.” According to the group, Palestine Legal is representing four Palestinian students and the group itself. Senior attorney for Palestine Legal Radikah Sainath said in a statement “The law is clear— if universities do not cease their racist crackdowns against Palestinians and their supporters, they will risk losing federal funding.”7. On May 8th, the D.C. Metro Police Department cleared the protest encampment at the George Washington University, using pepper spray and brute force. According to the Associated Press, the police arrested 33 protesters. The AP quoted Moataz Salim, a Palestinian student at GW with family in Gaza, who said the authorities merely “destroyed a beautiful community space that was all about love.” He went on to say “Less than 10 hours ago, I was pepper sprayed and assaulted by police…And why? Because we decided to pitch some tents, hold community activities and learn from each other. We built something incredible. We built something game-changing.” The police broke up the encampment in the wee hours of the morning, just before D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser was slated to appear before hostile Republican lawmakers in Congress, leading many to believe she acted when and how she did out of sheer cowardice and political expediency. After the encampment was cleared, the hearing was canceled. Undeterred, these courageous students have continued to protest their institution's support of Israel's criminal war and per the American University Eagle, have now set up a second encampment. We urge Mayor Bowser not to bow to pressure from bloodthirsty Congressional Republicans a second time.8. The Seattle Times reports “The FAA has opened an investigation into Boeing's 787 Dreamliner after the company disclosed that employees in South Carolina falsified inspection records.” As the paper notes, “This is the latest in a long litany of lapses at Boeing that have come to light under the intense scrutiny of the company's quality oversight since a passenger cabin panel blew out on an Alaska Airlines flight in January.” That is to say nothing of the safety lapses leading to the Lion Air and Ethiopia Airlines crashes in 2019, that resulted in the deaths of all aboard both flights. Incredibly, “This new 787 quality concern is unrelated to the 787 fuselage gaps described as unsafe in an April congressional hearing by Boeing whistleblower Sam Salehpour.” As these critical safety failures and lies continue to come to light, the only question remaining is when is enough enough?9. Bloomberg labor reporter Josh Eidelson reports “The US government [has] raised concerns with Germany about alleged union-busting in Alabama by Mercedes, an unusual move that escalates scrutiny on its handling of the high-stakes union vote.” Mercedes is facing a momentous union election at its Alabama plant, led by the United Autoworkers, fresh off of unionizing the first ever foreign-owned auto plant in the country. Eidelson goes on to say that members of the European Commission have raised the matter with Mercedes as well, raising the heat on the company as the election kicks off. Among other union busting tactics, Labor Notes reports Mercedes has tried enlisting a pastor to tell workers via text “Here in Alabama, community is important, and family is everything. We believe it's important to keep work separate. But there's no denying, a union would have an impact beyond the walls of our plant.”10. Finally, the Chicago Sun-Times is out with a story on the success of Illinois' experiment with ending cash bail for pre-trial detention. As the article puts it, “Despite all the anguish over the Pretrial Fairness Act, [Cook County Judge Charles] Beach says he has been struck by how proceedings have significantly changed for the better in his courtroom. ‘I think we've come a very long way in the right direction…Things are working well.'” This piece describes how “Under the old system of cash bail, Beach — a supervising judge in the pretrial division — was often tasked with setting a dollar figure a person would have to post before being released, a decision that could force a family to skip the rent to post a bond. It was a process that could seem arbitrary, depending on the judge, the time of day and where in the state the hearing was held.” Beach himself goes on to say “There's a sense in the courtroom that taking money out of the equation has leveled the playing field.” The success of this reform should be taken very seriously by other states, particularly New York where Democrats have sought to roll back the state's attempts at ending cash bail following pressure from conservatives. Turns out, it works.This has been Francesco DeSantis. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Rep. James Comer, House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman, joined the Guy Benson Show to discuss the latest in Washington as police broke up the encampment at GWU late last night. Comer discusses this particular protest and why he made the decision to cancel the hearing with Mayor Bowser of D.C. Comer and Benson critique the strategies used by anti-Israel protestors and why their actions are illegal in the United States.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From 03/28 Hour 3: Mayor Bowser joins The Sports Junkies to detail the Monumental negotiations that will keep them in DC until 2050.

They absolutely made the decision to withhold evidence. If it was a real court, that would put them against all canons of judicial ethics and conduct. They could be disbarred. The evidence held was exculpatory to President Trump and proves full stop that he didn't have any interest in there being an insurrection. He didn't just suggest 10,000 National Guard troops, he pushed for it, but Mayor Bowser did not want them. They should be in prison for what they tried to do. John Brennan, who rigged an election, isn't in prison. But, he is allowed to go on television and admit that the national security briefings to President Trump once he becomes the Republican nominee will be void of certain kinds of information. Exclusive: Liz Cheney, January 6 Committee Suppressed Exonerating Evidence Of Trump's Push For National GuardHere's what Google wanted me to find:What does God's Word say? Proverbs 29:2  When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.Jeremiah 23:1-4  “Woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture!” declares the Lord. Therefore thus says the Lord, the God of Israel, concerning the shepherds who care for my people: “You have scattered my flock and have driven them away, and you have not attended to them. Behold, I will attend to you for your evil deeds, declares the Lord. Then I will gather the remnant of my flock out of all the countries where I have driven them, and I will bring them back to their fold, and they shall be fruitful and multiply. I will set shepherds over them who will care for them, and they shall fear no more, nor be dismayed, neither shall any be missing, declares the Lord.Proverbs 29:12  If a ruler listens to falsehood, all his officials will be wicked.Proverbs 16:12  It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness.Episode 1,465  Links:J6 Political Hostages Ryan Samsel And Jake Lang Moved To Gang Units In Same Jail System Where Esptein Was Killed: ‘The DOJ Set Them Up To Get Stabbed And Beaten'Amuse, on TwitterJohn Brennan is openly admitting to Treason on MSM exclaiming that President Trump will be withheld Security Briefings when he's the confirmed Nominee this Summer. When President Trump speaks of the ‘Deep State'…this is the [type of people] he's referring to.Trump fraudulent accuser E. Jean Carroll could not even make up her own story. She borrowed it from Law and Order episode. Trump should counter sue her in Florida court.Focus group gives hilariously perfect response when Biden's pollster asks about Trump's Jan. 6 cases…Mark Robinson just won his primary and is on track to becoming the next governor of North Carolina. Just to give you an idea of what a legend this Robinson dude is"Why did we NOT have National Guard troops defending the capitol on J6?"4Patriots https://4Patriots.com/Todd Stay connected when the power goes out and get free shipping on orders over $97.   Alan's Soaps https://alanssoaps.com/TODD Use coupon code ‘TODD' to save an additional 10% off the bundle price. Bioptimizers https://bioptimizers.com/todd Use promo code TODD for 10% of your order and get up to 2 travel size bottles of Magnesium Breakthrough free.     Bonefrog  https://bonefrogcoffee.com/todd Use code TODD at checkout to receive 10% off your first purchase and 15% on subscriptions.   Bulwark Capital  Bulwark Capital Management (bulwarkcapitalmgmt.com) Call 866-779-RISK or visit online to get their FREE Common Cents Investing Guide.     GreenHaven Interactive Digital Marketing https://greenhaveninteractive.com Your Worldclass Website Will Get Found on Google! Liver Health https://GetLiverHelp.com/Todd Try Liver Health Formula today and claim your FREE bottle of Nano Powered Omega 3 and bonus gift.  

In hour 1, Chris talks about how DC Crime is forcing the closing of an over-shoplifted CVS, as Mayor Bowser says kids selling stolen goods is just 'Vending' and it's totally legal! For more coverage on the issues that matter to you, download the WMAL app, visit WMAL.com or tune in love on WMAL-FM 105.9 from 9:00am-12:00pm Monday-Friday  To join the conversation, check us out on X @WMAL and @ChrisPlanteShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 3147: Mayor Bowser Declined National Guard; Exonerating Trump